Today is World Maritime Day, a day when every one of us should take the time to recognise and celebrate the essential contribution of the maritime industry to the world’s development and prosperity. This year is especially memorable as it coincides … [Read more...]
NSW Freight and Ports Plan – the right direction but opportunities overlooked
The NSW Freight and Ports Plan has been generally welcomed by industry groups including the Australian Logistics Council and Ports Australia as a solid start to meeting the future demands of a growing freight task. Shipping Australia recognises … [Read more...]
Joint Media Release – “Australia’s supply chain joins forces to challenge new levy”
The Australian Logistics Council, Australasian Railway Association, Ports Australia and Shipping Australia have today joined together to call for clarification of how the Biosecurity Levy, announced by the Australian Government in the Federal Budget … [Read more...]
CFMEU/MUA strike at Qube Ports Melbourne disadvantages workers and families
The MUA has called a four-day strike for Qube Ports’ workers in Melbourne and Geelong from today after demanding unsustainable pay rises and failing to negotiate a new Enterprise Agreement with Qube Ports for more than two years. Shipping … [Read more...]
Competition in Pilotage in Melbourne
International shipping is a highly competitive business, our members are accustomed to tough competition, and in principle they will always support the introduction of competition in pilotage and other services to shipping, provided that the market … [Read more...]
