DECEMBER 2020 NEWSLETTER

DECEMBER 2020 Edition - Orbit Newsletter

Welcome to this month's edition of the Orbit Newsletter.

Dear Valued Partner

Unfortunately there is still no respite with supply chain costs.

If I could remind you to pay attention to your f!.fil!Y. WEB/rack report for any changes to the arrival of your orders and shipments.

Rates ex China, South East & North East Asia continue to rise with the rush into Chinese New Year.

Equipment. still poses difficulties from some NRPC Chinese Ports with a global imbalance. In some instances we continue to work with you and your suppliers to ship using 20GP, NOR and/or 40GP contain•

in advance to secure space and your container shipping requirements to minimise disruption to your supply chain.

Be assured when rates fall we will immediately reflect these in our pricing.

We continue to work at all levels of the Supply Chain and will continue to keep you Informed during these challenging times.

Orbit Logistics is ready and able to assist with any concerns you may have.

As always, there are a number of interesting articles in this month"s newsletter, but I do urge in particular to ensure all documentation for Customs Clearance is submitted as soon as possible. Its important tt

documentation and please have your office forward documents should you be on leave over this period.

From a personal view I cant thank you enough for your great support during what has been a very trying 2020.

Like all of us we hope that in 2021 we can get back to normality and continue to be able to see our loved ones with no restrictions.

Our big Christmas and New Years wish is that freight rates and transit times/sailings return to pre COVID levels.

If you would like to discuss any matters please don't hesitate to reach out personally via my mobile or email.

Thanks again for your great support, its appreciated by everyone at Orbit Logistics.

Best Regards

Glenn Allison

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Service Update -Australian/ New Zealand Ports

ShiP.R!ng Line - Auckland Port Congestion Surcharg!t

Please find an updated congestion surcharge overview with the addition of carriers now implementing surcharges to and from the port of Auckland, New Zealand. As we move into peak season with volume this will be a widespread issue that will affect global trade across various ports. MSC will soon announce similar surcharges to European ports on exports from to the UK.

This new Auckland congestion surcharge will also affect LCL shipments to and from Auckland into Australia and will be levied at a quantum of approx. US$15.00 per w/m. We are already seeing some co-lo,

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Australian Port/ Terminal Situation

As highlighted recently by one of our providers there has been a misconception that the port activity is or should be back to normal, which is unfortunately not the case. There have been various lac ongoing Industrial Action across Patricks, DP Wortd and Hutchison ports. We now are in the midst of Industrial Action being taken by the Tug Boat operator Svitzer, plus ongoing challenges with empty conta system hack coupled with recent public holidays (specific to ) and continued severe weather conditions ( & ), resulting in a gridlock within the Port Precincts, significant congestion

As we mentioned in previous updates, the Port Botany industrial action and port congestion crisis continues to see a significant increase of vessels into Melbourne. We continue to strongly recommend all cu local destination dwell times and supply chain, ensuring all new orders are placed as early possible.

Excessive volumes are forecasted over the next few weeks, with some saying they will triple the normal volumes we have seen through the ports, compounded by vessel bunching primarily into Sydney and peak season spike which will likely see delays with delivering containers on time and more importantly delays de-hiring empty containers.

Southbound ex. ASIA

Extreme vessel delays due to external factors beyond everyone's control are reaping havoc. Some of which include and are not limited to extreme weather conditions/ increased COVID-19 protocols for shii have delayed vessels until the crew can be replaced, a recent issue in Singapore - COSCO ANTWERP), berthing congestion, industrial action now on tug boats plus a host of others that we have outlined at

Space and ALL equipment types are at critical levels with all main ports in China & South East Asia affected. Where possible, the substitution of 40' equipment types to 20'GPs has had to be sought in order

Congestion and delays continue to be rife in the major hubs of Singapore and Port Ketang with delays of up to 3 weeks still reaping havoc. As advised previously some carriers are still suspending services f ports and Fremantle and ports have been severely affected as a consequence. Pressure on rail to transport from east coast Australia to W.A. has also been impacted with up to 2 - 4 weeks c

