KONNECT - SEPTEMBER 2025

Contents

• Executive Summary & Business Tip
• Market Trend
• Spotlight
• Ocean Freight Updates
  • Ocean Freight Snapshot
• Air Freight Updates
  • Air Freight Snapshot
• Customs, Inland Transport, Terminal & Regulation Alerts

Executive Summary

September has brought a fresh wave of complexity to supply chains across Oceania. While global container spot rates continued their slow decline, it’s clear that the traditional peak season has already passed, leaving behind a quieter and flatter shipping environment. The impact of US tariff policies is becoming increasingly pronounced, particularly with the removal of the de minimis exemption and the imposition of high duties across multiple product categories. For e-commerce and B2C exporters in particular, the shift is forcing a reassessment of logistics channels, pricing strategies, and compliance processes.

The extended truce between the U.S. and China has provided some relief, offering rate stability and room for planning. However, carriers are now grappling with oversupply and depressed rates, particularly on the transpacific lanes—raising concerns that pressure may spill over into Oceania services as vessel capacity shifts. Some lines are focusing on volume over profitability, meaning schedule reliability and service adjustments will continue to challenge shippers through Q4.

Domestically, Australia and New Zealand face diverging economic outlooks. Inflation in Australia has spiked again, complicating the RBA’s rate strategy, while New Zealand has eased its monetary policy further amid signs of contraction. Meanwhile, market consolidation—such as DP World’s acquisition of Silk Logistics—signals growing integration but may limit competitive options for shippers in the long term.

On the regulatory front, BMSB season is underway, CAL cargo rules are tightening, and postal exports to the U.S. have been disrupted due to de minimis reform. Customers are advised to forecast and book early, consider modal shifts, and stay updated on offshore treatment requirements. Planning and flexibility will remain your strongest tools heading into the final quarter.

Business Tip

Forecasting isn’t just for peak season—start planning Q4 allocations now.  Even without the usual surge, front-loaded demand and transpacific capacity shifts are reducing service predictability. Work closely with freight forwarders to secure space and adjust forecasts to reflect stable demand, rather than spikes, across October and November.

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Market Trend

Global container spot rates have fallen for the tenth consecutive week, reinforcing concerns that the traditional peak season arrived early this year. According to the latest Drewry World Container Index (WCI), average spot rates dipped another 1.5% last week, now standing at roughly 25% below the mid-June highs, when front-loading activity surged due to the tariff window between China and the U.S.

Major trades, such as the transpacific and Asia-Europe lanes, have seen the sharpest declines. Rates from Shanghai to Los Angeles dropped 3% week-on-week, while Shanghai to Rotterdam fell by 2.6%. Analysts now expect muted rate activity throughout the remainder of Q3, as demand softens following the front-loading.

For Australian and New Zealand importers relying on transpacific or Asia-Europe connections, this downtrend suggests short-term opportunities for lower freight costs. However, capacity reallocation toward transpacific lanes may lead to tighter space availability on Oceania-bound services, especially if carriers continue to pursue higher-volume routes.

US Tariffs Update: August Brings Higher Rates, De Minimis Elimination.

New US import tariffs affecting Australian-origin goods and other global shipments have taken effect in multiple phases throughout mid-2025, with the latest round implemented on 7 August 2025. A key further change is set for 29 August 2025, when the US will eliminate the de minimis threshold, applying tariffs to all imports, regardless of value.

These updates stem from ongoing US national security investigations under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 and other executive orders.

Impact on Oceania Trade & Logistics:

• Steel & Aluminium Tariffs: Australian steel and aluminium exports to the US now attract a 50% tariff (previously 25%), including for semi-finished or downstream goods like machinery and fittings. This is increasing landed costs and could deter exporters from shipping small-volume orders.
  Effective since: 4 June 2025.
• Copper-Based Products: A 50% tariff on copper and copper-containing items began on 1 August 2025, hitting mining and industrial exporters. Expect to see altered routing or repackaging attempts to manage exposure.
• Automotive Components & Vehicles: A 25% tariff applies to most cars, light trucks, and automotive parts from Australia. This could slow US-bound OEM volumes and put pressure on just-in-time supply chains, which are already coping with tight margins.
• Tariff Application to Low-Value Shipments: From 29 August 2025, the US$800 de minimis threshold is eliminated, meaning even B2C parcels (e.g., eCommerce orders) from Australia to US customers will incur tariffs. This is expected to:
  • Slow small-parcel logistics flows (particularly postal and airfreight)
  • Force e-tailers to reprice, bundle, or reroute orders via third countries
  • Trigger modal shifts to consolidated LCL shipments instead of courier or postal
  • Port Congestion Risk & Container Strategy: Front-loading before the 29 August threshold change is expected to continue into early September. This surge, paired with high spot rate volatility, may:
  • Cause booking constraints and equipment shortages
  • Lead to higher detention/demurrage charges
  • Push non-Transpacific lanes (including Oceania to US East Coast) into spillover congestion

Recommendations for Exporters & Freight Planners:

1. Review US Classification & Valuation Practices. Engage licensed customs brokers to ensure all goods are classified accurately and take advantage of any available exemptions.
2.  Factor In Additional Costs for B2C. For e-commerce platforms, pricing models must now account for low-value goods that no longer qualify for duty-free entry.
3. Monitor Routing & Transshipment Risk. Goods rerouted through Southeast Asia or NZ may still be dutiable if their origin is Australia or China. Rules of Origin compliance is critical.
4. Use Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) Where Applicable. The AUSFTA remains in place, offering preferential rates for some goods, though not all are covered due to national security exclusions.
5. Plan Container Capacity Early. With space tightening post-peak front-loading, provide accurate 2–3 week forecasts to your freight forwarders or ocean partners to secure capacity and avoid surcharges.
6. Expect Spot Rate Disruption. As shipping lines realign to Transpacific flows, rates on Oceania lanes may climb due to displaced capacity. Consider contracting or securing longer-term agreements now to ensure stability.

Shippers Breathe Easier as U.S.–China Trade Truce Extended to November

Key Update

The United States has extended the 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs with China, now set to run through 10 November 2025, forestalling any scheduled tariff increases. This extension provides much-needed headroom for global supply chains and commercial planning.

Why This Matters

• Stability over volatility: With this move, the current tariff levels—30% on Chinese imports and 10% on U.S. goods—remain unchanged. This helps avert a return to the steep 100%+ tariff levels previously poised to reignite trade disruptions.
• Confidence for shippers: Importers and exporters now have greater visibility through the year-end peak season, easing concerns around rate shocks and service availability.

Broader Implications for Supply Chains

• Ocean Freight & Rates: The stability may temper extreme spot rate fluctuations—especially on transpacific lanes—by reducing urgency to front-load shipments.
• Logistics Planning: Businesses can schedule inventory and shipping more reliably without fearing abrupt cost hikes.
• Future Negotiations: The extension buys time for deeper discussions, potentially laying groundwork for a Trump–Xi summit or meaningful trade resolution.

Takeaway for Oceania Shippers

Carriers Prioritise Volume Over Rates as Transpacific Prices Dip Further

Despite a sharp drop in transpacific spot rates—some lanes seeing rates as low as $2,000/FEU—carriers are continuing to prioritise market share and vessel utilisation over profitability. The article reports that most lines are not reacting with blank sailings or capacity reductions, a stark contrast to the aggressive rate protection strategies seen in the past.

Ocean carriers appear to be more focused on locking in long-term volumes and customer commitments as part of their broader post-tariff and front-loading strategy, even if it means operating at a loss on certain services. The Loadstar notes that this volume-first approach could further drag rates downward in the coming weeks, especially as the peak season has already passed its apex and demand softens.

Some analysts predict that if carriers do not act soon to rein in excess capacity, additional rate erosion could destabilise not just the transpacific corridor, but ripple through to secondary lanes like Oceania and intra-Asia.

Relevance for KLN Oceania customers:

• Short-term gains for shippers: The transpacific slide may relieve rate pressure on connecting lanes like Asia–Oceania, especially for general cargo.
• Volatility likely to continue: Carriers may eventually react by blanking sailings, impacting schedule reliability.
• Risk of overreliance: Forwarders should continue diversifying lane strategies, especially with capacity still being redirected into the U.S.

