FTA / APSA Weekly Report 2023/38 - sponsored by The Compliant Group

Tuesday, September 19, 2023
FTA / APSA WEEKLY REPORT 2023/38
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FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Impact on competition of vertical integration by shipping lines

On Friday 8 September 2023, FTA / APSA received advice from the ACCC seeking feedback direct from FTA / APSA members about their experience with shipping lines, including those who also provide Freight forwarding | Road transport and Rail transport.

Your responses will assist the ACCC understand shipping and freight markets, including any impact on competition from vertical integration. Read more and complete the survey HERE
 
Please note that the following survey closes on Friday, 29 September 2023.

Proposed changes to Customs Broker Licensing conditions

The Australian Border Force (ABF) has been undertaking a review of conditions on customs broker licenses. Whilst the initial submission by FTA, incorporating previously supplied member feedback, has been incorporated into the revised summary more needs to be done. Please review the summary provided by the ABF and provide commentary as noted. READ MORE

Australia joins the Asian Shippers Alliance

The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) is delighted to have been accepted as Australia's representative to the prestigious and influential Asian Shippers Alliance (ASA). Having been accepted into the ASA, APSA / FTA now have a unique opportunity to share experiences with member nations from Indonesia, Thailand, Korea, Macau, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka and Malaysia. READ MORE



PHOTO: Paul Zalai Secretariat, Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) and YBhg Dato' Dr Ir Andy Seo Chair, Malaysian National Shippers' Council (MNSC) and Asian Shippers Alliance (ASA) 

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

TGL -  Back & Forth Podcast

Paul Zalai recently spent some time with the team at Think Global Logistics -  on their Back & Forth podcast talking logistics.  Here is  an engaging (7 minute snippet) conversation with La Chang highlighting threats and the ongoing commercial opportunities for freight forwarders. LISTEN HERE

11th Global Trade Compliance (China) Summit Sept.14-15 in Shanghai


Bianca Flint, Member Support - Trade Operations | FTA was recently invited by Ficient Global to address delegates at the above conference. Bianca covered a range of issues across the Customs & Trade Policy as well as a look at customs clearance in practice at the Australian border.


 
Exciting times at Malec Transport & Logistics



Great catching up with Kyle Rogers Director of Strategy & Development Malec, Transport & Logistics who shared some of the detail of the business' vision - exciting times ahead for Malec Transport & Logistics

Western Container Services - Site Visit

Paul Zalai said it was a fantastic opportunity to catch up with Alan Campbell, Craig Lennon and Rick Johnson from Western Container Services at their facility to chat about  AA14.4 Rural Tailgate Inspections, Refrigerated Container Storage and BMSB Fumigation.

With the BMSB season now upon us it was a good opportunity to see first hand how these treatments are managed and get some feedback on how the 14.4 arrangement is being used by customs brokers and importers.

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

13/9/2023 MHD Supply Chain APSA joins the Asian Shippers Alliance
13/9/2023 DCN APSA JOINS ASIAN SHIPPERS ALLIANCE
13/9/2023 Container News Australian Peak Shippers Association joins Asian Shippers Alliance 
13/9/2023 the LoadStar Australia joins the Asian Shippers Alliance

2023 FTA CHRISTMAS FUNCTIONS 

The Compliant Group - Proudly sponsoring all the FTA Christmas Functions

Customs and Global

Trade Law (CGT Law) - Proudly sponsoring the FTA Victorian Christmas Function

CONTINUED BIOSECURITY COMPETENCY (CBC) - OPEN NOW!!!

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) has issued Industry Advice Notice 122/2023 with key dates and information for the 2023-24 CBC.

The CBC pre-recorded webinar will be made available on the department's Learnhub platform from Wednesday 6 September 2023 and must be completed by Wednesday 18 October 2023.

Please NOTE it is essential that you log in and set up your Learnhub account prior the session goes live and  complete the topic "Introduction to Learnhub" before September's scheduled activity.

 


MANDATORY CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) MODULE

The Australian Border Force (ABF) have advised under the updated Australian Customs Notice No. 2023/23 that the mandatory CPD module is now available for completion.

ALL licensed customs brokers must complete this mandatory module by 31 March 2024

Please NOTE it is ONLY available via the ABF Australian Trusted Trader (ATT) training portal - read more.

