Welcome to our Weekly Report providing the latest market intelligence for trade professionals
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SPECIAL NOTICE
AUSTRALIAN PEAK SHIPPERS ASSOCIATION (APSA) ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING |
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The APSA AGM will take place on Wednesday 13 November 2019 between 10 - 11am AEDT at the Port of Melbourne Education Centre - 343 Lorimer St, Port Melbourne, VIC.
Please RSVP to Caroline Zalai at admin@auspsa.com by Friday 1 November 2019 stating whether you will be participating in the AGM. Please advise if you will be participating in person or via teleconference. |
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| NOTE - some articles are accessible only with FTA / APSA MEMBER LOGIN |
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Consultation on Cost Recovery of Exports Certification
The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) has received the below information from one of its member associations [the Australian Horticulture Exporters and Importers Association (AHEIA)] in terms the cost recovery design of exports certification.
FTA / APSA are looking to support the AHEIA lead on this advocacy activity ... read more |
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| Customs argues for a completely different approach to tariff classification |
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Earlier this month the solicitors for the Comptroller-General of Customs appeared before 5 judges of the High Court to make submissions about the correct tariff classification of vitamins (Click here for the transcript).
The arguments put forward by Customs represent radical departures from the approach to tariff classification that has been previously adopted by customs brokers, Customs and the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.
To view a detailed commentary prepared by Russell Wiese (Principal, Hunt & Hunt Lawyers) - please click here
Russell will be discussing this case in detail at the upcoming Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) Legal Forums (refer below for registration details) and we will update the industry once a decision is handed down by the High Court. |
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| LEGAL FORUM SERIES - 6 CPD Points |
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| Russell Wiese (Principal, Hunt & Hunt Lawyers) will be delivering a series of legal forums to Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) members delivering the following content: |
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Anti-Dumping:- compliance trends;
- case law on assessment of dumping duty and calculation of the dumping margin
- case law of identification and classification of aluminium extrusions
- recent investigations
Classification:- recent cases
- Pharma-Care and the interpretation of chapter notes
- classification of parts
- dumping and classification
Compliance trends – Prosecutions increasing- prohibited imports
- standard of proof
- sentencing considerations
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Tariff concession orders- recent case-law
- updated guidance on TCO applications
Debt recovery- liens and recent case-law
- making sure your T&Cs apply
Trade facilitation- Trusted Trader benefits – managing the risks
- Free Trade Agreements – recent developments
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Sydney - yesterday 28 October
Brisbane – register HERE
Monday 11 November - 3pm to 5pm
Aviation Australia
15 Boronia Road, Eagle Farm |
Melbourne – register HERE
Thursday 14 November - 3pm to 5pm
Mantra Tullamarine Hotel
Trade Park Drive, Tullamarine
Fremantle – register HERE
Wednesday 27 November - 9am to 11am
Swan Yacht Club
Riverside Road, Preston Point, East Fremantle |
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| TODAY - WEBINAR - FREE & EXCLUSIVE TO FTA / APSA MEMBERS |
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My Cargo Stinks! Stink Bugs, and other pests; the Marine Insurance Ramifications for policy coverage and recoveries.
We are presently in the 2019/2020 Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) season and now have another unexpected threat - this week a consignment of motor vehicles has been reported as being refused entry into Australia due to the presence of the rare heath snail.
Are you ready to face the challenges of such biosecurity risks?
This presentation through practical examples will demonstrate the issues arising for policy indemnity and subrogated recoveries when a consignment is contaminated by stink bugs, snails or other pests resulting in a vessel being ordered not to call into Australian waters. |
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| The presention is by Maurice Lynch, Special Counsel Mills Oakley - 12pm AEDT TODAY (Tuesday 29 October 2019) - Register HERE |
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| IT'S ALL ABOUT THE PEOPLE. PEOPLE |
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| Thank you once again to James Cotis (Principal Logical Insurance Brokers) for his commentary on how key pereson life insurance can protect your capital and revenue in the Spring 2019 edition of Across Borders |
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The Human Asset is Your Greatest Asset
Most SMEs take out insurance cover to protect tangible assets such as plant, equipment, vehicles and buildings.
However, it is an undeniable fact that the greatest asset to a business is the intellectual capital and personal effort by people, and in particular, key personnel.
It is this human asset that - through initiative, drive, skill, specialist knowledge and ingenuity - can actively generate profits for the business.
