Sideloader Surcharges Effective Feb 2013

Effective February, 2013, both DP World Port Botany and Patrick Ports will be implementing side-loader surcharges, applicable per side-loader for import container lifts.   The charges that will be implemented are as follows:   DP World: $54.00 GST –...

Proposed Industrial Action at Fremantle 7-15 December

We have received advice from Fremantle Ports that the Maritime Union of Australia have proposed a six-day strike commencing this Sunday, 9th Decemeber. Furthermore, we have also been advised of a possibility of a two-day strike starting on Friday, 7th December which...

Keep thieves at bay! Pro.Loc loss prevention products

Announcement:  Hornet Import & Export Group is proud to announce that they are now a distributor of Pro.Loc products within the Asia-Pacific region. Pro.Loc is a complete shop fit-out company, supplying products worldwide. Considered Australia’s leading...

General Rate Increase: Effective 15th October

Please note, we have been advised major shipping lines will introduce a General Rate Increase (GRI) from Korea, China, Hong Kong and Taiwan to Australia. The GRI will be effective from 15th October, 2012.   GRI surcharges will be levied as follows:   LCL...

China Golden Week 30th September – 8th October 2012

China Golden Week holidays will begin on September 30th this year. Businesses in China will be closed for one week and re-open on October 8th, 2012. We suggest that any upcoming bookings you require be booked as soon as possible to avoid any possible delays as vessels...