NSW defers next stage PBLIS consultation

TRANSPORT for NSW has decided to delay indefinitely the second round of consultations about proposed changes to the Port Botany Landside Improvement Strategy (PBLIS) Mandatory Standards.

The department has thanked participants in the Round One consultation but says that due to the global fuel supply disruption and associated impacts on industry, it will defer Round Two consultation “for the foreseeable future.

“It is expected this postponement could be up to 12 months,” TfNSW said today [2 April].

“The existing PBLIS framework will remain in place during this period. TfNSW will continue to review feedback received through Round One consultation to inform and prepare updates for future Round Two consultation.

“Tf NSW is currently focused on keeping essential goods moving and supporting communities by easing pressure on supply chains. We acknowledge the contribution of the freight industry during this disruption and appreciate your patience and understanding as we manage this evolving situation.

“We do expect to be able to publish submissions from Round One consultation on the Ports and Maritime Administration Act and Port Botany Landside Improvement Strategy website in the near future.

Further information will be made available on the website as it becomes available and any queries can be sent to freight@transport.nsw.gov.au.”

The notification was issued by Scott Greenow,  Transport for NSW executive director freight, planning integration and passenger   and Ruth Graham,  Transport for NSW executive director transport policy, safety, policy, environment and regulation.

The PBLIS review was originally launched in November 2021 with a final report, which made 37 recommendations, published in January 2024. Implementation of all but one of the recommendations was accepted by the NSW Government to be phased in, in three groups. Round One stakeholder consultations are from 20 October to 28 November 2025.