FTA / APSA Weekly Report 2023/20 - sponsored by Thai Cargo

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

FTA / APSA WEEKLY REPORT 2023/20
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UPCOMING EVENTS

CPD Border Compliance Events

For one low price obtain your 30 CPD points and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) 

Note: Perth Member Early Bird rates close  24 May (1 month prior to the session)

19 MAY 2023 : 2023/24 FTA VIC CPD Border Compliance Program  (Member early bird rate closed)
20 MAY 2023 : 2023/24 FTA VIC CPD Border Compliance Program  (Member early bird rate closed)
14 JUNE 2023 : 2023/24 FTA QLD CPD Border Compliance Program (Member early bird rate closed)
24 JUNE 2023 : 2023/24 FTA WA CPD Border Compliance Program (Early bird rate closing 24 May)

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

FEDERAL BUDGET 2023

On Tuesday 10 May Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the Federal Budget for 2023/24.

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have identified extracts from the Budget and supporting  papers (impacting the international supply chain, logistics and border clearance sectors) which have been outlined in the below notices to members. Commentary has also been provided by Russell Wiese from CGT.

FTA / APSA will engage, in particular with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, to ensure that funds allocated will not only provide a Biosecure Australia but also improve the service delivery to importers, exporters, border clearance industry and our members in areas such as document processing and inspection services.

 

Federal Budget Update      Federal Budget Update 2

 

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


 

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

DCN - Paul Zalai on New South Wales' convoluted port privatisation saga

 

Paul Zalai, Director – Freight & Trade Alliance | Secretariat – Australian Peak Shippers Association writes on the complex port privatisation situation in New South Wales and the move one step closer to a resolution .   
   

 

"Clearly the intent of the above convoluted legislative outcome is to create an environment where the Port of Newcastle can compete with NSW Ports for containerised trade."


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FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

Brisbane Landside Logistics Forum (BLLF)

Tom Jensen, Head of International Freight & Logistics | FTA, recently attended the BLLF on behalf of FTA members. Not only does this allow FTA to keep abreast of Port developments but also to engage with Fisherman's Island service providers on matters that are impacting our members. If you would like to discus any Port related matters please reach out to Tom.

Port Trade Update

18 MAY 2023 : WISTA AUSTRALIA - Victorian Chapter - Celebrating International Day for Women in Maritime 
18 MAY 2023 : WISTA AUSTRALIA -  NSW Chapter - Celebrating International Day for Women in Maritime 
18 MAY 2023 : WISTA AUSTRALIA -  WA Chapter - Celebrating International Day for Women in Maritime 
17 JULY 2023 : CONFERENCE - Sea Container Cleanliness Brisbane 17 to 19 July
21 JULY 2023 : 2023 Care-Factor - Industry Charity Trade Ball 



Member Communication Enhancements

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) are delighted to announce a further enhancement to our member and training participants' communication service. Acknowledging the rapidly expanding and diverse coverage of our notices, we now have an ability for recipients to select what type of notifications they receive. Members can also update all other subscription details from the same link to help us send more targeted messaging to best meet your needs. -  READ MORE

LOGISTICS

AAT congestion and changes to storage arrangements

Freight & Trade Alliance has , over the past week, received feedback from members on the congestion and  flagged changes to storage policy at AAT terminals, Tom Jensen, Head of International Freight & Logistics at FTA , has engaged with AAT and received from them acknowledgement that they will review all responses to their notice. and advise further in due course.

AAT announcement    AAT Update  

Sea Container Cleanliness - Global Changes

The development of new global measures for the avoidance of contamination of sea containers by invasive pests and cargoes will have a significant impact on international trade operational and reporting practices. Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) through their membership of the Global Shippers Forum have been actively involved in this process, and are privileged to be on the organising committee for the upcoming International forum to be held in Brisbane. 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.
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SEAFREIGHT

DP World Brisbane - Congestion

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA)  has received feedback from members on issues impacting services at the DP World facility in Brisbane. As with any service delivery issues, we urge members to liaise closely with relevant Shipping Lines to ensure they are aware of the issues and also that their detention polices can be adjusted in light of any inability of their contracted parties to perform adequate / timely service levels to industry. FTA have rasied the matter with DP World and will advise once a response is received.  

Authorised MUA Stop Work Meeting at DP World Sydney

An authorised two hour MUA stop work meeting will be held in DP World Sydney from 1pm – 3pm on Thursday, 25th May 2023. All terminal operations will cease during this period.

 

Please contact CCT Schedule if you require any further information.


Email: CCT.Schedule@dpworld.com.au
Phone: +612 9394 0131

International Shipping Line Notifications
FTA / APSA have compiled a consolidated list of shipping line notifications from 9th to 15th May 2023 READ MORE

Notices:

12.5.2023 : Port of Melbourne releases Tenancy Customer Charter Annual Report ... read more
12.5.2023 : DP WORLD (Brisbane) - Congestion ... read more

12.5.2023 : AAT – Congestion & Significant Change to Storage Arrangements as of 1 June 2023 - Update 1 ... read more
10.5.2023 : Port of Newcastle commits to global hydrogen partnership ... read more

AIR FREIGHT

QANTAS FREIGHT - Sydney Gateway Upgrades

From 14 May 2023 for approximately 3 weeks, stormwater upgrade work will be done along Link Road. This planned work will take place from Sunday to Thursday nights between 11pm and 5am. READ MORE

Menzies Aviation selects Wipro to transform its air cargo services


We would like to thank Menzies Aviation for their article in their latest edition of Across Borders   

 

"At Menzies, we are committed to investing in innovative solutions, such as our recently launched robotic inventory checks and digitalisation of flight packs, and Wipro's platform will ensure we can utilise cutting-edge systems and products in the years ahead."


