FTA/APSA Weekly Report 2017/08 - sponsored by the Port of Melbourne

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

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Sponsor of the Week


Thank you to the Port of Melbourne as sponsor of the week and sponsor of last week's Tasmanian Shippers Forum

VICT first vessel arrival

  • The Port of Melbourne's third stevedore, Victoria International Container Terminal are expecting their first vessel on 25 February, the E.R. Long Beach.

  •  Gates opened last Friday and PRA's are now available on the 1-Stop system.

Lloyds List Australia - Port of Melbourne chief executive Brendan Bourke has expressed confidence in the Victoria International Container Terminal project at Webb Dock ... read more

Tasmanian Shippers Forum - Wrap-up

The forum summary is available HERE

17 Feb 2017 : The Examiner - Meeting in Launceston to discuss potential shipping, exports growth [read more]
17 Feb 2017 : Lloyds List Australia - PoM CEO confident of VICT future [read more]
16 Feb 2017 : Lloyds List Australia - Minister defends Tassie four-port model [read more]
16 Feb 2017 : Lloyds List Australia - Floods force dredging, Weedon warns [read more]

APSA AND GSF MEMBER MEETINGS

Global Shippers Forum - Policy Council Meeting


As members of the Global Shippers Forum, the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) will participate in the next council policy meeting which will address the following issues:

  • Maritime Competition: Follow up from the GSF Alliances and Mega-vessels report

  • Surcharges Campaign: Update on actions since the GSF annual meeting and discussion of next steps

  • Environment: CO2 policy at IMO and ICAO, and global sulphur fuel levy agreed by the IMO

  • Joint industry guidelines for cleaning containers, draft supplementary guidelines to the CTU Code

  • A joint GSF/BIMCO initiative on providing a common VGM clause

  • Aviation: Plans for closer engagement with ICAO on issues such as Lithium ion battery ban, and to review the response from the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to GSF's joint letter with IATA and TIACA

We encourage any members with a specific interest in the above issues to contact secretariat@auspsa.com prior to the 24 February 2017 meeting.

Global Shippers Forum


Now that the European Shippers' Council (ESC) has rejoined the Global Shippers' Forum, ESC Chairman Denis Choumert is hopeful the Asian Shippers' Association and other Asian shipper groups will work with the forum to address concerns ... read more

Australian Peak Shippers Association Inc. (APSA) - Annual General Meeting


Date: Monday 27 February 2017.
Times: 12.30pm to 2.00pm.
Venue: 
Visy industries Offices – Boardroom 18
Freshwater Place.
Level 11, 2 Southbank Blvd. Southbank VIC 3006.

Please confirm your attendance to me at robert.coode@auspsa.com.

Please note that all attending must be financial members of APSA.


Robert Coode - Executive President, APSA

Update on UASC merger with Hapag-Lloyd


UASC and Hapag-Lloyd continue to advance and make progress on the preparations for the planned merger. The management teams of both companies are working diligently to complete as quickly as possible the remaining legal and administrative tasks necessary to close the merger ... read more

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BORDER & BIOSECURITY REFORMS

All imported raw prawns to be pulled for white spot testing; fears that prices will rise


Source: ABC Rural ... read more

Raw Prawn Update #10


Imported Prawn Suspension Update 

  • Questions and answers in relation to the recent biosecurity directions

  • Have you received an inspection direction?

  • Enhanced measures for goods in transit

  • Useful links

... login required
 
Submissions to the biosecurity risk review

  • The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources is accepting submissions from parties with proposals about how they believe their particular situation manages the biosecurity risks associated with import of uncooked prawns or prawn products which are currently suspended under the Biosecurity (Suspended Good – Uncooked Prawns) Determination 2017.

  • The department will conduct a risk assessment of the proposal and using the outcomes of that risk assessment, the Director of Biosecurity will make a decision about whether the product can be exempt from the temporary suspension, or if it must remain suspended from import until further biosecurity risk assessments can be completed.

  • There is no set format or specific requirements for the submissions. However, the submission should outline the proposal and provide clear reasoning for how the pathway manages the risks associated with import. The submission should also include any relevant information (such as scientific papers or surveillance data) that would support the proposal. The proponent can propose additional risk management measures which could be included in the pathway.

  • Those making submissions should be aware that the department may determine that additional risk management measures or activities need to be included in their pathway in order for the risk to be managed appropriately. 

  • The department will follow-up with the proponent if it is decided that there is further information required or if any part of the submission is unclear.

 
Submissions or further questions can be sent to aquaticAB@agriculture.gov.au.


