How to Get a New FernMark – and Receive Instant Credibility

3-minute read

A new FernMark, embedded with augmented reality and including a global trademark monitoring programme, is now available to help exporters market their products internationally.

Do not Miss Canton Import and Export Fair (3 Practical Tips)

2-minute read (3-minute watch)

One of the globe’s great trade fairs will commence in Guangzhou province, in southern China, and according to the representative of the China Foreign Trade Centre it will be one of the biggest yet.

Why is Your Shipment Delayed? (How to Avoid Common Issues)

3-minute read

Many importers and exporters question why does it take so long to go through the New Zealand border? Easy Freight has received the following update from MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries). Unfortunately, it happens several times a year and it is not an isolated case. Therefore, we recommend that you send documents to your Customs broker at least 2-3 weeks before it arrives in New Zealand.

How does Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) Affect You and NZ

2-minute read

Negotiations for the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement have been successfully concluded.  It involves 12 Asia-Pacific countries, which together account for 36 percent of the world’s economy.

This agreement will deliver significant benefits to New Zealand – it will support more jobs, higher incomes, and provide a better standard of living for New Zealanders.

You’re Paying False Import Charges and Don’t Even Know That

6-minute read

Recent complaints made by importers against several freight forwarder charges are disturbing. It shows that there is a structural problem in the way importers are doing business, and a lack of clarity as to what ‘rules’ apply.

Should New Zealanders Fund Rail and Road?

5-minute read

Is it time to radically change our thinking in terms of rail? Should we stop expecting a financial profit from the rail, and start to recognise its more strategic importance in our national transport infrastructure?

5 Aspects of a Perfect Import Business (Number 3 is a Gem!)

4-minute read

Our job is to cut costs and save time for importers and exporters. We would like to share some of the insider secrets with you.

What Problems to Expect When Exporting to China (And How to Avoid Them)

3-minute read

“It is highly recommended that all companies do their due diligence before committing to the overseas market”. This was the main message from Mr Paul Smith, NZ Customs Counsellor.

The Do’s and Don’ts When Working with an Overseas Supplier

4-minute read

Interview with Aaron Muir from Argus Tracking. Aaron Muir is a director of Auckland-based firm Argus Tracking, which has had its asset management hardware manufactured in multiple countries.

2 Shocking Facts You Need to Know About Imported Flowers

2-minute read

The New Zealand Flower Growers Association (NZFGA) wants imported flowers to be labelled as imports so consumers can make an informed choice about whether to buy them.