FTA / APSA Weekly Report 2017/23 - sponsored by Port of Melbourne

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Federal Inquiry into Freight & Supply Chain Priorities- 15 June 2017


As members would be aware, the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development has commissioned the Federal Inquiry into Freight & Supply Chain Priorities.
 
Background:

  • On 24 November 2016 the Australian Government announced it will develop a national freight and supply chain strategy. The strategy will be informed by the findings of the Inquiry.  

  • The Inquiry is being led by the Department and assisted by an expert panel, for more information and the Inquiry's terms of reference please refer to the Strategy webpage https://infrastructure.gov.au/transport/freight/national-strategy.aspx .

  • The Department expects to release a discussion paper in mid-May to mark the formal commencement of the Inquiry's consultation process.

 
As a part of this process, senior departmental representatives will meet with Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) members this week in Melbourne and with Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) members in Sydney (and nationally via webinar) on Wednesday 15 June 2017 to canvas members' views on how the Australian Government can increase the productivity and efficiency of Australia's freight supply chains.
 
To that end, we have set up two separate webinars, one with our forwarder members and another with our importer members.
 
The department is, to a degree, aware of the complexity involved in arranging storage, transport and shipping of merchandise, particularly when that entails the movement of freight to and from Australia and the rest of the world. They are however keen to hear about your experiences in the current freight environment and any advice that you have to improve it.
 
FTA is recognised as a major stakeholder in this process providing us with one of the most important advocacy opportunities our industry has had in many years to reduce supply chain costs an increase productivity/capacity.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE 

  • The importer webinar will be held from 1.15pm to 2.15pm on 15 June 2017 - we encourage you and / or colleagues to register by clicking HERE.

  •  The freight forwarder / customs broker webinar will be held from 2.30pm to 3.30pm on 15 June 2017 - we encourage you and / or colleagues to register by clicking HERE.

SPONSOR OF THE WEEK

Port of Melbourne


Today more than 60 industry representatives will meet to discuss the opportunity of improving the access and viability of rail into the Port of Melbourne. Attendees include senior representatives from each of the container terminals, the port's biggest shippers, the major rail operators, key peak bodies and relevant Government agencies ... read more

Port of Melbourne Reference Tariff Schedule effective 1 July 2017


The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) received advice from the Port of Melbourne in terms of its Reference Tariff Schedule (RTS) listing the Prescribed Services Tariffs to apply for the 2017-18 financial year commencing on 1 July 2017. The RTS details all of the Prescribed Services which are defined by the Pricing Order under section 49 of the Port Management Act (Vic) 1995 ... read more
 

Travis Brooks-Garrett - FTA / APSA

ABF focus for 2017 2018

We highly commend the Australian Border Force for their industry engagement at both regional and national levels. The most recent minutes released from the NSW Trade Facilitation Forum gives a sample of the diverse nature of issues discussed at the operationally focussed meeting and is well worth sharing with customs brokerage, forwarding and depot management. A special note of appreciation is extended to Andrew Crawford for representing FTA / APSA at this particular forum … read more

GST Low Value Goods - Legislative Update


The latest senate schedule "Resumption of debate" indicated that the Treasury Laws Amendment (GST Low Value Goods) would be heard today, 2pm, Thursday 1 June 2017. ... login required

 

Count down until US-bound air cargo screening requirements change. 

I am writing further to my previous email to again seek your assistance to advise your members who export to the US by air that screening requirements for air cargo to the US will change from 1 July.
 
These requirements have been imposed on airlines by the US Government.  The Australian Government is working with businesses to help them comply with the US requirements, ensure readiness and reduce red tape while enabling a smooth transition.
 
As part of our communications campaign to increase awareness and assist compliance, we seek your assistance to distribute the attached email to your members who export to the US and others who may have an interest in these new requirements.
 
We will be providing you with one more email to send out to members between now and 1 July with further information.
 
