Trade Modernisation and Traceability Update: Focus on China Open Industry Briefing Session – Wed 28th April, 12:30pm -1:45pm AEST
• What border control and traceability programs are being implemented across the region?
• What are the specific programs being implemented in China nationally and for specific provinces?
• How is Australia and other trading partners responding to these changes?
Countries are rapidly modernising cross border trade and traceability programs. This session will focus on food traceability in China and the growing demand for imported produce.
We will share insights on how global data standards are being used to enhance biosecurity, streamline trade clearance processes and provide governments and industry with higher quality data to support better public policy outcomes.
The briefing has been arranged by the National GS1 Traceability Advisory Group with support from the Australian Food and Grocery Council and Australian Council of Exporters.
This is a free session - REGISTER HERE |
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FTA / APSA ENGAGEMENT WITH PRIME MINISTER & CABINET |
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AUSTRALIAN PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY INTO EXPANDING MEMBERSHIP OF THE CPTPP |
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| Measures to facilitate trade critical for Australian manufacturers, importers, consumers and logistics professionals and we see the CPTPP as an important mechanism for advancing Australia's international trade facilitation agenda - great work from Russell Wiese (Director CGT Law) and Clint Latta (Head of Trade and Policy - FTA / APSA) in leading our joint formal submission - READ MORE |
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REQUEST FOR INPUT - ISRAEL TRADE AND INVESTMENT FEASIBILITY STUDY |
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DFAT is undertaking a feasibility study on how best to strengthen trade and investment with Israel, including possibly through a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). As a part of the feasibility study, DFAT is undertaking a public consultations process to capture the views of stakeholders with possible interests in expanding our economic relationship with Israel.
"To inform the study, DFAT would welcome a written submission from the Freight Trade Alliance. A view from the Alliance which captures perspectives across the international supply chain sector would be valuable. We are asking for submissions by 30 April."
Please provide any relevant detail or views to Clint Latta at clatta@FTAlliance.com.au |
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CUSTOMS AND LOGISTICS UPDATE - MAY 2021 |
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WEBINAR - FREE & EXCLUSIVE TO FTA / APSA MEMBERS |
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| WEDNESDAY 26 MAY 2021 (12pm AEST) - in this webinar Russell Wiese of CGT Law will provide an update on a variety of customs and logistics issues including: |
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• New customs broker license conditions • Update on Australia EU free trade agreement negotiations
• The recent Federal Court decision on the use of French in tariff classification
• ACCC warning over unfair contract terms in warehouse agreements
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COVID-19 GENERATED E-COMMERCE BOOM ... AND EQUIVALENT THREAT TO EXPORT MARKETS |
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Latest reports are that the Australian population may not be vaccinated until the end of 2022, jeopardising the opportunity for a widespread opening of international borders.
While it is imperative that our borders are only opened when it is safe to do so, the longer it takes the further we will fall behind other global economies who will be in a position to forge ahead with open travel and trade.
Noting that 80% of Australian international air cargo is traditionally carried in passenger aircraft belly-space, this outcome only adds impetus to the need for extended support for the air cargo sector with the International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM) scheduled to end in September 2021.
In parallel, e-commerce volumes continue to soar to meet consumer demand, largely facilitated through the use of dedicated freighter aircraft. Our Border and Biosecurity regulators have juggled resources from passenger processing to process this growth in e-commerce and increased sea cargo volume. Now they to face the challenge of balancing this ongoing task while re-allocating resources back to passenger processing with the introduction of the 'Trans-Tasman' bubble. |
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| Examining the impacts post IFAM |
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| L to R - Damon Coleman (Cargo Manager, Singapore Airlines Brisbane ) and Tony Vinson (Head of International Freight & Logistics - FTA/APSA) met last week to discuss current air freight cargo dynamics and the Federal Government's IFAM air freight program. |
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| Preparing for the Trans-Tasman Bubble |
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| We had the opportunity last week to gain an insight into the Sydney Airport operation and the important preparations for this week's commencement of the Trans-Tasman bubble with quarantine free passenger travel - an important starting point for our international borders safely opening. |
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| Innovation filling the void of air cargo |
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| L to R Jason Radford (Tigers) and John Park (head of Business Operations - FTA/APSA) at the launch of a new sea freight LCL service to support Western Australian exporters, across agriculture, horticulture & aquaculture, to reach their overseas markets. The service will be offered using the ONE shipping line weekly service from Fremantle to Singapore – read more HERE |
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| E-commerce growth and a new powerhosue provider |
