More strike threats to UK ports
Stockwell International would like to inform clients of a potential strike at Liverpool ports causing delays and congestion.
It has been reported that more than 500 port operative swill strike over an inadequate 7% pay offer, calling it ‘a real-terms pay cut.
Due to other strikes in the UK reports of two major shipping lines will offload UK cargo at Piraeus, Wilhelmshaven and Antwerp.
Negotiations over strikes at German ports to support wage negotiations between trade union are no nearer resolution.
Due to these strikes across parts of Europe, Stockwell International will continue to keep clients updated on any changes to shipments that may occur and delays that are caused as a result of this.
For further information, contact [email protected]
Update to Fremantle FCL Empty Booking Fee
Stockwell International would like to inform clients of an update to our FCL Empty Booking Fee for Fremantle:
Effective September 1st, 2022 FCL Empty Booking Fee for Fremantle will be $90 per container.
For any further questions contact [email protected]
NEWS: Darwin port wage dispute escalates to FWC, port workers to strike
DCN | Abby Williams
Darwin Port workers are preparing to take industrial action next week as fair work proceedings unfold and the Maritime Union of Australia and Darwin Port exchange accusations.
Members of the MUA, the Australian Maritime Officers Union and the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union are disputing wage arrangements set out in a new employment agreement. Work stoppages and delays are expected from Friday 19 August.
The MUA said last month that port management had offered workers a wage increase of a little more than 2% after the Fair Work Commission raised the national minimum wage by 5.2% to deal with inflation.
The union suggested the increase offered to Darwin Port workers therefore amounted to a pay cut.
MUA then commenced the balloting process to gauge its members’ support for potential industrial action.
“The ballot for protected industrial action came back with 99.9% support for this course of action from the workforce,” MUA deputy national secretary Warren Smith said.
“[I]t is a clear demonstration of the unity and determination that exists at Darwin Ports amongst the workers.”
MUA said it has “repeatedly sought co-operation and negotiation” from Darwin Port management, but seemingly to no avail.
The union suggested the company had “so far failed to make good” on earlier commitments it had reportedly made to the workforce to table a pay offer to form the basis of a new employment agreement.Read More | Darwin Port wage dispute escalates to FWC, port workers to strike – Daily Cargo News (thedcn.com.au)
Notice of Upcoming BMSB Season
Stockwell International would like to inform clients of the upcoming brown marmorated sting bug season due to starts from September. The Department of Agriculture has released this statement in preparation of the BMSB season:
- Emerging risk countries – China and UK only
- Chapters 94 and 95 will be subject to random inspections for emerging risk countries
- 120 hours policy been amended for goods that have been rolled (with evidence)
- Inspect (unpack) Inspections instead of Secure Seals intact inspections at Approved Arrangements
BMSB seasonal measures will apply to targeted goods manufactured in or shipped from target risk countries, that have been shipped between 1 September and 30 April (inclusive), and to vessels that berth, load, or tranship from target risk countries within the same period.
Stockwell International will continue to keep you updated with any changes or notices regarding the BMSB season.
for any further questions contact [email protected]
Western Australia Terminal Congestion and Delivery Delays Update
Stockwell International would like to provide our clients an update on terminal congestion and delivery delays in Western Australia.
Due to continued effects of Covid-19, industrial action, port closures our team is seeing on-going congestion and delays in Western Australia that are resulting in potential additional charges for wharf storage, empty container detention and other related costs.
In addition to this, limited availability of slots at wharf/ empty container parks and congestion caused by high volumes that are beyond our control.
Stockwell International will continue to monitor and update you on the developing situation and endeavour to make this period as uncomplicated as possible.
If you have any further questions, please contact [email protected]
Fuel Surcharge
Air Freight
NOTE: Stockwell International would like to inform you that import and export air handling / terminal fees are increasing due to market costs going up.
Stockwell International would like to inform you of the updated fuel surcharge for the month of August.
Effective August 1st 2022
For the East Coast of Australia, the fuel surcharge will be at 24%.
Effective June 1st 2022
South Australia, our fuel surcharge will now be 32% for metro transport in Adelaide.
Western Australia, our fuel surcharge will be 30% for metro transport in Perth and Fremantle.
Stockwell International will endeavour to keep you updated with the most recent information as it become available to us.
For any other questions or enquiries please contact [email protected]
FCL Booking Fee
Effective September 1st, 2022
Fremantle | $90 per container
