COMMENT: Background to MSQ isolation directive
THIS week I issued a Direction to all international trading vessels entering Queensland’s ports. My Direction will mean that a 14-day isolation period must be observed since...
Truck curfews lifted in Victoria to create greater heavy vehicle access
THE Victorian government has lifted curfews on heavy vehicles throughout the state in an effort to help overcome coronavirus-related supply shortages. Demand for household goods...
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...
Toll reports progress on Webb Dock deal
TOLL Group has reported reaching an “in-principle” agreement with the Maritime Union regarding a new deal for workers employed at Webb Dock. A dispute over the terms of a new...
SAL raises alarm over Queensland coronavirus conditions
TIGHT new conditions for commercial ships entering Queensland ports have led to concerns they may impede the delay of crucial supplies. Maritime Safety Queensland this week banned...
Queensland brings in new laws so supermarkets can re-stock around the clock
CHANGES have been announced by the Queensland government to help ensure supermarkets stay stocked to deal with unprecedented demand for groceries. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk...
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...
Hong Kong exporter confidence falls, as virus and trade tensions take their toll
CONFIDENCE among Hong Kong’s exporters has fallen to its lowest level, in the context of coronavirus, softening global demand and ongoing trade tension between the US and Mainland...
MV Pamela visits Melbourne
LAST weekend the vessel MSC Pamela arrived at Patrick Terminals, East Swanson Dock, Melbourne. With 9,200 TEU capacity, the Panama-flagged Pamela (IMO 9290531) is one of the...
ABF announces “self-isolation” requirement for commercial vessels
ON 15 March the Australian government announced people entering Australia from 0001 AEDST 16 March 2020 must do a precautionary self-isolation period for up to 14 days upon entry...
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...
RBA pledges further measures to combat coronavirus economic impact
RESERVE Bank Governor Philip Lowe says he is ready to take further action to support the Australian economy, as coronavirus takes its toll on business and trading. In a statement...
NSW announces $2.3bn economic stimulus
THE New South Wales government has announced a $2.3bn economic stimulus and health package in the face of the coronavirus. This package provides $700m in extra health funding and...
Transhipment vessel to boost Eyre Peninsula grain trade
A PROJECT aimed at giving South Australian farmers a new way of shipping grain to global markets is closer after the delivery of a transhipment vessel. The purpose-built...
New funding for bridges and heavy vehicle safety
COMMUNITIES affected by the recent bushfires will be assessed as a priority under Round 5 of the federal government’s Bridges Renewal Program and Round 7 of the Heavy Vehicle...
