OUR EXPANDING ALLIANCE

The courses cover AI foundations, applying generative AI in business contexts, and implementing responsible AI practices.

The broader package also includes the Cyber Wardens program (practical cyber security for small businesses), the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program (language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills), the ATO's Essentials to Strengthen Your Small Business (tax, cash flow and growth planning), and the Fair Work Ombudsman's online learning centre (workplace rights and compliance).

A solid, no-cost upskilling opportunity for FTA's small businesses looking to sharpen digital, legal and operational capability in 2026.
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FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

SENATE COMMITTEE - FREIGHT SUPPLY CHAINS

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

2026 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING & LOGISTICS CONFERENCE

FTA / APSA - TRAINING

2025-2026 FTA ONLINE CPD & CBC TRAINING PACKAGES

2026 CARE-FACTOR INDUSTRY CHARITY TRADE BALL 

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

RegoIQ: The Digital Assistant for Freight Forwarders

Hear from Brent Wallace how TaluxIQ's RegoIQ platform is transforming import job management through intelligent automation — reading emails, registering jobs, tracking shipments, and following up on missing documents, all while integrating seamlessly with CargoWise and Expedient to deliver unmatched speed and accuracy.

FTA/APSA Global Shipping Insights

Join Tom Jensen and Amanda Bradfield for our fifth session as we break down the FTA Monthly Shipping Report – January 2026.

The 30-Second Advantage: Driving Commercial Success in Logistics

Join us for an exclusive webinar with Simone Peacock of PayCargo who will discuss emerging trends in forwarding and logistics and learn how a 30-second response time can dramatically lift conversions and accelerate ROI.

Join us for the inaugural Biosecurity Business Pledge Australia members webinar series, featuring a keynote address from Chris Ipkendanz, Assistant Secretary of Crisis and Emergency Management at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

WISTA Australia is a non-profit organisation established in 2011 for women within the shipping and trade sectors to promote networking and educational opportunities for female participants in these industries for the betterment of the Australian and international trade. 
 
Interested in learning more about WISTA and looking to enjoy the camaraderie of female peers, please contact membership@wistaaustralia.org

Join industry peers as we come together across Australia to celebrate women's achievements and leadership. Be part of nation-wide events recognising the strength, resilience, and innovation of women in Supply Chain and Logistics. Events will be held in NSW, QLD, VIC, WA and SA.

Join SCLAA and FTA at one of the 5 national events and connect with leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the supply chain sector. Secure your tickets today before they sell out.

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LOGISTICS

This year builds on a strong finish to 2025, with December marking the publication of our 2055 Port Development Strategy (PDS) – our long-term vision for the port. I would like to thank everyone who contributed to this important piece of work and encourage you to explore our roadmap for the next 30 years at 2055 Port Development Strategy. - Saul Cannon - CEO

• 2055 Port Development Strategy

• 2025 Sustainability Report

• The M4 West Gate Tunnel - Now Open

• Port Infrastructure Update
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Arrow Transport trials A-triple at Brisbane Port

Arrow Transport Logistics & Quarantine Services successfully conducted an A-triple Road Train combination trial operating in and around the Port of Brisbane using a Mercedes-Benz Actros truck.

The trial focussed on moving both full and empty containers between key Port of Brisbane partners in a single movement; six twenty-foot containers (or three forty foot containers) at a time.
READ MORE (story credit ATN magazine)

OOCL expands coastal offering

USING a combination of rail and sea, from next month OOCL will offer shippers a "seamless" Brisbane-Fremantle service with a 14-day transit. The carrier will landbridge from the Bromelton rail terminal south of Brisbane using railco Aurizon to connect with the Triple A consortium's weekly AAA2 service at Port Botany, and thence by sea to Fremantle. 

 OOCL says the service offers full container drop-off at Bromelton, where the detention clock stops, and flexible delivery options in Fremantle, including Fremantle terminal pick-up or onward movement to ICD Forrestfield by Intermodal Container Services, all on a through Bill of Lading.  READ MORE (story credit DCN)

Voluntary Port Performance Framework Quarterly Dashboard

The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) has released the Quarter 3 2025 quarterly dashboard under the Voluntary Port Performance Model (VPPM).The dashboard provides quarterly updates from the three stevedores and stakeholders to improve the transparency of land-side port operations as part of the Victorian Government's Voluntary Port Performance Model.

You can view the dashboard by visiting the Voluntary Performance Monitoring Framework webpage.

Berth 3 gantry arrival signals major step for Bass Strait freight

Work at Devonport's Berth 3 had reached a significant infrastructure milestone with the arrival of a custom-built gantry designed to support the next generation of Bass Strait shipping.

Once complete, Berth 3 will play a central role in supporting Tasmania's freight, tourism, and supply chain resilience by enabling more efficient movement of vehicles and goods between Tasmania and the mainland.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

PART X Competition & Consumer Act

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.

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AIR FREIGHT

Asia Pacific air cargo demand rises 5.6% in 2025

Asia region carriers posted 5.6% FTK growth despite tariff pressures, supported by supply chain shifts and e-commerce demand across the region

This growth was against a challenging operating environment with the introduction of tariffs on Asian and major global economies, but air cargo markets benefited from the rapid adaptation of global supply chains. READ MORE (story credit AirCargo News)

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

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BIOSECURITY

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

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TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 3rd February 2026

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

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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 3rd February 2026

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

BORDER

AFP highlights game of "hide and seek" with drug smugglers

MOSAIC tiles, crane parts, buses, expensive fabric and 'vegetable spring rolls' are just some of the concealment methods criminals have used to try to smuggle drugs into Australia.

In 2025, Australian Border Force (ABF) intercepted varied air, mail and sea cargo consignments of illicit substances and precursors destined for Australian shores and, which the AFP, seized: 
READ MORE (story credit DCN)

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WEBINARS & RECORDINGS

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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

Training, Finance & Events Enquiries
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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