Thank you again for your help. If you have any inquiries or we can be of further assistance, please contact us via email at aircargosecurity@infrastructure.gov.au
 
Regards
 
Sachi Wimmer
Executive Director
Office of Transport Security
Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development

dnata - 1 July 2017 requirements - export to the USA

 

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have received the following important advice from dnata of important changes that will take effect from the 1 July 2017 in line with the mandatory piece level screening requirements that will commence for cargo destined for the U.S … read more


Qantas Freight have also released a notice including cut off times apply to allow time for the examination process ... read more

We understand that Menzies Aviation are in discussions with Delta Airlines and expect to release further details soon in terms of cut off times.

 
Paul Zalai – FTA / APSA

Review of the $2900 Approved Arrangement levy


At the Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) CPD & CBC - Border and Biosecurity Compliance Program event held in Sydney on 18 May 2017, Jason Lucas (Acting Assistant Secretary – Industry Support) acknowledged that the existing structure is under review and is a high priority.
 
While that is encouraging news, small businesses are not going to see immediate relief.
 
Mr Lucas explained that the $2900 fee is embedded within legislation and that it would take time to complete any change in the fee structure. This message was again reiterated by the department's representative, Mr Deryk Bartlett at last week's FTA member forum held in Brisbane.
 
FTA will continue to advocate for an early change to this arrangement however the reality is that members wishing to maintain their Approved Arrangement status will again be subject to the $2900 renewal fee on 1 July 2017.
 
FTA has sought a commitment from the department that should a change take effect during the course of the financial year, adjustments would be administrated depending on the format of the new arrangements.   
 
In the interim and in response to member requests, FTA is continuing to pursue periodic payment options with the department as a means of easing cash flow implications on small businesses. We trust the department will give consideration to this request, at minimum on a case-by-case basis, to ensure that the individual circumstances are appropriately considered.

While we will continue involvement in formal departmental consultative forums, we are pleased to advise that a break-through has been achieved with a commitment for direct and regularly scheduled meetings between the department and FTA representatives specifically focussing on cost recovery issues.

FTA has also scheduled a meeting with the department's Chief Financial Officer in Canberra on Monday 19 June 2017.
 
We appreciate members' concerns but ask for further patience as we work through this new departmental engagement process. As always, we will keep members up to date on all developments.

Please also refer to our commentary as published yesterday in Lloyds List Australia ... read more

Service Delivery Modification (SDM) project

The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources recently held sessions in Melbourne and Sydney seeking industry feedback to assist with its Service Delivery Modification (SDM) project.
 
As expected there was a great deal of discussion surrounding the broker lodgement system (COLS) with numerous suggestions for improvement.
 
The project is just starting and we can expect more detail in the next few months. Additional feedback is being sought by the department and to that end, FTA / APSA encourages members to offer feedback on any issues - please find collated feedback from the sessions together with an overview presentation.
 
In addition the Department is also seeking industry input into how they can improve notifications to industry – please forward comments/suggestions to tnikro@ftalliance.com.au
 
Tony Nikro – FTA / APSA

Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) - new requirements

Continued Biosecurity Competency 1 April  2017- 31 March 2018

CBC Session

Reference number

Accredited persons for:

Completion date

CBC Information session

17-18/01

19.1 NCCC and 19.2 AEPCOMM

31 March 2018

CBC Activity

17-18/02

19.2 AEPCOMM

31 July 2017

CBC Session 17 - 18/01

Accredited Persons with 19.1. NCCC - must undertake CBC information session 17 - 18/01 and complete this by 31 March 2018. 

FTA members have satisfied this particular requirement having attended one of our Autumn 2017 CPD & CBC - Border and biosecurity Compliance Program events (Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane).

For those members that could note attend, you will need to access our session recording and complete an online assessment via www.ComplianceNetFTA.com ($38.50 incl GST).

CBC Session 17 - 18/02

Accredited Persons with 19.2. AEPCOMM - must undertake:

  • the above referenced CBC information session 17 - 18/01 (must be completed by 31 March 2018);   AND

  • CBC Activity17 - 18/02 (assessment is mandatory and must be completed by 31 July 2017).

Our content and assessment for CBC Activity 17 - 18/02 has been approved by the department and is NOW available - www.ComplianceNetFTA.com  ($55 incl GST).

