News
Industry Update – December 2024
Attention: Shipping Manager Situation in US/Canada: January strike at US East Coast likely as talks resume Debate resumed this week between port employers represented by the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), and the International Longshoremen’s Association union (ILA)
Christmas & New Year Operating Hours
Attention: Shipping Manager Please be advised of our Operating Hours during the Christmas & New Year period as follows: Date Status Friday 20th December Open until 12 pm Monday 23rd December Standard Hours Tuesday 24th December Open
National Terminal Closures (MUA Annual General Meeting)
Attention: Shipping Manager We have been advised by Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) that on Tuesday 26th November 2024, terminal closures are expected nationally due to the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) Annual General Meeting. The Terminals that will
US East Coast contract negotiations – Update
Attention: Shipping Manager STOP PRESS With the Canadian strike situation continuing and the strong possibility of a US East coast strike in January, Dieterle & Victory strongly recommend, that where possible, all clients should bring orders forward so
Industry Update – November 2024
Attention: Shipping Manager Situation in USA/Canada Standstill at strike-bound Canadian ports could spread inland Turmoil persists at Canada’s ports, with warnings that this could lead to spikes in road and rail freight, and congestion at ‘Plan-B’ US west
Canadian Strike Action – Canadian Government Moves to End Strike
Attention: Shipping Manager We have received notice this morning from Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) that the Canadian Government has stepped in to end the lockout of workers at the country’s two biggest
US EC strike update – ILA announce a tentative agreement
Attention: Shipping Manager We have received notice this morning from Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) that the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached a tentative agreement and work will resume effective
Industry Update – October 2024
Attention: Shipping Manager Situation in Suez Canal The Houthis are taking credit for attacks on several merchant ships with reports saying that at least two vessels have suffered damage in a new barrage. These are the first attacks
US East Coast strike – Update
Attention: Shipping Manager We have received confirmation from the Freight Trade Alliance (FTA) that the industrial action at US East Coast and Gulf ports has commenced. This action is expected to have significant implications for global supply chains,
Severe weather to impact Fremantle Ports
Attention: Shipping Manager We have been advised by Fremantle Ports of forecasted adverse weather conditions expected to impact the Port of Fremantle on the 2nd and 3rd of October. The port has advised that the following is being implemented