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Dear Customers,
Please find following information regarding upcoming planned GRI (General Rate Increases) as forecasted by AADA (Asia-Australia Discussion Agreement).

2008 - AADA Business Plan to Australia

* AADA - East Asia (NPRC / SPRC / HKG / TWN)
1. Rate restoration
1st Stage 2nd Stage 3rd Stage
Jan 19th, 08 July 01st, 08 Sept 15th, 08
USD200 / TEU USD350 / TEU USD350 / TEU

2. PSS USD250 per TEU (effective date T.B.C.)

* AADA - South East Asia and South Asia
1. Rate restoration
1st Stage 2nd Stage 3rd Stage
Jan 01st, 08 June 15th , 08 Sept 15th, 08
USD300 / TEU        USD300 / TEU        USD300 / TEU

2. PSS USD250 per TEU (effective date T.B.C )

* AADA - Korea
1. Rate restoration
1st Stage 2nd Stage
July 1st, 08 Sept 01st, 08
USD350 / TEU USD350 / TEU

2. PSS USD250 per TEU (effective date T.B.C )

* AADA - Japan
1. Rate restoration
1st Stage 2nd Stage
Apr 1st, 08 Oct 01st, 08
USD250 / TEU USD 250 / TEU


Market prospect in 2008:
Carriers predict a healthy growth ex China which was supported by a continuation of the strong Australian currency and the ability of Australian government in maintaining a stable economy. Australian dollar has increased in value, therefore creating more buying power. Carriers forecast trade volume growth around 8%. We will keep you informed of further news, please don’t hesitate to contact us for any further information or clarification.

Thanks & Regards,
Michael

Aurora Global Logistics Pty Ltd
Dockwise Yacht Transport B.V
3/1 Wyuna Court
Hemmant
Queensland 4174
Australia

Tel: + 61 7 3295 0100
Fax: + 61 7 3295 0111
Cell: + 61 (0)488 799 212
michael@auroralogistics.com
www.auroralogistics.com
www.yacht-transport.com.au

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