Businesses (especially mining ones) in Kalgoorlie might benefit most from West Coast Express. This company cuts the usual delay by sending freight directly to the region instead of routing it to Peth.

You can book them for heavy haulage and interstate delivery too. After all, their fleet is built to handle massive loads, including industrial machinery…and all the paperwork that comes with it.

Their pricing is on par with the city’s standard rates. Some patrons even say it’s one of the biggest reasons they stick around.

That brings us to experience and client retention. West Coast Express has been running for over 15 years, with loyal clients on board for more than a decade!

Communication needs improvement, though. Gripes about delayed responses have been raised.

Tech upgrades would do them wonders as well, especially live tracking tools or an app.

Been Using Their Service for over Fifteen Years

Great service and very fair pricing. I’ve been using their service for over fifteen years and never a problem. Very nice, friendly staff too. Can’t recommend highly enough.

Tony Moisley, Google Review

Professional and Approachable

Have been using Watsons for years – I could not ask for a better service throughout my dealings, always been professional and approachable while catering to my requests and freight needs.

Clint Godde, Google Review

CTI’s inclusion here is no mystery; having over 45 years in the trucking game is impressive. Even better is their collection of ISO certificates, namely 9001, 14001, and 45001.

Speciality-wise, transporting heavy machinery and vehicles is the service they’re often phoned for. The reliability score leans positively, thanks to their Australia-wide and well-planned networks.

Another convenient, well-rated bit is their capability to perform door-to-door services. This feature saves time, as you don’t have to arrange separate pick-ups or transfers.

But if you truly want to cut down delays, there’s a 2-day express solution from Melbourne and Sydney to Perth. It’s on the premium end, mind.

Thankfully, their general rates fit well with Perth’s market.

On the flip side, more than one client has complained about unfriendly and dismissive project managers. Late responses have been flagged as well.

Good Service

Shipped a 4WD to Adelaide with fishing gear and two surfboards inside. Good service, good price and the vehicle arrived a week later exactly when they said it would, and in the exact same condition that I dropped it off. When I picked it up the bloke told me the car had been shipped over by rail—thumbs up for using the more environmentally friendly option.

Craig Oliver, Google Review

Did An Awesome Job

I sent my gold mk6 from Perth to Sydney. I was really worried about doing it after reading bad reviews online. But CTI logistics did an awesome job. Completely stress free even put a load of belongings in the boot. Everything arrived perfectly and on time. Really great job guys.

Mr Carter, Google Review

In terms of fleet size, GKR Transport is one of the most stacked here. It’s made up of 140 trailers and 50 prime movers, well-equipped for both palletised goods and large machinery.

They typically don’t charge a fortune either. In fact, all of our interviewees described their rates as “competitive” and “well priced.”

They’re not the best in the communication department, though. Common gripes we heard include getting passed from one phone rep to another, abrupt responses, and a lack of clear-cut answers.

It’s also worth noting that customers moving motorcycles have to crate them on their own.

Beyond that, they’re not shabby, especially if we’re talking speed, the 30-year tenure, and the easy-to-use online portal.

GKR’s storage and distribution facilities can speed things up, too, as they remove the need to hire a third-party handler. They’re even located across major cities, specifically Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Adelaide.

Great Value

I shipped a sauna from NSW to Perth. Great value great service! Highly recommended.

Vitality Steam Sauna, Google Review

Easy Online System

Made a huge difference to our businesses since we switched to GKR. From speed of quotes, pick-ups and the easy online system, they are very easy to deal with. Prices are competitive too and that all helps. Highly recommend!

Nick Clayton, Google Review

KTI Transport’s all-around service list grants them extra marks for convenience. Road/rail freight transport, warehousing, and container services are among the core services of this 1987-founded company.

Cross-docking is where they really edge out most of the competition. The feature improves turnaround and lowers costs for bulk shipments, since it keeps loads moving and removes storage overheads.

Wine exporters, in particular, should consider giving them a shot. KTI’s record in safely and punctually transporting wine bottles is solid.

On top of that, they reach places others don’t, such as Albury, Wagga Wagga, and Dubbo.

A minor downside is that they operate fewer warehouses (Perth, Adelaide, and Melbourne only) compared to most competitors.

Express shipping is yet to be added, too. That’s a massive drawback for clients who often need speedier deliveries.

The silver lining? Well, you don’t have to break the bank for their rates.

Quicker Than Expected

Huge relief finding a transport company to move my crated vehicle across the country. Friendly, helpful and reasonable price. Quicker than expected as well! I highly recommend Kangaroo transport to anyone asking!

Clint, Google Review

Very Careful

We had a delivery out to our vineyard and the driver was very careful with our pallets of bottles and did his best to get them where I needed them. Refreshing to get good service from a transport company. Thanks.

Michael Collie, Google Review

It’s hard not to make a list about trucking companies in Perth without giving Bishop Transport a shout. Since 1972, they’ve been providing solutions to Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

Don’t think of them as old, though. The modernised fleet allows for GPS tracking (these GPS suppliers got some if you need them), even if a weather disturbance causes road closure.

Moreover, their 130-equipment fleet can move almost every load type. Think palletised freight, hot shots, and oversized items.

Bishop is even licensed to handle hazardous freight and is compliant with the Australian Dangerous Goods Code. Explosives, radioactive materials, controlled waste, and corrosive substances are examples of high-risk cargo that they deal with.

Region coverage is a glaring weak point, however. As mentioned, their operations are mostly concentrated in WA and NT.

Their customer service also needs some tune-up. Calls getting cut off and a handful of staff members being unfriendly have been mentioned by our interviewees.

Much Appreciated

Thank you for the service. If you are in Carnarvon, please ask for Ben because he will collect your freight without charge. Much appreciated Ben.

thuy phan, Google Review

Good Price

A big busy operation, lots going on and I got what I was after which was a good 2nd hand 1000 litre IBC at a good price.

Martin Hadley, Google Review