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ESCALATING INDUSTRIAL ACTION |
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We have received notification yesterday from Victorian International Container Terminal - VICT regarding "Protected Industrial Action (PIA)" by the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA):
12 hour stoppage from 18:00 on 11th June
12 hour stoppage from 18:00 on 12th June
12 hour stoppage from 18:00 on 13th June
12 hour stoppage from 18:00 on 14th June
12 hour stoppage from 18:00 on 15th June
12 hour stoppage from 18:00 on 16th June |
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The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) is taking their AGM and inaugural conference to the heartland of Australia and its agricultural and horticultural producers.
At a time of significant shipping disruption and restricted access to international markets, the APSA Conference will showcase emerging regulatory reform and innovative supply chain solutions necessary to drive Australia's economic prosperity.
With the opening address by the Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport (The Hon. Michael McCormack, Deputy Prime Minister) along with site tours and information sessions this is an event not to miss - Register and read more - HERE |
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THE ADVOCATE - RISING PORT COSTS BEING PASSED BACK TO THE FARMER |
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In April, peak body the Freight Trade Alliance and the Australian Peak Shippers Association raised questions about the rising cost of terminal access charges (TACs) with the Productivity Commission. "The bottom line is that vulnerable Australian supply chain participants are currently paying an additional $500 million a year direct to stevedores and empty container parks," FTA/APSA director Paul Zalai said.
"These rapidly increasing costs are having a particularly devastating impacts on exporters and importers, with downstream crippling financial impacts on manufacturers, farmers and regional communities." - READ MORE |
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FTA/APSA MEMBER ADVOCACY UPDATE - Canberra 2 & 3 June 2021 Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) representatives are spending two days in Canberra (2 and 3 June 2021) completing formal ministerial meetings and executive departmental briefings.
These have been structured in terms of three main themes being: - examining preliminary government and industry co-design project concepts associated with the Trade Single Window initiative (stay tuned for formal announcements)
- a desperate need to continue funding of the International Freight Assistance Mechanism (to date existing funding will expire in September 2021 with no allocation of funds referenced in the recent Federal Budget announcement)
- focussed discussion on shipping, stevedore and empty container park costs and critical freight capacity constraints.
We are particularly grateful to the Hon Dan Tehan (Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment) for his generous time given to Olga Harriton (APSA Chair, Global Logistics Manager - Manildra Group), Mary Wu (General Manager Processing and Export, Australian Meat Industry Council - AMIC). The Minister was supported by senior advisors including Michael Byrne (International Freight Co- ordinator General overseeing IFAM).
The meeting was structured around our call for a Federal Regulator to oversee reforms and a detailed examination of the seven (7) recommendations outlined in the FTA / APSA submission to the Productivity Commission Inquiry into Vulnerable Supply Chains:
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We have also shared with the Minister's office the attached latest Global Shippers Forum (GSF) /MDST Review covering Q1 2021 and a joint News Release that summarises and comments on the Review's findings - available HERE (FTA/APSA MEMBER LOGIN REQUIRED).
Given the evidence, GSF has been forthright in connecting the threat that the disruptions and capacity constraints in the shipping market are now presenting to nations' economic activity and speed of recovery from the effects of the Covid pandemic. It clearly forges a connection between the container shipping industry's under-performance and the availability of goods and inflationary pressures in their economies. |
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INVITATION - FREIGHT FORWARDERS AND AIRLINES IFAM Join Michael Byrne, International Freight Co-ordinator General and Air Vice Marshal Marg Staib, Australian Government Freight Controller who together will provide an update on the program - Wednesday 23 June 2021 | 10:00am to 10:30am AEST - register HERE |
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MENZIES CARGO SYDNEY RECEIVES IATA PHARMACEUTICALS ACCREDITATION |
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Kayla Moa – General Manager Cargo NSW & ACT |
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It gives me great pleasure to advise that Menzies Aviation has achieved certification of IATA CEIV Pharma for our Sydney cargo operation.
