Key Results:

• Zero demurrage and storage exposure
• Customs clearance delays eliminated
• On-time delivery aligned with construction program requirements
• Full visibility across freight, customs, unpacking, transport, and site delivery

The Challenge

• Managing 350+ x 40ft containers and 17 x 40ft flat racks across multiple international origins
• Ensuring customs, biosecurity, and fumigation compliance prior to arrival
• Avoiding demurrage, storage, port delays, and unnecessary cost exposure
• Aligning deliveries with strict site receival capacity and construction sequencing
• Coordinating specialised handling, including crane offloading of transformers

The Solution

• Coordinated pre-shipment planning across suppliers in Spain and China
• Reviewed commercial documentation and compliance requirements before departure
• Pre-cleared shipments prior to arrival to avoid customs and quarantine delays
• Developed a staged delivery model aligned with site access, safety, and receival constraints
• Integrated freight, customs, unpacking, redelivery, and crane operations into one controlled workflow

The Results

• Delivered all shipments in line with the construction program
• Achieved zero demurrage and storage exposure through proactive planning
• Avoided site congestion, vehicle waiting time, and terminal delay costs
• Maintained full visibility across shipment status, delivery sequencing, and site intake
• Provided end-to-end accountability across international freight, customs, and final delivery

“United Carriers delivered the control, planning, and execution required to support a critical renewable energy infrastructure project.”
Confidential Client  

Outcome:

A fully coordinated project logistics solution delivering critical battery energy infrastructure into Australia, with zero demurrage exposure, seamless customs clearance, controlled site delivery, and complete visibility across every stage of the project.