Importers are urged to be vigilant with import regulations and ensure that all goods presented for shipping are compliant, after reports that a number of vessels with cargo originating from China, Japan and Korea have been delayed due to Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) detections. It was reported by car and truck carrier, Armacup, that […]
At 325 metres long, weighing over 105,000 tonnes and with the capacity to carry over 8,000 containers at a time, the OOCL Seoul is the largest freight ship ever to arrive at Port of Melbourne. Guided by 3 tug boats, it churned up a fair amount of sediment as it turned to position itself beside […]
If you are in the business of selling goods, you are investing in your business every time you transport these goods, whether it is airfreight or ocean freight and export or import. It is important to protect your business investment and absolutely critical to have insurance otherwise you could pay heavily for it, if it […]
The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) can wipe out entire crops of fruits and vegetables and has the potential to severely impact our agricultural industries. These pests can enter vehicles, homes and factories in large numbers during autumn months, looking for places to shelter over winter. Their secretions can be a skin allergen and their […]
In adverse weather conditions on Friday, 83 containers out of a total 2, 252 containers on board, were toppled off the Libyan registered container ship, YM Efficiency (one of the Yang Ming fleet) after it rolled and pitched heavily in rough seas about 50 kilometers off the NSW Central Coast. It was on its way […]
Further clarification has been provided by the ATO on the changes that are affecting low value imports commencing 1st July, 2018, details of which were notified in our March news item here. Currently the threshold for the collection of Duty and GST on low value imports is based on a threshold of freight on board […]
Recently, it was reported that eight Maserati cars arrived here from London for a 7 day motoring tour that started at Torquay last Tuesday, and drove along the Great Ocean Road to Sydney. Six of the eight cars shipped to Australia were not able to partake in the rally and were held back in a […]
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is removing the current exemption of GST on imported goods that are under $1,000 and from 1st July 2018, will charge GST to retail sales of low value goods (under $1,000) imported to Australia, when purchased by consumers. For these low value goods, GST will be collected through the sale, […]
Importing goods into Australia is a great way to expand your product offering or to obtain parts if you cannot find a local manufacturer. It is vitally important to be aware of the regulations, costs and any risks or challenges that may be involved, which may seem daunting but with the right help, it can […]
Clarke Global Logistics is proud to announce that it has been conferred ongoing Australian Trusted Trader status by the Australian Government’s Department of Immigration and Border Protection. This means that it has been assessed, inspected and recognised as an international trading business with a secure supply chain and compliant trade practices. The Australian Trusted Trader […]
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