Australian Logistics Company Provides Point of Difference from Traditional Wharf Transporter

(PRWEB) November 29, 2012

The changing nature comes as a move to better reconnect with their customers through improving their service levels and continuing to provide innovative solutions to their customers issues.

General Manager of Operations Martin Filmer says the change is an important move for the Chalmers brand, We pride ourselves on offering exceptional service by listening to our customers needs and problems, we then thoroughly go through all the possible options to provide effective solutions to help drive their business to further success.

Chalmers customer base is varied including Primary Products Exporters, motor vehicles importers and major Freight Forwarders. Each one has its own individual requirements and needs, which Chalmers is able to meet by listening and working through the options to meet those requirements. The launch of a new website will also assist in providing both existing and potential customers a source of information and a continual update of the services and advantages that Chalmers can provide to its customers.

The changes to the website represent a merging of Chalmers past with their future. The addition of new colours with the existing branding is intended to help portray the message. Mr Filmer adds that while Chalmers are not forgetting the past, they are moving forward and continuing to grow and develop their service offering. Filmer says this is evident with the introduction of videos which provide a more interactive experience for both with the introduction of videos which provide a more interactive experience for both existing and potential customers.

Mr Filmer said the positive change is well underway and it will not only help improve the customer service levels of the business, but it is also part of a greater internal plan for the company. We pride ourselves on building long term relationships and providing a point of difference to our competitors, and that difference positions our company as an alternate organisation to the traditional wharf transporter.”

The new website sends a message to the industry that while we are an old established business with a rich history, we are also a progressive and forward thinking organisation that is moving forward with the times, which has been supported by the feedback our customers have provided.

A loyal customer of Chalmers for over 70 years, Mercedes Benz, has expressed their satisfaction in Chalmers customer service and logistics handling. The successful motor company is one of many Chalmers customers to leave testimonials on the Chalmers website. The Mercedes Benz testimonial reads, They [Chalmers] have impressed us with their efficient, professional manner an approach that not only inspired confidence, but generated the results we were looking for. We needed an effective solution to the problem of handling our import containers. By partnering with Chalmers, we have been able to consistently minimise our overall transport costs without impacting on overall service

Chalmers change is aligned with their business objective to provide their customers with the very best and most consistent service in transport and logistics, whether they are an Importer, Exporter or Freight Forwarder. Chalmers pride themselves on having a strong focus on implementing the latest technology that has allowed the historic company to offer a complete package solution to their customers, allowing business owners to spend more time using their skills to manage their business.

About Chalmers Chalmers is one of the oldest transport and Logistics Companies in Australia. Established in 1882, they have since grown to become a publicly listed multi-million dollar business with depots in Melbourne and Brisbane. Over their one hundred and thirty year operation, the Chalmers name has grown to become synonymous within the circles of Australian Importers and Exporters as a reliable and consistent transportation organisation.

To learn more information, you can visit Chalmers at http://www.chalmers.net.au.

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Seed Production in Australia Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld

Melbourne, Australia (PRWEB) November 30, 2012

The worst years for the Seed Production industry coincide with the worst of Australian droughts during 2007-08, 2008-09 and 2009-10. As agricultural production suffered from punishing weather conditions, demand for seeds fell substantially as farmers avoided purchasing seeds with no end to the drought in sight. According to IBISWorld industry analyst Ee Jen Lee, while this was succeeded with higher than average rainfall the following year, two consecutive years of weak demand have resulted in an 5.4% annualised contraction of industry revenue. In 2012-13, Seed Production industry revenue is projected to grow a moderate 1.8% to reach $ 292.8 million. This growth will be on the back of higher seed prices and stronger demand for seeds related to high agricultural commodity prices.

Other factors influencing demand for seeds are policy developments. Lee adds, while there is no indication from regulators or governments that genetically modified canola moratoriums may be lifted in the states of South Australia and Tasmania, these will be due for review during the next five years. Further, water use policies, especially those concerning the Murray-Darling Basin may change farmers’ decisions on the variety of seed used.

The Seed Production industry has a medium level of concentration, and major companies include Pacific Seeds Pty Limited, PGG Wrightson Limited, Bayer CropScience Pty Ltd and Heritage Seeds Pty Ltd. Increasing investment and greater involvement from the world’s largest seed companies in Australia’s local Seed Production industry will boost seed research and production capabilities. Further, the development of Asian agriculture and increased reliance on Australia’s research capabilities are expected to have a positive effect on export volumes. As the average annual rainfall is expected to decline from its current peak over the next five years through 2017-18, Seed Production industry revenue is forecast to grow at a moderate rate, but may exceed forecasts if operators can successfully tap into growing export markets.

