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Modal shift also needs a change of approach
Leading logistics figures have called for an overhaul of what they see as outdated operational and pricing limitations which have contributed to congestion and added unnecessary costs to supply chains.
Sydney Ports profit crunched despite record exports
Despite a pre-tax profit drop of almost 40%, Sydney Ports Corporation has bucked the global trend, setting a record for full containerised exports.
Customs clearing cargo quicker, report shows
The Customs and Border Protection Service's latest time release study (TRS) has revealed significant improvements in import holding times.
Melbourne intermodal hubs blueprint in progress
The Victorian Government is working on an intermodal hubs blueprint, ports and roads minister Tim Pallas has confirmed to Lloyd's List DCN.
Arrested Indian bulker awaits court direction
The Gem of Safaga, an Indian bulk carrier arrested in Port Kembla last month, will be the subject of a directions hearing in Sydney on Monday.
Fire aboard Maersk Duffield at port of Brisbane
The 4112 teu Maersk Duffield was involved in a second incident in a month when a fire broke out in her engine room yesterday.
Study focuses on ports climate change impact
The Australian Maritime College's Maritime Transport Policy Centre (MTPC) has won a grant from the University of Tasmania to conduct a preliminary assessment of the vulnerability of Australian ports to climate change.