There is also 2-week minimum reported delays for cargo that is shipping ex inland China (Yangzi River) in Shanghai as the backlog there continues to mount. While some consortiums are reporting double re their utmost to control this by inducing extra loaders to clear this and only taking this cargo with no new bookings being entertained until the situation improves. Others with a clear space allocation managem however, delays are still evident and unavoidable. Priority Paid products with a premium for guaranteed loading at additional USO 500 - 800 per TEU on top of the market rates are also under pressure as o is given to these and some even being turned away as the demand is too strong. Some carriers have continued to implement premiums on 40' equipment due to the major shortages that are being faced as operational issues being faced with congestion and port omissions in Australia adding to these woes, hindering this process.

Despite the 14 day booking in advance prior to cargo ready date, some carriers are reporting lead times for booking now in excess of 3 weeks, ie. 21 days (please use this as a current guide), however, this, to cargo that has been left behind due to port omissions/ blank sailings and adverse weather conditions as Typhoon season is still very much an issue in some China origins. As we have raised before, the e time bar on the equipment interchange releases (EIR) expires (after 24 hours) if suppliers do not pick up equipment In a prompt manner and a first in first served basis is being adopted at the depots at origin expires the process has to be re-applied and at times unsuccessful.

This situation is going to persist now until at least after Chinese New Year (February 12 th , 2021) if the demand nows continue to be high versus the available supply and all forecasts are pointing to this.

Further rate Increases are expected to take place and Port Congestion Surcharges and/or PSS will continue until the situation improves.

We have seen a string of GR l's being imposed and gaining traction for the most part of this year with historical freight rates taking hold: November 1st I November 7t h (PIL) November 15 th all at quantum's ra which over 85% of these have been successfully implemented.

We are still having to compete with China to South America and USA East Coast for equipment which are among the 2 highest priced trades with rates. According to the Shanghai Containerised Freight lnde rates.

Due to the unprecedented market, there is a strong possibility for further rate hikes in December/ January at approx. USO 300.00 - USO 500.00 per TEU of which we estimate a large percentage of these w historically high freight rate levels which will set the precedence for 2021 tenders and NAC offerings if demand continues to outpace current supply with an extremely higher base being touted in comparison DECEMBER 2020 NEWSLETTER

The schedules are in chaos due to the effects of last month's Industrial Action disruption. Equipment supply is being impacted as a result of vessel delays and omissions at some ports, not Sydney as we knc Carriers advise there will be Sydney omissions planned on some services (AA 1 & AA2.).

We rarely see any rate hikes on the export trades from Australia however, given the factors as explained above, Carriers have announced a GR! to come into effect from November and also basic ocean ratE rates will also keep climbing upwards from November well into 01-2021.

Sydney port congestion surcharges and recovery costs will continue until the Port Botany situation improves. Coastal services continue to be restricted with most carriers (OOCL I COSCO/ PAE/PIL and no1 improvement until January 2021. The focus is to get International trade moving before carriers remedy their situation on the coastal trades. We continue to work with ANL on this route as they are the only ca allocation albeit small to move some cargo across for our existing clients.

We will continue to keep you updated if the situation changes as we explore all avenues to assist our customers in moving their cargo during this difficult time.

BMSB Assessment Fee

Due to the increased regulatory intervention and administrative requirements associated with the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Seasonal Measures, all seafreight cargo ex a BMSB Target Country v December 1, 2020 until the end of the season. The list of BMSB Target Countries can be found here b_ttps://www.agriculture gov.au/imoort/before/brown-marmorated-stink-bugs#what-are-the-taroet-risk-cour

MSC Announces New Port Rotations For Asia-Oceania

MEDITERRANEAN Shipping Company has announced new port rotations in its Asia-Oceania service network.

The company has decided to reshuffle its Capricorn and Kiwi Express services aiming to boost its network in the southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand markets.

Moreover, the Swiss line has announced that the former Sydney Sweeper service will be replaced by the Panda line, offering a direct connection between China and Australia.