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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics

This industry primarily produces seeds for propagation. This includes seeds for crops, including grains, oilseeds, vegetables and fruit, flowers and miscellaneous crops. Large agricultural companies participate in the industry through their supply of genetically modified seeds.

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Industry Assistance



Key Statistics



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Key Ratios

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Recognised as the nations most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every Australian industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Melbourne, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organisations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com.au or call (03) 9655 3886.

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Pan Australian Travel Releases Video Blog Filled with Travel Tips from Bali and Beyond

Melbourne, Au (PRWEB) December 01, 2012

In its weekly video blog, Pan Australian Travel shares travel tips from its Managing Directors recent trip to Bali.

Most hotels in Bali offer a service where a staff member will meet a passenger at the arrival gate to help the passenger get through customs, collect baggage, and get his or her visa.

We can also arrange it for you regardless of which hotel youre staying at, said Jake Hower, Managing Director of Pan Australian Travel.

Based on his own experience with this on his recent trip to Bali, the assistance upon arrival helped speed up the process considerably.

It took us about 10 minutes to get all the way through the airport once we landed as opposed to 45 minutes without the service. It was well worth an extra 20 or 30 dollars per person to have that service, said Mr. Hower.

In the video (click here for the video), Jake also advises against riding scooters on trips since most travel insurance policies do not cover travellers who get into an accident on a scooter.

If you rent a scooter, check your travel insurance policy to see if it covers scooters. Frankly, the risks associated with not being covered are probably not worth it, advised Mr. Hower.

Jake also advises travellers to take the socks offered by airlines whenever they are offered. These socks have been designed to increase blood flow so that passengers can decrease their risks of getting DVT problems.

The last tip Jake imparts is to get noise cancelling headphones for long flights.

Noise-cancelling headphones are good for a couple of reasons. One is that theyre great for watching shows on the plane. You can also keep them unplugged and put them over your ears to cut out a lot of the engine noise. Theyre actually quite good for sleeping in as well, advised Mr. Hower. Its well worth it to invest in a good pair of noise-cancelling headphones if you travel long distances once or twice a year.

Travellers looking for more tips can go to the blog at Pan Australian Travel.

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Some of the Best Australian Bank Account Offers of 2012 from Creditworld

Sydney (PRWEB) December 06, 2012

As the year draws to an end, it can be a time to think about New Years resolutions. Besides joining a gym that won’t be visited past January, it can also be worthwhile to think about finances.

One thing we often neglect is our bank account. While most people may keep the same transaction and savings accounts for years without really thinking about it, its worth checking out what each bank actually provides their customers, and comparing it to what else is on offer.

Lets take a look at some of the best new bank account offers of 2012 to see what options there are out there.

Best New Bank Account Offers

Banks are becoming more competitive within the domestic savings market. While this will have more of an effect on savings or term deposit accounts, there is most likely better deals on transaction accounts out there to enjoy.

While there are a number of banks (such as Bankwest, Westpac, St George and Bank of Melbourne) that waive fees when depositing a certain amount per month, there are some providers that also offer to maintain a bonus rate on the amount held within the account if a regular deposit is paid consistently.

One example of this is the RAMS Saver account, which offers an attractive interest rate when a deposit of at least $ 200 per month and make no withdrawals. The Westpac Reward Saver offers something similar, if at least $ 50 is deposited per month and no withdrawals are made.

Introductory offers can also be helpful to savers. NAB iSaver offers a 1.5% p.a. bonus rate for the first four months on new accounts, while Westpac eSaver offers a 1.6% bonus rate for the first three months, and Citibank Online Saver has a bonus rate of 1.6% for the first four months.

Online only accounts can save you a heap of money with the best bank account offers, as they usually enjoy lower overheads. This can also be the case with non-highstreet banks and providers as well. Check out bank account offers from providers such as UBank, RAMS, ING Direct, and Rabo Direct, to find better savings.

The ING Direct Orange Everyday account is an online transaction account that charges no everyday fees. The HSBC Serious Saver offers an introductory bonus rate, and as with many other online savings accounts, it can also be linked to other accounts, there are no fees, and no minimum balance.

Money can also be saved by linking accounts. This works well for the bank and for the customer. The customer’s money is in one place and easy to deal with, and the bank benefits from gaining another customer, so will often offer better deals to link the accounts. This can be done with the St George SENSE account, and the Bank of Melbourne SENSE account.