The team have done considerable work to achieve this accreditation and the certification endorses our first class pharma handling facilities, capabilities and processes in Sydney. Menzies Aviation is the first ground handler to achieve this prestigious accreditation in the Oceania region and we look forward to accrediting further sites in the future. - READ MORE
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Beau Paine
Regional Vice President Cargo - OSEA | Menzies Aviation | Sydney |
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COVID-19 IMPACT SEES LOGISTICS COME TO THE FOREFRONT |
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Our appreciation is extended to Jonathan Sharrock, Chief Executive Officer - Cyber Citadel for his contribution in our most recent edition of Across Borders.
"The year 2020 was one of rapid change and development, in which businesses had to meet new challenges to survive. Many changes will remain, and the world needs time to adjust. The logistics sector has been at the front of the battlefield in directly enabling the healthcare sector to fight the pandemic but also in facilitating the working world to keep moving"- READ MORE |
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| Contact us to showcase your business or service via a member profile, thought leadership contribution or advertising via Across Borders and our associated media. |
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MANDATORY CBC SESSION FOR NCCC (CLASS 19.1) APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS |
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| THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 (10am AEST) - For those who cannot attend the live webinar, a recording will be made available by the department on the CBC activities webpage. FTA will also make this recording available as a resource along with the mandatory assessment online via www.ComplianceNetFTA.com.au : |
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| The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment published an industry advice notice on the revised schedule and update on implementation of the urgent actions for Khapra beetle. The notice includes key dates regarding the 6A urgent actions for sea containers and associated variation to the Class 19.1 non-commodity for containerised cargo clearance (NCCC) approved arrangement. In conjunction with these changes the Department will schedule a live webinar for the mandatory CBC Activity 21-22/01 on Thursday 10 June 2021 at 10:00am AEST relevant to the NCCC (Class 19.1) approved arrangements. NCCC accredited persons must complete this training to maintain their accreditation.
You can register for the live webinar HERE. - READ MORE If you require further information about an online CPD / CBC packages, please contact Caroline Zalai on czalai@ftalliance.com.au or 02 9975 1878 |
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JAEPA GENERAL REVIEW - CALL FOR PUBLIC SUBMISSIONS
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has commenced a public stakeholder consultation process for the General Review of the Japan – Australia Economic Partnership Agreement (JAEPA).
Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has been invited to make a submission to the review and is seeking feedback from any members who wish to make a contribution. Members can also lodged a submission directly with DFAT using the information provided on their website.
Further information in relation to the review is available here
Members wishing to provide feedback for inclusion in the FTA submission should send commentary to Clint Latta, and are requested to do so by COB 30 June 2021. |
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UPDATE 12 - BORDERWISE SPECIAL OFFER TO FTA MEMBERS Don't risk fines, costly delays or your reputation. Let BorderWise navigate the complex world of border compliance for you. As a WiseTech Global Partner, we are delighted to be able to offer the below discounts to Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) members - READ MORE |
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30+ CPD POINTS AND YOUR ANNUAL CBC REQUIREMENTS
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SYDNEY (Friday 30 July 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Novotel Hotel, the Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands
SYDNEY (Saturday 31 July 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Novotel Hotel, the Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands
PERTH (Saturday 7 August 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Double Tree by Hilton Perth Waterfront, 1 Barrack Square, Perth
MELBOURNE (Friday 20 August 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Hyatt Place, 1 English St, Essendon Fields
MELBOURNE (Saturday 21 August 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Hyatt Place, 1 English St, Essendon Fields
BRISBANE (Wednesday 1 September 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Brisbane Airport Convention Centre, Dryandra Road, Brisbane
