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Posted: 14/08/2008
Polynesia 383N is expected to arrive in Long Beach Wednesday, August 13, 2008 10:00 pm. Upon completion of cargo discharge, the vessel will undergo necessary repairs and is expected to return to service thereafter. The tentative schedule for the next voyage is as follows:
Click here to see the documentPosted: 11/08/2008
Shanghai Port is the second largest container port in the world with a throughput of 26,150,000 TEUs in 2007, and this number is set to exceed 30 million this year after 16 new international shipping routes were added. In terms of freight traffic, Shanghai Pudong International Airport is the fourth busiest in the world, handling nearly 2,500,000 metric tons in 2007.
Posted: 11/08/2008
REFERENCE POLYNESIA VOYAGE 383N/384S
We regret to advise the Polynesia has sustained rudder damage enroute
To Long Beach, Ca. The vessel is being escorted in to the Port of Long
Beach where repairs will take place.
At this stage we can advise this is resulting in a minimum 6 day day delay.
We are investigating all options to expedite cargo movement.
Updates will be sent out when further details are available.
Hamburg Sud
Posted: 09/08/2008
Further to our previous announcement made on the 14 June, 2008, Maersk Line wishes to inform you that on the Asia – New Zealand trade lanes a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) of US $150 per TEU will become effective 1 September, 2008. This PSS will be applicable for all customers shipping from the following countries in Asia to New Zealand:
Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Brunei, Myanmar, The Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Japan and Korea.
This PSS is a reflection of the significant extra costs related to operating during the peak period. Our vessel utilisation levels will be monitored during the application period of the PSS. When traffic has returned to sustainable levels on affected trades the requirement for such a surcharge will be reviewed.
We appreciate your understanding of the circumstances and the necessity for us to take this measure. Please rest assured that Maersk Line will keep our customers duly updated on any changes during this period. If you have any further questions please contact your local Sales or Customer Service representative.
Maersk Line
Posted: 09/08/2008
Swire Shipping – Westabout Round the World (Bank Line) would like to advise all valued customers of an increase to the BAF level for all cargo from New Zealand to Pacific Islands and Papua New Guinea
The increase will be 4.5%, which brings the new BAF level to: 52.5%
This BAF will come into effect from: Gazellebank v 0226N
For further information please do not hesitate to contact your local Swire Shipping representative
Posted: 09/08/2008
The inaugural call of the Southern Tiare to Santo and Port Vila southbound from Fiji has had to be delayed by approximately six days, due to the storm damage suffered by our other vessel the Southern Pasifika.
The Southern Tiare is being diverted to Wallis and Futuna islands to deliver urgent cargoes, and will then return to Suva to load for Santo and Vila.
The following will be the Southern Tiare V068 updated schedule:
Suva: 04/08
Funafuti: 08/08
Suva: 12/08
Wallis: 15/08
Futuna: 16/08
Suva: 18/08
Santo: 22/08
Pt Vila: 23/08
Auckland: 30/08
We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused, and appreciate your patience and understandin
Posted: 09/08/2008
COSCO (New Zealand) Ltd would like to advise our valued customers of the forthcoming adjustment in our Bunker Adjustment Factor.
The revised Bunker Adjustment Factor is applicable to all southbound shipments to New Zealand (except those from Europe & Mediterranean origins) and to all northbound shipments from New Zealand to all destinations with Bills Of Lading dated 1st September 2008 onwards.
US$775.00 per 20’ Container
US$1550.00 per 40’ Container
Should you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact your local Customer Service or Sales & Marketing team on 0800 22 88 88.
Many thanks for your continued support.
Posted: 06/08/2008
Maersk BAF increase from 1st of September 2008 ex Australia & NZ to Noumea.