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

Women in Logistics


Wednesday 26 July 2017 (2pm - 5pm) Stamford Hotel - Mascot (Sydney)
FTA / APSA members $99 (incl GST) / Non-members $110 (incl GST)
Champagne and light lunch

We encourage FTA and APSA members to host a sponsored table of 10 to host your clients at this informative event addressing:

  • key developments in relation to the Australian Trusted Trader program:

  • port / logistics reforms

  • positive effects of gender equality and workplace diversity 

Sponsored table of 10 includes recognition of your company on the program and table signage - $990 (inc GST)


Caroline Zalai - FTA / APSA

Event Details & Registration

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Export Sea Freight Operator

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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

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5.6.2017 - Exciting new INSYNC website is coming!

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1.6.2017 - LEGISLATIVE UPDATE - GST LOW VALUE GOODS

The latest senate schedule "Resumption of debate" indicated that the Treasury Laws Amendment (GST Low Value Goods) would be heard today, 2pm, Thursday 1 June 2017. ... login required

 

30.5.2017 - 2017 WIL FORUM PROGRAM

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Agriculture

5.6.2017 - CHANGES TO NCCC & AEPCOMM - APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS

Persons wishing to obtain their 19.1 NCCC & 19.2 AEPCOMM Approved Arrangement must complete the prescribed unit of competency Comply with Biosecurity Border Clearance - TLIX505 (this being a part of the TLI50813 Diploma of Customs Broking and available as a standalone unit). ... read more

 

5.6.2017 - SERVICE DELIVERY MODIFICATION (SDM) PROJECT

The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources recently held sessions in Melbourne and Sydney seeking industry feedback to assist with its Service Delivery Modification (SDM) project. ... read more

5.6.2017 - DAWR - WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) SANITARY AND PHYTOSANITARY (SPS) NOTIFICATIONS

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) notifications for information or comment. ... login required

2.6.2017 - RAW PRAWN UPDATE #27
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2.6.2017 - DAWR - WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) SANITARY AND PHYTOSANITARY (SPS) NOTIFICATIONS

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) notifications for information or comment. ... login required

1.6.2017 - DAWR - 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

1.6.2017 - DAWR - WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) SANITARY AND PHYTOSANITARY (SPS) NOTIFICATIONS

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) notifications for information or comment. ... login required

1.6.2017 - DAWR - IFN 09-17 – PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE INSPECTION AND ANALYSIS OF IMPORTED FOODS – REQUEST FOR COMMENT

Who does this affect?

This notice is a request to provide comment on proposed legislative changes that would change how some imported foods are inspected and analysed by the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources. The details of these proposed changes are available on the public consultation web page.  ... login required

31.5.2017 - DAWR - WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) SANITARY AND PHYTOSANITARY (SPS) NOTIFICATIONS

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has circulated Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) notifications for information or comment. ... login required

31.5.2017 - DAWR - IMPORT INDUSTRY ADVICE NOTICE 56/2017 - FRESH STONE FRUIT FROM THE USA IDENTIFIED FOR THE COMPLIANCE-BASED INSPECTION SCHEME 31 MAY 2017F
Who does this notice affect?
Importers of fresh stone fruit from the USA under the following tariff codes:

  • Cherries  (Prunus avium)-  (0809.29.00)

  • Apricots (Prunus armeniaca)- (0809.10.00)

  • Peaches, including nectarines (Prunus persica and P. persica var. nucipersica)- (0809.30.00)

  • Plums (Prunus salicina)-  (0809.40.00)

  • Fresh interspecific stone fruit hybrids of permitted apricots, nectarines, peaches and plums.

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31.5.2017 - DAWR - IMPORT INDUSTRY ADVICE NOTICE 55/2017 UPDATE ON UNCOOKED PRAWNS AND UNCOOKED PRAWN PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION

Who does this notice affect?

