12.3.2018 MAERSK LIFTS INBOUND FAK RATES... read more |
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12.3.2018 COSCO, PIL RATE RESTORATION 1 APRIL |
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12.3.2018 RATE RESTORATION – DARWIN |
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10.3.2018 DNATA TERMINAL SERVICE FEES EFFECTIVE 02 APRIL 2018 |
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12.3.2018 PIL REVISES USA-AUSTRALIA BAF/LSF |
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12.3.2018 MAERSK JOINS PNG THC OVERHAUL |
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12.3.2018 HAPAG-LLOYD REVISES HONG KONG LOCAL CHARGES |
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12.3.2018 KIX SERVICE VESSEL DELAY |
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12.3.2018 AAX SERVICE VESSEL DELAY |
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12.3.2018 LYTTELTON INDUSTRIAL ACTION - ANL |
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12.3.2018 LYTTELTON INDUSTRIAL ACTION – MAERSK |
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12.3.2018 VESSEL CHANGEOUT – A3C SERVICE |
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12.3.2018 VESSEL CHANGEOUTS – KIX SERVICE |
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12.3.2018 VESSEL CHANGEOUT – OVSA PSW SERVICE |
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12.3.2018 VESSEL CHANGEOUT NZ-FIJI TRADE |
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12.3.2018 AC1 SERVICE VESSEL MAIN ENGINE FAILURE |
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12.3.2018 CMA CGM GROUP LAUNCHES 'CUSTOMER CENTRICITY' |
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12.3.2018 SMALL SHIPPERS USE OBG TO BETTER CARRIER DEALS |
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12.3.2018 MAERSK LOOKS TO VERTICAL INTEGRATION |
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Looking for Office Space - CEVA to lease Industrial/Warehouse |
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1801 Botany Road, Banksmeadow, NSW 2019For Lease / Price & Space Negotiable - Budget Whole Office Floorplate Available Now!1,040m² whole floorplate – take whole space or partFitted out boardroom and officesWarehouse Space can also be accommodated for suitable businesses, 77G and 1.3 licensed.Ample parking
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10.3.2018 DNATA TERMINAL SERVICE FEES EFFECTIVE 2 APRIL 2018We write to advise that dnata has completed its annual review of Terminal Service Fees for its Australian network of terminals. The revised schedule of Terminal Service Fees will take effect from 2nd April 2018... read more |
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12.3.2018 e-Flash No. 173 - 12 March 2018 |
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Tyne ACFS announces opening date of Operation - Fremantle
5.6Ha on Fremantle Port has been developed by privately owned Tzaneros Investments for Tenants Tyne ACFS and ACFS Port Logistics ... read more
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9.3.2018 ACCC DECISION ON MCS TAKEOVER |
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9.3.2018 CBAFF OF NZ NEWSLETTER 9TH MARCH 2018 |
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9.3.2018 NZ CUSTOMS RELEASE ISSUE ISSUE 447 9TH MARCH 2018 |
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Global Finance Report Weekly Market Commentary The North Korean crises took a surprising step forward, as North Korea requesting a meeting with Trump, through the South Korean conduit. The meeting is to discuss the unwinding of the North Korean nuclear program. This development is dramatic and a seeming success of Trump's aggressive policy towards an enduring global problem. 'Peace through strength' is the old Reagan doctrine and once again seems to be the way forward. The US Non-Farm Payrolls number blasted through expectations, adding 313,000 jobs for the month, which triggered a strong rally on US equity markets. German Trade and Industrial Production both contracted, while UK Trade and GDP data was expansive, drawing a contrast. The ECB left QE in place but rhetorically signalled, the end is nigh, dropping the easing bias. The Bank of Japan continued their own QE, confirming the disparity in economic cycles between Europe, Japan, Australia, NZ and the USA and UK. The EUR slipped back to 1.2300, while the Yen approached 107.00, reflecting the monetary policy stance in the different economic zones. ... read more |  |
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Summer edition "Across Borders"
Published on a seasonal basis (Winter, Spring, Summer and Autumn), Across Borders will play a vital role in keeping FTA / APSA members at the forefront of all emerging supply chain issues.
