Market Update

Market Update – August 2025

Overview Global freight indices may be easing, but Australia and New Zealand supply chains are facing a very different reality. Peak-season demand, carrier surcharges, and weather-driven disruption continue to push ocean freight costs higher, while air cargo remains a vital but capacity-constrained alternative. At the same time, tighter biosecurity rules and geopolitical uncertainty are reshaping trade flows and adding new layers of complexity. For importers and exporters, the takeaway is clear: success will not come from tracking global averages, but from recognising Oceania’s unique dynamics, anticipating disruption, and acting early to protect cost and service performance. This update provides a… Read More
BMSB

Seasonal Measures for Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) in Australia

As part of Australia's ongoing biosecurity efforts, the seasonal measures for Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) will be enforced for targeted goods manufactured in, or shipped from, target risk countries. These measures apply to goods shipped between 1 September and 30 April (inclusive) and to vessels that berth, load, or tranship from target risk countries within the same period.

Meeting 2023-24 BMSB Seasonal Measures in Australia

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has finalised the 2023-24 Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) seasonal measures. BMSB seasonal measures apply to goods shipped from 1 September 2023 and arriving in Australian territory by 30 April 2024 (inclusive).
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