FTA / APSA Weekly Report 2026/01 - sponsored by Eva Air Cargo

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

FTA / APSA WEEKLY REPORT 2026/01
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FTA / APSA - TRAINING

MANDATORY ABF CPD MODULE
 

The Australian Border Force's Mandatory ABF CPD Module for the customs broker licensing period ending 31 March 2026 went live on 1 January 2026. 

 
Last week the platform host sent out an email directly to all customs brokers requesting them to reactive their profile. The email was sent from the @australianborderforce.birchdlp.com domain name.
 
You can click on "Reset link" provided in this email OR you can go directly to the ABF Australian Trusted Trader (ATT) training portal site via https://australianborderforce.birchlp.com.au/ and sign in using forgot password.
 
Either way you will receive an email with a link to proceed to reactivate from @australianborderforce.birchdlp.com

For further instructions once successfully logged in, please refer HERE

If you require further ABF platform assistance please contact broker licensing on brokers.licensing@abf.gov.au
 
MANDATORY CBC ACTIVITY

IMPORTANT UPDATE
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry (DAFF) have advised there will be NO  Mandatory CBC Activity or assessment for the period ending 31 March 2026. Refer HERE
WEBINAR - DECEMBER 2025 GOODS COMPLIANCE UPDATE
FREE & EXCLUSIVE TO FTA/APSA MEMBERS

Russell Wiese of CGT Law will address key takeaways from the December 2025 Goods Compliance Update including: 
  • the use of anti-dumping exemption codes;
  • transaction based money laundering;
  • the voluntary disclosure program;
  • customs broker licensing; and
  • compliance program results
CPD POINTS: This session has been accredited for 3 customs broker CPD Points in Stream A (FTA201) - please note you MUST complete the online assessment to receive these points. Register HERE

2025-2026 FTA ONLINE CPD & CBC TRAINING PACKAGES


Are you organised for your  Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) training?

FTA offers online training 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 bulk discounts are available on a sliding scale. 

Licensed customs brokers not employed by a corporate FTA member, can purchase an Individual Membership which includes online CPD 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 organise a package.

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

SENATE COMMITTEE - FREIGHT SUPPLY CHAINS


Picking up on themes from correspondence to the Federal Treasurer on 20 June 2025, FTA / APSA will be preparing a formal submission to the committee. FTA and APSA have made preliminary contact with prominent committee members and will be following up with in-person meetings in Canberra next month - Supporting this approach, we would value member feedback for inclusion in the FTA / APSA submission to Amanda Bradfield  by Friday 6 February 2026. READ MORE

CEF DELAYS AT PORT BOTANY


Further to last weeks' member notice, extensive delays continue to be reported at the Port Botany Container Examination Facility (CEF). We sought further detail from the Australian Border Force (ABF) and will post any pertinent updates on the FTA website. In the interim, we highly recommend that members access the valuable resources under the Customs Broker Toolbox available HERE

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Singapore re-con trip

Amanda Bradfield recently visited Singapore, and of course, the port called her name!
This incredible shot from the cable car to Sentosa, Singapore's resort island, highlights the cranes in the distance and a reminder that even in holiday times, the shipping world is never far away!

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

A full list of our extensive ongoing media coverage is available HERE

2026 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING & LOGISTICS CONFERENCE

Registrations now open

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA), the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) and the New Zealand Cargo Owners Council (NZCOC) are delighted to advise that registrations are now open for the inaugural 2026 Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference.

Are you interested in sponsoring this event?
Please speak with Paul Zalai on 0408 280 123 or pzalai@ftalliance.com.au

2026 CARE-FACTOR INDUSTRY CHARITY TRADE BALL 

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA), The Compliant Group, Orange Lime Consulting and Next Leap Training Solutions are delighted to host the 2026 Care-Factor Industry Charity Trade Ball at the Hyatt Regency, Sydney on Friday 31st July 2026.

We are delighted to announce our 2026 charity beneficiary is the Reboot Mindset Academy

For further details of the event and sponsorship opportunities please click HERE
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FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING WEBINARS

 Goods Compliance Update (December 2025)



Thursday 22 January 2026 - 1200 AEDT



 

Join Russell Wiese of CGT Law as he unpacks key takeaways from the latest Goods Compliance Update.

RegoIQ: The Digital Assistant for Freight Forwarders



Wednesday 4 February 2026 - 1200 AEDT




Hear from Brent Wallace how TaluxIQ's RegoIQ platform is transforming import job management through intelligent automation — reading emails, registering jobs, tracking shipments, and following up on missing documents, all while integrating seamlessly with CargoWise and Expedient to deliver unmatched speed and accuracy.

FTA/APSA Global Shipping Insights



Thursday 5 February 2026 - 1200 AEDT

Join Tom Jensen and Amanda Bradfield for our fifth session as we break down the FTA Monthly Shipping Report – January 2026.

