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| WEEK 34 - GLOBAL FREIGHT INTELLIGENCE FTA / APSA continues to gain prominent coverage in mainstream media, most recently featuring in the Australian Financial Review article published on 18 August 2021 titled China port closure further disrupts Australian trade
"This is further significantly impacting on Australian trade from the region, still reeling after delays at Yantian, where similar health concerns resulted in extensive delays for several weeks up until mid-June," said Paul Zalai, the director of the Freight & Trade Alliance, which represents Australian importers and exporters.
He said shipping lines were desperately trying to maintain some control amid disrupted sailing schedules, but this was adding to pressure already on Australian exporters from soaring logistics costs and industrial action.
"Even ports at Singapore and Hong Kong that set the benchmark in best practice in normal times are experiencing several weeks of delays in transhipping containerised cargo via their terminals," Mr Zalai said.
"The downstream impact is being felt hard locally, with shipping lines daily advising our industry of port omissions across Australia's container terminal."
Consolidated listing of international shipping line notifications available HERE
Australian sea cargo operational highlights available HERE
GS1 Asia-Pacific Regulatory Monitoring available HERE
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VACCINATIONS - DILEMMA FACING EMPLOYERS AND THEIR WORKFORCE |
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Both NSW and Victoria are facing incredibly difficult health, operational and economic times with the outbreak of Delta variant of COVID-19.The narrative from the NSW government is clear that we must learn to live with the virus and are now desperately seeking to suppress the spread to minimise the impact on our hospital system in a race to reach the target of having 70 to 80% of our adult population vaccinated.
Whilst the NSW government is not mandating the population to become vaccinated (other than those employed in prescribed services), they are certainly applying pressure on employers to force staff in certain other essential industries to do so. As outlined in yesterday's member update, from 12.01am on Monday 30 August an Authorised Worker must not leave their Area of Concern for work unless they have had at least 1 dose of the COVID-19 vaccine; or have been issued with a medical contraindication certificate.
The alternative is for businesses to deploy Rapid Antigen Tests (RAT). Preliminary member feedback suggests this solution is cost prohibitive with suppliers asking for $6.00 to $20 per test and some wanting a minimum order of up to 25,000 tests.
Putting aside personal beliefs as to whether or not individuals should be forced to be vaccinated, the reality is that many employers and employees are now in the diabolical situation of being in workplace disputes, balancing commercial sustainability versus individual's rights.
Overnight we read with interest in the Australian Financial Review certain stevedores will be forcing their workforce to be vaccinated. This will certainly make for a fascinating test case. In the interim, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) will support the Container Transport Alliance of Australia (CTAA) and other industry colleagues in advocacy to state ministers for financial relief and / or alternate reasonable measures to keep international trade moving. |
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MEETING WITH NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER FREMANTLE PORTS |
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| Representing FTA / APSA, Stephen Turner (Procurement Manager, Group Procurement - Wesfarmers Limited) and John Park (Head of Business Operations - FTA/APSA) recently had the opportunity to meet with Michael Parker (the new CEO of Fremantle Ports) to discuss a range of supply chain issues including Terminal Access Charges whereby future increases will be managed in line with new leases that were signed with DP World and Patrick. |
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L to R - John Park, Michael Parker, Stephen Turner |
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| Michael, previously a Director / Chairman of Alcoa Alumina and Alcoa of Australia, has a strong background across global business operations, commercial management and supply chain optimisation. In our discussions he expressed a strong desire to work with all port related / supply chain participants to fully understand how Fremantle Ports can work with industry to see improvements across the whole supply chain. FTA /APSA look forward to working with Michael on behalf of all our members and will keep you informed of ongoing discussions and developments. |
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR MSIC AND ASIC IDENTITY CARDS |
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Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) members may be aware that the eligibility criteria for the issuing of a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) / Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) changes became effective 23 August 2021 in line with recent legislative changes through the Transport Security Amendment (Serious Crimes) Act 2021 (the Act).
To see how these changes affect current and potential card applicants READ MORE (FTA/APSA MEMBER LOGIN REQUIRED) |
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AMERICAN AIRLINES WITHDRAWS SERVICES |
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FTA / APSA last week received confirmation American Airlines are suspending their passenger flights into Australia for a period of 2 months effective 1 September 2021..