Global Orderbook Hits 15-Year High, Raising Overcapacity Concerns

The global container ship orderbook has swelled to its highest level in 15 years, reaching around 7.7 million TEU of new capacity due for delivery through 2027. This surge in newbuilds follows a post-COVID ordering boom driven by soaring freight rates and pandemic-related bottlenecks.

Analysts warn this influx of vessels could trigger severe overcapacity from late 2025 onwards—particularly if global demand doesn’t rebound as strongly as expected. Carriers are already facing weak rates on major east–west trades, and the upcoming fleet expansion could exacerbate downward pressure on pricing, utilisation, and profitability.

Potential impact for Oceania logistics:

• Asia–Oceania rates could soften further if vessel oversupply spreads to secondary trade lanes.
• Port congestion may return if large vessels cascade into smaller ports ill-equipped for ultra-large container ships.
• Shippers could benefit from greater space availability and more service options—but should prepare for possible service reshuffles or alliances realigning networks.

Developments in Oceania

Australia’s Economic Outlook

In August 2025, Australia is expected to face a sudden spike in inflation as core pressures begin to re-emerge. Annual headline CPI rose sharply to 2.8% in July, up from 1.9% in June—marking the highest rate since July 2024. This rise was driven primarily by a 13% surge in electricity prices and a 5% increase in holiday-related travel and accommodation costs. Core inflation and the trimmed‑mean measure also increased, signaling broader-based inflation pressures.

Despite this jump, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) remains open to further rate cuts over the next year. In its August policy meeting, the RBA maintained the cash rate at 3.6%, noting that inflation is nearing the midpoint of its target range, and highlighted that the pace of future cuts will depend on incoming data, such as labour market trends and global conditions. Markets now anticipate another rate reduction in November, with some expectations as high as 3.35% by year‑end.

That said, economists remain wary. The spike in inflation—termed a “shocker”—was primarily attributed to temporary factors, such as delayed electricity rebates and seasonal price increases for travel. Several experts emphasize that energy costs are likely to reverse in the coming months, potentially reopening the window for rate relief.

Most recently, the RBA issued revised forecasts in its quarterly Statement on Monetary Policy, downgrading long-term productivity growth from 1% to 0.7% and lowering the economy’s potential growth rate to 2.0%. GDP growth forecasts for 2025 were revised down to 1.7%. The bank expects headline inflation to peak at 3.1% in mid-2026 before easing to 2.5% by the end of 2027, while unemployment is predicted to remain steady at 4.3%. Markets still lean toward gradual easing—potentially down to 2.85% over the coming year.

New Zealand’s Economic Developments

New Zealand’s central bank took a more aggressive stance this month, cutting its Official Cash Rate to a three-year low of 3.0%, citing domestic economic weakness, stalled Q2 growth, and elevated global trade uncertainty. The RBNZ flagged further easing to come, with some policymakers reportedly favouring a 50 basis-point cut.

Meanwhile, official data show that inflation remains within the target range, rising to 2.7% for the year ended June 2025, driven by a 12.2% increase in local authority rates, as well as increases in housing rentals (~3.2%) and groceries (~4.8%).

However, timely indicators from the BNZ nowcast suggest the economy contracted in Q2, with declines in manufacturing and services activity. The labour market weakened further, with unemployment at 5.2%, and the participation rate hitting a four-year low, indicating some people are exiting the workforce altogether.

Encouragingly, the RBNZ expects inflation to fall further next year if global tariffs and trade risks ease, and it retains the option to lower its policy rate even more if conditions permit.

In fiscal news, the government unveiled a NZ$2 billion investment fund with BlackRock aimed at fast-tracking renewable energy infrastructure—specifically in solar, wind, green hydrogen, battery storage, and EV charging.

Trade & Industry Highlights

On trade, New Zealand’s export sector remains under pressure. In early August, U.S. tariffs on New Zealand goods were raised to 15%, affecting sectors such as meat and dairy. Trade Minister Todd McClay confirmed NZ would not retaliate but would seek dialogue to address the tariff escalation.

Australia, while fending off immediate trade fallout, must now confront rising costs at home—particularly energy—that are complicating the RBA’s efforts to balance inflation control with economic support.

Ocean Freight Updates

• Carriers' booking utilization sits at 85%-95% to both AU and NZ, with irregular blank sailings and cargo rolling. 

  We are into the peak, and the vessel space is tight—book in advance.

