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Freight volumes slightly better in July – ACI World DATA published by Airports Coun­cil International (ACI) World show freight volumes   benefited from a small up-trend in July, growing by 3.2 per cent compared to June’s 2.3   per cent. Year-to-date figure growth for...

AIBS indicators look good for ‘air cargo growth plus’ AWARENESS of Austral­ia’s trading future – short and medium term, espe­cially, but also  long-term projections – is vital for the country, the compa­nies and other entities directly  involved, and the support...

Australian services exports continue to surge 26.11.2018 Senator the Hon Simon Birmingham The Liberal-National Government has today welcomed new data showing Australia’s services exports reached a record $88.0 billion in 2017-18. Minister for Trade, Tourism and...

Industry welcomes Botany rail investment         STEVEDORES and industry groups have reacted positively to NSW Ports’ announcement of $120m in rail investment at Port Botany, despite the inclusion of a wharfage fee which applies to full export and...

Airfreight capacity growth outstrips demand for seventh month The International Air Transport Association (IATA) says global airfreight market demand in freight tonne kilometres (FTKs), rose two per cent in September 2018 compared to the same period the year before....

IMPORTANT INDUSTRY UPDATE: MUA stop work notices Please note that there will be stop work meetings at Terminals around Australia next week due to the AGM for the MUA. Below is a list of the stoppages that we are currently aware of. We advise members to consult the...