Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Freight Partner in Tasmania
Established in 1984, Tasfreight has grown from a single route between Tasmania and Melbourne to a national network spanning seven depots and major agency partnerships. Our founder, Kerry Gibson, identified a critical need for reliable inter-state freight solutions and built a company grounded in quality-driven operations. With over 200 permanent staff and 40 subcontractors, we maintain a customer-first approach while adhering to ISO 9001:2015 quality standards. Our services have expanded beyond fresh produce transport to include specialized solutions for diverse cargo types, excluding new furniture. We operate Australia-wide door-to-door deliveries, refrigerated transport, express freight, and over-dimensional cargo handling.Our commitment to quality management ensures compliance with rigorous international standards, while our investment in warehousing infrastructure guarantees secure storage solutions. Through strategic growth and staff dedication, we consistently deliver time-sensitive freight across challenging routes. Our Tasmania-based ownership structure distinguishes us as an independent operator in a sector dominated by multinational corporations. Continuous improvement remains central to our operations, supported by regular staff training and process optimization initiatives.
Services
Door to Door
Bulk Lines
Refrigerated Transport
Express Freight
Overdimensional
Storage
Pallet Manufacturing
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of specialized freight transportation experience
- Our operations maintain ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification
- We provide Australia-wide coverage with seven strategically located depots
- Our staff undergo regular training to maintain service excellence
- We operate independently as a Tasmanian-owned business
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
Services
Door to Door
Our door-to-door freight service provides direct transportation between any locations across Australia. This solution eliminates intermediate handling, reducing damage risks while maintaining strict delivery timelines. Customers benefit from simplified logistics management with single-point responsibility for their shipments.
Refrigerated Transport
Specialized refrigerated transport solutions maintain temperature-controlled environments for perishable goods. Designed for fresh produce and temperature-sensitive cargo, this service ensures product integrity during interstate transit between Tasmania and mainland Australia.
Express Freight
Time-critical freight solutions guarantee accelerated delivery schedules across our network. Available for priority shipments, this service maintains strict transit windows with dedicated handling protocols to ensure timely arrival of urgent consignments.
Storage
Secure storage facilities at all depots provide short and long-term warehousing solutions. Our climate-controlled environments protect valuable cargo with 24/7 security monitoring and inventory management systems ensuring optimal storage conditions for diverse freight types.
Bulk Lines
Dedicated bulk freight lines handle large-volume consignments between Tasmania and mainland destinations. This service optimizes cost-efficiency for high-capacity shipments while maintaining regular schedule reliability across our primary transport routes.
People
Kerry Gibson
Managing Director
Founder of Tasfreight with 40 years' experience in transport logistics. Recognized industry leader who established Tasmania's first dedicated freight route to Melbourne in 1984.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We provide freight services across all Australian states and territories, including Tasmania, Victoria, NSW, Queensland, SA, WA, and NT.
What types of freight do you handle?
We transport most cargo types except new furniture, including refrigerated goods, oversized items, and standard freight. Specialized handling available.
Are your services ISO certified?
Yes, our operations maintain ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification at our Latrobe headquarters.
How can I get a freight quote?
Use our online quick quote system or contact any of our seven depot locations for personalized freight cost assessments.
What is your transit time between major cities?
Transit times vary from 1-2 days for Melbourne-Adelaide routes up to 5-10 days for Tasmania-Western Australia shipments.
