YSA extend an invitation to FTA and APSA members to join industry colleagues at Parliament House for a canapé lunch and hear from three experts as they discuss the outlook of the shipping industry and opportunities for career development - a tremendous opportunity to network with industry peers ... read more |
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26.3.2018 Maersk FAK rates rise from North, Central and WC South America ... read more |
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26.3.2018 UPDATED SHIP SECURITY SURCHARGE – VIETNAM
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26.3.2018 AAX SERVICE FREMANTLE OMISSION |
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26.3.2018 ENGINE BREAKDOWN - ANL BAREGA (OVSA PSW)
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26.3.2018 VESSEL CHANGEOUT – ANP (TRIDENT/OC1) |
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26.3.2018 NZ-ASIA PEAK SEASON: RESTRICTED SPACE FOR EXPORT RELAY |
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26.3.2018 GUIDELINES ON HOW TO MAKE PAYMENTS TO MOL AND ONE... read more |
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26.3.2018 OOCL AUSTRALIA'S MARCH NEWSLETTER IS NOW AVAILABLE |
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26.3.2018 GUIDELINES ON HOW TO MAKE PAYMENTS TO MOL AND ONE |
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26.3.2018 TRUCKING SHORTAGES IN USA STILL AFFECTING DELIVERIES |
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26.3.2018 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IS COMING: GET ON BOARD
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26.3.2018 US DRIVER SHORTAGE, TRUCKING COSTS NOW HITTING BOTTOM LINE
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24.3.2018 PORT WEST A MAGNET FOR MAJOR PROPERTY DEALS
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24.3.2018 IATA SIGNIFICANT STEP FORWARD IN THE DIGITIZATION OF THE DANGEROUS GOODS SUPPLY CHAIN |
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24.3.2018 IATA DIGITIZATION, TRADE FACILITATION, SAFETY AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT TOP AGENDA AT WCS |
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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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26.3.2018 MEDIA RELEASE - INDUSTRY BODIES UNITE IN FIGHT FOR EXPORT COMPETITIVENESS |
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26.3.2018 ONE OF AUSTRALIAS BIGGEST EXPORTERS IS USING 1-STOP MODAL |
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19.3.2018 PORT OF MELBOURNE - MONTHLY OVERSEAS CONTAINER TRADE REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2018
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20.3.2018 HUTCHISON PORT BOTANY - BERTH CHANGE FOR ANL ELANORA V.18017
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20.3.2018 HUTCHISON - PORT BOTANY - OPERATIONS TO RESUME 0400
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21.3.2018 INDUSTRIAL ACTION - HUTCHISON - PORT BOTANY
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22.3.2018 UPDATE - LYTTELTON INDUSTRIAL ACTION – MAERSK
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23.3.2018 CBAFF NZ - NEWSLETTER
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24.3.2018 New Zealand Customs Release Issue 449 ... LOGIN REQUIRED |
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24.3.2018 NZ CUSTOMS RELEASE CORRECTION TO ISSUE 449 23RD MARCH 2018
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24.3.2018 CBAFF NZ - NEWSLETTER
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Global Finance Report Weekly Market Commentary Equity markets continued to unwind under the threat of global trade wars. The Trump administration has announced the imposition of tariffs of up to $60 Billion on Chinese trade. This is the opening salvo on negotiations designed to curtail Chinese theft of 'intellectual property' and address the massive trade imbalance. China has responded with retaliatory tariffs but they can only lose this war. They have an enormous trade surplus with the USA and 'free trade' has allowed this to flourish. Chinese markets have been protected by their own tariffs/trade restrictions, impeding trade partners, while taking advantage on free markets in the US. Command economies have worked well, as Asian Tigers have demonstrated, but challenges are here. Free Trade is transitioning to 'fair trade' and reciprocity!
The Dollar has suffered, with the EUR jumping to 1.2350, while the Yen has hit 104.50! This is a temporary reaction to 'trade wars' and the Feds activities should ensure the continued performance of a strong Dollar. The Central Banks that have been mired in the previous monetary cycle, should perform accordingly. The ECB, RBA, RBNZ and BoJ continue with QE, supporting vulnerable economies, thereby undermining their currencies. The NZD will open the week above 0.7200, while the AUD remains vulnerable, drifting below 0.7700.
Easter arrives this coming week so a shortened trading week should provide plenty of action. ... read more |  |
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Potential levy on low value goods |
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Thursday 22 March started by realising that an FTA commentary provided the day before reached the front page of the SMH and the Age (and then the wider Fairfax press). Then a wave of radio interviews (Wendy Harmer & Robbie Buck, 2GB, 3AW, 6PR, ABC National) then in front of the channel 7 and 10 cameras and finally live in the ABC studio - CONCLUSION - a new potential levy on Internet goods seems to be of public interest !!