• COSCO shipments to AU Transshipment via Singapore keep waiting times around 2-3 weeks in SIN, under their FIFO operational policy.
• Blank Sailings are expected with an average 6-10% capacity cut for the rest of September 2025.

Peak Season Has Already Occurred — Spot Rate Declines Have Slowed

The market has shifted from reactive peaks to a more drawn-out, level-demand environment. While spot rates are still sliding, there’s a glimmer of steadiness emerging. For Oceania stakeholders, early planning, flexible scheduling, and vigilant monitoring remain vital to navigating this largely flattened seasonal period.

Peak Season Passes Quietly

The traditional late-year surge in demand for liner shipping appears to have passed quietly—most likely front-loaded into earlier months—leaving little momentum for a conventional peak season. With the worst of tariff-driven disruptions behind us, market-tracking indices suggest the steep volatility of Q2 may be cooling off, at least temporarily.

Long Slide in Spot Rates Continues—But Slows

Container spot rates are entering their tenth consecutive week of declines, although signs of stabilisation are now emerging. This moderation follows prolonged overcapacity and subdued demand across lanes.

Market sources also note that declines are less pronounced on U.S. trade lanes, where rates have essentially returned to normal levels, though European routes continue to suffer sharper drops.

What This Means for Oceania Shippers

• No Late-Season Rush: With demand peaking early, there’s reduced likelihood of last-minute capacity constraints. However, continued weak Q3 demand suggests flat booking patterns may persist.
• Manage Rate Expectations: Spot rates are still trending down—but less sharply now. Decisions should be grounded in actual demand flow rather than traditional seasonal assumptions.
• Stay Agile: Overcapacity will likely remain an issue. Flexibility in routing and anticipating sudden shifts will be crucial to avoid disruptions.

Ocean Freight Snapshot (September 2025)

Check our snapshot for a quick glance at space, rate, equipment, and transit times for Oceania.

Air Freight Updates

Stable Rates, Slowing Demand

Air freight rates remain relatively stable across most major lanes, but demand growth is losing momentum, particularly on key Asia–Europe and Transpacific routes. According to the latest TAC Index and Xeneta data, rate pressure is expected to rise if this trend continues into September.

Market sentiment is shifting from optimism in Q2 to cautious realism in Q3. While belly capacity remains constrained on some routes, overall yields are expected to dip unless demand recovers in early September.

Key Takeaways:

• Rates Holding: Air freight rates are holding steady, especially on the China–U.S. and Southeast Asia–Europe lanes. Week-on-week fluctuations are minimal, suggesting a cooling peak season.
• Demand Plateauing: Analysts report deceleration in growth after the initial surge caused by front-loading tied to tariff truce windows and e-commerce restocking.
• Freighter Capacity Adjustments: Several carriers, including Cargolux and Qatar Airways Cargo, are modifying schedules to match the slower-than-expected demand. Additional freighter capacity is being cautiously introduced.
• E-Commerce Drag: The end of the de minimis exemption for China–U.S. small parcels continues to weigh on cross-border e-commerce shipments, particularly for air cargo operators relying on express volumes.
• Watchpoints for September:
  • End-of-quarter restocking may cause temporary spikes.
  • Continued demand from fashion and electronics remains uncertain.
  • Forwarders are urging customers to avoid long-term contracts, favouring flexible spot rates.

Strategic Outlook for Oceania:

• Australia & NZ importers relying on air cargo from Asia should monitor spot rate trends closely, especially if dealing in time-sensitive goods.
• With ocean freight disruptions still looming, air freight could remain a contingency, but rate stability may not last if bellyhold capacity increases post-European summer.
• KLN customers should be prepared for shorter booking windows and variable transit schedules heading into the end-of-year retail ramp-up.

Airlines Expand Belly-Hold Cargo Capacity in Winter Schedules

Airlines are shifting more of their cargo strategy into belly-hold capacity within passenger aircraft for the upcoming winter season. This move reflects increased global travel demand and a strategic pivot by carriers seeking to optimise underutilised space and reduce reliance on dedicated freighters.

Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian airlines are leading the charge by introducing or expanding routes into secondary cities in Europe, North America, and Africa, with notable examples including Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines. Belly capacity now accounts for a larger share of global air cargo volume than at any point in the past five years.

