Pomp And Circumstance As New Korean Trade Deal Is Signed
News came recently that Australia has finalised a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Republic of South Korea. The historic agreement was signed into official existence at a lavish ceremony in Seoul on the 8th of April. This powerhouse of Asian economic prestige is...
Importing Natural Health Supplements
Australia has some of the strictest regulations on the sale of therapeutic goods, which include vitamins, minerals and other products claiming to be natural health products which make claim to health benefits. Only Germany has tighter regulations. Generally, you can...
Don't get caught out by Parcel Post shipments
The Sydney Cricket Ground recently made history when it became the first venue in the southern hemisphere to host a Season Opener of Major League Baseball. To broadcast this historic event a customer had ordered a parabolic microphone via parcel post. The customer...
Efficient by Design: Customs Clearance that beats the deadlines.
In the competitive world of high fashion, timing is everything. That’s why when a world renowned designer arrived into Australia with couture in their possession to show at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week they called on the services of Platinum® Freight...
Overcoming challenges importing from China
The key steps to ensure a profitable business importing from China are:
Identifying your local market before you place a Chinese order;
Sourcing a range of potential suppliers;
Ensuring your supplier is reputable;
Organising your freight forwarder / postal service;
Engaging a customs broker;
Organising freight pickup from port;
Checking the quality of the goods
Delivering to your market.