Melbourne handles more containerized freight than any other Australian city through the Port of Melbourne. Its strategic "hub and spoke" layout allows 3PLs to serve as a national distribution center, reaching 80% of the Australian population within 24–48 hours by road.

Typically, Melbourne offers more competitive industrial real estate rates than Sydney. Rent per square meter in Melbourne's western suburbs is often 20% to 30% lower than in Sydney's Western Sydney Aerotropolis region, allowing for lower storage costs per pallet.

Port-centric 3PLs in areas like Port Melbourne and Altona allow businesses to strip containers immediately upon arrival. This reduces "empty-leg" trucking costs and storage fees at the wharf, accelerating the flow of goods directly into the fulfillment cycle.

Yes. Melbourne is a major hub for Australia's agricultural and food exports. The city has a high concentration of specialized 3PLs equipped with multi-temperature zones for pharmaceuticals, perishables, and dairy, primarily located in the Dandenong and Truganina corridors.