MESSAGE FROM ASSOCIATION CHAIRS - 2026 Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference

Thursday, April 2, 2026

We are delighted to share three short conversations that bring together insights from the peak industry bodies shaping shipping and logistics across Australia and New Zealand.

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA), the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) and the New?Zealand Cargo Owners Council (NZCOC) provide an overview of advocacy activity, and, importantly, highlight the collaborative effort behind bringing you the Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference.

Sal Milici speaks with Paul Zalai, taking members on a walk down memory lane — tracing the evolution of FTA from its humble beginnings in 2012 to today as co-hosts of the prestigious Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference.
Paul Zalai speaks with Olga Harriton, Chair of the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA), as they discuss the industry and their role as co-hosts of the prestigious Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics
Sal Milici speaks with Brent Falvey, Chair of the New Zealand Cargo Owners Council (NZCOC), as they discuss the industry and their role as co-hosts of the prestigious Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference

Key Dates

  • 26 August 2026 – APSA Annual General Meeting followed by the Welcome Function at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park.
  • 27 August 2026 – Join us for the Gala Dinner at NSW Parliament House for a key networking event bringing together leaders and experts from across the sector
  • 27–28 August 2026 – Formal Conference bringing together senior industry and government leaders from across both nations and beyond

"NAVIGATING CHANGE AND EMPOWERING PROGRESS"

Be part of shaping the conversation on the future of shipping, logistics, and international trade

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