Attn: Office / Agent

We have been advised by the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) that there will be a new packing declaration format for all sea freight shipments arriving into Australia on or after the 1st of August, 2009.

The current packing declaration format will not be accepted for shipments arriving after the 1st of August, 2009.

The new packing declaration, for both FCL and LCL shipments, is attached.

Note that for shipments arriving into Australia prior to the 1st of August, the existing packing declaration must be used.

If you require any further information, please refer to the AQIS website at

http://www.daff.gov.au/aqis/import/general-info/documentary-requirements

We have asked that all consignees alert their suppliers to the change in the packing declaration, however when you are speaking with suppliers if you could also mention this new format that would assist. Similarly if you receive any packing declarations from suppliers in the old format, for shipments which are due to arrive in Australia after the 1st of August, can you please provide the shipper with the correct format to complete for that shipment.

Note that this new format is not a requirement of Dieterle & Victory, it is a requirement by the Australia government body which oversees quarantine risks in this country (AQIS) .

If a shipment is arriving into Australia on or after the 1st of August 2009 and does not have the new packing declaration, it will be delayed by AQIS and extra costs will also be incurred.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact this office.

Best Regards,