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Seafarers are skilled professionals and that’s why they’re highly paid

Seafarers are highly-skilled and highly paid professionals. Now that might be a bit of surprise to many people in the industry who have gotten the...
Seafarers are highly-skilled and highly paid professionals. Now that might be a bit of surprise to many people in the industry who have gotten the image that seafarers are destitute. A misleading narrative We understand why. There’s a narrative being pushed by various parties that seafarers are poor, and are suffering terribly. And like all...
September 19, 2025

Shipping Australia’s spring NSW State Committee Parliamentary Luncheon was a success!

Shipping Australia was pleased to host our well-attended NSW State Committee Parliamentary Luncheon earlier this week. Minister Graham Our guest of honour and keynote speaker...
Shipping Australia was pleased to host our well-attended NSW State Committee Parliamentary Luncheon earlier this week. Minister Graham Our guest of honour and keynote speaker was the The Hon. John Graham, MLC, Minister for Transport. He is also the Special Minister of State, Minister for the Arts, and Minister for Music and the Night-time Economy,...
September 19, 2025
World map with transport

Global maritime trade – navigating geopolitical tensions

The International Chamber of Shipping has hosted a panel session titled ‘Global maritime trade – navigating geopolitical tensions‘ at the World Trade Organization (WTO) Public...
The International Chamber of Shipping has hosted a panel session titled ‘Global maritime trade – navigating geopolitical tensions‘ at the World Trade Organization (WTO) Public Forum yesterday . The panel explored the challenges and opportunities facing the international shipping industry in facilitating global trade and driving global economic prosperity. A recording has been made available,...
September 19, 2025

International ports associations calls for adoption of decarbonisation agenda at IMO in October

The International Association of Ports & Harbours has called upon the IMO Member States to vote in favour of the Net Zero framework at the...
The International Association of Ports & Harbours has called upon the IMO Member States to vote in favour of the Net Zero framework at the upcoming meeting in October. IAPH Managing Director, Patrick Verhoeven, commented that: “Adopting the IMO Net Zero Framework which was agreed upon last April will send a clear signal to industry,...
September 19, 2025

Maritime Just Transition Task Force issues training frameworks for alternative fuels

The Maritime Just Transition Task Force (MJTTF) has released industry-first training frameworks designed to facilitate the development of training programmes for seafarers for working on...
The Maritime Just Transition Task Force (MJTTF) has released industry-first training frameworks designed to facilitate the development of training programmes for seafarers for working on ships powered by ammonia, methanol and hydrogen. The training frameworks address the needs of seafarers in entry-level or operational roles and senior officers. They are accompanied by comprehensive instructor handbooks....
September 19, 2025

Federal government announces AUD$1.1b Cleaner Fuels programme

Australia’s Federal Government has announced a $1.1 billion Cleaner Fuels Program to help unlock the economic and industrial opportunities from lower carbon liquid fuels, as...
Australia’s Federal Government has announced a $1.1 billion Cleaner Fuels Program to help unlock the economic and industrial opportunities from lower carbon liquid fuels, as the nation transitions to clean energy and net zero carbon emissions. It is hoped that the new ten-year program will stimulate private investment in Australian onshore production of lower carbo...
September 19, 2025

Seafarers are skilled professionals and that’s why they’re highly paid

Seafarers are highly-skilled and highly paid professionals. Now that might be a bit of surprise to many people in the industry who have gotten the...
Seafarers are highly-skilled and highly paid professionals. Now that might be a bit of surprise to many people in the industry who have gotten the image that seafarers are destitute. A misleading narrative We understand why. There’s a narrative being pushed by various parties that seafarers are poor, and are suffering terribly. And like all...
September 19, 2025

Shipping Australia’s spring NSW State Committee Parliamentary Luncheon was a success!

Shipping Australia was pleased to host our well-attended NSW State Committee Parliamentary Luncheon earlier this week. Minister Graham Our guest of honour and keynote speaker...
Shipping Australia was pleased to host our well-attended NSW State Committee Parliamentary Luncheon earlier this week. Minister Graham Our guest of honour and keynote speaker was the The Hon. John Graham, MLC, Minister for Transport. He is also the Special Minister of State, Minister for the Arts, and Minister for Music and the Night-time Economy,...
September 19, 2025
World map with transport

Global maritime trade – navigating geopolitical tensions

The International Chamber of Shipping has hosted a panel session titled ‘Global maritime trade – navigating geopolitical tensions‘ at the World Trade Organization (WTO) Public...
The International Chamber of Shipping has hosted a panel session titled ‘Global maritime trade – navigating geopolitical tensions‘ at the World Trade Organization (WTO) Public Forum yesterday . The panel explored the challenges and opportunities facing the international shipping industry in facilitating global trade and driving global economic prosperity. A recording has been made available,...
September 19, 2025

International ports associations calls for adoption of decarbonisation agenda at IMO in October

The International Association of Ports & Harbours has called upon the IMO Member States to vote in favour of the Net Zero framework at the...
The International Association of Ports & Harbours has called upon the IMO Member States to vote in favour of the Net Zero framework at the upcoming meeting in October. IAPH Managing Director, Patrick Verhoeven, commented that: “Adopting the IMO Net Zero Framework which was agreed upon last April will send a clear signal to industry,...
September 19, 2025

Maritime Just Transition Task Force issues training frameworks for alternative fuels

The Maritime Just Transition Task Force (MJTTF) has released industry-first training frameworks designed to facilitate the development of training programmes for seafarers for working on...
The Maritime Just Transition Task Force (MJTTF) has released industry-first training frameworks designed to facilitate the development of training programmes for seafarers for working on ships powered by ammonia, methanol and hydrogen. The training frameworks address the needs of seafarers in entry-level or operational roles and senior officers. They are accompanied by comprehensive instructor handbooks....
September 19, 2025

Federal government announces AUD$1.1b Cleaner Fuels programme

Australia’s Federal Government has announced a $1.1 billion Cleaner Fuels Program to help unlock the economic and industrial opportunities from lower carbon liquid fuels, as...
Australia’s Federal Government has announced a $1.1 billion Cleaner Fuels Program to help unlock the economic and industrial opportunities from lower carbon liquid fuels, as the nation transitions to clean energy and net zero carbon emissions. It is hoped that the new ten-year program will stimulate private investment in Australian onshore production of lower carbo...
September 19, 2025

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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....

NSW State Committee Christmas Luncheon 2025

December 5, 2025 @ 12:00pm
 - 3:00pm
  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.
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Young Shipping Australia is non-profit organisation developed for young professionals within the shipping industry. Established in 2007 and guided by the YSA NSW Committee, Young Shipping Australia has provided the shipping community with regular educational and social events targeted at the ‘under 35s’ age group. Members of YSA benefit from discounted attendance and preferential selection to popular events.

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