Category: Alert

Fremantle Traffic Bridge Closure – What It Means for Your Freight (From February 2026)

From February 2026, the Fremantle Traffic Bridge will close for approximately 12 months, creating significant and ongoing impacts across the Fremantle port precinct and surrounding road network. This is not a short-term disruption. It will affect container transport, delivery schedules, empty container returns, and overall supply

Client Update: West Gate Tunnel Opening & New Toll Impacts on Victorian Freight Movements

From Sunday, 14 December 2025, the long-anticipated West Gate Tunnel officially opens, introducing a revised tolling structure across key freight routes in Victoria. The Victorian Government and Transurban have confirmed that all commercial heavy vehicles will now be subject to updated toll charges, including travel via the West Gate Bridge and surrounding arterial

Heads Up: Landside Charges Increasing in the New Year

As we head into the New Year, we want to provide our customers with early notice of upcoming increases to landside-related charges across Australian ports. Over recent months, industry bodies including Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have circulated formal

China Tightens Export Rules on Advanced Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

China has unveiled new export restrictions covering certain lithium-ion battery technologies, materials, and production equipment. Taking effect on November 8, 2025, the policy is expected to influence global supply chains and international trade in advanced battery components. Under the updated regulations, companies exporting high-performance lithium-ion products

Fremantle Traffic Bridge Closure – What It Means for Importers & Exporters

Fremantle Traffic Bridge Closure – What It Means for Your Shipments The WA Government has confirmed that the Fremantle Traffic Bridge will close in early 2026 for reconstruction, with works expected to take around 12 months. Since Fremantle is the main port handling containerised trade for

Reminder: Golden Week 2025 – Plan Ahead for Smooth Shipping

In 2025, China’s Golden Week holiday will run from Wednesday, October 1 to Wednesday, October 8, creating an extended eight-day break. This year, the National Day holiday coincides with the Mid-Autumn Festival, meaning even greater travel volumes, increased demand on transport systems, and reduced operational capacity

Lumpy Skin Disease Outbreak in Italy & France

A recent outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) has been reported in Sardinia, Italy and the Savoie region, France. While LSD poses no risk to human health, it is a serious concern for livestock due to how rapidly it spreads and the financial impact it has

Severe Weather Disruptions in Sydney Impacting Shipping, Ports, and Air Travel

Tuesday, 1 July 2025 — Sydney, Australia Sydney is currently experiencing widespread disruptions to shipping, port operations, and air travel as a severe weather system—classified as a “bomb cyclone”—impacts the New South Wales coastline. A vigorous coastal low-pressure system is generating destructive winds reaching up to

🚨 Industry Alert: Cargo Fire Incident Raises Urgent Safety Concerns for Global Trade

Earlier this month, a container vessel operating in the Indian Ocean caught fire and began listing dramatically—ultimately leaving four crew members unaccounted for and the vessel engulfed in flames. While official investigations are still underway, early reports suggest the cause may be linked to misdeclared or

Trade Disruption 2025: What Australian Importers & Exporters Need to Know

Recent global trade developments are sending shockwaves through international supply chains, with significant implications for Australian businesses. For those reliant on overseas freight and exports, understanding the impact of these shifts — particularly from the U.S. — is crucial to staying ahead. Trade Shockwaves from the