DB Logistics Group Pty Ltd

09/11/2021

We've had a few few questions regarding Port Charges for Containers, so following on from our earlier post here's answers to two more of those questions.

PORT STORAGE:
Is a charge levied by the port for the prolonged stay of a container at port after expiry of free days.. This may be charged for a full container that is uncleared (imports) or a full container yet to be shipped (exports) or for an empty container sitting in the port..

Different ports/terminals offer different days free of storage (free days) and this needs to be closely monitored as port charges could run into very heavy amounts..

Port storage may also happen for containers that were short shipped (for example a vessel terminates its operations and sails before schedule) or transhipment containers that have been sitting at the port for long awaiting a transhipment vessel.

LIFT ON/LIFT OFF
Charge that may be levied by the port for additional handling done for containers that have already been received in the port for export or required to be moved to an area for inspection for imports etc.

But wait..... there's more. Check back this week where we'll have more answers to commonly asked or not so commonly asked, but important questions if you're an importer or exporter.

07/11/2021

We've had a few few questions regarding Port Charges for Containers, so today here's answers to two of those questions.

Port Charges for Containers | The almost Unavoidable Fees:

Goods dues:
Dues on goods are put on all the goods that get loaded or unloaded from a vessel. They are also added to goods that are transferred between ships.

The rates on these charges vary from port to port/ terminal to terminal. But they are usually calculated depending on the weight, volume, or number of the goods. The goods dues can also be set based on the nature of the cargo.

Take for instance liquids and dry cargo. These goods might be charged based on the volume. Where palletised goods, on the other hand, might be charged based on the weight.

These charges are paid by the customer – not the shipping line.

Terminal handling charge:
The terminal handling charge (THC) is another port charge for containers that you can’t get around. The THC is a fee for loading and discharging containers off vessels.

Both the ports where the cargo is loaded and discharged charge the terminal handling fees.

If a container is transhipped, then the port where that takes place also charges THC. In this case, the terminal handling charge will be paid by the shipping line directly. That is often not the case with THC at the loading and discharging ports.

These are just 2, but there are more, so check back this week where we'll answer some more.... we don't want you to suffer from information overload 😀

26/10/2021

11/10/2021

NSW is back in business!!

We still have a little way to go to reach our full vaccination target, but we're nearly there, so let's all get on board so we can stay open and find our way out of the darkness that has been the last 3+ months and into the light.

And wherever you can, support small business as they are the ones who have been hurting the most, the mum's & dad's who put their hearts & souls into the future of Australia.

Now get out there and enjoy your long awaited and well deserved freedom 😁

02/10/2021

We are a little bit proud to announce our win.

Our customers have and always will be our 1st priority and we're here for you 24 hours a day 7 days a week....

Corporate Vision has finalised the results of the Small Business Awards 2021 and DB Logistics Group Pty Ltd has been named one of our illustrious victors. As a reminder DB Logistics Group Pty Ltd has been presented with the following:

Best Global Freight Forwarding & Logistics Company - Australia

This truly represents all of your hard work and dedication paying off. Our merit led selection process narrows down nominees in order to seek out exclusively the very best that the Small Business industry has to offer on a global scale.

Congratulations again on your success, and I hope the news of your win is well-received. I am available to assist in anyway if you have any questions or need any assistance.

With kindest regards,

Gabrielle Ellis - Awards Executive - Corporate Vision

02/10/2021

We are a little bit proud to announce our win....

We pride ourselves on our customer service and that fact that we are available 24/7, 7 days a week. Our customers are our number one priority and have been for the last 21 years.

Corporate Vision has finalised the results of the Small Business Awards 2021 and DB Logistics Group Pty Ltd has been named one of our illustrious victors. DB Logistics Group Pty Ltd has been presented with the following:

Best Global Freight Forwarding & Logistics Company - Australia

This truly represents all of your hard work and dedication paying off. Our merit led selection process narrows down nominees in order to seek out exclusively the very best that the Small Business industry has to offer on a global scale.

Congratulations again on your success, and I hope the news of your win is well-received. I am available to assist in anyway if you have any questions or need any assistance.

