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Customs agreement with The Netherlands enters into force
A cooperation agreement with the Kingdom of the Netherlands comes into effect from Sunday 1 October, marking a new chapter in collaboration with a key European partner. The Customs Mutual Administrative Assistance Agreement (CMAA) was signed by officials from both governments in Wellington on 10 March 2022. The agreement allows the New Zealand Customs Service ...
What do the markings on containers mean?
Ever wondered what the numbers and symbols on containers mean? The image above shows the following container features: Container Number Check Digit ISO code Max Weight including the container itself Weight of Container Max Packed Weight Max Packed Volume CSC Plate & Other Certifications Container Owner / Lease Company Notice that the container number is ...
AANZFTA Upgrade
New Zealand has upgraded its trade deal with ASEAN and Australia. It is anticipated that the upgraded Agreement will be implemented sometime in 2024 once the required number of Parties have ratified it. This upgrade will boost economic ties, cut costs and sets a framework for cooperation on sustainable and inclusive trade, a first for ...
Changes to Food Importing Rules
Back in February, New Zealand Food Safety published two new imported food notices. The Food Notice: Requirements for Registered Importers and Imported Food for Sale will replace the current Food Notice: Importing Food on 1 August 2023. These changes apply to ALL registered food importers As a registered food importer you have had the responsibility, ...
Importing or Exporting Antique Cars
Looking to import or export an antique or classic car? Method Logistics has years of expert experience shipping expensive goods when extra care is required. Check out https://methodglobal.co.nz/shipping-services/ for more information or send us an inquiry at info@methodglobal.co.nz
Fun Fact – Port of Tauranga
Here’s a fun fact about shipping in New Zealand: The city of Tauranga, located on the North Island, is home to one of the busiest and most efficient ports in the country. The Port of Tauranga is not only the largest port in New Zealand but also one of the most productive in terms of ...
Understanding Freight Forwarding Services Offered by 3PL Providers
Freight Forwarding is a critical part of the global supply chain, enabling businesses to transport goods across countries and around the world. At Method Logistics we offer freight forwarding as one of our services. In this blog post, we’ll explore what freight forwarding is and the services offered by 3PL providers. What is Freight Forwarding? ...
How to Improve your Supply Chain Management
In today’s global economy, supply chain management is more important than ever. It is a critical component of any business that involves the movement of goods from one place to another. However, managing a supply chain can be a daunting task, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that may lack the necessary resources and ...
Everything you need to know about Importing
As a small nation, New Zealand imports a significant amount of goods to meet its consumer and industry needs. Understanding the current import rates into New Zealand is essential for businesses looking to expand into the New Zealand market or import goods for personal use. Here’s an overview of the current import rates into New ...
How to Import Vehicles into New Zealand
When importing any type of vehicle into New Zealand there are three main aspects of the process you will need to think about and have sorted; these are Compliance, Transport and Customs. Compliance – Meeting NZ Road Standards When looking at importing a vehicle into New Zealand you need to use an entry ...
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