Austal Australia launches 118-metre trimaran ferry
AUSTAL Limited announced that Austal Australia has successfully launched Hull 394, the first of two 118 metre high-speed trimaran ferries currently under construction for Fred...
Pilbara ports makes strong start to the year, now faced with cyclone
PILBARA Ports Authority’s cyclone response procedure has been activated in response to Cyclone Damien which is expected to hit the West Australian coast on Saturday. It issued a...
Launch of service to address seafarer isolation
AN Australian-first initiative to provide a WIFI signal and internet access for visiting seafarers on ships visiting Australian ports called “Seafarer Connect” has been launched...
New Australian pulley manufacturer and refurbisher sets up
NSW-based Brain Industries has launched its new range of custom designed conveyor pulleys including drive pulleys and non-drive pulleys. Brain’s managing director, Gillian...
Economic recovery group to tackle impacts of Coronavirus
QUEENSLAND Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced the formation of an Economic Functional Recovery Group to help combat the impact of coronavirus. “The impact of this health...
Littleproud confirmed as ag minister
David Littleproud has been confirmed as the new agriculture minister following this week’s leadership spill in the federal National Party. He returns to a portfolio he has held...
FedEx changes to benefit trans-Tasman customers
FEDEX Express, a subsidiary of FedEx express transportation company, has enhanced its service in the trans-Tasman lane to strengthen its customer offerings. FedEx customers will...
Cruise sector monitoring virus threat
THE Australian cruise sector is working to stay abreast of developments regarding coronavirus, Australian Cruise Association chief executive Jill Abel says. “We are continuously...
Enhanced screening announced for ships from China
FEDERAL authorities say ships from China will face added scrutiny in coming days as part of efforts to prevent an outbreak of coronavirus in Australia. A spokesperson for the...
Jujube fruit importations recommended
A REPORT from the Department of Agriculture has recommended imports of fresh jujube fruit from China be permitted provided biosecurity import conditions are met. Jujube has been...
Cyber incident a "ransomware" attack, Toll confirms
A CYBER security incident that has hit Toll Group is a ransomware attack, the company has confirmed. The incident first came to light late last week. “We can confirm the cyber...
McCormack defeats Joyce for Nats leadership
MICHAEL McCormack has defeated a challenge from Barnaby Joyce for the position of leader of the federal National Party. The outcome means Mr McCormack will remain Deputy Prime...
Minister quits over sports rorts saga
BRIDGET McKenzie has resigned as both agriculture minister and Deputy Leader of the Nationals, following weeks of scrutiny over her funding allocations during her term as sports...
New chair for NSW Ports
NSW Ports has announced board chairman Paul McClintock AO will step down next month after more than six-and-a-half years. Replacing him will be Patricia McKenzie, who comes to the...
Western Sydney’s “Harbour Bridge” open to public
A NEW bridge at Western Sydney International as wide as the Sydney Harbour Bridge is open to motorists as the first phase of construction on Sydney’s new airport comes to an end....
