Markets and trade
Barter network
Trade goods and services between park units without cash changing hands.
Ask about this serviceMany park units buy from and sell to each other. The UNITIF barter network lets members exchange products, services and spare capacity on a credit basis, saving working capital.
Who it’s for
Park members with spare capacity, surplus stock or regular inter-unit purchases.
What you get
- Member-to-member trade on barter credits
- Use spare machine time or stock to pay for what you need
- Transparent ledger of credits for every member
- Helps conserve cash for wages and raw materials
How it works
Step 1
Join the network and list what you can offer
Step 2
Trade goods, services or machine time with other members
Step 3
Credits are recorded in a shared ledger
Step 4
Use your credits to buy from any member
Key benefits
Save cash
Pay for some needs with your products or capacity.
Use idle capacity
Turn spare machine hours and surplus stock into value.
Stronger park community
More business between neighbouring units.
Common questions
Is barter trade taxable?
Barter transactions have tax and GST implications. The network records values so you can account for them correctly with your accountant.
Who can join?
Units within UNITIF parks and approved members.