When you have cargo to move anywhere around the world, contact the Universal Group .

Universal Cargo Services is locally owned and globally connected through our membership of Logistics International NetworK (LINK). We have the experience, flexibility, versatility and international connections to move your shipments quickly and easily around the world—from anywhere to everywhere

Whether you have:

• full container loads (FCL)
• less than container loads (LCL)
• heavy equipment
• over-dimensional equipment
• mining and earth-moving equipment
• oilfield machinery
• boats and other marine craft
• air freight
• motor vehicles and parts, tyres, etc.
• clothing
• carpets
• surf boards

…in fact, whatever you want shipped, anywhere around the world, Universal Cargo can move it for you.

You name it, we'll move it, with the ease of making a phone call. When you call Universal, you benefit from over 35 years experience in forwarding cargo to all corners of the world.

Our vast experience means:

• hassle-free shipping for you;
• minimal delays for your cargo; and
• increased efficiencies and savings for your company...

You will also find your shipping and handling costs are low by comparison to other international shippers and, if you are like our other clients, you will come back to Universal simply because of the superior personal service you receive.

Whether your cargo is large or small, travelling by sea or air, contact Universal for personal, professional advice and information on the best way to manage your consignment—from your door to any foreign shore, or visa versa.

Most clients come to Universal for the price—they stay because of the fast, efficient, hassle-free service!...and you will too!

With the Universal Group of Companies working for you, you have peace of mind knowing you are dealing with experienced professionals who have done it all before.

Ph +61 7 3868 1870  
Fax +61 7 3268 1080
or click here for an online request form to complete with your details, for an obligation-free quote.

About Us

The Universal Group of Companies is an Australian-owned freight-forwarding and procurement company with networks that stretch around the world.

Formed in 1987 to provide purchasing and freight services to construction, mining and engineering companies operating in the South Pacific, the Universal Group now provides world-wide freight/logistical services to a range of industries via its many subsidiaries:

• Universal Cargo Services
• Universal Distribution
• Ocean-Air Customs & Forwarding
• Online Tools.

The Universal Group of Companies now provides:

• International freight forwarding (IATA Agent);
• Logistics Management;
• Tariff Consultants & Customs Brokers;
• Air & Sea Freight consolidation, customs clearance and all other forwarding services;
• Import & Export Consultancy;
• Complete Door to Door service—import and export, air and sea;
• Insurance;
• Warehouse facilities, storage and packing;
• Electronic freight/consignment tracking;
• Product sourcing;
• Cartage contracting & Courier services.

The flexibility inherent in Universal's services, means we can adapt our operations to suit your individual needs.

Here are some of the services Universal can help you with:

• Total control of your freight from supplier's door to the destination airport or wharf in Australia for inbound consignments;
• Total control of your freight from your warehouse to the destination airport or wharf for your export consignments;
• Pre-alerts advising you of flight details, pieces, weights, order numbers etc.,
• World-wide connections through the LINK network

You know you have all bases covered when you link up with Universal. Contact our experienced professional staff to discuss your individual requirements.

Ph +61 7 3868 1870  
Fax +61 7 3268 1080
or click here for an online request form to complete with your details, for an obligation-free quote.

The Universal Group is your connection to LINK

The Universal Group of Companies is a part of the worldwide Logistics International NetworK which is an association of independent freight forwarders in key business centres around the world...Asia, Europe, Russia, Africa, North America, South America, the Middle East and Oceania.

It is through LINK that your freight connects with the international marketplace. The sophisticated technology, resources and buying power of this large international alliance is combined with the personal service and local expertise of privately owned, locally managed regional agents, to provide you with a logistics network without parallel.

LINK can offer you premium services because of:

• Standardised operating and security procedures;
• Consistent communication of shipment status, including proof of delivery;
• In-depth knowledge of local business practices and government regulations;
• Efficient customs clearance through specialised agreements with LINK member countries;
• Competitive rates from combined buying power and established relationships with air and ocean lines;
• Personal attention by local enterprises that depend on your business;
• Customised options to meet any shipping and logistical need.

LINK's dedication to quality service becomes obvious when dealing with the conflicting regulations, business practices, time zones and languages that make up today's global marketplace. Each LINK partner operates a customised online computer system that tracks every aspect of your shipment. And each member follows the same procedures for operations, communications and reporting.

Whether you're working with the LINK member in Belgium, Brisbane, Barcelona or Bangkok, we'll be able to tell you exactly where your shipment is.

From simple pick-ups and deliveries to complex logistical management services, LINK provides the flexibility needed to help you compete internationally.

Options available to you include:

• Order fulfilment for industrial projects or distribution centres,
• Electronic delivery of daily status reports and
• Onsite logistical coordination.

LINK can also consolidate freight in bonded warehouses at major gateways, arrange air charters and personally accompany big-value shipments.

LINK partners work with each other exclusively, which means your shipments remain with the global LINK network for better tracking, better security, better delivery, better service.

The LINK network, through the Universal Group of Companies, satisfies you shipping and logistical requirements.

Ph +61 7 3868 1870  
Fax +61 7 3268 1080
or click here for an online request form to complete with your details, for an obligation-free quote.

Airfreight to and from the USA

The Universal Group works exclusively with IJS Global Inc in the USA.

IJS Global was established in the USA in 1976 and has offices throughout the length and breadth of the country. Through our arrangements with IJS Global we offer daily airfreight consolidations from the USA to Australia, coordinated through the Los Angeles hub. Your suppliers in the USA should channel all bookings through:

IJS Global, Inc.
Phone: 323-242-9600
Fax: 323-242-9699

Contact:
Jon Garetson – Export Airfreight Manager – Jon.Garetson@ijsglobal.com
Carl Jeffers – Export Airfreight Agent – Carl.Jeffers@ijsglobal.com

Ph +61 7 3868 1870  
Fax +61 7 3268 1080
or click here for an online request form to complete with your details, for an obligation-free quote.