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ANL General Rate Increases, Cancellation Charges for Bookings and COVID Isolation Rules
Features Ending Unfair Detention Fee, Capacity Squeezing Issues and Supply Chain Turbulence
The MUA has begun a series of work stoppages at Patrick Sydney and, with further action planned for the rest of the month.
Featuring PIL's Southbound Rate Restoration, Air Cargo Up 12% Compared to Pre-COVID Levels and Port Botany Fight 'Delaying Imports'
Additional "Protected Industrial Action (PIA)" by the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) has just been announced.
The congestion at Yantian Port due to COVID has already surpassed the volume of boxes held up in March at the Suez Canal.
The Australian Governemnt is implementing urgent actions to address the risk of Khapra Beetle entering Australia.
Please find below advice regarding the planned upcoming industrial action at VICT commencing on Friday 11th June to the 16th of June.
The situation continues to deteriorate as more positive COVID cases have been confirmed in Shenzhen.
Featuring GRI & Rate Restorations and BSMB conclusion.
Analysis by project44 shows that the 2M alliance of Maersk and MSC is omitting 45% of Port Calls.
MSC has advised to customers that a GRI will be implemented for all cargo originating from Australia and NZ.
MSC has advised to customers that a rate restoration will be implemented for most southbound freight.
ANL has implemented a rate restorative program effective from 1st June 2021.
Features Australian Quarantine Khapra Beetle measures, FTA with Israel and More
Increasing demand for shipping services to Australia in recent months is causing space issues.
DP World and Patrick have issued the following notices concerning Stop Work Meetings.
ABF have just released their most recent brochure regarding the Trusted Trader Program.
Maersks decision to "temporarily suspend" spot and short-term contract bookings from Asia following the Suez Canal blockage has left forwarders and NVOCCs scrambling for alternatives.
The recent Suez Canal situation could trigger a capacity plunge of up to 30%.
The buildup of empty containers in Port Botany are driving shipping rates.
In response to the Evergreen grounding problem in the Suez Canal, the following Vessel schedules have been impacted.
We would like to share with you the following updates by Hapag-Lloyd regarding the operations for all vessel services within NA.
Features Growing Logistic Challenges Internationally, Road Transport approvals by the Senate and much more!
Featuring Port Botany Congestion Surcharges and Freight Contingency Planning.
We would like to share with you the following updates by Hamburg Sud regarding operations within North America.
Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) is facing imminent industrial disruption in the face of a union agenda.
Dalian port has just announced a temporary lockdown, due to a finding of nearly 30 covid cases.
Bookings with shipping companies in Germany are currently only confirmed with departures from week 3 or 4.
COVID-19 quarantine requirements for ship crews prior to CNY 2021, South China have caused operators to announce early feeder suspensions from 5th Jan to 21st Feb 2021.
Political tensions affecting access to market has stolen headlines from our disarrayed trade supply chains.
There is an authorised Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) yard meeting for employees at DP Brisbane on Friday the 20th of November.
Features "The Inland Rail Project" and "Blanket exemption on container detention penalties".
While the Federal Government boasts about its achievements in gaining FTAs, they are failing to guarantee that we have a reliable supply chain to facilitate import and export operations.
Features the Ultima Rail Service, Dumping Duty Assessments and much more!
Hamburg Sud are advising that they regret the operations at Sydney port has not improved as expected.
Further industrial action will take place on the 23rd of October by the MUA.
Parcel Market exceeds 100BN for the first time and more
NSW Ports CEO Marika Calfas provides an update on industrial action at Port Botany
MUA announced it would immediately end industrial action at Patrick terminals in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Fremantle.
The MWA says it will use a conciliation hearing at the FWC to formally offer Patrick a peace deal ending industrial action at company container terminals.
Scott Morrison has weighed into the waterfront industrial relations dispute, saying actions by the Maritime Union were "not on".
OOCL advises that we will temporarily stop accepting new bookings for two weeks in certain areas.
The Maritime Union of Australia has addressed outstanding claims via the Fair Work Commission (FWC).
Ongoing industrial action has created a significant disruption to OOCLs South East Asia service network.
Features ABF regulations, Chain of Rules and much more!
Below are the updates received from Patrick and DP World Terminals.
These surcharges are due to significant constraints currently being experienced in the port of Sydney
There has been an escalation of industrial action at the Melbourne container terminals.
MSC has announced that it is introducing a temporary charge to compensate for costs related to the congestion and productivity situation at the port of Sydney.
