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“Can you NOT share our fuel levy rate?” 🤨 That’s what a carrier told me recently. Their reason? "The information is sensitive and can be misinterpreted by customers creating unnecessary distress... I'm not sure there is a need to attract attention” But here’s the thing - the fuel levy of this carrier is publicly available on their website and to be honest, fuel levies aren’t the bad guy here What is the bad guy? 🔍 Not explaining them properly (because no one likes a guessing game) 🚫 Hiding them (now it feels shady) 🤔 Calling them ‘sensitive’ (translation: “We don’t want to deal with questions”) Customers don’t mind the existence of fuel levies - they mind having to play detective to understand them. Transparency builds trust. Hiding details? That just makes people wonder, “What else are you not telling me?” So here’s the big debate: 👉 Should carriers embrace transparency and build trust? 👉 Or stick with the mystery fuel levy strategy and hope no one notices? 💬 Drop your take below - whether you’re a carrier, a customer, or someone who’s just tired of hidden costs 👉 LIKE, SHARE and FOLLOW if you believe trust starts with clarity and transparency 🚛✨ #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

Merry Christmas, Logistics Legends! 🎄 You’ve moved mountains (and freight) all year - now it’s time to kick back, recharge, and enjoy the break you’ve absolutely earned 🙌 Sure, some of you might already be itching to get back to work after the family debates and the “fun” of assembling Barbie’s Dreamhouse on Christmas Day 🙃 But let’s take a moment to live a little, laugh a lot, and be grateful for the time we get with family and friends 💛 Wishing you smooth roads, good vibes, and a holiday filled with joy Let’s make 2025 even bigger, better, and bolder 🚛✨ 👉 Hit LIKE, SHARE and FOLLOW to keep the logistics love rolling into the new year 🎅🎁 #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

When a B-Double Plays Chicken with a Tunnel… Guess Who Wins? 🤦♂️ Folks, we’ve all seen it - or maybe even lived it. A B-Double cruising where it clearly shouldn’t. No B-Double access. Warning signs screaming, “Don’t do it!” And yet… here we are. Was it blind optimism? Google Maps saying, “You got this”? Or sheer determination to wing it? 🤔 So recently a B-Double in Sydney went head-to-head with a tunnel. And the tunnel? It's undefeated 🚛 Fuel tank? Toast 🚛 Truck? Wedged tighter than Christmas pants 🚛 Driver? Probably Googling ‘career changes’ right now The more this driver tried to fix it, the worse it got. It’s like the trucking version of quicksand - the harder you fight, the deeper you sink 💀😂 Everyone’s asking, “What was he thinking?” 🚦 Imagine you’re in this driver’s seat. The moment you realise, “I f**ked up and I’m not gonna make it” - what do you do? Don’t forget to LIKE, FOLLOW, and SHARE for more stories that prove logistics is never boring 😎 P.S. Video from Dashcams Australia #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

Freight Brokers: Can’t Live With ‘Em, Can’t Move Freight Without ‘Em! 😂 Folks, let’s take a moment to appreciate the unsung (and sometimes over-sung) heroes of logistics - freight brokers! Love ‘em, hate ‘em, or both at the same time, they play a crucial role in holding this chaotic industry together 💛 One moment they’re “Load-Matching Overlords,” the next they’re desperately trying to find a truck that isn’t ghosting them 🚛👻 It’s a circus act - juggling shippers, carriers, and margins - and somehow, they pull it off.... Well, most of the time 🎪🎭 💬 So logistics fam - has a freight broker ever saved your day? 😅 👉 LIKE if you’ve had a “broker moment,” SHARE and FOLLOW for more freight fun and industry truths. Let’s keep the wheels turning - chaos and all! 🚛✨ #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

A delay isn’t a delay… if no one asks about it. Change my mind 😂 The truck’s late, the ETA’s blown, but the client’s blissfully unaware. If there’s no frantic “WHERE’S MY SHIPMENT?!” call… was it ever really late? 🤔 Folks, this industry thrives on three pillars: 1️⃣ Quick thinking under pressure 2️⃣ Creative solutions (read: plausible excuses) 3️⃣ And a little luck that hiccups stay invisible 🙏 But managing delays isn’t just luck - it’s an art. The best in the biz don’t just react; they anticipate, adapt, and keep the chaos behind the curtain. 💬 So what do you think? Is it a delay if no one asks about it? 😅 👉 LIKE, FOLLOW and SHARE for more unfiltered logistics realities. Let’s keep the wheels turning - on time or not! 🚛✨ #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