Full article available HERE |
 Contact us to showcase your business or service via a member profile, thought leadership contribution or advertising via Across Borders and our associated media. |
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SHIPPING INFORMATION 21st OCTOBER TO 28th OCTOBER 2019
APL
Trans-Pacific Eastbound Market – General Rate Increase … read more
General Rate Increase (GRI) for China to Russian Far East … read more
CMA CGM
PSS - Cargo from Europe and the Mediterranean to Australia and New Zealand … read more
FAK rates - From Asia to the Middle East Gulf … read more
HAPAG LLOYD
Price Announcement – Iberia to Middle East & Indian Subcontinent … read more
EU Security Filings in case of "No Deal BREXIT" … read more
Canada - Terminal Gate Fees in Montreal … read more
WSN Service NAWC Australasia - PSW additional calls at Long Beach … read more
France - Postponement of THC Revision … read more
Canada - Carbon Tax Surcharge for Canadian Rail Providers … read more
GRI – Trans-Pacific Trade Eastbound East Asia to USA and Canada … read more
Far East Pacific FP1 and North Sea Baltic Express NBS Service - Rotterdam Terminal Change … read more
GRI – Trans-Pacific Trade Eastbound East Asia to USA and Canada … read more
Far East Pacific FP1 and North Sea Baltic Express NBS Service - Rotterdam Terminal Change … read more
Italy - Weighing Charge for Positioning by Truck … read more
MAERSK
Export document registration enforced by customs … read more
Rate Announcement – Scope Pakistan to East Africa … read more
AE2 Blank Sailing Extension Announcement … read more
Alcohol, Biomethane and Ammonia are the best-positioned fuels to reach zero net emissions … read more
Heavy rains affected train corridor between Barcelona, Zaragoza, Burgos and Pamplona … read more
November Service Changes Far East Asia to North America West Coast … read more
OOCL
Rate Restoration - Korea, China, Taiwan and Hong Kong – Australia Trade … read more
OOIL Announces Operational Update for the 3rd quarter 2019 … read more
SWIRE SHIPPING
Compliance with Bio-Security Requirements … read more
Tarawa documentation charge Review … read more |
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22.10.19 PRICE & SPEED NEW CONTACTS ... read more
23.10.19 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED FOR THE 2019 AUSTRALIAN SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS AWARDS ... login required
24.10.19 PRICE & SPEED EXTENDED HOURS ... read more
24.10.19 TASMANIAN LOGISTICS COMMITTEE OCTOBER 2019 NEWSLETTER ... login required
28.10.19 COMMONWEALTH GIVES GREEN LIGHT TO MELBOURNE AIRPORT ROAD PROJECT ... read more |
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| 22.10.19 FIATA E-FLASH NO. 210 - 21 OCTOBER 2019 ... read more |
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| 25.10.19 NZ CUSTOMS RELEASE NO. 531 ... login required |
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| Australia's First Mobile BMSB Heat Treatment Service is Here |
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EcoTreat is very proud to announce it has gained the first ever AA Class12.3 approval for BMSB heat treatment.
EcoTreat provides onshore mobile BMSB heat treatment. With the volume of customers needing heat treatment growing rapidly, our service is in demand and is now available from a number of locations.
Treatment times are often much quicker than other treatment options. Also, there are no post-treatment ventilation periods and no chemicals used. This ensures product receives an environmentally conscious treatment.
The team at EcoTreat have a very strong focus on customer service. This is reflected in the high standards we have set to provide the best overall heat treatment solution for all our customers.
Our service is currently available to NSW customers. However, we welcome any interstate or overseas clients interested in using heat treatment.
The EcoTreat model has been strategically developed so it can be located anywhere or can be adapted to your individual needs.
We look forward to hearing from you |
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| CONTINUED BISOECURITY COMPETENCY (CBC) NCCC & AEPCOMM - APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS ... read more |
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Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) Period
1 April 2019 – 31 March 2020 - read more
| CBC | CPD | Approved Arrangement | End date | 19.1 & 19.2
CBC information session 19-20/01
| 3 CPD points - Stream A – FTA085 | NCCC / AEPCOMM | 1 April 2019 to
31 March 2020 | 19.2
CBC Activity 19-20/02
| CPD points - Stream A – TBA | AEPCOMM | 26 August 2019 to
1 December 2019 |
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22.10.19 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 168-2019 - CLARIFICATION ON THE LABELLING REQUIREMENTS FOR MOLLUSCS (OTHER THAN OYSTERS AND SNAILS) FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION ... login required
23.10.19 FREE WEBINAR - MY CARGO STINKS ... read more
24.10.19 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 169-2019 - 2019-20 BMSB SAFEGUARDING ARRANGEMENTS SCHEME ... login required
27.10.19 CONSULTATION ON COST RECOVERY OF EXPORTS CERTIFICATION ... read more |
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22.10.19 ABF - COMMISSIONERS OPENING STATEMENT LEGAL AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS LEGISLATION COMMITTEE SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET ESTIMATES HEARING MONDAY, 21 OCTOBER 2019 ... read more
23.10.19 TRADE UPDATE - BEEF & DAIRY EXPORTS / BREXIT / AU-EU FREE TRADE AGREEMENT ... read more
