There is no doubt that 2023 has seen the logistics and shipping landscape return to what appears to be a state of normality. Freight rates across major trade routes continue to decline to pre-pandemic levels and supply chain bottlenecks have also predominantly been restored to...
In a tripartite deal with the US and UK, Australia has announced a plan to acquire a fleet of up to eight nuclear-powered submarines, which is forecast to cost up to $368 billion between now and the mid 2050s. According to the Australian Government, this AUKUS...
Work has commenced on improving Tasmania's state road network under the $100 million Freight Capacity Upgrade Program. This program aims to increase the freight capacity of critical and regional freight routes throughout Tasmania by strengthening or replacing various bridges and improving sections of roads, ultimately increasing...
After less than a year of operation, MAERSK has announced that it will phase out its New Zealand Coastal Connect service. This will be completed over the month of April 2023. Whilst the New Zealand Coastal Connect service will be phased out Maersk has announced that...
In 2022, Australian wine exports to Southeast Asia grew by 16 per cent in value to $305 million and 56 per cent in volume to 27 million litres. Consisting of a diverse group of markets and home to more than 686 million people, the nations of...
The Federal and Victorian Government in association with the Australasian Railway Association have signed an agreement to improve the country's rail infrastructure so it can form a bigger role in the national economy while delivering more freight services. In the near future the Government will appoint...
The Australia - United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement is a step closer to the announcement of a commencement date, after the enabling legislation in the UK received Royal Assent. This historic agreement is the UK's first new trade deal signed since Brexit and will remove tariffs...
Market sentiment from rural Australian producers has fallen to its lowest level since late 2018 as producers continue to navigate a range of economic and financial uncertainties, with commodity prices, interest rates and re-emergence of drought topping the list of concerns. According to the latest Rabobank...
The supply chains of today are significantly different to the supply chains of the not too distant past. However what remains constant throughout times of change is the fact that an organisation's supply chain is not just another business function, it is a critical business...
Recently our founder and CEO Rachael Budd was interviewed by Supply Chain Partners for an in-depth discussion about How to Navigate the New World of Shipping. With lots great takeaways and tips, feel free to have a listen or watch here! ...