Due to congestion in the port of Sydney, a Congestion Surcharge (CGS) will come into effect by MSC.
Includes Adelaide's July Container Trade High, China's Anti-Dumping Investigation and more!
The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) are recommencing protected industrial action, this time at Patrick terminals across Australia.
Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) are advising that operational conditions are at breaking point in NSW.
Includes Port of Melbourne's Response to COVID-19, Port Botany Rail Fast Track and more!
Due to excessive High Wind conditions in Sydney NSW, these terminals have been directed by the VTS to cease vessel operations
Features The Errors of Maritime Transport, The Hong Kong Australia FTA and much more!
The Victorian Government has advised of modifications to the way in which transport operators will be allowed to operate.
From the 1st of July, ANL will be imposing a rate restoration on South-East Asian cargo inbound Australian ports.
Features Port's COVID-19 Efforts Showcased, Caution over China Trade Measures and much more!
SCI OFFFICE CLOSED DATES OVER THE EASTER / ANZAC DAY HOLIDAYS 2025
MSC Rate Restoration - North East Asia to Australia Trade - 1st May 2025
OOCL Rate Restoration - North East Asia to Australia Trade - 1st May 2025
IMPACT OF NEW U.S. TARIFFS ON AUSTRALIAN TRADE
Patrick Terminal - VIC : MUA Stop Work Meeting Notice
PIL General Rate Restoration into Australia 15 April 2025
MSC Price Rate Restoration from April 15th 2025
OOCL & ANL Rate Restoration - 15th April 2025
Port of Melbourne Achieves Record Container Volume in 2024
MSC Price Announcement Southbound Rate Restoration from April 1st 2025
PIL - General Rate Restoration (GRR) into Australia wef 1 April 2025
OOCL Rate Restoration - 1st April 2025
IMPORTANT NOTICE TROPICAL CYCLONE ALFRED QLD CONTINUED UPDATE 05/03/2025
IMPORTANT NOTICE TROPICAL CYCLONE ALFRED QLD UPDATE 05/03/2025
General Rate Restoration (GRR) into Australia, 15 March 2025
Urgent Notification Import Cargo Collection - Patrick Terminal / Tropical Cyclone Alfred
IMPORTANT NOTICE TROPICAL CYCLONE ALFRED QLD UPDATE 03/03/2025
OOCL have announced Rate Restorations to be implemented 15th March 2025
MSC have announced Rate Restorations to be implemented 1st March 2025
MSC and OOCL have announced Rate Restorations to be implemented 1st March 2025
Maersk have released an update regarding a tentative agreement between ILA and USMX
Potential ILA Strike and Carrier Surcharges Impacting East and Gulf Coast Ports
The UK will officially join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on 24 December 2024.
The Indian port strikes threat has ended after a labour agreement gets the green light
MSC have announced a rate restoration to take effect 1st January 2025
OOCL have announced a rate restoration to take effect 1st January 2025
Maersk have provided an update on the ILA-USMX Negotiations
Shippers Eye Alternatives as Indian Port Workers Prepare for 'Indefinite' Strike
MSC have announced a rate restoration to be implemented from 15th December 2024
ANL have announced a rate restoration to be implemented from 15th December 2024
Hutchison Terminal will stop work on Tuesday 26 November for their AGM
OOCL have a announced rate restoration to take effect from 15th December 2024
MSC have a announced rate restoration to take effect from 1st December 2024
MSC have a announced rate restoration to take effect from 15th November 2024
OOCL have a announced rate restoration to take effect from 15th November 2024
MSC have a announced rate restoration to take effect from 1st November 2024
OOCL and ANL have announced rate restorations to take effect from 1st November 2024
The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached a tentative agreement, and work will resume effective immediately.
In order to cover expected operational disruptions at U.S. ports, as a consequence to work stoppages, strikes or other labor-related reasons,
US dockworkers began their first large-scale strike in nearly 50 years on Tuesday, after negotiations for a new labour contract broke down over wages.
OOCL are introducing a Port Congestion Surcharge from 23rd October for US East Coast and Gulf Ports
As of the 17th of February, 2020, SCI Australia has become accredited as a registered Australian Trusted Trader with the Australian Border Force.
Potential US East and Gulf Coast Port Strike: Global Supply Chain Impact
MSC Price Announcement Southbound Rate Restoration from Oct 15th
Both OOCL and ANL have announced rate restorations to take effect from 15th October
Following an earlier ban on the use, supply and manufacture of Engineered Stone, its import will be banned from 1st January.
