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FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

APSA Strengthens Global Representation as it is appointed Vice Chair of the Asian Shippers' Alliance (ASA)

Tom Jensen, General Manager, Freight Policy & Operations - FTA | APSA attended the 2025 Asian Shippers' Alliance (ASA) and Global Shippers' Alliance (GSA) Annual Meeting held in Bali from 5–7 November 2025, where the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) was formally appointed Vice Chair of the Asian Shippers' Alliance for the next two years (2025–2027). This prestigious appointment recognises APSA's growing leadership across the region, driving collaboration and reform toward transparency, efficiency, and regulatory alignment across international supply chains. READ MORE

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

ABC Country Hour - On Increasing Port Charges

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FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Last Friday 7 November, the 2nd Women in Logistics lunch organised by Transitainer WA was held at the Windsor Hotel , Sth Perth. Over 50 ladies attended in glorious sunshine to share connection, empowerment, experiences and to check in on each other. Well done to Kelly Thomas for the organisation and to the sponsors Phoenix Containers Freight Tranz Transport TRANSITAINER (WA) Pty Ltd and X Logistics. -  Amanda Bradfield from FTA said she connected with so many incredible women shaping the logistics, transport, and freight forwarding industries. Thanks for the photo collage Amanda

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

Monthly Shipping Report

Join Tom Jensen and Amanda Bradfield for our third session as we break down the FTA Monthly Shipping Report – October 2025,

What Forwarding & Customs Technology Would Look Like
If It Was Built Around You

Join John Park in conversation with Yojee CEO Mark Connell and CRO Shane D'Aprile as they unpack what modern freight forwarders and customs brokers actually need from their systems today across operations, management and I.T.

MeshedUp
 From Carrier to CargoWise in Seconds - Take Control of Your Rates

Discover how Meshed Up's docMesh platform automates the import and management of carrier buy rates directly into CargoWise — reducing manual effort, improving accuracy, and helping forwarders take control of their rate data.
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2025 Industry Awards Nights - Recognising Excellence 

DCN Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry Awards - Thursday 20 November, Shangri-La Hotel Sydney - Tickets HERE

ASCLA Awards Gala Dinner - Friday 14 November, Melbourne Town Hall - Registrations now closed.

FTA / APSA - TRAINING

MANDATORY ABF CPD MODULE
 
FTA has received confirmation from the Australian Border Force that the Mandatory ABF Module for the customs broker licensing period ending 31 March 2026 will be scheduled in January 2026 and will need to be completed by 31 March 2026. The Department will publish an ACN closer to the date with further details.

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LOGISTICS

The survey will only take 5 minutes and there is a $1000 Luxury Escapes voucher to win. ??????????: First 500 respondents also enter an extra draw for Apple AirPods 4 with noise cancellation. Help shape the future of Freight Forwarding compensation standards - survey closes 18 January 2026  READ MORE

Take Survey HERE

Pilbara Ports commits to reconciliation with launch of Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan

Pilbara Ports has launched its inaugural Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), marking a significant milestone in the organisation's ongoing commitment to reconciliation and to building strong, respectful and lasting relationships with First Nations people.

Launched at a stakeholder event in Port Hedland, the Reflect RAP (August 2025 – December 2026) provides a clear framework to guide reconciliation initiatives within the workplace and across port communities, laying the foundation for future RAPs. READ MORE

What you can see in this month's edition;

• Freight forwarders need to act fast on credit risk

• TT Club launches new quarterly Port Authority bulletin

• Standard trading conditions – the cornerstone of risk management for ports and terminals
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A change to NSW Load Declaration requirements

Transport for NSW has announced some changes to the NSW Load Declaration requirements.The change are now in effect, and has resulted in changes to the TfNSW website, with the Load Declaration form now removed from the website.

A signed measurement record is still needed as a condition of access, and the recording of this information is at the discretion of each operator., Operators must continue to produce a measurement record, signed by the operator, the person who took the measurements and the driver. READ MORE (story credit ATN magazine)

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

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SEA FREIGHT

TasPorts and the H2U Group explore green hydrogen and ammonia production at Bell Bay

TasPorts and the H2U Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to investigate the feasibility of developing a large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia production and export facility within the Bell Bay port precinct in northern Tasmania.  

The proposed facility would be initially capable of producing up to 500,000 tonnes of green ammonia per year with the potential to scale-up, supporting the emerging hydrogen industry and advancing Tasmania's renewable energy ambitions. READ MORE

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AIR FREIGHT

Qantas - Festive season operating hours

During the festive season, our terminals may have slightly different operating hours. So before you arrive at the terminal, we recommend you check our lodgement and collection hours to see when we're open. Some terminals will be closed on public holidays. READ MORE

NB: During this holiday period, we're offering free storage on Christmas Day and New Year's Day in our international terminals. 

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

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

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BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE to review the DAFF Biosecurity Report -  sponsored by Sidelink Transport

BORDER

Mariner arrested over $2.7 million Port Adelaide drug bust

A TANZANIAN national has appeared in the Port Adelaide Magistrate's Court charged with allegedly importing three kilos of methamphetamine into South Australia. 

An investigation began on November 8 after a security guard contracted by Flinders Ports stopped the cargo crew member for a random baggage inspection in Port Adelaide. Police allege during the routine bag check, port staff found three suspicious packages containing a crystal-like substance in the man's backpack.  READ MORE (story credit DCN)

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TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 11th November 2025

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

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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 11th November 2025

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

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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 

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