One platform for supply chain visibility and control.

Leverage real-time, credible data from a central location and make data-driven decisions.

Full cargo visibility auto-updated, regardless of forwarder.

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All your cargo and
data in one place.

Get full supply chain visibility auto-updated, regardless of forwarder.
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Take control of
your supply chain.

Make taking your next step towards efficiency and cost reduction crystal clear.
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Hit your ESG targets
with confidence.

Understand, manage and reduce your carbon footprint without any extra effort.
HOW IT WORKS

Enhanced visibility and control.

The GPS for your shipments.

Leverage real-time, credible data from a central location, arming your team with the information required for data-informed decisions. Explorate gives you full cargo visibility auto-updated, regardless of forwarder.

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Control your cargo.
Control costs.

Eliminate unexplained discrepancies between quotes and invoices. Unlock complete financial clarity with quotes, shipment charges and invoices stored side by side for confident cost control.

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Maximise profits,
minimise admin.

Skip the copy-pastes and simplify your purchase order workflow with automations and SKU level management for open and in-transit orders. Cut administrative tasks with in-app data storing, sharing and reporting made simple.

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Sustainability
made simple.

Our emissions calculator factors the weather, vessel age, type, and shipment route for market leading accuracy. View CO2 emissions on a shipment or company level. Track your emissions and offset percentage over time.

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SHIPMENT MANAGEMENT

Save your time, money and sanity.

Gone are the days of tedious spreadsheets and sub-optimization. Our combination of hands-on expert advice and innovative technology gives you the best of both worlds in simplifying your supply chain.

Forecast.

Plan ahead and make informed decisions with market-leading data and expert advice.

Track.

Drive impact with complete visibility and connectivity from PO to delivery.

Collaborate.

Streamline cross-team collaboration with anytime, anywhere data handling.

Report.

Instantly turn your data into insights with live dashboards and in-app exporting to CSV.

Supply chain visibility is good for business.
Businesses with optimized supply chains have

15%

lower supply chain costs

50%

less in inventory holdings

3X

faster cash to cash cycles

LOCAL EXPERTISE

Australian-made solutions & support.

Our rapid and continual development is steered by an entirely Australian team with all teams working collaboratively under one roof, solving Australian problems first.

This proximity ensures agile responsiveness to the unique and ever-evolving demands of our customers and the local market.

EXPLORATE FEATURES

Tech that fits your workflow.

Full cargo visibility,
regardless of forwarder.

We harness data from a global network of tracking experts to provide market leading accuracy into the location data of your cargo. Receive automated, real-time updates and make informed decisions.

Don't let your inbox
double as a filing cabinet.

Managing documents doesn't have to be another burden on your already overloaded plate. Upload, store, and search all shipping and commercial documents at a shipment level on the Explorate platform for simple and secure reporting from anywhere, anytime.

Get a handle on
inventory control.

Bridge the gap between POs and shipments with PO line-level visibility, seamlessly linking to shipment status, quotes, charges, and invoices. Connect your ERP via CSV or API integration. Skip the copy and paste and upgrade your spreadsheets.

Shipment status
updates in one click.

Effortlessly share live tracking information with your internal teams and customers. Each shipment includes a shareable dedicated URL, offering stakeholders a live map view of arrival and departure progress to simplify progress reporting.

Simplify scope 3
reporting and strategy.

Calculate the carbon cost of every shipment, including cargo moved by your other freight forwarders. Compare carrier and forwarder emissions. Taking action is easy. We have multiple certified offset and carbon trading options to align with your unique scope 3 sustainability strategy.

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Complete, accurate cargo tracking.

Monitor and report on containers from various forwarders on one dashboard, using just their container number —tailored for shippers handling various forwarders or CIF incoterms.

TESTIMONIALS

We invest in your success like it’s our own.

Giving brands a competitive edge through their supply chain is our specialty.  Don't just take our word for it, our testimonials speak volumes.

