ACFS PORT LOGISTICS

OneStop, ACFS Port Logistics expand collaboration to enhance container visibility in Australia

Supply chain optimisation solution provider OneStop has announced the expansion of its partnership with ACFS Port Logistics, the largest privately owned container logistics operator in Australia.

The partnership aims to enhance efficiency and visibility across the Oceania supply chain. Additionally, the collaboration is expected to allow ACFS Port Logistics to leverage OneStop’s solutions to streamline container operations at ACFS E-Depot Gilman, Adelaide.

According to the announcement, OneStop...

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OneStop and ACFS Port Logistics forge alliance

OneStop partners with ACFS Port Logistics, a very well known company in Australia’s transport, warehousing, and freight logistics sector.

This two companies are committed to pioneering cutting-edge solutions that not only optimise container movements across the Oceania region, but also bring an unparalleled level of visibility for all supply chain participants to not only reduce costs but also provide a more sustainable future for our industry.

The partnership offers ACFS Port Logistics,...

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ACFS Port Logistics confirms new equipment order from SANY Group

ACFS Port Logistics, Australia’s transport, warehousing and freight logistics company, has concluded an agreement with SANY Group for a new equipment order.

ACFS will receive 19 twin pick empty container handlers and 14 heavy reach stackers from the Chinese port equipment manufacturer in 2023 to enhance its cargo handling fleet.

“These new machines will be under a regular service maintenance contract with Ultro Port Solutions nationally,” said ACFS in its announcement.

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Anger in Australia as container detention fees climb

Australia’s ongoing port congestion has left transport operators fuming over mounting container detention charges.
According to the Container Transport Alliance of Australia (CTAA), the current bottlenecks are caused by high peak season volumes, Covid-related labour shortages, terminal equipment malfunctions and lingering industrial relations disruptions.
CTAA director Neil Chambers told The Loadstar: “The biggest delays have been occurring at the port of Melbourne, where all three container...

https://theloadstar.com/anger-in-australia-as-container-detention-fees-climb/

Fury among Australian transport operators at Patrick’s new long-vehicle fee

Transport operators in Australia have warned of a coming “bloodbath” over spiralling fees levied by the country’s stevedores.
In addition to rapidly escalating terminal access fees, previously known as infrastructure surcharges, a newly created “long-vehicle fee” by Patrick Terminals has been slammed as “a tax on productivity”.
Introduced at Patrick’s Sydney and Brisbane terminals this month, the A$50 (US$38.80) levy applies to entry by HGVs over 26 metres in length.
According to the …

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Australia calls on carriers for sweeper vessels to clear empty-box logjam

Transport operators in Australia have called on shipping lines for more ‘sweeper’ vessels to alleviate the country’s empty-container logjam – a mess “they created”.
Arthur Tzaneros, CEO of ‎ACFS Port Logistics, said container park congestion was the biggest challenge currently facing the industry.
“Empty-container parks can’t operate effectively when they’re running at over 100% capacity,” he said on a Freight & Trade Alliance podcast.
“This is a very real situation that’s been going …

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https://theloadstar.com/australia-calls-on-carriers-for-sweeper-vessels-to-clear-empty-box-logjam/

ACFS Port Logistics joins LINX Intermodal Terminal

LINX Cargo Care Group announced today (Oct. 31) that ACFS Port Logistics will join LINX as the Empty Container Park operator at the LINX Intermodal Terminal at Enfield in Western Sydney.

LINX is an experienced intermodal terminal operator offering road and rail services connecting regional Australia to the country’s major metro and regional export ports. Since taking over the lease in February this year to operate the NSW Ports-owned intermodal terminal at Enfield, LINX has been building its...

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