US port strikes for 1st October now seem more likely after the White House rejects a plea to intervene.
IT issues and tunnel works are causing delays to DP World terminals
Protection measures against BMSB are in place from 1st September to 30th April.
A potential US Port Strike is brewing for 1st October 2024
A partnership has been confirmed between ONE, HMM and Yang Ming shipping lines.
MSC have announced a rate restoration from Asia to Australia and New Zealand from 15th September
OOCL / ANL | North East Asia / South East Asia to Australia Rate Restoration
North East Asia to Australia East Coast, Fremantle, Adelaide & NZ Rate Restoration
MSC Price Announcement Southbound Rate Restoration from Sept 1st
Fremantle Ports have received notice of protected industrial action from August 18
ANL - North East Asia to Australia East Coast, Fremantle, Adelaide & NZ Rate Restoration
OOCL Rate Restoration North East Asia - Australia Trade
MSC Price Announcement: Southbound Rate Restoration ex Asia to Australia and New Zealand
Businesses are set to benefit from a simplified customs process after the signing
ZIM ZAO and ZOX services will be suspended in August
MSC have announced a rate restoration from 15th August for South East Asia to Australia
Strong restrictions will be put in place to limit the number of ships from China entering Australia to combat the Novel Coronavirus.
OOCL have announced a rate restoration from 15th August for South East Asia to Australia
OOCL have announced a rate restoration for North East Asia to Australia starting 15th August
Maersk have announced changes to their Dragon service during Typhoon Season
ANL PSS will be increasing from 1st August. Maersk speak out about the Red Sea Crisis.
OOCL have announced a rate restoration for 1st August
MSC have announced a rate restoration for 1st August
The new AusTreat scheme will come into effect 1 September 2024
OOCL have announced a rate restoration for 1st July
ANL and Maersk have announced the introduction of Peak Season Surcharges.
Landside logistics operators are continuing to experience extreme congestion at DP World's West Swanson Terminal in Melbourne.
The Level Four Do Not Travel advice warning for Australians traveling to China could cause severe delays in Air Freight services.
Major carriers have repeatedly warned of the impact the Red Sea diversions are having on their services.
OOCL has announced a rate restoration for 15th June 2024
MSC has announced a rate restoration for 15 June 2024
ANL has announced a rate restoration for 15 June 2024
Forwarders are reporting that containers out of northern China are becoming difficult to get hold of.
It's a 'carrier-controlled market' as spot rates rise and capacity tightens
OOCL has announced a rate restoration for 1 June 2024
ANL has announced a rate restoration for 1 June 2024
MSC has announced a rate restoration for 1 May 2024
ANL and OOCL have announced Rate Restorations for 1 May 2024
There are potential delays at container terminals, along with concerns with border processing due to the closure of Chinese customs offices.
ANL, OOCL and MSC have announced Rate Restorations for 15 April 2024
DP World and MUA have come to an agreement, ending the industrial action.
Information on planned protests and the latest DP World PIA schedule.
Victoria International Container Terminal has reopened its landside gates.
Victoria International Container Terminal remains closed due to protests. DP World have released a further PIA schedule.
Protesters have caused the closure of Victoria International Container Terminal at Webb Dock.
DP World have released an updated schedule of industrial action through to 30 January.
The EU Emissions Trading Scheme has launched and MSC have introduced an ETS surcharge.
DP World have shared changes to the PIA schedule for 15-23 January
DP World industrial action is coming to a head with workers refusing to work morning shifts today.
Measures have been put in place and announced by the Chinese Central Government that will mean an extension to the Lunar New Year holidays across China.
DP World have noted the following impacts on road operations at WST.
OOCL have announced a Rate Restoration of $550 per TEU from 15 January 2024
OOCL have announced a Emergency Surcharge of $550 per TEU from 15 January 2024
MSC have announced a Rate Restoration of $300 per TEU from 15 January 2024
Merry Christmas from the team at SCI Australia! Here are our opening hours over the break.
Due to current conditions the international shipping industry are abandoning routes through the Red Sea, causing delays.
DP World has released a schedule for further industrial action from 23rd-31st December 2023.
DP World has announced that their industrial action has been extended to 23rd December
MSC have announced a Rate Restoration of $300 per TEU from 1 January 2024
DP World has released a schedule for further industrial action from 11th-18th December 2023.
