New tobacco bill set to pass parliament
NEW legislation governing the tobacco trade is seemingly set to become law after the Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee recommended its passing without amendment....
ALC event focuses on government and industry cooperation
CLOSER cooperation between government and industry was the focus of the Australian Logistics Council’s Government Dialogue event held in Canberra this week. The dialogue brought...
Cruise ship sector told to protect crews
THE Maritime Union says it remains concerned about the potential for abuse, coercion, and manipulation for those working in the cruise sector, following the decision by the...
India emerges as key Aussie cotton market, shippers say
INDIA emerged as Australia’s largest cotton export destination during the month of August, a new report shows. According to the latest market report from the Australian Cotton...
Presentations focus on Melbourne’s maritime journey
A PUBLIC discussion organised by the Association for Waterborne Infrastructure (PIANC) has heard about the origins of the Port of Melbourne and the changing roles of marine pilots...
Tech beats tariffs as global trade accelerates, DHL research says
RESEARCH from freight giant DHL says the artificial intelligence boom has become “a powerful driver of global trade”, exceeding tariffs and geopolitical shocks as a factor. The...
Green Triangle plan needs funding and delivery dates, ALC says
THE GOVERNMENTS of Victoria and South Australia need to provide a construction timetable for Green Triangle Freight Action Plan announced this week, the Australian Logistics...
CMA CGM selects Wärtsilä engines for lower-emission operations
TECHNOLOGY group Wärtsilä is to supply 36 Wärtsilä 34DF dual fuel engines for 12 new 18,000 TEU container vessels being built for CMA CGM at the Jiangnan Shipyard in China. The...
Ports praised for GRESB sustainability efforts
KEY Australian ports in Victoria and New South Wales have been praised for their efforts towards sustainability, as part of the 2026 GRESB Infrastructure Asset Assessment....
Logistics report highlights role of the ‘chief supply chain officer’
THE rise of the chief supply chain officer (CSCO) reflects a broader transformation in international business, a new report prepared by the Global Trade Advisory states. Entitled...
Favourable winds and tide assist Brisbane oil spill response
FAVOURABLE wind, sun and tidal conditions have helped those tasked with responding to the Port of Brisbane fuel oil spill. Maritime Safety Queensland is continuing to lead “a...
Government confirms cruise industry Coastal Trading Act exemption
AN EXEMPTION from the Coastal Trading Act for the cruise industry has been extended until the end of 2028, the Australian government says. In a statement, infrastructure and...
Authorities move to clean up Brisbane oil spill
MARITIME Safety Queensland says it is leading “a coordinated response” to an oil fuel spill involving the container ship Sofrana Surville (IMO 9408372) at the Port of Brisbane,...
AMSA announces shore leave changes for visiting seafarers
CHANGES have been announced to laws affecting seafarers visiting Australian ports. The notice 2026/02 - Access to shore leave for seafarers supersedes the previous notice 2024/07....
ANL celebrates 70 years as “Aussie shipping icon”
SHIPPING line ANL has celebrated its 70th anniversary this week, using the occasion to reflect upon its role in moving goods between Australia and key markets in Asia, Oceania and...
