On August 19, 2016 Asciano split into three distinct businesses under different ownership structures. These three businesses, ... Pacific National, Patrick and Bulk and Automotive Ports Services (BAPS), now continue their operations independently of one another. --- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We are the region’s largest combined rail and cargo ports operator, bringing together the strength of Pacific National’s rail operations and Patrick’s ports, stevedoring and logistics businesses. With an annual turnover of $4 billion and 8,500 full time employees across Australia and New Zealand, the Asciano group of companies forms the backbone of Australia and New Zealand’s trade, handling and hauling the millions of tonnes of agricultural and resource commodities, retail goods, manufacturing products, construction and other materials that keep the region’s economy, businesses and households running. read more