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Welcome to the Transport News 2017 Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards Within the transport industry, communication between networks is key in the planning, implementation and coordination of the business or other operations. The network that that runs between a company and its suppliers to produce and distribute a specific product efficiently is essential to this industry. These different factors, executed by the companies, firms and individuals of these dynamic sectors, is what forms the backbone of the transport industry.

Therefore, the 2017 Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards are designed to recognise and celebrate the achievements made by companies, teams and individuals due to their tireless efforts and dedication to their work. On a daily basis they work to ensure that the communication between a company and the supplier is strong, and efficient.

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NLI International Corp.

Best Last Mile Transport Company - Canada

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BF Global Logistics B.V Best Fashion Supply Chain & Logistics Company - Western Europe & Excellence Award for Logistics Management - Netherlands

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Duckering’s Transport Ltd Best Freight Carrier - Alberta

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East Coast Transport LLC Best Woman-Owned 3PL Management Company - USA

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Freightera Inc Best Online Freight Marketplace - North America

10. Dnata

Most Reliable Cargo Handling Company 2017 11.

ICI Proyectos Best Energy Project Logistics Company - Mexico

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Nahco Nigerian Aviation Handling Company PLC Best Aircraft Handling Company & Transport CEO of the Year 2017 - West Africa

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SaxonAir Charter Ltd Best Air Charter Operator 2017 - UK

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Filmline Ltd Best Specialist Customs Clearance Company - East Africa & Excellence Award for Film Production Logistics 2017

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Pre Metro Operations Ltd Most Innovative Light-Rail Service 2017 - West Midlands

16. GEODIS

Best Freight Forwarding Company 2017 &

Award for Excellence in Freight Logistics IT - Europe 17.

State of Flux Best Global Supply Chain Management Consultancy 2017

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AvCon Worldwide (Holdings) Ltd Most Renowned Aviation Consultancy 2017

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Executive Helicopters Best Helicopter Charter - Ireland

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Marine Land Air Transportation Co Ltd. Best Freight Forwarding Company 2017 - Taiwan

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Logistica E2E Services Best Temperature Controlled Logistics Company - Egypt

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Angel Gabriel Aeronautics Best Luxury Aircraft Charter - South Africa

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Capital Dedicated Logistics Inc. Most Trusted LTL Carrier - Ontario

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Princeton Profit Associates Inc. Best Small Parcel Solutions Provider - North East USA & Award for Excellence for Logistics Reporting Services - USA

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Corporate Solutions Logistics Limited Most Client-Focused Transport & Logistics Company - UK & Ireland

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PRL Group Best Warehousing & Distribution Network Operator - Ireland

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Y3 Technologies Pte Ltd Best End-to-End SCM Solutions Provider - South East Asia

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Best Last Mile Transport Company - Canada NLI International Corp. is a full service in home delivery company serving retail, distribution and manufacturing leaders throughout the catalogue, home and internet shopping industries from around the world. We spoke to Andrew Britton to find out more.

Founded in March of 2014, NLI International Corp. is a 100% privately held Canadian Company and unlike most standard moving or trucking companies, was created and developed with a lifetime of career experience within the Supply Chain, Warehousing and Distribution Industries culminating in a complete menu of services that make the firm a one stop shop for this very specialized industry, as Andrew emphasises.

“Here at NLI, we specialize in the delivery of merchandise that exceeds the size and weight limitations of standard parcel carriers, such as furniture, electronics and appliances and we provide very specialized delivery services to residential and business addresses across Canada. We understand the very demanding requirements of executing successful home deliveries and all of the intricacies of dealing with the private sector consumer. Our programs are geared to facilitate all E-Commerce transactions with very little stress for our Client /Partners while giving them the highest levels of support and keeping their costs competitive using contract rates with no hidden costs.”

Within the logistics sector, Andrew discusses the firm’s offering in more detail and explains how it works to achieve excellence for all of its clients.

“Whether you choose White Glove or Threshold services, comprehensive management of your delivery is our standard procedure. We begin your project with an up-front delivery plan, customized to keep the order firmly on course at all times. NLI International monitors the entire process, conducting inspections, recording milestones, tracking progress, verifying details and providing clear notifications and custom reports along the way. Online access provides you with easily accessible, detailed information regarding each order and our “Above and Beyond” program puts you in control of the process from start to finish.

“NLI International handles everything when you choose our premium services. This option goes far beyond the comprehensive, standard advantages, with options that include the

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unpacking and inspection of the merchandise, before we contact the consumer to establish a delivery appointment. You may choose to have your item(s) assembled at the delivery terminal, the end-consumer’s address, or a combination of both. Instructions posted with each order enable efficient, accurate assembly by our skilled personnel. Once the product is on-site and assembled, it is set up and placed in the end-consumer’s room of choice. Finally, NLI collects all the packaging materials and removes them for proper recycling or disposal.

“In addition, the NLI International “Above and Beyond” program is a one of a kind program that is utilized for all “white glove deliveries” only. This service includes on site communication between the Client/Partner, an NLI International Customer Service Representative and the Consignee to mitigate a resolution to any delivery issues while in the home. This service is a proactive approach to saving time and money for all parties while ensuring that the delivery experience for the consumer is always, a positive one.”

Drawing on his vast experience in the logistics market, Andrew has a strong insight into industry trends which he is keen to share with us.

“The warehousing, Logistics and Supply Chain market is very much alive and well in Canada but as the world changes and people become more and more able to purchase things online, the need for faster transportation, better networks, faster manufacturing, cheaper product and a complete diversity of services, creates an element of competition that is unparalleled in my experience.

“Carriers in Canada for the most part are successful at their original core competencies however with the new and developing need for home delivery, folks who do not understand the process or the intricacies involved in this very specialized service are competing for market share and failing. Co-loading, cross docking, over handling and sub-contracting are all contributors to failure in this business and “damage” is the number one result of this.

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from around the world see Canada as a very viable market to expand into however a lack of experience and knowledge and a fear of the unknown is a huge obstacle for them. Most of these Companies rely on the eyes and ears of their partners here in Canada to represent and serve their needs and for the most part, they are completely in the dark. I have built a company that understands every aspect of the business and our processes from start to finish are geared to ensure that our Client /Partners are protected and that “their” business is 100% transparent to them.

Looking to the future, Andrew is excited for what is to come as he concludes by sharing the various developments his firm has in store.

“Ultimately, NLI International Corp. is a pioneer in Canada with the ever changing and constantly evolving final mile industry and we have established a solid foundation for a strong and prosperous future. I will stay the course, continue to develop our Network, establish our Brand around the world, increase our sales and continue to build a Team that the competition will be afraid of.

Upcoming developments include Larger facilities, my own trucks moving my line hauls across Canada, expanding our employee base, developing more geographical delivery options, as well as succession planning.

Technological enhancements are always in my mind and as we reach each new threshold.

Overall these developments will help my firm to grow, both domestically and internationally, to support a wider range of clients.”

Company: NLI International Corp.

Contact: Andrew Britton Contact Email: andrew@nliinternational.com Address: 7890 Tranmere Dr, Mississauga, ON L5S 1L9, Canada Phone: 001 289 926 8682 www.transportnews-intl.com

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Best Fashion Supply Chain & Logistics Company - Western Europe & Excellence Award for Logistics Management Netherlands BF Global Logistics specializes in managing the flow of goods that has been activated by increased globalization.