MSC aims, with this enhanced network, to offer customers operating businesses in China, Southeast Asia and Oceania, fast and reliable services to respond to their needs," the company said in an announc

Capricorn's new port rotation is to be Singapore - Fremantle - Adelaide - Melbourne - Bluff - Napier - Tauranga - Auckland - Brisbane - Jakarta - Tanjung Pelepas

The first sailing of the updated service is to see the 3,400TEU MSC Banu leave Singapore on 20 December.

The Kiwi Express' updated rotation will be Singapore - Jakarta - Brisbane - Sydney - Auckland - Nelson - Wellington - Lyttleton - Port Chalmers - Brisbane - Tanjung Pelepas. while the 2008-built Northe

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PANDA Port rotation: Ningbo - Shanghai - Hong Kong - Yantian - Brisbane - Sydney - Melbourne

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It's hoped that this will give some well earned relief to the space and rales issues we are all experiencing.

We will keep you Informed as changes to the market keep developing.

Should you need any further information please don't hesitate to contact us - [email protected]

ZIM (Gold Star Line) Service - Increased Capacity Coming to Market

Gold Star Line is pleased to announce the launch of their new service. the China to Australia 2nd Express Service. per the below advisory connecting South-East Asia and South China to East Coast Australia, the introduction of the C2A service offers a wealth of opportunity for our customers in need of a fast, direct service to and from Thailand

This is a new service will compliment their recently introduced CAX service.

They have now created a new loop. effective from mid-December.

CAX(Loop 1): Xia men - Ningbo - Shanghai - Sydney- Melbourne - Brisbane {They have taken out Yantian as a load port and replaced with Xia men)

CA2(Loop 2): Laem Chabang - Ho Chi Minh - Nansha - Yantian - Sydney - Melbourne - Brisbane (Added South East Asia ports, Nansha and Yantian)

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See details below on the Ports of call. vessel capacity and transit times;

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It's hoped that this will give some well earned relief to the space and rates issues we are all experiencing.

We will keep you informed as changes to the market keep developing.

Initially we don't see any impact on rates as these routes have capacity requirements in excess of available shipping space.

However as volumes level out we should see some benefits. This is always dependent on the shipping lines and its hoped that blank sailings aren·t used as a tool by the larger lines to retain the current marl

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Congestion Concerns In Melbourne

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CONGESTION in parts of the western Melbourne container freight precinct has been reported, particularly around empty container parks.

A range of issues have been noted. These include limited operating hours, spillover from similar congestion in Sydney, the China ban on Australian logs which previously helped clear out low quality shippinf pre-Christmas rush.

Containerspace managing director Mark Paterson said there was a need for more ECPs to extend their operating hours and commence trading from Sam through to 5 or even 6pm. "Opening their depots on Saturday mornings would be beneficial as most carriers are operating minimum six days per week to cater for the container volumes currently entering the Port of Melbourne," Mr P,

'The backlog in Sydney due to industrial disputes has also impacted the empties exiting Melbourne as the shipping lines put resources into that region to clear the empties back to Asia contributing to conge,

Union sources have talked of"container parks full of empty containers and not moving" and "congestion the worst it's ever been".

Allied Seafreight managing director Janice O'Connor said the issue was hurting the transport sector.

'The empty yards are absolutely disgraceful, we cannot get slots for days and the demurrage is then pushed back onto the carriers. Including the additional costs of bringing the containers back to our yard,"

"Larger carriers are finding it even more difficult, it is creating massive congestion for all carriers. Our operators spend most of the day begging for slots."

Ms o·connor said some empty container parks had Increased their charges by up to 80% during the last year.

•we are seeing no operational improvements as a result of this and seems to be just a way of revenue raising,· she said.

Ms O'Connor said Matchbox, a new model for exchanging boxes and challenging the empty park model, was offering a strong alternative to the traditional empty park model, however the shipping lines with

"Direct de-hires to the terminals Is equally inefficient due to the lack of slots." she said.

•carriers have to on-charge the additional costs for direct terminal de-hires as we are in the same queue for a laden container and if we are running a bulk run we cannot combine the slots."

In some cases, congestion has led to issues with local councils, notably outside the OCS facility in Brooklyn, owned by COSCO.

Brimbank City Council director city development Kelvin Walsh said they were aware "that there have been recent issues with trucks queueing along Jones Road and Old Geelong Road in Brooklyn while the: Jones Road".

