Cyclone Alfred: What Supply Chain leaders need to know.

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Terminal & Depot Status (Updated March 10th, 2025)

Cyclone Alfred has caused significant disruptions across Brisbane’s port operations, impacting vessel schedules, terminal access, and container depots. As recovery efforts continue, here’s the latest status update to help you plan ahead:

🚢 Port Terminal Updates

• Hutchison & Patrick Terminals: Open for export receivals.
• DP World Brisbane: Closed until 15:00 on 10/03/2025

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📦 Empty Container Depots

• ACFS E-LINK, E-DEPOT, TYNE: Open from 05:00
• GATEWAY: Open from 06:00
• DPWBCP: Open from 12:00
• MEDLOG: OpenCARGOLINK – Closed

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❗Important Vessel Information

• NYK Fushimi V130: Omitting Brisbane
• Patrick Terminal (Fisherman Island): R&D operations resume 06:00 Monday, 10th March (Receiving cargo only for nominated vessels able to enter within 48hrs)
• Tyne Container Services Brisbane: Open from 05:00 on 10/03/2025
• DP World Brisbane Terminal: Closed until 15:00 on 10/03/2025
• Hutchison Ports: Opening at 08:00 on 10/03/2025 (Receivals open for ELA & OOCL Kuala Lumpur)

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We'll continue to provide updates as the situation evolves, but the knock-on effects could impact shipments and cause delays for at least the next four weeks. To stay ahead, lean on your shipment tracking - real-time data will be crucial in managing deliveries and backlogs. If you don’t have access to this level of visibility, reach out. Explorate offers free tracking across all forwarders - access it here.

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Cyclone Alfred: What you need to Know (Updated: March 4th, 2025)

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is forecast to make landfall as a Category 2 system between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast on Thursday or early Friday. The resulting high winds and heavy rain is expected to disrupt transport and logistics across Queensland and potentially New South Wales.

• Shipping Terminals: All three Brisbane terminals have ceased export container receivals, and import cargo that arrived after Friday 28th February morning will not be available for pickup from the wharf. DP World has confirmed they will be closed from today until Saturday. Patricks is predicted to follow suit.
• Air Freight: Flight schedules are expected to be disrupted due to severe weather.
• Road Freight: Flooding and hazardous conditions may cause road closures and reduced driver availability, impacting last-mile deliveries.
• Sydney (Watch Zone): DP World Port Botany has closed all empty container areas as a precaution due to high winds. Further impacts will depend on Cyclone Alfred’s trajectory.

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What to Expect.

• Expect delays for shipments arriving at Brisbane Port, with possible rerouting to alternate ports.
• Reduced availability of wharf slots if port closures occur.
• Potential disruptions to last-mile deliveries.
• Sydney, possible operational impacts depending on Alfred’s landfall.

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Staying Ahead.

For Explorate Users:

• Plan for disruptions to shipping schedules and deliveries.
• Login to the Explorate app to track your shipments in real-time.
• We will keep you informed and communicate directly if your shipments are affected.
• If you have urgent freight requirements, please reach out to your Key Account Manager or Operations Specialist for support.

For Non-Explorate Users:

• Track your cargo from any forwarder for live status updates.

We're closely monitoring the situation and will provide further updates as the situation develops. Stay safe and don't hesitate to reach out if you need assistance.

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