 


REGISTER NOW
 

21 SEPT 2023 : Mark your diary - 2023 Retired Customs Brokers Luncheon (Sydney)

3 OCTOBER 2023 : WISTA WA - AMPI & WISTA Panel Discussion & Dinner

6 OCTOBER 2023 : WISTA Australia - Future Fit – Branding & Marketing Yourself 

11 OCTOBER 2023 : TechTalk Webinar - Crypto Trends & its Impact on Cross-Border Payments 
31 OCT to 1 NOV 2023: Meat Processing and Export Conference 

29 NOVEMBER 2023 : FTA / APSA 2023 Christmas Networking Function - WA 
30 NOVEMBER 2023 : FTA / APSA 2023 Christmas Networking Function - VIC 
6 DECEMBER 2023 : FTA / APSA 2023 Christmas Networking Function - QLD 
 


2024 CPD BORDER COMPLIANCE PROGRAM

3 MAY 2024 : NSW CPD Border Compliance Program 
4 MAY 2024 : NSW CPD Border Compliance Program
11 MAY 2024 : WA CPD Border Compliance Program 
31 MAY 2024 : VIC CPD Border Compliance Program
1 JUNE 2024 : VIC CPD Border Compliance Program
12 JUNE 2024 : QLD CPD Border Compliance Program

By registering for one of the above events you will receive a minimum of 21 customs broker Continuing Professional Developments (CPD) points issued on an attendance basis for the customs broker licensing period 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025 and complimentary online CPD and CBC access to meet your licensing and approved arrangement requirements for the period.

LOGISTICS



How businesses can get ahead of critical infrastructure requirements

We would like to thank Steve McSweeney, Director Strategic Accounts - Certis Security Australia 
for his article in the latest edition of Across Borders   


"In addition, real-time acknowledgement and reporting of cyber breaches to CCTV software and Electronic Access Control Systems are paramount to the new requirements of the CI Bill."


 READ MORE

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

OneStop announce partnership with PortConnect

OneStop is thrilled to announce our latest partnership, with PortConnect, who deliver data-driven logistics solutions to sea and inland ports in New Zealand. READ MORE

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. -  READ MORE 

 

Notices:

14.9.2023 : National Heavy Duty Regulator Local government priority routes ... read more

SEAFREIGHT

Record Setting Cargo Ship Arrives at Port Botany

The longest cargo ship to ever arrive at Sydney's Port Botany has berthed at DP World, bringing in goods like clothing, white goods, furniture, electronics, construction materials and machinery for the people and businesses of NSW. READ MORE

 Notices:

15.9.2023 : Celebrating the success of TasPorts" latest Community Grant Program recipients ... read more
15.9.2023 : Record setting cargo vessel arrives at DP World - Port Botany ... read more
13.9.2023 : Port of Townsville - Community Newsletter September 2023 ... read more

AIRFREIGHT

Notices:

15.9.2023 : IATA - July sets all-time high for domestic passenger traffic ... read more
15.9.2023 : IATA - Dangerous Goods Survey Highlights Future Supply Chain Challenges ... read more

BORDER

Autonomous Sanctions - Consolidated List UPDATE

Following registration of the below listed Legislative Instrument made by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, DFAT updated the Consolidated List on 22 August 2023:  

 The updated Consolidated List can be downloaded from the following page:

 Consolidated List | Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (dfat.gov.au)

 

AICIS - changes for all chemical introducers

The AICIS is announcing an extensive suite of proposed changes to categorisation, reporting and record-keeping obligations. We invite registered importers and manufacturers as well as interested stakeholders to take part and have their say. Join us for webinars, starting on 21 September 2023, hosted by AICIS to help you understand the proposals. READ MORE

Notices:

15.9.2023 : ABF - Man fined over the importation of firearm suppressors ... read more
15.9.2023 : AFP - Enhancing partnerships with Pacific law enforcement agencies to combat transnational crime ... read more
15.9.2023 : AFP seize 50kg of methamphetamine embedded in plastic pallets ... read more
15.9.2023 : ABF - Australian Customs Notice No. 2023/37 Agreement between Australia and Japan ... read more
14.9.2023 :  ABF - Australian Customs Notice No. 2023/41 Updated guidance on Voluntary Disclosures ... read more
14.9. 2023 : ABF - Australian Customs Notice No. 2023/39 Customs duty rates for tobacco and tobacco products – September 2023 ... read more
14.9.2023 : ABF - Australian Customs Notice No. 2023/36 Exemption from Import Processing Charges for Goods Imported under Status of Forces Agreements ... read more
14.9.2023 : AFP - Public assistance sought over liquid meth found in vegetable oil ... read more
14.9.2023 : ABF - Application for Customs Broker Licences  ... read more
13.9.2023 : ABF targets Townsville in high-visibility border blitz ... read  more
13.9.2023 : ABF - Pseudoephedrine hidden in candles leads to arrests ... read more
13.9.2023 : ABF - TC Gazette 23-34 ... read more
12.9.2023 : AFP - Three men charged over meth in multiple mattresses ... read more