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| L to R Jovan Bilic, Paul Zalai (Director FTA/ Secretariat APSA) James Manley and Sunil Shah : enormous credit to the Fedex and TNT executive and operational teams for successfully bringing together the two entities - this would have been a significant challenge at any time let alone in the middle of a pandemic and e-commerce boom |
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Government Support Programs for Business
At an industry briefing conducted on 16 April 2021, we put forward the case for a need continuation of IFAM beyond 30 September 2021. In response, IFAM representatives outlined a range of initiatives, aimed at helping businesses adapt to the 'new normal' including:.- Direct support for businesses – for information about other Government initiatives:
- Austrade Export Services – a new website featuring interactive market insights and trends, as well as information on grants, funding, local laws and regulations, distribution and shipping. A one-stop-shop for businesses navigating the rapidly evolving export landscape or looking to access Austrade's knowledge and expertise in international markets export.business.gov.au
- Business.gov.au – a single entry point for the Australian business community to access information from all 3 levels of government business.gov.au
- Agri-business Expansion Initiative to help Australian farming, forestry and fishing exporters, visit:
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TECH-TALK: SHOWCASING TIVE TRACKING DEVICE |
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| The latest of our 'Techtalk' series showcased Tive, the maker of the World's first non-Lithium load tracker, and how this solution helps logistics professionals actively manage shipments to reduce or eliminate preventable delays and damage. the webinar demonstrated how using real-time, multi-sensor trackers, data on shipments allows customers to gain complete insight into a shipment's location and condition - thanks again to Hany Amer for his engaging presentation and responding to a series of questions from members - RECORDING AVAILABLE HERE |
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DP WORLD AUSTRALIA - FISHERMAN ISLAND, BRISBANE |
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| Out of lockdown and cranking up our industry engagement with key stakeholders across commerce and government - a special note of appreciation for the warm welcome at DPWA. |
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KEEP FREIGHT MOVING: THE IMPORTANCE OF INDUSTRY AND GOVERNMENT WORKING TOGETHER TO CREATE RESILIENT SUPPLY-CHAINS. |
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Our appreciation is extended to JACQUI MARSHALL, Senior Advisory – Regulation and Economics –and TRISTAN ANDERSON, Market Leader Transport – GHD Advisory for their commentary in our most recent edition of Across Borders
"Key to creating a more cooperative, robust, and resilient supply-chain is active participation in industry groups such as the Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) , Container Transport Alliance Australia (CTAA), Ports Australia, and Shipping Australia which enable industry and Government to continue knowledge sharing, and to better understand and mitigate individual and systemic risks." - READ MORE |
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| Contact us to showcase your business or service via a member profile, thought leadership contribution or advertising via Across Borders and our associated media. |
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10 DAYS REMAIN FOR EARLY BIRD OFFER
Benefits include 30+ CPD points and your annual CBC requirements with a single registration - READ MORE
SYDNEY (Friday 30 July 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Novotel Hotel, the Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands
SYDNEY (Saturday 31 July 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Novotel Hotel, the Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands
PERTH (Saturday 7 August 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Hyatt Regency, 99 Adelaide Terrace, Perth
MELBOURNE (Friday 21 August 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Hyatt Place, 1 English St, Essendon Fields
MELBOURNE (Saturday 22 August 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Hyatt Place, 1 English St, Essendon Fields
BRISBANE (Wednesday 1 September 2021, 8.30am to 4pm) Brisbane Airport Convention Centre, Dryandra Road, Brisbane
Online training option available to meet all Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) – discounted price available to members of $165 (incl GST) per licensing period (1 April to 31 March)
Contact Caroline Zalai (02) 9975 18 78 or czalai@FTAlliance.com.au |
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- ABS - International Merchandise Trade, Preliminary, Australia, February 2021 ... read more
- ABS - International Trade in Goods and Services, Australia, February 2021 ... read more
- CTS - Australasia & Oceania Import an Export Volume February 2021 ... read more
- CTS - Global TEU Volume and Price Index February.. read more
- Flinders Ports Trade Statistics March 2021 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports - APSA Trade Statistics February 2021 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports - Container Trade Report February 2021 ... read more
- NSW Ports Monthly Trade Analysis February 2021 ... read more
- Pilbara Ports Authority Shipping Figures Febuary 2021 ... read more
- Port of Brisbane Monthly Trade Report February 2021 ... read more
- Port of Port Hedland Cargo Statistics March 2021 ... read more
- Port of Port Hedland Trade Statistics February 2021 ... read more
- Port of Melbourne Stakeholder Upate 15 ... read more
- Port of Melbourne - Trade Report February 2021 ... read more
- Port of Melbourne - TBMTS Data February 2021 ... read more
- Port of Newcastle Monthly Trade Report March 2021 ... read more
- Port of Townsville March 2021 Trade Statistics ... read more
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- Shipping Line Notices 13th to 19th April 2021... read more
13.04.21 - FIATA - MV EVER GIVEN Owner declares General Average ... read more
15.04.21 - Maritime Safety Queensland COVID Update ... read more |
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| 19.4.21 - Quarantine Free Travel starts Between Australia and New Zealand ... read more |
