2024 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 

FTA / APSA - OPERATIONAL 

Timely and effective support - contact details

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

BIOSECURITY PROTECTION LEVY - FTA / APSA THREE POINT PLAN

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

FTA and APSA engage closely with trade, agriculture and mainstream media as a part of advocating for reforms and to increase the profile of the Australian freight and trade sectors - last week's highlights below:

The proposed mandatory code will undoubtedly be an improvement to the current regime but will be less effective than simply allowing market forces to take effect by forcing cost recovery to take place exclusively via contracted commercial parties - read more HERE

A full list of our extensive ongoing media coverage is available HERE

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

If you have any examples of having paid significant sums for storage as a result of inspection delays on CAL holds, feel free to reach out to Tom Jensen, Head of International Freight & Logistics | FTA as he would like to hear from you.

FTA / APSA - TRAINING & EVENTS

FTA SECTION 77G DEPOT & APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS FORUMS

LIMITED CAPACITY - DELEGATES TO BE ALLOCATED ON A "FIRST IN" BASIS

FTA, APSA and CTAA are delighted to host a series of upcoming Depot Forums where the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) and the Australian Border Force (ABF) senior officers will deliver presentations on emerging reforms and current compliance activity to assist in managing your Section 77G Depot and Approved Arrangement facilities. READ MORE

1 MAY 2024 : FTA NSW Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
10 MAY 2024 : FTA WA Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
15 MAY 2024 : FTA VIC Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
11 JUNE 2024 : FTA QLD Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
 

MANDATORY CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULE

The Australian Border Force (ABF) have advised under the updated Australian Customs Notice No. 2023/23 that the mandatory CPD module is now available for completion.

ALL licensed customs brokers must complete this mandatory module by 31 March 2024

Please NOTE it is ONLY available via the ABF Australian Trusted Trader (ATT) training portal - read more.

REGISTER NOW

2024 CPD BORDER COMPLIANCE PROGRAM

3 MAY 2024 : NSW CPD Border Compliance Program 
4 MAY 2024 : NSW CPD Border Compliance Program
11 MAY 2024 : WA CPD Border Compliance Program 
31 MAY 2024 : VIC CPD Border Compliance Program
1 JUNE 2024 : VIC CPD Border Compliance Program
12 JUNE 2024 : QLD CPD Border Compliance Program

By registering for one of the above events you will receive a minimum of 21 customs broker Continuing Professional Developments (CPD) points issued on an attendance basis for the customs broker licensing period 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025 and complimentary online CPD and CBC access to meet your licensing and approved arrangement requirements for the period.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

26 JULY 2024: 2024 Care-Factor Industry Charity Trade Ball, Sydney        

LOGISTICS

OneStop and BSM Global:
Celebrating 15 years of Transformative Partnership

"Data integrations stand as cornerstone strategies within OneStop's repertoire,
empowering us to fortify Australia's competitive trade landscape," says Chris Harnett,
Chief Commercial Officer at OneStop. READ MORE

Major works to duplicate the Botany Rail line and develop a new Cabramatta Loop are now complete following successful commissioning of both projects, marking the end of 2.5 years of construction. The lines are now operational, marking significant milestones for the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) and construction partners John Holland and Fulton Hogan.          READ MORE

In this issue of the NHVR "On the Road" newsletter they address;

• New Loading Guidelines

• Regulatory advice on loading and load restraint

• National Network Map 
  READ MORE

FTA & APSA, as part of the Consultative Group for the Maritime Emissions Reduction National Action Plan (MERNAP), are preparing a response to Issues Paper 3 focussing on Skills and Training which was recently released by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (the Department). Submissions for the Issues Paper 3 are now open and members are encouraged to supply feedback to Tom Jensen by 05 March 2024 for incorporation into the FTA/APSA submission. READ MORE

Warehouse and Depot Security Identification Card (WADSIC)

Inbound connects thousands of participants in licensed Sec 77G Depot and Sec 79 Warehouses around Australia through its technology platform - FTA has partnered with Inbound to provide industry with an easy way to procure compliant WADSICs. -  READ MORE 

The Port of Melbourne's Public Boat Tours are back on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 March 2024, with all proceeds going to support the thousands of courageous and resilient seafarers who work tirelessly to make sure our goods are delivered - 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. READ MORE

SEAFREIGHT

The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) is the designated peak shipper body granted status by the Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport under Part X of the Consumer & Competition Act to represent the interests of Australian shippers generally in relation to liner cargo shipping services. The following notice has been received and is available to members' reference.