Folks, here’s my pick of this week's top logistics news bits you need to know 👇👇 1️⃣ DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is going green with a solar-powered, low-carbon concrete facility in Brisbane. Saving the planet while shipping goods? That’s the kind of multitasking we love 🌞📦 2️⃣ Northline has also moved into a shiny Brisbane depot with B-double capacity and prime real estate. Brisbane’s gearing up to be the logistics MVP ahead of the 2032 Olympics 🏗️🚛 3️⃣ The SCT Group says trains are 16x better for emissions, yet they’re still losing out to trucks on cost. A level playing field? Sounds more like uphill tracks to us 🚂🌍 4️⃣ Australian Border Force's latest bust uncovered $279M worth of illicit goods hidden in ottomans running through the Australia Post network. Tobacco confiscated, ottomans still chic. Who knew furniture could be so shady? 🚨🚬 5️⃣ NZ’s aviation history just turned 90! It all began with a bright orange biplane (painted so you’d find it if it crashed 😬) back in 1934. Now, Air New Zealand connects the world 🛩️🍰 6️⃣ Qube vs. Maritime Union of Australia are at it again with Christmas strikes looming. Bulk freight’s feeling the squeeze. Let’s hope this gets sorted before Santa’s deliveries go on backorder 🎄🚢 7️⃣ Linfox and Australia Post are teaming up to drive mental health awareness in logistics. Two co-branded trailers now promote Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds. Proof that caring for mental health is always in transit 🧠 8️⃣ Landmark ruling in NZ: Former Port of Auckland CEO found guilty of breaching safety duties after a tragic stevedore death. A wake-up call for leadership - safety always starts at the top 🏛️⚖️ 📢 Got a logistics story or event to share? Let’s hear it! Drop your updates in the comments 💬 👉 LIKE, FOLLOW and SHARE, and stay tuned for next week’s top stories. Don’t miss out on the news shaping our industry! 🚛✨ #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

🎄 Is a new job on your Christmas wish list? 🎅 Alright, supply chain heroes and logistics legends - let’s keep it real. The holidays are coming, and while you’re out there hustling like Santa, are you also eyeing a career glow-up for 2025? Whether it’s time for new opportunities or sticking with the team that’s got your back, the future is calling Folks, 2025 could be YOUR year! 💪 Are you ready to make a move, or is loyalty leading the way? Let’s see where the fam is heading next year 👉 Hit LIKE if 2025 is YOUR year, SHARE if you’re dreaming big, and FOLLOW for more industry insights 🚀 #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

Welcome to the “Email Ping Support Group” 📧 We meet daily. Uninvited. In our inboxes. 🎤 “Hi, I’m Big Kev, and I thought I was caught up on emails…” “Hi Big Kev...” Symptoms include: ◾ Hearing phantom pings ◾ Re-reading “Just following up on the POD…” emails in your dreams ◾ Thinking you’ve escaped, only to find THE SAME EMAIL forwarded again AKA the endless email loop 🙄 Solutions? None yet. But we’re open to ideas: Tech? Hacks? Therapy? A one-way ticket to a Wi-Fi-free island? 😂 💬 Drop your email madness survival tips below, and who knows - your wisdom might just make it into the "Ultimate Logistics Survival Guide" 👉 Hit LIKE if you’ve been there, COMMENT with your hacks, and FOLLOW to keep laughing through the chaos! #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

🚨 Throwback to One of Logistics’ Most Iconic Fails 🚨 Folks, let's rewind to 2021 when the Evergreen turned the Suez Canal into a parking lot 🚢 6 days stuck 💸 $10 billion a day lost 🛠️ And one tiny digger giving 110% So what can we learn from this? Well, if a ship the size of a skyscraper can get out of a jam, so can your toughest logistics challenge 😂 Actually, the hero is the little guy with the shovel, reminding us: Big problems don’t always need big solutions - just someone willing to get started 👍 👉 LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW for more throwbacks, lessons, and laughs from the world of logistics. Because no matter how stuck you feel, there’s always a way forward! ✨ #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia

"They told me I’m the first reliable carrier they’ve ever worked with…” 😂 Folks, that’s red flag #1 in trucking! This year? Overcapacity everywhere - too many trucks, too many carriers, and way too many ‘heroes’ chasing customers We’ve all seen the “race to the bottom”, but here’s the truth 👉 Being reliable is RARE! The real pros know: It’s not about winning the first load. It’s about showing up EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. ON. TIME. What’s your take? Are new carriers setting themselves up for a reality check, or do they just need time to learn the ropes? Drop your thoughts 👇 👉 LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW to remind everyone - reliability isn’t optional. It’s what keeps customers coming back 🚛💪 #Logistics #Trucking #SupplyChain #Transport #Freight #InterstateTransport #RoadFreight #TransportServices #Linehaul #Procurement #3PL #Warehousing #Warehouse #FreightForwarder #FreightForwarding #TruckingNews #Cargo #Import #Export #OceanFreight #SeaFreight #AirFreight #Australia