Cargo Restraint Systems Pty Ltd
Proudly Australian. Globally connected. Passionate about cargo safety.
Who we are
Trusted Cargo Securing Solutions —Powered by Global Innovation
At Cargo Restraint Systems, our mission is simple: to make the movement of goods across Australia and overseas safer, smarter, and fully compliant. As Cordstrap’s exclusive partner in Australia, we bring world-leading cargo protection products and solutions to local industries, backed by 60 years of global innovation and expertise.
Our story starts with our founder, Andre van Hoornaar. Born in Newcastle – Australia, Andre began his career with Cordstrap in 1998. He worked at Cordstrap’s headquarters in the Netherlands and later held leadership roles in the USA, China, and Southeast Asia. Andre developed deep expertise in cargo securing systems and witnessed firsthand how Cordstrap’s engineered cargo securing solutions were transforming logistics around the world. Motivated to bring this quality to Australia, he returned home and founded Cargo Restraint Systems Pty Ltd.
Established in 2015, we are proudly Australian-owned and operated. Our head office and main warehouse are based in Brisbane, QLD, with a second warehouse in Melbourne, VIC. This allows us to service our customers efficiently across the entire country.
Our team of cargo securing specialists supports businesses throughout Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the Pacific Islands. We deliver expert advice, world-class products, and tailored solutions that keep goods moving safely and compliantly—wherever they need to go.
Our Approach
Protection Engineering with a Local Focus
At Cargo Restraint Systems, we take a consultative, engineering-led approach to cargo securing and protection. It’s how we help Australian businesses reduce risk, stay compliant, and ship with complete confidence. Our team of cargo securing specialists brings hands-on expertise across industries and environments. We work closely with our customers to:
Understand the unique challenges of each application
Diagnose potential risks and inefficiencies
Develop tailored, creative solutions that draw from industry best practices
Provide comprehensive support—from loading plans and SOPs to compliance guidance, testing, and training
Offer ongoing service including site audits, shipment monitoring, and refresher sessions to ensure continued success
Our hands-on, solutions-driven approach has earned us the trust of some of Australia’s most respected and recognizable brands across industries like mining, logistics, manufacturing, and defense.
Why Partner with Us
Local Service. Global Standards. Unmatched Protection.
As the exclusive Cordstrap partner in Australia, we offer direct access to CTU Code-compliant, AAR-approved, and DNV-certified cargo securing solutions trusted by the world’s biggest brands. From containerized goods and bulk cargo to project logistics, we help protect every shipment—no matter the size, weight, or complexity.
We proudly support businesses across Australia in a wide range of industries, including mining, agriculture, construction, manufacturing and defense. Whether you’re shipping food products across the country or exporting heavy equipment overseas, we’re here to help you do it safely and efficiently.
Our collaboration with leading global authorities
We don’t just follow industry standards—we help shape them.
Our products and solutions are developed with leading global authorities. This ensures safety, compliance, and performance at every level. From testing to certification, our partnerships reflect our commitment to excellence. To stay ahead in an ever-changing logistics landscape, we work closely with internationally recognized organizations, including:
Association of American Railroads (AAR)
AAR is the world’s leading railroad policy, research, standard setting and technology organization. They focus on the safety and productivity of the US freight rail industry.
We partnered with AAR to test and develop our Container Solutions, which earned official AAR approval in 2016. This means our customers can export to the USA with confidence across the U.S. rail network, backed by GIS certification and trusted performance.
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
IMO is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships.
The IMO co-created the CTU Code—a benchmark we proudly align with. Cordstrap is taking the initiative by ensuring that our global cargo securing solutions comply with the CTU Code. We make sure our cargo securing solutions not only meet but exceed these standards, providing safe container transport across global seas.
Lloyd’s Register
Lloyd’s Register is a global engineering, technical and business services organisation. They operate across many industry sectors, with 9,000+ employees based in 78 countries.
Known for integrity and technical leadership, Lloyd’s Register verified that our Container Solutions are fully CTU Code compliant. Their independent assessments reinforce our dedication to quality and compliance. We are proud to confirm that Cordstrap’s Container Restraints Solutions are CTU Code compliant according to Lloyds Register.
MariTerm AB
MariTerm AB is a knowledge-based consultancy that specialises in the field of safe, rational and efficient transportation.
MariTerm lends scientific support to Cordstrap in developing solutions that are thoroughly tested and designed to the highest standards. This scientific consultancy supports our product development with technical analysis and modeling. It helps us design cargo-securing solutions based on precision, reliability, and real-world performance.
DNV
DNV is the world’s leading classification society and a recognized advisor to the maritime industry.
DNV is Cordstrap’s primary partner for product verification. DNV is a global leader in classification and certification. They regularly evaluate the mechanical properties of our products. This ensures they meet high standards of safety and durability.
Bureau Veritas
Accredited by over 60 bodies internationally, Bureau Veritas is a leader in certification of quality, health and safety and environmental management systems.
Innovation Backed by Compliance
Every Cordstrap Cargo Restraints solution is built on the foundation of technical expertise, verified performance, and global regulatory alignment. Whether securing cargo for a single shipment or designing a comprehensive logistics strategy, we’re here to protect what matters most: your people, your products, and your reputation.
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