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Middle East Conflict: What It Means for Australian Importers and Supply Chains

The escalation of conflict in the Middle East is rapidly reshaping global shipping dynamics, and while geographically distant, Australia is already feeling the effects across freight, insurance, and supply chain reliability. Read our latest Shipping News Publication here    Recommended Actions for Importers and Exporters: Confirm insurance coverage (specifically war risk clauses) Seek written confirmation […]

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Cargo War Risks Are Back on the Table – And Your Policy Might Not Respond

The recent escalation in global conflicts, particularly in the Middle East, has pushed cargo war risk back into focus for Australian importers and exporters. Read our latest Shipping News Publication here    Below is a generalised diagram that shows exclusions zones as per JCC Global Cargo Watchlist. Insurance providers have already cancelled standard War and

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Sending Parcels in 2026 from Australia – Delivery Changes for the US, Thailand, New Zealand and the EU

International shipping requirements are continuing to evolve, and several significant regulatory changes will affect parcels sent from Australia to the United States, Thailand, New Zealand and the European Union from 2026 onward. Businesses and individuals sending goods internationally should be aware of these changes to avoid delays, additional costs, or rejected shipments. These changes represent

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President Trump and ‘Liberation Day’ Eye-Opening Insights

Announced on Liberation Day the Trump Administration ‘American First’ Trade Policy has intensified with the highly anticipated imposition of broad-based country specific reciprocal tariffs, including a 10% tariff on Australian originating imports into the United States (US). They apply from 5 April 2025. However, certain countries listed on Annex I to the Executive Order will

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Shipping and Cyclone Alfred QLD – Update 4th March 2025

Current Update – 04/03/2025 With the current Trpoical Cyclone Alfred threat to Port Operations in Brisbane, Australia, we would like to inform all importers of the following changes in vessel routings: Currently the following vessels are now omitting Brisbane: DELOS WAVE MSC MANU MSC DARWIN KOTA LUMAYAN SANTA VANESSA (will return later possibly)   Maritime

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