FTA / APSA Weekly Report 2023/14 - sponsored by AirAsia X and Gold Coast Airport

Tuesday, April 4, 2023
FTA / APSA WEEKLY REPORT 2023/14
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AirAsia X & Gold Coast Airport


Welcome back AirAsia X to the Gold Coast
The only direct aviation connection between Malaysia and Queensland, providing a critical link for export movements to Malaysia and beyond through AirAsia X's network. 

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UPCOMING EVENTS

CPD Border Compliance Events

For one low price obtain your 30 CPD points and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) - early bird offer now available

5 MAY 2023 : 2023/24 FTA NSW CPD Border Compliance Program 
6 MAY 2023 : 2023/24 FTA NSW CPD Border Compliance Program
19 MAY 2023 : 2023/24 FTA VIC CPD Border Compliance Program 
20 MAY 2023 : 2023/24 FTA VIC CPD Border Compliance Program
14 JUNE 2023 : 2023/24 FTA QLD CPD Border Compliance Program 
24 JUNE 2023 : 2023/24 FTA WA CPD Border Compliance Program

WEBINAR - 10 MAY 2023  NB: Change of Date
FTA speaks with the ABF Commissioner

Join us for this live webinar as we hear from the Australian Border Force Commissioner's perspective on the current operating environment and emerging cross-border trade reforms.

 

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19 APRIL 2023 - WEBINAR- MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
10 MAY 2023 : WEBINAR - AUSTRALIAN BORDER FORCE COMMISSIONER
21 JULY 2023 : 2023 Care-Factor - Industry Charity Trade Ball 

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FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

DCN - SAL MILICI on
Cost of reform, low-hanging fruit and the missing link


Sal Milici, General Manager Trade Policy & Operations | Freight & Trade Alliance, recently spoke at the GreenPort Congress on implanting sustainability within the international logistics chain 



 

"The missing link is that of landside logistics. Whilst not strictly part of the international move, the door-to-port and port-todoor legs are areas where the path to decarbonisation is facing many challenges."



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THE WEEKLY TIMES - Biosecurity fees to rise in bid to recover costs

Freight and Trade Alliance director Paul Zalai said sustainable funding and investment "are clearly required to strengthen biosecurity measures".

He supports the department's proposed expansion of approved arrangements with industry that aims to quicken clearance time and reduce supervision and costs.

"Merit is seen in a differentiated model whereby importers who can mitigate in part or in whole the biosecurity risk would attract a lower level of cost recovery," he said.  READ MORE 

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

Operational Support
For the timeliest response from our team, FTA / APSA members are reminded to send requests for operational support to support@FTAlliance.com.au

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Tour de Brisbane - The Common Good

Anthony (Tony) Vinson, from White Knight Global Logistics, competed in the Tour de Brisbane on Sunday 2 April to raise funds for the The Common Good (The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation), a cause that is close to Tony's heart. Tony is a regular in this ride and any support our industry can provide, albeit post event, would be greatly appreciated . 

Tony completed the 80 klm section of the race in 3hr 25min.

If you would like to assist Tony with his fundraising the page is still open -  DONATE  HERE
 
Two recent WA events


EES Shipping " Masters of Disasters" Golf Day - (LtoR) John Park (FTA) Ben Truscott (Phoenix Containers) Bill Ellis (EES) and Phil Gray (IFCBAA)

Another great "Shipping Industry Night"  at Clancy's Fish Pub, Freo - many thanks to Emma (Navia Freight) and Sherie (Direct Couriers) for organising, and Kelly from Quay Trade Logistics for the main lucky door prize

NB: don't forget to get your tickets for the International Trade Ball - August 19 SEE HERE

UPDATE Your subscription details and preferences !!

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) are delighted to announce a further enhancement to our member and training participants' communication service. Acknowledging the rapidly expanding and diverse coverage of our notices, we now have an ability for recipients to select what type of notifications they receive. Members can also update all other subscription details from the same link to help us send more targeted messaging to best meet your needs. -  READ MORE

LOGISTICS

VICT - 60 Day Notice to Increase Landside & Infrastructure Charges

VICT have issued a notice to advise of impending increases to Landside and Infrastructure charges effective 1 June and 1 July respectively.  READ MORE 


Real-time data critical to modern protection and compliance


Many thanks to Steve McSweeney, Strategic Account Director | Certis Security Australia for his article in the latest edition of Across Borders     
   

"Australia has fared much better than most Western economies, as they have been major beneficiaries of the steep rises in commodity prices"



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Contact John Park to feature your organisation or service in an upcoming edition - prospectus HERE

Warehouse and Depot Security Identification Card (WADSIC)



Inbound connects thousands of participants in licensed Sec 77G Depot and Sec 79 Warehouses around Australia through its technology platform - FTA has partnered with Inbound to provide industry with an easy way to procure compliant WADSICs.
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Notices:

