Dramatic rise in export air cargo from USA
Importers are seeking ways to keep stock levels at a necessary level relying on air cargo as an alternative to ocean freight.
New anti-Khapra measures to be imposed imminently on shipping containers
Any ocean shipping containers that are subject to the new rules, but which have not been treated offshore by 12th April, 2021, will be exported upon arrival in Australia.
Multiple Challenges fronting USA cargo movements
There is little sign that the congestion is easing, indications from shipping line executives is that the congestion will continue until at least the 3rd quarter 2021.
We have moved to a bigger warehouse!
After months of planning and preparation, Southern Cross Cargo is relocating to Unit 4, 24-26 Ellerslie Road, Meadowbrook.
Shipping lines to remove Sydney Port congestion surcharge
Hamburg Sud and Maersk released statements advising they will be removing the Sydney Port surcharge from March 15th, 2021.
Managing your stock levels through global shipping challenges
To sit still and wait for some clear waters is not an option, as detailed, rates, space and production lead times are expected to be problematic throughout 2021.
Illegal Logging Due Diligence
The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources (DAWR) Fact Sheets on the importers responsibilities and due diligence for illegally logged timber.
VICT – Industrial Action
Victoria International Container Terminal will be launching an aggressive industrial campaign against the terminal operator with a series of work-bans and stoppages commencing this Friday.
Khapra beetle actions for sea containers
The Department of Agriculture is introducing new offshore treatment for khapra beetle. Khapra beetles are hosted by a range of plant products and is a highly invasive pest that poses a major threat to Australia’s grains industry.