Under seasonal measures, certain goods that can meet allocated criteria will not be subject to BMSB measures on arrival.
ANL have announced a Rate Restoration of $300 per TEU from 1 January 2024
DP World has released a schedule for further industrial action from 4th-11th December 2023.
DP World has announced that their industrial action has been extended until 4th December
The latest updates from CTAA regarding DP World terminals
The latest updates regarding planned industrial action at DP World terminals
The latest update regarding the cybersecurity incident at DP World
DP World has experienced a cybersecurity incident that is still affecting landside access
Panama Canal is experiencing significant changes due to intensifying drought conditions in the region.
Update on delays at DP World Terminals in WA caused by ongoing industrial action.
DP World terminal operations are currently being affected by ongoing industrial action by the CFMMEU.
FTA are taking action after large increases to landside fees are earmarked by DP World.
Update on delays at terminals in WA caused by DP World industrial action.
Update on delays for November at terminals in Melbourne caused by DP World industrial action.
Update on delays at terminals in Melbourne caused by DP World industrial action.
More details about industrial action at DP World Terminals.
MSC have announced a Rate Restoration of $100 per TEU from 1 November 2023
OOCL have announced a Rate Restoration of $100 per TEU from 1 November 2023
The European Commission has opted not to renew the Consortia Block Exemption Regulation (CBER) in 2024
The Maritime Union of Australia has given notice of industrial action at DP World Terminals from October 6th
PIL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$150 per TEU from 15th of October 2023.
Free Trade Agreements with Peru and Hong Kong are set to come into action in the following weeks.
OOCL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration from 15th of October 2023.
PIL and ANL have advised that there will be Rate Restorations from 15th of September 2023.
OOCL and PIL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$150 per TEU from 15th of September 2023. ANL's is US$100 per TEU.
There is the potential of a pilot strike at Port of Brisbane from Thursday 24th August 2023.
ANL and MSC have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$150 per 20' and US$300 per 40' from 1st of September 2023
OOCL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$150 per 20' and US$300 per 40' from 1st of September 2023
ANL, OOCL and PIL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$150 per 20' and US$300 per 40' from 15th of August 2023
ANL and OOCL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$150 per 20' and US$300 per 40' from 1st of August 2023
OOCL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$100 per 20' and US$200 per 40' from 15th of June 2023
ZIM have announced a Rate Restoration for shipments from Taiwan to Australia.
Patrick Terminals and DP World in Fremantle to have planned MUA stoppages in January
More Rate Restorations have been announced by ANL and PIL
Read about current opportunites presented by Australia's free trade agreements.
OOCL have advised that there will be a Rate Restoration of US$250 per 20' and US$500 per 40' from 22nd of May 2023
VICT has announced the implementation of the VGM Weight Discrepancy Fee and Reefer Temperature Discrepancy Fee effective 1st June 2023.
Please be advised that the OOCL A3X service will be temporarily suspended, until further notice.
Importers have a responsibility to ensure that the timber products they import are legally and sustainably sourced, and the DAFF has recently imposed fines to penalise non-compliant shipments.
Indian origin goods imported into Australia on or after 29-Dec 2022 are able to claim preference under ECTA subject to meeting the Rules of Origin.
The Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) will come into force from 29 December 2022.
OOCL have warned of a rate restoration from 15th December on cargo from North East Asia to Australia
The Fair Work Commission has advised that Svitzer's employee lockout will not go ahead.
Features Changes to Biosecurity Cost Recovery, WTO Dumping Dispute and more..
Svitzer Australia will lock out its 582 harbour towage employees indefinitely from 1200 AEDT Friday the 18th November.
A Covid outbreak was announced today in Ningbo City locking down the Beilun District
President Biden announced a tentative agreement between the railroads and unions after negotiations that lasted deep into the night.
A potential rail strike by conductors and engineers in the U.S. is developing, with a high likelihood of impacting trucking capacity.
Landside congestion appears to be building up around Port of Brisbane, according to Shipping Australia and Container Transport Alliance Australia.
There will be disruptions at ports across the country this morning as wharfies walk off the job in five states.
Delays due to staff retention issues at the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment are significantly adding inefficiencies and costs to importers.
The Federal Government's decision to reduce the Fuel Excise rate for a six-month period seems likely to impact Customer Fuel Levies and Surcharges on road transport.
Features BSMB Treatment Providers Scheme and IMO Surcharges
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