Oceania

Oceania import, export and coastal service remain in place, with the number of sailings offered reflective of the current market environment.

As we are currently in BMSB season, there is an additional risk for vessels found to be contaminated as they may incur additional delays on top of the existing challenges.

Ports across Australia remain heavily congested due to a large amount of cargo arriving with seed contamination. With most terminals across the country filling with quarantined cargo, we are working with local partners as well as our own processing facilities to secure additional capacity for import cargo.

Melbourne: Currently experiencing delays ranging from 5-14 days, driven by fluctuating yard capacity, which currently averages around 90% but varies weekly. These capacity constraints can lead to discharge delays for vessels. At MIRRAT, all vessels are subject to 'Berthing Priority Rules,' with Wallenius Wilhelmsen vessels receiving favorable priority due to their low quarantine risk, smaller discharge volumes (under 1,500 units), and absence of transshipments.

Port Kembla: Currently experiencing delays of 3-5 days, though congestion issues remain minimal, allowing for smoother operations compared to other ports.

Brisbane: Delays of 3-7 days are becoming increasingly common, driven by Brisbane's role as the first port of discharge for many shipping lines and compounded by ongoing yard congestion.

Fremantle: Delays at berth #11/12 are currently averaging 0-5 days, with the berthing schedule heavily influenced by yard capacity and the vessel line-up due to limited yard space. Recent dredging operations, completed between April and August, have increased the berth depth to 11 meters, enhancing vessel flexibility and operational capabilities.

Auckland: Currently experiencing delays up to 2 days, with the majority of vessels able to berth and work upon arrival.

Capacity remains tight across all of our sites, as volumes remain strong. In addition, global parts shortages are impacting our operations and are causing us to make some adjustments to our working schedules. Though we are working closely with our customers to have accurate forecasts for the remainder of the year. We also continue to make necessary investments to support our diverse and expansive customer base.

Delays with road and rail transport continues to be a challenge, as equipment, labor and logistics congestion have caused customers to look at less traditional methods to move their cargo around the country. Haulers across multiple delivery modes (automotive, heavy haulage, linehaul etc.) are looking to invest in additional resources, equipment and also seek efficiency gains, to support the expected volumes.