SWF purchase only the best trucks and trailers available to ensure reliability and comfort for our drivers. We run a fleet of late model Kenworth prime movers which are maintained meticulously in our Mt Gambier workshop. Our pick-up and delivery trucks range from 14 pallet tautliners to 6 pallet open rigid ensuring that we always have the correct truck to match our customers' needs.

Lot 1 Graham Rd, Mt Gambier, SA, 5290

69.21km

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Lot 1 Graham Rd, Mt Gambier, SA, 5290

69.21km

Lot 1 Graham Rd, Mt Gambier, SA, 5290

69.21km

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Sharp Carriers & Cranes Pty Ltd

Crane Hire, Mt Gambier, SA 5290

Open 24 hours

Cranes Towers Forklifts House Movers Flat Top & Semi Trailer Transport

Over 100 years combined experience

A highly trained and experienced team

A long-standing family business

Over 100 years combined experience

A highly trained and experienced team

A long-standing family business

Sharp Cranes began as a family business in 1974 when Richie & Garry Sharp started the company in Millicent, South Australia. The company began with a number carrier trucks. As industry developed in the area, a need arose for access equipment & cranes.

1 McDonnell Dr, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290

68.81km

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1 McDonnell Dr, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290

68.81km

1 McDonnell Dr, Mount Gambier, SA, 5290

68.81km

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SJ & GM McEachern

Freight & Transport Companies, Glenburnie, SA 5291

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Princess Hwy, Glenburnie, SA, 5291

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Nield's of Macarthur Pty Ltd

Freight & Transport Companies, Macarthur, VIC 3286

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Crauford Transport

Freight & Transport Companies, Worrolong, SA 5291

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64 Billing Rd, Worrolong, SA, 5291

60.09km

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Handy tips

Commonly asked questions for freight companies

If your business involves importing or exporting goods and products abroad, you will more often than not need a freight service to lighten the load. Before hiring the best freight company to handle your cargo, consider these seven questions to guide you in selecting the best service every time.

Can the company handle your cargo properly?

Do they offer container yards?

Can the transport company handle all your global needs? This includes potential expansion into different markets.

What is FOB? FOB stands for free on board, which is an indicator that shows ownership of a package is transferred from seller to buyer.

Does the international freight company have cargo insurance?

What are the necessary shipping documents used in international shipping?

Are interstate freight companies viable alternatives?

With this in mind, you’ll be on your way to finding the right transport company for your needs. Have a browse through our directory for find a transport company or freight company near you.

Freight & Transport Companies - Common Questions

What does a freight company do?

A freight company moves or forwards a freight, or cargo, from one place to another, commercially.

How many types of transporting services are there?

Transporting services are divided into 3 types: land (road, rail and pipelines), water (shipping), and air

What is a freight forwarder?

Transporting goods from its origin to another destination is one of the services of freight forwarding firms. The freight forwarder acts as a middle person between the transportation services and the shipper and transports cargos and goods from its origin to another destination.

Do all freight & transport companies ship internationally?

Certain international freight forwarders ship goods internationally from country to country via land, water and air; and domestic freight forwarders, ship goods within a single country.

How much does freight company charge for freight forwarding?

The cost depends on a few factors: cargo type, weight and volume of the cargo. You need to consider the packing, documentation fees and insurance as well.