Australia Post recently announced that it will resume all shipping services to the United States again effective September 25. This decision follows the suspension just weeks ago prompted by the new tariff rules, enacted by the Trump administration. The move to stop deliveries affected everything from gold bars. This action posed a severe burden on their customers who rely on affordable postal services for their re-exports to the U.S.
As of last month, the U.S. government slapped a tariff on parcels of very low value coming into the country. The unexpected regulatory change left Australia Post no choice but to stop delivering everything but the most essential items. They made this move in order to align with the new regulations. For Gary Starr, the executive team at Australia Post understood the impact this would have on their customers. With some measure in hand, they have since worked tirelessly to solidify support and find a path forward.
Australia Post CEO Gary Starr responded to the controversy, saying he understood the challenges for customers and Australia Post during this time. He stated, “Along with more than 190 other postal providers internationally, we’ve been caught in a fast-moving situation not of our making.” His comments highlight the broader effects of the tariff on Australia Post. They have serious implications for global postal services as well.
The executive emphasized the urgency of finding a resolution, noting that “The real impact has been on our customers who export their goods to the U.S. accessing our cost-efficient postal service, so we’ve been working around the clock to find a solution.” This commitment is a positive sign that Australia Post is serious about reversing Australia Post’s service cuts as quickly as possible.
Starr’s assurance comes after over a month of heightened tensions as global backlash mounted against recent developments. This change is expected to happen by September 25. He added, “While we are planning to lift the temporary suspension on Thursday 25 September, if we are able to lift this earlier, we absolutely will.”
For the thousands of customers who have been left in a state of limbo by reflected shipping restrictions, this announcement is a huge relief. With preparations being finalized, Australia Post aims to ensure a smooth transition back to normal operations and assist its customers in resuming their export activities.
