AUSTRALIA FREIGHT FORWARDING SERVICES

Our sea and air freight services include: part load (LCL), full load (FCL) and all air freight for both commercial and general public clients.

We can arrange both ex works and FOB shipments depending on our clients requirements. Our specialised break bulk team can arrange both ex works and FOB shipments for all larger out of gauge cargo. We can arrange any type of air freight shipping on a door to door basis, whether your shipment is of upmost urgency or it requires a full charter of an aircraft.

 The freight rate determines how much it will cost to transport cargo from one point to another. The total cost is influenced by a range of factors:

• The mode of freight transport you use: ocean, air, rail, or road.
• The amount you are shipping.
• Which shipping port you are transporting from.
• The demand and time of the year.
• Fuels costs.
• Whether the shipment is door-to-door or port-to-port

 It can be difficult for companies to navigate the complexities of the customs clearance process, which is why offloading this responsibility to a freight forwarder is ideal for many. Despite this, some of the documents needed will still be your responsibility, including:

• Packing List
• Certificate of Origin
• Commercial Invoice
• Letter of Credit

Other documents may be necessary depending on the type of goods you are transporting. Failure to organise the necessary documents in time will result in the delay of your shipment arriving.

Due to its South Pacific location, Australia is an important country for international shipping. Some of the key Australia’s shipping ports include:

Melbourne: Situated on the mouth of the Yarra River, this shipping port was built in 1889 and is the country’s largest container and general cargo port. It manages almost 37% of the total container trade.

Sydney: Also known as the Port of Botany, it is the second biggest container port in the country.

Fremantle: This is the busiest port in Western Australia, as it handles more than 35 million tons of cargo a year, maritime cruises, and a navy.

Adelaide: The largest port in Southern Australia, founded in 1836. It witnesses over 100 million tons of cargo as well as maritime cruises for tourists.

Brisbane: The fastest growing port in Australia, responsible for more than 28 million tons of cargo each year. It is well known for its strict environmental regulations and focus on ecological balance.

Darwin: An up and coming port as it serves as the gateway to Asia. It has become a centre for ‘Australasian’ trade, handling up to 4 million tons of cargo every year.

Others include: Hedland, Dampier, Wellington, and Newcastle.