Established in 2019, Flinders Warehousing & Distribution (FWD) forms part of the Flinders Port Holdings Group.
FWD was created through our deep understanding of the industry and the need for simple & effective supply chain solutions for our customers.
We have the ability to offer flexible solutions across our two sites, Coghlan and Pelican Point Road, that are both connected to the Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal (FACT). |
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| WEEK 33 - GLOBAL FREIGHT INTELLIGENCE Dominating headlines have been port omissions, Peak Season Surcharges and the recent announcement by the Ningbo Meishan Island International Container
Terminal (MSICT) regarding the suspension of all operations and shut down of the port area due to new COVID-19 concerns.
Consolidated listing of international shipping line notifications available HERE
Australian sea cargo operational highlights available HERE
FTA / APSA MEMBER LOGIN REQUIRED
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CHEERS TO A LEGEND : VALE - BRIAN STOCKWELL |
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The industry lost a legend last week. Stockwell International lost its original founder, Brian Stockwell. In his 50th year of business, at age 78, Brian Stockwell passed with his family by his side.His legacy will live on through his family and the Stockwell name.
Cheers to a legend, Rest In Peace Brian Stockwell - a tribute from the Stockwell International team is available HERE |
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APSA BOARD IS ELECTED AT ITS 31ST ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING |
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AIR CARGO - BMSB VERIFICATION REGIME |
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| Further to the announcement of the 2021-2022 BMSB seasonal measures Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has received the following notification from the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (the department) of a limited BMSB verification regime across air cargo - READ MORE FTA/APSA MEMBER LOGIN REQUIRED |
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Austrade have advised Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) of an upcoming webinar that has been arranged to bring industry the latest developments on Freight Assistance.
Date and time:
Friday 20 August 2021 | 11:30am to 12:00pm A.E.S.T
To join the meeting click HERE
Join Michael Byrne, International Freight Co-ordinator General and Air Vice Marshal Marg Staib, Australian Government Freight Controller who together will provide an update on the program.
Background
IFAM continues to be a targeted, temporary emergency measure and businesses need to use the next six months to adjust to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on international air transport. This includes developing, where possible, alternative transport pathways, packaging, product and distribution options which take into account enduring higher airfreight costs.
The Government commitment to this program totals $669million
For more information visit the IFAM webpage. |
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FREE STANDING DISTRIBUTION FACILITY IN MELBOURNE'S PREMIER INDUSTRIAL ESTATE |
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Salta Properties is proud to offer for lease this 26,542 sqm distribution warehouse accompanied by a high quality 1000 SQM two level corporate office. the facility will have a 2,855 SQM super canopy and a 10,000 SQM container rated hardstand, sitting on a total site area of 64,512 SQM - READ MORE
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ROAD AND RAIL BRIDGES IN FREMANTLE TO BE REALIGNED |
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Fremantle Ports has welcomed the Western Australian Government's announcement this week of a new alignment of road and rail bridges to replace the ageing Fremantle Traffic Bridge. In addition to a new traffic bridge, a new rail bridge will be built east of the current rail bridge with both rail bridges operational. |
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| Fremantle Ports CEO Michael Parker says "Separate rail bridges will enable Fremantle Ports to reach the State Government target of 30% of containers on rail, even while the number of containers handled in the Fremantle Inner Harbour continues to grow" - READ MORE |
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PREVENT YOUR BUSINESS FROM BECOMING A TARGET FOR CRIMINALS |
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REVIEW OF THE POLICY FRAMEWORK & LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE IMPORTATION AND EXPORTATION OF TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED CONTAINER UNITS (TCCUS) |
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TARIFF CONCESSION ORDERS - REQUIREMENTS OF A VALID APPLICATION |
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Even with the rise of free trade agreements, TCOs remain an important tool to manage customs duty. This will become more important as the Government has announced a future reform whereby goods covered by a TCO will be automatically exempt from dumping duty.
A recent case examined the requirements for a valid TCO application such as the inquiries that need to be made and whether the TCO describes goods by their end use. The case contains useful guidance for customs brokers that lodge TCO applications. CGT Law's commentary on the case can be found HERE. |
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Having a TCO made is only half the challenge. Whether or not a TCO will apply to a particular import is often a difficult question. The issue will depend on the tariff classification of the imported goods compared to the tariff classification to which the TCO is keyed.
