FTA / APSA Weekly Report 2018/20 – sponsored by the Port of Melbourne

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

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SPONSOR OF THE WEEK

Major Sponsor of the Global Shippers Forum and ICHCA International Conference


The Port of Melbourne delivers world class safe, responsible and reliable port facilities and services and plays its part in delivering an efficient freight supply chain to support Victoria's growing economy, including the efficient movement of goods within Melbourne and regional Victoria ... read more

Global Shippers Forum and ICHCA International Conference

It was a huge week in Melbourne !

Over the course of four days, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA), the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) and ICHCA Australia successfully hosted a Town Hall Welcome Function, three peak body Annual General Meetings, a port tour and a two-day open conference for 350 local and international delegates.

Photo album is on its way with a full report in the Winter edition of our Across Borders magazine

To access the program, speaker biographies, presentations and sponsor details, please click HERE

CONTENTS

SHIPPING
-  Freight rates
-  Surcharges
-  Services
-  News
LOGISTICS
-  Airfreight
-  Road / Rail / Intermodal
INTERNATIONAL
-  New Zealand
-  Global

MEDIA
-  FTA / APSA Blog
STATUTORY REFORMS
-  Border
-  Biosecurity
-  Industry
HUMAN RESOURCES
-  Candidate of the Week
-  North Asia Free Trade Agreement training 
-  Upcoming Events

Please refer to our up-to-date market intelligence - please note that some articles will be accessible with MEMBER LOGIN ONLY.

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) are proud to connect our members with our sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.

SHIPPING

Freight rates

14.5.2018 APL GRI GREATER CHINA & HK-EC AUSTRALIA
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Surcharges

14.5.2018 PIL CONTAINER DETENTION CHARGES
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14.5.2018 NZ-SAMOAS/TONGA BAF INCREASE
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Services

14.5.2018 CAT – SERVICE SCHEDULE SLIDING ONE WEEK
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14.5.2018 AAX – CMA CGM PUCCINI DELAYED
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14.5.2018 A3C – A3S - SCHEDULE RECOVERY
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14.5.2018 A3S – A3C – PORT ROTATION CHANGE KOTA CANTIK UPDATED
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14.5.2018 A3C – VESSEL CHANGEOUT: XIN CHI WAN INTRODUCED
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14.5.2018 A3N – CHANGED PORT ROTATION FOR ALLISE P
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14.5.2018 NORTHERN STAR – LOW SEASON BLANK VOYAGES
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14.5.2018 JEPPESEN MAERSK
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14.5.2018 MAERSK JABAL
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14.5.2018 MAERSK JAIPUR
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News

14.5.2018 ANL AUSTRALIA INTERMODAL – ONE-STOP SHOPPING
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14.5.2018 MAERSK LINE COMMITMENT CANCELLATION FEE
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14.5.2018 TEMPORARY DANGEROUS GOODS RESTRICTION AT QINGDAO
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14.5.2018 FURTHER READING - IOT, ROBOTICS AND MACHINE-LEARNING TRANSFORMING SUPPLY CHAINS
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14.5.2018 FURTHER READING - ANTWERP DEVELOPING PORT CARBON CAPTURE PROJECT
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14.5.2018 FURTHER READING - DIGITAL DISRUPTORS RISK DE-SKILLING LOGISTICS
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LOGISTICS

11.5.2018 FREMANTLE PORTS NORTH QUAY CONTAINER TERMINALS EOI
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Airfreight

IATA Global Passenger Survey


IATA is conducting the Global Passenger Survey for a seventh consecutive year!

This annual survey is an excellent opportunity to provide us with direct feedback on your travel preferences and expectations. Your valuable input will help drive new ideas and approaches in optimizing passenger and air travel experience.

Have your say and help the industry ensure even better passenger service offerings and experience!

Road / Rail / Intermodal

Unlocking value across the container logistics supply chain

 

Transport inefficiencies that start at the terminal gate have a flow-on effect right across the container logistics supply chain, trapping value and depressing profitability for all involved.

But it doesn't have to be this way.

Connecting the community of container depots and terminals, cargo owners, shipping lines, and road transporters, Containerchain solutions support synchronised communication and operational predictability.

Features include real-time paperless tracking,frictionless information exchange, process automation, and optimised asset utilisation - as well as total container movement visibility for more proactive planning. The result is lowered cost of operations and improved profitability for one of the world's most essential industries.

Unlock more value from your business today.

