Adopting renewable or zero-emission fuels can significantly reduce Australia's transport emissions, with over 20 million vehicles by 2021 and nearly 700,000 heavy trucks by 2023. Decarbonized fuels are essential, especially for older vehicles. Maintaining an efficient supply chain and avoiding market disruptions from fuel incentives are crucial for a successful transition to a decarbonized...
To continue supporting Queensland and Australia's economy effectively, policy-making in the freight logistics freight transport and supply chain sector requires substantial reform. This should extend beyond addressing specific existing policies to include a thorough evaluation of how these policies are developed, implemented, and assessed. A systems thinking approach is crucial for managing the inherent complexities and interdependencies within supply chains and freight logistics. Supply chains operate beyond state borders and modal preferences,...
The Australian Logistics Council (ALC) recently hosted the annual Supply Chain Summit 2024, a pivotal event on the supply chain, transport, and freight logistics industry calendar. Themed “The Productivity Sustainability Paradox,” the Summit brought together thought leaders, policymakers, and industry professionals to explore the complex interplay between achieving productivity and sustainability.
This year’s Summit, held in Melbourne, was opened by ALC’s new Independent...
The Australian Logistics Council (ALC) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Cyber Security Strategy Cyber Security Legislative Reforms Consultation Paper (the Consultation Paper), proposing some reforms to the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018...
In celebration of International Women's Day 2024, Wayfinder: Supply Chain Careers for Women hosted a breakfast and panel event at the Port of Melbourne Education Centre.
The Honourable Catherine King, Minister for Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts delivered an enlightening address, shedding light on the current landscape of gender equity, acknowledging the strides made, yet emphasising the...
The Australian Logistics Council (ALC) proudly announces the appointment of Air Vice Marshal Margaret Staib AM CSC as the Independent Chair, commencing 16 February 2024. The ALC is not just appointing a distinguished leader but is also reshaping the face of the logistics industry with a deeply experienced leadership team committed to driving innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.
Staib is an accomplished leader with expertise spanning defence, national security, transport, logistics,...
The ongoing industrial action at Australia’s major container freight ports continues to significantly impact Australia's end-to-end supply chains. The Australian Logistics Council (ALC) is concerned about the impact of the protracted negotiations between the Maritime Union of Australia and DP World and the impact of the dispute on supply chain businesses across every state and region in Australia. Australia needs to ensure the smooth functioning of international trade and mitigate any additional increases to the costs of...
Recommendations
The NCM should be recognised as the principle coordinating body between industry and government as it relates to any external challenges to the efficient operation of the Australian freight chain.
Promote ongoing education in the public sector regarding the essential services provided by the logistics and supply chain...
Forecasts suggest that without a policy to cause the diesel fleet to retire early, diesel heavy vehicle fleet in Australia will remain at around 55 per cent of the total heavy vehicle fleet in 2050 locking in emissions from diesel combustion well past 20501.As Australia makes this transition to a decarbonised economy, decision makers must not forget the need to ensure a resilient and efficient end to end supply chain to carry the Australian freight task.This means that care needs to be taken to ensure that decisions made to...