DP World expands operations with new announcement

DP World has announced the expansion of its Australian operations and the launch of its new rail service at Stockland's Yennora Intermodal Terminals, one of the largest logistics facilities in the Southern Hemisphere. 

DP World's new rail service will link Yennora Intermodal Terminal with Port Botany and is expected to have an annual capacity of 160,000 TEUs. With this new rail service, DP World expands its footprint at Yennora Intermodal Terminal, thereby growing its integrated supply chain solutions offering in Australia. READ MORE

(pictured above from DP World) L to R Lay Kwan (Regional Vice President- APAC), Tracey Tucker (Head of Commercial, NSW), Travis Brooks-Garrett (VP- Commercial - Oceania), Peter Conomos (VP - Finance - Oceania)

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

Following bilateral engagement between the Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Border Force (ABF) and the recent budget announcement regarding an import prohibition on engineered stone, advice has been received that the details of the import prohibition (including timing) is still under consideration by the federal government (including consultation with states and territories). It is anticipated that reform will take place sometime in early 2025, noting the ABF is working with whole-of-government partners to ensure timing of the import prohibition minimises the impact on jurisdictional transitional arrangements. The ABF has given a commitment to maintain close ongoing engagement with FTA and other key stakeholders to support the eventual implementation of the Import Prohibition.

The  Freight Policy Reform Program is reviewing freight transport in NSW, revisiting past recommendations on Port Botany container operations and broader port changes. Submissions to this consultation will guide future policy settings.
 
Members are encouraged to submit feedback to Tom Jensen by 24 May 2024 for inclusion in the FTA/APSA submission. READ MORE

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Sal Milici, General Manager Trade Policy & Operations Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) was thrilled with the turnout for the 77G and Approved Arrangement Forum last Wednesday in Melbourne. There was a diverse group of industry participants eagerly engaging and learning. It was an invaluable opportunity to hear directly from industry experts and regulators from the Australian Border Force and Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. 

A big thank you to all our speakers and attendees for making this event a tremendous success. Looking forward to continuing these important conversations and fostering stronger industry collaboration.

It was great to chat with Nathan and share industry insights. We discussed the benefits of being a highly reputable trusted trader and the additional advantages brought by recent agreements like the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA).

FTA / APSA - TRAINING & EVENTS

As a part of direct engagement with the Australian Border Force (ABF) on Saturday 20 April 2024, advice has been received that due to a number of factors it is likely that customs brokers will NOT receive their 'Application for renewal of Customs Broker Licence' renewal packs until mid to late May. READ MORE

FTA offers Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) training online for the customs broker licencing period 1 April to 31 March each year. The cost of an online training package is $150 (excl. gst) for member organisations with bulk discounts available on a sliding scale.

Licensed customs brokers not employed by a corporate FTA member, can purchase an Individual Membership which includes online CPD & CBC training for the cost of only $300 (excl. gst) per customs broker licensing period.

FTA will be transitioning to an upgraded training platform for the new customs broker licensing period. All completion history will be available on the new site. We look forward to launching MYFTACPD with new topics for completion prior to going live. Further details will follow soon.

For further information, please contact Caroline on czalai@FTAlliance.com.au.

FTA SECTION 77G DEPOT & APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS FORUMS

LIMITED CAPACITY - DELEGATES TO BE ALLOCATED ON A "FIRST IN" BASIS

FTA, APSA and CTAA are delighted to host a series of upcoming Depot Forums where the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) and the Australian Border Force (ABF) senior officers will deliver presentations on emerging reforms and current compliance activity to assist in managing your Section 77G Depot and Approved Arrangement facilities. READ MORE
 

11 JUNE 2024: FTA QLD Section 77G & Approved Arrangement Forum 

2024 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.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS

Come along and join your industry colleagues and friends on the 26th July in helping making a difference for these two wonderful charities, Dolly's Dream, and Childhood Dementia Initiative.
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LOGISTICS

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

The Department of Transport nd Planning (Victoria) have released commentary on items of interest from the Victorian and Federal Budgets that were recently released. READ MORE

The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) is engaging with industry to inform the development of an updated Victorian Freight Plan - the roadmap for the state's freight system. To guide feedback on the updating of the Victorian Freight Plan, a discussion paper and survey has been developed. All input is appreciated. Please visit Engage Victoria to download the discussion paper and submit your feedback.

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 

SEAFREIGHT

Voluntary Performance Monitoring Framework
Quarter 1, 2024 - Dashboard

Freight Victoria in the Department of Transport and Planning has released the quarter one, 2024 dashboard under the Voluntary Port Performance Model (VPPM).

Industry stakeholders can also view the dashboard by visiting the Voluntary Performance Monitoring Framework (VPMF) webpage. READ MORE

Notices:

AIRFREIGHT

QANTAS Freight Operations

Please refer the Qantas Freight site for updates on operational matters. 

BIOSECURITY

Cargo Operations Snapshot 

The Department has advised the return of the Cargo Operations Snapshot. Members will see a few changes one of which is the addition of a section on Cargo Compliance. When viewing the report we suggest members note the Data Definitions on page 3.

May 20 Report   LOGIN REQUIRED 

Your Voice Matters:
Participate in Our Survey to Shape the Future of AEPCOMM

As communicated on Friday March 8 2024, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) participated in a briefing hosted by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). One of the outcomes from that meeting was that FTA gave a commitment to work with DAFF, members and fellow industry colleagues to examine methodologies for a more measured compliance regime and other pragmatic strategies to increase the uptake of AEPCOMM.  TAKE SURVEY

Notices:

BORDER

Depot penalties - FTA seeking member feedback for informed compliance program

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) is receiving advice from members indicating an alarming increase in the number of Australian Border Force (ABF) Infringement Notices being issued against Depot facilities licensed in accordance with Sec 77G of the Customs Act. FTA is seeking further feedback from members with details of the Infringement Notices to ascertain trends in the ABF focus and areas where concerted informed compliance attention is required.

Please send details of the Infringement Notice and associated circumstances to Tom Jensen (Head of International Freight & Logistics - FTA / APSA). All material will be treated on a confidential basis. READ MORE

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TRADE

In this issue:

• Apply for 2004 Australian Export Awards

• Grow your business tool kit

• WA Lobster nets European customers
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Trade Data Updates Week Ending 20th May 2024

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices Update Week Ending 20th May 2024

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