Software solutions provider OneStop has announced its latest collaboration with ACFS Port Logistics, with an upcoming integration of the e-Depot and e-Rail Appleton facilities in Victoria. This collaboration will deliver more efficient container transactions by harnessing the power of OneStop Modal and the Vehicle Booking System...
Stage two of NSW Ports' On-Dock Rail Investment Program at Port Botany is due to commence in the upcoming months, enhancing Sydney's rail capacity and freight supply chains. This program, worth nearly $400 million, sees DP World and the NSW Ports co-invest to develop a new...
The turn of the calendar year is the optimal time for a retrospective review of landside port charges and the changes that have impacted businesses operating across the supply chain landscape. According to recent statistics, landside port charges have been on a consistent upward trend over...
The Port of Newcastle has expanded its trade offerings, handling over 2,500 passenger and heavy vehicles during the Christmas and New Year period. This follows its October approval by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) as a first point of entry for passenger...
The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) has notified Qube Ports of further protected industrial action for participating members at the Port of Brisbane in response to stalled negotiations amid the expiration of the last employment agreement. The industrial action will involve a total of 168 consecutive...
A new direct freight service between Shanghai and Fremantle ports is set to boost trade between Western Australia and China, its largest trading partner, reducing shipment time from 30 days to 14 days. This new “direct” route effectively removes the need to discharge cargo at the...
The premier of Western Australia has announced a $273 million investment that will advance the Westport project into its planning phase, marking a major milestone for its development. This announcement coincides with the release of the Westport Business Case Summary, which recommends relocating container trade to...
Last month the Chinese-leased Darwin Port signed a "friendly cooperation" agreement with Shenzhen Port in Southern China to support a closer relationship and boost trade opportunities. This non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aims to increase trade links between both strategic maritime gateways, boost trade opportunities and...
The Port of Melbourne has signed a new renewable Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) as it progresses along its path to sustainability via the usage of renewable energy. As of 1st July 2024, the Port of Melbourne now obtains over 60% of its electricity needs from renewable...
Terminals across Australia are operating in adherence to schedules, with only minor delays being experienced in certain locations: Patrick Terminals are experiencing minimal delays of 0.5 days in Brisbane and Melbourne, with an average one-day delay in Sydney and two days in Melbourne. DP World...