
28 Apr 2023
Australian Border Force Customs Border Holds: What You Need to Know
Customs border holds performed by the Australian Border Force (ABF) can pose a significant obstacle to importers. Let’s take a look at why there are customs border holds, how they affect your business, and how you can avoid or resolve them.

12 Apr 2023
USA Customs Delays: Random Inspections for Australian Imports
In recent months, we have seen a steep increase in random customs inspections by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), for both ocean and air shipments to Australia.

6 Apr 2023
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Sean Flood
Q&A with McHugh & Eastwood’s Sean Flood: Get to know one of the pillars and a veteran of ME, Sean Flood. Read tidbits about Sean, who he is outside his role as Customs Manager and Director, and discover how he started at McHugh and Eastwood. Before working at McHugh and Eastwood, what was the most […]

29 Mar 2023
Due Diligence for Illegal Logging: What You Need to Know
Due diligence refers to the procedures businesses use to make sure they are importing legitimate wood in the timber industry.

20 Mar 2023
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Maricar Flood
Q&A with McHugh & Eastwood’s Maricar Flood: We all know Maricar as the nice and well-loved lady handling the accounts of McHugh and Eastwood, get to know her beyond her work at ME. What are 3 words to describe you? Supportive, friendly and rewarding What have you gained from working at McHugh and Eastwood? I […]

21 Feb 2023
Exporting Technicalities: Packing Declaration
Sea freight shipments come with their own requirements. One of which is a mandatory document called a “Packing Declaration”. What are the things a shipper needs to know about Packing Declarations, and why are they important? Read on below to learn more about this shipping requirement. The Packing Declaration The Packing Declaration is a requirement […]

9 Feb 2023
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Jeff Wu
Q&A with McHugh & Eastwood’s Jeff Wu: Get to know one of the veteran and trusted staff in our Warehouse Operations, Jeff, as he shares his experiences growing with McHugh and Eastwood. Before working at McHugh and Eastwood, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? Working as a welder to make […]

7 Feb 2023
What is a “Shipper’s Letter of Instruction”?
The Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) is a critical document in the shipping and freight forwarding industry. It serves as a detailed guide for logistics providers, providing information about your shipment from start to finish.

20 Jan 2023
Exporting Technicalities: Export Declaration Number
Exporting goods involve many steps and technicalities, depending on several exporting factors. All exported goods leaving Australia require an Export Declaration Number (EDN) for various reasons relevant to the exporting process. So, what is an Export Declaration Number?
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