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Two Major Drug Seizures at NZ Borders
Customs officers at Auckland International Airport have intercepted two significant drug smuggling attempts: A 23-year-old woman was caught smuggling 15.1kg of methamphetamine from Canada in vacuum-sealed packages, while a 29-year-old foreign national was sentenced to nearly six years in prison for attempting to bring 25.7kg of MDMA into New Zealand. These cases highlight the critical ...
Meet the Japan Speed Pack Team
Meet the Japan Speed Pack New Zealand team, Nathan, Yoshi and Masami! Today we’re celebrating our biggest shipment of the year, delivering from Christchurch to Japan. Well done Masami and Yoshi! 
Japan Speed Pack can help you send personal items, souvenirs, food items (including wine and honey), and commercial shipments. 私たちは ジャパン・スピードパック ニュージーランドチームの Masami、Yoshi、Nathan ...
Isuzu Vehicle Import and Transport
Every day in logistics feels like Christmas! 
Watch as we unwrap this Isuzu vehicle, handling every step with precision to get it road-ready for our client. On time, every time. 
Hazardous Substances Compliance Deadline 30 April, 2025
Important Changes to Hazardous Substances Labelling, SDS, and Packaging – Deadline Approaching 
By 30 April 2025, importers, manufacturers, and suppliers of hazardous substances in New Zealand must fully comply with updated rules on labelling, safety data sheets (SDS), and packaging. These changes, introduced by the EPA in 2021, align with the 7th edition of ...
Managing Alcohol Excise Tax Just Got Easier
Customs has introduced a new Alcohol Excise Duty Estimator on their website. This innovative tool provides a convenient way for alcohol excise clients to calculate excise duty, alcohol levy, and GST for products made in New Zealand for the local market. Excise Duty Estimator on Customs Website
Sailing Cargo Ships Entering Freight Market
Grain de Sail is set to launch a 109-meter pure sailing vessel designed to transport up to 200 TEUs and 3,000 metric tons of cargo. The ship, equipped with three masts supporting 4,000 square meters of sails, is expected to achieve a remarkable decarbonization rate of over 90%. With a maximum air draft of 62.5 ...
Keeping Supply Chains Running Smoothly – Demurrage vs. Detention
Understanding Key Logistics Terms: Avoid Costly Delays and Keep Your Supply Chain Running Smoothly Shipping can be complex, but understanding a few key terms can make it much easier. At Method Global, we take care of the logistics, so you can focus on growing your business. Here are two important shipping terms that make this ...
Importing SPF Products? Stay Compliant!
Sunscreen Product Safety Standard: What You Need to Know In New Zealand, all manufacturers, importers, and suppliers of sunscreen products must comply with the mandatory safety standard AS/NZ 2604:2012 Sunscreen Products – Evaluation and Classification (the Safety Standard). This standard ensures that sunscreen products are independently tested and meet specific requirements before they can be ...
Ocean Freight Container Sizes & Types
If your business is growing and you’re shipping larger quantities than are appropriate for LCL (less than container load) shipments, you’ll be looking to move to FCL (full container load) shipping. We’ll match each of your shipments to the container type and size that will fit your needs best to provide the lowest freight pricing ...
Global Shipping Rates Nearly Doubled
An article from New Zealand Foreign Affairs and Trade reports that global shipping rates have nearly doubled since late April. If these trade costs continue to escalate, they could further strain Kiwi consumers and businesses already dealing with tough economic conditions. https://www.mfat.govt.nz/en/trade/mfat-market-reports/global-shipping-costs-are-rising-once-again-july-2024 Contact Method Logistics for up-to-date pricing and reliable shipping solutions!