Reminder: "The Sustainable Future of Australian Coastal Shipping" –

Survey Now Open

As outlined in our earlier member notice, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) are supporting important PhD research into the sustainable future of Australian coastal shipping, led by Mike Brindley through the Australian Maritime College, University of Tasmania.

This study aims to identify practical pathways to strengthen coastal shipping and better align government policy with industry needs. Your participation as a key stakeholder—whether you're an exporter, importer, freight forwarder, logistics provider, customs broker, or transport operator—is essential.

Click HERE to complete the survey
Participation Information Sheet

We appreciate that time is limited, but your contribution will add genuine value to this academic and industry-focused initiative. Please take a few minutes to support this research and have your say.

Customs law update – Major shift in Tariff Concession interpretation and update on ABF compliance focus - WEBINAR Tomorrow

Join Russell Wiese of CGT Law as he unpacks a landmark Tribunal decision that challenges the ABF's long-standing interpretation of Tariff Concession Orders.

The session will also cover key takeaways from the latest ABF Goods Compliance Update, including offshore lodgement, due diligence, piggyback shipments, and compliance trends. Essential for customs brokers and importers. REGISTER NOW

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Last week Tom Jensen, General Manager Freight Policy & Operations - FTA \ APSA had the opportunity to attend the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) Business Symposium 2025 in Brisbane. The keynote address by the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism, struck a strong note—reaffirming Australia's commitment to free trade as both a driver of prosperity and a pillar of strategic resilience. (pictured above LtoR - Tom Jensen, Kiong Chan CEO and Senior Consultant at Paradigm Infinitum and Wayne Collier CEO LiveCorp

FTA / APSA - TRAINING

WiseTech Academy online Air and Sea Dangerous Goods Accreditation Courses are created in partnership with industry leader, DG Air Training Centre.

Developed by experienced dangerous goods trainers, the Academy's IATA-accredited online courses meet ICAO, IATA and IMDG requirements, offering compliance across IATA's Dangerous Goods Regulations and the IMO's IMDG Code.

The WiseTech Academy has been approved as an authorised provider for the IATA Competency Based Training and Assessment Centre (CBTA Centre) for air cargo dangerous goods accreditation.   

To support FTA members, WTA offers a 12.5% discount to FTA corporate members on all courses purchased through a corporate account with WiseTech Academy. This includes the Academy's IATA-approved and IMDG-compliant dangerous goods (Hazmat) accreditations.

FTA offers Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) training online for the customs broker licencing period 1 April to 31 March each year. The cost of an online training package is $150 (excl. gst) for member organisations with bulk discounts available on a sliding scale. New content is now ready for your completion.

Licensed customs brokers not employed by a corporate FTA member, can purchase an Individual Membership which includes online CPD & CBC training for the cost of only $300 (excl. gst) per customs broker licensing period.

Employees of members who do not require CPD points or a formal a certificate/attainment statement can access webinar/seminar recordings on our main website HERE (corporate member password protected).

Please email Caroline at czalai@FTAlliance.com.au if you wish to purchase a package.

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

Only 6 weeks to go....

Time to organise your frock, dancing shoes and book a table.
 

Join us for the 2025 Care-Factor Industry Charity Trade Ball on Friday 25 July 2025 at the Fullerton Hotel, Martin Place, Sydney.

LOGISTICS

Contact John Park to feature your organisation or service in an upcoming edition - prospectus HERE

Warehouse and Depot Security Identification Card (WADSIC)

Veritas offers a comprehensive solution for customs depots and warehouse license holders to meet their WADSIC compliance obligations. By using a dedicated WADSIC portal, authorised representatives can effectively manage their personnel as prescribed in both ACN 2022/46 and ACN 2024/21.READ MORE

Notices:

SEAFREIGHT

Port of Newcastle welcomes largest Neptune Pacific Direct Line container shipment,

The visit by vessel Capitaine Kupe saw the discharge of 70 import containers, and 163 containers loaded for export to the South Pacific.READ MORE (credit Port of Newcastle)

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.

12 June 2025 : Part X : Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event – for China to Australia inwards and outwards Service

12 June 2025 : Part X : Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - NEAX/A1X/AUE/NAX inwards and outwards service 
12 June 2025 : Part X : Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event – for China to Australia inwards and outwards Service 

Notices:

AIRFREIGHT

New direct Sydney-Shanghai freighter services 

Air New Zealand the first trans-Tasman carrier to fly to Western Sydney International

Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran says the airline is pleased to be leading the way in connecting the two countries via the new airport.

"Western Sydney International represents an exciting step forward for aviation in Australia, and we're delighted to be the first trans-Tasman carrier to commit to operating there as we continue to grow". READ MORE

Please refer the Qantas Freight site for updates on operational matters. 

Notices:

BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE to review the DAFF Biosecurity Report

BORDER

Industry Update: PFAS Ban – Key Information for Customs Brokers and Importers

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) recently met with representatives from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) IChEMS team to discuss the upcoming ban on specific per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) scheduled to take effect from 1 July 2025 under the Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard (IChEMS). READ MORE (member login required)

Notices:

TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 17th June 2025

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

Agribusiness & Food News

In the latest news bulletin

• Australian exporters a hit at Saudi Food show

• Global tool kit webinars

• Aussie salmon a success in India
  READ MORE

Notices:

Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 17th June 2025

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

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 

1.1.2025:  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.

Sponsorship prospectus is available HERE