If the classifications match, the next issue is whether the TCO completely describes the imported goods. This involves challenging issues regarding the scope of the TCO wording and the identification of the imported goods. CGT Law's commentary on the application of TCOs can be found HERE. |
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CPD BORDER COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
Below is our revised schedule of upcoming events - rest assured, we are planning contingency arrangements and remain committed to providing safe and highly informative events to help members meet their customs broker licensing compliance requirements - we will keep all delegates up to date with developments.
BRISBANE (Wednesday 1 September 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Brisbane Airport Convention Centre, Dryandra Road, Brisbane
PERTH (Saturday 18 September 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Double Tree by Hilton Perth Waterfront, 1 Barrack Square, Perth
SYDNEY (Friday 22 October 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Novotel Hotel, the Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands - SOLD OUT
SYDNEY (Saturday 23 October 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Novotel Hotel, the Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands
MELBOURNE (Friday 29 October 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Hyatt Place, 1 English St, Essendon Fields
MELBOURNE (Saturday 30 October 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Hyatt Place, 1 English St, Essendon Fields
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| 13.8.21 - Patrick Terminals Brisbane Autostrad - MUA Protected Industrial Action ... login required |
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COVID UPDATES AND LGA RESTRICTIONS |
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10.8.21 - Victorian Government Restricted Activity Directions Regional Victoria ... read more
10.8.21 - Transport Victoria Free online course: COVID-19 Safe Practices for Freight and Delivery Drivers ... read more
10.8.21 - NSW Government Latest Updates ... read more
11.8.21 - NSW Government - Dubbo Lockdown ... read more
11.8.21 - Extended Melbourne Lockdown To Keep Victorians Safe ... read more
11.8.21 - Qld Government Border Update ... read more
12.8.21 - ACT 7-day lockdown ... read more
12.8.21 - ACT Quarantine Updates ... read more
12.8.21 - Queensland Government Restrictions for Impacted Areas – South East Queensland, Cairns and Yarrabah Update ... read more
12.8.21 - NSW-Victoria cross border Update ... read more
12.8.21 - NSW Airport and Quarantine Workers Vaccination Program ... read more
13.8.21 - Queensland COVID latest hotspot and border updates ... read more
13.8.21 - Maritime Safety Queensland Update 166 ... read more
13.8.21 - NSW Government - Travel to and from NSW ... read more
13.8.21 - ACT Government latest Travel Updates ... read more
13.8.21 - WA's controlled border arrangements strengthened ... read more
16.8.21 - NSW Government Latest Restrictions ... read more
16.8.21 - Travelling to Queensland update ... read more
16.8.21 - Amendments to WA"s controlled border with NSW, ACT and SA ... read more
16.8.21 - Victorian Government Victorian Travel Permit System ... read more16.8.21 - NT Government Lockdown restrictions in place ... read more
16.8.21 - Extended Melbourne Lockdown to Keep Victorians Safe ... read more |
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- ABS - International Merchandise Trade, Preliminary, Australia, June 2021 ... read more
- ABS - International Trade in Goods and Services, Australia, June 2021 ... read more
- ABS - International Merchandise Trade: Confidential Commodities List June 2021 ... read more
- CTS Shipping Data June 2021... read more
- Darwin Port Qtrly Trade Report Apr - June 2021 ... read more
- Flinders Ports Trade Statistics June 2021 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports Trade Report June 2021 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports APSA Trade Data June 2021 ... read more
- NSW Ports Trade Report June 2021 ... read more
- Port of Brisbane Qtrly Trade Report Apr-June 2021 ... read more
- Port of Brisbane Trade Report July 2019 - June 2021 ... read more
- Pilbara Ports Authority Shipping Figures July 2021 ... read more
- Pilbara Ports Authority Shipping Figures FY 2020/2021 ... read more
- Port of Port Hedland Cargo, GRT an DWT Statistics By Commodity Group June 2021... read more
- Port of Port Hedland Cargo Statistics by Origin June 2021 ... read more
- Port of Melbourne - Statistics June 2021 ... read more