Online training option available to meet all Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) – discounted price available to members of $165 (incl GST) per licensing period (1 April to 31 March)
Contact Caroline Zalai (02) 9975 18 78 or czalai@FTAlliance.com.au |
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- ABS - International Merchandise Trade, Preliminary, Australia, April 2021 ... read more
- ABS - International Trade in Goods and Services, Australia, March 2021 ... read more
- ABS - International Merchandise Trade: Confidential Commodities List ... read more
- CTS - Australasia & Oceania Import an Export Volume March 2021 ... read more
- CTS - Global TEU Volume and Price Index March.. read more
- Darwin Port Qtrly Trade Report 2021 ... read more
- Flinders Ports Trade Statistics May 2021 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports - Trade Statistics April 2021 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports - Container Traffic Report April 2021 ... read more
- NSW Ports Monthly Trade Report April 2021 ... read more
- Port of Brisbane Monthly Trade Statistics April 2021 ... read more
- Port of Brisbane Quarterly Trade Report March 2021 ... read more
- Port of Brisbane Quarterly Volume Report March 2021 ... read more
- Pilbara Ports Authority Shipping Figures for April 2021 ... read more
- Port of Port Hedland Trade Statistics April 2021 ... read more
- Port of Port Hedland Cargo, GRT an DWT Statistics By Commodity Group April 2021... read more
- Port of Melbourne - Trade Report April 2021 ... read more
- Port of Melbourne Overseas Container Trade Data April 2021 ... read more
- Port of Newcastle Monthly Trade Report May 2021 ... read more
- Port of Townsville April 2021 Trade Statistics ... read more
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VICTORIAN COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS |
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| 2.6.21 - Public Health Alert - Victoria ... read more |
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- Shipping Line Notices 1st to 7th June 2021... read more
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2.6.21 - The 2021 FIATA General Meeting will be held online ... read more
2.6.21 - Menzies Cargo Sydney receives IATA pharmaceuticals accreditation ... read more
5.6.21 - IATA Chart of the Week ... read more |
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3.6.21 - Port of Newcastle's 2020 Sustainability Report highlights progress in achieving sustainability commitments ... read more
3.6.21 - Pilbara Ports Authority Pilbara Portal May 2021 ... read more
3.6.21 - Patrick Terminals Brisbane MUA Protected Industrial Action ... read more
4.6.21 - Patrick Terminals Additional Protected Industrial Action ... login required
4.6.21 - A need for a formal review into International Shipping... read more |
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1.6.21 - CBC Activity 21-22/01 (DOA031) Q.4B BICON & Q.4A BICON ... read more
1.6.21 - CBC Activity 21-22/01 (DOA031) Q.7a Insecticide Treatment Cert ... read more
1.6.21 - CBC Activity 21-22/01 (DOA031) Q.9A&B BICON & Q9A&B AND 10A&B MB Fumigation Certificate ... read more
1.6.21 - DAWE - 108-2021 Service Disruption for QLD Inspection bookings ... login required
1.6.21 - DAWE - 109-2021 Commencement of revised emergency measures for the bacterial pathogen Xylella in imported nursery stock hosts ... login required
1.6.21 - DAWE - 110-2021 Biosecurity Treatment Industry Round Tables ... login required
1.6.21 - Biosecurity update - Departmental service levels & industry best practice ... read more
2.6.21 - DAWE - 2021-28 Congestion Busting – Biosecurity treatment industry roundtables ... login required
2.6.32 - Biosecurity Treatment Industry Round Tables ... read more
3.6.32 - DAWE - 2021-22 Agricultural Export Cost Recovery Implementation Statements ... login required
3.6.21 - DAWE - 113-2021 Revised Minimum documentary and import declaration requirements policy ... login required
3.6.21 - DAWE - 116-2021 Offshore Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Treatment Providers Scheme ... login required
3.6.21 - Revised Minimum Documentary and Import Declaration Requirements Policy ... read more
4.6.21 - Offshore Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Treatment Providers Scheme: Withdrawal of treatment providers - Nozzle Nolen, Inc (AEI: US4087SB) and Gregory Pest Solutions (AEI: US4082SB) ... read more
7.6.21 - DAWE - 114-2021 Trial of a new test to verify that propagatable species of imported fresh cut flowers and foliage have been devitalised prior to export ... login required
7.6.21 - DAWE - DAWE - 2021-29: Plant Exports Management System – Plant Exports Management System updates ... login required
7.6.21 - DAWE - 2021-21: NEXDOC Dairy – Finalisation of request for permits (RFP's) in EXDOC ... login required
7.6.21 - DAWE - 118-2021 Updates to class 19.1 and 19.2 approved arrangements incorporating khapra beetle Phase 6A measures ... login required