We caught up with Burry Rijnberg to learn more about the firm and the range of services it provides to its valued clients.

“Personal contact is paramount in our business. Our staff is always available to give the customer what he/she needs. Our employees are supported by a highly efficient interactive ICT system. It makes the entire logistic chain totally transparent and ensures optimal communication.”

BF Global Logistics was founded in 2012 by a group of Logistics experts who have been working together for more than 20 years. BF Global Logistics’ start was successful and since inception the firm have obtained a leading position in the Dutch forwarding industry, and they now work with a number of Major S&P 500 retailers in the Fashion and Lifestyle industry supplying their stores in the EU on a daily, secured bases out of its Logistics centres in the Netherlands. Burry discusses the firm’s service offering in more detail and depicts the secrets behind its success.

“Getting the right product to the right place at the right time - and at the right price - means continually investing in an integrated logistics system, distribution facilities, ICT systems and process expertise. All components are available to reduce (logistics) cost and improve customer satisfaction levels.

“Here at BF Global Logistics offers a wide range of logistic solutions that vary from freight to chain management. Moreover, we provide specialized services that are logistic related, such as customs and ICT. As a business we provide a full package of web-based tools to help you manage your orders, inventory and in- and outbound shipments. We use the latest technology combined with profound operational knowledge on supply chain management, freight forwarding and customs to ensure visibility and control of product and information throughout the supply chain.

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Despite the success it has enjoyed over recent years, BF Global Logistics will not be resting on its laurels, as Burry is eager to highlight as he talks us through the firm’s ongoing focus on innovation and development.

“By offering an integrated package of logistics solutions, our business model covers the entire supply chain from design, re-engineering and consulting through forwarding, warehousing and transport services to integrated information management supported by highend fully interfaced systems.

“Additionally, we combine inbound flows (air, ocean, road) with high-end facilities to store goods or to act as cross-dock. All storage can be done in bond or as free circulation goods.

Deliveries to customers in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) are carried out via comprehensive outbound freight forwarding solutions (air, truck, express).”

As he looks towards the future Burry believes that his firm will continue to grow and achieve as it seeks to take over the industry and

provide clients with an even greater level of service and support.

“Ultimately, BF Global Logistics will be the strongest, independent logistic service provider of the Netherlands by constantly offering logistical solutions at competitive rates that are tailored to the specific needs of our customers. We are capable of this due to the dedicated efforts of our employees and our ability to anticipate the ever-changing market circumstances and demands in a professional and decisive manner. Realization of growth, despite the circumstances we operate in, is of the greatest importance.

“Thanks to this growth focus the future looks bright, and we have implemented a special portal for the fashion and lifestyle industry, giving our clients full visibility in the supply chain. This and other developments will ensure our ongoing success.”

Contact: Burry Rijnberg Contact Email: burry.rijnberg@bfglogistics.com Address: Gesworenhoekseweg 3, 5047 TM Tilburg, Netherlands Phone: 0031 6 83651557 Website: bfglogistics.com

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Best Freight Carrier - Alberta Duckering’s Transport Ltd. is a regional, less than truckload transport company within the province of Alberta. We invited Dan Duckering to tell us more about the firm and explore the secrets behind its success.

Founded in 1971, Duckering’s Transport Ltd. is now 3rd generation family owned and operated. A medium size transport company within Central Alberta, Duckering’s Transport has benchmarked industry standards in integrity, professionalism, and reliability for approximately 45 years. With a strong culture of loyal, dedicated, long term employees, Duckering’s Transport provides stable and reliable service, with a focus on safe, efficient and cost effective freight transportation for its customers. Dan is eager to emphasise the collaborative, supportive internal culture his firm embodies and how this benefits both customers and staff alike.

“Boasting one of the highest employee retention rates in the industry, the team at Duckering’s Transport holds great experience when it comes to less than truckload, truckload and specific dedicated operations. Currently, Duckering’s maintains seven terminal facilities in Edmonton, Red Deer, Camrose, Calgary, Medicine Hat, Brooks, and Lethbridge, in addition to a yard site servicing our Fort McMurray customers. Our daily, overnight service extends from the sites north of Fort McMurray right down to the United States border.

“The task of protecting our family-friendly, high service culture is taken serious at all levels and begins right from the first interview.

Our interview process is designed to highlight the personality and behavioral tendencies of new applicants more than their technical skills and work history. We have great faith in our training program, and we feel that we can train people to do whatever job we need, but we only want them on our team if they are going to add value on a personal level.

“Once they are on the team, our management team is accountable for the continuing development of our staff and to ensure all team members are engaged in helping us find solutions. We value the input of our team, and I think they are more engaged because they recognize that they can influence change and they can make a difference.”

As safety leaders in the Alberta transportation industry, Duckering’s Transport has achieved a Certificate of Recognition (COR) status with the WCB since 2000. In 2009, the firm became one of only a handful of regional LTL carriers in Alberta to achieve Partners in Compliance (PIC) status recognized by the Alberta Government. Continuing to maintain this status by well exceeding the high standards set out by the program is vital to the firm’s ongoing success, and as such everyone on the team works hard to remain at the forefront of emerging developments across the industry, as Dan is eager to highlight.

“Staying ahead of the curve when it comes to regulatory changes and developing trends is central to offering our clients the very highest standards of service and building upon our current success. Therefore, our senior management team is encouraged to get involved with business and industry groups that are active with government bodies, and we work to become part of the solutions early on.

Personally, I have been Chairman of the board twice for the Alberta Motor Transport Association, and am currently on the Executive board of the Canadian Trucking Alliance, impacting change on a national level. Carson Stobbe, our Manager of Business Development, is the Director of Transportation for the West Edmonton Business Association, and he speaks with municipal regulators on transportation related matters.

“Being recognized with two Service to the Industry Awards in the last five years is a strong indicator of our commitment to giving back to the industry and supporting the efforts to improve the regulatory environment for all trucking companies.”

Looking to the future, Dan and the team at Duckering’s Transport remain committed to providing the very highest standards of support and service to their clients, as he proudly concludes.

“Fundamentally, our business is focused on being the best solution for the province of Alberta, and as such moving forward we will continue to build out our network until we have complete coverage of the province with overnight service between all points. We want to build on our reputation as being a great partner for shippers and being able to develop solutions where other carriers only see the problem. There is some diversification being contemplated, but it is all about being able to better service Alberta businesses.”

Contact: Dan Duckering Contact Email: danduckering@duckeringstransport.com Address: 7794 47 Avenue Close, Red Deer, AB T4P 2J9, Canada Phone: 001 587 881 0970 www.transportnews-intl.com

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Best Woman-Owned 3PL Management Company - USA East Coast Transport, LLC (ECT), is an innovative Third Party Logistics Company dedicated to providing the very highest standards of service and support. We invited Paul Berman VP of Logistics.

For forty years ECT, a woman-owned minority business, has continuously upheld its values and principles, bringing success to the company, its customers and their employees.

As a 3PL (Third Party Logistics Company), East Coast Transport provides flawlessly executed integrated solutions and consistently delivers value to their customers.

These achievements are only possible because of a strategic focus on implementing innovative technology and programs and their belief in reinvesting in their employees to develop talent. This focused approach has led to continued customer loyalty and profitable growth that enhances the investments. East Coast Transport has a wide range of customers from some of the largest companies in the USA such as Butterball, LLC, Poland SpringsNestles Waters, Del Monte Fresh, Seaboard Foods, J & J Snack Foods, Accurate Box, and Coca-Cola. Working with such a wide range of clients, the firm need to offer the very highest standards of service, as Paul explains.