To incorporate your views within the FTA / APSA submission, please email me at tnikro@FTAlliance.com.au

Imported Food Notice 02-17


Trial of the electronic Imported Food Inspection Report has been published to advise that the department will be commencing a trial of the electronic Imported Food Inspection Report (eIFIR) for activities under the Imported Food Inspection Scheme.

The notice can be accessed via the following link: http://www.agriculture.gov.au/import/goods/food/notices

Please provide feedback direct to me a tnikro@FTAlliance.com.au

Tony Nikro - FTA/ APSA

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

FREE Sydney Seminar - Workplace Compliance

What are your experiences with overdue payments?

In 2015, approximately 7 out of 10 respondent companies experienced overdue payments with no improvement comparing to the previous year. In 2016, companies in Asia Pacific continue to face increasing global uncertainties, ranging from the growth slowdown in China (the region's largest economy), the sluggish metal and oil price recovery, to the uncertainty of the interest rate hike timetable in the US. How is the situation of trade credit risk in Asia Pacific and worldwide amid slow economic growth? Are corporates in Australia facing payment difficulties? 

To better understand the corporate credit risk situation in Australia, Coface is conducting its 6th Survey of Corporate Credit Risk Management in Asia Pacific Region in 2016.
 
Fill out a quick payment survey and receive a FREE report.

We will contact you to evaluate credit risk

We are about to take the next step following our recent ANNOUNCEMENT that Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has partnered with Logical Financial Management (LFM), National Credit Insurance Brokers (NCI) and Coface to provide a combined and specialist Trade Credit Insurance program.
 
NCI will be contacting FTA members through the month of February to discuss:

  • the opportunity of evaluating your business risk; and

  • providing a program or tools to assist your business in both protecting your cash flow and encourage growth with confidence.

NCI have produced a simple VIDEO about Trade Credit Insurance – whilst the "sleep at night" principle is what we are trying to achieve, the program that we have developed has been tailored to meet the needs of Australian customs brokers and freight forwarders who provide credit for importers (including import duty and GST).
 
Whilst we know the outcome of the once mighty Hanjin shipping line, the recent failure of both Marcs and David Lawrence, and in just the last few days Allphones Group, provide yet further examples of "household names" who are now insolvent.
 
Take a look at the following CLAIMS DATA for the reported claims in various industry sectors for the month of January 2017. Are you working with customers in any of those sectors?
 
As business leaders it is highly recommended to evaluate this area of risk in your balance sheet and we encourage you to take full benefit of this members service.
 
Paul Zalai - FTA / APSA

WEBINAR - Preparing Your Logistics Business For Sale - Lynne Grant (Hunt & Hunt Lawyers) / Bart Serto (Crowe Horwath)

With the expectation of more M&A activity in 2017, it is important to give industry awareness of fundamental issues relating to preparation for sale.

Please note that this webinar is most suitable for owner/operators, company directors and shareholders ... read more

WEBINAR: Preparing your business for sale 
DATE: 7 March 2017
TIME: 12 - 1pm AEDT

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

FTA 2017 CPD & CBC Program - Early Bird Registration - NOW OPEN !

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) continues to set the standard in professional development - by simply attending our Autumn and Spring sessions, you will satisfy your 2017/2018 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) compliance requirements. 


EARLY BIRD RATES APPLY - REGISTER NOW!
FIRST 50 MEMBERS IN SYD / MEL AND FIRST 25 FOR BNE
 
Melbourne 3 May  2017,11am to 5pm – 15 CPD points + CBC 
Sydney 17 May 2017 11am to 5pm – 15 CPD points + CBC 
Brisbane 31 May 2017, 11am to 5pm – 15 CPD points

Melbourne 6 Sept 2017,11am to 5pm – 15 CPD points + CBC
Sydney 11 Oct 2017 11am to 5pm – 15 CPD points + CBC 
Brisbane 25 Oct 2017, 11am to 5pm – 15 CPD points+ CBC 

Are you looking for "FREE" online CPD / CBC ?


As a part of your Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) membership, we offer a tailored package bundling online CPD / CBC training  for all nominated staff at one low fixed annual fee.

For further detail contact Paul Zalai on 02 9975 1878

Have you completed your Continued Biosecurity Competency training ?

 

Included in our growing library of content are recordings of the "CBC Mandatory Sessions" delivered by Department of Agriculture and Water Resources at our face-to-face events.

