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Australia and New Zealand join forces for maritime success

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Maritime Industry Australia Ltd (MIAL) and the New Zealand Shipping Federation (NZSF) have signed an historic agreement for MIAL to provide professional maritime advice and expertise to compliment the inhouse capabilities of the NZSF.

MIAL and the NZSF have a relationship that dates back decades – maintaining consistent working relationships between the Associations.

The new agreement takes that relationship to a new level of engagement at a time where industry faces challenges caused by COVID-19 disruptions.

Allen Dobie, MIAL Chair says there is a tremendous synergy in the combined New Zealand and Australian maritime industries.

“We are all stronger when we work together and we are looking forward to deepening our engagement with our colleagues in New Zealand,” Allen says.

The NZSK says its moving into a new phase of advocacy and engagement, leveraging off its new partnership with MIAL to create stronger international connections and first class advice for its members.

Teresa Lloyd, MIAL CEO says the industry association sees many opportunities for mutual benefit by virtue of the broader cohort of members and vessel operators that will participate in MIAL discussions.

John Harbord, NZSF Executive Director says shipping is a complex business and harnessing the knowledge base that exists in MIAL makes sense for the Federation as it concentrates efforts on building strategic relationships at home and abroad.

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