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ACCC gives green light for DPW to tie-up Silk

Australia’s competition watchdog has declared that it will not oppose DP World’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics because the purchase is unlikely to engage in...
Australia’s competition watchdog has declared that it will not oppose DP World’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics because the purchase is unlikely to engage in discrimination and won’t substantially lessen competition. “Although DP World Australia may be able to engage in subtle forms of discrimination without adversely affecting its primary function as a container terminal,...
July 4, 2025

Seoul & Canberra to study Australia-Korea Green Shipping Corridor

A preliminary feasibility study to set up a green shipping corridor between Australia and South Korea was announced in a Korean-language statement earlier this week...
A preliminary feasibility study to set up a green shipping corridor between Australia and South Korea was announced in a Korean-language statement earlier this week by the South Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries. A spokesperson from Australia’s Federal Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts confirmed the development in response...
July 4, 2025

Shipping Australia Queensland Golf Day; Shipping Australia donated funds to the MtS

Shipping Australia Queensland held its Annual Golf Day on 25 June 2025. After two postponements it was great to finally get on the course which...
Shipping Australia Queensland held its Annual Golf Day on 25 June 2025. After two postponements it was great to finally get on the course which held up reasonably well from the previous saturated conditions. The postponements caused a few cancellations as changing dates did not always suit previously booked parties. Still, we were very pleased...
July 4, 2025

Game changer: “K” Line declares its first use of fossil free biological LNG

Japanese shipping major, “K” Line, has announced its first ever use of Bio-LNG, a potentially game-changing fuel for ocean shipping. Bio-LNG was supplied by Shell...
Japanese shipping major, “K” Line, has announced its first ever use of Bio-LNG, a potentially game-changing fuel for ocean shipping. Bio-LNG was supplied by Shell Western LNG to “K” Line’s car carrier, Oceanus Highway (IMO 1046049) a Japanese-flagged, 2025-built, ship with a length and beam of 199 metres and 38 metres respectively. The ship took 500...
July 4, 2025

Fears that trade surge will stumble as growth slows

Strong trade volume growth has been recorded by the World Trade Organization for the first few months of 2025 but this surge is thought to...
Strong trade volume growth has been recorded by the World Trade Organization for the first few months of 2025 but this surge is thought to be connected to importers’ desire to avoid higher Trump Tariffs by bringing forward goods purchases. “If so, trade growth should slow later in the year as sellers draw down inventories...
July 4, 2025

AMSA MARINE NOTICE: underwater radiated noise

Australia’s Maritime Safety Authority has drawn attention to the revised IMO guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from ships. The revised guidelines provide...
Australia’s Maritime Safety Authority has drawn attention to the revised IMO guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from ships. The revised guidelines provide updated design, technical, operational and maintenance guidance applicable to shipbuilders, designers and operators. The revised guidelines are to be applied to new and existing ships, taking into account ship design,...
July 4, 2025

ACCC gives green light for DPW to tie-up Silk

Australia’s competition watchdog has declared that it will not oppose DP World’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics because the purchase is unlikely to engage in...
Australia’s competition watchdog has declared that it will not oppose DP World’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics because the purchase is unlikely to engage in discrimination and won’t substantially lessen competition. “Although DP World Australia may be able to engage in subtle forms of discrimination without adversely affecting its primary function as a container terminal,...
July 4, 2025

Seoul & Canberra to study Australia-Korea Green Shipping Corridor

A preliminary feasibility study to set up a green shipping corridor between Australia and South Korea was announced in a Korean-language statement earlier this week...
A preliminary feasibility study to set up a green shipping corridor between Australia and South Korea was announced in a Korean-language statement earlier this week by the South Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries. A spokesperson from Australia’s Federal Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts confirmed the development in response...
July 4, 2025

Shipping Australia Queensland Golf Day; Shipping Australia donated funds to the MtS

Shipping Australia Queensland held its Annual Golf Day on 25 June 2025. After two postponements it was great to finally get on the course which...
Shipping Australia Queensland held its Annual Golf Day on 25 June 2025. After two postponements it was great to finally get on the course which held up reasonably well from the previous saturated conditions. The postponements caused a few cancellations as changing dates did not always suit previously booked parties. Still, we were very pleased...
July 4, 2025

Game changer: “K” Line declares its first use of fossil free biological LNG

Japanese shipping major, “K” Line, has announced its first ever use of Bio-LNG, a potentially game-changing fuel for ocean shipping. Bio-LNG was supplied by Shell...
Japanese shipping major, “K” Line, has announced its first ever use of Bio-LNG, a potentially game-changing fuel for ocean shipping. Bio-LNG was supplied by Shell Western LNG to “K” Line’s car carrier, Oceanus Highway (IMO 1046049) a Japanese-flagged, 2025-built, ship with a length and beam of 199 metres and 38 metres respectively. The ship took 500...
July 4, 2025

Fears that trade surge will stumble as growth slows

Strong trade volume growth has been recorded by the World Trade Organization for the first few months of 2025 but this surge is thought to...
Strong trade volume growth has been recorded by the World Trade Organization for the first few months of 2025 but this surge is thought to be connected to importers’ desire to avoid higher Trump Tariffs by bringing forward goods purchases. “If so, trade growth should slow later in the year as sellers draw down inventories...
July 4, 2025

AMSA MARINE NOTICE: underwater radiated noise

Australia’s Maritime Safety Authority has drawn attention to the revised IMO guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from ships. The revised guidelines provide...
Australia’s Maritime Safety Authority has drawn attention to the revised IMO guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from ships. The revised guidelines provide updated design, technical, operational and maintenance guidance applicable to shipbuilders, designers and operators. The revised guidelines are to be applied to new and existing ships, taking into account ship design,...
July 4, 2025

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Shipping Australia’s Victorian State Committee Luncheon – Friday 15 August 2025

August 15, 2025 @ 12:00pm
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PROUDLY SPONSORED BY     KEYNOTE SPEAKER Ms Roma Britnell Shadow Minister for Ports and Freight   At Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club – Kooyong Room,...
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PROUDLY SPONSORED BY     KEYNOTE SPEAKER Ms Roma Britnell Shadow Minister for Ports and Freight   At Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club – Kooyong Room, Melbourne   DAY & DATE: Friday 15 August 2025 TIME: 1200 hrs for 1230 hrs Please get your tickets before COB Wednesday, 6 August 2025 as seating is limited and...

Industry Gala Night 2025

October 11, 2025 @ 6:30pm
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Industry Gala Night 2025 – Secure Your Table or Per Head Tickets Now! SAL is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Industry Gala Night,...
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Industry Gala Night 2025 – Secure Your Table or Per Head Tickets Now! SAL is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Industry Gala Night, a premier event that promises an evening of elegance, entertainment, and exceptional networking opportunities. After a successful turnout and memorable event last year, we are excited to return to a...
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