Why Sustainable Logistics Matters and How to Implement Eco-Friendly Practices

Why Sustainable Logistics Matters and How to Implement Eco-Friendly Practices

The logistics industry plays a vital role in the global economy, facilitating the movement of goods and ensuring products reach consumers efficiently. However, this industry also significantly impacts the environment, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, pollution, and resource depletion. As concerns about climate change and environmental degradation grow, it becomes imperative for businesses in this […]

Choosing a Freight Forwarder: Everything You Need to Know

Choosing a freight forwarder

If you’re a business that regularly imports or exports from Australia, you may already know that freight forwarding is essential to your supply chain. But do you know how to choose the right freight forwarder for your business? Read on to learn everything you need to know about choosing a freight forwarder.

Notice of Dehire

Stockwell International would like clients to be aware of FCL dehire notification timeframes which are; VIC/SA – Require 48 hours to organise dehire of container.  This time does not include public holidays or weekend.  Please also note that notifications made after midday are not considered same day. NSW/QLD/WA – Require 72 hours to organise dehire […]

How to prepare your supply chain for the impacts of Chinese New Year

It is no secret that China dominates in global manufacturing and export industries. As a result, much of the globe has come to rely heavily on this ‘World Factory’, which is why businesses worldwide need to take heed and prepare for the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday. Chinese New Year will commence on January 22, […]

Air vs. Sea Freight

The question of air vs. sea freight is a common question we get at Stockwell International. We understand the advantages and disadvantages of each.

There is a range of differences between air and sea freight, and their unique advantages and disadvantages must be weighed up for your circumstances. Factors such as cargo sensitivity, security, the urgency of delivery, size of goods, weight of the shipment, and budget must all be considered.

Freight trends in 2022; what to keep an eye on

As a leading international freight forwarder, Stockwell international is monitoring 3 trends to watch for in the freight industry in 2022.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably noticed that the freight forwarding industry is facing significant headwinds. Here are 3 freight trends in 2022 likely to impact our industry into the future.

End of Financial Year Update – 2021/22

Stockwell International

By Angela Gambell, Director of Sales & Marketing We have had relative stability over the last few months, the first in a very long time. I believe this relative stability is short lived and we should buckle back down for some more rate turbulence.  Shanghai has fully re-opened and there is now a backlog to […]