About Us

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Import & Export

Efficiency in motion, reliability in delivery.

R Melling is a highly skilled professional with an extensive background in international trade, particularly in the areas of importing and exporting. Their experience spans across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, and technology. This has enabled them to develop a deep understanding of the intricacies and challenges of global commerce, from navigating complex customs regulations and managing supply chain logistics to identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities.

As an expert in their field, R Melling has earned a reputation for providing exceptional service and value to their clients around the world. They bring a meticulous attention to detail to every aspect of their work, ensuring that all transactions and processes are executed with the highest level of precision and efficiency. They are also committed to delivering the best possible customer experience, going above and beyond to meet the unique needs and requirements of each client they serve.

Whether you are a small business owner looking to source products from overseas suppliers or a large corporation seeking to expand your operations into new markets, R Melling has the expertise and resources to guide you through the process. Their focus on reliability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction means that you can trust them to deliver results that exceed your expectations, every time. Overall, R Melling is a reliable and trustworthy partner for all your importing and exporting needs.

Our Team

Meet the Team

Tracy Ferguson – Office Manager and Customs Broker

Tracy has been a part of the freight forwarding industry for 20 years and has worked with R Melling & Associates for the past 10 years. Tracy has a sound understanding of all aspects of freight forwarding and is a fully licensed customs broker. This allows her to be involved in all facets of the business. 

Tracy is always up to any challenge our clients put in front of her and likes that there is always something new to learn in the industry.

Rob Fawkes – Senior Customs Broker

Rob joined the industry in 1968 and has been a licensed customs broker since 1971.

During his career, he has been actively involved in all aspects of the import and export of sea and air freight.

For 22 years, he ran a customs and forwarding business, with 5 years being on his own and 17 years in a partnership.

Sarah Lightfoot – Import / Export Operator and Customs Compiler

Sarah has been working in supply chain and logistics for 18 years. She has been with the R Melling & Associates team for 3 years, working to gain her broker’s licence alongside her operational role with import, export, and domestic movements.

Her experience within the mining sector has given her a sound understanding of local and overseas regulatory requirements when it comes to moving cargo. She is not afraid to think and look outside the box when working to determine the best solutions for our clients.

Zac Bidwell – Transport Co-ordinator and Accounts

Zac has worked in the freight forwarding industry for just under a year. He joined the business to take over the accounting department but has slowly taken over the coordination of container movements between the wharf and the client. He works closely with stakeholders to make cargo delivery seamless and ensures all invoices are sent and paid on time.

In the near future, Zac will be working towards attaining his customs broker license.

Our Services

Solution based services for all sized businesses