With kindest regards,

Gabrielle Ellis - Awards Executive - Corporate Vision

DB Logistics Group is a 100% accessible, Australian owned company offering tailored logistics solutions to suit your needs. Call us in Bonnet Bay for more.

23/09/2021

Why do I need a Customs Broker / Freight Forwarder? -

Most new importers make the mistake of thinking they can do it themselves. The problem is that without having the necessary experience in dealing with suppliers, quality control, freight forwarders, customs, import duty, and just about every other step in the journey – you can’t know if you’re doing it right.

We've been in the business for over 42 years & running our own small company for the last 21, so we've seen & heard all the horror stories of trying to do it yourself. We like to say that we are a 'boutique' company, we pride ourselves on putting the customer first and are contactable 7 days a week.

If you're new to the importing world and confused about all the rules and regulations, give us a call or email us and we'll do what we can to help.

www.dblogsol.com.au

DB Logistics Group is a 100% accessible, Australian owned company offering tailored logistics solutions to suit your needs. Call us in Bonnet Bay for more.

21/09/2021

Wondering why the cost of consumer products have risen in the last few months, here's why:

The cost of freight has now reached extreme levels. Brokers have told Insurance Business that their clients are losing profit margins just paying extra freight costs, or “COVID Tax” as one called it.

“It’s a perfect storm and it’s an example in some ways of globalization. You have a unique situation with these COVID related impacts all around the world,” said Daniel Morrison, national cargo product manager for transport and logistics insurer NTI.

The situation is unique because a world pandemic has intersected with peak Christmas shipping season. From September until Christmas, companies all over the world are rushing to fill their stores with stock. So, there’s an extreme shortage of space on ships and a lack of containers.

The United States and China are the world’s biggest players in the shipping market. However, Australia’s importers and exporters could usually rely on getting their fair share of containers and shipping space. Not anymore.

“There’s a lot of congestion at major ports at the moment due to COVID. Some of the bigger ports in China have been shut down which causes delays and congestion for the vessels going in and out,” said Morrison.

“When things slow down, one impact is on the containers that are used to move goods around the world. They’re not as easily available. So they’re sitting on a ship, or sitting in a port somewhere or they’re still at the Chinese factory waiting for a truck to come and get them,” he said.

However, Morrison said this only partly explains the current port congestion in the US.

“A lot of that is from changing buyer behaviour. There’s a lot more online purchases, there’s a lot more smaller packages and higher volumes being purchased. So, there’s a greater need for goods to be taken to the US,” said Morrison.

He said the sheer size of the US market and their demand for goods enables American companies to spend more money on containers and shipping space. So Chinese companies are prepared to prioritize directing goods and containers in the direction of the US.

“So slower vessels going in and out of China, higher demand in the US and it’s peak Christmas supplying season. So it’s this combination of impacts,” said Morrison.

For anyone in Australia importing or exporting goods that means higher prices for containers and less availability on vessels.

“A lot of agricultural goods and a lot of food and those sorts of things get exported from Australia and if you can’t get a container to put your goods into it becomes harder to get your goods to your buyer,” said Morrison.

He said Australian companies that sell goods months before they ship them are particularly vulnerable in the current situation of rapidly rising freight costs.

“For example, it might have been agreed to purchase back in January. So you sell your goods and you say, ‘Yes I’ll get them to you in China or the USA for $100,000, no problem.’”

But when you’re ready to ship, said Morrison, your freight cost might have gone up from $1,000 to $4,000.

“So I don’t know if you’d call it the COVID tax being added, but people are paying more to get a container. People take advantage. They can charge more so they will charge more,” said Morrison.

19/09/2021

Enjoy your Monday...... it's only 4 more days till the weekend 😁

05/09/2021

Proudly supporting all entrepreneurs in advising how shipping & Customs works - Aussie Online Entrepreneurs. An informative evening for all concerned - on both sides. Thanks Neil Asher for the invite.

27/08/2021

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In the industry for 42 years & proud business owner of dB Logistics Group for 21, we can answer any questions / queries you have.

Our mission has and always will be to put our customers first. What sets us apart from the larger companies is that we are available 24/7 7 days a week - even Christmas Day 😄... that alone should tell you how committed we are to you.

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