• 16 FEBRUARY 2024 : Part X: Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - NEAX/A1X/AUE/NAX inwards and outwards service
• 16 FEBRUARY 2024 : Part X: Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - for Kiwi Express Service inwards and outwards service

Notices:

AIRFREIGHT

Published 15 February 2024

International Terminal Service Fee invoices covering the period from 24 Sep 2023 commenced distribution in early Jan 2024.  

The latest invoice covering the week of 19 Nov to 25 Nov 2023 is being distributed to the normal recipients for invoices via email from 15 Feb 2024.

All remaining outstanding invoices will be distributed in the coming weeks and we'll keep you updated on when they're available.

Notices:

BIOSECURITY

Cargo Operations Snapshot 

The Department has advised the return of the Cargo Operations Snapshot. Members will see a few changes one of which is the addition of a section on Cargo Compliance. When viewing the report we suggest members note the Data Definitions on page 3.

February 19 Report   LOGIN REQUIRED 

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has been receiving calls from members seeking clarification regarding goods treated for BMSB post-December 1 and the applicability of the 120-Hour Rule. The Hitchhiker Pests Policy, Biosecurity Operations Division, Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry has provided the following commentary.
 
All target high risk goods treated in a target risk country (eg; Italy) on or after 1 December for the current BMSB season, do not need to meet the 120hr post treatment window, and once treated, there is no timeframe for these goods to be onboard the vessel.

New mandatory allergen labelling requirements

Changes have been made to how allergens are declared on food labels to make it easier for consumers to identify allergens present in a food. Food that is manufactured or produced from 25 February 2024 onwards must meet the new requirements in Standards 1.2.3 of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. READ MORE

Notices:

BORDER

Depot penalties  - FTA seeking member feedback for informed compliance program

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) is receiving advice from members indicating an alarming increase in the number of Australian Border Force (ABF) Infringement Notices being issued against Depot facilities licensed in accordance with Sec 77G of the Customs Act. FTA is seeking further feedback from members with details of the Infringement Notices to ascertain trends in the ABF focus and areas where concerted informed compliance attention is required.

Please send details of the Infringement Notice and associated circumstances to Tom Jensen (Head of International Freight & Logistics - FTA / APSA). All material will be treated on a confidential basis. READ MORE

Notices:

TRADE

Trade Data Update Week Ending 19th February 2024

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
 LOGIN REQUIRED 

Anti-Dumping Notices Week Ending 19th February 2024

FTA has compiled a list of Anti-Dumping Notices from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources 
 LOGIN REQUIRED 

Below are some of the cases and electronic public records updated last week – for
a full list see the Anti-Dumping Commission website.
Chemical Products
Ammonium Nitrate  629 - continuation - China, Seden, Thailand
Steel Products
Hot Rolled Structural Steel Sections
637 – Continuation – Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand
Steel Pallet Racking
617 – Continuation– China, Malaysia
Hollow Structural Sections                 
EX0099 - Exemption - China, Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan
Plastic Products

PVC Flat Electric Cable
626 - Continuation -  China

Notices:

WEBINARS & RECORDINGS

Stay 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 

13.9.2023 : Webinars & Recordings ... login required

Operational Support
For the timeliest response from our team, FTA / APSA members are reminded to send requests for operational support to support@FTAlliance.com.au

To select your communication preferences please click on "Update Subscription Preferences" at the bottom of any FTA notice -  READ MORE

SPONSORS

FTA and APSA are proud to connect members with the following sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.

2023 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE