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Ballast water inspection campaign to get underway

Biosecurity inspections by officials from Australia’s federal Department of Agriculture are now carrying-out joint inspections with Port State Control officers from the Australian Maritime Safety...
Biosecurity inspections by officials from Australia’s federal Department of Agriculture are now carrying-out joint inspections with Port State Control officers from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Officials will be focused on Ballast Water Management and inspections will run through September, October, and November.  Ships will be inspected for compliance with the International Convention for the...
September 11, 2025

World Shipping Council reinstates cargo inspection deficiency data, urges stronger safety measures

The World Shipping Council has released a new report summarising deficiencies found in government cargo inspection programmes, reviving a vital data series that the International...
The World Shipping Council has released a new report summarising deficiencies found in government cargo inspection programmes, reviving a vital data series that the International Maritime Organization (IMO) discontinued last year. The 2024 report shows that 11.39% of inspected cargo shipments were found to have deficiencies, up slightly from the IMO’s final 2023 figure of...
September 11, 2025

International guidelines updated to boost port-customs cooperation

The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs Organization (WCO) have released an updated version of their joint Guidelines on Cooperation...
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs Organization (WCO) have released an updated version of their joint Guidelines on Cooperation between Customs and Port Authorities. The revised document, first launched in 2023, introduces new input from the World Shipping Council and aims to improve collaboration, data sharing, and risk management...
September 11, 2025

BOOK NOW! SAL New South Wales State Committee Christmas Luncheon 2025

  NSW State Committee Christmas Luncheon 2025 PROUDLY SPONSORED BY SUPPORT SPONSORS   Surprise Entertainment, Prizes & More!!!! Friday, 5 Dec 2025 1200hrs for 1230hrs...
  NSW State Committee Christmas Luncheon 2025 PROUDLY SPONSORED BY SUPPORT SPONSORS   Surprise Entertainment, Prizes & More!!!! Friday, 5 Dec 2025 1200hrs for 1230hrs At the Maritime Ballroom – Hyatt Regency – 161 Sussex Street, Sydney Book early to avoid disappointment. CLICK HERE TO BOOK  For enquiries or clarification please email ev****@*******************om.au  
September 11, 2025

“K” Line Wind Service inks deal with SN Marine

“K” Line Wind Service (KWS), a joint venture of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha and Kawasaki Kinkai Kisen, has reached a capital alliance agreement with SN Marine,...
“K” Line Wind Service (KWS), a joint venture of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha and Kawasaki Kinkai Kisen, has reached a capital alliance agreement with SN Marine, through a third-party share allotment. SN Marine operates offshore support vessels for wind power projects, including the KAIKO and the geological survey vessel EK HAYATE. The two companies have previously...
September 11, 2025

INSIGHT: shipments of air conditioning units zoom upwards… ONE explains why

Global shipments of air conditioners are increasing because of rising temperatures, government energy policies, and economic growth, according to new analysis from global shipping line,...
Global shipments of air conditioners are increasing because of rising temperatures, government energy policies, and economic growth, according to new analysis from global shipping line, ONE. This surge is reshaping trade routes from manufacturing hubs in Asia to North America, the Middle East, and Europe. North America: Shipments to North America have grown at an...
September 5, 2025

Ballast water inspection campaign to get underway

Biosecurity inspections by officials from Australia’s federal Department of Agriculture are now carrying-out joint inspections with Port State Control officers from the Australian Maritime Safety...
Biosecurity inspections by officials from Australia’s federal Department of Agriculture are now carrying-out joint inspections with Port State Control officers from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Officials will be focused on Ballast Water Management and inspections will run through September, October, and November.  Ships will be inspected for compliance with the International Convention for the...
September 11, 2025

World Shipping Council reinstates cargo inspection deficiency data, urges stronger safety measures

The World Shipping Council has released a new report summarising deficiencies found in government cargo inspection programmes, reviving a vital data series that the International...
The World Shipping Council has released a new report summarising deficiencies found in government cargo inspection programmes, reviving a vital data series that the International Maritime Organization (IMO) discontinued last year. The 2024 report shows that 11.39% of inspected cargo shipments were found to have deficiencies, up slightly from the IMO’s final 2023 figure of...
September 11, 2025

International guidelines updated to boost port-customs cooperation

The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs Organization (WCO) have released an updated version of their joint Guidelines on Cooperation...
The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) and the World Customs Organization (WCO) have released an updated version of their joint Guidelines on Cooperation between Customs and Port Authorities. The revised document, first launched in 2023, introduces new input from the World Shipping Council and aims to improve collaboration, data sharing, and risk management...
September 11, 2025

BOOK NOW! SAL New South Wales State Committee Christmas Luncheon 2025

  NSW State Committee Christmas Luncheon 2025 PROUDLY SPONSORED BY SUPPORT SPONSORS   Surprise Entertainment, Prizes & More!!!! Friday, 5 Dec 2025 1200hrs for 1230hrs...
  NSW State Committee Christmas Luncheon 2025 PROUDLY SPONSORED BY SUPPORT SPONSORS   Surprise Entertainment, Prizes & More!!!! Friday, 5 Dec 2025 1200hrs for 1230hrs At the Maritime Ballroom – Hyatt Regency – 161 Sussex Street, Sydney Book early to avoid disappointment. CLICK HERE TO BOOK  For enquiries or clarification please email ev****@*******************om.au  
September 11, 2025

“K” Line Wind Service inks deal with SN Marine

“K” Line Wind Service (KWS), a joint venture of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha and Kawasaki Kinkai Kisen, has reached a capital alliance agreement with SN Marine,...
“K” Line Wind Service (KWS), a joint venture of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha and Kawasaki Kinkai Kisen, has reached a capital alliance agreement with SN Marine, through a third-party share allotment. SN Marine operates offshore support vessels for wind power projects, including the KAIKO and the geological survey vessel EK HAYATE. The two companies have previously...
September 11, 2025

INSIGHT: shipments of air conditioning units zoom upwards… ONE explains why

Global shipments of air conditioners are increasing because of rising temperatures, government energy policies, and economic growth, according to new analysis from global shipping line,...
Global shipments of air conditioners are increasing because of rising temperatures, government energy policies, and economic growth, according to new analysis from global shipping line, ONE. This surge is reshaping trade routes from manufacturing hubs in Asia to North America, the Middle East, and Europe. North America: Shipments to North America have grown at an...
September 5, 2025

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TICKETS NOW ON SALE! NSW State Committee Spring Parliamentary Luncheon – 18 September 2025

September 18, 2025 @ 12:00pm
 - 3:00pm
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY Port of Newcastle SUPPORT SPONSOR                     GUEST SPEAKER The Hon. John Graham MLC Minister...
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY Port of Newcastle SUPPORT SPONSOR                     GUEST SPEAKER The Hon. John Graham MLC Minister for Transport Deputy Leader in the NSW Legislative Council       DAY & DATE:          Thursday, 18 September 2025 TIME:             ...

Industry Gala Night 2025

October 11, 2025 @ 6:30pm
 - 11:30pm
Industry Gala Night 2025 – Event Sold Out! SAL is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Industry Gala Night, a premier event that promises...
Industry Gala Night 2025 – Event Sold Out! 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 brand-new venue, The STAR Brisbane....
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