Click here to download the PDF documentPosted: 06/08/2008
From 03-09-08, our surcharge tax in US $ on dangerous goods for exports from New Zealand to Pacific Islands will be revised as follows :
Posted: 04/08/2008
We are all aware of the storms that passed over New Zealand last week and the damage they caused both on land and to some vessels
The Southern Pasifika departed from Auckland on 28th July and headed north for Noumea and subsequently through the storm. Enroute she suffered some water damage to the electrics that control the Bow Thruster and the Anchor Windlass. Because of the remote nature of some of the ports we visit and lack of tugs we cannot get alongside without a Bow thruster so urgent repairs are required. The vessel has discharged cargo in Noumea and sailed for Pt Vila where she is currently waiting for a berth.
The Owners are currently making an assessment of the damage, the time it will take to repair the vessel and if the repairs can be carried out in the islands or back here in NZ
Regardless there will be a delay to the schedule. Please accept our apologies for this disruption which is beyond our control and once we know more details we will advise you.
Posted: 30/07/2008
Download the documentPosted: 27/07/2008
Since our last review just two months ago the Global Fuel price has risen by an unprecedented US$26 per barrel
This in turn results in a 20% increase in our fuel costs even taking into account the slight easing of oil prices in the latter part of this week.
Because of this significant increase in our operating costs we regret to advise we have to adjust our BAF to reflect this considerable cost increase .
We wish to advise the BAF to/from New Zealand to Noumea, Pt Vila, Wallis and Futuna and Funafuti will increase by 5% as follows.
| To/From | Vessel | Increased BAF level |
| Noumea | Sthn Pasifika V157 | 53.9% |
| Pt Vila | Sthn Pasifika V157 | 53.9% |
| Walllis and Futuna | Sthn Pasifika V157 | 52.5% |
| Funafuti | Sthn Tiare V69 | 51.3% |
Due to the present volatility of fuel we are no longer able to provide a full 30 days notice. In the future we will provide a minimum 14 days notice . Should Oil prices reduce and BAF moves down then the same 14 day notice will apply .
Should you have any queries or require further information please contact your nearest Pacific Direct Line agent
Pacific Direct Line
Posted: 27/07/2008
Since our last review just two months ago the Global Fuel price has risen by an unprecedented US$26 per barrel
This in turn results in a 20% increase in our fuel costs even taking into account the slight easing of oil prices in the latter part of this week.
Because of this significant increase in our operating costs we regret to advise we have to adjust our BAF to reflect this considerable cost increase .
We wish to advise the BAF to/from New Zealand to Tonga, Samoa and American Samoa will increase by 5% as follows.
| To/From | Vessel | Increased BAF level |
| Nuku’alofa, | Sthn Lily V 207 | 53.9% |
| Apia | Sthn Lily V 207 | 53.9% |
| PagoPago | Sthn Lily v 207 | 53.9% |
Due to the present volatility of fuel we are no longer able to provide a full 30 days notice. In the future we will provide a minimum 14 days notice . Should Oil prices reduce and BAF moves down then the same 14 day notice will apply .
Should you have any queries or require further information please contact your nearest Pacific Direct Line agent
Pacific Direct Line
Posted: 27/07/2008
We wish to advise shippers that the recent review of bunker rates has triggered an increase in the BAF from New Zealand to Fiji
As from 25th August 2008 BAF level will be
Ex New Zealand to Fiji: 30.02%
The first vessels affected by this change are .
Southern Pasifika v157
Capitaine Wallis V 0224
Should you have any queries or require further information please contact your nearest Pacific Direct Line agent
Pacific Direct Line
Posted: 25/07/2008
Since our last review just two months ago, global fuel prices have risen by an unprecedented USD26 per barrel. This in turn results in a +20% increase in our fuel costs, even after taking into account the easing of oil prices towards the later part of last week.
Because of this significant increase in our operating costs, we are left with no viable option but to adjust our BAF to reflect this considerable cost change.
