A recent deal to increase the local production of urea hasn’t stopped the price of AdBlue from surging, amid price gouging concerns. Read more
Government moves to sure up AdBlue shortage
The Morrison government has struck an agreement with fertiliser manufacturer Incitec Pivot to secure local production of refined urea for the supply of diesel exhaust fluid (AdBlue). Read more
Testing waits halting supply chain
Industry bodies have called on governments to make rapid antigen tests available for the logistics sector, after some transport companies reported up to half of their staff are unable to work. Read more
Woolworths starts construction on first online fulfilment centre
Works have begun in the heart of Western Sydney on the supermarket Group’s first ever automated customer fulfilment centre. Read more
Amazon joins label-free returns with Australia Post
Amazon has committed to an extended returns window and label-free returns for the holiday season. Read more
Australian shoppers embrace sales events
New Manhattan Associates research shows 71 per cent of shoppers are now more likely to look for bargains from events like Black Friday and Boxing Day. Read more
Stockland buys logistics sites for $128 million
A combined 5.5 hectares in Sydney’s south west last mile logistics corridor has been acquired for $128 million. Read more
Optimism for Logistics Industry heading into 2022
A new logistics index has suggested the industry is navigating industrial action and global supply chain challenges to maintain job creation and growth expectations. Read more
LOGOS settles Moorebank Logistics Park and Qantas deals
LOGOS Consortium has confirmed $2.47 billion of deals in the last two days, acquiring Moorebank Logistics Park and Qantas’ Mascot site. Read more
Australia calls on Asia and Middle East to sure up AdBlue supply
The Trade Minister has told the ABC Australia will soon receive a crucial supply of diesel exhaust fluid from Indonesia, as the federal government approaches Middle Eastern nations to avoid a transport shutdown. Read more