“Ice” found in ice-cream making machine
THE Australian Border Force has reported the case of methamphetamine or ice being found in an ice-cream making machine brought to Australia. On 8 May 2020, a sea cargo container...
More inbound freight rate rises from Asia, Europe
MEDITERRANEAN Shipping Company is the latest carrier to announce rate changes, with increases for all container cargoes from Asia to Australia and New Zealand. From 1 October...
Study calls for immediate COVID-19 vaccine delivery planning
LOGISTICS and supply chain specialist DHL has released a study, developed with McKinsey & Company, on securing a stable supply chain for vaccines and medical goods during COVID-19...
Works program to increase diversified cargo at Mackay
THE Queensland government has unveiled its latest capital program for the port of Mackay with $17m in infrastructure projects over the next 12 months. The projects include...
Cattle ship capsize confirmed; only one known survivor
THE only known survivor of the cattle ship Gulf Livestock 1 has confirmed the vessel capsized in waters off south-western Japan early on Wednesday morning after suffering main...
Seafarers recognised on Merchant Navy Day
THE significant and invaluable contribution merchant seafarers make to Australia’s economy and society, both during wartime and at peace, is being recognised today on Merchant...
BMSB season commences with bugs in the system
THE Freight & Trade Alliance has provided advice on an issue being experienced by the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment as the brown marmorated stink bug season...
Locals await fate after global Maersk shake-up
MAERSK is embarking on a massive global re-organisation that will see two historic group brands disappear, greater consolidation of back-office services and, according to overseas...
DHL Express’ unveils new Sydney service centre
LOCATED within the Goodman Airgate Business Park in Mascot, DHL Express Australia’s new service centre is well positioned for access to Sydney Airport and key arterial...
Urgent actions to address invasive pest
THE Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment will commence the first phase of its plan to combat the khapra beetle (Trogoderma granarium) on 3 September. The Freight &...
Ports of Auckland to implement Containerchain solution
PORTS of Auckland, has signed a 10-year contract to implement the Containerchain Terminal Solution, consisting of its notifications vehicle booking system and eGate/Driver...
Global groups collaborate on better container safety
FIVE industry groups and associations are co-operating on a range of activities to further the adoption and implementation of crucial safety practices throughout the global supply...
Port of Tauranga results show resilience
PORT of Tauranga, New Zealand’s largest port, has reported group net profit after tax of $90m on 24.8m tonnes of trade. Despite the ongoing disruption caused by the COVID-19...
Blockchain to give Aussie dairy competitive edge
MINISTER for agriculture David Littleproud has announced the first phase of a Blockchain and Traceability Framework for Australian dairy farmers. The project delivers on an...
COVID-19 and the impact upon global trade
A NEW “information note” published by the WTO Secretariat highlights how trade in goods and services has been affected by border closures and travel restrictions linked to the...
