Operational Disruptions Due to Tropical Cyclone Alfred QLD # 4 05/03/25

Tropical Cyclone Alfred – Update 

DAFF Advisory :Regulatory & Industry Updates 
• Urgent biosecurity inspections prioritised (e.g., perishable goods).
• Import document processing continues as normal.
• Non-urgent inspections may be delayed.

Transport & Logistics Impact
• Shipping: Inbound vessel movements suspended; Queensland ferry services paused.
• Aviation: Brisbane Airport remains open but may limit operations in high winds.
• Road & Rail: Flooding and debris may disrupt major transport routes; Queensland Rail to suspend services when the cyclone nears.

Brisbane Airport & Cargo Freight
• Brisbane Airport operating as normal for now.
• Qantas Freight: Flights to/from Brisbane, Ballina, Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, Gold Coast, Maroochydore may be disrupted.
• Dnata & Menzies Aviation: Operations continue unless advised otherwise.

Vessel Omissions & Routing Changes
• Some vessels will omit Brisbane and no longer call at the port.
• Others will reroute to alternate ports before returning.

Empty Container Parks & Port Access
• Several empty container parks closed due to safety concerns.
• Port of Brisbane remains open for landside access; businesses should follow severe weather plans.

Vessel & Terminal Operations
• Shipping Suspensions: MSQ has suspended inbound/outbound vessel movements. Tug operations stop midday today on emergency standby. 

Terminal Closures & Reopenings: