Practical Steps NUSS Is Taking
Sustainability in the removals industry does not come from one initiative.
Packing materials, transport, storage, freight and the amount of household goods being moved can all contribute to the overall environmental footprint.
These are practical measures currently relevant to how NUSS operates.
Packing Materials Chosen for Protection and Waste Reduction
NUSS uses both paper-based and plastic packing materials to protect belongings during international moves. Materials are selected to suit the items being packed and the protection they need throughout handling, freight and delivery.
Our approach includes recyclable materials where suitable, while recognising that plastics remain part of the packing process. After your move, ask your consultant which materials can be reused or recycled, and check the collection options available in your area.
Consolidated Interstate Transport
NUSS offers dedicated and consolidated interstate services. Consolidated moves allow compatible consignments to share available transport capacity. Your consultant assesses the route, shipment volume and timing before recommending an option. A dedicated service may be more suitable for some moves; the choice depends on the practical requirements of your relocation.
Planning the Move Before Packing Begins
A home or video survey establishes your shipment volume, packing needs, access and storage requirements before a quotation is prepared. It also gives you time to decide what should move. Sell, donate or responsibly recycle unwanted belongings before packing to reduce the amount that needs materials, handling and transport.
Sustainability Is an Ongoing Process
NUSS continues to review practical ways to reduce waste across packing, transport and move planning. This includes using suitable recyclable packing materials and offering consolidated interstate transport where it meets the shipment’s requirements.
Each improvement needs to work alongside the protection of your belongings and the practical demands of your move.
How to Reduce Waste From Your Move
A little preparation can reduce how much needs to be packed, transported and discarded. Start with what you need to move, then discuss suitable packing and storage options with your consultant.
Declutter Before Packing Begins
Before your survey, review furniture, clothing and stored belongings to decide what you still need. Sell, donate or responsibly recycle suitable unwanted items before packing begins. Reducing the volume you move also reduces the amount that needs to be wrapped, handled and transported to your new home.
Decide What Should Travel and What Should Stay
Consider what will fit your new home and what you will need immediately. If you are downsizing or moving into temporary accommodation, storage may help bridge the gap. NUSS can discuss managed storage at Lane Cove and destination storage arrangements where required as part of your move.
Reuse Suitable Materials Where Appropriate
Clean, sturdy cartons may be suitable for reuse when packing everyday belongings. Fragile or valuable items may need specialist materials and techniques. Discuss your packing plans with NUSS before you begin, and check the insurance conditions that apply to owner-packed goods before deciding what to pack yourself.
Recycle Packing Materials After the Move
Separate packing materials for recycling only where your local service accepts them. Paper, cardboard and plastic products can have different collection requirements, and recycled content does not automatically mean an item is recyclable. Ask your consultant about any available reuse or return options for the materials supplied.
Choose the Transport Service That Fits the Move
For an interstate relocation, your NUSS consultant can explain whether a dedicated or consolidated service better suits your shipment, route and timing. The choice should be based on the practical requirements of the move rather than sustainability alone.
Practical Improvements, Clearly Explained
NUSS focuses on improvements we can explain and support: choosing suitable packing materials, planning shipment volumes carefully and offering consolidated transport where appropriate.
Paper and plastic materials both remain part of our packing process, and recycling options vary by location. We aim to give customers clear information about these choices while continuing to improve how we pack, handle and transport their belongings.
Move With a Company That Takes Responsibility Seriously
A home or video survey gives NUSS the opportunity to understand what needs to be moved, identify packing and storage requirements and discuss the transport options available for your relocation.
Arrange a free survey to discuss the practical requirements of your move with a NUSS consultant.