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FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Pictured (L–R): Paul Zalai (FTA/APSA), Bob Wray (Australian International Movers Association), Anna Brakey (ACCC), Mick Keogh (ACCC), and David Scott (Director – Commercial Freight & Logistics and FTA Sea Freight Member Representative).

FTA / APSA - TRAINING

Effective this year, the CBC activity includes both the learning and assessment component, which will only be delivered through the department's education and training platform, Learnhub.

All accredited persons must complete the CBC activity by Friday, 24 July 2026.

Further details are available HERE

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

Goods Compliance Update - June 2026

Russell Wiese of CGT Law will address key takeaways from the June 2026 Goods Compliance Update

CPD POINTS: This session has been accredited for 3 customs broker CPD Points in Stream A (FTA211) - please note you MUST complete the online assessment to receive these points.

Managing supply chain disruption: freight, markets and export logistics

Join us for an update on global freight markets, supply chain developments and what they mean for Australia's exporters.

The brown marmorated stink bug:
keeping Australia free of BMSB

Join us for the next instalment of the Biosecurity Business Pledge Australia members webinar series, featuring Caryn Scott, Director of the Hitchhiker and Non-First Ports Cargo Policy Team at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

FTA/APSA Global Shipping Insights

Join us as we break down the latest FTA/APSA Shipping Report, covering:
Rate trends and post-tariff market shifts
Congestion, capacity challenges, and blank sailings
Geopolitical Issues and changing global routes
Australia's trade and port updates

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

2026 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING & LOGISTICS CONFERENCE

2026 CARE-FACTOR INDUSTRY CHARITY TRADE BALL 

LOGISTICS

Peru's APEC project "Impact of the Electronic Bill of Lading on the Expedited Clearance of Goods: Implications for Foreign Trade Operators"

The Australian Border Force (ABF) on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism, Peru, are pleased to introduce Peru's APEC project "Impact of the Electronic Bill of Lading on the Expedited Clearance of Goods: Implications for Foreign Trade Operators" (SCCP_203_2025A).
 
As part of the project's implementation, you are invited to contribute to one of its key activities by completing the attached survey and sharing it with relevant stakeholders. Responses are due by 31 July 2026.

The survey seeks to gather information on current practices, experiences and perspectives regarding the implementation and use of the electronic Bill of Lading (eBL) across APEC economies. A key feature of this questionnaire is that it has been designed to collect input from a broad range of stakeholders involved in international trade—not only customs administrators, but also other government agencies, ports, carriers, logistics service providers, business associations, importers, exporters and other supply chain participants.
 
The link to the survey is as follows: Impact of E-BL on Expedited Clearance of Goods: Implications for Foreign Trade Operators: Rellenar formulario

Cargo trial flights kick off at Western Sydney International

Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport's (WSI) Cargo Precinct trial flights commenced this week, with the first freighter due to touch down this afternoon ahead of the hub's formal opening and inaugural commercial services on Sunday 26 July. 

WSI CEO Simon Hickey said these trial flights marked the final stages of the airport's operational readiness program as it prepares for the opening of its 24-hour, state-of-the-art cargo hub.  READ MORE

Sessions are planned for Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane during late July and August, however places will be limited, and registrations will be accepted subject to venue capacity. If you are interested in attending, please contact Swasti Pandya at swasti.pandya@intreso.com to register your interest. Confirmed dates, venues and event details will be provided once finalised
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The mid-west port of Geraldton is gearing up for exciting new projects that will increase export traffic thru the port;

Arc and FIJV MOU a boost for Geraldton Port

GERALDTON Port in Western Australia's Mid West is set to be the beneficiary of a joint venture between rail company Arc Infrastructure and magnetite miner FI Joint Venture (FIJV).

The two companies have formalised cooperation on a potential rail-based export pathway for the Yogi Magnetite Project, signing a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly assess freight and port logistics across the Mid West. READ MORE

Port grain deals offer CBH alternatives

INDEPENDENT grain marketer Plum Grove Logistics has signed a three-year Port Access Service Agreement with Mid West Ports Authority, making it the latest independent grain marketer to do deals with West Australian ports.

The official MWPA media release confirms the agreement will allow Plum Grove to export up to 600,000 tonnes of grain via Berth 6 at the Port of Geraldton, operating under strict environmental and operational controls. READ MORE (story credits DCN)

This month, we explore how industry collaboration is helping to strengthen safety performance across ports and terminals; examine the legal and risk management lessons from a recent place of refuge case; and consider how a potential super El Niño event could disrupt global supply chains, highlighting the need for enhanced resilience and proactive risk planning - READ MORE

In the latest issue of the Westport community update we look at

• How science is shaping port decisions

• the Westport Innovation Hub

• Westport Sustainability Strategy

• How hydrography is helping inform design decisions
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Aurizon announces Andrew Adam appointment

RAIL freight operator Aurizon has announced the appointment of Andrew Adam as a new non-executive director effective 1 July.

Mr Adam has more than three decades of experience in transport and logistics across ports, rail and intermodal freight, including large-scale operating and transformation roles in Australia and internationally. READ MORE (story credit DCN)

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SEA FREIGHT

IAPH adds TasPorts, NQBP as members

THE TOKYO-headquartered International Association of Ports and Harbours has announced that TasPorts and North Queensland Bulk Ports have joined as a regular members.

"The Tasmanian government-owned company is responsible for ten Tasmanian ports and the Devonport Airport. Approximately 99% of Tasmania's freight transits through its ports network.   READ MORE (story credit DCN)

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AIR FREIGHT

dnata Italy marks next phase of growth with 300 permanent roles across Rome and Milan

Rome/Milan, Italy, 8 July 2026 – dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, is marking the next phase of its growth in Italy by offering permanent employment to 300 colleagues across its airport operations in Rome and Milan.
 

Effective this month, the move covers 150 employees at Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and a further 150 across Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Milan Linate (LIN) airports READ MORE

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

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BIOSECURITY

Please click  HERE   the DAFF Biosecurity Report -  sponsored by Clear ai

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TRADE

FTA have added the Xe exchange rate widget to the right sidebar on our FTAlliance.com.au home page, so members can easily convert using live rates provided by our affiliate partner in Xe.

It also has a link to the Xe/FTA landing page for members to create a free account with Xe.

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 14th July 2026

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

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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 14th July 2026

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

BORDER

Cutting off illegal weapons supply: ABF Officers seized 426 prohibited weapons at Port Botany

During x-ray examinations, officers identified anomalies within the consignments and subsequently conducted physical examinations, allegedly locating and seizing 426 illicit weapons concealed inside boxes. READ MORE (story credit ABF Newsroom)

Queensland mining equipment company fined more than $126,000 for illegal exports to Russia

?????A Queensland mining equipment manufacturer has been fined more than $126,000 after an Australian Border Force (ABF) investigation found it had illegally exported sanctioned goods to Russia through intermediary countries.

The ABF also seized almost $50,000 worth of goods that were destined for Russia.

Codenamed Operation GOBLETDUST, the ABF-led investigation began in December 2024 following a referral from the Australian Sanctions Office (ASO).
READ MORE (story credit ABF newsroom)

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WEBINARS & RECORDINGS

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