UPCOMING EVENTS
22 January 2026 : WEBINAR - Goods Compliance Update (December 2025)
4 February 2026 : WEBINAR - RegoIQ: The Digital Assistant for Freight Forwarders 
5 February 2026 : Webinar - FTA/APSA Global Shipping Insights 
18 February 2026 : WEBINAR - Paycargo - The 30-Second Advantage: Driving Commercial Success in Logistics
24 February 2026 : WEBINAR - Cargo Loss, Damage & Contracting Risks - 2026 Risk & Resilience Webinar Series
5 March 2026 : Webinar - FTA/APSA Global Shipping Insights 
17 March 2026 : WEBINAR - Errors and Omissions - 2026 Risk & Resilience Webinar Series
2 April 2026 : Webinar - FTA/APSA Global Shipping Insights 
15 April 2026 : WEBINAR - Personal Injury & Property Damage Claims - 2026 Risk & Resilience Webinar Series 
22 April 2026 : 2026 Tasmanian Freight & Logistics Forum 
2 May 2026 : 2026/27 FTA WA CPD Border Compliance Program - Saturday 2 May 2026 
6 May 2026 : WEBINAR - Fines, Duties & Uncollected Cargo - 2026 Risk & Resilience Webinar Series 
8 May 2026 : 2026/27 FTA NSW CPD Border Compliance Program- Friday 8 May 2026 
9 May 2026 : 2026/27 FTA NSW CPD Border Compliance Program- Saturday 9 May 2026 
15 May 2026 : 2026/27 FTA VIC CPD Border Compliance Program - Friday 15 May 2026
16 May 2026 : 2026/27 FTA VIC CPD Border Compliance Program - Saturday 16 May 2026 
24 - 26 May 2026 : Australian Steel Association - 2026 Conference 
27 May 2026 : 2026/27 FTA QLD CPD Border Compliance Program - Wednesday 27 May 2026 
17 June 2026 : 2026 FTA NSW Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
24 June 2026 : 2026 FTA VIC Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
1 July 2026 : 2026 FTA WA Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
15 July 2026 : 2026 FTA QLD Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 
31 July 2026 : Care-Factor (Charity Trade ball) Christmas in July
27-28 August 2026 : 2026 Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference

Notices:

23 July 2025 : 2026/27 CPD- Early Bird Registration- Now Open! - read more

LOGISTICS

WiseTech Global acquires Centre for Customs and Excise Studies to boost customs education worldwide

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC), developer of logistics execution software and supply chain technology solutions, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire (1) the Centre for Customs and Excise Studies (CCES), an industry recognized leading provider of training, education and research in the highly specialized area of customs and border management. READ MORE

Fremantle Ports - Maintenance / Events issues

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
 

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:

6.1.2026 : SENATE COMMITTEE - FREIGHT SUPPLY CHAINS - FTA / APSA Invitation to make a formal submission - read more
6.1.2026 : WiseTech Global acquires Centre for Customs and Excise Studies to boost customs education worldwide - read more
5.1.2026 : FTA / APSA Submission on Apprenticeship Priority List Review - Release of Careers Video - read more
5.1.2026 : 2025 ABF Mandatory CPD Module - Platform Guidance - read more
5.1.2026 : Fremantle Ports - New Toilet Facilities at TMA - read more
2.1.2026 : Port Botany Cargo Examination Facility Delays - Update 3 - read more
2.1.2026 : 2026 - The Year of the Fire Horse - Setting a platform for significant changes and breakthroughs - read more
2.1.2026 : One Billion Dollar Hit to Australian Beef Exports - read more
31.12.2025 : 2025-2026 Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) - read more
31.12.2025 : BREAKING NEWS - WiseTech Global to divest Expedient Software Pty Ltd - read more
31.12.2025 : FTA PARTNERS WITH AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS - DELIVERY OF DISCOUNTED FIRST-AID TRAINING - read more
30.12.2025 : WEBINAR - Goods Compliance Update (December 2025) - read more
29.12.2025 : SENATE COMMITTEE - FREIGHT SUPPLY CHAINS - FTA / APSA Invitation to make a formal submission - read more

SEA FREIGHT

PART X Competition & Consumer Act

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.

 

06.01.2026 : Part X: OUTCOME: Application for Final Registration of Variation No.2 - Vessel Sharing Agreement for the Europe / Indian Ocean / Australia Service (Variation No.2 to the NEMO VSA) 

Notices:

6.1.2026 : International Shipping Line Financial Data Update - .read more

AIR FREIGHT

Lufthansa turns 100!

In 2026, Lufthansa marks a major milestone: on January 6, 1926, 100 years ago, the first "Luft Hansa" was founded, and by April 6 of the same year, it had its maiden flight. This anniversary is not only a reflection on the history of one of aviation's most iconic brands but also a significant step into the future.
READ MORE


Qantas Freight Operations

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

BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE to review the DAFF Biosecurity Report -  sponsored by Luckens Fumigation Services

Notices:

27.11.2025 : FTA - 2025 Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) Update - read more

TRADE

Finance Report
 

Please note the Weekly Market Summary courtesy of Xe will resume on 12th January.

The daily updates will finish 19 December and resume 12 January as well.

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 6th January 2026

 

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

LOGIN REQUIRED

Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 6th January 2026

 

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


LOGIN REQUIRED

BORDER

Notices:

5.1.2026 : 2025 ABF Mandatory CPD Module - Platform Guidance - read more
5.1.2026 : Australian Border Force (ABF) Update - read more
24.12.2025 : GOODS COMPLIANCE UPDATE - 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 


9 December 2025 : Webinars & CPD Recordings - read more

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


 
Member Communications
 

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

 
 


 













 



 
 






  
















 

 
 


 
 




















 

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