Meet James Whitfield – Your Freight Logistics Expert

With over 20 years of hands-on experience in Australian and international freight logistics, James Whitfield is more than just a consultant — he’s a trusted partner for businesses navigating the complex world of freight forwarding.

🚛 Who Is James Whitfield?

James is a Senior Freight Consultant, Licensed Customs Broker, and IATA-certified cargo professional based in Brisbane, Australia. Over the past two decades, he has helped hundreds of exporters, importers, and logistics teams move goods efficiently — via air freight, sea freight, and multimodal systems.

He has worked across diverse sectors including mining, agriculture, healthcare, and technology, offering strategic guidance in logistics compliance, cost control, and cargo risk management.

“In logistics, it’s not just about moving cargo — it’s about moving it right.” – James Whitfield

🎓 Qualifications & Industry Credentials

• 🎓 Bachelor of International Logistics, RMIT University
• ✅ Licensed Customs Broker (Australian Border Force)
• ✈️ IATA Accredited Cargo Agent
• 🌏 Member of FIATA (International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations)
• 🎤 Speaker at Australian Freight & Logistics Forum (2022–2024)

🔍 Core Areas of Expertise

• Freight forwarding (air, sea, intermodal)
• Import/export documentation & compliance
• Customs clearance & bonded warehousing
• Incoterms®, contracts, and risk mitigation
• Remote area & emergency freight logistics
• Cost modelling & route optimization

🛠 How James Supports Clients

Whether you’re a startup exporting for the first time or an enterprise navigating complex logistics, James offers:

• 📦 End-to-end freight coordination
• 🛃 Practical customs advice without the jargon
• 🚀 Planning for time-critical cargo
• 💡 Freight strategies tailored to your needs

With specific experience in:

• Dangerous goods logistics
• Heavy-lift and project cargo
• Air freight charter services across Australia

📚 Thought Leadership & Publications

• ✍️ Author of “Navigating Australian Export Logistics in 2025”
• 📰 Contributor to SmartFreight Weekly and SupplyChainAU
• 📣 Host of LinkedIn newsletter: Freight Forwarding Fundamentals