Distribution Direct
Townsville-based logistics provider with 40+ years of heritage, specialising in Far North Queensland and Northern Territory freight including heavy haulage, container services, and remote area logistics.
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Distribution Direct traces its heritage to Dennis Payne Transport, which operated for decades along Queensland routes. Managing Director Anthony Stevenson joined in 2000 and established Distribution Direct as a separate venture. In 2015, the Stevensons acquired Dennis Payne Transport, consolidating both entities into an integrated logistics provider with over 40 years of combined experience.
The company operates as a specialist in remote and regional logistics, connecting Far North Queensland and Central Queensland with Darwin and Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, and extending into Western Australia. Distribution Direct serves mining, resources, engineering, construction, and agricultural industries with comprehensive transport and port services from Townsville and Darwin.
Key Capabilities
General Freight & Heavy Haulage
Road freight services from cartons and pallets through to heavy haulage and oversized loads, with pilot vehicle options for over-dimensional freight across remote corridors.
Container Services
Side-loader operations for 20ft and 40ft containers with port services at Townsville and Darwin, including container sales and hire.
Remote Area Logistics
Specialist transport connecting Cairns, Townsville, Mackay through to Darwin, Alice Springs, Katherine, and Tennant Creek, with expertise in remote and challenging conditions.
Warehousing & Port Services
800 sqm warehousing plus hardstand storage, customs clearance support, and port-adjacent logistics at Townsville and Darwin.
Best Suited For
Distribution Direct is well-suited for:
- Mining and resources companies requiring remote area logistics in QLD and NT
- Businesses needing reliable freight connections between Queensland and the Northern Territory
- Companies requiring container services at Townsville or Darwin ports
- Agricultural and construction businesses in Far North Queensland and regional areas
Integration Notes
Distribution Direct operates with traditional booking and communication methods suited to the remote and regional markets it serves. Contact directly for booking, tracking, and customs clearance support.