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OFFICIAL SHIPPING PARTNERS | Helutrans, Lotus, Eythos
S.E.A Focus will be working with 3 Official Shipping Partners: Helutrans, Lotus, Eythos. Please find more information on each shipper below, as well as their contact information.
Helutrans established in 1979, stand at the forefront of art handling, shipping, and storage services in Asia, are pioneers in the industry with offices based in Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, and Yogyakarta. One of the key highlights of their services is suspended GST on temporary imports. This is possible via the Zero-GST Licensing Warehouse administered by the Singapore Customs, also known as a Bonded Warehouse. With their Bonded Warehouse services, exhibitors can import their artworks directly into their bonded facilities without paying any upfront GST for an indefinite period. The artworks are allowed to be transferred out to the approved venue (such as ART SG at Marina Bay Sands) upon the Custom’s approval. Exhibitors will only pay import GST when the artworks are removed from Helutrans’ bonded warehouse for LOCAL purchase.
For any questions or if you wish to use their services please contact: info-artsg@helutrans.com.
Lotus specializes in the packing, handling, transport, storage, and installation of fine arts, with offices in Hong Kong and Singapore. All shipments will be imported into Singapore with Temporary Permit or Bonded Import with Lotus’ bonded license. Import GST will be suspended upon importation for artwork imported for exhibition and storage at Lotus’ bonded warehouse. NO deposit is required. Import GST is not applicable for subsequent export as long as the export is handled by Lotus. Import GST is applicable if the artwork is sold and remains in Singapore for personal consumption.
For any questions or if you wish to use their services please contact: singaporeoffice@lotus-art.com.
Eythos is a company providing storage and logistics services for the art world, offering secure art storage, professional art handling, and tailored global and local transport solutions for artists, collectors, galleries, art fairs and institutions.
For any questions or if you wish to use their services please contact: Alex Kang +852 6445 4450, Alex.kang@eythos.com; or Zohra Azi +852 8493 0311, Zohra.azi@eythos.com.
SHIPPING DEADLINES
Kindly note that the below is just a guideline for working purposes and based on the current schedule. Exhibitors are recommended to check with their shippers when the dates are nearer for more updates and accurate information, shipping deadlines may vary depending on the appointed shipper. If you are handcarrying artwork into Singapore, it needs to be delivered directly to Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre on 21 January 2026.
SHIPPING DELIVERY INFORMATION
If you are not using any of the official shippers above, please get in touch with Vanessa, our Operations Manager, with the contact name and contact email of your shipper. She will send over further details for delivery of your artwork to MBS.
INSURANCE
It is highly recommended that all Exhibitors take out All Risk Artwork Insurance for shipping and duration in Singapore, including storage after the event. S.E.A. Focus and ART SG will not be liable for any artwork damages. This cover is designed to protect your exhibits “nail to nail” for both the duration of the Fair and whilst in transit to and from the Fair. The policy covers for “all risks” including but not limited to theft, fire, water and accidental damage.
Kindly submit a Certificate of Insurance and submit it through the form below before 14 November 2025.
Please note that for exhibitors who do not submit artwork insurance before 14 November 2025, it will be taken that you have agreed to indemnify S.E.A. Focus and ART SG from any artwork damage, theft or loss during transportation of works to and from Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre and throughout the exhibition period.
Further Information
Further Information
Taxes in Singapore
Taxes in Singapore
All shipments into Singapore are subjected to 9% Goods and Services Tax (GST) starting from 1 January 2024.
Bonded Status
Bonded Status
Our official shippers can import your shipments with GST suspended under the Zero-GST warehouse scheme as long as the works are stored at their licensed premise.
GST is applicable once the goods are removed from the licensed premise except for framing and restoration.
Artworks imported under the Zero-GST warehouse scheme remain under customs control until they are customs cleared when GST payable is settled and/or temporary permit status being offset as per Singapore Custom’s record.
Packing Guidelines
Packing Guidelines
To ensure that your artwork arrives safely and on time, do ensure that all packages are packed and built to international shipping standards. Below are some guidelines:
Strong, waterproof cases that can withstand natural elements
Opening sides of crates should use screws instead of nails
Lifting points, weight distributors and handling directions on each case/packing should be indicated
Wrap all items separately
Use new rigid/double wall cardboard, as reused boxes could easily get damaged
Artwork Security
Artwork Security
We take security at the fair very seriously. Internal security patrols will be carried out, along with spot checks and bag searches, but the Organisers cannot accept any responsibility for loss, damage or accident.
If you require additional security for any of the works shown, kindly contact us at galleries@seafocus.sg.
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