Potential Implications for Oceania:

• With carriers like Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar operating major routes into Sydney, Auckland, and Melbourne, Oceania shippers may benefit from increased frequency and more flexible capacity on long-haul routes.
• However, reliability may vary, especially for time-sensitive cargo, as belly cargo is still subject to passenger schedule changes and prioritisation.
• Airfreight pricing could stabilise or even soften on some key lanes (particularly to Europe and North America), as more capacity comes online seasonally.

Forwarders and exporters in Oceania should engage early with airline partners to secure space on popular routes, especially during peak demand months. Sectors relying on just-in-time delivery or temperature-sensitive cargo may still prefer freighter services for reliability. Still, the added belly capacity gives flexibility—particularly for fashion, e-commerce, and perishables.

Air Freight Snapshot (September 2025)

Customs, Inland Transport, Terminal and Regulation Updates

Commencement of the 2025–26 BMSB Risk Season

Please be reminded that the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Risk Season commences on 1 September 2025 and will apply to goods shipped between 1 September 2025 and 30 April 2026 (inclusive). Measures also apply to vessels that berth, load, or tranship from target risk countries during this period.

We have compiled a list of resources for your convenience:

• Ultimate Guide to BMSB Season 2025-2026
• Downloadable Brochure on BMSB Season 2025-2026

Key Changes for 2025–26 Season

• Emerging Risk Countries: The Republic of Korea and Japan have been added to the list.
• Airfreight Inspections: Target high-risk goods from the USA and China will be subject to random inspections.
• New Treatment Option: Introduction of Ethyl Formate as an approved offshore BMSB treatment under AusTreat.
• Policy Update: New application process for the BMSB In-Transit and Rolled Policy.

Safeguarding Arrangements

The Safeguarding Arrangements Scheme is again available this season, offering an alternative clearance pathway for sea cargo imports of six or more hard-sided containers of target high-risk goods.

• Applications are now open.
• More information: Safeguarding webpage

AusTreat & Ethyl Formate

• AusTreat is the government-to-industry assurance scheme regulating pre-border biosecurity treatments.
• From this season, Ethyl Formate has been approved for offshore use only as a BMSB treatment.
• Treatment providers must be registered with DAFF under AusTreat to conduct Ethyl Formate fumigations.
• Class 19 accredited persons must declare consignments treated with Ethyl Formate by using the AEI “TREATEDEF” in the Integrated Cargo System.

Further Information

•  🔗  BMSB Webpage
•  🔗 AusTreat Information

We strongly encourage all customers and supply chain partners to familiarise themselves with these requirements to avoid delays or compliance issues during the 2025–26 BMSB season.

Australia Post suspends US-bound parcels; US ends de minimis on 29 Aug 2025

Australia Post has announced the temporary suspension of parcel services to the United States and Puerto Rico, effective immediately, following the US Government’s decision to end the long-standing de minimis exemption for low-value goods valued under USD $800. This regulatory change, effective August 29, 2025, means that all shipments—regardless of value—must now have tariffs assessed and prepaid prior to entry. The suspension affects Australian exporters and e-commerce providers relying on postal channels, while documents and gifts valued at USD $100 or less remain unaffected.

FAQ

• When does the US rule change take effect? 29 Aug 2025 (EDT). 
• Can I still post samples/documents? Yes—documents are unaffected. 
• Are gifts still duty-free? Yes, ≤US$100 bona fide gifts remain under a separate exemption. 
• Why is Australia Post pausing parcels? To implement tariff pre-payment/compliance with new US rules.

What changed (the short version)

• Australia Post has temporarily and partially suspended posting goods (parcels) to the United States and Puerto Rico, effective 26 Aug 2025, citing new US tariff rules and the need to enable tariff pre-payment. Letters/documents and gifts under US$100 are not affected. Australia Post says it’s working with Zonos (a CBP-authorised provider) to resume services. 
• The United States will end the US$800 de minimis duty-free threshold for all countries at 12:01 am EDT, 29 Aug 2025, under a new Executive Order; duties must be assessed/paid before arrival.
• Other postal operators (e.g., Swiss Post, PostNord) have already paused US-bound parcels for the same reason.

