Effective 1st March 2021 there will be further landside Infrastructure Surcharges, a re-introduction of the side-loader fee and a new long vehicle fee.

dnata Service Fees Key Revisions for 2021

DAWE’s response to Biosecurity Service Levels

Following on from industry wide dissatisfaction, particularly with document assessment processing, and releases of cargo after fumigations/inspections, Biosecurity has now responded regarding their challenges.

They also mention some opportunities for improvements, which we should collectively note and act upon.

New Zealand and China agreed in November 2016 to launch negotiations to upgrade the free trade agreement to modernise it, further reducing barriers impacting exports, and boost trade which was signed on Tuesday 26th January 2021.

After a tough 2020, the industry moves into 2021 with some lingering challenges around port congestion, increased surcharges, blank sailings, and equipment shortages. With the Lunar New Year approaching to add to these challenges, Q1 2021 has the potential to be a trying start to the year.