Extended deadline for submissions is now 31 March ... refer HERE |
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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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Australian shippers reject mandatory slow steaming measuresDCN - Monday, March 26, 2018by Travis Brooks-Garrett - FTA / APSA |
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As a remote geographical area, Australia should be very cautious about endorsing such measures. Shippers around the world have expressed concerns slow steaming will translate to higher supply chain costs and extended lead times undermining JIT deliveries. ... read more |
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MHD - EUROPE FOLLOWS AUSTRALIA WITH NEW E-COMMERCE LAWS |
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With members including Alibaba, Ebay and the major logistics providers, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) was invited to provide evidence to the Productivity Commission inquiry that reviewed the legislation and how it would impact international logistics operators .. read more |
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5 days remain for the current CPD / CBC licensing period
Licenced customs brokers are reminded that 30 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points are required with a maximum of 12 points in Stream B counting towards your total.
To maintain your NCCC 19.1. or AEPCOMM 19.2 Approved Arrangement status, you MUST complete CBC Information Session 17 - 18/01 before 31 March 2018.
To maintain AEPCOMM 19.2. you should have already completed CBC Activity 17 - 18/02 (Please note - DAWR required this be completed by 31 July 2017). Before proceeding with enrolment at this late stage, you MUST first obtain approval from DAWR at broker.accreditation@agriculture.gov.au
You can check your progress by accessing your online Attainment Record which provides details of your CPD / CBC completed by attending our face-to-face events and online courses - a short instructional recording is available HERE
Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) provides CPD / CBC courses online with payment on a per course basis or for unlimited access at a package of $165 (incl GST) - further members discounts apply for businesses with bulk registrations.
For further detail contact me at czalai@FTAlliance.com.au
Caroline Zalai - FTA / APSA
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22.3.2018 Launch of BorderWise Single Window Tariff (AU) and offer to new FTA members
CargoWise One customers, who are also FTA members, will have access to BorderWise Single Window Tariff (AU) included in the CargoWise One Customs module at no cost ... read more |
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24.3.2018 MAN RETURNS FROM SERBIA TO FACE COURT OVER 1.28-TONNE COCAINE SEIZURE
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26.3.2018 UPDATE 1 - BORDERWISE SINGLE WINDOW TARIFF (AU) AND SPECIAL OFFER TO NEW FTA MEMBERS
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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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22.3.2018 TRADE TALK E-NEWSLETTER 22ND MARCH 2018
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Obtain your 30 CPD points for the 2018 / 2019 period by simply attending two events |
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24.3.2018 ABF TWO ARRESTED AFTER THREE TONNES OF MOLASSES TOBACCO SEIZED IN VICTORIA
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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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"Don't be a Jeff"
The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources have just launched a new community-focused biosecurity webpage and series of short animated videos entitled 'Don't be a Jeff', which aim to engage the public on what biosecurity is, why it matters and what their role is in the system.
The videos follow the story of a well-intentioned but hapless character, Jeff, in scenarios that compromise biosecurity. Jeff is shown mishandling farm biosecurity, improperly disposing of fish and not declaring a souvenir when re-entering the country from overseas. The videos are another way we can increase awareness around biosecurity. They are presented in a fun and engaging way and we are encouraging the sharing of the videos through social media channels.
If you feel that these videos may resonate with your stakeholders, you are welcome to share them through your own social media channels to help promote shared responsibility in biosecurity.
You can visit the page, watch the videos and share the content through agriculture.gov.au/dontbeajeff.
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13.3.2018 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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13.3.2018 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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19.3.2018 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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20.3.2018 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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20.3.2018 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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20.3.2018 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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22.3.2018 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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22.3.2018 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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23.2018 DAWR IMPORT INDUSTRY ADVICE NO 28-2018 - INCREASE TO THE COST RECOVERY CHARGE FOR VESSELS |
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23.2018 DAWR IMPORT INDUSTRY ADVICE NO 29-2018 - COLS LODGEMENT PRE-PAYMENTS THROUGH THIRD-PARTY CARGO LOGISTICS SOFTWARE |
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24.2018 30-2018 - BICON WILL BE UNAVAILABLE 21:00 TUESDAY 27TH MARCH TO 01:00 WEDNESDAY 28TH MARCH 2018 (AEDT) |
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24.2018 30-2018 - DAWR IMPORT INDUSTRY ADVICE NO. 25-2018 - BROWN MARMORATED STINK BUG (BMSB) RISK SEASON 2017-18 - AMENDED PROCESS FOR LCL CONTAINERISED GOODS 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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24.3.2018 DOHA TC GAZETTE NO 18/11 21ST MARCH 2018
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23.2018 DO YOU HAVE 20+ EMPLOYEES- LEGISLATIVE CHANGES TO PAYROLL? |
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 | Crowe Horwath The Australian Government has made an important legislative change to payroll reporting for all medium and large employers. This change is called Single Touch Payroll (STP), and it will impact all employers with 20 or more employees ... read more |
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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
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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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JOIN THE ALLIANCE!
The Australian peak Shippers' Association (APSA) and Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) ... 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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26.3.2018 PROGRAM - GLOBAL SHIPPERS FORUM & ICHCA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION |
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9 APR 2018 : Young Shipping Australia presents"2018 Shipping Industry Outlook Event" [...]
10 APR 2018 : NSW - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
18 APR 2018 : Queensland Industry Operational Training Session [...]
19 APR 2018 : WISTA - QLD Movie Night [...]
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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