We have now completed a review of our northbound BAF, from New Zealand to the various destinations we service and accordingly wish to advise that effective from 06 August 2008, the BAF will be increasing by +5%, from +47.5% to:
BAF +52.5%
The new BAF will come into affect from the following vessel/voyages: -
To: New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands & Vanuatu
- Sofrana Surville V144 loading NZL: 08-10 August 2008
- Southern Pasifika V157 loading Akl :14 August 2008
To: Wallis & Futuna
- Southern Pasifika V157 loading Akl: 14 August 2008
Due to the present price volatility of fuel, we are no longer in a position to provide a full 30 days notice and have reduced the notice period to providing a minimum of 14 days notice.
Should you have any queries or require additional information please contact your local Sofrana agent.
Sofrana Unilines NZ Ltd
Posted: 25/07/2008
Since our last review just two months ago, global fuel prices have risen by an unprecedented USD26 per barrel. This in turn results in a +20% increase in our fuel costs, even after taking into account the easing of oil prices towards the later part of last week.
Because of this significant increase in our operating costs, we are left with no viable option but to adjust our BAF to reflect this considerable cost change.
We have now completed a review of our BAF, from New Zealand to Tonga & the Samoa’s and wish to advise that effective from early August 2008, loading Auckland, the BAF will be increasing by +5% to:
BAF +53.9%
The new BAF will come into affect from the following vessel/voyage: -
To/from: Tonga and Samoa’s
Southern Liliy V207 loading Akl: 08 August 2008
Due to the present price volatility of fuel, we are no longer in a position to provide a full 30 days notice and have reduced the notice period to providing a minimum of 14 days notice.
Should you have any queries or require additional information please contact your local Sofrana agent.
Sofrana Unilines NZ Ltd
Posted: 23/07/2008
Posted: 23/07/2008
The less than container load (LCL) prices form China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea and Japan remain unchanged until September 30th, however the LCL rates form South East Asia, Middle East, South America and South Africa will increase by USD 6 per cbm/tonne effective vessels salling on/after AUgust 1st.
Upcoming LCL BAF increases - 1st August 2008
Please note the following LCL BAF increase will take effect 1st AUgust 2008. An updated Imp Sea Surcharge. Page will follow woth the AUgust salling schedule.
North Asia: Increaseing to USD 28 per w/m
South East Asia: Increaseing to USD 32 per w/m
Europe: Increaseing to USD 28 per w/m, Increaseing to EUR 19 per w/m
Posted: 21/0/2008
You will be aware that the Government has increased charges for NZ Customs. There has also been an increase in MAF Bio Security charges.
The new fee charges from the 1st July for the Customs Import Entry Transaction are $24.75 (GST inclusive) and the Bio Security MAF is $4.00 (GST inclusive). They will appear on the monthly statements in the same format as is now the case.The Customs Release # 537 notified the Customs changes and Bio Security MAF release information will be included in this week's Customs Release.
The CBAFF analysis of the charges is as follows:
| Effective July 1 | |||
| New Fees | Pre GST | GST | Final amount |
| Customs Fee | 22.00 | 2.75 | 24.75 |
| MAF | 3.56 | .44 | 4.00 |
| Total showing on Customs Statement | 25.56 | 3.19 | 28.75 |
Posted: 21/07/2008
Hamburg Süd wishes to advise customers that following a review of current bunker levels applicable in the New Zealand to Fiji trade, a BAF of + 30.02% will be applied to all cargo effective 24th August 2008.
Based on current schedules the first effective vessel is:
CAP DELGADO V 982, ETD TAURANGA 28th August
Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact your local Hamburg Süd Customer Services Departments on the following toll-free numbers: Exports: 0508 222 444
Posted: 15/07/08
We regret to advise that due to above vessel being delayed at Long Beach due to terminal congestion surrounding Independence Day holiday on 4th July in US. The north bound call in Suva will be omitted.
