A new program designed to build the supply chain recruitment pipeline and provide training in key skill gap areas, specifically targeting women and young women to help bridge the gender gap and increase diversity in the industry, has been launched in Victoria. This innovative program aims...
The NZ/UK Free Trade Agreement, which was made official on 31 May 2023, will see the tariffs removed from the majority of NZ exports, including wine and agricultural products such as honey, onion and kiwifruit. This agreement is predicted to increase NZ exports to the UK...
It was just a few years ago that the global supply chain was considered a background mechanism in business. One that was reliable, predictable and smooth in its modus operandi. However this has undeniably changed over recent times, making it increasingly clear that global logistics...
Monthly US imports continue to decrease by double-digit percentages to pre-pandemic levels. With import volumes anticipated to return to more seasonal ordering patterns, overall US imports are expected to remain below the year-ago comparison. The official import number for February of 1.55 million TEU was just...
Terminal operators are expressing concern that the decision due to be made in June by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regarding detention and demurrage billing could hurt cargo flow through the USA. With ocean liners already announcing they will cease charging detention and demurrage, terminal operators...
Whilst the latest Drewry World Container Index increased by 1% last week, it has dropped 77% compared with the same week last year. The latest Drewry WCI composite index of $1,763 per 40-foot container is now 83% below the peak of $10,377 in September 2021. The latest...
The 2023 WA state budget has allocated $136 million to projects that will increase the capacity of ports and diversify exports across the state. This funding aims to expand the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour, support the Geraldton Port Maximisation Project and upgrade roads and berth facilities...
The NZ government announced a state of emergency on the 9th of May as inclement weather caused substantial damage and road closures across the region. This heavy rainfall and flooding has disrupted shipping schedules at the port of Auckland over this last week. As of 10...
ZIM has announced it will double the frequency of Port Chalmers calls on its New Zealand to Australia (N2A) shipping service. Initially launching this call on a fortnightly basis, this increase has been made in response to demand from both importers and exporters based in New...
The Queensland government has announced a $39 million upgrade to the shipyard facilities and infrastructure at the Cairns Marine Precinct. This project, which consists of the upgrade of waterfront facilities, a road upgrade, bridge, two wharves and a common user facility, will enhance capabilities and opportunities...