“ECT offers many services including management services, rail, and ocean transportation but most our services are based in truck transportation including; vans, refrigerated, and flatbed services. Our success is motivated by core the values from Tina Latta, managing member/Owner of ECT, who helps drive our firm to the success it is today.

“In addition to strong leadership, we are very fortunate to have an outstanding team of professionals that understand that each customer is unique and deserves individual custom solutions. Our job is to make our customer exceed their customer service requirements every time. Additionally, ECT is Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017

made up of a diversified group of professionals that have many years of experience in all aspects of supply chain that understands each of our customer’s needs.”

To remain at the forefront of emerging developments in the market, ECT is a proud member of TIA (Transportation Intermediaries Association) who provide real time information pertaining to regulatory compliance and valuable industry information. Paul himself is a member of the TIA Highway Logistics committee member engaging with other logistics professionals addressing regulatory reform. Technology is also vital to offer the most up to date solutions, and as such the firm is dedicated to offering the latest solutions, as Paul emphasises.

“To ensure that we are always offering cutting edge solutions, ECT continues to make major investments in technology such as MCLEOD Software to support all company functions including accounting, FMCSA compliance, tracking and tracing ECT also uses EDI (Electronic Data Integration) to ensure live and accurate data communications with our customers.

“Macro Point delivers a cost effective, third party load tracking solution engineered to “Track ANY Load.” It is a global freight visibility platform for shippers, brokers and 3PLs to get real-time visibility on the freight they have given to 3rd party carriers. This cloud-based SaaS solution works on any cell phone, with existing in-cab ELD/GPS and trailer tracking devices, rail car providers, and other modes to provide real-time location monitoring and tracking, delivery monitoring, and event notifications to third parties.

Integrated with a wide range of TMS systems, Macro Point automates the entire process, eliminating the need for drivers to check in with dispatchers, and for shippers and brokers to check in with carriers.

“ECT also uses CargoNet that provides a security protection network so East Coast Transport can let customers know that particular areas of the country have high

thefts rates, especially for certain cargo types. CargoNet not only reports and follows up on thefts and suspicious activities, but it also works with law enforcement to locate hijacked cargo.

“All these systems provide information that is important protection we provide for our company and our customers ensuring carriers meet and or exceed our company and customers’ standards for safe and reliable transportation.”

Moving forward, ECT is keen to build upon its current success and grow even further as it seeks to offer clients the service they need in this ever evolving market, as Paul concludes.

“Looking ahead, a primary investment for ECT is focusing our efforts selecting and implementing world class vendors to support us servicing our customer s. Our expectations are that we will attract a wide range of customers to become their go to company for all their transportation and logistics needs.

This year has proven that our expansion as a Full Service 3PL has become a reality, and we will continue to add additional services to our portfolio.”

Contact: Paul Berman Contact Email: pberman@ect3pl.com Address: MC#-154009, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, 33410, USA Phone: 800-257-7877

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Best Online Freight Marketplace North America Freightera is an award winning online freight marketplace automating freight shipping and increasing operating margins for carriers and B2B freight shippers. We caught up with Eric Beckwitt to find out more.

Freightera creates partnerships and systems and promotes new technologies that allow business to find the best price and lowest emission transportation options. Over 4,200 manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers in the US and Canada use Freightera for 24/7 online access to billions of all-inclusive freight rates and instant freight booking. As such the firm needs to offer the very highest standards of service and support, as Eric emphasises.

“Here at Freightera we provide instant all-inclusive LTL, TL and intermodal rate quotes for business to business freight shipping in the US, Canadian and cross border markets.

Freightera also provides same day manual quoting for multiple additional services that are in the advanced stages of automation, including temperature controlled LTL/FTL, flatbed, heavy haul and container services. In Q2 or Q3 2017 we will start offering air and ocean rates as well. We achieve excellence by continuously improved automatic processes, 100% online instant booking, and unmatched 5 star customer service.

“Fundamentally, we attribute our success to our unique, visionary approach to integrating the global freight marketplace, starting in North America, to our team and culture, and our rapidly growing and excellent relationships with our customers, carriers, investors, partners and enthusiastic adopters of this new freight platform. The core Freightera system is completely custom designed and programmed, allowing us to create, and continuously improve a completely new cutting edge cloud based freight quote and booking

system. That said, we also pay close attention to recommendations of our customers, investors and partners, and do our best to integrate the best available systems wherever possible to provide greatest value to our B2B shipper clients and transport partners.”

Currently, the North American logistics and supply chain transport market is in the process of rapid change. New technologies and systems are quickly disrupting traditional 3PLs, providing unmatched transparency and opportunity for cost savings and efficiency.

B2B freight shippers and transport companies both stand to benefit hugely from the adoption of these new technologies, which offer opportunities for load consolidation, increased carrier profitability, decreased air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, and reduced shipping costs, all at once. There are huge opportunities for win-win between all major parties in the supply chain and transport sector.

As such, moving forward Freightera is determined to build upon its current success and grow even further as it looks towards a bright and exciting future, as Eric concludes.

“Looking ahead, Freightera is rapidly expanding in North America in 2017. Currently we have over 9 billion unique service routes in our automated system. By comparison North America’s largest LTL carrier by revenue, FedEx Freight, has about 400 million lanes.

We are currently growing at about 600 million new lanes per month, and if all goes well will accelerate to nearly 10 billion lanes per month in late 2017. By the end of 2017 we can be up to 50-100 times larger than the North American coverage of FedEx Freight in terms of rate avail¬ability, and then we are expanding overseas. Our goal, within 2-3 years, is to be the world’s best online freight marketplace, offering instant all-inclusive freight rates between any two locations on earth.

“Within the marketplace itself we believe that rapid automation and process improvements in global freight transport will be key to achieving international climate change targets and avoiding potentially severe impacts from

rising sea levels, extreme weather events and crop failures associated with global climate change. Therefore, Freightera is pioneering a market based, non-regulatory emissions reduction process that is already reducing C02 and NOx emissions 60—80% on select lanes in North America. We have written on the green future of freight for the G7 Summit in Japan, and Freightera was invited to present recommendations for industry participation at the 2016 UN Climate Change Conference in Marrakesh. In all cases Freightera is working on an open, industry led, non-regulatory approach, and serving as key collaborator with governments on the essential issue. One of the first fruits of this process is the new North American Low Emission Freight Marketplace, created in collaboration with the Natural Resources Canada SmartWay certification program, where shipper can find and select the lowest emission option for shipping freight in North America.”

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Contact: Eric Beckwitt Contact Email: eric.beckwitt@freightera.com Address: Office 8036, 200-375 Water Street, Vancouver, VBC V6B 0M9, Canada Phone: 001 604 899 4081 www.transportnews-intl.com

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Most Reliable Cargo Handling Company 2017 Dnata is a market leading cargo handling company supporting clients around the world. We invited Bernd Struck to tell us more about the firm and the services it offers.

