Transolve Global | Australia

09 Apr Revised EU customs requirements for Australian companies

Posted at 21:10h in Australia, Australian Exports, EU Customs Requirements, European Union by susan pop 0 Comments

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As of 3 June 2024, Australian businesses exporting to the European Union (EU) will need to fulfill additional data requirements. As part of the upcoming third release of the EU’s Import Control System 2 (ICS2), all cargo that is discharging, transhipping in the EU, Northern Ireland,...

18 Mar MUA and MUNZ Join Forces

Posted at 19:55h in Australia, MUA, MUNZ by susan pop 0 Comments

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The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) have announced that they will formally join forces to strengthen workers' power at ports across both nations. This formal arrangement, representing tens of thousands of maritime workers, is a natural evolution for both...

18 Mar Industrial Action Continues At DP World

Posted at 19:53h in Australia, Australian Ports, Dp World, Industrial Action, Port Disruptions by susan pop 0 Comments

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Industrial action continues to impact DP World Brisbane terminal as the Electrical Trades Union strikes for a better pay deal, with the goal of receiving the same pay increases recently negotiated by the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA). Whilst DP World is adamant there is no...

18 Mar Australian Government Introduces Biosecurity Protection Levy (BPL)

Posted at 19:51h in Australia, Biosecurity Protection Levy by susan pop 0 Comments

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The Australian Government has announced a revised model of agricultural commodity contributions to be paid towards the broader Biosecurity Protection Levy (BPL). This Levy will be introduced to help fund the cost of Australia's biosecurity activities including the maintenance of operational and technical functions, the Indigenous...

18 Mar China Announces Intention To End Wine Tariff

Posted at 19:49h in Australia, Australian Exports, China, Customs Tariff, Wine Industry by susan pop 0 Comments

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This week has seen the Chinese government release an interim recommendation that the duties on wine are no longer necessary. This recent announcement has raised hopes that the removal of the tariffs which hit peaks of 200% on wine and resulted in Australia's annual wine exports...

27 Feb Patrick Terminals Fee Increases

Posted at 12:39h in Australia, Australian Ports, Fees and Charges by susan pop 0 Comments

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Patrick Terminals has announced the below proposed fee increases which is part of its Landside and Ancillary Charges. These fees contribute to their Landside Investment Overview, which is an investment program worth $350 million aimed at supporting the provision of efficient landside service levels for...

27 Feb IFCBAA Calls For Australian Maritime Commission

Posted at 12:31h in Australia, Australian Maritime Commission, IFCBAA by susan pop 0 Comments

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The International Forwarders & Customs Brokers Association of Australia (IFCBAA) is calling for the establishment of a dedicated regulatory body: an Australian Maritime Commission. Outlined in a three-point plan, IFCBAA recommends that the regulatory body hold certain powers, which include, but are not limited to: stevedore...

27 Feb VICT Terminal Closure Notice

Posted at 12:25h in Australia, Australian Ports, Blockade, Global Trade, Port Disruptions, VICT by susan pop 0 Comments

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As at the time of publication, the Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) was forced to close on Wednesday 21st February with all bookings cancelled through to 9am Thursday 23rd February, resulting in a more challenging situation with regards to obtaining timeslots for imports, exports and...

15 Feb Australia-United Arab Emirates Free Trade Agreement

Posted at 10:54h in Australia, Australian Exports, Free Trade Agreement, Global Trade by susan pop 0 Comments

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The Australian Government will undertake trade agreement negotiations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in order to achieve a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement that will drive imports, support economic growth and increase jobs stimulus across the country. As Australia's largest trade and investment partner in the...

15 Feb Australia Border Force (ABF) Releases New By-Laws and Customs Tariff Changes

Posted at 10:53h in Australia, Australia Border Force (ABF), Customs Tariff by susan pop 0 Comments

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The ABF has released a new notice regarding tariff concessional items 16 and 41 which both pertain to a 'Free' rate of duty with regards to different categories of goods. Simply click here to view these new by-laws. In addition, the ABF has released Customs Tariff...