FTA / APSA - TRAINING

We warmly welcome Caitlin Mason (pictured right with FTA Director, Caroline Zalai) in the full-time role of Member Services Support. 

Based in Sydney, Caitlin has national responsibilities to manage the online training platform "MYFTACPD" and provide timely support to Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) members with a particular focus on the 1000+ licensed customs brokers and importers completing their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) obligations ... read more

2025-2026 CPD Border Compliance Program sessions commenced with Sydney last Friday and Saturday which saw record numbers attend the program. Content was delivered from an expert panel of presenters from across government and commerce. Please view the program and purchase your tickets via the links below. We recommend that you book now to receive the member early bird rates. 

MELBOURNE (Hyatt Place Essendon Fields)
9 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE (member early bird rate EXTENDED TO FRIDAY 11 APRIL)
10 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE (member early bird rate EXTENDED TO FRIDAY 11 APRIL)

PERTH (Double Tree by Hilton Perth Waterfront) (member early bird rate closes 24 April)
Saturday 24 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE

BRISBANE (Brisbane Airport Conference Centre)
Wednesday 4 June 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE  (member early bird rate closes 4 May)

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.

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

Note: For licensed customs brokers, attendance at each of these events will provide 4 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points  in Stream A (CPD accreditation to be confirmed)

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Inspiring the Next Generation of Logistics Professionals – 'The Industry School' Edition

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

LOGISTICS

The AMC (Henderson) CUF Facility Replication Study Begins

In response to the October 2024 announcement that parts of the Australian Marine Complex (AMC) will be transitioned into a Commonwealth-owned Defence Precinct, the WA Government has launched the study to identify potential relocation sites for AMC CUF capabilities.
READ MORE

After some targeted presentations, join your peers and other stakeholders for a drink and some finger food!! FREE for CTAA Alliance / FTA company attendees!  A modest charge for other attendees. REGISTER HERE

Port Botany Quayline Equalisation

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

The first Supply Chain Forum for 2025 was held in March at The Fremantle Sailing Club. Fremantle Ports again provided a very informative range of presentations and welcome any feedback on topics / issues that industry would like to see at future events. 

1. Australian Border Force - Border Watch update

2. Fremantle Ports - Queen Victoria Street Bridge closure? Freight Optimisation? 2025

3. Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry - Simplified Targeting and Enhanced Processing Systems

4. Fremantle Ports - Trade Stats update

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

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.
 

8 April 2025 : Part X: Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - for China to Australia outwards Service
7 April 2025 : Part X: Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - for China to Australia inwards and outwards Service

Notices:

Notices:

AIRFREIGHT

Qantas Freight - Free storage day: 20 April 2025

Qantas Freight have advised they will be offering free storage at their international terminals on 20 April 2025. 

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

Notices:

BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE  to review the DAFF Biosecurity Report

BORDER

Please be advised that the ICS will be unavailable for a 5 hour period between Saturday 12 April and Sunday 13 April 2025. 

The outage will be from 23:00 AEST on Saturday 12 April until 04:00 AEST on Sunday 13 April 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 8th April 2025

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

Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 8th April 2025

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

Notices:
8.4.2025 : DFAT - Webinar update on US tariffs for exporters... read more
8.4.2025 : WTO - Canada initiates WTO dispute regarding US duties on automobiles and auto parts ... read more
7.4.2025 : FTA / APSA initial response to the US Tariffs - US TARIFF UPDATE 4 ... read more
7.4.2025 : Anti-Dumping Commission Update Week Ending 4th April 2025 ... login required
3.4.2025 : Austrade resources to support businesses navigating US tariffs - UPDATE 3 ... read more
3.4.2025 : U.S.tariff Implementation - UPDATE 2 : Register now for the latest detail ... read more
3.4.2025 : Impact of new U.S. tariffs on Australian trade ... read more

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