“The app saves me so much time. Instead of having to keep track of where everything is and having the documents all over the place.”

Ovira.

"Trucks always arrive within time-slot, it makes it so easy to plan our operations. Love it!!"

Beam Mobility.

“Just having the ability to look at something without having to reach out to someone and ask for a shipment is just a game changer.”

ORTC.

“Explorate's tech-forward approach to freight forwarding has allowed us to seamlessly manage our shipments.”

Merry People.

"Was very happy. Smooth transaction. The online portal is great, gives me updates when ever I need them."

Aussie Pet Doors.

"Always the best freight company and team. never any issues they cant sort out. Friendly and awesome."

NOV Australia

"For Southern Launch our supply chain partners need to be a trusted brand. The difference with Explorate is that we're not just a number, they care about what we're moving.

Southern Launch

“We are very happy with the direction Explorate is going around carbon tracking and carbon offset, which fits really well with the ethos of our business. They are genuinely doing it.”

Think Better Group

"Constantly updating status and willingness to work in with us was outstanding!  Thanks!"

ESI

"All aspects of the shipment was continuously being updated & communicated so we could keep all our stakeholders updated."

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Frequently asked questions.

What is Explorate?
Explorate has built a company dedicated to solving the world's biggest supply chain challenges.

Our solution offers the perfect synergy of cutting-edge technology and human expertise, setting a new standard for the logistics industry. Developed by seasoned logistics professionals, our platform integrates freight bookings, purchase order management, real-time shipment tracking, intuitive digital dashboards, and seamless workflow management.
What notifications can I receive?
We aim to keep you informed about your shipment's progress, so we'll send you email notifications for key milestone events. You can customise your notification preferences anytime through your Profile settings. You’ll also receive notifications of delivery times slots and be able to chat with your operator at any point.
How do you know your tracking is accurate?
Explorate's smart freight tracking feature utilises multiple global data sources to ensure accuracy and coverage from origin to last mile delivery.

Our in-app cargo tracker utilises data from our global partners, OneStop, SeaRoutes, Marine Traffic and Vizion to provide up to the minute updates.
What kind of freight analytics do you provide?
Our order management system provides comprehensive freight analytics, including data on carrier performance, shipment delays, emissions, and TEU metrics.

Our analytics are constantly updated by our purchase order software and online order management system so you can make data-driven decisions, streamline processes, improve inventory management, and enhance overall fulfillment management.
What are Explorate user roles?

Better control
Choose and manage the access given to each person interacting with the platform.
Increased security: Avoid granting unnecessary permissions to users, which can compromise security and lead to costly mistakes.
Customised experience: Your whole team can now enjoy a personalised experience while using the platform, with clear and well-defined roles. Giving each team member the correct access level, helps them accomplish their tasks more efficiently.  
Learn more about our user roles here.
How do you measure carbon emissions?
For our approach to sustainable shipping, we leverage global partnerships and our market-leading cargo tracker. By measuring carbon emissions using multiple factors, such as vessel type, engine specifications, and distance traveled, we ensure your carbon reporting is accurate and robust.
Can I track shipments from other forwarders?
Yes, you can track your sea shipments from other forwarders using the Explorate platform. For one-stop tracking convenience, all you need to provide is the container number associated with your shipment and your shipment will be visible alongside any freight moved by our in house operations team.
Can I request my own quote?
Yes! You can request a quote from our website. First, our team will make sure we're the best fit for your logistics needs. We'll make sure we have all the key information, then we'll share a custom quote including a breakdown of all charges.We value your time as much as you do.

Rest assured, our team is working swiftly on a response. If more information is required, we will be in touch.
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De-stress your supply chain.

Logistics management is never a one size fits all.  That's why we offer multiple avenues for you to discover how Explorate can support your team.

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Track a Container

Got a container on the water? No integrations required. Monitor and report on containers from various forwarders on one dashboard, using just a container number.