Joint rescue operation off Christmas Island shows Australia’s search and rescue capability
THE AUSTRALIAN Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has successfully coordinated a complex search and rescue operation approximately 1,000 kilometres east-south-east of Christmas...
Transport industry leaders honoured at AFI Awards
AUSTRALIA’s freight and logistics industry has recognised a new generation of leaders driving workplace safety, technology innovation, sustainability and workforce development,...
Baltic Exchange Weekly Report - 4 September 2026
THE BALTIC Dry Index (BDI) ended last week at 3628 points for 4 September 2026, up from 28 August's figure of 3186 Capesize The market enjoyed a notably bullish week, recovering...
SPOTLIGHT ON: Freight forwarder of the year award
RECOGNITION of “incredible work by our team” was how Whale Logistics reflected upon their achievement of winning Freight Forwarder of the Year at last year’s DCN Australian...
World Container Index – 3 September 2026
THE DREWRY World Container Index (WCI), remained stable at $4,465 per 40ft container, as the increase in Transpacific trade routes was offset by a decrease in the Asia–Europe...
ALC sets six supply chain priorities for Victorian election
THE AUSTRALIAN Logistics Council (ALC) is asking every party contesting the Victorian election to commit to six practical priorities that would strengthen the state's supply...
Survey shows strong cruise visitor sentiment in Newcastle
CRUISE passenger sentiment in Newcastle remained strong through the 2025-26 season, with new survey data pointing to high satisfaction levels and a strong likelihood of return...
SPOTLIGHT ON: Seafarers Welfare Award
THE SEAFARERS Welfare Award is a much-anticipated honour, reflecting those who contribute to the betterment of mariners who work in sometimes difficult conditions. 2026 Sponsor...
Pacific Maritime Pilots Conference & Workshop Nuku’alofa, Tonga
FUNDAMENTAL elements of professional pilotage were focal points for the third Pacific Maritime Pilots Conference & Workshop, held in Nuku’alofa, Tonga between 3 and 6 August....
Southern Ports seeks to develop local talent through early career development
FOUR early-career opportunities at the Port of Esperance have opened to applicants, with Southern Ports advertising three apprenticeships and one business administration...
GV Link precinct strengthens regional freight connections
CONSTRUCTION of the Goulburn Valley Link Freight Precinct has been completed, following a $22.5 million upgrade aimed at improving freight efficiency and supporting economic...
Baltic Exchange Weekly Report - 28 August 2026
THE BALTIC Dry Index (BDI) ended last week at 3186 points for 28 August 2026, up from 21 August's figure of 2841. Capesize The market maintained a broadly positive trajectory...
Port of Brisbane facility achieves six-star Green Star rating
THE NEW Electrolux Distribution and Experience Centre at Port of Brisbane's Port West Industrial Estate Stage 2 has achieved a six-star Green Star rating, the highest available...
World Container Index – 27 August 2026
THE DREWRY World Container Index (WCI), decreased 1% to $4,473 per 40ft container, driven by lower rates on the Transpacific and Asia–Europe trade routes. Source: Drewry World...
AMC, PONANT Explorations partnership approaches one year milestone
This October, PONANT Explorations and the Australian Maritime College (AMC) will mark the first anniversary of their partnership, which has provided navigation and engineering...