As a consequence all Fiji cargo will be moved to ER Wilhelmshaven V 979
Dates for the ER Wilhelmshaven V 979 are
ETD Tauranga: 7th August
ETA Suva: 10th August
ETA Oakland: 20th August
ETA Long Beach: 22nd August
We regret any inconvenience caused by this omission.
Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact your local Hamburg Süd Customer Services
Departments on the following toll-free numbers:
Auckland:0508 333 666
Dunedin:0800 666 566
Posted: 14/07/08
Dear Valued Customers,
We have received notification that this vessel will not be calling Fiji. The next sailing after the Callao Express V978 will now be:
ER Wilhelmshaven V979
LCL cut off: 01/08
ETD Tauranga: 04/08
ETA Suva: 07/08
An updated LCL sailing schedule will be emailed out this afternoon that will reflect this update.
PGL NZ Team
Posted: 11/07/08
We regret to advise that we have been forced by escalating costs to increase our freight rates forall cargo between New Zealand and the Cook Islands.
The major contributor to our increased costs is the rising price of the fuel on which the ship’smain engines and generators are run. This fuel price rise has forced us to increase our bunkeradjustment factor (“BAF”) from its current level of 22.9% to 41.7%
In addition to the continuing fuel price rise, there are other operating costs that have continued toincrease – bearing in mind that our freight rates have remained unchanged for the last two years.Some of these other matters will be reflected in a general, base freight rate increase (“GRI”) of2.5%.
To lessen the impact of these increases, and because the New Zealand dollar has appreciatedover recent months, we are able to reduce our currency adjustment factor (CAF”) from itspresent level of 5.75% back to zero.
A summary of the position going forward is therefore:
- GRI: +2.5%
- BAF: from +22.9% to +41.7%
-CAF: from +5.75% to 0%
The net total effect of all of these changes is that freight rates inclusive of BAF and CAF willincrease by 12.9%. We repeat that this will be the first increase in our rates for approximately 2 years, and is due to external factors that are outside our control. The new rates will apply witheffect from the commencement of Southern Express Voyage 106N, ETA Auckland on 30 June2008.
REEF SHIPPING LIMITED
Posted: 09/07/08
From USD 684/1368 to USD 734/1468 per 20’/40’.
Trades: Asia Europe, Australasia – Maersk Line
Posted: 09/07/08
Sir / Madam
Amendments to fumigation process and cost recovery quantum at the Tauranga Container Terminal and MetroPort facility.
You will be aware that the current invoicing method utilised by the Port of Tauranga Ltd (POTL) is based on the requirement to re-handle containers to and from a Terminal fumigation area.
Due to increasing container handling costs, combined with an increasing demand for Terminal space, yard management and administrative input. It has become necessary for the current fumigation handling process and cost recovery quantum to be reviewed.
I therefore advise fumigation handling cost of $60.00 + GST per unit will be applied to all units fumigated within the Terminal, regardless of any specific requirement for double handling. Additionally, due to the requirement for available Terminal space to be utilised at an increased level of intensity, it will also be necessary that the fumigation process be completed within 36 hours of delivery to the fumigation area.
Amended invoicing quantum and container handling method controls are intended to commence on August 01, 2008, and will apply to both POTL’s Tauranga Container Terminal and the MetroPort facility.
Please contact should you require further clarification regarding this notice.
Port of Tauranga
Posted: 08/07/08
Our quarterly review of the Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) indicates the following will take effect on August 1, 2008.
20’ Containers: from USD 822 to USD 1010.
40’ Containers: from USD 1644 to USD 2020.
We will continue to monitor this quarterly and keep you advised.
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact your local Polynesia Line Representative.
Posted: 08/07/08
The soaring price of fuel has had extremely high visibility recently and we at Air New Zealand are not immune from these additional costs.
As a result, we will increase all published rates by 5% on sectors where demand is high. While this increase is largely fuel related it also reflects the ongoing pressure on our capacity while taking in to account significant increases in operating costs.
