David is an air freight specialist with nearly two decades of experience managing Sydney–Perth shipments. He writes for mercuresydneyairport.com.au to help businesses understand the process, costs, and best practices behind domestic air freight in Australia.
David Postle is a logistics professional with more than 18 years of hands-on experience in Australia’s domestic air freight sector, with a strong focus on the Sydney to Perth route. He began his career on the ground as a cargo coordinator, managing time-critical shipments and oversized cargo for mining, medical, and industrial clients.
Over the years, David has worked directly with airline capacity planning, cost analysis, route optimisation, charter operations, and shipment risk management. His background gives him a clear and practical view of what influences freight rates, how carriers allocate space, how transit times vary, and what seasonal patterns businesses often overlook when shipping across the country.
David contributes to mercuresydneyairport.com.au as part of the editorial team with the goal of bringing clarity, accuracy, and real expertise to the topic of domestic air freight. He writes with the E-E-E-A-T approach: experience from the field, technical expertise, industry authority, and a strong ethical foundation.
Beyond explaining best practices for Sydney–Perth air freight, David dives into topics such as chargeable weight, operational risks, transit reliability, and cost-saving strategies for Australian businesses shipping regularly by air.
For David, logistics is more than moving cargo from A to B. It’s about helping businesses make informed decisions based on real data and proven practice—so their supply chains stay reliable, efficient, and predictable.
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