DCN Weekly
Your regular round up of what's been making news in the Australian Maritime Logistics sector
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DCN Weekly 10th October 2025
In this episode (week ending 10 October 2025), the team reflects on the passing of New Zealand industry leader Benoît Marcenac, major infrastructure investments at Port Adelaide and Sydney, service updates from MSC and CMA CGM, and the latest on the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme and the Northern Endeavour FPSO.DCN Weekly 3rd October: Port master plans with Peter Dummett and more...
Port of Darwin CEO, Peter Dummett joins the DCN Weekly to talk about the 30 year master plan. And there is more news on shipping lines, USTR fees and a new owner and branding for Smit Lamnalco
DCN Weekly 26th Sept - Talking nominations and new news
In this week’s DCN Weekly podcast, Lindsay Reed and David Sexton discuss the surge of award nominations ahead of judging day and the strict confidentiality surrounding the process. They cover major industry moves, including Caryn Anderson’s appointment as chair of Port of Hastings Corporation, Maersk joining CMA CGM in absorbing USTR surcharges, and Seaspan’s shift of its headquarters from Hong Kong to Singapore. Climate issues also feature, with TT Club highlighting Pilbara port vulnerabilities and Port of Brisbane releasing its 2024–25 sustainability report. The episode wraps with Aranui Cruises’ plans for a new dual-purpose cruise and cargo vessel.DCN Weekly Friday 19th September 2025 - Jillian Carson-Jackson
This week, DCN chats with Jillian Carson-Jackson, chair of the judging panel, about what makes a standout nomination. We also explore Medlog's upcoming Sydney intermodal facility launch and CMA CGM's record-breaking yacht loading in Brisbane. Plus, discover the federal government's $1.1 billion investment in low-carbon liquid fuels and Patrick Terminals' 2026 Willpower Cadet Program. Don't miss these stories and more insights into the vibrant maritime industry.