International Freight Forwarder in Sydney – Sea & Air Shipping Experts

Looking for a reliable freight forwarder in Sydney who can manage your imports end-to-end (without the guesswork)?

Pivot Freight coordinates international freight forwarding and customs clearance for Australian importers — including businesses shipping into Sydney via Port Botany and Sydney Airport.

If you’re importing from China, the USA, India or other key trade lanes, we help Sydney-based product businesses keep costs predictable, timelines clear and cargo moving in the right direction.

Freight Forwarding Services in Sydney

We support Sydney importers with:

• Sea freight (FCL & LCL)
• Air freight
• Customs clearance and import declarations
• Duty and GST assessment
• Door-to-door delivery to your warehouse or 3PL
• Freight planning for repeat shipments and scaling

The goal is simple: fewer surprises, fewer delays, and a supply chain that doesn’t chew up your margins.

Sea Freight Through Port Botany

Port Botany is one of Australia’s busiest container ports — which is great for access, but it also means small errors can snowball into delays and storage costs.

We coordinate sea freight into Sydney and help ensure:

• Documentation is correct before cargo departs origin
• Customs clearance is lodged accurately and on time
• Destination charges are clarified upfront (not “revealed” later)
• Delivery is planned to your Sydney warehouse or nominated 3PL

If you want the full step-by-step picture, start here: How to Import from China to Australia: The Complete 2026 Guide.

Air Freight Into Sydney Airport

Air freight into Sydney Airport is often the right call for urgent replenishment, product launches, or high-value goods — as long as the cost makes sense for your margins.

We manage:

• Air freight coordination and timing
• Airway bill processing and document checks
• Customs clearance coordination
• Delivery to your warehouse or 3PL

Not sure whether to ship by sea or air? Use this guide: Sea Freight vs Air Freight from China to Australia.

Customs Clearance for Sydney Importers

Here’s the contrarian truth: most “customs problems” aren’t customs problems. They’re preparation problems.

We help Sydney importers avoid delays and preventable costs by ensuring:

• Correct tariff classification (HS code)
• Accurate customs value and supporting documentation
• Duty and GST assessed properly
• Clearance lodged in a timely, structured way

Want a clearer breakdown? Read: Customs Clearance in Australia Explained.

Landed Cost Clarity (So Your Margins Don’t Disappear)

If you’re only comparing freight quotes, you’re only seeing part of the cost.

We help Sydney importers understand true landed cost — including freight, duty, GST and local charges — so you can price confidently and scale without nasty surprises. Read: How to Calculate Landed Cost When Importing.

Why Sydney Businesses Choose Pivot Freight

• Clear communication, no runaround
• Structured process from booking to delivery
• Transparent cost breakdowns
• Support for product-based businesses importing regularly
• Experience coordinating freight nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide freight forwarding services in Sydney?

Yes. We coordinate international freight forwarding for Sydney-based importers, including sea freight through Port Botany and air freight via Sydney Airport.

Can you deliver to my warehouse or 3PL in Sydney?

Yes. We arrange delivery to your nominated address, whether that’s your warehouse, 3PL or fulfilment centre.

Do you help first-time importers in Sydney?

Absolutely. We work with first-time importers regularly and help you understand freight options, customs requirements and your true landed cost before you scale.

Book a Consultation

If you’re searching for a dependable freight forwarder in Sydney who values clarity over confusion, we’d love to help.

If your supply chain could use a pivot, we’ve got you.

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