Despite our very successful cargo-only operation, the opening of borders in the Northern Hemisphere has seen a redeployment of wide body aircraft into flying passenger routes. This upsurge in tourism has seen an unprecedented demand for wide body passenger aircraft into regions normally serviced by narrow body planes.
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| Sara Hales (Head of Aviation and Air Cargo - FTA / APSA | Director, AVISTRA) states the gap between Australia's aviation recovery and that of the rest of the world gets larger, and will get larger still, with the decision by American Airlines to pull out of Australia simply being the first in what we can expect to be a number of similar withdrawals - READ MORE (FTA/APSA MEMBER LOGIN REQUIRED) |
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In other breaking news,the recent COVID-19 flare-up's impact on airport terminal operations across China and especially for Pudong International Airport in Shanghai. A series of protocols to prevent transmission via contact with international flights, including freighter and passenger flights, are being implemented in airports across China. As part of this effort, airport terminals and ground handling agents have implemented strict isolation requirements for their employees that has dramatically impacted the efficiency of unloading/loading of cargo and resulted in large numbers of flight cancellations.
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AUSTRALIAN BIOSECURITY SERIES
INNOVATION & COLLABORATION TO SUPPORT WILDLIFE CONSERVATION |
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The illegal wildlife trade poses serious biosecurity risks for Australia. Learn how we are combatting these risks through innovation and collaboration. New innovations, such as 3D x-rays, are automatically detecting wildlife at the borders. Collaboration between government agencies is also helping to track those who are attempting to import or export exotic species.
To hear more on what we are doing REGISTER NOW for the next in this webinar series being held on Thursday August 26 at 1100 hrs AEST |
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CUSTOMS COMPLIANCE UPDATE - WINTER 2021 |
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The Australian Border Force (ABF) has published its winter edition of the Goods Compliance Update. Russell Wiese of Customs and Global Trade Law yesterday discussed the key compliance issues identified by the ABF including:- The ABF's position on the use of the French version of the HS Code;
- Depot and Warehouse compliance;
- Prohibited exports; and
- The results of recent ABF compliance activity.
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| Recording available HERE - to obtain 3 CPD points, please complete an online assessment by registering HERE |
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An approved under bond movement allows the movement of goods subject to customs control between two places including Depots licensed in accordance with Sec 77G of the Customs Act 1901 - conditions include:- Customs controlled goods authorised on an under bond movement are to move directly to the nominated licensed establishment;
- in order to provide continuity of customs control each segment of transportation must have separate under bond movement approvals; and
- the movement of under bond goods to any unauthorised place, licensed or not, is strictly prohibited.
READ MORE (FTA/APSA MEMBER LOGIN REQUIRED) |
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REVIEW OF GST ON LOW VALUE GOODS |
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On 5 July 2021 the Government announced that the Board of Taxation would undertake a review into the Low Value Imported Goods (LVIG) measure which facilitates the addition of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on low value imported goods.
The Board will assess the effectiveness of the LVIG regime and provide advice regarding its ongoing operation. The Board is asked to report back to the Government by 17 December 2021.
Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) tomorrow will be engaging with members represented on the E-Commerce Reference Group and are seeking additional feedback from our broader membership for incorporation into a formal submission to the Board - READ MORE |
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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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COVID UPDATES AND LGA RESTRICTIONS |
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17.8.21 - NT COVID-19: Lockdown restrictions in place ... read more
18.8.21 - NZ Customs COVID-19 Update ... read more
18.8.21 - Victorian Government - Authorised provider and authorised worker permit ... read more
19.8.21 - SA Government New Zealand border update ... read more
20.8.21 - Victorian Freight and Logistics Industry Coronavirus (COVID-19) update ... read more
20.8.21 - Tasmanian Government Latest COVID Updates ... read more
20.8.21 - Victorian Lockdown Extended ... read more
20.8.21 - Qld Government Restrictions Update ... read more
20.8.21 - NSW Government Latest COVID Update ... read more
20.8.21 - Transport for NSW COVID-19 - freight industry update ... read more
20.8.21 - Maritime Safety Queensland - COVID Update 167 ... read more20.8.21 - NSW Government COVID-19 travel and nominated visitor registration ... read more
20.8.21 - NT COVID-19: Lockdown Lifted Katherine ... read more
21.8.21 - Qld Government Restrictions for Impacted Areas – South East Queensland ... read more
22.8.21 - Freight Victoria COVID-19 - Freight Industry Update 21/8/2021 ... read more
22.8.21 - Victorian Government - Lockdown Across Regional Victoria To Keep Us Safe ... read more
23.8.21 - Transport for NSW COVID-19 - Freight Industry Update 23/8/2021 ... 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 July 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 July 2021... read more
- Port of Port Hedland Statistics July 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 July 2021 Trade Statistics ... read more
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17.8.21 - IATA Comment on Afghanistan Airspace Situation ... read more
18.8.21 - IATA - Air Traffic Movement Outlook – Europe August 2021 ... read more
18.8.21 - IFAM - Extended Flight Capacity ... read more
20.8.21 - American Airlines - suspension of services ... read more
20.8.21 - IATA -State of the Region - Asia Pacific August 2021 ... read more
21.8.21 - IATA Economics' Chart of the Week ... read more
23.8.21 - IFAM - Extended Flight Capacity - Outbound ... read more
23.8.21 - IFAM - Extended Flight Capacity - Inbound ... read more |
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18.8.21 - CTAA - Rising Container Detention an Insidious Consequence of the Shipping Capacity Squeeze ... read more
23.8.21 - Port of Brisbane News ... read more |
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17.8,21 - DAWE - 2021 2020 2019 2021-10: European Union (EU): Dairy, fish, honey and edible non-prescribed goods: Extension period for new export certification ... login required
17.8,2 - DAWE - 2021-18: European Union (EU): Dairy, fish, honey and edible non-prescribed goods: Extension period for new export certification ... login required
17.8,2 - DAWE - 2021-16: European Union (EU): Dairy, fish, honey and edible non-prescribed goods: New export certification from 21 August 2021 ... login required
17.8,2 - DAWE - MAA 2021-33: European Union (EU): Dairy, fish, honey and edible non-prescribed goods: Extension period for new export certification ... login required
20.8.21 - DAWE - 2021-43: Horticulture – In-transit cold treatment fresh fruit requirements for the Philippines ... login required
20.8.21 - Andrew Christie Presentation - Fumigation ... read more
23.8.21 - DAWE - 177-2021: Khapra beetle Phase 3 measures: New requirements for high-risk plant products imported via all commercial pathways ... login required
23.8.21 - DAWE - 179-2021: Service Disruption: Sunday 29 August 2021 - BICON ... login required
23.8.21 - DAWE - 178-2021: Australian Border Force (ABF) and Maritime Officer user access to the Maritime Arrivals Reporting System (MARS) ... login required
23.8.21 - DAWE - Export advisory notice 2021/16 ... login required
23.8.21 - Khapra beetle Phase 3 measures: New requirements for high-risk plant products imported via all commercial pathways ... read more |
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18.8.21 - ABF - TC Gazette 21/30 ... read more
18.8.21 - ABF Applications for Customs Broker Licences ... read more
18.8.21 - ABF - Australia and Singapore's blockchain trial shows promising results for reducing transaction costs ... read more
20.8.21 - NZ Customs Release 623 ... login required
20.8.21 - AFP - IRONSIDE: Trusted insider charged for alleged role in Melbourne cocaine importation ... read more
20.8.21 - AFP - Sydney man linked to plot to import $8 million worth of illicit cigarettes ... read more
21.8.21 - AFP - Ship captain charged over underwater cable damage off Perth ... read more
23.8.21 - Movement of Goods under Customs Control ... login required |
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18.8.21 - ATIC - Insight – Khapra beetle threatens export markets for Australia's plant industries ... read more
19.8.21 - WTO - Goods Barometer hits record high, confirming strength of trade recovery ... read more
23.8.21 - GS1 Asia-Pacific Regulatory Monitoring - JULY 2021 ... login required |
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY, SCIENCE, ENERGY AND RESOURCES |
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| Anti-Dumping Notices 17th to 23rd August 2021 ... read more |
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FINANCE REPORT
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CANDIDATE OF THE WEEK
 Brisbane - Customer Service ... read more
Christian Merrigan, Branch Manager - Sydney |
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