Monthly Archives: August 2015

Privatisations & Port Price Hikes Slammed by ACCC Chairman

In a wide-ranging speech at the Committee for Economic Development of Australia in Brisbane recently, Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) Chairman, Rod Sims, commented on the contents of the recent Harper report and then spoke against the anti-competitive impact of recent privatisations. Mr Sims outlined “concerns” about how governments sold “significant” assets without “appropriate” […]

Challenges faced by break bulk and roll on / roll off shipments

Freight items that don’t fit into standard 20 or 40 foot sea containers can be shipped as individual units referred to as break bulk (BB) cargo.  If possible, they can also be rolled on and off (RORO) special vessels that are not only designed to carry ‘static’ cargo but mobile or wheeled cargo, a solution which is […]

Instant cargo insurance quotes!

Just a reminder to all our customers that we offer same day, in-house, insurance quotes for any of your import or export requirements, whether they are transported by airfreight or seafreight. In particular, our specialist team can expertly arrange cover for Break Bulk cargo, and Roll-on Roll-off cargo. Whatever your business or goods, don’t let your investment […]

Progress update on new Western Sydney Airport

Progress towards a Western Sydney airport continues with the second phase of geotechnical works commencing recently on the site of the proposed airport at Badgerys Creek. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Warren Truss, said the geotechnical drilling is an important step in seeing an airport come to fruition. “The Western […]