We have deliberately chosen not to take a rate increase on selected sectors as we believe that we can potentially achieve a better outcome for our customers and ourselves by successfully increasing loadings at current rate levels as opposed to taking an increase.
The high demand sectors include:
BNE HNL IUE LAX
MEL PPT NOU LHR
PER RAR NRT
SYD TBU
While we would ideally prefer to provide one month’s notice, we feel the obvious advantage in having the increase coincide with the start of a Cass period is sufficient to advise that the increase is effective 1st August 2008.
Posted: 07/07/08
Dear Valued Customers,
Please see below updated CABAF for the Pacific Islands since 1st July 08’ – These will carried over to existing shipment post that date
Posted: 07/07/08
TO/From South Pacific Islands
Effective August 4, 2008, Hamburg Sud Will file a tariff general rate increase Of $100 per 20 ft container and $200 per 40 ft container for all cargo moving between the US and Canada and the South Pacific Islands.
Please contact your Hamburg Süd representative with any questions that you may have.
Posted: 07/07/08
TO/From South Pacific Islands
Effective August 1, 2008, the Emergency Fuel Adjustment Factor (EFAF) for all cargo moving From/To the US and Canada and the South Pacific Islands will increase to US $1010/20’ and US $2020/40’.
Tarif cargo as well as existing service contracts will be subject to this charge. EFAF will continue to be monitored on a quarterly basis and adjustments will be made following the review period, with the appropriate notice given to the trade. Please contact your Hamburg Süd representative with any questions that you may have.
Download the schedulePosted: 28/06/08
Please see the attached notices regarding the increase to the 2nd Quarter BAF 2008. These will be effective from vessels on or after the 24th July 2008 with applicable vessels showing on the attachments.
BAF Notice AUST & NZ & PNG - USD
BAF Notice AUST & NZ - AUD
In case you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
Posted: 16/06/2008
Please note that following voyage 825, the Maersk Radford will include Napier to her rotation, en-route to Noumea, Lautoka & Suva
Posted: 16/06/08
Dear Client,
We wish to bring to your attention that the Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF) has been reviewed by the shipping lines and revisions have been made.
Please find a summary of the trades affected below.
| Discharge Port | Revised BAF | Effective |
| Apia, Nuku’alofa | 48.9% | Southern Lily V.205 |
| Pago Pago | 48.9% | Southern Lily V.205 |
| Norfolk Island | 30.9% | Norfolk Guardian V.63 |
| Papeete | 53.9% | Cap Van Diemen V.751 / Southern Trader V.237 |
We wish to remind you that the BAF is subject to fluctuation in accordance with the shipping lines and due to the continual rise in the price of oil the above amendments have been deemed necessary.
Should you have any further queries or concerns then please contact our office.
Posted: 17/06/08
Effective from 5 July 2008, Bunker Adjustment Factor Surcharge (BAF) for Oceania (Australia and New Zealand) to New Caledonia and Fiji Islands will increase from USD 350/700 to USD 425/850 per 20’/40’.
Trades: Australasia, Intra Asia – Maersk Line
Posted: 19/06/08
Dear Valued Customers,
We are proud to announce the opening of PGL FIJI.
This will allow the PGL Group to better service our customers (both cnees & shippers), but also to provide other trans-shipment options to other Pacific Islands such as Tarawa, Wallis, & the Samoas.
We are now able to also Export from Suva/Lautoka to Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Papeete, & Noumea.
Please find herewith the address details
Pacific Gate Logistics - SEA & AIR
32 Spring Street Suva, Fiji Islands
CTC: Reshika Dutt
TEL: 679 3303587
FAX: 679 3303038
EMAIL: pglfiji@kidanet.net.fj
The PGL Group
Posted: 16/06/08
Dear Client,
We wish to bring to your attention that the Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF) has been reviewed by the shipping lines and revisions have been made.