In 1959 dnata started out as a ground-handling operation with just five employees. Today, the firm has grown into one of the largest combined air services provider in the world with over 38,000 employees across six continents. The firm operate in 129 airports in 84 countries today, offering ground handling, cargo, catering and travel services to over 400 airline customers. Bernd comments on the vastness of this operation and how the company works to ensure that clients receive the very highest standards of service and support.

implementation of innovation in the UAE. It offers a comprehensive, highly integrated and cost-effective trading platform to all air cargo supply chain stakeholders, including GSSA’s, Airlines, Forwarders, Third Party Logistics Providers and Ground Handlers. Built mainly for the small-to-medium enterprises, Calogi allows the cargo community to seamlessly trade in a paper-free environment.”

“Here at dnata, our cargo business spans three continents and handles over 2.8 million tonnes annually. That is over 7,700 tonnes of cargo every day. Despite this monumental task, even under extreme conditions, our people deliver on the promise to send each item on its way in a safe and timely manner.

Our cargo operations continue to expand internationally and so, more often than not, it is our people loading and unloading the shipments at each end – with the same care and dedication every time.”

“Looking ahead, our vision is to become the world’s most admired air services provider.

Not necessarily the biggest, but certainly the best. Every one of our employees has our mission in mind with every task – to deliver the promises our customers make, in a timely and safe way. Our strong focus on safety and security combined with clearly defined values like delighting our customers to name just one keep us on track to achieving our vision.”

Ultimately, dnata is keen to grow even further and support a wider range of clients, Bernd concludes.

Operating in such a fast paced market, dnata needs to ensure that it remains at the forefront of the latest technological developments in order to offer clients cutting edge services, as Bernd explains: “To ensure that we are at the forefront of emerging development we are continually pioneering industry standards through investment in technology. Our Cargo Integrated Command Centre (CICC) is the most recent example. It really is a modern investment in a technologically advanced control room that monitors and manages all our cargo export operations. It also broke down barriers between our teams and all government agencies by offering everyone one combined work space. Our CICC includes a special cargo acceptance area and a new office space for airline and freight forwarding customers for a consistent and collaborative product delivery.

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Company: Dnata Contact: Bernd Struck Contact Email: Bernd.Struck@dnata.com Address: Cargo Business Development P.O.Box 522, Dubai, UAE Phone: 0097146064001

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Best Energy Project Logistics Company Mexico ICI Proyectos, the Project Division of BASE logistika, is a Mexican specialist in project cargo logistics. We profiled the firm to find out more.

BASE logistika is a Mexican company with more than 20 years of experience, offering logistics solutions by integrating Customs brokering, Transportation, Rigging, Lifting and Storage services for Global Companies with Manufacturing, MRO and Construction activities participating in the Energy Sector in Mexico.

world through their extensive agent network of freight forwarders and many other experienced suppliers specialized on large scale projects.

ICI Proyectos is BASE logistika’s Project Cargo Division with over 60 infrastructure projects valued at more than US 25 Billion including Power Generation plants, Pipelines, Refineries, Petrochemical and other large Capital Investment Projects.

Significant investments have already been detonated along the value chain, with hundreds of international companies involved in Energy Sector Projects and Campaigns. BASE logistika, including its ICI Proyectos Division, is ready to be their local partner to help them with their logistics and international trade needs.

A measure of their leadership in their target markets is their involvement in the construction of more than 17,000 MW of power generation facilities. This is equal to 57% of the capacity added to the Mexican Electric System between 1996-2016, and 27% of the total installed generation capacity of Mexico.

Integrity, Commitment and Innovation - BLK’s Core Values - have enabled them to produce what no other company, domestic or international, has achieved in Mexico.

ICI Proyectos has the capacity to offer Factory-to-Site solutions from/to anywhere in the

The Outlook for Infrastructure Projects in Mexico is positive due to the recently enacted Energy Reform.

Company: BASE logistika / ICI Proyectos Contact: Armando Lee Contact Email: armando.lee@baselogistika.com Address: Alfonso Nápoles Gándara 50 piso 4, Colonia Peña Blanca Santa Fe, 01210, Mexico Phone: +52 (55) 5005 9672 Website: www.baselogistika.com www.transportnews-intl.com

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Best Aircraft Handling Company & Transport CEO of the Year 2017 West Africa The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (Nahco Aviance) is the leading provider of passenger handling, passenger facilitation, cargo handling/ warehousing, aircraft handling, aviation training and crew transportation in Nigeria and indeed the entire west African sub-region. We spoke to Norbert Bielderman to find out more.

Nahco Aviance was incorporated by the Federal Government in partnership with some international Airlines in 1979 and became fully privatized in 2005. It is currently owned by over 80,000 individual shareholders, Air France, Lufthansa Airlines, SYCOR Private Investment Limited, Rosehill Group Limited and AWHUA Resources.

The Company has operations in 13 airports across Nigeria where it provides excellent services to some of world’s leading airlines.

These include British Airways, Air France/ KLM, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic Airways, Delta Airlines, Alitalia, Emirates and Qatar Airlines. Others include Royal Air Maroc, Meridiana, Turkish Airlines, Kenyan Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, DHL, Aero Contractors, Dana Air, Hak Air, First Nation, ASKY Airlines and Air Peace. Norbert explains how the firm works to provide the very highest standards of cargo handling services to these esteemed clients.

“Nahco Aviance is the number one air cargo handling company in Nigeria. We handle Cargo documentation services for airlines, execute import and export cargo facilitation through Nigeria’s biggest network of customs bonded warehouses in Lagos, Kano, Abuja, Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017

Enugu and Port Harcourt, using first class software which ensures safe storage and easy retrieval of cargoes.

“Although our firm does not in itself provide clearing and forwarding services, it has a subsidiary company that does that. The 100 percent Nahco owned Mainland Cargo Options (MCO), engages in large scale freight forwarding services, import clearing services, sea freight services, packaging services, etc.

Overall, with our state-of-the-art warehouse, dedicated workforce and GSEs, we have continued to lead the competition in all our areas of operations.”

“Looking ahead, we expect a prosperous future for the company; not because there would be no challenges, but because the prospects for success are more than the challenges that line the way. Currently, more state governments are building airports. These would need to be serviced. The government is making efforts to diversify the economy and encourage exportation of goods. As these plans continue to materialize, there would be more businesses for ground handlers. Also, despite the high mortality rate of airlines in the country, more people continue to invest in airline business.

All these opportunities give us hope that the future of the industry is bright.”

With an ultra – modern warehouse that is second to none in the entire West _ African sub-region, Nahco Aviance provides warehousing services for clients that include airlines, logistic companies, big time importers and exporters, government agencies and ministries and manufacturers. The Nahco Aviance import warehouse can conveniently handle 230,000 tonnes of import per annum.

Just beside the Import Warehouse is the firm’s export warehouse with a capacity to handle more than 60,000 tonnes of cargo per annum.

Norbert is incredibly proud of this state of the art facility.

“Our warehouse has a modern cold room which caters for temperature sensitive shipments. The cold room is supplied with 24/7 power from public power supply and Nahco Aviance standby heavy duty generators. Our warehouse is also well equipped for handling of dangerous goods as well as special goods.”

One of the new projects, currently being developed, is a state of the art facility dedicated to handle pharmaceutical products in Lagos and finally throughout Nigeria. We trust to be operational by the end of 2017.

Moving forward the future looks bright for Nahco Aviance, as the firm seeks to build upon its current success, as Norbert proudly concludes.

