A new facility for Australia-based Border Express will enhance logistics operations, supporting better service to customers while enabling future expansion in the Perth region and beyond.
Situated in the Perth Airport precinct, the new site offers access to key road networks, including Tonkin, Leach, and Roe Highways.
The property measures four hectares, with 13,000 square meters under roof and an extra 1,500 square meters of awning.
Key features of the new Border Express site
- Increased Loading Capacity: 33 parcel loading docks allow for smoother and more efficient operations.
- Improved handling: Border Express’ new facility can manage six to eight large trucks (called B-doubles) simultaneously. This allows for faster and more efficient movement of goods, making operations quicker and smoother.
- Advanced Equipment: Four parcel pan docks and three Longreach telescopes will speed up loading and unloading, allowing for faster turnarounds.
Who is Border Express?
Border Express is a national transport and logistics company based in Australia, specializing in both bulk and parcel freight services.
Established in 1981, the company offers distribution capabilities across metropolitan and regional areas. It operates depots in New South Wales, Queensland, Northern Territory, Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia, and ACT.
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Australia freight and logistics market
Mordor Intelligence reports the Australian freight and logistics market is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9% in the next six years.
“The maritime industry is a major part of Australia. The Port of Brisbane is the largest seaport in the state of Queensland. It is the third-busiest and fastest-growing port in all of Australia. This port is responsible for more than 28 million of cargo and 2,600 ships each year,” reads the report.
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Sharl is a qualified journalist. He has over 10 years’ experience in the media industry, including positions as an editor of a magazine and Business Editor of a daily newspaper. Sharl also has experience in logistics specifically operations, where he worked with global food aid organisations distributing food into Africa. Sharl enjoys writing business stories and human interest pieces.
