FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

A BIG WEEK IN THE NATION'S CAPITAL

Shipping Competition Review - the likely repeal of Part X CCA

Join us at the Global Shippers Forum (GSF) Container Shipping Performance Working Group where we will be presenting and discussing analysis of the European Commission's decision not to renew the Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER). -  READ MORE

Senator the Hon Murray Watt - Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Minister Watt "Lots of meetings & engagements this week in Parliament, including Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) on stronger biosecurity at our borders. -  READ MORE

Senator McKenzie "Thanks Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) for your great work advocating for our importers, exporters, customs brokers, freight forwarders, logistics service providers and industry groups". -  READ MORE

Secretary Fennessy "Paul Zalai - it was wonderful to meet with you and Bianca Flint and discuss the significant role that the Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and Australian Peak Shippers Association Inc play in supporting dynamic supply chains to facilitate the international trade that is so critical to Australian agriculture, fisheries and forestry" -  READ MORE

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Parliamentary Friends of Biosecurity

Privileged to have been invited to attend the 50 year anniversary celebrations of Röhlig Logistics in Perth - the first of their national tour - many thanks to Thomas Regin Hansen Mat Vermeulen and Michael Cosmelli for a great tonight - also caught  colleagues Lou & Matt Valsecchi, Sherie Le Brun Daniel Meredith Chris McIntyre Steven Hicks #RohligAU50years

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

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

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 
7 DECEMBER 2023 : WISTA WA End of Year Social Sundowner [...]

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

Kalgin Global Logistics Expands Presence with New Office in Port Moresby

FTA member Kalgin Global Logistics, a recognised leader in global logistics with over 35 years in business, is pleased to announce the opening of its new office in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.-  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 

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

SEAFREIGHT

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have issued the following important updated notification of upcoming protected industrial action at DP World terminals, along with updated commentary from DP World. READ MORE

 Notices:

AIRFREIGHT

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) continues to engage with Qantas Freight senior management in relation to the ongoing issues. Qantas Freight provided the following update as at 1430 AEDT 23 October: . READ MORE

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BORDER

Issue 3 of the WCO news is now available and covers off a range of topics including;

• WCO Council adopts three HS recommendations

• Combating the infiltration of criminals in the maritime supply chain: an overview of Operation TIN CAN

• Tackling corruption in maritime trade
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Notices:

20.10.2023 : AFP Commissioner formally hands over leadership of Five Eyes Law Enforcement Group ... read more
20.10.2023 : NZ Customs Release 723 ... read more
19.10.2023 : AFP - $20 million worth of cocaine seized from plastic furniture ... read more
18.10.2023 : ABF - TC Gazette 23-39 ... 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.

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has extended an invitation to industry to participate in a survey to help EGILAT members better understand regulatory frameworks, requirements, and other measures relevant to the trade in legal timber, along with challenges and opportunities identified by stakeholders. READ MORE

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TRADE

Check out the latest updates from Austrade in the Agribusiness & Food area. Topics include

• Market access for WA Hass avocados in Thailand

• A decaronised Australian grape and wine sector

• Trade opportunities on the menu in Vietnam
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Trade Data - 17th to 23rd October 2023

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices - 17th to 23rd October 2023

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

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

To select your communication preferences please click on "Update Subscription Preferences" at the bottom of any FTA notice -  READ MORE

SPONSORS

FTA and APSA are proud to connect members with the following sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.

2023 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE