FTA / APSA - TRAINING

2025-2026 FTA ONLINE CPD & CBC TRAINING PACKAGES

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

SELECT COMMITTEE ON PRODUCTIVITY IN AUSTRALIA

• How can fit-for-purpose freight infrastructure encourage productivity growth and economic dynamism?
• How has disrupted freight supply chains impacted Australia's infrastructure resilience?
• Would harmonised freight and logistics regulations better support Australia's economy?

2026 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING & LOGISTICS CONFERENCE

2026 CARE-FACTOR INDUSTRY CHARITY TRADE BALL 

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

DCN - INDUSTRY OPINION: Stepping up

Freight & Trade Alliance have been collating data from various sources in relation to operating hours for service providers, shipping lines and government agencies over the coming Christmas / New Year period.

The information can be seen at the below link, however we remind all members to stay alert to notices from CargoWise / Containerchain and OneStop as well as monitoring the various web sites for changes to what has already been received. This list will be updated as more information comes to hand.

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Changes / Additions received after 3 December will be highlighted as **NEW" each week

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

Notices:

LOGISTICS

We will formally evaluate our 2055 PDS engagement program in 2026. However, if you participated in our engagement activities and wish to provide feedback before then, please email pds@portofmelbourne.com.

Fremantle Ports have provided FTA with details as regards (1) Sail;GP 2026 event and (2) maintenance programs for 2026. It would be recommended that members frequent themselves with the attached and below links so as to avoid any delays during these events.READ MORE
 

• Inner Harbour Maintenance Schedule 

• H Berth Maintenance Schedule

Extra money for WA's Westport, Kwinana

Transport minister and treasurer Rita Saffioti today [18 December] announced an additional $30 million will be invested to prepare the Kwinana Industrial Area for construction of Westport, with funding focused on early works that reduce risk, minimise environmental impacts and avoid costly delays. READ MORE (story credit DCN)

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

Fremantle Ports - Fremantle SailGP 2026 and H Berth Maintenance – Operational Update

As you may have seen, site preparation and assembly have now commenced at South Mole to support the upcoming SailGP event in January.
With the event approaching, all operational arrangements previously outlined are now confirmed as per below. Fremantle Ports is continuing to work closely with SailGP and key stakeholders to minimise impacts on port users. READ MORE

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:

SEA FREIGHT

New leadership for NPDL

SOUTH PACIFIC specialist Neptune Pacific Direct Line, owned by California's The Wonderful Company, has appointed a new president, to be based in Singapore. 

 Kim A. Kristensen brings more than 37 years of global shipping experience, most recently serving as senior vice president of Asyad Line LLC, where he launched a new container shipping line in the Middle East, significantly increasing revenue and delivering profit, Neptune Pacific says. READ MORE (story credit DCN)

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.

23.12.2025 : Part X: Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - for China to Australia inwards and outwards service
23.12.2025 : Part X: OUTCOME: Application for Final Registration of Variation No.1 China to Australia Service (PANDA)
 

Notices:

AIR FREIGHT

FTA / APSA Submission in response to the Sydney Airport 2026 Draft Master Plan 2045

The submission captures industry perspectives across exporting, importing, freight forwarding and logistics, with a focus on operational realities, infrastructure capacity and long-term planning risks. Given Sydney Airport's critical role in Australia's trade network, freight considerations must be embedded as a core element of the Master Plan. READ MORE

dnata, Dubai Police unveil smart cargo screening hub at DXB

dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has unveiled a new centralised screening control room at its Dubai International airport (DXB) cargo facility, developed in partnership with Dubai Police. The project marks a major step in the digital transformation of air cargo operations, combining real-time automation with enhanced security oversight. READ MORE

BIFA urges UK forwarders to incorporate new Standard Trading Conditions

UK freight forwarder association BIFA has warned its members that there are just two weeks to go until updated Standard Trading Conditions (STC) come into force.

The updated 2025 edition replaces the 2021 version in light of the increased volume of customs-related activities and will be implemented from 1 January. READ MORE (story credit AIr Cargo News)

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

Notices:

BIOSECURITY

The DAFF Biosecurity Report will return on January 6

Notices:

TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 23rd December 2025

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

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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 23rd December 2025

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

Notices:

BORDER

Sydney man sentenced for importing 139kg of Methamphetamine precursor

The man was charged after four separate consignments containing a total of 139 kilograms of MDP2P arrived into Sydney between 24 June 2024 and 6 July 2024 and were intercepted by ABF officers.READ MORE (story credit ABF newsroom)

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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 

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
For the timeliest response from our team, FTA / APSA members are reminded to send training, finance, events and general administration enquiries to Training@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