3.4.2023 : VICT Industry Notice Review to Landside Charges & Infrastructure Surcharge ( 60 Day Notice) ... read more

SEAFREIGHT

Paperless Truck Arrival at ECPs Roundtable

Sal Milici, General Manager Trade Policy & Operations at Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) attended a roundtable on 3 April hosted by the Victorian Department of Transport for industry to receive an update on the paperless truck arrival trial. The results, as expected, showed improved truck servicing times. Unfortunately NOT ALL shipping lines have embraced this change, operational in Fremantle for many years, and industry and the department will continue to seek their support to improve the supply chain for ALL participants. 

DP World Terminal Outage - Brisbane (Wed 5 April)

The following advice has been received from DPW Brisbane
Pleases note that Terminal operations will be offline between 07:00 - 13:00 05/04.

Please note that last slot is 06:00 for In-gates to be closed from 07:00.

Please take note of this outage, please do not send drivers to the terminal between these times Wednesday, 05/04- 07:00-13:00 as the gates will be closed due to operations being offline for the duration of the outage.

Stack Run Carriers - Please take note of this outage, please do not send drivers to the terminal between 07:00-13:00, 05/04.


 
PART X Competition & Consumer Act.

The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) is the designated peak shipper body granted status by the Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport under Part X of the Consumer & Competition Act to represent the interests of Australian shippers generally in relation to liner cargo shipping services. The following notice has been received and is available to members' reference:(Member Login Required)

Easter & Anzac Day Working Hours

The below link contains information on working hours for the Easter and Anzac Day Periods. This information has been sourced from 1-Stop and ContainerChain notices along with websites as applicable as at time of this report, no updates will be issued..

Freight & Trade Alliance suggest you monitor for changes and maintain close liaison with the respective terminals, and empty parks as well as monitoring 1-Stop and ContainerChain notices             READ MORE

Farmers Connect From Paddock to Port for Bumper Export Season

Millions of tons of grain from farmers across regional NSW continue to be transported via Port Kembla to reach global markets as the state enjoys another bumper export season.
 
NSW Ports CEO Marika Calfas said 3.4 million tons of grain had been exported from Port Kembla to international markets in the past financial year and is set to continue this year.  READ MORE

Notices:

3.4.2023 : PART X : Notice of the Happening of an Effecting Event: NZS JSA termination ... login required

2023 NSW Ports Community Grants Program Now Open!

One-off grants of up to $25,000 are available to support not-for-profit organisations, community groups and schools with innovative project ideas, programs or initiatives that will deliver positive outcomes for communities living in close proximity to NSW Ports' operations at Port Kembla, Port Botany, Enfield Logistics Centre and Cooks River Intermodal Terminal.  READ MORE

International Shipping Line Notifications
FTA / APSA have compiled a consolidated list of shipping line notifications from 28th March to 3rd April 2023  READ MORE

Notices:

3.4.2023 : Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin March 2023 ... read more
31.3.2023 : Port of Melbourne reports 2022 sustainability progress ... read more

AIR FREIGHT


HOLIDAY OPERATING HOURS


Freight & Trade Alliance has received advice from dnata as to operating hours for the upcoming Easter / Anzac Day holidays - READ MORE

SUPPLY CHAIN SNAPSHOT

In positive news for Australian airfreight exporters, passenger and cargo demand is beginning to ease and input costs show marginal improvements

As of 27 March 2023, US cargo capacity has decreased, with the loss of a combined 17 weekly flights from Melbourne and Sydney into Los Angeles, Houston, and San Francisco.

Download Snapshot HERE   

Notices:

3.4.2023 :  IATA - Parked aircraft returning to service support global recovery ... read more
31.3.2023 : Qantas Freight - Platform upgrades will temporarily impact automated emails ... read more
30.3.2023 : FIATA 2023 HQ Meeting ... read more
28.3.2023 : Qantas Freight - Latest Updates ... read more

BORDER

CUSTOMS BROKER LICENSING CONDITIONS REVIEW

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has received advice from the Australian Border Force (ABF) that they are currently conducting a review of the additional licence conditions attached to a customs broker licence.
Members are encouraged to supply feedback to Sal Milici smilici@FTAlliance.com.au by 12 April 2023 for incorporation in to the FTA submission or direct to the ABF by 19 April 2023 via email to brokers.licensing@abf.gov.au   - READ MORE 

Expansion of Duty Deferral Benefit for Australian Trusted Traders 

The Australian Border Force (ABF) is expanding the Australian Trusted Trader (ATT or Trusted Traders) Duty Deferral benefit to become Duty Deferral Plus. Duty Deferral Plus will further reduce regulatory burden and improve cash flows for eligible ATTs.  READ MORE