Now available online are the following: 

  • Continued Biosecurity Competency - Mandatory Session 1 for 2016 (CPD Stream A - DOA009) - recorded session delivered by Andrew Lieschke and Julie Simms from the Department of Agriculture & Water Resources - Sydney 6 April 2016

  • Continued Biosecurity Competency - Mandatory Session 2 for 2016 (CPD Stream A - DOA012) - recorded session presented by Julie Weymouth and Angus Martin from the Department of Agriculture & Water Resources - Sydney 21 October - FTA Border & Biosecurity Compliance Session. 


After viewing the recordings and completing the online assessments you receive certification to demonstrate CBC compliance to maintain your 19.1 NCCC and 19.2 AEPCOMM accreditation.


Each recording and assessment package is available via www.ComplianceNetFTA.com - $38.50 (incl GST).

 

NOTE - For more than 3 bookings, please contact me at czalai@FTAlliance.com.au


Caroline Zalai - FTA / APSA

SPONSOR PROMOTIONS

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12 Grevillea Street, Eastern Creek, NSW 2766


UNDER CONSTRUCTION - NEW FREESTANDING FACILITY

 

+ Brand new freestanding office / warehouse facility
+ Expected completion January 2017
+ Access via 8 on-grade roller shutters
+ large awning for all weather un/loading
+ Warehouse area: 2,904.19sqm
+ Ground Floor office: 113.57sqm
+ First Floor office: 113.57sqm
+ Fire sprinklers throughout
+Full height concrete construction

Located in a new industrial subdivision at the end of Wonderland Drive, the estate offers an uncongested entry / exit via Wonderland Drive and Wallgrove Road. The estate is situated within metres of the Westlink M7 and M4 Motorway.

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PORT BOTANY OFFICE SPACE


ACF have some office space to rent on-site within the Port Botany preciinct,details as follows:
 
Office: 314sqm
Fit out: 28 open-plan workstations and 3 offices
Parking: 15 parking spaces
Rent: $200 per sqm net plus $30.68 per sqm outgoings – GST additional
Annual rental: $72,433.52pa gross – GST additional (based on 314sqm)
Included: Rates and taxes (utility, council and land) plus building insurance


Contact - Andrew Hurt: 02 9316 9466

Candidate of the Week

 

Melbourne

Customer Service/Account Manager

Our candidate has a strong knowledge of freight forwarding and has spent the past 3 years' in a customer service position with a strong key account responsibility.

.... read more

 

Sydney

Export Operator

This Export Operator is on the hunt for a new challenge and is hoping to join a reputable company within the industry where they can add value but will also give them opportunities to learn new things and expand on their knowledge and experience.

... read more

 

Top 10 Candidates

... read more

Insync Sydney - Leanne Lewis on 1300 467 962, M: 0448 114 804
or Leanne@insyncpersonnel.com.au

Insync Melbourne - Andrew Bennett, M: 0447 054 744 or
Andrew@insyncpersonnel.com.au

Insync Blue - Simone King 1300 467 962

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Are you meeting your Sec 77G Depot obligations?

 

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has partnered the Australian Border Force in developing a training package titled "SEC 77G DEPOTS - Obligations in dealing with goods subject to ABF control" ... read more

General

20.2.2017 - FREE SYDNEY SEMINAR - WORKPLACE COMPLIANCE
Freight & Trade Alliance and our business partner, Employsure, invite you to join us for a business training seminar focused on the top employment issues impacting small to medium businesses. ... read more

20.2.2017 - TASMANIAN SHIPPERS FORUM WRAP UP
Last week Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA), the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA), the Tasmanian Logistics Committee and the Australian Maritime College hosted the inaugural Tasmanian Shippers Forum. ... read more

20.2.2017 - CBRE FEATURE PROPERTY - 12 GREVILLEA STREET, EASTERN CREEK, NSW 2766

Located in a new industrial subdivision at the end of Wonderland Drive, the estate offers an uncongested entry / exit via Wonderland Drive and Wallgrove Road. The estate is situated within metres of the Westlink M7 and M4 Motorway. ... read more

18.2.2017 - OVERDUE PAYMENTS - EVALUATE CREDIT RISKS

In 2015, approximately 7 out of 10 respondent companies experienced overdue payments with no improvement comparing to the previous year. In 2016, companies in Asia Pacific continue to face increasing global uncertainties, ranging from the growth slowdown in China (the region's largest economy), the sluggish metal and oil price recovery, to the uncertainty of the interest rate hike timetable in the US. How is the situation of trade credit risk in Asia Pacific and worldwide amid slow economic growth? Are corporates in Australia facing payment difficulties?   ... read more

18.2.2017 -GLOBAL SHIPPERS FORUM - POLICY COUNCIL MEETING
As members of the Global Shippers Forum, the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) will participate in the next council policy meeting. ... read more

17.2.2017 - FTA 2017 CPD & CBC PROGRAM - EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION - NOW OPEN !

