Victoria has announced a new Freight Plan that outlines key actions aimed at cutting emissions, boosting innovation and improving efficiency across Victoria's freight network. This plan establishes a clear direction for decarbonising the freight sector, improving infrastructure, and supporting smarter, more sustainable freight movements across the...
The Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) at the Port of Melbourne has enhanced its biodiversity protection technology through updated processes. VICT launched its rural tailgate inspection process late 2024 as a contribution to protecting Victoria's biodiversity at the Port of Melbourne and is now also able...
The South Australian Government has announced a $3.9 million support package for local wine exporters over the next two years. The program, which will be developed in partnership with the South Australian wine industry, will focus on delivering strong commercial outcomes and building South Australia's recognition...
Ports Australia has been nominated for the prestigious International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) Sustainability Awards. The IAPH Awards, run through the World Ports Sustainability Program, celebrate projects that contribute meaningfully to the long-term resilience, sustainability and innovation of the global ports sector. This nomination recognises...
Australia has assumed the Chair of the International Grains Council (IGC). The IGC constitutes 29 countries and encourages transparency and international cooperation in global grains' trading. As Chair, Australia will lead discussions on global grain trade and explore issues such as promoting rules-based trade, removing barriers...
The 2025 Australian winegrape crush is estimated to be 1.57 million tonnes, 160,000 tonnes (11 percent) more than the 2024 crush, but 140,000 tonnes below the 10-year average of 1.71 million tonnes. The 2025 crush equates to around 1.1 billion litres of wine, which is in...
The Australian government has announced an additional $1.1 million boost to the $3.5 million Grape and Wine Sector Long-term Viability Support Package, aimed at supporting the resilience of the sector following the oversupply of red wine. This funding will support additional international market access and trade...
With the Federal election over, the Australian federal government has announced its intention to continue negotiations with the US to reduce or remove the tariffs imposed on US imports of Australian products. This includes discussions around the baseline tariff, the current tariffs of 25% on Australian...
With the recent election outcome in Australia, various industry groups have called for a focus on decarbonisation, industrial relations and data security from the re-elected Albanese government. Issues identified as imperative include the need for ministerial stability in the transport, infrastructure and trade portfolio, visa certainty...
The NSW Ports Quayline Equalisation Project will provide equivalent quayline length for each container stevedore company operating at Port Botany, as currently only two of Port Botany's container terminals can berth three longer vessels, while the third container terminal can only berth three shorter vessels. This...