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Stokes and Bell- One of Australia’s Most Trusted International Freight Forwarders

Stokes And Bell, a family-owned business with over 130 years of experience, has built its success upon a core principle: trusted logistics. Consequently, this unwavering commitment to reliability forms the foundation of our long-lasting partnerships and our reputation for providing superior freight forwarding solutions to companies worldwide.

Driven by unwavering determination and resilience, Stokes And Bell has established itself as a leader in Australia’s shipping and logistics landscape.

Stokes and Bell is a dynamic freight forwarding company committed to providing affordable shipping and logistics solutions that continuously propel your business growth. Therefore, we’ve assembled a team of dedicated logistics professionals and trade experts to closely monitor the global economic landscape.

This expertise empowers us to design flexible logistics solutions that seamlessly adapt to your evolving needs. As a result, the combined knowledge of our team enables Stokes and Bell to offer high-performance forwarding and logistics services to a broad range of industries worldwide.

Services

Import Freight Forwarding

The global movement of goods has played a vital role in trade throughout history. Consequently, Australia, like many nations, has a rich history built upon international trade. Notably, textiles and apparel have been a significant import since 1906.

Export Freight Forwarding

Stokes and Bell is a trusted international logistics and freight forwarder, prioritizing comprehensive solutions to meet your export needs. Therefore, we offer a diverse range of shipping services, catering to cargo destined for countries worldwide.

Whether you require time-critical next-day deliveries or solutions for less urgent consignments, Stokes and Bell has the perfect export freight option to suit your specific requirements.

Customs Clearance & Quarantine

Stokes and Bells have a large team of Customs agents and trade advisors on hand to help you understand the legal requirements of shipping goods to and from destinations the world over. Customs, tariffs, taxes and government regulations can be very complicated, but our agents will help you to navigate the complexities while saving you time and money.

In times of economic uncertainty, when international trade is more difficult than usual, Stokes and Bell will help you to save money on duties and taxes wherever legally possible. Once your goods are cleared, our agents will liaise with transport teams to facilitate a fast pick-up, transport and delivery to your customer or distribution centre.

Insurance

Freight and marine cargo insurance covers your consignment against physical loss or damage that occurs during the import or export process to and from Australia. It is essential to choose the right insurance policy and vital that you obtain a level of cover that is most appropriate for your consignment. For your peace of mind, Stokes and Bell will ensure that your policy caters to your needs providing the following benefits:

• Cover against damage caused in transit
• Cover if your goods go missing
• Cover against financial loss
• Reduced risk and peace of mind

Trade Advice & Facilitation

Our trade advisors possess extensive knowledge about Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to assist you in navigating the intricacies of international trade. Therefore, FTAs, established under international law, are multinational agreements that reduce or eliminate barriers to trade in goods and services between cooperating states. These agreements offer a multitude of benefits, including:

• Lower prices for consumers
• Increased exports
• Reduced behind the border barriers to international trade
• Greater economic wealth
• Global business opportunities

Transport, Warehousing & Distribution

Stokes and Bell is your trusted logistics partner, ensuring the smooth transport of your goods anywhere in the world. Therefore, our commitment extends beyond just transportation, encompassing comprehensive supply chain solutions tailored to your specific business needs.

Our team of experts leverages their experience in:

• Management and planning: We strategically manage your supply chain, guaranteeing efficient movement of goods.
• Warehousing and distribution: We provide secure and cost-effective storage and distribution solutions.
• Scalability: Our services adapt to your growing business requirements.
• Client satisfaction: Our priority is exceeding your customer expectations through reliable warehousing and distribution.

We understand the critical role of a robust supply chain. Therefore, Stokes and Bell offers real-time tracking capabilities, providing complete transparency throughout your shipment journey.

Head Office
Address: Level 2, 30-32 Sydney Road, Brunswick, VIC 3056, Australia
Tel: +61.3.9933.8488
Fax: +61.3.9933.8499
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Website: https://www.stokesandbell.com.au/

Warehouse
Address: 44-46 Burns Road, Altona, VIC, 3018
Tel: +61.3.9360.0555
Fax: +61.3.9360.0540

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