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General Cargo Shipping Solutions in Australia and New Zealand

Magellan Logistics is a trusted partner for general cargo freight Australia-wide, managing FCL and LCL shipping, cargo consolidation, and end-to-end general freight forwarding for importers of all sizes.

At Magellan, our general cargo shipping specialists are dedicated to ensuring the safe handling of your merchandise, regardless of its origin. We understand the importance of your cargo and prioritise its security and efficiency from the moment it arrives. With years of experience in the industry, we have fine-tuned our methods to perfection, guaranteeing a seamless delivery process for all your imports.

You can trust us to handle your shipments with precision and expertise, allowing you to focus on expanding your business without the added stress of logistics. Rest assured that your imports are in expert hands, giving you peace of mind throughout the entire process. Our cargo handling capabilities span air, sea and road – delivering reliable outcomes across every mode.

What Counts as General Cargo?

General cargo covers a wide range of commercial goods, including packaged goods, palletised freight, cartons, consumer products, and industrial equipment. If your goods do not require specialised handling as dangerous goods or project cargo, they typically qualify as general cargo freight, making this the most commonly shipped category for importers across Australia.

FCL and LCL Shipping: Choosing the Right Option

For cargo shipping, choosing between FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) depends on your shipment volume and timing requirements. FCL is ideal when you have enough goods to fill a container – it offers lower per-unit costs and faster transit as your cargo moves without delays. LCL shipping suits importers with smaller or irregular volumes, allowing you to share container space and pay only for the cubic metres you use. Magellan manages multi-vendor cargo consolidation programmes from strategic loadports, so your LCL freight moves efficiently and cost-effectively.

Our general cargo shipping services ensure smooth delivery every time:

Competitive rates and space management for air or sea, FCL, LCL and multi-vendor consolidations.
Proactive customs clearance advice, including tariff classification and commercial marking requirements.
Alliances with premier carriers from China, the USA and Europe.
Cartage for containers, airfreight and LCL deliveries, ensuring a streamlined and efficient delivery including:
- Local and interstate cartage
- Drop trailer deliveries
- Sideloader deliveries
- Container packing and unpacking
- Same-day, next day and overnight deliveries
Real-time shipment tracking: Gain complete peace of mind and stay in control with 24/7 access to our MagTrack platform, providing real-time visibility of your shipments.
Carbon offset freight: Accelerate your journey towards net-zero emissions with our carbon offset freight service that integrates seamlessly with your logistics processes.

Real-Time Visibility with MagTrack

Knowing exactly where your cargo is at every stage is essential for confident business planning. MagTrack, Magellan’s digital freight forwarding platform, gives you 24/7 access to live shipment status, documentation, and automated reporting – all in one place. Whether you’re managing a single LCL shipment or coordinating multi-vendor cargo consolidation across multiple suppliers, MagTrack keeps your entire cargo logistics operation visible and in control.

Our Carrier Network and Specialised Services

Magellan’s alliances with premier carriers around the globe give your cargo access to reliable, competitive sea freight routes with consistent space and priority bookings. For goods that go beyond standard general cargo, Magellan also provides heavy lift cargo shipping for oversized and exceptionally heavy items, and garment on hanger shipping for fashion and apparel freight requiring specialist handling.