Incoterms or International Commercial Terms are a series of pre-defined commercial terms published by and is a registered trademark of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) widely used in international commercial transactions. Incoterms are a series of three-letter acronyms related to common sales practices, and are intended primarily to clearly communicate the tasks, costs and risks associated with the transportation and delivery of goods. The […]
The following post was prepared by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers for FTA is re-posted from the FTA website. Legislation has been introduced into parliament seeking changes to the tariff concessions (TCO) system to make it easier for local manufacturers to oppose TCO applications. The proposed changes would enable a local manufacturer to oppose a TCO without […]
Australia has one of the most stringent and highly regulated customs clearance and quarantine procedures anywhere. While nobody enjoys getting one of their freight shipments sidelined by customs, it can also result in frustrating (and costly) delays, especially if the goods awaiting customs clearance are meant to be sold at retail. Not only that, but […]
The following information has been provided by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) concerning the industry consultation on Marine Order 42. “New Draft Marine Order 42” (Carriage, stowage and securing of cargoes and containers) 2016 is open for consultation until 30 April 2016. Background: The current Marine Order 42 deals with carriage, stowage and securing […]
A SOLAS / VGM FAQs document has been compiled by TT Club in collaboration with World Shipping Council, Global Shippers’ Forum and ICHCA International in response to the many questions that have been raised by the industry in relation to the revised SOLAS / VGM regulation. The amendments to this regulation have substantial impact on practices of parties in the […]
From July 1 2016 the International Maritime Organization (IMO) will enforce the amendments to the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS/VGM) Convention that require a packed container’s gross mass to be verified prior to stowage aboard a ship. From this date, the new regulations, effective as global law, prohibits loading of a packed container in absence […]
<< An investigation on behalf of several clients impacted by the Bangladesh air cargo prohibition has enabled us to develop a few alternative solutions that work. Please get in touch with us on 1300651 888 if we can help you too. >> AFIF has received the following advice from the Office of Transport Security division of […]
Christmas probably seems all encompassing right now, but Chinese New Year (CNY) in 2016 will be upon us before we know it. Next year the Chinese holiday for Chinese New Year is from 7 Feb to 13 Feb, 2016 (week 6). To minimise the rush and avoid potential disappointment in the movement of your freight […]
After much speculation, we have received confirmation originating from the office of The Hon Andrew Robb AO MP – Minister for Trade and Investment, that final notes were being exchanged yesterday (9 December 2015) and ChAFTA is set to enter into force on 20 December 2015. A couple of key points to note include: Certificates of Origin […]
The United Nations’ International Maritime Organization (IMO) has decided to make compulsory the container weight verification or the gross mass (weight) of loaded containers before their sea transportation, effective 1 July 2016. The purpose of the regulation is to ensure the safety of the ship, workers both aboard ships and ashore, the cargo and overall […]
Now that the Federal Opposition Leader Bill Shorten says he has reached a compromise with the Government and will now support the Chinese Free Trade Agreement it is worth going over a few of the key points as we see them. A COUPLE OF KEY POINTS AS WE SEE THEM: Hong Kong is not part […]
Over the last 19 years Magellan has built its reputation on handling large volumes of import cargo into Australia for our customers across a variety of industries, but especially fashion, textiles and other retail. What you may not be aware of is that exports is also central to our offer (and growing). Our exports team […]