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) continues to set the standard in professional development - by simply attending our Autumn and Spring sessions, you will satisfy your 2017/2018 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) compliance requirements. ... read more

17.2.2017 - DFAT - TRADE TALK
Trade Talk brings you a selection of the latest trade news from Australia and the world. ... login required

15.2.2017 - SCAM - ASIC WARNING

Russell Wiese and Lynne Grant - Customs and Global Trade at Hunt & Hunt Lawyers. So often over the last few months we have heard stories of failing retailers operating in Australia, particularly some well-known clothing brands.  Increased competition from large internationals and online retailers, unfavourable leases and falling prices are common themes in each case. ... read more

Agriculture

20.2.2017 - DAWR - INDUSTRY ADVICE NOTICE NO. 14-2017 - BOOKINGS FOR PLANTS INTO POST-ENTRY QUARANTINE ONLINE AVAILABLE 9:00AM AEDT TUESDAY 21ST FEBRUARY 2017

Who does this notice affect? Plant importers who need to make reservations into government operated post-entry quarantine (PEQ) facilities.What has changed? At 9:00 am on Tuesday 21st February 2017 (AEDT), you can manage post entry quarantine reservations for plants online using our Post Entry Biosecurity System (PEBS). ... login required

18.2.2017 - DAWR - RAW PRAWN UPDATE #10

Questions and answers in relation to the recent biosecurity directions:

 The department has written to 238 Biosecurity Industry Participants (BIPs) issuing directions to secure all uncooked prawns imported prior to the suspension taking effect. (BPIs are holders of approved arrangements, which allow operators to manage biosecurity risks in accordance with departmental requirements, using their own premises, facilities, equipment and people.) ... login required

17.2.2017 - DAWR - BIOSECURITY MATTERS, EDITION 1, 2017

The latest edition of Biosecurity Matters is now available. Biosecurity is the management of the risk of pests and diseases entering, emerging, establishing or spreading in Australia and causing harm to animals, plants or human health, the economy, the environment and the community. ... read more

15.2.2017 - THAI IMPORTS OF AUSTRALIAN OTHER CHEESE
Thailand's Department of Foreign Trade has advised that, as at 14 February 2017, imports of 'Other' Cheese from Australia have reached the trigger level for 2017 (the 2017 revised volume of 432.564 tonnes) at which a special safeguard measure (temporary tariff increase) is applied. ... read more

14.2.2017 - WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) AGRICULTURE-RELATED TECHNICAL BARRIERS TO TRADE (TBT) NOTIFICATIONS

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated the following TBT notifications relating to agriculture, food and or forestry products. These notifications have been forward from Australia's TBT enquiry point in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. ... login required

Border

20.2.2017 - DIBP - INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION LEADS TO EXTRADITION OF MAN FROM UK FOR DRUG CONSPIRACY

This is a joint media release between the Australian Federal Police

A 56-year-old Australian citizen residing in Lincolnshire, England for the past five years was today arrested and charged by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) with serious drug offences after being extradited from the United Kingdom. The man from Sydney is the second person charged in relation to allegations he and another man conspired to import precursors with the intent of manufacturing methamphetamines. ... login required

17.2.2017 - LOW VALUE IMPORTED GOODS - BILL INTRODUCED TO HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

The Treasury Laws Amendment (GST Low Value Goods) Bill 2017 was introduced by the Treasurer, the Hon. Scott Morrison into the Australian Parliament's House of Representatives yesterday morning, Thursday 16 February 2017. ... read more

17.2.2017 - CBAFF NZ NEWSLETTER

 ... read more

17.2.2017 - ABF & AFP - 162KG OF METH CONCEALED WITH SPOONS, TWO CHARGED

This is a joint media release between the Australian Federal Police and the Australian Border Force. A joint operation, between the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and the Australian Border Force (ABF), has resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of approximately $162 million. ... login required

16.2.2017 - DIBP - FIVE YEARS' JAIL FOR SYDNEY MAN IMPORTING ALMOST 12KG OF EPHEDRINE

A 21-year-old man has been sentenced to five years' jail with a non-parole period of 2.5 years for importing almost 12kg of ephedrine in 2015. The man was sentenced in Downing Centre District Court this week (13 February 2017) after being found guilty of one count of importing a commercial quantity of a border controlled precursor, namely ephedrine, contrary to 307.11 of the Criminal Code. ... login required