This notice is of interest to importers of uncooked prawns and uncooked prawn meat products and associated industry participants and retailers. ... login required

 

30.5.2017 - REGULATION IMPACT STATEMENT FOR THE BIOSECURITY ACT 2015

As part of the Department of Agriculture & Water Resources' review of the Regulatory Impact Statement for the Biosecurity Act., the FTA has been asked to offer feedback on the impact to business with regards to the change from Compliance Agreements (CA) and Quarantine Approved Premises (QAP) to Approved Arrangement (AA). ... read more

30.5.2017 - DAWR - 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. ... read more

Border

2.6.2017 - NEW ZEALAND CUSTOMS RELEASE ISSUE 408 JUNE 2 2017 
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2.6.2017 - CBAFF NZ NEWSLETTER
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2.6.2017 - DIBP - DEPARTMENT OF IMMIGRATION AND BORDER PROTECTION JOINS DATA TO DECISIONS CRC

This is a joint media release with Data to Decisions CRC. The Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) has joined the Data to Decisions (D2D) Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) as a participant. ... read more

2.6.2017 - DIBP - DEPARTMENT OF IMMIGRATION AND BORDER PROTECTION NOTICE N0. 2017/14

Important reminder about supply chain legislative requirements The Department of Immigration and Border Protection (the Department) and the Department's operational arm, the Australian Border Force (ABF), have a mission to protect Australia's border and manage the movement of people and goods across it.  ... login required

1.6.2017 - ICS SCHEDULED OUTAGE 3 / 4 JUNE 2017
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31.5.2017 - TC - GAZETTE NO. TC 17/24, WEDNESDAY, 31 MAY 2017 

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.. ... login required

30.5.2017 - NSW TRADE FACILITATION FORUM - MEETING MINUTES

We highly commend the Australian Border Force for their industry engagement at both regional and national levels. The most recent minutes released from the NSW Trade Facilitation Forum gives a sample of the diverse nature of issues discussed at the operationally focussed meeting and is well worth sharing with customs brokerage, forwarding and depot management. ... read more

Industry

ANTI-DUMPING NOTICES 2017 

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. 
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Sea

5.6.2017 - PORT LAUNCHES RAIL ACCESS STRATEGY INDUSTRY CONSULTATIONS

The Victorian freight and trade sector has praised the Port of Melbourne for the launch of the Rail Access Strategy industry consultation process. Today more than 60 industry representatives will meet to discuss the opportunity of improving the access and viability of rail into the Port of Melbourne. Attendees include senior representatives from each of the container terminals, the port's biggest shippers, the major rail operators, key peak bodies and relevant Government agencies. ... read more

 

5.6.2017 - HUTCHISON PORTS SYDNEY - QUEENS BIRTHDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY

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5.6.2017 - CTAA E-NEWS

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2.6.2017 - PORT OF BRISBANE WELCOMES NEW CFO

Port of Brisbane Pty Ltd (PBPL) today announced the appointment of Karen Wells to the position of Chief Financial Officer. ... read more

1.6.2017 - DP WORLD UPCOMING PUBLIC HOLIDAYS IN WA, NSW AND VICTORIA 
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31.5.2017 -WEATHER ALERT FOR SYDNEY: STRONG WINDS PREDICTED

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31.5.2017 - PORT OF MELBOURNE REFERENCE TARIFF SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE 1 JULY 2017

Port of Melbourne has today released its Reference Tariff Schedule (RTS) which lists the Prescribed Services Tariffs to apply for the 2017-18 financial year commencing on 1 July 2017. The RTS details all of the Prescribed Services which are defined by the Pricing Order under section 49 of the Port Management Act (Vic) 1995. ... login required

30.5.2017 - CRANE RAIL REPAIRS AT DP WORLD AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE TERMINAL
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Air

5.6.2017 - DNATA - 1 JULY 2017 REQUIREMENTS - EXPORT TO THE USA

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have received the following important advice from dnata of important changes that will take effect from the 1 July 2017 in line with the mandatory piece level screening requirements that will commence for cargo destined for the U.S – refer attached. . ... read more

 

5.6.2017 - FIATA PR 1712 - HANS GÜNTHER KERSTEN HAS BECOME FIATA"S DEPUTY GENERAL DIRECTOR

Hans Günther Kersten, formerly UIC Freight Director, has been selected as Deputy Director General of FIATA, the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations and has started his mission on June 1st, 2017.  ... read more

UPCOMING EVENTS

29 June 2017 : WISTA - Xmas in July Lunch [...]
26 July 2017 : 2017 Women In Logistics Forum - Sydney [...]
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 [...]
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