General Freight Services Across Queensland
F&T Freight's general freight service is the backbone of our operations. We handle palletised goods, cartons, parcels, and loose cargo for businesses of all sizes — from small enterprises shipping a few pallets per week to large corporations requiring daily multi-drop deliveries across the state.
Our general freight division operates a modern fleet of rigid trucks, tautliners, and semi-trailers capable of handling loads from a single pallet through to full truckloads. Every vehicle is maintained to the highest safety standards and equipped with GPS tracking for complete shipment visibility.
What We Transport
Our general freight service covers virtually any non-hazardous commodity that requires road transport. We move goods ranging from consumer products and retail stock through to industrial components and building supplies.
- Palletised goods and cartons (any size and weight)
- Consumer electronics and retail merchandise
- Industrial equipment and machinery parts
- Building materials and hardware supplies
- Raw materials for manufacturing
- Agricultural products and produce
- Furniture and household goods
- Medical supplies and equipment
Service Options
We offer multiple service tiers to match your delivery timeframe and budget requirements. Whether you need guaranteed next-morning delivery or are happy with a standard two-day transit, we have an option that works for your business.
Express (Same Day)
Urgent shipments collected and delivered within the same business day for metropolitan Brisbane consignments.
Priority (Next Day)
Overnight service for time-sensitive freight requiring next-morning delivery across South East Queensland.
Standard (2-3 Days)
Cost-effective general freight for shipments that do not require express timelines. Covers all of Queensland.
Scheduled (Regular Runs)
Fixed-schedule pickup and delivery for businesses with recurring freight requirements. Weekly, bi-weekly, or daily.
Load Types and Vehicle Options
We match the right vehicle to your freight requirements to ensure both cost efficiency and cargo safety. Our fleet includes a variety of vehicle configurations suited to different load types and access constraints.
Part Load (LTL): Ideal for shipments that do not fill an entire truck. Your freight is consolidated with other compatible shipments heading in the same direction, reducing costs while maintaining service quality. We carefully manage load planning to prevent damage from incompatible goods sharing space.
Full Truck Load (FTL): When you have enough freight to fill a vehicle, a dedicated truck is allocated exclusively to your consignment. This provides faster transit times, reduced handling, and greater scheduling flexibility. FTL services are available for all vehicle types in our fleet.
Multi-Drop Deliveries: For businesses distributing to multiple sites, we plan efficient multi-drop routes that minimise transit time while reaching all delivery points. Route optimisation technology helps us sequence drops for maximum efficiency.
Coverage Areas
Our general freight network covers all of Queensland with connections to interstate destinations through our partner network. Key service corridors include:
- Brisbane CBD and inner suburbs — daily services with flexible delivery windows
- Greater Brisbane metropolitan area — same-day and next-day options available
- Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast — daily scheduled services
- Toowoomba and Darling Downs — daily scheduled services
- Mackay, Townsville, and Cairns — weekly scheduled linehaul departures
- Regional Queensland — services available on request with tailored scheduling
- Interstate connections — Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth via partner network
Packaging and Preparation Guidelines
To ensure your goods arrive in perfect condition, we recommend the following preparation standards for general freight consignments:
All goods should be securely packaged in containers suitable for road transport. Palletised freight should be stretch-wrapped and stacked no higher than 1.5 metres. Cartons should be sealed with packing tape and clearly labelled with recipient details. Fragile items must be marked accordingly and packed with appropriate cushioning material.
If you are unsure about packaging requirements for your specific product type, our team can advise on the best approach to ensure safe transit. We also offer packaging services for businesses that require assistance preparing goods for transport.
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General Freight — Common Questions
There is no minimum. We handle everything from a single carton or satchel through to full truckloads. For very small items, our part-load (LTL) service consolidates your freight with compatible shipments heading in the same direction, keeping costs proportionate to the actual space your goods occupy.
Pricing is based on the greater of actual weight or cubic weight (volume), distance, service speed, and any special handling requirements. We calculate cubic weight at 250kg per cubic metre for road freight. We always quote the total cost upfront with no hidden surcharges — what we quote is what you pay.
Goods should be packaged to withstand normal road freight handling. Palletised goods should be stretch-wrapped and stable. Cartons should be sealed and labelled clearly. Fragile items require appropriate cushioning. If you are unsure about packaging requirements, our team can advise on the best approach for your specific goods.
If no one is available to receive the delivery, our driver will attempt to contact you or your nominated receiver. If contact cannot be made, the goods are returned to our depot and a re-delivery is scheduled. We recommend providing an authority to leave (ATL) instruction if you are comfortable with unattended delivery.
Yes, every delivery is confirmed with electronic proof of delivery (ePOD) including recipient name, signature, date, and time. POD documentation is available on request and can be emailed to you automatically upon delivery completion if you set up this preference with your account manager.
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