WEBINAR - Tomorrow Thursday June 12
DUMPING DUTY What you Need to Know

As an active participant in the International Trade Remedies Forum (ITRF) — Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) represented by Russell Wiese (Principal, CGT Law) — contributes industry insight and stakeholder feedback to support the continuous improvement of trade remedies policy. 

In line with FTA's commitment to informed industry engagement, we are pleased to showcase an upcoming educational opportunity:

Thursday 12 June 2025 at 12:00pm AEST
Dumping Duty Fundamentals – What Importers and Customs Brokers Need to Know
Presented by Russell Wiese (Principal, CGT Law)
This webinar will explain the fundamentals of dumping duty, offering practical guidance for importers, customs brokers and supply chain professionals navigating this complex area

 
 

Reminder: "The Sustainable Future of Australian Coastal Shipping" –

Survey Now Open

As outlined in our earlier member notice, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) are supporting important PhD research into the sustainable future of Australian coastal shipping, led by Mike Brindley through the Australian Maritime College, University of Tasmania.

This study aims to identify practical pathways to strengthen coastal shipping and better align government policy with industry needs. Your participation as a key stakeholder—whether you're an exporter, importer, freight forwarder, logistics provider, customs broker, or transport operator—is essential.

Click HERE to complete the survey
Participation Information Sheet

We appreciate that time is limited, but your contribution will add genuine value to this academic and industry-focused initiative. Please take a few minutes to support this research and have your say.

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

Western Sydney International Airport charts future vision with inaugural master plan - Call for Feedback

provide feedback on its newly released Preliminary Draft Master Plan - and they want to hear from the freight and logistics community. FTA/APSA members and stakeholders are encouraged to review the Plan and provide feedback. Your insights will help ensure that freight priorities and practical logistics needs are heard and factored into the airport's future development.
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FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

FTA / APSA - TRAINING

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.

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

Time to organise your frock, dancing shoes and table.
 

Join us for the 2025 Care-Factor Industry Charity Trade Ball on Friday 25 July 2025 at the Fullerton Hotel, Martin Place, Sydney.

LOGISTICS

NSW Freight Policy Reform - Final Report Released: Delivering Freight Policy Reform in New South Wales

FTA/APSA thanks members for contributing to our submissions and will continue to represent your interests as implementation progresses. We strongly encourage all members to review the final report and monitor how these reforms may impact operational and commercial activities. READ MORE

Blume Global launches specialised ocean terminal appointment and payment platform with ICTSI as lead customer

• Seamless connectivity  

• Clean energy  

• Designed for future generations 

  According to Port of Brisbane, the roadmap was developed in collaboration with industry, government and community partners in the context of a growing Queensland population with projected increases in everything from container trade to cruise shipping.

  READ MORE (story and picture - credit DCN)

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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SEAFREIGHT

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AIRFREIGHT

Major construction wraps and terminal unveiled taking
Sydney's New 24 hour airport closer to take-off

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

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BIOSECURITY

John Park, Head of Business Operations - FTA | APSA, the 2024 recipient in the Industry Award category said the award was a recognition of service to industry, members and maintaining a strong Biosecure Australia over many years. The award was both humbling and rewarding. 

Please click HERE to review the DAFF Biosecurity Report

BORDER

Industry Update: PFAS Ban – Key Information for Customs Brokers and Importers

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) recently met with representatives from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) IChEMS team to discuss the upcoming ban on specific per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) scheduled to take effect from 1 July 2025 under the Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard (IChEMS). READ MORE (member login required)

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TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 10th June 2025

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 10th June 2025

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

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