New inspector general of biosecurity appointed
MINISTER for agriculture David Littleproud has appointed Dr Lloyd Klumpp as the next inspector-general of Biosecurity (IGB). Dr Lloyd Klumpp Minster Littleproud said the IGB...
AMPI conference explores pathways into the future of pilotage
DAY two of the Australian Marine Pilots Institute conference explored diversification in the maritime industry, the evolution of maritime technology, and how the transition into...
Kerry Logistics posts 2021 net profit increase of 102%
Third-party logistics provider Kerry Logistics reported a robust profit growth in 2021. The company’s core net profit increased by 102% to HK$3.7 billion ($628 million), according...
Bulker crew members arrested after drug seizure
POLICE today announced the seizure of 416 kilograms of cocaine, which was found floating off the coast of the Yorke Peninsula. The drugs were allegedly thrown from a bulk carrier....
Budget highlights ports, freight, and supply chain infrastructure
THE strength of the national supply chain is a focal point of the 2022-23 Federal Budget, delivered on Tuesday evening. Port infrastructure, rail freight terminals, and export...
New research suggests freight rates will continue to surge
RESEARCH from the International Monetary Fund has found the inflammatory impacts of increasing freight rates will likely continue to build through to the end of the year and will...
Black Sea mines a threat to safety of seafarer evacuations, HRAS says
HUMAN Rights at Sea has responded to the suggestion of a safe maritime corridor to evacuate seafarers from dangerous ports and waters around Ukraine, highlighting the threat of...
Port expansion progresses at Northport NZ
NEW Zealand’s Northport has announced its intention to apply for an expansion at its eastern end, covering 13 hectares of additional container storage, handling, and...
New Texas to Vic air route supports US-Aus trade
QANTAS has announced a new route and expanded services between Melbourne and the US, which it said would boost trade with Victoria’s second-largest trade partner. A new direct...
Qube sells option to buy land for Beveridge terminal
QUBE has announced its option to buy land north of Melbourne for the development of a rail freight terminal has been sold to the National Intermodal Corporation. The Beveridge...
Drugs found in Tassie shipping container
THE Australian Border Force and Tasmania Police have launched a joint investigation following the seizure of 15 kilograms of cocaine found in a shipping container arriving at Bell...
OPINION: How to lose $46,500 in one shipment
AS A customs broker, we see and hear things that immediately alight our instincts that just don’t add up or make sense. A customs broker is licensed to undertake tasks alongside...
Strike force launched against protesters as another blocks Botany
NSW Police launched a strike force against unauthorised protests after five seperate demonstrations blocked access to Port Botany this week. For the fourth day in a row, a...
Freight forwarder expands into Brisbane
ACROSS the Ocean Shipping (ATOS) has opened an office in Brisbane. This is the company’s second office in Australia, and its fourth globally. The company’s other offices are in...
DHL Global Forwarding acquires J.F. Hillebrand for $2.2bn
DEUTSCHE Post DHL Group closed the acquisition of ocean freight forwarding specialist J.F. Hillebrand Group and its subsidiaries for €1.5 billion ($2.2 billion). The companies had...