Contact: Norbert Bielderman Contact Email: N.Bielderman@nahcoaviance.com Address: Nahco House, Murtala Muhammed International Airport, P.M.B. 013, Ikeja-Lagos, Nigeria Phone: 00 234 80 636 05525 Website: www.nahcoaviance.com

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Best Air Charter Operator 2017 - UK SaxonAir’s charter service provides logistical benefits to many private and commercial companies around the world.

We invited Chris Mace to talk us through the firm and how it works to provide the very highest standards of service and support to its valued clients.

SaxonAir was established in 2007 with the aim of providing a flexible, convenient and cost effective private air travel and associated aviation support services. Chris discusses the services offered in more detail and how the firm works to provide the very highest standards of support to its clients.

“Here at SaxonAir our air charter division of the company flies from bases throughout Europe, and operates worldwide holding two Air Operator’s approvals covering both Helicopter and Private Jet operations. Individuals within the business have a wealth of experience in delivering, operating and managing a wide variety of aircraft, which enables us to provide our clients with exactly the right aircraft for their journey – a one-stop solution. Specific aircraft operating bases are located at London Luton, London Stansted, Norwich, Cambridge and Denham airports with a mix of 11 aircraft now in the fleet ranging from entry level jets to ultra-long range jets and helicopters.

“SaxonAir’s clients vary both with the wide variety of services they provide and reason why they travel privately. The main client reasons for travel are split between that of business and leisure. Added to this we also have specialist teams of people and bespoke services in key area such as offshore logistics and sports travel. Our team specialise in dealing with the contrasting requests we receive and always strive to provide the best possible solution aimed at exceeding our customers’ expectations.”

In addition to its main charter services, Helicopter charter allows flights direct to the heart of the client’s destination, with landing capability at Hotels, Country Clubs, Estates and even gardens. Major sporting events such as Royal Ascot, Silverstone Grand Prix and the British Golf Open are only a few of the locations that prove very popular for beating the crowds and flying straight into the event.

To ensure efficiency and effectiveness, the firm works hard to remain at the forefront of the latest technical developments in the industry, as Chris highlights.

“At SaxonAir we use a lot of online platforms to help with efficiency. Aircraft are expensive assets that cost a considerable amount to keep in the air and the ability to provide any savings in flight time not only cuts down costs but reduces our carbon footprint.

“Our live flight tracking and operational scheduling software drives a sales link to our empty leg flights, which allows us to market the empty aircraft positioning sectors created from full passenger charters and link them to passenger demands for those specific routes or flights that take place in those regions.”

Overall, SaxonAir is dedicated to continuing, developing further and building upon its current success over the months and years ahead, as Chris concludes.

“As we look to the future, our aim is to continue developing SaxonAir to be a leader in the provision of aviation services, ensuring safety and integrity are at the heart of the operation with valued staff passionate about delivery of a service aimed at exceeding our customer expectations.

“Further company expansion is expected to come from an increase in diversification from the aviation service sectors and specifically from more managed aircraft services. This is where we provide a management package to run all oversight and operational control of an aircraft for clients who wish to own their own aircraft. In between the owners use we can offer the aircraft into the commercial charter market and pay a return to the owner to offset some of their own flying costs.”

Company: SaxonAir Charter Ltd Contact: Chris Mace Contact Email: charter@saxonair.com Address: Klyne Business Aviation Centre, Norwich Airport, Norwich, NR6 6JT, UK Phone: 01603 518118 Web Address: www.saxonair.com

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Best Specialist Customs Clearance Company - East Africa & Excellence Award for Film Production Logistics 2017 Filmline, is Kenyan-based firm clearing forwarding firm specialised in handling special film cargo, equipment and crew. We profile the firm to find out more.

The dawn of the last decade heralded the birth of Filmline Limited in 1990 thanks to a great inspiration by two gentlemen Mr Terry Clegg and Robert Halmi. Their vision was anchored on the need to establish a vibrant outfit to venture into the niche market of clearing cargo for the filming industry. Thanks to the directors’ whose hard work and thirst for success, this vision gradually turned into reality. But it was not until 1995 when the firm sprung to life and has since blossomed into the distinguished clearing and forwarding firm that is today redefining the film industry.

Filmline has been in the business since then, and we have had the opportunity to experience phenomenal growth in time as the firm witness the film industry grow in tandem having exclusively pioneered the business of clearing cargo and equipment and crew in the shortest time possible.

The firm has always been there and is proud to be associated with world’s famous Big Cat Diary produced by the BBC at the great Massai Mara, to the captivating Constant Gardener, The riveting CBS produced Survivor Series (Shaba), The White Massai, Out of Africa and famous South African Cry for Freedom (Sarafina) among others.

Through its vast service offering the company offers an all-encompassing approach to global logistics management. From monitoring your equipment as soon as order is placed to delivering finished products to its destination, the firm’s experts work with clients to streamline and manage their process. Filmline has the strength and scope to improve all aspects of clients shipment from international forwarding via any mode of transportation to Just-In-Time and Quick Response strategies for inventory and warehousing management.

Collaboration is key in any artistic industry, therefore Filmline is a proud member of

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World Cargo Alliance (WCA). As part of this ever expanding network we have the ability to assist with clearing worldwide with our strong global network we have cemented relationships with reputable agents. It allows us to provide you with the best possible service at the best possible rate.

This vast agent networks spans across the globe. In America the firm work with SecoWorldwide, In ITALY they are linked to Cechectti and Speed-Cop. In the UK Dynamic International and DHL Global Forwarding of BBC London are their links and so is Germany’s Multi Logistics. In Africa, Film Freight and Pioneer Freight are the firm’s main agents.

Overall, Filmline is synonymous with the biggest film productions and documentaries to have ever been created on Kenyan soil.

Filmline is the face of the largest and most popular commercials to have been recorded in this region thanks to its unrivalled expertise in handling and clearing cargo and equipment and crew meant for such undertakings.

Address: P.O. Box 76531 code 00508 Tel : + 254722412818/+254733412818 General Office Email: filmline@africaonline.co.ke Website. www.filmlineltd.com

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Most Innovative Light-Rail Service 2017 - West Midlands Pre Metro Operations Limited (PMOL) is the smallest train operating company in the UK and currently operates a single route between Stourbridge Junction and Stourbridge Town in the West Midlands, with a service running every 10 minutes from Monday to Saturday and a 15-minute frequency on a Sunday. We profile this innovative service to find out more.

PMOL’s route is part of the West Midlands rail franchise and is sub-contracted to PMOL by the franchisee, London Midland. The Shuttle has operated since 2009, giving it a 7-day operation providing the best and most reliable service this line has seen in its 130-plus year history; reliability of the service currently stands at a Public Performance Measure (PPM) of 99.7%, making it the most reliable train service in the UK. The company is at the forefront of the Low Cost Railway concept.

The PMOL Stourbridge operation offers passengers a quality, cost-effective service, with a proven safety record and with environmental credentials. The company currently operates with Class 139 LPG fuelled/flywheel hybrid railcars, manufactured in the UK. The adoption of this innovative propulsion technology gives a distinct environmental advantage over other transport modes and, as far as is reasonably practical, the company strives to use products and processes which minimise negative impacts on the environment. This level of innovation is significant within the transport sector, which remains heavily reliant on traditionally manufactured heavy vehicles. The Railcars PMOL is currently operating offer a significantly low level of exhaust emissions, with performance in terms of energy consumption and maintenance costs

being monitored and reported upon as an ongoing process.

