In Australia, dangerous goods freight is a highly regulated sector, ensuring the safe handling, storage, and transportation of hazardous materials to protect public health, the environment, and the workforce. A crucial component of this regulatory framework is the Transport Emergency Response Plan (TERP), a vital tool for emergency management and response in the event of […]
A customs tariff is a tax imposed by a country’s government on imported goods. It is also known as an import duty or a customs duty. Governments use tariffs for a few reasons, including: In Australia, the Australian Border Force (ABF) is responsible for regulating customs tariffs, including managing tariff classifications and the customs rates of […]
Importing a car from Japan to Australia can be an exciting endeavour, offering access to unique models and excellent condition vehicles often at competitive prices. However, the process involves several steps and requires adherence to both Australian and Japanese regulations. This guide will walk you through the key stages of importing a car from Japan […]
Choosing between air freight and sea freight involves a careful balancing act between speed, cost, capacity, and other important factors. Understanding the differences between air and sea freight allows you to make informed choices that minimise expenses, reduce delays, and maintain a competitive edge. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into these factors to help […]
Understanding the Role of a Customs Broker A customs broker serves as a liaison between importers/exporters and government authorities, facilitating the smooth flow of goods across international borders. The Australian Customs and Border Protection Service (now known as the Australian Border Force) oversees customs regulations and compliance in Australia. Navigating this regulatory landscape can be […]
Due to system maintenance, the ABF has advised that the ICS system will be unavailable for a 6 hour period between 11.00 pm on Saturday 14th October and 5.00 am on Sunday 15th October, 2023. The ABF has advised that industry clients should make arrangements to have cargo cleared outside of these hours. If you […]
We are pleased to inform you that Clarke Global Logistics has moved to a fresh new office location conveniently located close to key transport routes in and out of the city, our warehouse and the Port of Melbourne. Building A, U3/85 Turner Street, Port Melbourne, Victoria, 3207 Thank you to all our clients and business […]
Importers, in particular those in the food industry that require inspections or surveillance, have been experiencing significant delays with biosecurity inspections by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). Victoria and New South Wales are the states mostly impacted by the high volumes of DAFF inspection requests and services. These delays are further adding […]
As our business has chosen to embrace electronic workflow and move away from paper-based files, saving trees along the way and valuable office space in ours and our clients’ workplaces, we are finding that many clients no longer require hard copies of their shipping documents for the same reasons. Moving forward Clarke Global Logistics will […]
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