One of the best new bank account offers comes from Virgin Money, with the Virgin Saver savings account, which has an attractive interest rate, and even better no fees ever!

Or think about Bankwest Hero Transaction Account, which is one of the few transaction accounts that offer high interest rates (4.5% p.a. on balances up to $ 5000, as long as you deposit at least $ 2000 per month), with no fees.

So, while considering financial goals for 2013, take some time to think about what each bank account is really offering. Check out the best new bank account offers and find savings the offers for opening a new Australian bank account could be worth the 5 minutes.

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Business Travel Management Releases Video to Impart Travel Tips from Bali

Melbourne, Au (PRWEB) December 07, 2012

In its weekly video blog, Business Travel Management shares travel tips from its Managing Directors recent trip to Bali.

Bali hotels usually offer an airport assistance service where their staff will meet passengers at the arrival gate to help them get through customs, collect baggage, and get their visa more efficiently.

Regardless of the hotel you are staying in, we can arrange airport assistance for you, said Jake Hower, Managing Director of Business Travel Management.

Based on his own experience with airport assistance in Bali, the help upon arrival speed up the process considerably.

According to Hower, it took him about 10 minutes to get through the airport once he landed as opposed to the usual 45 minutes without the service.

It was well worth an extra 20 or 30 dollars per person to have that service, said Mr. Hower.

In the video, Jake also advises against riding scooters on Bali trips since most travel insurance policies do not cover travellers who get into an accident on a scooter.

We see a lot of people here who are actually on scooters. Ive got a really big issue with that because your travel insurance in most cases wont actually cover you for riding the scooter, said Mr. Hower.

For travellers who want to ride scooters on their Bali trip, Hower advises them to check their travel insurance policy to see if it covers scooters.

Some airlines also offer socks in flight. Hower advises travellers to take the socks whenever they are offered because these socks have been designed to increase blood flow so that passengers can decrease their risks of getting DVT problems.

The last tip Jake shares with viewers is to get noise cancelling headphones for long flights.

According to Hower, noise-cancelling headphones serve many useful purposes. They can be used to watch shows on the plane, to cut out engine noise, and to sleep in.

Its well worth it to invest in a good pair of noise-cancelling headphones if you travel long distance, advised Mr. Hower.

Travellers looking for more tips can go to the blog at Business Travel Management.

About Business Travel Management

Business Travel Management is a division of Pan Australian Travel Pty Ltd, which has been in operation since the late 1950s. It is 100% owned and operated by two Australian directors, Chris Daniels and Jake Hower.

Chris and Jake came up with the idea for Business Travel Management after they realized that existing travel companies did not cater well to small and medium enterprises. Meanwhile, Pan Australian Travel was already servicing an existing core of SME clients, so it already had deep expertise in this market segment.

Therefore, Chris and Jake formed Business Travel Management in 2012 to cater to SME business travelers.

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Personal Legal Services in Australia Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld

Melbourne, Australia (PRWEB) December 08, 2012

Workers, households and individuals across Australia are exposed to numerous risks. The number of incidents and transactions that occur annually that require the services of a legal practitioner is endless. While a significant contributor to industry revenue is personal injury, other significant components of the industry’s services include property law and family law matters. According to IBISWorld industry analyst Ee Jen Lee, As the demand for legal services from households pertaining to these matters are typically unaffected by economic conditions, industry revenue has not been greatly impacted by the global financial crisis. Over the five years through 2012-13, revenue for the Personal Legal Services industry in Australia is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 3.1%, to reach $ 3.11 billion in 2012-13. In 2012-13, industry revenue is forecast to grow by 2.0%.

The fiercely competitive personal injury market, among the largest of personal legal services offered, is consolidating. The Personal Legal Services industry’s largest participants have been actively acquiring practices and capitalising on their increasing brand recognition to win more customers. Others have chosen to pursue organic growth through aggressive marketing and referral business. This is occurring amidst a downward trend in the number of workplace injury incidence and motor vehicle accidents, added Lee. At the same time, many homegrown firms are seeking growth in similar legal markets overseas. Law reforms in the United Kingdom have enabled non-legal ownership of legal practices under an alternative business structure. This reform has enabled well-capitalised companies to expand operations in the country.