Since inception PMOL has flourished and is now in the position where it can offer a portfolio of low-cost train services to existing operators who need to improve passenger growth, reliability and punctuality figures, which in turn will improve customer service and help to cut the cost of conventional heavy rail operations. The Stourbridge Shuttle operation has proven the case for light rail connectivity, giving passengers faster and more cost-effective journeys, whilst benefiting transport operators with a clean, green connection service to mainline transport rail stations and Town Centre hubs. Climate change is a defining challenge of the 21st century, with the government leading the way for global action to reduce carbon emissions. The de-carbonisation of our transport networks will play a considerable part in meeting the challenging targets for carbon reduction. Low-cost rail can also bring benefits to the mobility impaired through the provision of a fully accessible system, a matter very much at the heart of PMOL’s Managing Director, Phil Evans.

To support the wider community, at PMOL, passenger service is at the forefront of everything done. Staff are committed to offering a friendly, helpful service and value for money. The company has carried nearly 4 million passengers to date and grown patronage by 50% in just over 7 years, with vehicle maintenance carried out in house, by our own engineers. Operational costs have been cut to approximately 50% of conventional heavy rail operations and reliability, according to published PPM (Public Performance Measure) figures, now stands at 99.7%, making PMOL Operations the most reliable train operating company in the UK. Since the start of operation the company has not ceased operations through strikes or staff dissatisfaction.

Overall, the Stourbridge Shuttle’s success is just the beginning. With plans to demonstrate and promote light rail use throughout the UK, PMOL will work in partnership with transport industry leaders, in order to bring a more environmentally sound and cost-effective

public transport solution to the population. So far the firm have proven that a reliable service can create a demand for the Low Cost Railway as an integral part of the overall transport scene, and will continue to do so as it looks towards a prosperous future.

Company: Pre Metro Operations Ltd Contact: Phil Evans Contact Email: Premetro@aol.com Address: Regent House, 56 Hagley Road, Stourbridge, DY8 1QD, UK Web Address: www.premetro.co.uk www.transportnews-intl.com

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Best Freight Forwarding Company 2017 & Award for Excellence in Freight Logistics IT - Europe GEODIS is a Supply Chain Operator ranking among the top companies in its field in Europe and the world.

We profile the firm to find out more about the range of services it provides.

Established in 1904 GEODIS has grown into a Lead Logistics Provider which manages its customers’ supply chain by providing end-toend solutions enabled by its infrastructure, its people, processes and systems. The firm’s mission, vision and values reflect the organization’s identity, approach and what its bring to the partnership with its customers.

Since inception the firm has flourished, and GEODIS is now part of SNCF Logistics, which in turn is a business line of the SNCF Group, is the number one Transport and Logistics operator in France and ranked number four in Europe. The international reach includes a direct presence in 67 countries and a global network spanning over 120 countries.

With its five lines of business (supply chain optimization, freight forwarding, contract logistics, distribution and express and road transport), GEODIS manages its customers Supply Chain by providing endto-end solutions enabled by our people, our infrastructure, processes and systems.

To ensure that it provides ethical services at all times, GEODIS is committed to operating in an ethical and transparent manner. The governance of the Group is comprised of several decision-making bodies: a Supervisory Board that ensures the proper management Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017

of the Group by the Executive Board, an Executive Board that is responsible for the management of the company and a Management Board that sets out the main policy directions of the Group and operates the business. The Ethics committee made up of the CEO, the EVP´s of the Lines of Business and the General Counsel is responsible for the application of the Ethics Charter and all ethics-related issues. In addition, GEODIS places great emphasis on workforce-wide buyin of a strong ethics and compliance culture.

Fundamentally, strengthened by its history and experience, GEODIS has over time successfully developed its transport and logistics activities as part of a continuously renewed dynamic. As the growth partner for its clients, the group brings adapted and reliable responses to tomorrow’s challenges by drawing on its proven and longstanding expertise.

Company: GEODIS Contact: Michael Zuchold Contact Email: Michael.Zuchold@geodis.com Address: c/o Geodis Wilson Germany GmbH & Co KG, Hammerbrookstraße 89, Hamburg, 20097, Germany Phone: 0049174 9 09 87 88 Website: www.geodis.com

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Best Global Supply Chain Management Consultancy 2017 State of Flux is a global procurement and supply chain consultancy specialising in supplier management, contract lifecycle management, and category management and strategic sourcing. We spoke to Chairman and Founder Alan Day to find out more.

Headquartered in London, UK, State of Flux was founded in 2004 by Alan Day, and has since grown into a leading procurement and supply chain consultancy providing contract lifecycle management, category management and strategic sourcing, and supplier management services. The firm work with clients globally, and have offices across the major cities in Europe and Asia Pacific, such as Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland, Athens and London, as well as its latest addition, an office in Chicago to support its American clientele.

Alan discusses the firm’s service offering in more detail and outlines how the company works to ensure that clients receive the service they need.

“Here at State of Flux we act a strategic business partner to multinational companies, major public sector organisations and high growth companies, working closely with clients to help improve their procurement and supply chain capabilities, and deliver value and sustainable performance.

“Among our service offering we offer life cycle management support, with a focus on buy cycle management. Our combination of consultancy, technology and training services helps us to ensure that we offer clients unique solutions tailored to meet their needs.”

This triple combination of consultancy, technology and training is vital to State of Flux’s success, especially in such an ever evolving market, as Alan explains.

“Currently the supply chain and procurement market is changing rapidly, as the market becomes increasingly visible and costs rise.

Supply chains are both more powerful and more vulnerable to competition as firms work to become not just suppliers, but partners to their clients. Value has changed in the procurement space; it is no longer about just providing a product, but about offering a service and solving an issue for clients, for example mitigating risk.

“In this space, State of Flux are in a unique position to offer a holistic solution thanks to the variety of services we are able to provide.

Our solutions are based on data collected from nine years of annual research into Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) practices, gathered from more than 1,500 global companies and 750,000 data points. As the global expert in supplier relationship management (SRM), we help large organisations achieve both financial and non-financial value benefits, through working with strategic suppliers to identify innovative & collaborative ways to compete in an ever changing market environment.

To offer the very highest standards of service and support, the firm is made up of a dynamic team of individuals with a diverse array of backgrounds. What this team has in common is that they are all innovative and client-focused individuals who are passionate about what they do, as well as being experts in procurement and supply chain practices.

“Additionally, we are working on the redesign of our supplier management software Statess, to improve the user experience and cognitive support it provides. This will enable us to meet the ever changing needs of our clients in this fast paced market, and we are excited for the opportunities for success that this will provide.”

Looking to the future, State of Flux will be looking to build upon its current success and support even more clients around the world.

The firm’s new office in Chicago is just the beginning, as Alan is proud to conclude.

“Recently we opened a new office in Chicago, and already we have acquired a number of interesting contacts and clients. Moving forward, our focus will be on building upon this success and working collaboratively with our clients around the world to support them as they grow and flourish.

Contact: Patrice Day Contact Email: Patrice.Day@stateofflux.co.uk Address: 222-225 Strand, London, WC2R 1BA, UK Phone: 07557656995 Website: www.stateofflux.co.uk

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Most Renowned Aviation Consultancy 2017 AvCon Worldwide (Holdings) Ltd is an innovative group of consultancy firms offering a wide range of services to clients across the aviation market.

