August 2020 Newsletter
Includes Port of Melbourne’s Response to COVID-19 Port Botany Rail Fast Track and more!
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NSW High Winds Force Terminal Closures
Due to excessive High Wind conditions in Sydney NSW these terminals have been directed by the VTS to cease vessel operations
October 2020 Newsletter
Parcel Market exceeds 100BN for the first time and more
NSW Ports CEO Update
NSW Ports CEO Marika Calfas provides an update on industrial action at Port Botany
MUA Ends Industrial Action at Patrick Terminals
MUA announced it would immediately end industrial action at Patrick terminals in Sydney Melbourne Brisbane and Fremantle.
PM Weighs Into Waterfront Stouch
Scott Morrison has weighed into the waterfront industrial relations dispute saying actions by the Maritime Union were “not on”.
OOCL and ONE Booking Suspension in Sydney
OOCL advises that we will temporarily stop accepting new bookings for two weeks in certain areas.
Patrick Apply to FWC for Outstanding Waterside Worker Dispute
The Maritime Union of Australia has addressed outstanding claims via the Fair Work Commission (FWC).
Protected Industrial Actions – Terminal Activity Updates
Below are the updates received from Patrick and DP World Terminals.
Port Sydney – Cost Recovery & Port Congestion Surcharges
These surcharges are due to significant constraints currently being experienced in the port of Sydney
Patrick Terminal VIC – 24hr stoppage at East Swanson Dock
There has been an escalation of industrial action at the Melbourne container terminals.
Port Botany Delivering a “Third World” Service
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.
MSC – Sydney Port Congestion Surcharge
Due to congestion in the port of Sydney a Congestion Surcharge (CGS) will come into effect by MSC.
September 2020 Newsletter
Includes Adelaide’s July Container Trade High China’s Anti-Dumping Investigation and more!
Patrick Terminals Industrial Action Across Australia
The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) are recommencing protected industrial action this time at Patrick terminals across Australia.
Sydney Empty Container Parks – Need For Serious Reform
Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) are advising that operational conditions are at breaking point in NSW.
Further Restrictions to Wharf Carriers – COVID-19
The Victorian Government has advised of modifications to the way in which transport operators will be allowed to operate.
ANL South East Asia – July 2020
From the 1st of July ANL will be imposing a rate restoration on South-East Asian cargo inbound Australian ports.
Accredited Australian Trusted Trader
As of the 17th of February 2020 SCI Australia has become accredited as a registered Australian Trusted Trader with the Australian Border Force.
June 2020 Newsletter
Features Port’s COVID-19 Efforts Showcased Caution over China Trade Measures and much more!