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Strategic Early Freight Tendering Benefits
Act now or pay later: the clock is ticking on freight contracts for the peak season. Here’s why strategic early tendering isn’t just a choice but a necessity: Cost Savings: Early tendering allows you to lock in rates before they rise. In a fluctuating market, securing...
Unleashing R&D Tax Benefits
In today's competitive landscape, innovation is key to success, but navigating the R&D Tax Incentive can be complex. Partnering with Saving Point means joining forces with a strategic ally, dedicated to optimising your clients' R&D tax benefits while ensuring...
Annual Freight Contracts as a Strategic Tool
Annual freight contracts aren't just about securing rates and capacity; they're a strategic tool for businesses aiming for stability and cost predictability in their shipping operations. By locking in rates and capacity, you're essentially putting a safety net under...
Navigating Australia’s 2024’s import Landscape
As we move into 2024, Australia's import sector is navigating a landscape shaped by transformative factors reshaping how we approach international trade: Global Economic Fluctuations: Volatility is on the rise with erratic trade policies and exchange rate...
Unveiling the Latest Trends in Australian Government Incentives
A Roadmap to Success In the ever-evolving landscape of government incentives in Australia, staying ahead of the curve is key to unlocking a roadmap to success for businesses and individuals alike. As we unveil the latest trends in Australian government grants and...
Four Tips for Running a Better International Freight RFP
Four Tips for Running a Better International Freight RFPNavigating an International Freight RFP can be a complex and time-consuming process, yet the significance of securing the best rates and services for your business can't be overstated. If you're based in...
A Golden Opportunity for AgriFood SMEs
A Golden Opportunity for AgriFood SMEs: Two Support Programs Open for ApplicationsIn a significant stride for agrifood SMEs, CSIRO and AgriFutures have unveiled two vital support programs designed to foster innovation and growth in the industry. Here we delve briefly...
Australia’s New Science Policy Framework: Understanding the Four Key Priorities
Australia's New Science Policy Framework: Understanding the Four Key PrioritiesThe Australian government has delineated a renewed science policy framework that underscores four central priorities to steer the nation's science and research trajectory over the next...
Maersk and CMA CGM Raise FAK Rates from Asia
Maersk and CMA CGM Raise FAK Rates from AsiaTwo of the world's largest shipping companies, Maersk and CMA CGM, have announced plans to increase their Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates from Asia to several destinations worldwide. Maersk will raise its FAK rates from North...
General Rate Increases (GRI)
General Rate Increases (GRI) Start to Take Hold for Carriers as Spot Rates Climb Above Long-Term Prices on Key Far East CorridorsGRIs have finally started to have an impact on the ocean freight market, with spot rates climbing above long-term prices on key Far East...