Skippers Transport

Overview

Established in 1961, Skippers Transport is a West Australian family-owned business operating from Welshpool in Perth. With over 60 years of continuous operation, Skippers has built a reputation for reliable, customer-specific logistics solutions across the full distribution supply chain. The company operates a modern specialised fleet ranging from 8-tonne trucks through to 24-tonne prime movers with various trailer combinations, enabling them to handle freight of virtually any size or shape.

Skippers Transport serves both the Perth metropolitan area and regional Western Australia, with particular strength in supporting the resources and mining sector. In collaboration with their sister company Skippers Aviation, they also provide aviation logistics services for accessing remote and hard-to-reach locations, supporting the mining, oil, and gas industries.

Key Capabilities

General and Refrigerated Freight

Skippers Transport provides comprehensive general freight services across the Perth metro area and regional Western Australia. Their refrigerated division operates chiller and frozen freight services across Perth and to regional centres including Geraldton, transporting fruit, vegetables, frozen foods, and other temperature-sensitive goods with maintained cold chain integrity.

Container Cartage and Port Logistics

Skippers offers full container cartage and port logistics services, managing the movement of shipping containers between Perth port facilities and customer locations. This includes wharf cartage, container unpacking, and coordination with shipping lines for efficient import and export operations.

Heavy Haulage and Project Logistics

For oversized and complex freight requirements, Skippers Transport provides heavy haulage and over-dimensional transport services. Their project logistics capability supports the resources industry with specialised transport planning and execution for large-scale equipment moves, construction materials, and industrial cargo.

Mine Consolidation and Resources Support

Skippers manages captive fleets for major mining clients and specialises in mine consolidation transportation, bringing together multiple consignments for efficient delivery to remote mine sites. Their resources industry expertise covers the full supply chain from procurement coordination through to final site delivery.

3PL Warehousing and Distribution

Skippers provides secure, scalable warehousing solutions with advanced inventory management systems utilising state-of-the-art technology. Real-time tracking and reporting help streamline supply chain operations, with comprehensive transportation services covering road, rail, air, and sea freight to support end-to-end 3PL requirements.

Best Suited For

Skippers Transport is well-suited for:

• Perth metro businesses needing reliable daily freight and courier services
• Mining and resources companies requiring mine consolidation and site delivery logistics
• Importers and exporters needing container cartage and port logistics in Perth
• Food and beverage businesses requiring chiller and frozen freight across WA
• Construction and industrial companies needing heavy haulage and project logistics
• Businesses seeking a long-established, family-owned WA logistics partner with personalised service

Integration Notes

Skippers Transport does not currently advertise public API, EDI, or webhook integration capabilities. Their 3PL operations utilise advanced inventory management systems with real-time tracking and reporting for supply chain visibility. Bookings and logistics coordination are managed directly through their operations team. Businesses requiring digital integration should contact Skippers Transport directly to discuss available connectivity options and custom solutions for their specific requirements.