Members receive FREE hard copies of the magazine delivered to each of your regional offices ... read more
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ACROSS BORDERS - ADVERTISING PROSPECTUS"Across Borders" is a joint venture between Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and On Time Publications delivering a seasonal trade magazine (Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring). ... read more |
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The Trans-Pacific Partnership – issues for trade professionalsDCN - Monday, March 12, 2018by Russell Wiese - Hunt & Hunt Lawyers |
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Going against the protectionist trend from some parts of the world, the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) was signed last week in Chile. While the TPP no longer includes the US, it is still an agreement that will have a big impact on Australian importers and exporters.. ... read more |
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NEW ComplianceNetFTA ENHANCEMENT- CPD ATTAINMENT STATEMENT We are delighted to launch the new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Attainment Statement functionality on ComplianceNetFTA.
The statement can be downloaded or printed with your total points completed through Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) for the current customs broker licensing period (1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018).
All FTA face-to-face and online completed courses are displayed on the Attainment Statement - includes Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) and Stream A / Stream B CPD points breakdown.
Simply login to ComplianceNetFTA.com.au using your unique login details then go to / My Accounts/CPD Statement/Continue – view demonstration
Caroline Zalai - FTA / APSA
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8.3.2018 DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE TPP-11 OUTCOMES AND BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS
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8.3.2018 DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS - CHANGED BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS
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Obtain your 30 CPD points for the 2018 / 2019 period by simply attending two events
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS NOW AVAILABLE ON A "FIRST IN" BASIS
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8.3.2018 TRADE TALK E-NEWSLETTER 8TH MARCH 2018
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9.3.2018 REVIVED TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP (TPP) TRADE AGREEMENT SIGNED
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9.3.2018 HUNT & HUNT LAWYERS - THE TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP IS SIGNED - WHAT TO DO NOW
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11.3.2018 FTA JOINS MAJOR TRADE BODIES TO SUPPORT RATIFICATION OF THE CPTPP
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COMPLIANT CUSTOMSThe forwarder's broker ... customs clearance solutions for the logistics industry |  |
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Department of Home Affairs
REAL TIME NOTIFICATIONS
We have received feedback from members that that they receive timely updates as direct subscribers to the Department of Home Affairs - to avoid duplication, FTA / APSA will no longer re-send these notices on a regular basis.
We will however continue to post these online at www.FTAlliance.com.au and make details available via our Weekly Report.
To subscribe to receive notices & newsletters direct from the department, please click HERE
To subscribe to the FTA / APSA Weekly Report, please click HERE
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8.3.2018 World Trade Organization (WTO) Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) NotificationsThe World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) notifications for information or comment. ... login required |
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8.3.2018 World Trade Organization (WTO) Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) NotificationsThe World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)notifications for information or comment. ... login required |
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8.3.2018 World Trade Organization (WTO) Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) NotificationsThe World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) notifications for information or comment. ... login required |
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8.3.2018 DAWR IMPORT INDUSTRY ADVICE NOTICE 23-2018 - BROWN MARMORATED STINK BUG (BMSB) RISK SEASON 2017-18 MANDATORY TREATMENT FOR GOODS SHIPPED VIA SEA CARGO FROM ITALY
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Department of Agriculture & Water Resources
REAL TIME NOTIFICATIONS
We have received feedback from members that that they receive timely updates as direct subscribers to the Department of Agriculture & Water Resources - to avoid duplication, FTA / APSA will no longer re-send these notices on a regular basis.
We will however continue to post these online at www.FTAlliance.com.au and make details available via our Weekly Report.
To subscribe to receive notices & newsletters direct from the department, please click HERE
To subscribe to the FTA / APSA Weekly Report, please click HERE
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7.3.2018 TC GAZETTE 18/09 ... login required |
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 | Candidate of the Week SydneyOperations/Branch Manager – 6423675
We have a very strong industry candidate that possesses more than 20 years industry experience working for a variety of Int'l Freight Forwarders – ranging from Small through to Large, both Multinational. Their experience includes – Retail and Wholesale Freight, logistics coordination on major projects, customer service, key account management, staff management, EDI, DG, AQIS, and RACA etc. This candidate has excellent communication and organisational skills liaising with clients, airlines and senior management.
