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Freight forwarding in Australia has transformed significantly over the past decade, and in 2026 the role of a freight forwarder or import export coordinator carries far more responsibility than many outside the industry realise. The end-to-end visibility clients now expect means freight professionals must manage compliance, communication and cost efficiency all at once. Global shipping…

After a couple of quieter years, things are moving again. We’re having more conversations, and they’re different. Businesses that held off on hiring longer than they wanted to are now stepping back in. At TRS, we’re seeing it in the volume of roles coming through and the intent behind them. There’s less hesitation. More clarity.…

The Australian supply chain and logistics sector in 2026 is defined by precision, speed and resilience. Technology has streamlined processes, but it has not reduced the need for skilled professionals. It has shifted expectations. Workforce planning has become one of the most important strategic conversations I am having with employers this year. Transport schedulers, operations…

In 2026, the performance of Australia’s freight forwarding and 3PL sector is being decided less in boardrooms and more on warehouse floors. While industry conversations often centre around automation, global trade shifts and freight rate adjustments, the real operational pressure sits with forklift operators and 3PL administrators. From what I am seeing across Melbourne and…

Global headlines in early 2026 have highlighted restructuring across parts of the international logistics and freight market. Corporate job cuts, administrative streamlining, and freight rate corrections have all made news. Yet here in Australia, particularly across freight forwarding, 3PL warehousing, and transport operations, I am not seeing hiring freeze conditions. What I’m seeing is selective…