FTA / APSA - TRAINING

2025-2026 CPD Border Compliance Program sessions are now underway with record numbers registering to attend the sessions. Content is 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 secure the best rate.

MELBOURNE (Hyatt Place Essendon Fields)
9 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE 
10 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE 

PERTH (Double Tree by Hilton Perth Waterfront) (member early bird rate closes today - 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. 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.

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 CPD Points in Stream A (Continuing Professional Development).

This is a must-attend event for anyone seeking to understand the rapidly changing economic landscape and how it may affect international trade and Australia's broader economic performance.

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Caroline Zalai, FTA Director and John Park, Head of Business Operations  - FTA | APSA and Secretary of the Biosecurity Treatment Providers Reference Group (BTPRG) co-hosted the Section 77G and Approved Arrangement forum in Sydney at the St George Motor Boat Club. It was great to see 90 members in attendance to hear from Australian Border Force, Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and Australian Department of Home Affairs . Many thanks to our sponsors Stephen Inouye from Veritas and Andrew Christie from Andrew Christie Consulting for your support of this session.

Register below for the sessions in your State 

   

Methyl bromide v3 and other biosecurity treatments - forums

John Park. Head of Business Operations and Secretary of the Biosecurity Treatment Providers Reference Group (BTPRG) attended the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry (DAFF) forum last week in Perth. The department was very happy with the support from the WA Industry. Many thanks to the presenters (l to r) Andre De Oliveira, Marion Blake and Isobel Archer

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

Plenty covered in just 20 minutes—if you're interested in how geopolitics and trade policy keep shaking up global supply chains, it's worth a listen. LINK HERE

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

LOGISTICS

Westport approval signals next phase

In approving the business case IWA endorsed the port plan to move to the next stage which involves the start of definition works and reference designs ahead of a final investment decision and construction. READ MORE (credit DCN)

MUA Issues Statement on DP World Automation Plans

The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) has released a media statement addressing DP World Australia's (DPWA) proposed investment of over $600 million to automate operations across its container terminals in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. READ MORE

ANA expands online booking capabilities via CargoWise eBookings First Japanese air carrier to connect to CargoWise

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

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.

16 APRIL 2025: Part X: Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - for CMA CGM-MARFRET-CP Ships Panama Vessel Sharing Agreement inwards and outwards service

Hutchison Ports (Sydney & Brisbane) – 60-Day Notice of Intention to change Landside & Ancillary Charges - Effective from 9 June 2025

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have received 60-day notice from Hutchison Ports (Sydney & Brisbane Terminals) in terms of Landside and Ancillary Charges effective from 9 June 2025. READ MORE

• Formal Notice HERE for Sydney

• Formal Notice HERE for Brisbane

NSW Ports - Port Botany quayline equalisation

DP World have advised that there will be an authorised stop work meeting at their Sydney Terminal on Thursday 1st May 2025 from 1000hrs until 1400 hrs. All Terminal Operations will cease during this period.

0600, 0700 & 0800 Slots will be released. Gates will close 0900 Sharp to allow DPW to clear the yard. Re-Open at 1400 hrs.

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AIRFREIGHT

Qantas Freight - Revised International Terminal Service Fees (TSF) - Effective 11 May 2025

Qantas Freight International Terminal Service Fees have been revised, with new charges effective from 11 May 2025. For full details, visit our website. 

Qantas Freight International Terminal Service Fees - Australia 11 May 2025

Qantas Freight - Planned Construction Work at Melbourne International Terminal Effective 28 April 2025

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have received a notice to industry from Qantas Freight regarding changes as a result of construction work at the Melbourne International Terminal.

Planned construction work will be taking place at our Melbourne International Terminal from 28 April 2025 until late June 2025 which will impact truck parking facilities and other terminal operational areas.  READ MORE

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

Notices:

BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE to review the DAFF Biosecurity Report

Biosecurity Matters Edition 1, 2025

BORDER

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TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 22nd April 2025

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 22nd April 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 

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