Essential information for importers: BMSB safeguarding arrangement, BMSB and Khapra Beetle risk management, Imported Food Inspection Scheme (IFIS) updated. Shipping updates: Europe, China, South-East Asia, USA.
Australia:
Patricks Terminals hit by industrial action causing Australia-wide disruptions.
Unprecedented timber pallet shortage might trigger surcharges.
UK:
Brexit causes trucking and fuel crisis
As we head into peak season, Typhoon Chanthu hits the world’s first and third busiest container ports. Operations in Shanghai and Ningbo ports have been suspended and container terminals are closed until further notice. Flights out of Shanghai Pudong, Ningbo and Hangzhou airports have also been cancelled.
In addition to Covid, the Typhoon is the latest in a long list of disruptions at China’s major export hubs.
Stink Bug season has just started. In this newsletter, you’ll learn how you can protect your cargo – and your business.
2021-22 BMSB Season commencing in September. DAWE announces reduction in goods subject to BMSB measures.
Ningbo’s Meishan Island Terminal set to reopen, 40 HIGH CUBE Surcharges for sailings from Europe, USA East Coast gridlock worsens.
Important DAWE updates: national information platform launched – biosecurity.gov.au, BMSB season 2021-22, Khapra beetle, import restrictions for aircon units and harmful refrigerants, national audit program for importers. Global Shipping update: disruptions, delays and rate increases persist.
Port Botany: disruptions and delays due to port industrial action, Yantian Port in Shenzen resumes operation, US Terminals: severe waiting times due to high volumes.
Topics in this newsletter: Shipping Update Europe and China, Terminal Updates, BMSB Season 2021-2022 – Safeguarding Program, import restrictions on AC units containing GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerants, Simplified Trade System (STS) and AU / UK Free Trade Agreement.
Important News for Importers: DAWE announces significant changes to address Khapra Beetle risk.
Other Topics in this Newsletter: BMSB and Safeguarding Arrangement Scheme, Australian Border Force update.
Important update for importers: import permits delayed, faster biosecurity clearance, ABF focus on asbestos, customs licensing due for renewal.
Khapra Beetle detected in imported goods, Customs Tariff Amendments, Australian Trusted Trader statistics, ATT update for importers and exporters, reporting compliance and Australian Border Force Intervention.
If you are importing goods to Australia you must be aware of DAWE’s latest measures due to an increase in detections of Khapra Beetle in shipping containers.
Harders Advisory participates in DAWE review of bio-security risk mitigation, Australian Trusted Trader update and benefits, Terminal update, wharfage fees increase effective March 2021.
Topics of our first 2021 Newsletter are: industry roundtable with DAWE, Australian Trusted Trader and Simplified Trade System, port congestions and disruptions, import container weight amendment fees and empty yard situation update.
Ningbo Port severely affected by Covid measures, shipments should be diverted to Shanghai immediately.
Shortage of depot staff and truck drivers causing delays and extended container detention times in Australia.
AdBlue Shortage could pull about 500,000 Diesel trucks, buses & machinery off the road in Australia.
After 31 December 2021, the following preference rule codes to claim free trade under the AANZFTA will be replaced: CTC, CTH, OTH, RVC. Importers and suppliers should use preference rule code PSR instead.
Outlook 2022: the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) will enter into force on 1st January, Khapra Beetle phase 4 and 5 measures are expected to commence. Landside Logistics: terminal update, shortage of Diesel exhaust additive.
Supply Chain Update for Asia, Europe, USA and New Zealand. Patrick Sydney announces weigh bridge fee.
Terminal Update Australia: fees and terminal charges increase, delays persist.
Shipping Update Europe, Asia, USA: port delays and latest waiting times.
Severe weather forces terminal closures in Victoria. Industrial action contributes to delays, disruptions and waiting times.
Essential information for importers: BMSB safeguarding arrangement, BMSB and Khapra Beetle risk management, Imported Food Inspection Scheme (IFIS) updated. Shipping updates: Europe, China, South-East Asia, USA.
Australia:
Patricks Terminals hit by industrial action causing Australia-wide disruptions.
Unprecedented timber pallet shortage might trigger surcharges.
UK:
Brexit causes trucking and fuel crisis
As we head into peak season, Typhoon Chanthu hits the world’s first and third busiest container ports. Operations in Shanghai and Ningbo ports have been suspended and container terminals are closed until further notice. Flights out of Shanghai Pudong, Ningbo and Hangzhou airports have also been cancelled.
In addition to Covid, the Typhoon is the latest in a long list of disruptions at China’s major export hubs.
Stink Bug season has just started. In this newsletter, you’ll learn how you can protect your cargo – and your business.
2021-22 BMSB Season commencing in September. DAWE announces reduction in goods subject to BMSB measures.
Ningbo’s Meishan Island Terminal set to reopen, 40 HIGH CUBE Surcharges for sailings from Europe, USA East Coast gridlock worsens.
Important DAWE updates: national information platform launched – biosecurity.gov.au, BMSB season 2021-22, Khapra beetle, import restrictions for aircon units and harmful refrigerants, national audit program for importers. Global Shipping update: disruptions, delays and rate increases persist.
Port Botany: disruptions and delays due to port industrial action, Yantian Port in Shenzen resumes operation, US Terminals: severe waiting times due to high volumes.
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