7.6.21 - DAWE- 2021-30: Congestion Busting – Industry Survey for harmonised regulatory approach between Commonwealth, State and Territory Governments ... login required
7.6.21 - DAWE - Improving our plant export system ... login required |
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2.6.21 - ABF - TC Gazette 21/19 ... read more
4.6.21 - NZ Customs Release 612 ... login required |
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3.6.21 - JAEPA General Review Call for Public Submissions ... read more
7.6.21 - Invitation Freight forwarders and Airlines IFAM briefing 23 June at 10:00 am AEST ... read more |
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY, SCIENCE, ENERGY AND RESOURCES |
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Anti-Dumping Notices 1st to 7th June 2021
2021/072 [PDF 166.34 KB], Case 583, A4 copy paper, Initiation of an investigation (Australia), Indonesia, 02/06/2021 |
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CPD TRAINING - OZONE & SYNTHETIC GAS / PROVIING BIOSECURITY RISKS & ASSURANCES- A special note of appreciation is extended to the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources and leading industry experts who will provide focused training to importers and customs brokers in our upcoming series of CPD events (Sydney, Perth, Melbourne and Sydney)
David Jeffery [Director, Air Quality Emissions Standards] / Rachel Gregson [Assistant Director, Ozone and Climate Protection] will present in Sydney and Perth, David Jeffery and Patrick McInerney [Director, Ozone and Climate Protection] in Brisbane, and Rami Turk [Assistant Director, Air Quality Emissions Standards] and Annie Barry [Assistant Director, Ozone and Climate Protection] in Melbourne on ""Ozone and synthetic gas – Product Emissions Standards" ... read more |
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SECTION 77G DEPOT Notice 2019/27 (condition 28) states Section 77G Deport licence holders must provide adequate training to make staff aware of their obligations in dealing with goods subject to the control of Customs. CONTENT - the Section 77G Depots - Obligations Course provides operational staff with practical learning outcomes to be able to complete day to day activities with confidence that they are compliant with statutory requirements. FREQUENCY - we recommended that staff complete this course at induction and at a minimum, review annually to remain up to date with regulatory requirements. COST - $48 (further discounts apply for FTA members) APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS Approved Arrangements, previously known as Quarantine Approved Premises (QAPs) and Compliance Agreements, are voluntary arrangements entered into with the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment. These arrangements currently allow operators to manage biosecurity risks and/or perform the documentary assessment of goods in accordance with departmental requirements, using their own sites, facilities, equipment and people, and without constant supervision by the department and with occasional compliance monitoring or auditing. CONTENT - to secure an Approved Arrangement (AA) accreditation, staff are required to undertake the prescribed training course containing the following two subjects: - Biosecurity Awareness - provides an introduction to biosecurity in Australia and prepares staff to recognise the biosecurity risks and how these are addressed by the key stakeholders, including the department.
- Approved Arrangement Accreditation for AA Accredited Persons - provides the skills and knowledge required for staff to undertake their role as an Accredited Person within an AA - in this course, staff will be introduced to the requirements for Classes 1 to 8 and 10 to 14 AAs, and responsibilities in identifying and reducing biosecurity risks at AA sites.
FREQUENCY- We recommended that staff complete this course at induction and at a minimum, review annually to remain up to date with regulatory requirements. COST - $80 (further discounts apply for FTA members) |
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SAFE CONTAINER LOADING PRACTICES & HEAVY VEHICLE SAFETY |
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OBLIGATIONS FOR SEC 77G DEPOT AND APPROVED ARRANGEMENT FACILITIES |
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WEBINARS AND 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
26.5.21 - Webinars and Recorings ... login required |
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FINANCE REPORT
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CANDIDATE OF THE WEEK
 Sydney - Cartage Co-Ordinator ... read more
Christian Merrigan, Branch Manager - Sydney |
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FTA and APSA are proud to connect members with the following sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.
2021 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE |
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