As outlined in our member notice disseminated on1 November 2023, DP World have announced exorbitant incontestable charges imposed on domestic transport operators, exporters and importers (costs that are passed down the supply chain leading to inflationary pressures).

Importantly, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have had initial media contact as a part of our advocacy for Federal Government intervention:

AFR - DP World's 52pc fee rise at Port of Melbourne labelled 'exorbitant'
The LoadStar - 'Daylight robbery' – Fury at huge hike in terminal fees by DP World Australia
The Weekly Times - Port fee spike to have "alarming" impact on agriculture

Building on this momentum, FTA / APSA have earlier today disseminated the following Media Release - refer HERE

Paul Zalai - Director FTA | Secretariat APSA | Director GSF

FTA / APSA media release - Federal Government must intervene to control spiralling supply chain costs