BIOSECURITY

Cargo Operations Snapshot 

The Department has advised industry that the Cargo Snapshot is currently under review for suitability and context.

While this review is undertaken the distribution of the snapshot will be paused. 

We will be in touch soon with further details.

BMSB - Offshore fumigations

We are not long into the season and we have already seen the start of offshore treatment providers having their status reviewed. Please ensure you stay alert to all such notices and keep your overseas agents aware of these reviews to ensure your clients cargoes are not delayed on arrival. READ MORE

Australian Biosecurity Series - Webinar

Episode 16 of the Australian Biosecurity webinar series: 'One Health in action for zero rabies deaths by 2030' is on Thursday, 28 September from 11:00am to 12:00pm (AEST).   READ MORE

Notices:

18.9.2023 : DAFF - Plant Export Industry Advice Notice2023-58: Horticulture Export Program – Commonwealth liabilities (debt) checks for accredited properties. ... read more
18.9.2023 : DAFF - Plant Export Industry Advice Notice 2023-57 Plant Export Operations - ... read more
15.9.2023 : List of unregistered treatment providers: Treatment provider unacceptable - Combat Pest Control (1987) Pte Ltd (AEI: SG4013SB) ... read more
15.9.2023 : Offshore Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Treatment Providers Scheme: treatment providers under review Fumigation Pest Management (AEI: SG4016SB) and National Fumigation (Charleston) (AEI: US4024SB) ... read more
15.9.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 192/2023 List of unregistered treatment providers ... read more

15.9.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 191/2023 Offshore Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Treatment Provider Scheme ... read more
14.9.2023 : DAFF - Ministers launch new plan to manage feral deer ... read more
14.9.2023 : DAFF - ACEBO attends international launch of invasive species report ... read more
14.9.2023 : DAFF - Addressing the biosecurity challenges of the Pacific Games 2023 ... read more
14.9.2023 : DAFF - ACPPO webinar: The slippery science of seaweed biosecurity ... read more
14.9.2023 : DAFF - Market access notice 2023/05 ... read more
14.9.2023 : DAFF - Register for our next Biosecurity Webinar focusing on rabies ... read more
13.9.2023 : DAFF - Imported Food Failing food report - July 2023 ... read more
13.9.2023 : DAFF - MAA 2023-12: Papua New Guinea: Eggs and egg products: Update on changes to import conditions ... read more
12.9.2023 : DAFF - $1.6 million for Nuffield scholarships with a focus on drought resilience ... read more
12.9.2023 : DAFF - IAN 2023-08: Fish – Export Documentation System Planned Outage ... read more
12.9.2023 : DAFF - IAN 2023-11: Eggs – Export Documentation System Planned Outage ... read more
12.9.2023 : DAFF - IAN 2023-36: Dairy – Export Documentation System Planned Outage ... read more
12.9.2023 : DAFF - Plant Export Industry Advice Notice - 2023-56 Plant Exports - Export systems expected maintenance outage ... read more

TRADE

Trade Data - 12th to 18th September 2023

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices - 12th to 18th September 2023

FTA has compiled a list of Anti-Dumping Notices from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources   LOGIN REQUIRED 

Notices:

15.9.2023 : WTO - High-level panel discusses inclusive strategies for climate action, sustainable trade ... read more
15.9.2023 : WCO Statement on the recent disasters impacting Members ... read more
13.9.2023 : World Trade Report 2023 makes case for "re-globalization" amid early signs of fragmentation ... read more

WEBINARS & RECORDINGS

Stay at the cutting edge through participation in live webinars and access to recordings – all are FREE & EXCLUSIVE to Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) members.    LOGIN REQUIRED 

 

13.9.2023 : Webinars & Recordings ... login required

Operational Support
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2023 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE

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