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Australian port strikes over, but new car buyers could still face delays

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However, Daily Cargo News reports the MUA has ended its industrial action against Qube as of this morning, which was welcomed by the port operator. Shipping Australia CEO Captain Melwyn Noronha told Daily Cargo News the end of the industrial action is welcome not only for the industry but the wider public. Browse now.

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COMMENTARY: 6 strategies to reduce transportation costs

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However, any seasoned general manager, inventory buyer, or used-car specialist knows that there are several factors between those transactions that can tip the scales toward profitability or debt. In fact, designing affordable cargo transport strategies should play a significant role in inventory management.

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Another Australian port problem causes new car delivery delays

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The unloading of at least one ship at the Port of Melbourne has been delayed, with Ford Australia telling CarExpert an unspecified biosecurity process is to blame. The recent disruptions at major ports have led to delays for car-carrying cargo ships waiting to dock at ports across the country,” the BMW spokesperson said.

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Car delivery delays emerge amid Australia-wide port strikes: Over 35,000 vehicles affected

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MORE: Kia joins Tesla with cars on infested ship denied entry into Australia (published January 2024) The MUA has reportedly asked for a 25 per cent pay increase for stevedores, who already earn an average of $128,000 a year, according to The Australian.

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2025 Suzuki Jimny XL review

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litre engine with no turbocharger, the only metric in which the Jimny outguns the horde of small SUVs charging up the sales charts is off-road ability which isnt a key concern for the average small SUV buyer. Tiny in person, basic inside, and powered by a breathless 1.5-litre Although its a bit gutless, the Jimny is fun to drive in the city.

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New-car delivery delays to continue after end of Australian port strikes

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Strikes may have ended at some of Australia’s largest ports for new vehicle arrivals, but buyers aren’t out of the woods yet with delays. While the strikes have since ended and the estimated 35,000-plus cars on ships waiting offshore can now be unloaded experts have cautioned the delays are not over.

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2024 Suzuki Jimny XL review

CarExpert

litre engine with no turbocharger, the only metric in which the Jimny outguns the horde of small SUVs charging up the sales charts is off-road ability… which isn’t a key concern for the average small SUV buyer. Tiny in person, basic inside, and powered by a breathless 1.5-litre What’s under the bonnet?