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

SUPPLY CHAIN SNAPSHOT


Pre-COVID, 48 airlines operated into and out of Sydney Airport. Since mid-April 2023, the number of airlines has increased to 50 – a new record.

Outbound flights ex. AU increased 9.6% from our previous report W/E 30 MAR 2023 (1576 to 1727).
Wide-body flights increased 6% in the same period.
Unfortunately, overall wide-body flights remain 6% lower than the same period in 2019
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Notices:

15.5.2023 : IATA - Chart of the Week ... read more
10.5.2023 : Qantas Freight - Sydney Gateway upgrades ... read more
9.5.2023 : IATA - CNS Partnership Conference to Focus on Maintaining Air Cargo Momentum ... read more

BORDER

Sec 77G Depot - Questions and Answers

Following the recent webinar delivered by Russell Wiese of CGT Law, FTA has prepared the following content in response to member enquiries. Please note the contents of this webpage does not constitute legal advice and should not be used as such. LOGIN REQUIRED 

Notices:

12.5.2023 : NZ Customs Release Issue 706 ... read more
11.5.2023 : AFP - Sydney man jailed over importation of 100kg of meth ... read more
10.5.2023 : CGT Law - The Australian 2023 / 24 budget - A customs and trade perspective ... read more
10.5.2023 : ABF TC Gazette 23-16 ... read more

BIOSECURITY

Cargo Operations Snapshot - as at  Monday 15 May 2023

 

This report will be shared by the department on a weekly basis.  Work is underway by the department for this to be published directly on the Biosecurity website. READ MORE  

 

Clarification on Australia's importing country requirements for phytosanitary certificates

 

Following on from the information in IAN 02-2023 and IAN 93-2023 , The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry have issued IAN 115-2023 to clarify Australia's importing country requirements for phytosanitary certificates that have been electronically stamped/signed and where they include a QR code or weblink to enable online verification of the document.

 

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Have your say on the approved arrangements webpages

The Department is updating the approved arrangements section of the website and invite you to share your feedback to help guide its future design. By taking this short survey you will provide the department with a greater understanding of your requirements, what works now and what they can do to improve your experience.

To have your say, take our survey now

Notices:

15.5.2023 : BEE AWARE: Port of Townsville bolsters Varroa mite fight with Purple Hive Project  ... read more
15.5.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 115/2023 Update: Australia"s importing country requirements for phytosanitary certificates from 1 July 2023  ... read more
15.5.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 114/2023 Scheduled Outage: Friday 19 May to Saturday 20 May 2023 – COLS, MARS, OPS and PEBS unavailable, BMSB/Treatment Certificate Portal impacted ... read more
12.5.2023 : DAFF - Import Industry Advice Notice 113/2023 *Update* Scheduled Outage: Thursday 18 May to Friday 19 May 2023 – COLS ... read more
12.5.2023 : New Global Measures - Avoidance of Contamination of Containers (Update 5) Conferance - Sea Container Cleanliness Brisbane - 17 TO 19 JULY 2023 ... read more
12.5.2023 : DAFF - IAN 2023:03 - List of approved shellfish harvest areas for export ... read more

TRADE

AUSTRADE - launches Go Global Toolkit

The release of the Go Global Toolkit on export.business.gov.au is a platform that helps Australian businesses go further, faster at every stage of the export journey.

It helps Australian businesses overcome the barriers to exporting, providing them with tools and information in one place, saving them time, money and increasing their chance of exporting success. The toolkit now supports over 6,300 goods and 120 overseas markets, making it relevant to an estimated 57,000 goods exporters. - READ MORE

DFAT - HISTORIC TRADE DEAL WITH THE UNITED KINGDOM

In what was precision timing, Susan Danks (Head of Customs & Regulatory Compliance – FTA/APSA) received a call from the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) during our first customs broker CPD Border Compliance Program event for the year advising the start date of the Australia-UK FTA (A-UKFTA) will be 31 May 2023. READ MORE

 

Sue Danks will provide updates on this and other trade developments at the upcoming CPD events - REGISTER HERE

Trade Data - 9th to 15th May 2023
National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Notices:

15.5.2023 : WTO - Members advance work to identify, address challenges in implementing SPS Agreement ... read more
15.5.2023 : WTO - Trade growth to slow to 1.7% in 2023 following 2.7% expansion in 2022 ... read more
11.5.2023 : DFAT - Visit to China ... read more
11.5.2023 : FEDERAL BUDGET 2023 - 24 (UPDATE 2) Home Affairs and Agriculture ... read more
11 MAY 2023 : ATIC - Export Update ... read more
10.5.2023 : CGT Law - The Australian 2023 / 24 budget - A customs and trade perspective ... read more
10.5.2023 : DFAT - Investing to secure Australia's interests in the World ... read more

Anti-Dumping Notices - 9th to 15th May 2023

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

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WEBINARS & RECORDINGS

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