Please find a summary of the trades affected below.
| Discharge Port | Revised BAF | Effective |
| Apia, Nuku’alofa | 48.9% | Southern Lily V.205 |
| Pago Pago | 48.9% | Southern Lily V.205 |
| Norfolk Island | 30.9% | Norfolk Guardian V.63 |
| Papeete | 53.9% | Cap Van Diemen V.751 / Southern Trader V.237 |
We wish to remind you that the BAF is subject to fluctuation in accordance with the shipping lines and due to the continual rise in the price of oil the above amendments have been deemed necessary.
Should you have any further queries or concerns then please contact our office.
Posted: 13/06/08
We wish to notify you of the change to vessel rotation that has affected receival and departure dates for the M/V Maersk Radford V.825.
The carrier has added another port call for the M/V Maersk Radford V.825 in New Zealand.
Said vessel shall no longer depart for Noumea ex Auckland. Vessel shall now call Napier after Auckland.
Due to this change we have had to revise our previously advertised receival dates for this vessel in order to meet the revised port receival.
Please note the below dates as follows.
M/V Maersk Radford V.825
LCL Receival Close off at PGL: Friday 13th June at 1700 hours
FCL Receival Close off at Fergusson: Tuesday 17th June at 1200 hours
Please note that extensions are by arrangement only.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause however we are forced to make these changes to ensure cargoes booked for this sailing are moved in due time.
If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.
Posted: 31/05/08
We have recently undertaken a review of the price we pay for Bunkers and the Bunker Adjustment Factor and regrettably must advise that the BAF on all our trades will increase. Please find a summary of all trades from New Zealand and the revised level
Posted: 28/05/08
Please note that following voyage 825, the Maersk Radford will include Napier to her rotation, en-route to Noumea, Lautoka & Suva
Posted: 08/05/08
We have recently reviewed the BAF charged on the NZ to Fiji trade and wish to advise the following:
The current BAF level 41% will be rolled into the tariff and a new BAF of 4.43% will be applied.
Effective date/vessel:
Southern Pacifika V153 – ETD AKL: 16/05/08
Capitaine Wallis V0216N – ETD AKL: 17/05/08
Pacific Direct Line
Posted: 07/05/08
To ensure that your DG certificate can be processed for a hazardous approval ALL of the following information needs to be written on your cert
Posted: 2/05/08
Australia and Pacific Ocean Islands to/from Greater China, North East Asia, and Far East Russia - Increase in Bunker Surcharge
Effective from 24 May 2008, Bunker Adjustment Factor Surcharge (BAF) for Australia and Pacific Ocean Islands to Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Philippines, Mongolia and Russia Pacific (Vladivostok, Vostochniy, Holmsk, Korsakov, Magadan, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, and Vanino) will increase from USD 450/900 to USD 475/950 per 20’/40’.
- MAERSK LINE-
Posted: 30/04/08
Dear Valued Customer,
We are would like to announce that effective 05 May 2008, we are receiving all cargo to the following depots:
BRISBANE
CC Freight Management
Gate 4A, Shed B
Bingera Drive, Fisherman Island 4178
Queensland, Australia
Contact: Dean – 07 33484010
SYDNEY
Pacific Gate Logistics (Australia) Pty Ltd
13 Sarah Street, Mascot 2020
New South Wales, Australia
Contact: Jack – 02 93172749
Kindly update your records and look forward to your continous support.
Thanks / Regards
Pacific Gate Logistics (Australia) Pty Ltd
Posted: 24/04/08
COSCO (New Zealand) Ltd would like to advise our valued customers of the forthcoming adjustment in our Bunker Adjustment Factor. The revised Bunker Adjustment Factor is applicable to all southbound shipments to New Zealand (except those from Europe & Mediterranean origins) and to all northbound shipments from New Zealand with Bills Of Lading dated 15th May 2008 onwards.
US$600.00 per 20’ Container
US$1200.00 per 40’ Container
Posted: 21/04/08
Please note that all cargo originally scheduled to move to Suva, Fiji on the M/V Cap Spencer V.965N has now been moved forward to the ER Wilhelmshaven V.967.
