New live sheep export requirements
THE Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is introducing new requirements for live sheep exports to, or through, the Middle East following the finalisation of the...
Exemptions for heavy vehicle drivers at rest stops
THE Australian Health Protection Principal Committee and the National Cabinet have approved an exemption for roadhouses, dedicated truck stop facilities and truck driver lounges...
Foreign investment laws change to protect regional Australia
NEW laws around foreign investment review are designed to protect the interests of regional, rural and remote businesses during the COVID-19 crisis. All proposed foreign...
Two men charged after more than 9kg of illicit drugs seized
TWO men have been charged as part of a joint investigation into alleged importation of cocaine after 6kg of methylamphetamine and 3kg of MDMA were seized by police in Sydney’s...
Virgin Atlantic operates first ever cargo-only charter
VIRGIN Atlantic has operated its first ever cargo-only charter amidst the operational challenges brought by the COVID-19 upon the aviation industry. The VS698 from London Heathrow...
CMA CGM launches new priority boarding solution
SHIPPING company CMA CGM has launched a solution aimed at guaranteeing the successful execution of priority cargo transportation, particularly during periods of strong activity...
Hyster celebrates 60 years in Asia-Pacific
A BRAND known globally for powerful, tough and reliable lift trucks, Hyster-Yale Group, is celebrating 60 years of growth since Hyster’s establishment in Australia and ongoing...
Ports Australia calls for port recognition as essential service
PORTS Australia has been in contact with the Australian Government to discuss making ports and their personnel an “essential service” to achieve the best outcome for “the safety...
WFS joins the relief effort to help save lives in Italy
WORLDWIDE Flight Services is expediting the handling of time-sensitive materials destined for hospitals and medical centres in Italy. In recent days, this included handling cargo...
Rehab plan for Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal
THE first ever publicly available rehabilitation plan for a major coal export port terminal in Australia is delivering significant value at least 30 years in advance of the...
VTA stresses need for “exceptional hygiene”
THE VICTORIAN Transport Association has reminded members and every transport operator and business that works in freight and logistics to practice “exceptional hygiene” in order...
CBFCA cancels upcoming regional forums
IN line with government advice, the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia has issued an update on its plans for upcoming industry events. “The health and well being...
VTS solution to improve safety at fogbound Peruvian port
THE port of Callao on Peru’s main harbour will install a vessel traffic service solution from technology group Wärtsilä. Dense fog and haze are a consistent challenge for Callao’s...
VTA urges patience as supply chains respond to record demand
THE CEO of the peak industry group representing freight and logistics operators has urged patience from shoppers as transport operators nationally work overtime to help...
Relief package for Australian aviation industry
THE package involves the refunding and ongoing waiving of a range government charges on the industry including aviation fuel excise, airservices charges on domestic airline...
