Winter storm to impact the Central and Eastern U.S.
| Stockwell International has received information regarding a strong storm system tracking across the Plains, throughout the southeast, then up the eastern seaboard this past holiday weekend. Winter storm watches and warnings are in effect for many locations east of the Rockies. Bitterly cold weather will settle across the northeast from Saturday, where Wind Chill Advisories and Warnings will be in effect. Portions of the southern Plains, Red Flag Warnings posted. Expect additional delays for pickups and deliveries with both LTL and FTL carriers. Photo Source:www.weather.gov |
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Rail Car Looting reconfirms importance of insurance
Shocking aerial photos have capture the extent of the cargo looting crisis happening across Southern California.
Over the course of the last month, looters have been using materials such as bolt cutters to break in leaving packages to spill from the open containers.
Some rail companies are reporting that they experienced a 160% year-over-year increase in theft in LA county.
Stockwell International strongly recommends additional insurance for all shipments until this issue is resolved by authorities.
Speak to a Stockwell’s Sales Representative about insurance today, contact [email protected]
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Video of Stolen Amazon, UPS Packages Discarded Along Railway Tracks Viewed 1.5M Times (msn.com)
General Rate Increases, Emergency Port Congestion Surcharge & FCL Wharf/ Port Charges 2022
General Rate Increases
LCL:
17th January 2022
All US Origins to Australia (except Fremantle), Fiji, French Polynesia, New Caledonia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea
USD $20 w/m
FCL:
1st February 2022
Cargo ex Australia and New Zealand to All Destinations (excluding Europe, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Noumea and Papeete)
USD $500 per container.
15th February 2022
U.S. and Canada to Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and Papua New Guinea
USD $500/20′
USD $1000/40′
(all equipment size/types)
Emergency Port Congestion Surcharge
16th January 2022
Seattle, Portland to All Destinations
Amount: $30 w/m
15th January 2022
USA (Seattle and Portland) to All AU
USD $30 per w/m
– Please note that these increases also apply to transhipment cargo
– W/M = 1 CBM/ 1000 Kgs
Stockwell International will endeavour to keep you updated with the most recent information as it become available to us.
For any other questions or enquiries please contact [email protected]
FCL Wharf/ Port Charges
Sydney
Empty Booking Fee $100.00 / container
Melbourne
Empty Booking Fee $75.00 / container
Wharf Booking Fee $65.00 / container
Infrastructure Fee $175.00 / container
Brisbane
Empty Booking Fee $85.00 / container
Infrastructure Fee $175.00 / container
Fremantle
Empty Booking Fee $70.00 / container
Infrastructure Fee $70.00 / container
Import Rate Adjustments
PSS:
15th January 2022
From or via Asia to All AU
Increasing by USD $10 per w/m
15th January 2022
Poland to All AU
Increasing by USD $10 per w/m
15th January 2022
India (Bangalore) to Syd and Melb
Increasing by USD $10 per w/m
Low Sulphur:
15th January 2022
From or via Asia to All AU
USD $6 per w/m
15th January 2022
India to All AU
USD $6 per w/m
Infrastructure Surcharge:
15th January 2022
All AU to All
AUD 6.50 per w/m
2022 Chinese New Year Reminder
In the lead up to the Chinese New Year, Stockwell International would like to help you start thinking about production and freight forwarding planning. During the Chinese New Year, factories can close for up to four to five weeks, so it is important to our team that we support you and your business by helping you prepare in the best way.
Our top tips are:
- Be prepared and speak with your suppliers to confirm their shutdown dates, including before and after the Chinese New Year.
- Schedule your orders in advance or develop and forecast your orders well in advance of this period to avoid delays and disappointment.
- Keep quality at the forefront! Ensure you are working with your suppliers and quality control team in advance to reduce the risk of delays and increased costs due to quality issues.
- Secure your bookings with your freight forwarders by speaking to your suppliers about booking in early. We strongly recommend booking in now to secure space to meet your requirements.
Stockwell International are dedicated to ensuring the most seamless experience during this period and wish to prepare you as much as possible. If you have any further questions about the Chinese New Year or any other enquiries, please contact our helpful staff at[email protected] or calling 1300 786 468.
