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From the Factory Floor
to Your Door in Oceania.

We manage the complete logistics chain from Chinese factory to your facility in Australia or New Zealand - freight, export documentation, import compliance, customs clearance and last-mile delivery all handled in one place.

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Why Logistics Management Matters

International Logistics is Complex. We Make it Simple.

Getting goods from a Chinese factory to your facility in Oceania involves freight booking, export documentation, Chinese customs clearance, ocean or air freight, Australian or New Zealand border clearance, biosecurity compliance and domestic delivery. A problem at any point in this chain causes delays, costs and commercial headaches.

Sino Partners manages the entire logistics chain - coordinating all parties across both ends of the supply chain with full visibility and proactive communication throughout. Your only job is to receive the goods.

Supply chain and logistics
Our Process

How We Manage Your China-to-Oceania Logistics.

A seven-stage end-to-end logistics management process covering every step from freight booking through Chinese and Australian customs to last-mile delivery at your door.

01
Freight Mode Selection and Booking

We assess your shipment requirements and recommend the optimal freight mode - sea freight, air freight or courier - based on cargo type, value, volume, urgency and cost.

  • Sea Freight: FCL or LCL sea freight from all major Chinese ports to Australian and New Zealand ports.
  • Air Freight: Air freight from China for time-sensitive, high-value or low-volume shipments where speed justifies the premium.
  • Freight Carrier Selection: Book with reliable, vetted freight carriers offering competitive rates and reliable transit performance.
  • Consolidation Opportunities: Where applicable, consolidate multiple smaller shipments into a single FCL to reduce freight costs.
02
Export Documentation Management

We prepare and manage all Chinese export documentation required for the shipment to clear Chinese customs and meet destination market import requirements.

  • Commercial Invoice: Prepare accurate commercial invoice with correct product descriptions, HS codes, values and party details.
  • Packing List: Prepare detailed packing list aligned to actual shipment contents.
  • Bill of Lading: Manage issuance of transport documents from the carrier.
  • Certificate of Origin: Obtain the appropriate certificate of origin - Form A, China-Australia FTA, RCEP or general CO - to maximise FTA tariff benefits.
  • Product Compliance Documents: Obtain and compile all required product test reports, compliance certificates and declarations needed for import clearance.
03
Chinese Customs Clearance

We coordinate with Chinese freight forwarders to ensure smooth export customs clearance at the port of departure.

  • Export Classification: Verify correct HS code classification for export declaration purposes.
  • Prohibited and Restricted Goods: Screen cargo against Chinese export restrictions and obtain any required export licences.
  • VAT Refund Coordination: Coordinate export VAT refund processing where applicable to maximise the commercial benefit to your supplier.
04
Transit Management and Tracking

We monitor your shipment throughout its transit journey and provide proactive updates on status, vessel schedule changes and estimated arrival.

  • Shipment Tracking: Real-time container or airway bill tracking with status updates at every milestone.
  • ETA Management: Monitor vessel schedules and advise on any delays or schedule changes affecting your planned arrival date.
  • Issue Resolution: Manage any transit issues - damage reports, route changes, port congestion - on your behalf with carriers.
05
Australian and New Zealand Import Compliance

We advise on and coordinate all import compliance requirements to ensure your goods clear the border smoothly.

  • Tariff Classification: Confirm correct Australian or New Zealand tariff classification for duty assessment.
  • FTA Benefit Optimisation: Ensure origin documentation is in place to claim all available FTA duty reductions under ChAFTA or RCEP.
  • Biosecurity Compliance: Advise on Australian Department of Agriculture biosecurity requirements and ensure required treatments or documentation are in place.
  • Import Permits: Identify and obtain any required Australian or New Zealand import permits for specific product categories.
06
Customs Brokerage and Clearance Coordination

We coordinate with licensed Australian or New Zealand customs brokers to process your import entry and arrange customs clearance on arrival.

  • Broker Introduction and Brief: Connect you with our network of trusted licensed customs brokers in the destination port.
  • Clearance Documentation: Provide the customs broker with all required import documentation to prepare the entry.
  • Duty and GST Payment: Coordinate payment of import duties and GST as required for clearance.
  • Clearance Confirmation: Confirm customs release and arrange cargo collection from the wharf or airport.
07
Last-Mile Delivery

We coordinate domestic transport from the port of arrival to your facility, warehouse or distribution centre.

  • Cartage Booking: Book road transport from the port to your nominated delivery address.
  • Delivery Scheduling: Schedule delivery to align with your receiving arrangements.
  • Delivery Confirmation: Confirm successful delivery and close out the shipment file.
FTA Expertise

Maximising Your Free Trade Agreement Benefits.

Australia's China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) provide significant tariff reduction benefits for goods sourced from China. Many importers leave these savings unclaimed through incorrect origin documentation or HS code classification.

  • ChAFTA: Tariff reductions or eliminations on thousands of product categories under the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement.
  • RCEP: Additional FTA benefits under the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership.
  • NZ-China FTA: New Zealand-China Free Trade Agreement tariff benefits for New Zealand-bound shipments.
  • HS Classification: Correct tariff classification to ensure the applicable preferential rate is claimed.
International freight management
Why Sino Partners

The Sino Partners Logistics Advantage.

End-to-End Visibility

One point of contact managing every party in the chain - Chinese supplier, freight forwarder, carrier, customs broker and domestic transport provider.

Proactive Communication

We keep you informed at every milestone without you having to chase. You always know where your goods are and when to expect them.

FTA Optimisation

Our team maximises your ChAFTA and RCEP benefits through correct origin documentation and HS code classification - reducing your landed cost.

Biosecurity Expertise

We understand Australian biosecurity requirements thoroughly - preventing costly border holds from incomplete or incorrect documentation.

Established Freight Networks

Access to competitive freight rates through our established relationships with freight carriers, forwarders and customs brokers.

Issue Resolution Experience

When logistics problems occur, we have the contacts, knowledge and experience to resolve them quickly and minimise commercial impact.

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