PRODUCTIVITY COMMISSION REVIEW INTO SUPPLY CHAIN VULNERABILITIES

As members would be well aware, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have increased advocacy and mainstream media exposure seeking government intervention to initiate reforms to address ongoing waterfront industrial relations disruption, shipping competition (including a review of stevedore-imposed Infrastructure surcharges and shipping line imposed congestion surcharges), empty container management (including shipping line container detention practices) and the need for sustained financial support mechanisms for the air cargo sector.

The evidence that we provided to the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade 'Inquiry into the Implications of the Covid-19 pandemic for Australia's foreign affairs, defence and trade' highlighted the needs for a paradigm shift in government priorities in favour of exporters, importers and logistics providers.

The consistent theme of our advocacy being that it is the efficient movement of goods that will lead our economic recovery and generate national wealth.

In response, we are delighted to advise that the Productivity Commission has today released its interim report on Vulnerable Supply Chains

The Commission invites written submissions in response to its interim report, which has focused on supply chain vulnerabilities from Australia's role as an importer.

The Commission is also seeking submissions on our next phase of work focusing on supply chain vulnerabilities from Australia's role as an exporter.

Submissions are due by FRIDAY 30 APRIL 2021.

Members interested in contributing are are invited to either make their own submission HERE or contact avinson@ftalliance.com.au for incorporation into the FTA / APSA submission