Our thanks to Stone Freight Solutions as a BRONZE sponsor of the
2025 Care-Factor Industry Charity Trade Ball

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

The Australian Border Force (ABF) convened a series of high-level meetings last week to shape policy inputs for next month's Productivity Round Table, to be hosted by the Federal Treasurer.

FTA / APSA representatives contributed to discussions with a focus on several key areas aimed at streamlining trade and improving border efficiency. These included the potential removal of nuisance tariffs, reform of the Australian Trusted Trader program, improved access to border clearance data for industry, earlier risk management to detect and disrupt illegitimate trade, and enhancements to trade-related ICT systems.

To progress this work, the National Committee on Trade Facilitation (NCTF) will hold an extraordinary meeting on Wednesday, 30 July 2025, to finalise its position on these initiatives.

The agreed outcomes will be formally presented to the Minister for Home Affairs for consideration ahead of the Productivity Round Table.

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Congratulations to the SCLAA WA Committee for hosting such a well-attended and engaging evening — it's great to see strong momentum behind initiatives that support professional growth and industry collaboration.

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

While trade impacts are serious - further delays and cost hikes - they pale in comparison to the human cost now unfolding. 

NSW Country Hour – ABC Listen Interview starts 9mins.
The World on ABC  -  View HERE

The Loadstar - Opposition to ACCC green light for DP World takeover of Silk Logistics

 "This lack of a united industry front may have given the regulator an excuse to sidestep the issue". "Even though it acknowledged the deal would reduce competition, it failed to act. The result? A green light for stevedores and global shipping lines to push ahead with their vertical integration ambitions," Mr Zalai added. READ MORE (picture credit The Loadstar / DP World)

AFR - Global freight prices tumble, except for goods shipped to Australia

Tom Jensen, General Manager of Freight Policy at Australia's Freight & Trade Alliance, which represents importers and exporters, said record numbers of new ships were built last year as ocean carriers invested in vessels powered by alternative fuels such as methanol. "But while there are geopolitical issues, the shipping lines will try to keep freight prices – and their margins – higher at every opportunity," Jensen said.

See full article HERE

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

Last chance to purchase tickets. Closing this Friday 18 July.

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

FTA / APSA - TRAINING

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 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.

LOGISTICS

Freight rail giant signs on to roll out of Melbourne IMT

Aurizon Bulk & Containerised Freight Group Executive George Lippiatt says the agreement will help Aurizon to grow national container volumes and enhance service offerings for customers. READ MORE ( story credit ATN - pictured L to R -Luke Scanlan (Aurizon), Andrew Adam (ITC), George Lippiatt (Aurizon), Leigh Cook (ITC). (Image: ITC) 

Swan River Crossings - Fremantle Traffic Bridge 

Traffic changes and nightworks have been underway since May to locate services before modification works commence. READ MORE

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

Notices:

AIRFREIGHT

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

BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE to review the DAFF Biosecurity Report

BORDER

The outage will be from 23:00 AEST on Saturday 19 July 2025 until 04:00 AEST on Sunday 20 July 2025 and is necessary for system maintenance. Industry clients should make arrangements to have cargo cleared outside of these hours. 

Australian Border Force apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Notices:

TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 15th July 2025

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 15th July 2025

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

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 

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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

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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