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More Russian vessels sanctioned by NZ

More Russian vessels sanctioned by NZ

The New Zealand Government has expanded the scope of sanctions imposed on Russian interests, adding...

Maritime single window funds a budget highlight

13 May, 2026
AN ALLOCATION of $47.1m for the so-called maritime single window was among the highlights in the 2026-27 budget for shipping and logistics. The maritime single window is a digital reporting...
Maritime single window funds a budget highlight

China rates climb slows

12 May, 2026
FREIGHT rates on Australia’s premier trade route from China have slowed their recent rapid rise but are continuing to climb just the same. The SCFI (mean spot rate) for Shanghai-Sydney for...
China rates climb slows

Vroon sells Livestock Express

12 May, 2026
ONE of the most prominent names in sheep and cattle transport, Livestock Express, has been sold by Dutch owners Vroon to Australian agribusiness Heytesbury. The agreement, announced...
Vroon sells Livestock Express

Strait of Hormuz remains concern for Australian fertiliser importers

11 May, 2026
THE Strait of Hormuz remains a key concern for global nitrogen markets with reports about 20 fully loaded urea vessels destined for Australia remain stranded in the Persian Gulf, the...
Strait of Hormuz remains concern for Australian fertiliser importers

Boost for meat exports to Indonesia

11 May, 2026
THE approval of five additional export beef establishments to supply the Indonesia market represents “another big win for Australia’s red meat industry”, federal agriculture minister Julie...
Boost for meat exports to Indonesia

AI debate: Forwarders call for clearer framework

CLEAR legal and operational parameters are required for the use of AI in customs broking and freight forwarding, the International Forwarders and Customs Brokers Association of Australia...
AI debate: Forwarders call for clearer framework
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Hapag-Lloyd, K&N strike green fuel deal

2 mins read
GERMAN giants Hapag-Lloyd and Kuehne+Nagel are further strengthening their long-standing...
Hapag-Lloyd, K&N strike green fuel deal

September dredging for Port Hedland bypass channel

2 mins read
PILBARA Ports has received Environmental Protection Authority approval to create a bypass channel...
September dredging for Port Hedland bypass channel

Mid West Ports a winner with every drop

GERALDTON’S Mid West Ports Authority has won Western Australia's 2026 Platinum Waterwise Business...
Mid West Ports a winner with every drop

Understand fuel surcharges, businesses urged

3 mins read
BUSINESSES that withhold fair fuel surcharges, whether due to inertia, confusion, or deliberate...
Understand fuel surcharges, businesses urged

Supply chain risks to Australia's renewable energy goals

2 mins read
SUPPLY chain dependencies and fragmented policy settings are constraining progress towards greater...
Supply chain risks to Australia's renewable energy goals

PIL on the green in two

3 mins read
PACIFIC International Lines (PIL) is moving to enhance its green credentials with two initiatives,...
PIL on the green in two
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Hapag-Lloyd, K&N strike green fuel deal

2 mins read
GERMAN giants Hapag-Lloyd and Kuehne+Nagel are further strengthening their long-standing...
Hapag-Lloyd, K&N strike green fuel deal

September dredging for Port Hedland bypass channel

2 mins read
PILBARA Ports has received Environmental Protection Authority approval to create a bypass channel...
September dredging for Port Hedland bypass channel

Mid West Ports a winner with every drop

GERALDTON’S Mid West Ports Authority has won Western Australia's 2026 Platinum Waterwise Business...
Mid West Ports a winner with every drop

Understand fuel surcharges, businesses urged

3 mins read
BUSINESSES that withhold fair fuel surcharges, whether due to inertia, confusion, or deliberate...
Understand fuel surcharges, businesses urged

Supply chain risks to Australia's renewable energy goals

2 mins read
SUPPLY chain dependencies and fragmented policy settings are constraining progress towards greater...
Supply chain risks to Australia's renewable energy goals

PIL on the green in two

3 mins read
PACIFIC International Lines (PIL) is moving to enhance its green credentials with two initiatives,...
PIL on the green in two

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