Articles & Resources

How Chinese New Year Impacts Australian Freight Forwarding and Import Markets!.

Chinese New Year is a critical period for Australian freight forwarding and import markets. With factories in China shutting down for up to two weeks, production comes to a halt, creating delays and capacity shortages in the supply chain. Importe.....
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Category: Freight Forwarding

Struggling to Get Back Into a Work Routine? You're Not Alone..

Getting back into the rhythm of work after time off can be challenging. Start by setting consistent start and finish times to bring structure to your day and focus on high-priority tasks to ease into your workload. Reconnecting with colleagues ca.....
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Category: Freight Forwarding

How the Weaker Australian Dollar Affects Importers and Consumers!.

How the Weaker Australian Dollar Affects Importers and Consumers! As of 13 January 2025, the Australian dollar stands at approximately 0.615 USD. This significant decline could impact both importers and consumers in various ways. Importers are no.....
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Category: Freight Forwarding

2024 Freight Peak Season in Australia: Why Demand Didn’t Surge!.

Australia’s freight industry did not see its usual peak in 2024, with early demand shifts, global economic changes and excess freight capacity playing a major role. Traditionally, the peak season from August through December brings higher import .....
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Category: Freight Forwarding

Elevating Success: How Recruit19 Benefits the Freight Forwarding, Shipping and Supply Chain Industry.

Recruitment agencies often have a mixed reputation, but in the complex world of the freight forwarding, shipping, and supply chain industry, agencies like Recruit19 are a significant advantage. They not only streamline hiring but also come with t.....
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Category: Freight Forwarding, Shipping, Supply Chain

Navigating Freight Forwarding in the Unusual Peak Season of 2023.

In my almost two decades of experience within the freight forwarding industry, I've never encountered a peak season quite like 2023. This year has defied expectations, with the aftermath of lockdowns continuing to cast a shadow over operations. .....
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Navigating Challenges During Stink Bug Season in Australian Import Freight Forwarding and Recruitment.

Introduction The process of getting goods into Australia can be complicated, and unexpected issues can arise. One significant challenge is Stink Bug Season, which affects the movement of goods. This article delves into the impact of Stink Bug Sea.....
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The Slowing Economy Further Stings Manufacturing in Australia.

The Australian manufacturing sector is currently facing significant challenges due to the country's slowing economy. This downturn is having a notable impact on various aspects of the industry, including freight and distribution, supply chain man.....
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Category: Freight Forwarding, Manufacturing, Recruitment, Shipping, Supply Chain

Navigating the Seas of Freight Forwarding: Container Vessels and Recruitment.

In the fast-paced world of freight forwarding, container vessels are the lifeline of global trade. With 5589 container vessels in service worldwide, these impressive ships transport a wide range of cargoes, including vehicles, foodstuffs, furnitu.....
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Category: Freight Forwarding, Recruitment, Shipping

The Work from Home Debate in the Freight Forwarding and Shipping Industry.

As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to impact the way we work, the balance between working from home and the office has become an increasingly important topic in the recruitment process, especially in the freight forwarding, supply chain, and ship.....
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Category: Shipping