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13.4.21 - Brisbane MUA Communication Meeting ... login required
14.4.21 - FTA / APSA Engagement with Prime Minister & Cabinet - Setting the Framework for a Well-Regulated Economy ... read more16.4.21 - CTAA eNEWS ... read more16.4.21 - Sea Freight LCL Service to Support Western Australian Exporters ... read more |
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13.4.21 - DAWE - Japan – Ooganics: Japanese Agricultural Standard for Organic Livestock Products to include Organic Turkey (2021-03) ... login required
13.4.21 - DAWE - Great Britain – Organics: Labelling Rules (2021-04) ... login required
14.4.21 - DAWE - MPV Everest returns safely to Fremantle ... login required
15.4.21 - DAWE - 2021-13 - Congestion Busting Program – PEMS Update ... login required
15.4.21 - DAWE - 2021-10: NEXDOC Dairy – Changes to Certificates ... login required
15.4.21 - DAWE - 2021-11: NEXDOC Dairy – Changes to Certificates for China ... login required
16.4.21 - DAWE - Biosecurity Advice Fresh Capsicum SPP. Fruit from Fiji, PNG, Samoa, Soloman Islands, Tonga and Vanuatu 2021-P07 ... login required
16.4.21 - DAWE - Avian Influenza: Updates for Trade to Canada, Japan, New Zealand, South Africa and Tonga ... login required
19.4.21 - DAWE - 69-2021: SCHEDULED OUTAGE: THURSDAY 22 TO FRIDAY 23 APRIL 2021 – MARS ... login required
19.4.21 - DAWE - 70-2021: Scheduled Outage: From 23:00 to 23:59 Wednesday 21 April – COLS, OPS, PEBS ... login required
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14.4.21 - ABF - TC Gazette 21/12 ... read more
16.4.21 - NZ Customs Release 605 ... login required |
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14.4.21 - DFAT - Advancing FTA Negotiations and Vaccine Diplomacy ... read more
15.4.21 - ATIC Export Update ... read more
19.4.21 - FTA / CGT Law Formal Submission Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into Expanding Membership of the Comprehensive and Progressie Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership ... read more
19.4.21 - DFAT Business Envoy April 2021 ... read more
19.4.21 - Request for Inpuy - Israel Trade and Investment Feasibility Study ... read more |
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DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRY, SCIENCE, ENERGY AND RESOURCES |
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Anti-Dumping Notices 13th to 19th April 2021
2021/032 [PDF 72.48 KB], Case 562, Rod in coil, Findings of the Continuation Inquiry, China, 12/04/2021
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BUSINESS SALES / OFFICE LEASE |
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QUOTE 2021/13 - BUSINESS FOR SALE
Long established and profitable freight forwarding and corporate customs brokerage
* $14m Turnover forecast for June 2021 Year * Located in Sydney * Established for over 17 years * Regular repeat customer base. * Main business 90% import FCL 2426TEU (1266 containers) and 882 customs import declarations between Jul 2020 and Dec 2020 from Asia, South East Asia, USA and Europe. * Expressions of interest exceeding $3 million.
Email: brucei@abbagroup.com.au for a Confidentiality Agreement. |
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SECTION 77G DEPOT Notice 2019/27 (condition 28) states Section 77G Deport licence holders must provide adequate training to make staff aware of their obligations in dealing with goods subject to the control of Customs. CONTENT - the Section 77G Depots - Obligations Course provides operational staff with practical learning outcomes to be able to complete day to day activities with confidence that they are compliant with statutory requirements. FREQUENCY - we recommended that staff complete this course at induction and at a minimum, review annually to remain up to date with regulatory requirements. COST - $48 (further discounts apply for FTA members) APPROVED ARRANGEMENTS Approved Arrangements, previously known as Quarantine Approved Premises (QAPs) and Compliance Agreements, are voluntary arrangements entered into with the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment. These arrangements currently allow operators to manage biosecurity risks and/or perform the documentary assessment of goods in accordance with departmental requirements, using their own sites, facilities, equipment and people, and without constant supervision by the department and with occasional compliance monitoring or auditing. CONTENT - to secure an Approved Arrangement (AA) accreditation, staff are required to undertake the prescribed training course containing the following two subjects: - Biosecurity Awareness - provides an introduction to biosecurity in Australia and prepares staff to recognise the biosecurity risks and how these are addressed by the key stakeholders, including the department.
- Approved Arrangement Accreditation for AA Accredited Persons - provides the skills and knowledge required for staff to undertake their role as an Accredited Person within an AA - in this course, staff will be introduced to the requirements for Classes 1 to 8 and 10 to 14 AAs, and responsibilities in identifying and reducing biosecurity risks at AA sites.
FREQUENCY- We recommended that staff complete this course at induction and at a minimum, review annually to remain up to date with regulatory requirements. COST - $80 (further discounts apply for FTA members) |
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SAFE CONTAINER LOADING PRACTICES & HEAVY VEHICLE SAFETY |
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OBLIGATIONS FOR SEC 77G DEPOT AND APPROVED ARRANGEMENT FACILITIES |
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WEBINARS AND 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 |
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FINANCE REPORT
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CANDIDATE OF THE WEEK
 Sydney - Warehouse Logistics Coordinator
Melbourne - Export Sea Freight Operations
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Christian Merrigan, Branch Manager - Sydney |
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FTA and APSA are proud to connect members with the following sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.
2021 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE |
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