The Australian Government has introduced additional isolation and border recommendations in response to containing the Novel Coronavirus outbreak.
Requirements have been introduced for New South Wales (Sydney port) and Queensland (Brisbane port) that vessels cannot berth until a 14-day period has lapsed since departure from last Mainland China ports. For Brisbane, this applies to vessels that have departed Mainland China ports on or after 1st February 2020. For Sydney, this applies irrespective of the date of departure ex Mainland China ports.
All other states/ports are allowing vessels to arrive on time and all crew will be restricted on-board while the vessel is berthed in Australia, amongst a number of precautionary measures.
These significant changes will impact arrival and freight shipments coming into Australia from China. It’s important to check on shipment impacts, scheduled delivery times and inform customers of any expected delays.
At ACF we will keep bringing you the latest news surrounding the Coronavirus, as and when we hear it.