This is due to the Hansa Rendsburg 745N breaking down and requiring to go into dry dock in Sydney, all VSA partners have been working on solutions to ensure that both the Pacific Islands and the West Coast USA ports are still covered over the next 2-3 weeks. It has been decided that the Cap Delgado will be going to Papeete and omitting Honolulu and the Cap Spencer will omit Suva and call into Seattle instead. The ER Wilhelmshaven V.967 is our first sailing option to Fiji.
We apologise for this inconvenience and have letter from shipping line explaining said changes should any of you require this to pass onto your end clients. If this is the case please refer to Tim Arcus or myself directly.
Should you require any further detail, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Posted: 18/04/08
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. (MSC) wishes to advise clients of the following general rate increase that is announced to apply to all vessels sailing from Australian ports to Noumea.
The increase is as follows:
20ft container USD $200
40ft container USD $400
This increase will be effective from the MSC Caledonien v 087A
ETD SYD : 02.05.08
ETD BNE : 04.05.08
For further information please contact us
Posted: 17/04/08
Dear Valued Customer
With regret we inform that the Hansa Rendsburg v. 745 has encountered difficulties with her stern tube bearing while in transit to Australia, and therefore
must undertake immediate repair in Sydney. As such, this voyage will be terminated in Sydney to undergo dry dock.
Options are being reviewed to facilitate the carriage of cargo, and Booking & Import departments will make contact with you as soon as possible.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team
Posted: 11/04/08
Dear Valued Customers & Agents,
Please note that unfortunatly the Hansa Rendsburg V745 will omitt Papeete.
Maersk Line
Posted: 11/04/08
Pacific Gate Logistics is a proud supporter of NZ exporter/importer community and is pleased to announce our fullest support to NZ companies that may benefit from this treaty.
Quote: “The NZ-China FTA is a treaty between New Zealand and China that liberalises and facilitates trade in goods and services, improves the business environment and promotes cooperation between the two countries in a broad range of economic areas” --- for further info please to follow the link http://www.chinafta.govt.nz
Posted: 09/04/08
BAF Notice AUST & NZ & PNG - USD
BAF Notice AUST & NZ Micronesia
BAF Notice AUST & NZ - AUD
BAF Notice Aust to Papeete
Posted: 08/04/08
Effective from 1 May 2008, Bunker Adjustment Factor Surcharge (BAF) for South East Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Brunei, and Myanmar) to Australia and Pacific Ocean Islands will increase from USD 560/1120 to USD 600/1200 per 20’/40’.
MAERSK LINE
Posted: 08/04/08
Effective from 1 May 2008, Bunker Adjustment Factor Surcharge (BAF) for New Zealand to/from Asia (Far East, Middle East, Red Sea, and Indian Subcontinent) will increase from USD 525/1050 to USD 550/1100 per 20’/40’.
MAERSK LINE
Posted: 08/04/08
Maersk Line would like to advise the second quarter rail fuel adjustment factor (FAF) will increase from 18% to 19.5%. Maersk Line inland rates will increase accordingly effective the 1st of May 2008.
MAERSK LINE
Posted: 25/03/08
We have been advised by Pacific International Lines of the following changes to the BAF.
From Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, Korea & Japan to Pacific Islands the BAF will decrease from US$550 to US$525/TEU, effective shipments loaded in origin port Asia on or after 21st March 2008.
Should you have any questions concerning this adjustment please contact your nearest PDL agent or Transam office.
Pacific Direct Line
Posted: 20/03/08
Dear Valued Customers & Agents,
We wish to advise that PGL NZ office will be closed from Friday 21/03 & Monday 24/03 due to Easter holidays.
Business shall resume as normal on Tuesday 25th of March.
PGL (NZ) Team
Posted: 20/03/08
Dear Valued Customers & Agents,
We wish to advise that PGL Australia office will be closed from Friday 21/03 & Monday 24/03 due to Easter holidays.
