Episode 6: Shipping Insights with EES Shipping

January 22, 2025

EPISODE 6: Navigating Global Trade with

Amanda Bradfield of EES Shipping

In this episode of The Powerhouse Podcast, we go behind the scenes of international shipping with Amanda Bradfield, a freight forwarding expert with nearly 30 years of experience at EES Shipping. Broadcasting from Fremantle Ports, Amanda breaks down the complexities of global trade, from importing and exporting regulations to supply chain challenges and sustainability in shipping. With insights into shifting trade patterns, quarantine protocols, and industry innovations, this episode sheds light on how goods move across the world and the critical role of freight forwarders in keeping supply chains running smoothly.

Whether you’re in business, curious about WA’s economy, or just want to know how freight comes and goes into Fremantle, this episode is packed with insights and expertise.

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Amanda Bradfield

With nearly three decades in the freight industry, Amanda Bradfield is a powerhouse of knowledge in international trade and shipping logistics. As a key freight forwarding specialist at EES Shipping, she has helped businesses navigate the ever-evolving complexities of global trade, ensuring smooth and efficient transport of goods. Passionate about logistics, trade policy, and sustainability, Amanda is a go-to expert for insights on international freight and supply chain management.

From handling customs regulations and coordinating seamless freight movement to mitigating supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical shifts and environmental factors, Amanda understands the intricacies that keep the world’s trade flowing. With a keen eye on industry trends, sustainability efforts, and the latest innovations in logistics, she and EES Shipping continue to play a crucial role in connecting businesses to global markets.

IN THIS SHOW:

1.The Complex World of Freight Forwarding:

Amanda unpacks the vital role of freight forwarders in managing the intricate web of international trade logistics. From coordinating shipments and handling customs regulations to ensuring smooth cross-border transport, she explains how freight forwarders keep the world’s supply chains moving. With Australia being an import-heavy economy, Amanda highlights why businesses rely on experts like EES Shipping to navigate the complexities of global trade.

2.Industry Trends & Challenges:

From geopolitical tensions and trade restrictions to evolving sustainability initiatives, the freight industry is constantly adapting. Amanda dives into the biggest trends shaping global shipping, including supply chain diversification, the rise of alternative trade routes, and the push toward greener logistics. Learn how businesses are future-proofing their operations against disruptions and what the future of freight forwarding looks like.

3.Portside Perspective:

Broadcasting live from Fremantle, Amanda gives an insider’s view of port operations, breaking down the logistics behind vessel turnaround times, cargo handling, and strict quarantine procedures designed to protect Australia’s borders. She also discusses the impact of Westport, the highly anticipated new shipping hub, and how it will shape the future of trade and transport in Western Australia.