Who is affected

• Australian exporters and e-commerce sellers using the postal channel (Business Contract, MyPost Business, retail counter) for parcels to the US and Puerto Rico. 
• Third-country transit mail via Australia (small volumes) has also been curtailed.

What’s not affected (as of today)

• Letters/documents (no goods).
• Bona fide gifts ≤ US$100 (separate statutory exemption continues). 
• Courier/express shipments (e.g., integrators) can continue, but duties/taxes now apply to low-value consignments and must be prepaid/filed correctly. 

Potential impact (what we expect)

• Posting interruptions, returns, and longer transit times while systems catch up.
• New landed-cost exposure on previously duty-free orders (≤US$800).
• Cart/checkout changes needed to collect duties/taxes up-front for US customers.
• Compliance uplift: accurate HS codes, origin, values, and consignee data for every parcel. 

Real-world impact (what’s happening now)

• Australia Post: US parcel postings paused from 26 Aug pending a tariff pre-payment solution with Zonos. 
• Multiple posts globally have paused or restricted US parcels ahead of 29 Aug go-live. 

What this means for you (actions to take now)

1. Switch US orders to a courier/express or freight channel that supports duty pre-payment (DDP) and formal entry when required. KLN can route via integrators or our broker partners. 
2. Enable landed-cost at checkout (duties/taxes collected at purchase). If you use third-party carts, turn on US duty calculation and map HS codes for all SKUs. 
3. Data readiness checklist for every US parcel (postal or courier):
   • HS code (10-digit HTSUS), product description, country of origin, value, incoterms, and consignee Tax ID if applicable. 
4. Pricing & customer comms: update US pricing, thresholds, and shipping pages; warn of temporary postal suspensions and steer to courier options. 
5. Gifts & documents: where appropriate, use the letters/documents channel or the ≤US$100 gift provision (ensure it truly qualifies as a gift). 
6. Watch for Australia Post updates as they implement a Zonos-based solution to resume postal parcels; adjust once published. 

KLN Oceania guidance & alternatives

• Immediate continuity: we can migrate your US orders to courier DDP with automated duty calculation and pre-payment, or to consolidated air freight with brokerage for B2B.
• Compliance & classification: our brokerage team can review your HTS mapping, origin declarations, and assist with IOR/EOR setup if needed for B2C flows.

DP World Finalises Silk Logistics Takeover, Marking Key Market Consolidation

DP World Australia has officially completed its acquisition of Silk Logistics Holdings, finalising the deal on 18 August 2025 through a court-approved scheme of arrangement. Silk is now a wholly owned private subsidiary of DP World Australia. The merger was approved by Silk shareholders earlier this month and by the Supreme Court of New South Wales on 6 August.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) initially raised concerns about market concentration but ultimately did not oppose the merger. The IFCBAA (International Forwarders & Customs Brokers Association of Australia) also did not oppose the acquisition, though it recommended a formal undertaking be considered to ensure market fairness.

This consolidation strengthens DP World’s presence in end-to-end logistics in Australia, combining its container terminal operations with Silk’s national warehousing, transport, and distribution network. Customers may benefit from streamlined services and vertically integrated solutions, though concerns persist about reduced competition, particularly in contract logistics and port landside access.

Mandatory Inspections & Client Costs for Cargo from High-Risk Countries

We’ve observed additional, carrier-specific charges being applied to shipments originating from countries identified as having high levels of contamination or a heightened risk of pests. These charges typically aren’t listed in standard shipping line rate schedules.

Please be advised that if your cargo originates from or transits through a Country Action List (CAL) location, it is subject to:

• Mandatory inspection at the Australian port of arrival.
• Any inspection, cleaning, or treatment costs will be passed on to the customer at cost.

Note on CAL Countries: The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) defines CAL cargo as containers or breakbulk shipments from countries or ports known for their high levels of contamination or pest risk. CAL cargo is subject to heightened biosecurity measures, including mandatory on-wharf inspections for soil, plant material, pests, or other contaminants.

Additional Option — Sea Container Hygiene System (SCHS): Importers using CAL routes are encouraged to consider the SCHS. In this voluntary scheme, participating shipping lines or facilities commit to rigorous offshore cleaning protocols. This can significantly reduce on-arrival inspections—down to as little as 5%—potentially saving time and costs.

More information is available on  this link.

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