Source: https://www.lloydslistaustralia.com.au/lla/market-sectors/logistics-and-supply-chain/Global-shippers-to-gather-in-Melbourne-557699.html
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David Sexton - Melbourne
david.sexton@informa.com.au
June 19 2017 - 10:35:01
SHIPPERS the world over are to gather in Melbourne in May next year to discuss trade, international logistics challenges and other macro-trends.
The event is part of MEGATRANS2018, a prominent Australian event covering logistics and supply chain.
The Global Shippers Forum (GSF), based in London, represents shippers' interests in major UN agencies including the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the World Customs Organisation (WCO).
GSF secretary-general, Chris Welsh MBE, noted Melbourne's host city credentials.
"This will afford the opportunity of connecting with members in Australasia on issues of concern within the Asia Pacific region and internationally," Mr Welsh said.
The event is to be curated by Australia's representative to the Global Shippers Forum, the Australian Peak Shippers Association.
APSA chair Paul Blake described the event was a "once in a lifetime opportunity for Australian importers, exporters and logistics providers".
"APSA has represented Australia's shippers since 1992 and we are proud to be able to host the global trade community for this event," Mr Blake said.
Melbourne won the rights with the backing of the Victorian Government Melbourne Convention Bureau and sponsorship from the Port of Melbourne.
The event is expected to attract hundreds of local and international delegates, including representatives from inter-governmental organisations.
"This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for Australian importers, exporters and logistics providers to come together to be at the forefront of global policy and compliance issues," Mr Blake said.
The APSA / FTA GSF2018 sub- committee is expected to deliver a program mixing a global governance agenda with a Pan Pacific/Asian regional focus.
Committee representatives are Chris Welsh MBE (GSF), Travis Brooks-Garrett and Caroline Zalai (APSA secretariat / administration), Paul Blake (APSA chairman), Dominic Dillon (Cargill Australia), Michael Lamperd (Bega Cheese / Tatura Milk Industries), Eimear McDonough (Namoi Cotton / Australian Cotton Shippers Association) and Paul Zalai (FTA).
The event runs from May 8 to May 11, 2018.
More information can be obtained by contacting the Freight and Trade Alliance.