"The site operators have been issued with a number of planning infringement notices for non-compliance with permit conditions," Mr Walsh said.

"Council officers will continue to monitor the situation and work. with the site operators to address this issue within the powers available to us.

"We are aware that it is having an impact on surrounding businesses as well as the safe functioning of the roads in the area."

OCS was approached for comment.

A spokesperson for Patrick also confirmed congestion, noting "strong import and empty container volumes plus lots of vessels significantly off-window due to PIA delays In October causing delays [out oij As

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Freight and Trade Alliance director Paul Zalai said it was ·only a matter of time· before congestion at the Sydney ECPs started to impact those in Melbourne.

"Whilst not at the critical levels being experienced in Sydney, volumes of full imports are increasing and empty exports decreasing due to a range of issues." he said.

Mr Zalal noted several causes:

• vessel rotations meaning they load extra empties in Sydney prior to calling in Melbourne and have less space for Melbourne empties

• while trying to get back on schedule some vessels are cutting/ running from Melbourne only moving full containers.

"However industry do acknowledge that the ECPs and Port of Melbourne have been very proactive identifying a number of land parcels that could be available should the situation worsen," Mr Zalai said.

"The more worrying situation at present is lack of resources and funding available within the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment lo manage the increased volumes into Melbourne and the

"Unacceptable delays are impacting the processing of entries through the COLS systems, inspections and release of containers post treatment."

He said the FTA was in constant dialogue with the department to manage members concerns.

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MSC Rachele Breaks Record In Melbourne

Posted by Paula Wallace I 26th November, 2020

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has just set a record for the heaviest container vessel to ever enter the Port of Melbourne. The record was set when 8500 TEU conlainer ship MSC Rachele success arrival draught of 14.0 mt and an arrival displacement of 123,900 ton.

This achievement is set in the context of exceptionally strong import container trade volumes into Australia, particularly from Asia.

Kevin Clarke, managing director MSC ANZ said, "MSC is acutely aware that we are a key actor in the global supply chain. This year, ii has been more vital than ever lhat MSC's services throughout Oceania these increased volumes.

*The subsequent rebounds in trade flows we are now seeing after the easing of lockdowns underscores the strategic importance of being able to offer Australian importers and exporters a flexible and reliabl

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Wild Weather Causes Brisbane Port Disruption

Posted by David Sexton I 14th December 2020

TORRENTIAL rain and strong winds resulted in disruption to pilotage operations at Brisbane over the weekend.

As has been widely reported, heavy rain occurred across much of south-east Queensland, with beach closures and minor flooding.

There were reports of as much as 700mm falling in the Gold Coast hinterland.

"The wet and windy weather has caused some disruption to port operations. Specifically, there has been a number of temporary suspensions of pilotage operations." a Port of Brisbane spokesperson said.

"Landside operations have been largely unaffected, however we urge all customers and tenants to follow the strict container stacking protocols and remain cautious when driving on port roads."

Maritime Safety Queensland general manager Angus Mitchell said the harbour master decided around midday Sunday to pause pilotage and this was extended at around 6am local time on Monday.

·we were seeing eight-plus metre swells on the wave rider bouy off Point Cartwright (near Mooloolaba)." Mr Mitchell said.

MSQ later updated their advice noting •a limited window" to get pilots on a few inbound vessels late on Monday afternoon.

"No operations are planned for [Monday night] and [we will] recommence at dawn [Tuesday] pending a final assessment being favourable," MSQ stated.

The bad weather has also resulted in the closure of the depots of some local logistics companies.

Stevedores downplayed any impact. A Patrick spokesperson said they had experienced "no specific issues• and were awaiting a decision by the harbour master, while a spokesperson for Hutchison said tha

The Bureau of Meteorology reported very heavy rain in Brisbane for the remainder of Monday before easing to lighter falls on Tuesday.

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Large Container Loss Reported In The Pacific

Posted by David Sexton I 4th December, 2020

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A CONTAINER ship is reported to have lost in the order of 1900 containers over the side during a voyage from Yantian In China to Long Beach In the US.

