Shipping Agency Services and Import / Export Documentation

For Charterers / Operators

  • Bills of Lading
  • Stowage Plan
  • Statement of Fact
  • Laytime Statements 
  • Certificate of Origin
  • Provide customs EDN
  • Accept Notice of Readiness
  • Prepare Shippers Declaration for Master via vessel agent 

Ship Owner Agency Services

  • Confirmation of port restrictions and any port operating practices
  • Objective view on any port or berth congestion
  • Verification of accuracy of proforma disbursement account provided by charterer's agent
  • Reporting on port call operation in format required by owner
  • Attendance on board vessel throughout entire port call if required
  • Review and resolution assistance in relation to cargo documentation
  • Where reconciliation is not possible, OPA can issue letters of protest as per owner's requirements
  • Assistance with any crew-related issues such as medical visits, certificates, crew changes, Customs or domestic police inquiries / investigations etc
  • Assistance with AMSA issues, vessel repairs, surveyor inspections and technician escorts
  • Chart and publication supply
  • Cash to Master

Recreational Yacht Import/Export & Logistics

Newcastle is a designated port of entry/exit for international inbound/outbound recreational yachts. Newcastle boast some of the best marina, provision and repair and commissioning services in Australia and is in close proximity to Sydney, without the price tag. Clark Shipping can assist with the following service for recreational yacht owners wishing to enter or exit Australia, in Newcastle:

  • Customs and Quarantine inbounds and outbound clearance services
  • Assistance with berthing facilities, lift, repair and commissioning, provisioning and crew onshore accommodation
  • Supply of charts, publications and other safety equipment for necessary for domestic use