As the UK landscape continues to evolve over the next five years, adopting many of Australia’s legal characteristics, Australian firms are well placed to establish themselves overseas. Locally, the nation’s largest players will leverage on their roles in class actions to further raise their profile. Besides tapping into opportunities overseas, companies will be diversifying their service provision into areas such as family law to create more stable streams of revenue. At the same time, as smaller owner operators continue to be squeezed out by the industry’s largest players, many will incorporate a full service offering to cement their place in the industry. On the back of a steady demand for personal injury services, family law and conveyancing services, IBISWorld forecasts that industry revenue to continue to grow over the five years through 2017-18. For more information, visit IBISWorlds Personal Legal Services report in Australia industry page.

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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics

Legal practitioners in this industry (i.e. lawyers or attorneys) advise and represent individuals. The most significant areas of practise are in the matters of personal injury law, family law, property law, class actions, wills, probates and residential conveyancing.

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About IBISWorld Inc.



Recognised as the nations most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every Australian industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Melbourne, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organisations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com.au or call (03) 9655 3886.

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Travel Street Offers Cheap Flights from UK to Destinations throughout the World in 2013

Broadway Ealing London (PRWEB) December 13, 2012

The year 2013 will be here before we know it and Travel Street is already preparing for those wanting to take a vacation. By using Travel Street UK, traveling by plane from the UK has never been easier. Travel Street UK is preparing for 2013 by offering cheap flights from all major UK airports to worldwide destinations. With the help of Travel Street UK, in 2013, individuals can book cheap flights to Sydney from the comfort of their own home. They can also book cheap flights to Melbourne,cheap flights to Cairns and various other places.

Travel Street UK is able to guarantee the cheapest fare on the net in 2013, because they can match the price of the fare on the same airline and same flight. If for some reason they are not able to match the price, they will refund the money that guarantee is subject to conditions.

Travelstreet.co.uk is a site that was recently launched and within a short time period, they have received a large amount of satisfied customers from all over the United Kingdom. They offer holiday travel, family travel, travel insurance, hotel bookings, visa services and of course, cheap flights to destinations around the world. They are aimed at making sure their customers get the best services available on the Internet.

Travel Street UK has a team of qualified travel consultants that will make sure their customers have a great travel experience. Their missions involves making cheap flights for their customers, without canceling the safety and quality of services.

About Travel Street UK

Travel Street UK is dedicated to offering the best flight services to their customers. They are currently offering cheap flights from all of the major United Kingdom airports to destinations throughout the world.

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Carbon Dioxide Production in Australia Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld

Melbourne, Australia (PRWEB) December 14, 2012

The Carbon Dioxide Production industry has remained stable over the past five years. Low revenue volatility has been derived from its reliance on resilient downstream demand markets. The industry provides carbon dioxide to food and beverage manufacturers primarily due to its application as a food additive. Low discretionary incomes resulted in purchases of inexpensive luxuries by consumers. The industry also faced supply shortages in 2011-12 due to two major plants temporarily closing down, with soft drink manufacturers finding it difficult to source carbon dioxide in some areas. As a result, the industry grew by a compound annual rate of 1.7% over the five years through 2012-13. According to IBISWorld industry analyst Aries Nuguid, the effectiveness of the introduction of the new carbon tax is expected to be limited in 2012-13, with industry revenue expected to continue to grow by 1.6% to be worth $ 425.9 million as subsidies prevent declines.

The Carbon Dioxide Production industry has a medium level of market share concentration. The industrys major players are Air Liquide Australia Limited, BOC Limited, Orica Limited and Origin Energy Limited. Nuguid adds, conditions have not been strong enough to attract new competitors, particularly as business confidence struggled and as global conditions remained uncertain. Uncertainty over the effect and implementation of the carbon tax also resulted in entrants being cautious while barriers to entry remained high.

The outlook is improving for the Carbon Dioxide Production industry despite the introduction of the emission trading scheme by the Federal Government. In the years through 2014-15, subsidies are expected that will allow a transition so that jobs are not lost and Australian competitiveness is not excessively harmed. New technologies and initiatives are expected to be embraced by the industry as ways to increase profit margins and environmental efficiency. Downstream markets are also expected to improve as overall conditions improve.

For more information, visit IBISWorlds Carbon Dioxide Production report in Australia industry page.

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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics

Companies in this industry manufacture carbon dioxide in compressed, liquid and solid forms. Firms then supply the carbon dioxide to a diverse range of customers, including industrial, medical and specialised users.



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Regulation & Policy



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About IBISWorld Inc.



Recognised as the nations most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every Australian industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Melbourne, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organisations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com.au or call (03) 9655 3886.

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