Access practical guidance on container selection, African port logistics, freight rates, transit schedules, customs paperwork, Incoterms, cargo protection, and inland delivery planning across key trade corridors.

Mitchell Lawson is the editorial voice behind thisisourstory.com.au, specializing in practical guidance on shipping containers to Africa. He writes experience-led, clear, and decision-focused content covering routes, container options, documentation, freight costs, and logistics risks — helping readers plan smarter shipments with confidence.
Welcome to thisisourstory.com.au — a specialist publishing platform focused on Shipping Containers to Africa, international container freight planning, and practical logistics decision support.
We publish experience-led, research-informed content for readers who need clearer answers on:
container shipping to Africa
African ports and trade corridors
FCL vs LCL freight decisions
container types (20ft, 40ft, high cube, reefer, and special equipment)
transit times and vessel routing
freight rates and landed cost planning
customs documentation and compliance preparation
Incoterms, risk allocation, and shipment responsibility
inland transport coordination and destination delivery planning
Our aim is to make complex shipping topics easier to understand without oversimplifying the realities of international freight.
This website is built for importers, exporters, procurement teams, operators, project planners, and businesses exploring trade opportunities involving African destinations.
Our content covers a wide range of freight and logistics entities, including:
ocean freight
containerized cargo
port of loading (POL) and port of discharge (POD)
terminal handling charges (THC)
demurrage, detention, and storage
customs declarations and supporting documents
commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading
cargo insurance and risk mitigation
transshipment and schedule variability
inland haulage and final-mile delivery coordination
trade documentation workflows
shipment planning and operational readiness
We focus on practical, usable information that helps readers ask better questions before cargo moves.
At thisisourstory.com.au, we follow an editorial approach centered on clarity, practicality, and responsible publishing.
We aim to produce content that is:
experience-led in tone and decision-making logic
semantically rich in freight, logistics, shipping, and trade terminology
useful for both beginners and experienced operators
transparent about variables, delays, and route-specific differences
structured for real-world planning, not just search visibility
Shipping outcomes vary by cargo type, origin, destination country, port infrastructure, customs procedures, carrier schedules, and inland transport conditions. For that reason, our content is written to support planning and understanding—not to guarantee shipping outcomes.
Our content is suitable for readers involved in:
international trade and sourcing
import/export coordination
freight procurement
supply chain operations
project cargo planning
retail and wholesale replenishment
machinery and industrial shipments
commercial cargo movement to African markets
Whether you are comparing routes, reviewing documentation requirements, estimating freight costs, or understanding port congestion risk, this website is designed to help you navigate the process with greater confidence.
Key topic areas on this website include:
Shipping Containers to Africa
African Port Logistics
Container Selection and Cargo Suitability
Freight Cost Planning
Transit Time and Schedule Risk
Customs and Trade Documentation
Incoterms and Commercial Responsibility
Cargo Protection and Shipment Risk Control
These categories support a broader goal: helping readers make smarter logistics decisions using structured, practical, and context-aware information.
For general enquiries, editorial feedback, corrections, or content-related communication, you can reach us through the Contact page or via the details listed on this website.
We also maintain social media profiles for updates and general communication:
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cargomasterau/
thisisourstory.com.au is based in:
73 Millpoint Rd, South Perth, Perth, WA, Australia, Western Australia
This location supports our operational and editorial presence for readers seeking information related to shipping, freight, and international logistics planning.
The information published on this website is provided for informational and editorial purposes. Requirements for container shipping, customs clearance, freight booking, and import compliance can vary by jurisdiction, cargo type, and service provider. Readers should verify route-specific and shipment-specific requirements with qualified freight, customs, and trade professionals before acting on critical logistics decisions.