The ship involved was the ONE Apus, a 14,000TEU. Japanese-flagged vessel, launched last year.

It was apparently hit with wild weather north-west of Hawaii.

In a statement issued on 3 December, the owners, Chidori Ship Holding LLC, and managers, NYK Shipmanagement, confinned the ship was now sailing lo Kobe, Japan with an ETA of 8 December.

The priority remains on getting the vessel and crew safely to port," the joint statement read.

"Once berthed, it is expected to take some time to offload the dislodged containers that remain on board. Then a thorough assessment will be made on the exact number and type of containers that have be,

So far there has been no mention of injuries.

"Whilst it remains unsafe for the crew to conduct close-quarter inspections of the impacted container bays at sea, It is estimated that the number of lost or damaged units could exceed 1,900, of which some,

the joint statement read.

·once the ONE Apus is in port and deemed safe, a full investigation will be conducted into this incident in conjunction with the flag state and the relevant maritime authorities."

The number of containers involved dwarfs any Incidents in Australia, with prominent cases in the Australian exclusive economic zone including the YM Efficiency (81 containers) in 2018 and the APL Englan,

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Qantas Opens Lounge Doors to Frequent Flyers Who Switch

Qantas Frequent Flyer is offering top tier members of other airline loyally programs the opportunity to fast track their flying status when they switch to Qantas.

This is the first time the national carrier has made an offer like this and follows a large number of enquiries about joining the program from members of other domestic and international airline loyally program the consequence of changes in the local market as well as restrictions on overseas travel.

Individuals who hold eligible loyally status with a qualifying airline program are invited to switch and take advantage of the Qantas Status Fast Track-an offer to earn 100 status credits in 3 months to qualif)

for Qantas' Gold tier. In addition to helping expedite their status in the program the offer also includes 90 days of complimentary access to the airline's network of Qantas Club lounges and extra checked

baggage.

Gold tier benefits with Qantas include lounge access across Qantas and oneworld airline lounges globally, preferential seating and priority access to reward seats, as well as priority check-in. boarding and u

Those wishing to transfer from a higher flying tier - Platinum and Platinum One equivalents - will only be able to transfer to Qantas' Gold status, rather than have their status matched. Reaching a higher Ire, requirements within a Membership Year.

Qantas Loyalty CEO Olivia Wirth said Qantas Frequent Flyer is one of the most popular airline loyally programs in the world and has remained so despite the challenges faced by the aviation industry this ye https://mailchi.mp/orbitlogistics/september-newsletter-4694823?e=[UNIQID] 1011• DECEMBER 2020 NEWSLETTER

"People know exactly what to expect when they fly with Qantas, whether its complimentary food and drinks, baggage, Wi-Fi or access to dozens of lounges around Australia,

"The loyalty of our existing frequent flyers during this crisis has been amazing and they've kept earning points on the ground knowing they'll be travelling again soon. We've returned the favour by providing

tangible improvements, like a 50 per cent increase In the number of reward seats on domestic flights.·

By early December, eligible Qantas Frequent Flyers will have access to 30 of the 35 domestic and regional lounges across the airline's network.

Registrations for the Qantas Status Fast Track close 18 December 2020. For more information visit gantas.com/statusfasttrack.

Qantas Frequent Flyer Gold Status key benefits:

• Priority check-in • Priority baggage • Extra checked baggage allowance • Priority boarding

• Access to premium security lanes

• On Departure Upgrade requests for domestic flights in Australia • Preferred seating • Preferential access to selected Qantas Classic Flight Reward seats • International Flight Classic Upgrade Reward Request Priority • 75% more Qantas Points on eligible flights

• Benefits of oneworfd® Sapphire status around the world with privileges like preferred seating, priority • check-in, regardless of the class of travel.

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Typically, members are required to earn 700 status credits to reach Qantas Frequent Flyer's Gold tier and 600 status credits to retain the benefits each membership year.

What does earning 100 Status Credits look like?

