The Isuzu N-Series trucks in Australia come with impressive payload capacities, efficient diesel engines and a range of customisable options. They stand as a solid choice for buyers seeking transportation solutions for a decent price in the Australian market.

Demurrage applies to all forms of transport, from international shipping to local road transport. There are many factors and situations that result in demurrage charges to compensate for delays.

Transporting dangerous goods requires careful attention to safety, compliance with regulations, and adherence to best practices. In Australia, Class 9 Dangerous Goods encompass a wide array of substances, goods, and articles that do not fall into the other...

Storing and transporting Class 8 dangerous goods requires careful attention to safety regulations to prevent accidents and protect the environment and public health. Among the various dangerous goods classes, Class 8 is dedicated to corrosive substances and...

Class 7 dangerous goods include radioactive materials, which form one category among the 9 classes. Following is a comprehensive summary of radioactive materials, their characteristics, regulatory bodies overseeing their transportation in Australia, and the safety...

Transporting toxic and infectious substances requires careful attention and strict adherence to regulations to ensure the safety of everyone involved. In Australia, the proper handling and transportation of Class 6 dangerous goods is governed by regulatory bodies...

What are Oxidising Agents and Organic Peroxides?As the name suggests, oxidising agents are substances that have the ability to facilitate oxidation reactions. Oxidation refers to a chemical process in which a substance donates oxygen or other oxidising elements to...

Transporting flammable solids in Australia requires careful consideration and adherence to specific guidelines to ensure the safety of both the goods being transported and the people involved. Out of the 9 dangerous goods classes, flammable solids are a part of...

Transporting flammable liquids in Australia is an essential activity in many industries, such as mining, manufacturing, and agriculture. Flammable liquids are substances that can easily catch fire and burn, posing a significant risk to human life and the...

Transporting gases safely is highly important to ensure the safety of people and the environment. In Australia, there are strict guidelines and regulations that must be followed to ensure the safe transportation of gases, which are Class 2 dangerous goods, whether...

Transporting explosives by road is a highly regulated and risky activity that requires strict compliance to prevent accidents, protect human lives and the environment. In Australia, the transportation of explosives is governed by several laws and regulations that...

It's not uncommon for an interstate freight courier to use forklifts as part of their daily operations. Forklifts have become an indispensable part of the freight industry, playing a big role in the movement and transportation of heavy goods. Without the use of...

What is a Hydraulic Tail Lift Truck?A hydraulic tail lift truck is a type of vehicle equipped with a hydraulic lift mechanism at the rear of the vehicle. This can be raised and lowered to provide a platform for loading and unloading heavy or bulky items that cannot...

A modern courier service is a professional organisation specialising in the prompt delivery of goods, business correspondence, and documents. Courier services are a viable alternative to traditional postal services, which in many cases can no longer satisfy the...

Each day countless engines get prepared for transport all over the country. The majority of these engines are shipped from engine reconditioning and rebuilding shops as well as wreckers. Due in part to advances in communication technology, an increasing number of...

Freight Quote Australia mainly gets enquiries about how to ship big items, but customers also ask us for advice on transporting breakable items. Fragile goods often need more attention when it comes to preparing them for transport. While some items can just be put...

When transporting furniture in Australia, whether you are moving house or have just purchased it, getting it delivered can be sometimes be more difficult than imagined. There are several options available when it comes to selecting a freight company that can...

Although so much of the freight industry is automated, digitalised and tracked, there is still a huge demand for people to work as couriers to physically transport products to their destination. Couriers may drive all manner of vehicles ranging from small utes and...

‘Without trucks Australia stops’ is a slogan commonly seen on the back of trucks, and on a larger scale, an appropriate expression would be: without freight the world stops. Freight is the glue that holds the world together. Freight is what makes it possible for...

If you’ve ever sent items with a transport company, you’ll understand that a major concern for people is making sure the goods arrive at the destination in the same condition that they left in. Packaging requirements can vary from one item to the next, so it is...

Rail transport is perhaps not something that is talked about a great deal anymore due to the variety of other freight options so readily available, like air and road. Rail transport is actually one of the most safe and reliable forms of transport and in many cases...

You may have seen cars driving around with a sign saying “Urgent Blood” and the logo of a healthcare organisation such as a pathology clinic. Most likely, it would be driven by a medical courier. The job of a medical courier, or a pathology courier, is similar and...

Kenworth. The name brings to mind immaculately presented prime movers, cruising along the highway, hauling multi combination trailers. Kenworth is synonymous with quality and profitability not to mention chrome bull bars and glistening paintwork. The origin of the...

Couriers and transport companies play a vital role in the business-to-business and business-to-consumer economy, picking up and delivering goods usually for a fraction of what it would cost the business to make the deliveries themselves. If you’re in the business...

Freight Quote Australia sometimes gets enquiries from customers wanting to know the best way of shipping their items. The truth is that there is no one best method to transporting goods, as it comes down to what is most valuable to the customer at the time. It’s...

Truck drivers provide essential services to Australian industries. They earn their living by moving goods and materials across land and typically drive between retail outlets and distribution centers. Being a truck driver is more of a lifestyle than a typical job...

When you need to transport bulky, heavy, or oversized goods, you want to find an affordable and reliable shipping company. People who work regularly within the shipping industry have an advantage in that they know the ins and outs of the system. They know how it...

The Australian Government has indicated that it supports recommendations by the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Legislation Committee to pass the Coastal Trading amendment bill before parliament. Simplifying Coastal Trading Regulation and Red Tape The bill...

All over the world economic analysts are noting rising trends in online shopping. More and more people prefer to buy things online instead of the traditional method of visiting the stores. There are many benefits and advantages associated with online shopping and...

Plans for two new passing loops for trains were unveiled late last week. The $21.5 million rail project was announced by Freight Minister Melinda Pavey at the site of one of the planned loops. The loops will be constructed between Blayney and Lithgow, one at...

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) operates the busiest railway network in the world. Running approximately 10,000 trains on a daily basis, the SBB faces several challenges associated with increased rail usage and expansion of services. One of these is the predicted rise...