MUA, Sydney Ferries remain in dispute
THE MARITIME Union has declared “free travel” on Sydney Ferries from now [11 September] until 6 October, but Transport for NSW has warned such a move sits outside the permitted...
Birdon to supply next generation vessels for Australian Army
PORT Macquarie shipbuilder, Birdon is supplying three next-generation Bridge Erection Boats (BEBs) to the Australian Army, building on a program developed for the army more than...
Vopak cleared for Port Botany expansion
VOPAK Terminals Sydney has received approval from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for the acquisition of leasehold land for the expansion of its Botany...
Port simulation, El Niño & seafarer shortage discussed at PANSW forum
A LIVE port scheduling simulation, the impact of El Niño and a projected shortfall of 114,000 seafarer officers were among topics discussed at the Port Authority of NSW’s Safe and...
Survey shows strong cruise visitor sentiment in Newcastle
CRUISE passenger sentiment in Newcastle remained strong through the 2025-26 season, with new survey data pointing to high satisfaction levels and a strong likelihood of return...
Sydney Ferries workers harbouring resentment
MUA members employed by Transdev-operated Sydney Ferries will stop work for five hours tomorrow [2 September] claiming the company has failed to deliver “a fair and sustainable...
Workers at Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group down tools
HIGHLY skilled waterfront and electrical workers at Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group (NCIG), Kooragang Island, have taken protected industrial action (PIA) for the first time...
UGL Transport extends maintenance agreement with One Rail
UGL Transport has renewed its maintenance agreement with One Rail Australia, extending a partnership that has supported freight operations on Australia’s east coast for more than...
NSW Ports achieves record on-dock port rail movement of containerised goods
A RECORD 504,000 TEUs was moved by rail directly through Port Botany’s container stevedore terminals, achieving a 19% rail mode share in financial year 2026, and becoming the...
ANL Gippsland to set DP World record at Port Botany
ANL GIPPSLAND docked at a very sunny Port Botany on Friday (14 August), on track to set a new container exchange record at the DP World terminal. The vessel is expected to...
Svitzer backs seafarer appeal
SVITZER Australia is supporting Mission to Seafarers Sydney’s Father’s Day Appeal with two tug boat experiences, giving supporters the chance to see Port Botany and Sydney Harbour...
Two charged over alleged methamphetamine import via sea freight
TWO men have appeared before the NSW Bail Division Court charged over their alleged roles in the importation of 13kg of methamphetamine from Germany. The investigation began after...
External administrator appointed for ACFS Port Logistics
ACFS Port Logistics has been placed in external administration. The development follows a number of applications to wind up the business including by the Australian Taxation...
TAFE NSW takes Dominic from school to Sydney harbour skipper
A PASSION for the water has helped 21-year-old Roselands local Dominic Bruno become one of the youngest skippers at Captain Cook Cruises, showcasing the career opportunities...
FedEx announces China – Sydney service
GLOBAL freight giant FedEx Express has announced the introduction of a non-stop service between its Asia-Pacific hub in Guangzhou, China, and Sydney, seeking to strengthen market...
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