International Logistics and Forwarding
Dean Freight Forwarding differs from other forwarders in the market place in as much as we offer a tailored forwarding solution built around individual client needs and supported by our Internet Cargo Management Systems.

Dean World Cargo is a member of the respected worldwide Trans Pacific Forwarding (TPF). TPF. is a group of mid-size owner operated forwarders who offer ‘hands on’ service and expertise. TPF members have the same common goals and philosophies and believe that as a group we can better manage your supply chain than our competitors.

Overall, our Forwarding Network has 80 offices worldwide in 40 countries and is continuing to expand. Dean Forwarding is multi-modal handling Seafreight, Import & Export and Airfreight, Import & Export. Dean are a member of I.A.T.A., enabling us to deal directly with international airlines.

Dean Wako A specialized Hong Kong and China service. Dean in Australia and Wako in Hong Kong -China have over the last fifteen years developed a ‘strategic alliance’ that specialises in handling China cargo.

Via our own offices throughout China we handle a variety of cargo, however we specialise in the garment trade and have ‘major’ clients in this category.

OFFSHORE SERVICES

Leading importers are now fully aware that having traditional ‘on-shore’ services provided ‘offshore’, offers significant gains both operationally and financially. Dean through its ‘strategic alliances’ (particularly in Hong Kong and China) can offer a variety of value added services offshore.

Services include:

Container packing options:
Individual port drops
Multiple supplier consolidation
Garment on Hanger (G.O.H.)
Quality Control (Q.C.) facilities
Pick ‘n’ Pack service
Individual store / client orders
Bar coding
Item level
Carton level
Consignment level
All services are linked via our Internet Cargo Management System ensuring full control for yourselves and full accountability by Dean.

Local Clearance and Distribution
Dean has operated a Customs Broking division for over 20 years. We have a team of experienced brokers and support staff who handle a wide variety of broking accounts on an Australia wide basis.

In addition to our Textile Clothing and Footwear client base, which is highlighted by client references, and to give you an idea of the breadth and scope of our experience, we handle a diverse range of products including:

Electronic & personal grooming goods
Home wears
Furniture and Household items
Sporting goods
Luggage
Steel products including flat roll and stainless
Vehicles and automotive components; and of course
Apparel, Fabric, Footwear and Fashion accessories

Our Customs division operates a fully integrated internet based system that incorporates freight forwarding and accounting, using Cargowise’s Enterprise and WebTracker systems, with direct interface to Australian Customs via CMR.

An integral part of the development of our customs system has been the integration of our offshore partners. This gives us the ability to capture data from our cargo management system and create seamless customs entries.

We have encouraged our brokers to become managers of data rather than processors with the emphasis on classification, concessional opportunities and accuracy.

We are currently processing over 15,000 entries per annum with the emphasis being on operations efficiency via improved systems.

I.T. Systems
Dean and Wako utilise the same I.T. system, as provided by Customwise’s Enterprise forwarding, brokerage and tracking system.

Customwise has been providing solutions to the freight forwarding and logistics industry since the early 90’s, and their Enterprise package provides the necessary systems to enable Dean/Wako to compete in the new industry framework of eCommerce and instant communication.

Dean and Wako’s identical systems allow our various branches to share information in real time, directly uploading and downloading consolidation and shipment information, supplier and invoice information, and accounts. The shared platform protects the integrity of all data and enables us to effectively automate processes such as Customs’ reporting.

Dean/Wako have also invested in specific customisation of the system to best suit our own needs, including the creation of a Class A/B module that is specific to the multiple supplier consolidation services that we offer our top clients.

Further customisation of the system for clients’ needs is also performed. We work with you on your exact reporting requirements or electronic data importing needs.

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Forwarding and Logistics Solutions