Sadleirs Logistics

Overview

Sadleirs is Australia’s oldest family-owned logistics provider, tracing its origins to August 5, 1829, when Lionel Samson arrived in Fremantle, Western Australia. RC Sadleir was established in 1895 as a Customs, Shipping and Forwarding Agent, and in 1936 the two companies merged to create the Sadleirs Group we know today. For nearly 200 years, this Perth-based company has remained a privately owned family business, evolving from a merchant import-export operation to a comprehensive national logistics provider.

Operating from their head office in Kewdale, Perth, Sadleirs maintains a presence in all Australian capital cities including Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. The company group consists of Logistics, Global Logistics, Resources, and Packaging divisions, all operating under the Sadleirs brand. Their extensive network covers metropolitan and regional Australia, with particular strength in rail and coastal container shipping between the east coast and Perth.

As a truly multimodal provider, Sadleirs operates air, sea, road, and rail transportation services with an extensive international network. Their 100% Australian ownership and nearly two centuries of operational experience make them a trusted partner for businesses requiring reliable, comprehensive logistics solutions across the country and internationally.

Key Capabilities

Multimodal Freight Solutions

Sadleirs operates a comprehensive multimodal network covering rail, road, sea, and air freight across Australia. One of their major strengths is rail and coastal container shipping, particularly for routes between the east coast and Perth. Complete door-to-door express services operate globally 24 hours a day, every day, with transport hubs in all major capital cities.

Customs Brokerage & International Freight

The company provides international sea and air freight forwarding with 100% local in-house customs brokerage services. Highly qualified staff ensure goods move through Customs and Quarantine quickly and smoothly, with tariff consultation services available. This capability is particularly valuable for businesses managing international supply chains and import/export operations.

Warehousing & 3PL Services

Sadleirs offers comprehensive warehousing and third-party logistics (3PL) services with cutting-edge facilities and advanced inventory management systems. Their storage and distribution solutions include an extensive range of top-quality, competitively priced customised packaging solutions, making them a full-service logistics partner.

Best Suited For

• WA-based businesses requiring reliable national distribution, especially to/from eastern states
• Import/export operations needing integrated customs brokerage and international freight
• Manufacturers and distributors requiring multimodal freight options including rail and coastal shipping
• Businesses seeking 3PL partnerships with warehousing, packaging, and distribution services
• Companies prioritizing stability who value working with Australia’s longest-established family logistics business
• Regional freight requirements across metropolitan and regional Australia

Integration Notes

Sadleirs Logistics is accessible through third-party integration platforms including MachShip and Couriers & Freight. The MachShip integration provides a fully featured connection allowing businesses to access Sadleirs’ services through their platform. Through Couriers & Freight’s platform, customers can get instant quotes, print shipping labels, and generate tracking numbers via API integration.

While Sadleirs can be accessed through these integration platforms, direct API or EDI capabilities from Sadleirs themselves are limited. Businesses requiring automated integration should consider using one of the supported third-party platforms or contact Sadleirs directly to discuss custom integration requirements.