Business shall resume as normal on Tuesday 25th of March.
PGL (Australia) Team
Posted: 20/03/2008
PGL Team
Posted: 10th March 2008
Dear Valued clients,
With the current positive actions taken by the relevant stevedores, wharf and government entities in Vila to address the congestion problem, we are please to announce the suspension of the congestion surcharge.
Therefore we wish to advise that as of the Southern Pearl NZ V151 ETA Pt Vila 27 March we will no longer be charging a Congestion/Cleaning fee.
Please note that we are working and will continue to work with these departments for the common goal of improved efficiency, increased productivity and continued commitment and hope that we will not need to reinstate this surcharge again.
We thank you for your patience and highly valued support and look forward to seeing Vanuatu’s growth continue into the future.
Pacific Direct Line / Reef Shipping
Posted: 11/03/08
Dear Valued Customer,
The Port of Melbourne Authority has announced the introduction of a Melbourne Channel Deepening Surcharge, applicable on all export and import containers ex/into Port of Melbourne.
The quantum is AUD$ 31.50 (excluding GST) per TEU.
The new surcharge is effective from 1st of April 2008 and valid at this stage till 30 June 2009.
Thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team
Hapag Lloyd
Posted: 19/02/08
A rogue press release resulted in an error in the Shipping Gazette last week.
Our article “First female CBAFF award winner’ stated that the latest winner of the CBAFF Young Achievers Award, Olivia Kinnane, was the first female winner. This is incorrect.
Simone Jarman was the first female recipient of the award in 2002. Ms Jarman is currently operations manager for Pacific Gate Logistics (PGL). Our thanks to those in the industry who pointed out the error and enabled us to locate its source.
The Shipping Gazette – No 04/09 Edition
Posted: 07/02/08
Effective from 11 February 2008, Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) for Far East countries (Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Philippines, Mongolia, and Russian ports, Pacific) to:
Australia of USD 250/500 per 20’/40’ will no longer apply.
Pacific Ocean Islands of USD 150/300 per 20’/40’ will no longer apply.
Philippines to Pacific Ocean Islands of USD 250/500 per 20’/40’ will no longer apply.
Trade: Maersk Australasia
Posted: 04/02/08
Peak Season Surcharge (PSS)
Effective date: 11th February 2008
Scope: Far East Countries (Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Philippines, Mongolia and Sp. Russian ports) to Australia
Old tariff level: USD 250/500 per 20’/40’
Posted: 01.02.08
We wish to advise of some recent and significant changes to shipping schedules. Please note the below updates and changes for our services based on the Pacific Direct Line (PDL) service.
Southern Trader is the sister ship to the Southern Lily and is 8000DWT with a speed of 14 knots and a capacity of over 500 TEU’s. She is currently on her maiden delivery voyage from the shipyard.
The renamed Southern Pearl NZ will transfer to the New Zealand to Noumea, Port Vila, Fiji and Wallis and Futuna service replacing the Southern Pacifika which returns to her owners following the completion of V149.
Southern Tiare will take over the NZ to Funafuti service (calling Suva enroute)
These service changes mean:
Papeete
New vessel with bigger capacity, quicker service speed and therefore a quicker transit time. NZ to Papeete will be 6.5 days compared to the current 8 days and the frequency will improve from 22 days to one vessel every 18 days. Great news for our PAPEETE TRADE.
Funafuti
A dedicated service NZ/Suva/Funafuti with 9 day transit compared to the current 15 days. All Australia to Funafuti cargo will be transshiped over Suva.
Noumea.Pt Vila/Suva/Wallis and Futuna Service
A dedicated 21 day schedule as compared to the current 28 days with an improved transit time for Wallis and Futuna.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
PGL (NZ) Team
Posted: 01/02/08
The Southern Pearl has changed owners and port of registration. There has been a slight complication in that the