In July 2006, following the takeover of Patrick Corporation by Toll Holdings, Chris Corrigan and some executives departed and teamed with Kaplan Funds Management to explore logistics opportunities.

[11][12] In May 2023, Qube acquired Kalari Proprietary Limited from Swire Investments (Australia) Ltd and a 50% stake in Pinnacle, a New Zealand owned and operated group of companies.

[13][14] In November 2023 Qube acquired the remaining 50% in Pinnacle along with Stevenson Logistics in North Fremantle and Agri Rail Terminal in Narrabri.

[15] In May 2024 Qube entered into an agreement to acquire Melbourne International RoRo & Automotive Terminal (MIRRAT) from Wallenius Wilhelmsen for approximately A$332.5 million.

In January 2022, Qube commenced operating a contract to transport BlueScope products from its steel works at Port Kembla to Melbourne and Brisbane.