We profile the firm to find out more.

AvCon Worldwide started its business as AvCon Worldwide Limited in 2006, with AvCon Worldwide (Holdings) Limited incorporated in 2016 has taken over all the business rights of AvCon Worldwide Limited.

Currently AvCon Worldwide (Holdings) Limited has two subsidiaries in Hong Kong and Singapore for dedicated aircraft transactions.

For start-up support through to AOC application services and airline finance support, the firm can support almost every aspect of airline management and ensure success for clients. It goes without saying that this includes a detailed consultation; clients can depend on the firm’s professional experience to find the right solution for them, confidently, quickly and without complication.

The firm offers aviation consulting services (for start-up airline projects, airlines, civil aviation authorities, other aviation industry segments), aircraft finance (debt finance, equity finance, EETC, JOLCO, sale & leaseback, export credit agency guarantee based transactions, etc), aircraft lease, aircraft trade, VVIP jet conversion from commercial airliner to VVIP jet), charter operations other aviation related business activities.

Ultimately, AvCon Worldwide (Holdings) Limited has the experience, expertise and dedication to support any client in developing the right strategy and arrangements to ensure the best possible outcome for their business.

To ensure the very highest standards of service possible, the company a team of competent, committed and experienced industry experts from all around the world.

Planning, operations, sales and marketing, ground handling, in-flight services, IT, maintenance, airport operations and other parts of airline and aviation industry are fully covered to offer one stop service for its clients’ needs.

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Company: AvCon Worldwide (Holdings) Ltd Contact: James Kim Contact Email: jkim@avconworldwide.aero Address: 1/19 Belgrave Gardens, London, NW8 0QY, UK Phone: 00 20 7624 5605

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Best Helicopter Charter Ireland Drawing on over 18 years’ experience in the market, Executive Helicopters is an Irish owned Irish based helicopter company which is owned and managed by Capt.

Chris Shiel ATPL who has over 10,000 aircraft hours. We profile the firm to learn more.

Having been established 1999, Executive Helicopters draws on over 18 years’ experience to support the high end corporate sector, Heli-golfing being a particular speciality. The company operates a fleet of aircraft ranging from EC120’s ideal for a four ball heli-golfing trip to a luxurious nine passenger AS365 Dauphin.

The firms’ mission is to provide bespoke safe, efficient, professional and luxurious passenger transport through demanding high levels of competence in all aspects of its business. To achieve this Executive hires only the very best staff, comprising of Mature Pilots who are only hired with a minimum of 2,000 hours years (average 5,000) with proven years of experience.

Current trends in the high-end aircraft market are towards demand for higher aircraft specifications and comfort, and Executive aims to meet these by providing high specification aircraft alongside great service. Local Knowledge, cost efficiencies in positioning and re-active ability to last minute

flights are all key factors which mark the firm out as the best possible option for its clients.

Overall, with almost 20years experience in the business, Executive is unsurpassed in local knowledge and pilot experience. Looking to the future, continued growth is on the firm’s horizon for the foreseeable future. Time will become more and more valuable and as such Executive will continue to extend its fleet to meet these demands.

Company: Executive Helicopters Contact: Geraldine Shiel Contact Email: operations@executive-helicopters.com Address: Rockhill, Woodford, Co. Galway, Ireland Phone: 353909749764 www.transportnews-intl.com

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Best Freight Forwarding Company 2017 - Taiwan Marine-Land-Air Transportation Co., Ltd. (MLAT), is a Taiwan based firm dedicated to providing a high quality and efficient forwarding service throughout the world. We invited Joe Jwu to talk us through the firm and the services it provides.

Founded in 1969, MLAT have since grown into pioneers in the Taiwan Market as one of the top five forwarders. Joe discusses the firm’s service offering in more detail and outlines the secrets behind the firm’s success.

“MLAT is an international freight forwarding company in Taiwan. Our clients are in business of electronic, computer, mobile phone, machinery, bicycle and automobile component markets, and include household names such as LG, ADVANTECH, MEDIATEK, ASUS, GIGABYTE, MSI, ACER, HTC and GIANT. “Through our work, MLAT is focusing on air freight business as well as relative areas such as ocean freight, customs brokerage, air freight master loader, trucking and warehousing services. We aim to have comprehensive and flexible tailor made services to achieve excellence in each area.”

The freight forwarding industry is at its mature stage in Taiwan. The majority of mass production/labour intensive factories are moving out of Taiwan to China and the SouthEast Asia countries (Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia...etc.). Therefore, it is changing from Seller to Buyer’s market as the space oversupply over the cargo available.

Recently the weakened US Dollar is also affecting the Export Volume and Revenue, but despite this Joe believes that MLAT will continue to build upon its current success as it looks towards an exciting future.

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All the key staffs of MLAT aim to create new product/service every year. With the new product/service successfully established, we develop the new market and clients.

Consequently, new method of operation to generate better profit margin is developed through those new additional business.

At MLAT, we treat everyone who works in our company as a member of the family for as long as they carry Loyalty, Unity and Sincerity in their character. Therefore, there are more than 50% of our family members have been over 20 years and 25% have been over 30 years. The success is always shared among the family members.

“Looking ahead, MLAT continues to updating our computer systems and software to ensure that it operates at peak efficiency in order to build upon our current success and grow even further.”

Contact: Mr. Joe Jwu Contact Email: joejwu@mlat.com.tw Address: 2Fl., No.3, Lane 155 Tun Hua North Rd., 105 Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C. Phone: + 886 2 2713 9156 Web Address: www.mlat.com.tw

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Best Temperature Controlled Logistics Company - Egypt Logistica E2E Services is an Egypt based 3PL supply chain partner. We invited Sherif Abdel Messih to share the secrets behind the firm’s success.

Logistica’s state of the art facilities in utilises over 50,000 SQM utilizes the latest in warehouse management technologies, providing the necessary resources to enhance supply chain efficiency. Sheirif discusses how the firm’s facility allows it to offer the solutions its clients need.

“At Logistica, our innovative facility is equipped with all the highest quality of installations following international standards, which allows it to function with complete safety and security. Having a dry, cold chain installation (-30°C to + 15°C) and temperature-controlled space (+15°C to +25°C) at our warehouse gives Logistica a competitive edge.

With continuous guaranteed of supply energy from the grid and backed by diesel generators it will give our clients the peace of mind that their products are well maintained. We provide the necessary resources to complement our client’s logistic service requirements and to enhance their supply chain efficiency.

“To complement our client’s end-to-end needs, Logistica provides distribution services with or without temperature control. With a fully monitored system, the safety of your products is a must for our clients. Due to the diversity in our activities we are proud to be partners with the most reputable organizations like IKEA, GSK, British American Tobacco, Astra Zeneca, Huawei, Nokia-Alcatel.”

Overall, the Egyptian logistics industry is highly fragmented and competitive, and as such firms such as Logistica have to work hard to remain ahead and provide their clients with the services they require. Despite the challenges this presents, Sherif is confident that his firm can continue to thrive and support even more clients as it looks towards a bright future.

“Ultimately, at Logistica our vision is to have several warehouse locations across Egypt serving our clients to ensure that we always meet their needs and exceed their expectations.”

