ACCC calls for “targeted reform” of waterfront
AUSTRALIA's competition watchdog has called for “targeted reform” of the waterfront, reporting the nation’s stevedores were charging record high prices and making historic...
The Bradfield Bulletin - 12th December 2025
SOMEONE needs to hear this, there are only 13 days left until the big day! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been racing around trying to start (or finish!) your...
Port of Townsville welcomes luxury “city at sea”
A GRAND vessel touted the “world’s largest” privately-owned residential ship has docked at the Port of Townsville for a multi-day stay. This is The World’s fourth visit to...
Two out of three ain’t bad
THE AUSTRALIAN Maritime Safety Authority has released two container ships from long-lasting detention but a third remains unable to sail. The 1,740 TEU Hansa Homburg, at the time...
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Tasfreight looks to a digital future
MODERNISING workforce management, rostering and payroll operations is the aim of a new partnership between OneAdvanced and Tasfreight. The move aims to replace legacy paper-based...
First sods turned on long-awaited Melbourne intermodal precinct
FEDERAL and state ministers have turned the first sods on the Beveridge Intermodal Precinct on Melbourne’s northern outskirts – confirming the future Melbourne terminus of the...
EU deal must offer “level playing field”, farmers say
THE federal government must “hold its nerve” in free trade negotiations with the European Union, industry body the National Farmers Federation says. Negotiations began way back in...
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Transport innovator Bill Gibbins mourned
MANAGING director at FCL Interstate Transport Services, William (Bill) Gibbins AM, has been remembered for his contribution to the Australian supply chain and for his...
Sydney man charged over air cargo drug import
A SYDNEY man has been charged in a NSW local court for allegedly attempting to import 16kg of illegal drugs concealed in international air cargo packages. The AFP has alleged the...
Port of Melbourne tests rail shuttle incentive
THE PORT of Melbourne is testing the waters, so to speak, to assess support for a possible incentive for importers to use the Port Rail Shuttle Network to shift containers from...
Höegh to put the wind up Tasmania
A SHIPMENT of wind turbine blades is on its way to Tasmania – not by the more usual breakbulk method but onboard PCTCHöegh Sunlight. The frame-mounted, 25-metre blades, carried on...
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Global trade is expected to grow 7% in 2025, UN update says
GLOBAL trade is set to top $35 trillion in 2025 for the first time, according to UNCTAD’s final Global Trade Update of the year. The new data shows trade continued to grow during...
PacBasin re-works bunker operations for greener outcomes
THE LATE-October stalemate at the International Maritime Organisation that saw efforts to implement a Net Zero Framework postponed by 12 months has not deterred major shipping...
Port of Hastings announces new CFO
FORMER South East Water executive Kim Lamden has commenced her new role as Port of Hastings chief financial officer. The Port of Hastings Corporation (PoHC) announced on 10...
Tech execs left freight forwarders “up in arms” over fees
FRUSTRATED freight forwarders have been left without answers after meeting with WiseTech Global (WTG) executives over the firm’s controversial new billing model, which has been...
