The McCullough Blog
People Smuggling and Shipping
Posted on 10th December 2013
People Smuggling and Shipping There hardly seems to be a week without a report of migrants crossing the seas in the most dangerous conditions in the hope of a better future. Fleeing wars, political or religious persecution, extreme poverty, they risk their lives in makeshift embarkations.
Read moreShipping Your Car Internationally: Pros and Cons of Shipping Methods
Posted on 30th November 2013
Shipping Your Car Internationally: Pros and Cons of Shipping Methods There are two main transport methods to ship cars overseas: Roll-On Roll-Off (RORO) or container shipping. While either is equally practical and safe for your vehicle, other considerations will influence your choice, such as cost and your port of destination.
Read moreHow to Make Importing Your Car into New Zealand Straightforward
Posted on 23rd November 2013 – Shipping Vehicles
Importing a car into New Zealand isn’t as complicated as you may think it is. Although the country does have stringent vehicle compliance regulations, they are not impossible to abide by, and as long as you have the right documentation, your vehicle will be one of the many that are being imported from overseas into the country every year without any problems.
Read moreThe Importance of Complying with MPI Requirements When Importing a Vehicle into New Zealand
Posted on 16th November 2013 – Shipping Vehicles
The Importance of Complying with MPI Requirements When Importing a Vehicle into New Zealand As an island, New Zealand has been isolated from certain pests and diseases, and the introduction of foreign species could have a disastrous effect on its ecosystem. This is why the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has put in place a set of strict rules for any import.
Read moreInternational Shipping Trends
Posted on 9th November 2013 – Shipping Vehicles
International Shipping Trends International shipping wasn’t spared by the 2008 worldwide financial crisis. The sudden decrease in consumer demand not only affected manufacturing and retailers, but also the need to transport goods. This, in turn, drove shipping prices higher, which was passed on in retail prices, and led to weaker consumption, in a seemingly inescapable vicious circle.
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