- Port of Melbourne Overseas Container Trade Data April 2021 ... read more
- Port of Melbourne Stakeholder Update 19 ... read more
- Port of Newcastle Monthly Trade Report July 2021 ... read more
- Port of Townsville June 2021 Trade Statistics ... read more
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11.8.21 - International Freight Assistance Mechanism briefing ... read more
14.8.21 - IATA Chart of the Week ... read more |
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| 12.8.21 - Port of Brisbane News August ... read more |
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11.8.21 - Victorian Freight and Logistics Industry COVID-19 update ... read more
11.8.21 - Port Kembla: Planning Applications in Progress ... read more
11.8.21 - CTAA Melbourne Container Matters Peak Season Seminar - 25 August 2021 ... read more
12.8.21 - Direct shipping to the Pilbara opening up new markets ... read more
12.8.21 - Port of Melbourne Year in Review: Industry Update ... read more
12.8.21 - MEDIA RELEASE: Port of Melbourne's Webb Dock East project focuses on operational efficiency ... read more
12.8.21 - Port of Brisbane News August 2021 ... read more |
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10.8.21 - DAWE - 2021-32: Update to the dairy category code list ... login required
10.8.21 - DAWE - Water Matters Issue 55, August 2021 ... login required
11.8.21 - DAWE - Import Industry Advice Notice 171/2021 Update regarding sclerotia contamination for imported Lolium spp. or Festuca spp. seed consignments ... login required
12.8.21 - DAWE - Animal Biosecurity Advice 2021-A03 – Guidelines for the evaluation of overseas compartments exporting uncooked prawns to Australia ... login required
12.8.21 - ***UPDATED*** 2021-22 Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) seasonal measures ... read more
13.8.21 - DAWE - 173-2021: Final changes to the lists of approved countries to export live marine and freshwater ornamental finfish to Australia ... login required
16.8.21 - DAWE - 174-2021: Register to attend the Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) 2021-22 season Industry information sessions ... login required
16.8.21 - Register to attend Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) 2021-22 season Industry information sessions ... read more
16.8.21 - DAWE - 175-2021: Scheduled Outage: Thursday 19 August to Friday 20 August 2021 – COLS, MARS, OPS, PEBS ... login required
16.8.21 - DAWE - 176-2021: Service Disruption: Friday 20 August to Saturday 21 August 2021 - BICON... login required |
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11.8.21 - ABF - TC Gazette 21/29 ... read more
13.8.21 - NZ Customs Release 622 ... login required
13.8.21 - Tariff Concession Orders - Requirements of a Valid Application ... read more
13.8.21 - CGT Law - TCO Applications - Getting It Right ... read more
13.8.21 - Tariff Concession Orders - Requirements of a Valid Application ... read more
13.8.21 - ABF - Member bulletin – Prevent your business from becoming a target for criminals... read more
16.8.21 - Review of the policy framework & legislative requirements for the importation and exportation of Temperature Controlled Container Units (TCCUs) ... read more |
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11.8.21 - ATIC - IFAM WA Industry Briefing Webinar ... read more
10.8.21 - DFAT - Australia International Business Survey 2021 ... read more |
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11.8.21 - ATIC - IFAM WA Industry Briefing Webinar ... read more
10.8.21 - DFAT - Australia International Business Survey 2021 ... read more
12.8.21 - DFAT Trade Talk ... read more
13.8.21 - CGT Law - TCO Applications - Getting It Right ... read more
13.8.21 - ATIC - Insight – The limited impact of the European Unions Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism on Australian agriculture ... read more
16.8.21 - DFAT - Grants to boost Australian exporters' global growth ... read more
16.8.21 - Business Envoy July 2021 ... read more |
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY, SCIENCE, ENERGY AND RESOURCES |
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| Anti-Dumping Notices 10th to 16th August 2021 ... read more |
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FINANCE REPORT
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CANDIDATE OF THE WEEK
 Sydney - Pricing Coordinator ... read more
Christian Merrigan, Branch Manager - Sydney |
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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.
2021 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE |
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