Visit containerchain.com or request a no obligation demonstration at enquiry@containerchain.com

INTERNATIONAL

New Zealand

11.5.2018 NZ CUSTOMS RELEASE - ISSUE 456 
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Global

BorderWise Single Window (AU)


WiseTech Global - listen to our webinar recording explaining BorderWise Single Window (AU) functionality and benefits available to FTA members. ... read more

Global Finance Report

 

Weekly Market Commentary
The Iranian crises continues to expand, as Israel responds to Iranian missiles, with attacks on Iranian bases in Syria. The US withdrawal from the Iranian nuclear agreement appears to be the trigger and now threatens the Syrian civil war spreading across the Middle East, becoming a multi-denominational conflict. Oil prices have gained some momentum, with the threat of sanctions being reimposed on Iran, boosting energy companies and stock markets.
  ... read more

MEDIA


Autumn 2018 edition "Across Borders"


Published on a seasonal basis (Winter, Spring, Summer and Autumn), Across Borders will play a vital role in keeping FTA / APSA members at the forefront of all emerging supply chain issues.

Members receive FREE hard copies of the magazine delivered to each of your regional offices ... read more

ACROSS BORDERS - ADVERTISING PROSPECTUS

"Across Borders" is a joint venture between Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and On Time Publications delivering a seasonal trade magazine (Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring).  ... read more

FTA / APSA Weekly Blog

Trade Facilitation versus security in a world of increasing e-commerce freight

Russell Wiese - Hunt & Hunt Lawyers for FTA / APSA
DCN - Monday 14 May 2018

THE world trade community gathered in Melbourne, Australia for the Global Shippers Forum organised by Freight and Trade Alliance, ICHCA and the Australian Peak Shippers Association.  Presenters included representatives from the United Nations, the World Bank, the Australian Border Force, the US Maritime Commission and the World Bank. A theme of the first day was the tension between trade facilitation and security concerns.  Two factors having an impact in this regard are the increased use of technology (positive impact) and the growth in e-commerce (negative factor)... read more

STATUTORY REFORMS

Border 

9.5.2018 IMPACTS ON AUSTRALIAN TRADE - FEDERAL BUDGET 2018/19
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11.5.2018 JOCG CHARGES THREE MEN OVER 200KG ICE SHIPMENT
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12.5.2018 DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS NOTICE NO. 2018/13 GOODS AND SERVICES TAX ON LOW VALUE IMPORTED GOODS
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12.5.2018 DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS NOTICE NO. 2018/14 GOODS AND SERVICES TAX ON LOW VALUE IMPORTED GOODS – USE OF THE GST-PAID EXEMPTION CODE
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12.5.2018 DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS NOTICE NO. 2018/15 GOODS AND SERVICES TAX ON LOW VALUE IMPORTED GOODS – CLAIMING A GST REFUND
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NEW ComplianceNetFTA ENHANCEMENT- CPD ATTAINMENT STATEMENT

 

We are delighted to launch the new Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Attainment Statement functionality on ComplianceNetFTA.


The statement can be downloaded or printed with your total points completed through Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) for the current customs broker licensing period (1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018).

All FTA face-to-face and online completed courses are displayed on the Attainment Statement - includes Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) and Stream A / Stream B CPD points breakdown.

Simply login to ComplianceNetFTA.com.au using your unique login details then go to / My Accounts/CPD Statement/Continue – view demonstration


Caroline Zalai - FTA / APSA

Obtain your 30 CPD points for the 2018 / 2019 period by simply attending two events

 

SYDNEY
10 APRIL 2018 : SOLD OUT
26 SEPTEMBER 2018 : NSW - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program

MELBOURNE
10 MAY 2018 : SOLD OUT
16 OCTOBER 2018 : VIC - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program

BRISBANE
20 JUNE 2018 : QLD - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program
12 SEPTEMBER 2018 : QLD - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program

COMPLIANT CUSTOMS

The forwarder's broker ... customs clearance solutions for the logistics industry

Department of Home Affairs

REAL TIME NOTIFICATIONS


We have received feedback from members that that they receive timely updates as direct subscribers to the Department of Home Affairs - to avoid duplication, FTA / APSA will no longer re-send these notices on a regular basis.

We will however continue to post these online at www.FTAlliance.com.au and make details available via our Weekly Report.

