2016 — A MONKEY YEAR 8TH FEBRUARY
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Chinese New Year is a fantastic time of the year. It's full of colour, excitement and tradition. It is the time to eat, celebrate, cleanse your house, exchange gifts and watch the fireworks.
But for the shipping industry it can be an extremely difficult time. With most suppliers, customs authorities and shipping lines closing for the holiday, now is the time to start getting prepared for Chinese New Year 2016. Space also begins to become tight for all ports ex China around the first and second week of January.
This holiday falls a little earlier than last year, on the 8th February and heralds in the Year of the Monkey.
In order to ensure that you are prepared for this Chinese New Year, please take note of the following:
- Any ordering from overseas suppliers should be done ASAP
- Suppliers should be booking vessels with agents early to avoid disappointment
- Ask suppliers to arrange their bookings with the agents / customs clearance before the holidays
- If you have any shipments that are due to arrive into Australia during this holiday time, please make sure that you have all the correct documentation prior to your supplier going on break
Also ensure that you have your telex releases / original bills of lading prior to this time.
At this stage exact dates are not known of our agents office closures, but be sure to check back on this post as it will be updated when information comes to hand.
If you have any questions regarding the above, please kindly contact us anytime on 1300 0 LOCHM (1300 0 56246).
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