Protected industrial action at DP World Fremantle
STEVEDORE DP World Australia has issued a notice confirming protected action by the Maritime Union at its Fremantle terminal. “We regret the Maritime Union of Australia has given...
Two charged after $3.5m in ephedrine seized
DETECTIVES have charged two men as part of investigations into the alleged importation of more than $3.5 million worth of ephedrine hidden in vehicle parts. Officers from...
ACCI CEO to resign
AUSTRALIAN Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Ray Sputore has announced the resignation of CEO James Pearson. Mr Sputore said James will end his tenure with ACCI on 9...
Shipping lines deploy sweepers
OCEAN shipping lines are deploying sweeper and extra-loader vessels to Australia “at a high financial cost” to help clear the empty container build-up, Shipping Australia says. In...
Sextant guides Aussie maritime expert to high honours
AN INNOVATIVE product called ‘The Modern Sextant’ was the winning entry in the International Harbour Masters Association ‘pitching’ competition. The entry was from Nick ‘Crummy’...
LINX and Höegh extend partnership
LINX Port Services has announce the continuation of a partnership with Höegh Autoliners for another five years. This relationship reflects what the parties say is “a positive...
TWU sounds alarm over truck delays at Victorian border
CHRISTMAS stocks face delays owing to delays at the New South Wales – Victorian border, the Transport Workers’ Union is warning about delays to stock for Christmas as trucks again...
Big coin to be spent on national infrastructure
THE Australian Logistics Council has welcomed $225bn national commitment to infrastructure projects from state governments, to be delivered over the next four years The 2020...
New trade minister announced
DAN Tehan has been announced as the new federal trade minister, replacing Simon Birmingham, Senator Birmingham has earned a promotion, taking over the finance portfolio....
Doug Anthony remembered for his passion for trade
A MAN of significant conviction who expanded trade with Japan and China is how the late Doug Anthony has been remembered. The former deputy prime minister and National...
Federal government invests $44m into Narrabri to Turrawan rail upgrade
INDUSTRY body the Australian Logistics Council has welcomed the government’s announcement it will invest $44.7m for the Australian Rail Track Corporation to upgrade 35km of the...
Senate releases report into shipping industry
THE Senate has released a report into the policy, regulatory, taxation, administrative and funding priorities for Australian shipping. The report was prepared for the Rural and...
Hutchison on the back foot with “appalling landside service” claims
STEVEDORE Hutchison Container Terminals has defended its performance record following claims it has been caught short during the peak season freight surge. Container Transport...
Safety recommendations following freight train derailment
THE importance of rail safety systems has been emphasised following a freight train derailment in northern Victoria early last year. On 21 January 2019, a freight train with two...
Newcastle seeks mobile harbour crane EOIs
PORT of Newcastle has called for expressions of interest for the supply of two mobile harbour cranes as part of what management says is a “long-term diversification program”. The...
