Freight Forwarding

MACH1 manages the full logistics chain for your cargo, coordinating every step from origin to destination so you deal with one team instead of juggling multiple carriers, brokers and warehouses. We're the single point of contact that ties it all together.

Freight forwarding is what we do at our core. We don't just book a truck or a container and hand you a tracking number. We plan the route, select the right carriers, manage the documentation, handle customs, arrange storage if needed, and make sure your goods arrive where they need to be, when they need to be there.

How it works

You tell us what you need to move and where it's going. We work out the best way to get it there based on your timeline, budget and cargo type. That might be a single mode of transport or a combination of air, ocean and road. Either way, you get one account manager, one tracking reference, and one team coordinating the entire journey.

We handle the carrier bookings, route planning, documentation, customs clearance, biosecurity compliance, warehousing, and final delivery. If something changes mid-shipment, whether that's a schedule disruption, a port delay, or a last-minute change from your end, your account manager adjusts the plan and keeps you informed.

What we coordinate

Multi-modal transport

Most shipments don't travel on a single truck or a single vessel from start to finish. We coordinate across air, ocean and road to build the most efficient route for your cargo. A shipment might fly into Sydney, clear customs, move to our warehouse for consolidation, then travel by road to its final destination. We manage all of that as one seamless process.

Import and export management

Whether you're bringing goods into Australia or shipping them overseas, we handle the logistics end to end. That includes carrier selection, booking, documentation, customs and biosecurity clearance, and delivery coordination at both ends of the journey.

Consolidation services

If you're shipping smaller volumes that don't justify a full container or full truck load, we consolidate your cargo with other shipments heading the same way. You get the benefit of shared transport costs without compromising on service or visibility.

Project and oversized cargo

Some freight doesn't fit standard containers or standard routes. Heavy machinery, oversized equipment, construction materials, or anything that needs special handling. We plan and execute project shipments with tailored transport solutions, permits, and specialist equipment where required.

Supplier coordination

Importing from multiple suppliers in different countries? We coordinate pickups from each supplier, consolidate at origin or in transit, and manage the whole shipment as one consignment through to delivery in Australia. One point of contact instead of chasing five different suppliers and their freight arrangements.

Third-party shipping and triangular trade

Not every shipment moves in a straight line between buyer and seller. We handle third-party and triangular shipping arrangements where goods move between countries without necessarily passing through Australia first.

What sets MACH1 apart

Dedicated account manager You're assigned one person who knows your business, your freight patterns, and your preferences. They coordinate everything internally so you're not repeating yourself every time you call. This is the MACH1 difference and it's what our clients value most.

We're hands-on, not just brokers We operate our own trucks, run our own warehouses, and employ our own customs brokers. That means when we coordinate your freight, we're not just making phone calls to third parties. A significant part of the chain is handled by our own people and our own assets.

Strategic approach We don't just move your freight, we look at how you're moving it and whether there's a better way. Our team analyses your current logistics setup and recommends changes that could save you time and money. Whether that's consolidating shipments, switching transport modes, or restructuring your supply chain routing.

End-to-end visibility One tracking reference for the entire journey regardless of how many carriers or transport modes are involved. You always know where your freight is and what's happening next.

Global network, local service Our worldwide agent network means we have people on the ground in the countries you're trading with. But your primary contact is always here in Australia, someone you can call during business hours who speaks your language and understands your business.

Industries we work with

We manage freight forwarding for businesses across manufacturing, retail, mining, construction, agriculture, automotive, food and beverage, healthcare, FMCG, and government. Whatever you're shipping and wherever it's going, we can put together a logistics solution that works.

Want someone to manage your freight from end to end? Get in touch with our team and we'll show you how MACH1 can simplify your logistics.