| Australian Border Force – Key Trade Update The Australia–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) has taken effect from 1st October 2025, granting duty-free or reduced tariff access for eligible UAE-origin goods. From this date, eligible UAE-origin goods will enjoy preferential or duty-free access into Australia, enhancing trade between the two nations. Most goods will enter duty-free, while excise-equivalent items will remain under existing tariff structures. Detailed guidance on rules of origin and applicable duty rates are available on the ABF CEPA webpage. To view the complete ACN, please click on the following link – ACN 2025/27 West Gate Tunnel Project The West Gate Tunnel will soon deliver a second river crossing and improved access to the Port of Melbourne and western industrial areas. There will also be 24/7 no-truck zones introduced in Melbourne’s inner west, directing freight vehicles into the new tunnel. As the project is nearing completion, it is important that you are aware that new tolls will apply immediately to all heavy vehicles using the tunnel and surrounding areas once opened. ICAL will continue monitoring the opening and be in touch with our affected customers with the toll pricing as soon as available. West Gate Tunnel Project – Victoria’s Big Build Western Sydney International Airport trial program ramps up Preparations are ramping up at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) as the airport enters its operational readiness phase, and trials begin across the terminal and airport precinct over the coming months. The airport remains on course to be opened for business in the second half of 2026. Full update can be found at Western Sydney International Airport trial program ramps up as opening day approaches | Western Sydney International Airport Melbourne Cup Holiday – Tuesday November 4th Please be aware that a public holiday surcharge will be applicable for all containers that need to be collected or delivered next Tuesday to meet vessel cut off’s or avoid wharf storage. Any customers impacted by the public holiday surcharge will be contacted by our team. Please be mindful for the remainder of the week there may be delays as a result of the public holiday. We appreciate your understanding |