Ports Australia is continuing the facilitation of dialogue between industry and government to ensure the safety of maritime staff around the country. The necessary biosecurity and health measures must be in place to minimise risk and continue the essential role of ports. We've been at the forefront of the conversation since the first concern was raised.
Relevant resources:
Department of Health resources for various aspects:
General information: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-what-you-need-to-know
Information for the marine industry: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-marine-industry
Information for marine pilots: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-marine-pilots
Information for border staff: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-border-staff
Information for the cruise industry: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-cruise-industry
Department of Home Affairs for information on travel restrictions and maritime industry:
https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/news-media/current-alerts/novel-coronavirus
Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment:
Information for travelers, airlines, and maritime industry: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/travelling/to-australia/advice-to-travellers/human-health/coronavirus
Click the 'Download Publication' button below to view National Cabinet's agreed class exemptions for non-cruise maritime crew.
Media contact: Josh Appleton – E: jappleton@portsaustralia.com.au, P: 02 2947 7581
Ports Australia is the peak industry body representing port authorities and corporations, both publicly and privately owned, at the national level.
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