15.2.2017 - TC GAZETTE - 2017/10

The Commonwealth of Australia Tariff Concessions Gazette (the Gazette) gives legal effect to the creation of a number of legislative instruments such as By-Laws, Tariff Concession Orders (TCO's), TCO Revocations and Determinations. It also provides an avenue to identify, advise and provide information on a number of tariff concession issues. ... read more

15.2.2017 - DIBP - SCHEDULED WEEKEND OUTAGE TO THE ICS - SATURDAY 4 MARCH 2017

Please be advised that the ICS will be unavailable for a period between Saturday 4 March and Sunday 5 March 2017. ... login required

15.2.2017 - DIBP - INTEGRATED CARGO SYSTEM - EFT REPORT CONTENT ISSUES UPDATE

The previously reported issue with the EFT payment report is ongoing. The issue is expected to be resolved by 12:30 AEDT on Thursday 16 February. ... login required

14.2.2017 - DIBP - INTEGRATED CARGO SYSTEM (ICS) EFT PAYMENT

A 39-year-old Italian national is expected to appear before Melbourne Magistrates' Court today, charged with allegedly importing approximately five kilograms of cocaine into Melbourne. After arriving at Melbourne International Airport on a flight from Rome on Sunday (12 February 2017), Australian Border Force (ABF) officers selected the woman for a baggage examination. ... login required

 

Industry

ANTI-DUMPING NOTICES

The Anti-Dumping Commission investigates alleged dumping and subsidisation of goods imported into Australia and imposes duties to address material injury to the Australian Industry that manufactures similar or the same goods. The work of the Commission complies with rules of the World Trade Organization and Australian legislation. ... login required

Sea

14.2.2017 - 1-STOP MARKS ITS ENTRY INTO EUROPE WITH STRATEGIC ALLIANCE

1-Stop Connections (1-Stop) and Bestshore Business Solutions UK Ltd (Bestshore) announce a new strategic alliance to bring their productivity solutions to the European and Indian-sub continent port community. Through the partnership with Bestshore, 1-Stop assures that their products and solutions are represented by trusted advisors and experts in the shipping industry. ... read more

14.2.2017 - UPDATE ON UASC MERGER WITH HAPAG-LLOYD

UASC and Hapag-Lloyd continue to advance and make progress on the preparations for the planned merger. ... read more

Air

20.2.2017 - IATA - CARGO HANDLING MANUAL

... read more

14.2.2017 - FIATA - E-FLASH NO. 144 - 13 FEBRUARY 2017

ASSOCIATIONS' AFFAIRS

1. FIATA Individual Membership on the Rise, Listen

A warm welcome to all new FIATA members starting with the 36 new members who joined us at the beginning of this year. We look forward to working with them and having them actively engaged in FIATA's work and with one another. ... login required

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • 21 Feb 2017 : Darwin - North Asia Free Trade Agreements - China, Korea and Japan FTA Information Seminar [...]
  • 22 Feb 2017 : Port Botany Supply Chain Awareness Workshop [...]
  • 27 Feb 2017 : Australian Peak Shippers Association Inc. (APSA) - Annual General Meeting (AGM) [...]
  • 1 March 2017 : Port of Brisbane Container Logistics Awareness Workshop [...]
  • 1 March 2017 : Melbourne Container Logistics Awareness Workshop [...]
  • 3 March 2017 : Little Bay, Sydney - North Asia Free Trade Agreements - China, Korea and Japan FTA Information Seminar [...]
  • 7 March 2017 : WEBINAR - Preparing Your Logistics Business For Sale - Lynne Grant (Hunt & Hunt Lawyers) / Bart Serto (Crowe Horwath) [...]
  • 29 March 2017 : FREE Sydney Seminar - Workplace Compliance [...]
  • 3 May 2017 : VIC - CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
  • 17 May 2017 : NSW - CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
  • 31 May 2017 : QLD - CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
  • 15 Aug 2017 : EXECUTIVE FORUM - NSW Intermodal [...]
  • 6 Sept 2017 : VIC - CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
  • 11 Oct 2017 : NSW - CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
  • 25 Oct 2017 : QLD - CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]

Current Broker Licencing Period

 

Members who attended the face to face CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program events for the current licencing period were provided a certificate of attendance/attainment at the end of each session. 

By attending both sessions in full, you are compliant for your Customs Broker Licensing and Department of Agriculture & Water Resources Mandatory CBC requirements for the period 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2017.

For assistance contact Caroline Zalai on 02 9975 1878

FTA and APSA are proud supporters of the following international associations
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