For further details contact Christian Merrigan:
christian@insyncpersonnel.com.au
Melbourne 10531252: Customer Service Representative
7 years working in freight forwarding. Starting in operations before moving through a variety of departments including accounts and customer service provides a wide scope of training and process structure. Looking to move into a stable team with a focus on a portfolio of accounts, our client has a calm demeanour and a warm inter-personal conduct. If you are looking to add depth and polish, get in contact today to find out more about this stand-out candidate.
For further details contact Andrew Bennett:
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North Asia Free Trade Agreement training |
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GUIDE FOR IMPORTERS AND EXPORTERSThis e-learning course has been developed to assist Australian importers and exporters take advantage of preferential tariff treatment under Australia's Free Trade Agreements with China, Japan and Korea. ... read more |
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Join us for our FREE webinar series - North Asia Free Trade Agreement
Click on the following registration links to either participate in our live webinar OR to view the final recording.
Export Trade Compliance / ChAFTA Declarations of Origin**
- CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING
Non-Tariff Barriers to Trade
- CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING
Introduction to ChAFTA / Tax Considerations Specific to the Chinese Market
- CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING
Introduction to JAEPA / Tax Considerations Specific to the Japanese Market
- CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING
Introduction to KAFTA / Tax Considerations Specific to the Korean Market
- CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING
FTAs and other issues for Agriculture exporters
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Scams, bribery and corruption - Managing risks in a dishonest world
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29 January 2018 - Methods of Entering the Chinese Market
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** courses attract customs broker CPD points - online assessment available at ComplianceNetFTA |
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The above activities have received funding from Austrade as part of the Free Trade Agreement Training Provider Grant Program. The views expressed within the activities are not necessarily the views of the Commonwealth of Australia, and the Commonwealth does not accept responsibility for any information or advice contained herein. |
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2018 ALIBABA E-COMMERCE EXPO EVENTSThe Alibaba E-Commerce Expo is Alibaba Group's flagship event program in Australia connecting brands and small businesses from Australia and New Zealand to the growing consumer market in China. ... read more |
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CPD PROGRAM RELEASED – TWO EVENTS FOR 30 POINTS – EARLY BIRD FOR FIRST-IN
CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program - Register now for the Member Early Bird discounts ... read more |
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CHAIN OF RESPONSIBILITY - EARLY BIRD RATES NOW AVAILABLE FOR FTA / APSA HOSTED EVENTSFreight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) will be hosting a series of events in coming months incorporating essential information about the new Chain of Responsibility (CoR) provisions in road law to commence from mid this year ... read more |
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JOIN THE ALLIANCE!
The Australian peak Shippers' Association (APSA) and Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) ... read more |
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INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP - FREIGHT & TRADE ALLIANCE (FTA)In response to requests and effective 1 April 2018, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) individual membership now automatically includes all online Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training. ... read more |
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WEBINARS & RECORDINGSStay at the cutting edge through participation in live webinars and access to recordings – all are FREE & EXCLUSIVE to Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) members. ... login required |
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CONTINUED BISOECURITY COMPETENCY (CBC) NCCC & AEPCOMM - APPROVED ARRANGEMENTSThe Department of Agriculture and Water Resources have advised that there will be three (3) CBC sessions in the next accreditation period - an "information" session and separate "activities" for 19.1 NCCC and 19.2 AEPCOMM Approved Arrangements.... read more |
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PROGRAM - GLOBAL SHIPPERS FORUM & ICHCA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION |
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15 Mar 2018 : WISTA QLD - Women in Focus International Women"s Day Lunch [...]19 Mar 2018 : Brisbane Airport Corporation brings to you "Routes Asia Cargo Symposium" [...]10 Apr 2018 : NSW - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]18 Apr 2018 : Queensland Industry Operational Training Session [...]8 May 2018 : GSF2018 & ICHCA International Conference & Megatrans Exhibition [...]20 Jun 2018 : QLD - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]12 Sep 2018 : QLD - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]18 Sep 2018 : Sydney - Alibaba E-Commerce Expo [...]26 Sep 2018 : NSW - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]16 Oct 2018 : VIC - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]22 Oct 2018 : Melbourne - Alibaba E-Commerce Expo [...]22 Nov 2018 : WISTA QLD - Australian Border Force Breakfast Series" [...] |
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