FTA / APSA - TRAINING

FTA have launched our final programs for the 2025-2026 CPD Border Compliance Program sessions with content delivered by an expert panel of presenters from across government and commerce. Please view the program and purchase your tickets via the links below. We recommend that you book now to receive the member early bird rate.

*** BREAKING NEWS - the response to our first up Sydney events has been staggering with record numbers - in response we have been able to open registrations to cater for our wait list by securing an upgrade to the Endeavour 1 and 2 for Saturday and the FULL Ballroom for this coming Friday. ***

SYDNEY (Novotel Hotel - Brighton Beach, Brighton Le Sands)  
Friday 4 April 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE 
Saturday 5 April 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE 

MELBOURNE (Hyatt Place Essendon Fields)
9 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE (member early bird rate closes 9 April)
10 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE (member early bird rate closes 10 April)

PERTH (Double Tree by Hilton Perth Waterfront) (member early bird rate closes 24 April)
Saturday 24 May 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE

BRISBANE (Brisbane Airport Conference Centre)
Wednesday 4 June 2025 - Program HERE / Registration HERE  (member early bird rate closes 4 May)

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. Please email Caroline at CZalai@FTAlliance.com.au if you wish to purchase a package.

Note: For licensed customs brokers, attendance at each of these events will provide 4 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points  in Stream A (CPD accreditation to be confirmed)

From evolving risk management in global trade to the increasing importance of supply chain resilience, it's clear that our industries are more interconnected than ever.

Looking forward to working together to support FTA members with expert guidance in this crucial area.

A huge thank you to: Monica Vorhauser from Argon & Co , Sharn Weston from Priestley's Gourmet Delights  and the dynamic trio from Explorate: facilitator Clare Morgans and inspirational panellists Melissa Best and Olivia Balderston.Also a big thank you to Natalie Wallace, Chris Josey, Monica Vorhauser and the rest of the SCLAA crew for a fantastic event 

FTA / APSA - ADVOCACY

Anti-Dumping Commission - Statement of Expectations

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has this morning (2 April 2025) received correspondence from David Latina (Commissioner | Anti-Dumping Commission) that the Minister for Industry and Science, the Hon Ed Husic MP, has written to him with his Statement of Expectations (SoE) for the Anti-Dumping Commission.
 
You can find a copy of the Minister's Statement of Expectations on the commission's website READ MORE

FTA/APSA Submission to the ACCC - Response to the Statement of Issues on the Proposed DP World Australia Acquisition of Silk Logistics Holdings

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have lodged a formal submission to the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) in response to its Statement of Issues regarding DP World Australia's (DPWA) proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics Holdings (Silk). READ MORE

FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

FTA / APSA - UPCOMING EVENTS

LOGISTICS

WiseTech Global expands global customs capability in Chile, Ecuador, Panama and Mexico with acquisition of Editrade S.A.

Following previous communication from Fremantle Ports regarding essential berth maintenance at Fremantle Port's container berths, please find attached the updated maintenance schedule.
 
DP World Terminal  Berth 5 Shutdown: 07 April – 14 April 2025  
Patrick Terminal Berth 9 Shutdown: 19 May – 26 May 2025  
These maintenance works are necessary to ensure ongoing safety and operational efficiency.

Westport Community Update 

• Why not Freo?

• Talking with the community about rail freight

• Sign up to rail freight consultation

• Environmental impact assessment update
  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

The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) is the designated peak shipper body granted status by the Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport under Part X of the Consumer & Competition Act to represent the interests of Australian shippers generally in relation to liner cargo shipping services. The following notice has been received and is available to members' reference.
 

1 April 2025 : Part X: Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event - for China Australia Taiwan Service (CAT) inwards and outwards

TT Talk - Legal Eagle: UK Supreme Court clarifies time bar applicability in cargo misdelivery cases

In a landmark judgment, the UK Supreme Court has provided crucial clarity on the applicability of the Hague-Visby Rules to claims for cargo misdelivery after discharge. The decision, which upheld the rulings of the lower courts, has significant implications for the interpretation of time bars in maritime law and the responsibilities of carriers post-discharge. READ MORE

Notices:

AIRFREIGHT

Pre-load Air Cargo Targeting (PACT) program for all shipments travelling by air to/through Canada - from 1 April 2025

Effective from 1 April 2025, Transport Canada (TC) will implement their Pre-load Air Cargo Targeting (PACT) program.

Like other Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) programs such as in the US and in Europe, this regulation mandates data reporting prior to departure from the last overseas port before arrival into Canada for all shipments travelling by air to/through Canada originating from a non-Canadian port. READ MORE

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

A Successful 2025 FIATA HQ Meeting!

The 2025 FIATA HQ Meeting brought together global freight forwarders, policymakers, and industry leaders in Geneva for three days of interactive workshops and discussions. The engaging workshop format fostered collaboration, knowledge sharing, and practical solutions to address key logistics challenges. READ MORE

Notices:

BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE   to review the new DAFF Biosecurity Report

BORDER

Notices:

TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 1st April 2025

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Anti-Dumping Notices Data Updates Week Ending 1st April 2025

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

Notices:
31.3.2025 : Anti-Dumping Commission Update Week Ending 28th March 2025 ... login required

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 

1.1.2025:  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