Sec 77G Depot - Questions and Answers

Following the recent webinar delivered by Russell Wiese of CGT Law, FTA has prepared the following content in response to member enquiries. Please note the contents of this webpage does not constitute legal advice and should not be used as such. LOGIN REQUIRED 

Notices:

3.4.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 76/2023 Proposed changes to biosecurity fees and charges - online forum ... read more
3.4.2023 : The AFP has charged a man from Laos with attempting to import more than 35kg of heroin concealed in a model truck ... read more
3.4.2023 : Customs Broker Licensing Conditions Review ... read more
31.3.2023 : WCO initiatives on Data and Technology at the ICC ... read more
31.3.2023 : NZ Customs Release Issue 701  ... read more
30.3.2023 : ABF - Australian Customs Notice No. 2023/13 Customs Tariff By-laws sunsetting on 1 April 2023 ... read more
29.3.2023 : Customs Tariff By-laws sunsetting on 1 April 2023 ... read more
29.3.2023 : ABF - Two Charged after Alleged Import of 'ICE" and Cocaine in 2021 ... read more
29.3.2023 : ABF - TC Gazette 23-12 ...  read more
28.3.2023 : AFP - Operation Guardian expands to combat further cybercrime ... read more

BIOSECURITY

Proposed changes to Biosecurity Fees and Charges - Public Online Forum


13 April 2023 1.30pm - 2.30pm (AEST)


INDICATE INTEREST HERE

Further to advice released on Monday 27 March. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry ( the department) has now advised that a public forum will be held in addition to those options previous advised to comment on these proposals.. Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) suggests members give consideration to particpapating in the "Have your Say"  and / or Public Forum, options.- READ MORE

Cargo Operations Snapshot - as at Monday 3 April 2023

This report will be shared by the department on a weekly basis.  Work is underway by the department for this to be published directly on the Biosecurity website.  READ MORE 

 

Note: there were some slight delays with data being landed in the data warehouse -which means some date ranges referenced are not the last 7 days (eg. 27 Mar to 2 Apr)  but the last 7 days based on most recent data available. Where different periods were used, the date range has been specified under the table/visual. You will notice this in the total cargo figures.

Have your say on how we manage Offshore Treatment Providers

The Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry is seeking feedback on how they manage offshore treatment providers and their offshore treatment assurance schemes. An invitation is extended to all stakeholders to submit feedback via our survey on Have Your Say: 


The survey closes at AEST 5pm, Friday 21 April 2023.

 

Notices:

3.4.2023 : DAFF - Export advisory notice 2023/05 - 2023 amendments to the Rules 2021 - NHS conditions ... read more
3.4.2023 : DAFF - 2023-10 Grain and Seed Exports Program - Approval of bulk vessel inspections at Port Phillip Bay (Victoria) protected anchorage ... read more
31.3.2023 : DAFF - Agriculture Market Intelligence Insights March 2023 ... read more
31.3.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 75/2023 Have your say on how we manage offshore treatment providers ... read more
30.3.023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 74/2023 New Human Health Update process in Maritime and Aircraft Reporting System (MARS) for cruise vessels ... read more
29.3.2023 : Document assessment processing turnaround times and availability of processing outside business hours ... read more
28.3.2023 : DAFF - MAA 2023-03: Taiwan Eggs and egg products: Temporary opened market until 31 December 2023 ... read more
28.3.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 73/2023 Document assessment outside business hours ... read more
28.3.2023 : DAFF - 2023-13 Plant Export Operations – Updated certificate requirements for grain and horticulture consignments to Republic of Korea and Bangladesh. ... read more
28.3.2023 : DAFF - Imported food notice 02-23 Published March 2023 ... read more
28.3.2023 : DAFF - 2023-11: Papua New Guinea: Dairy: Update to animal health attestations export of milk and milk products ... read more
28.3.2023 : DAFF - Agricultural Trade Quarterly Briefing March 2023 ... read more

TRADE

Trade Data - 28th March to 3rd April 2023
National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices - 28th March to 3rd April 2023
FTA has compiled a list of Anti-Dumping Notices from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources
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Notices:

31.3.2023 : DFAT - Australia welcomes substantial conclusion of UK"s CPTPP accession ... read more
31.3.2023 : ATIC - ESCS Industry Briefing Invitation ... read more
30.3.2023 : Export Supply Chain Service ... read more
30.3.2023 : WTO - Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of the Dispute Settlement Body ... read more
30.3.2023 : WTO - Agriculture Week ... read more
30.3.2023 : WTO - Food security: The key to unlocking agriculture negotiations at the WTO? ... read more
29.3.2023 : DFAT - 40 years of closer economic relations across the ditch ... read more

WEBINARS & RECORDINGS

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