23.10.19 WCO NEWS OCTOBER 2019 ... login required
25.10.19 ARGUES FOR A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT APPROACH TO TARIFF CLASSIFICATION ... read more
25.10.19 AUSTRALIAN BORDER FORCE (ABF) WINDOWS OS UPDATE ... login required
25.10.19 WCO NEWS AVAILABLE ONLINE ... login required |
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| 23.10.19 ABF - TC GAZETTE 19/41... read more |
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23.10.19 DFAT - A-UK FTA SUBMISSIONS ... read more
24.10.19 DFAT CELEBRATING THE SHIPPING CONTAINER IN AUSTRALIA'S TRADE SUCCESS ... login required
24.10.19 WORLD IN A BOX - A SHORT FILM CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF CONTAINERISED SHIPPING IN AUSTRALIA ... read more
25.10.19 DFAT Trade Talk ... login required |
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| ANTI-DUMPING COMMISSION NOTICES - ADN |
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ANTI DUMPING NOTICES 22ND TO 28TH OCTOBER 2019
2019/111 [pdf 268.81 KB], Case EX0068, Aluminium extrusions, Findings from Exemption Inquiry EX0068, China, 23/10/2019
2019/132 [pdf 461.47 KB], Case 529, Hollow structural sections, Initiation of a Review of Anti-Dumping Measures, China, Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, 25/10/2019
2019/131 [pdf 692.16 KB] , Case 530, Aluminium extrusions, Initiation of an accelerated review, China, 28/10/2019 |
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More about our Classifieds service available HERE |
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QUOTE 2019/02 - Looking to buy - Melbourne, Adelaide or Fremantle Perth
Established Australian owned Freight Forwarder & Customs Broker is seeking an opportunity to purchase an established small to medium Freight Forwarder or Customs Broker business located in Melbourne, Adelaide or Fremantle Perth. Ideally your business has been established for 10 years or more, has a stable customer base and EBIT performance. You may-be looking to retire in the coming years and want an exit strategy from your business. We will also consider business where there is more than one partner and we enter the business in partnership with the remaining partners. Companies that may specialise in a certain industry or business segment will be looked upon favourably, likewise those who specialise in P/E need not express interest. Please forward your confidential expression of interest to ffcb4sale@outlook.com all emails will be treated strictly confidential between interested seller and buyer. Please include your company name and website. We are a member of FTA and this is a genuine expression of interest for the right seller. |
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FINANCE REPORT
 Weekly Market Commentary Markets were boosted to close a positive week, last Friday, as the US and China approached finalising Phase 1 of the US/China trade deal. Officials were confident of completing the trade deal and ready to have a 'signing ceremony'. This boosted markets across the US and promises a robust beginning to the new week. The coming week is a virtual avalanche of global economic data and Central Bank monetary policy decisions. ... read moreWeekly Market Calendar28/10 UK House Prices, US Trade, Chicago Fed National Activity 29/10 Dallas Fed Manufacturing Activity, Australia Consumer Confidence, Japan CPI, S&P Case Shiller Home Prices Index ... read more |
CANDIDATE OF THE WEEK
 Melbourne - Licenced Customs BrokerCandidate: 1784595920 years industry experience and the last 10 working as a broker. After spending 4 years in their current role and on the back of internal change, this is a candidate that hasn't been available for some time ... read more Contact: Andrew Bennett Branch Manager - Melbourne 0447 054 744 Sydney - Customs Compiler/Classifier This candidate is a breathe of fresh air! They have over 5 years industry experience having worked for one employer in a Customs Support/Compile role where there daily tasks have included - compiling on average 50 jobs per day. ... read more |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS & TRAINING |
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29.10.2019 : WEBINAR - My Cargo Stinks - FRE & EXCLUSIVE FTA / APSA members
11.11.2019 : BRISBANE - Legal Forum - 6 CPD points Stream A
14.11.2019 : MELBOURNE - Legal Forum - 6 CPD points Stream A
14.11.2019: MELBOURNE - DCN Australian Maritime Industry Awards
20.11.19 : SYDNEY - "Increasing Productivity & Profitability"
22.11.2019 : SYDNEY - Australian Supply Chain & Logistics Awards
26.11.19: MELBOURNE - "Increasing Productivity & Profitability"
27.11.2019 : FREMANTLE - Legal Forum - 6 CPD points Stream A
2020 CPD & CBC – BORDER AND BIOSECURITY COMPLIANCE PROGRAM (24 CPD POINTS)
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CONTINUED BIOSECURITY COMPETENCY (CBC) NCCC & AEPCOMM - APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS ... read more
MEMBER ONLY - FREE WEBINAR & EVENT RECORDINGS ... login required
2019 / 2020 - Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - read more
2019 / 2020 - Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) - read more
19.1 NCCC and 19.2 AEPCOMM - read more
Sec 77G Depot - read more
Chain of Responsibility - read more
The Minimum Wage Increase 2019 ... read more |
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FTA and APSA are proud to connect members with the following sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.
2019 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE |
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