• Sx return economy trips Sydney to Melbourne

• 1x return business class trip Melbourne to Cairn

Meeting with the Deputy Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environmen1

In response to members concern, representatives from Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) met with Andrew Tongue, Deputy Secretary, Biosecurity & Compliance Group, and Lee Cale, Acting First Assistant Se, Agriculture, Water and the Environment (the department) to discuss the current performance levels in a number of department services.

FTA firstly acknow1edged the level of support and engagement from the directors and assistant directors of the relevant work groups especially in these challenging circumstances.

We referenced JAN 204--2020 that advised emergency measures to respond to khapra beeUe may impact the departments capacity to meet published service standards.

FTA raised the following specific issues:

Inspections Volumes of imports are surging, congestion and schedule changes in Sydney have caused an increase in volumes into Melbourne. Information provided indicates that department is trying to manage a 70% Members and shipping lines alike report full vessels until at least mid February 2021 I Chinese New Year. FTA stressed that it was not acceptable for the next available inspection date to be 10+ business days. The costs to industry on this are particularly burdensome.

Document processing The current situation of 2-5 days, in some cases more, is unacceptable. We noted that previous advice from the department was to lodge early, however feedback from members who upload documents 7+, until the vessel arrival date or after.

Treatment results Delays of 2+ business days for a consignment to be released post onshore treatment at an Approved Arrangement. The expectation of the importer is that once the treatment is complete is that it be availab

days to obtain release is exacerbated if treatment is completed on or near a weekend.

Discretionary compensation • The deparlment offers a scheme where claims can be made against it for actions that caused financial harm to the Importer. Members have reported submitting claims and n,

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• provide transparency on current service standards.

That's where the good news ends as it was apparent from today's discussions that the department Gustifiably) will not Jeopardise biosecurity risks yet acknowledged that they have insufficient resources to m

Due to budgetary constraints preventing deployment of additional resources,

there is no doubt that service delivery delays will continue to deteriorate.

FTA will continue to engage at departmental executive level and will escalate concerns to Minister For Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud.

As always. we will continue to keep members updated on developments.

Refer to our earlier notice sent to members HERE. Previous correspondence to Mr Tongue can be accessed HERE

Sourced from: Sal Milici - Head of Border and Biosecurity FTA / APSA

NZ Quarantine Declaration Form (REVISED FORM)

Please see below, the revised Odee Format

NZ Biosecurity announced implementation process for this NEW Quarantine Declaration Form

Reason is to comply with Updated NZ Biosecurity 2021 Quarantine regulations for all Import shipments by Seafreighl into NZ as of 01/02/2021

This New Form now to be completed for all New shipments Imported into NZ

Please ensure all new bookings apply new form as Imported goods unable to be Quarantine cleared unless this form completed correctly in advance of Arrival of goods into NZ

Please Note:

There are Transitional time/ines during Implementation stage to new form only being acceptable as of 01/02/2021.

However, NZ Biosecurity requesting all New shipments commence utilising New Form now to avoid any delays and/or rejected declarations

Please produce this Sea Container Declaration on the your own Exporter or Packer Letterhead. Please complete the form and delete options for answers that do not apply.

EA CONTAINER QUARANTINE DECLARATION FOR NEW ZEALAND Cleanliness, Restricted Packaging and Wood Packaging Declaration Container Number(s) essel Name: oyage Number(s):

1. Cleanliness: At the time of packing, was the container(s) Yes or No inspected internally and externally, and found to be clean and (delete option no ree from contamination with animal material, live organisms, applying) plant material, soil and water?

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v v exempt from these requirements (such as Plywood or Medium applying) Density Fibreboard)? Note: Certification is not required for ISPM-15 treated/marked wood packaging. I 3b. If the answer to Question 3a is "No", has the wood been es, No or Not reated in another way and certified as per the Import Health pplicable Standard? If the wood was treated, how was this done? (delete option no If a treatment certificate was provided, it must be attached to this iapplying) orm.

- Date Container is Sealed (where applicable)

Important Guidance Information for Containers that Require Treatment K:;ontainers that require treatment, either for the contents or the container itself, !should be packed with sufficient space for the appropriate treatment to be effective iand compliant, please contact your Treatment Provider to discuss packing requirements for the treatments.

I CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT igned:

Name and Position in Company:

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