To subscribe to receive notices & newsletters direct from the department, please click HERE

To subscribe to the FTA / APSA Weekly Report, please click HERE

Biosecurity

14.5.2018 BIOSECURITY IMPORTS LEVY

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Department of Agriculture & Water Resources 

REAL TIME NOTIFICATIONS


We have received feedback from members that that they receive timely updates as direct subscribers to the Department of Agriculture & Water Resources - to avoid duplication, FTA / APSA will no longer re-send these notices on a regular basis.

We will however continue to post these online at www.FTAlliance.com.au and make details available via our Weekly Report.

To subscribe to receive notices & newsletters direct from the department, please click HERE

To subscribe to the FTA / APSA Weekly Report, please click HERE

Industry

9.5.2018 TC GAZETTE 18/17 ... login required

HUMAN RESOURCES

Candidate of the Week

Candidate of the Week

 

Melbourne 11604108: Customer Service / All-Rounder
Experienced, loyal, knowledgeable and industry savvy are just a few words to associate with this superstar candidate. If you are looking for a Customer focussed all-rounder with the ability to take care of operations, dabble in accounts and the commercial elements then look no further. With a strong sense of family, this candidate is on the market for the first time since 2011 and has a long history of long term tenure. Perfectly suited to a smaller team where the requirement is to know, understand and perform ALL aspects of forwarding then get in contact today!! Be the first to interview this stand-out candidate in 7 years!!

 

Contact: andrew@insyncpersonnel.com.au

 

Sydney Transport/Operations Manager – 7662863
This strategic and commercially focused candidate brings 12 years of industry experience and a motivation to exceed! They have worked with multiple software platforms including Cargowise, FAMS and ICS and are as comfortable working with Clients as they are mentoring their team and collaborating with suppliers! This candidate would prove to be a welcome addition to your management team


Contact: christian@insyncpersonnel.com.au  

 

North Asia Free Trade Agreement training

GUIDE FOR IMPORTERS AND EXPORTERS

This e-learning course has been developed to assist Australian importers and exporters take advantage of preferential tariff treatment under Australia's Free Trade Agreements with China, Japan and Korea. ... read more

GUIDE FOR IMPORTERS AND EXPORTERS

This e-learning course has been developed to assist Australian importers and exporters take advantage of preferential tariff treatment under Australia's Free Trade Agreements with China, Japan and Korea. ... read more

Join us for our FREE webinar series - North Asia Free Trade Agreement

Click on the following registration links to either participate in our live webinar OR to view the final recording.
 
Export Trade Compliance / ChAFTA Declarations of Origin**
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING

Non-Tariff Barriers to Trade
-  CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING
 
Introduction to ChAFTA / Tax Considerations Specific to the Chinese Market
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING

Introduction to JAEPA / Tax Considerations Specific to the Japanese Market
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING
 
Introduction to KAFTA / Tax Considerations Specific to the Korean Market
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING

FTAs and other issues for Agriculture exporters 
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING

Scams, bribery and corruption - Managing risks in a dishonest world
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING

29 January 2018 - Methods of Entering the Chinese Market
CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RECORDING

** courses attract customs broker CPD points - online assessment available at ComplianceNetFTA 

The above activities have received funding from Austrade as part of the Free Trade Agreement Training Provider Grant Program. The views expressed within the activities are not necessarily the views of the Commonwealth of Australia, and the Commonwealth does not accept responsibility for any information or advice contained herein.

Upcoming Events

CONTINUED BISOECURITY COMPETENCY (CBC) NCCC & AEPCOMM - APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS
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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

EVENTS

1 APR 2018 : MANDATORY BY 4 JUNE 2018 - Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) NCCC & AEPCOMM - Approved Arrangements [...]
15 MAY 2018 : The Digital Transformation of Global Trade [...]
30 MAY 2018 : FREE WEBINAR - Discounted cash flow (DCF) models - valuation concepts and currency considerations [...]
20 JUN 2018 : QLD - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
6 JUL 2018 : 2018 Tasmanian Freight & Logistics Forum [...]
7 AUG 2018 : 2018 Australian Cotton Conference [...]
12 SEP 2018 : QLD - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
18 SEP 2018 : Sydney - Alibaba E-Commerce Expo [...]
26 SEP 2018 : NSW - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
16 OCT 2018 : VIC - CPD - Border & Biosecurity Compliance Program [...]
22 OCT 2018 : Melbourne - Alibaba E-Commerce Expo [...]
22 NOV 2018 : WISTA QLD - Australian Border Force Breakfast Series" [...]

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