Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) major event and category sponsor at the DCN Awards

Sal Milici (General Manager Trade Policy & Operations - FTA/APSA) joined fellow panelists of trusted industry leaders carefully working through over 200 submissions before gathering in person to discuss them in detail. The points awarded by each judge were calculated to determine the winners of each category.

Congratulations are extended to all finalists including FTA affiliate and corporate business members and their employees - SEE HERE:

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

As part of our ongoing partnership with Pledge, Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) is excited to announce the launch of the "State of Sustainability: FTA and Pledge Insights Report Survey".

This important initiative is designed to help us gather critical insights into where the logistics industry currently stands in its transition towards sustainability, and what steps we can take together to overcome barriers and drive sustainable progress.

Why participate? -   READ MORE

FTA / APSA - OUT & ABOUT

AUSTRADE Canberra catch up 

FTA look forward to working with Austrade to bring more awareness to the challenges faced by our exporters in getting to market. Please feel free to reach out to Bianca if you would like to be put in contact with Austrade.

The Safe Container Loading & Transport Practices seminars continued last week in Sydney

Many thanks to Andrew Christie for representing Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA)  at this session. It's not too late to register! The seminar series is now heading to Wagga Wagga, Port Adelaide, and Fremantle. Visit our Events page to view upcoming dates and secure your ticket:

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

FTA / APSA - TRAINING & EVENTS

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.

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has been fielding enquiries from members as to the dates for the above mandatory units to be completed in this CPD/CBC year. The latest advice we have from both agencies is as follows.

ABF - The mandatory ABF, CPD module for the 2024/25 CPD is now live - READ MORE
DAFF - the unit is expected to be available for members to complete on 17 February 2025

FTA will keep members advised as more information is available

You still have a duty of care to ensure that all parties involved in the transport process comply with safety standards, whether the transport is handled in-house or outsourced.  

Further to our interview in Across Borders edition 1, 2024 with Dr Jill Bamforth (Academic Director Work Integrated Learning), Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) is delighted to launch the next phase of our collaboration with Swinburne University.

As a part of an extensive strategy to address the skills and labor shortage entering customs brokerage, freight forwarding and broader supply chain roles, we are delighted to present preliminary detail of the 2025 Swinburne University professional internship and placement program. READ MORE

31 October 2024 : Safe Container Loading & Transport Practices Seminar - Wagga Wagga
19 November 2024 : Safe Container Loading & Transport Practices Seminar - Port Adelaide 
20 November 2024 : Safe Container Loading & Transport Practices Seminar - Fremantle 
20 November 2024 : Freight quoting revolutionised presented by NAVLAB 

LOGISTICS

Australian Horticultural Trade unveils new chair Cameron Carter at annual forum

Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) member Australian Horticulture Trade (AHT), the peak industry body for Australian horticultural exporters and importers of fresh produce has announced the appointment of Seeka Australia's Cameron Carter as the organisation's new chair. Carter takes on the role from Joe Saina, who is stepping down after more than 20 years on the board including five years as vice chair and six years as chair. READ MORE

Seven days of extensive industrial action are currently underway in Brisbane and Darwin .The strikes are in the context of the the Qube / MUA enterprise bargaining. READ MORE

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

Warehouse and Depot Security Identification Card (WADSIC)

Veritas offers a comprehensive solution for customs depots and warehouse license holders to meet their WADSIC compliance obligations. By using a dedicated WADSIC portal, authorised representatives can effectively manage their personnel as prescribed in both ACN 2022/46 and ACN 2024/21.READ MORE

SEAFREIGHT

Patrick Terminal in Brisbane has announced an upcoming shutdown for yard infrastructure and system maintenance between 0700 - 2300 on Tuesday 5th November 2024 :READ MORE

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AIRFREIGHT

Starting 28 October with 5 flights per week in each direction, American Airlines will increase to daily flights from December through to the end of March.  (credit Brisbane Airport Corporation)

Qantas Freight Operations

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

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BIOSECURITY

Cargo Operations Snapshot 

28 October 2024 Report   LOGIN REQUIRED 

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) is excited to share an important update for our members, specifically those utilising the Port of Melbourne with containers destined to be unpacked in Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF) determined rural destination.
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This report lists food that has recently failed under the Imported Food Inspection Scheme (IFIS). The department target and monitor food that poses a high or medium risk to public health. They refer 100% of risk food imports until a history of compliance is established.

The department randomly refer 5% of surveillance food imports. They test for compliance to certain standards in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code and to verify safety.  READ MORE

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BORDER

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has received advice from the Australian Border Force (ABF) in relation to updates to the Border Watch program.

In response to a recent review, Border Watch will now be managed centrally which will result in changes to the way we connect. We appreciate your patience as we develop this new operating model.

The centralised management approach does mean that regional coordinator roles in each state no longer exist and that Border Watch regional mailboxes will no longer be monitored.         
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TRADE

Have you signed up for our 'How to submit your online application' webinars yet? Register now – the webinars are on  Wednesday and Thursday, 30 and 31 October 2024.
 

Join us as our EMDG experts walk you through the EMDG online application form. We'll demonstrate how to complete and submit an application online.  READ MORE

In this edition of METS News- Austrade look at;

• UAE Trade Deal

• 2024 Australian Export Award finalists

• METS opportunities in Canada & Indonesia
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Trade Data Updates Week Ending 28th October 2024

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices Update Week Ending 28th October 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.

Sponsorship prospectus is available HERE