Last Updated: 21-August-2026
Acceptance of Terms
These Terms & Conditions govern your use of the Barny Shipping website and your engagement of our customs brokerage, freight forwarding, and related services. By using our website, submitting an enquiry, or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.
Our formal Standard Trading Conditions, provided separately at the time of engagement, form part of the agreement between you and Barny Shipping for any specific service and take precedence over this website page in the event of any conflict.
This linking clause is important — it means your real, lawyer-drafted trading conditions (the ones that actually cover liability specifics) govern the paid engagement, while this page covers general website use.
Definitions
“We,” “us,” “our” refers to Barny Shipping.”You,” “client,” “customer” refers to the person or business engaging our services or using this website.”Services” refers to customs clearance, freight forwarding, warehousing, and related services offered by Barny Shipping.”Goods” refers to any cargo, shipment, or personal effects handled on your behalf.
Services Provided
Barny Shipping provides customs brokerage, freight forwarding, biosecurity clearance liaison, warehousing, and related logistics services as described on this website. Specific services, pricing, and scope for your shipment will be confirmed in your individual quote.
We act as your agent in dealing with the Australian Border Force, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, and other relevant authorities, based on the information and documentation you provide.
Client Obligations
By engaging our services, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, complete, and truthful information and documentation relating to your shipment
- Ensure you have the legal right to import or export the goods in question
- Respond promptly to requests for additional information or documentation
- Pay all applicable duties, taxes, and fees associated with your shipment
- Notify us promptly of any changes to your shipment or contact details
- For vehicle imports, ensure the vehicle meets applicable Australian import eligibility requirements before engaging our services
We are not responsible for delays, penalties, or clearance issues arising from inaccurate or incomplete information provided by you, or from a vehicle or shipment that does not meet Australian import eligibility requirements.
Quotes, Pricing & Payment
Quotes provided are estimates based on the information available at the time and may be subject to change if actual shipment details differ (e.g. weight, volume, classification, or inspection requirements).
Payment terms will be confirmed at the time of engagement. Duties, taxes, and third-party charges (e.g. shipping line fees, storage) are the responsibility of the client and are separate from our service fees unless otherwise stated in your quote.
Third-Party & Regulatory Delays
Clearance timeframes depend on factors outside our control, including decisions by the Australian Border Force, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, shipping lines, and other third parties. We will act promptly on your behalf, but we cannot guarantee specific clearance or delivery timeframes.
Cancellations
If you cancel a service after it has commenced (e.g. after a declaration has been lodged), you may still be liable for fees incurred up to the point of cancellation, including any third-party charges already committed on your behalf.
Force Majeure
We are not liable for any failure or delay in performing our services due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, industrial action, government restrictions, or port/carrier disruptions.
Intellectual Property (Website)
All content on this website, including text, images, and logos, is the property of Barny Shipping unless otherwise stated, and may not be reproduced without our written permission.
Governing Law & Disputes
These terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Any disputes arising from these terms or our services will first be addressed through direct discussion between the parties before any formal action is taken.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Contact Us
Questions about these Terms & Conditions can be directed to:
Barny Shipping
Email: info@barnyshipping.com
Phone: +61 433 691 589
Address: 1/48-52 Yarram Street, Lidcombe NSW 2141