Contact: Sherif Abdel Messih Contact Email: sherif.messih@logistica.com.eg Address: 6 El Hesn St. Giza, Giza, 12211, Egypt Phone: +2 0122 212 47 79 Web Address: www.logistica.com.eg

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Best Luxury Aircraft Charter - South Africa Angel Gabriel Aeronautics is an innovative charter company based in South Africa. We spoke to Dylan Coppard to learn more about this unique firm and the services it offers.

Since 2011 Angel Gabriel Aeronautics has been reinventing the local charter model and evolving it into a complex set of multiple air taxis routes to meet demand. The abundance of remote luxury lodges in Southern Africa, coupled with the vast distances between them has always created a demand for air charters.

Now, for many of these destinations, travellers can enjoy the cost savings and convenience of a per seat air taxi service.

As the demand for such services grows, so does the competition, and as such the firm has to work hard to ensure that clients receive the very highest standards of service, as Dylan explains.

“Since inception, Angel Gabriel Aeronautics has always strived for excellence. A common saying amongst our staff is ‘If you are not going to do it properly, then do not do it at all’, and this encapsulates the ethos of the company, which is to try our best to make every passenger feel like a VIP. “Fundamentally, service excellence is key to our brand, and this is something that is openly discussed amongst the staff on a daily basis.

In order to reach this goal, we encourage relationships to be developed, not only within our company, but between ourselves, our suppliers, and the lodges that we service.

This notion of a common product, amongst all the members of the supply chain and ourselves means that everyone is working towards delivering the best service for our Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017

passengers. Honest communication is key and we integrate this into every aspect of our company.”

Looking ahead, Dylan believes that Angel Gabriel Aeronautics will continue to grow and flourish as the firm starts to work with new clients, as he proudly concludes.

“As awareness of our current routes spreads through the tourism industry we are approached by more and more lodges to potentially start new routes to service their destinations. We started with the original route of JHB-Limpopo Valley, and have already grown to opening routes for Mala Mala and Marataba lodges. Our latest route, MaunLimpopo Valley, launched in June 2017. We are optimistic that moving forward, routes that are still being developed will be finalised and details can be released to the trade, and we are excited to be able to bid for them and grow our business.”

Company: Angel Gabriel Aeronautics Contact: Dylan Coppard Contact Email: dylan@angelgabriel.co.za Address: Airport Rd, Lanseria, Johannesburg, 1738, South Africa Phone: 002783 407 8298

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Most Trusted LTL Carrier - Ontario Capital Dedicated Logistics Inc. (CDL) is a carrier and logistics firm based in Ontario. We profile the firm to find out more and explore the secrets behind its success.

Drawing on over 20 years in the trucking and moving business, CDL provide a wide range of services including freight distribution LTL, linehauls. TL, dedicated truck and driver service, cross docking, warehousing and moving.

The firm also have tractors with wet lines, flat bed trailers, 53 ft enclosed and reefer trailers, as well as we own and operate a garage with licences mechanics that offers snow ploughing and removal as well as grass cutting.

It is this vast array of services that has led to the firm to work with many clients for almost 30 years, including the Canada Post, with whom CDL has worked for 28 years, and the Federal Government, who have been supported by the firm for 27 years. Working with such high profile clients has led the firm to gain a Security Clearance Level of Top Secret, issued by the Federal Government. The firm are one of the very few companies that have been able to obtain this degree by passing the scrutiny of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIC). With this clearance, CDL is entrusted to carry items that are of a very sensitive nature.

What truly sets the firm apart from other trucking companies is CDL’s dedication to working closely with every customer and offering them services tailored to their individual needs. To ensure excellence at all

times CDL drivers are equipped with company hands-free cellular phones. As such, dispatch can easily keep in touch with them and confirm specific details about the clients’ freight pick up or delivery through texting capability.

This clear and precise approach ensures that no detail is lost.

Looking ahead, this level of excellence will continue as CDL seeks to build upon its current success and grow even further, working with a wider range of clients over the coming months and years.

Company: Capital Dedicated Logistics Inc. Contact: Mike Hill Contact Email: mike@capitaldedicated.com Address: 135 Cardevco Rd, Carp, ON, K0A 1L0, Canada Phone: 613-223-7839 Website: www.capitaldedicated.com www.transportnews-intl.com

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Best Small Parcel Solutions Provider - North East USA & Award for Excellence for Logistics Reporting Services - USA Princeton Profit Associates Inc. (PPA) is an innovative parcel solutions provider based in New Jersey. We profile the firm to find out more and explore the secrets behind its success so far.

Founded in 1999 and based in Princeton NJ, PPA create customized solutions that are specifically designed to do more with less throughout your complete supply chain.

Whether they need focused auditing and optimization, or sophisticated data analysis and logistics cost modeling, PPA can assist clients in meeting their long and short-term goals.

The firm service many Fortune 500 clients, as well as small to medium size business. Its services are designed for quick implementation with targeted objectives. As such, PPA analyze their clients’ efforts and challenges to create tools and information to help them get a little more efficient every day.

Overall, PPA connect logistics, purchasing, accounting, A/P and finance to form an efficient company billing process that will drive their clients’ costs down. This will reduce costs, drive greater control and produce Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017

better analytics. Clients will free up internal resources allowing them to do more with less.

PPA’s targeted reporting and consulting will arm staff with the knowledge to work towards getting a little better every day. These services are designed for quick implementation and require very little internal resources.

Contact: Bill Bisignano Contact Email: bill@princetonprofit.com Address: 812 State Rd # 223, Princeton, New Jersey, 8540, USA Phone: 001 877 581 0852 Website: www.princetonprofit.com

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Most Client-Focused Transport & Logistics Company - UK & Ireland Drawing on over 20 years’ experience, Corporate Solutions Logistics Limited (CSL) specialise in working with large customers by analysing their distribution and formulating a solution that works more effectively and at less cost for their company. We invited Des Ponsonby to share the secrets behind the firm’s success.

Now in its 20th trading year, CSL have flourished since inception and now work with many household names including Smurfit Kappa, Lidl and Vax. Des talks us through how the firm works to support each client and ensure that they receive the very highest standard of service.

“Here at CSL, each customer has individual requirements and we work hard to provide solutions for those requirements and continually improve those solutions. Our main focus as a business is always about customer service. We see this as the key differentiation between us and our competition, as we work hard to ensure that our clients are always treated as individuals and receive the service and solutions they need to succeed.”

Over the last few years the logistics market has developed and grown massively. There is actually a shortage of quality warehousing unless it is bespoke, while hauliers have never been busier. As such, firm’s such as CSL have to work hard to develop their service offering and ensure that they are providing clients with cutting edge services, as Des explains.

“To ensure we are always at the forefront of the latest industry developments, we have worked hard to develop its own in-house business platform which allows every part of the business to be undertaken electronically, from driver walkaround checks to invoicing

the customer. Our system, CSL Live, gives us a huge advantage over our competitors and gives equally huge advantages to our customers.

“This system ensures that clients receive a service an efficient and effective service. In addition, we pride ourselves on our compliance in all matters relating to the business, in particular road fleet legislation, our ISO standards and Health and Safety matters, so that we always ahead of the competition and providing the very best possible service to our clients.”

As he looks towards the future, Des is exhilarated by the many chances for further growth and success that he foresees for CSL. “The future has never been brighter for us here at CSL. Good solid growth in the economy and a growing requirement for outsourced quality distribution mean that we have many exciting opportunities to grow and build upon our current success.”

Company: Capital Dedicated Logistics Inc. Contact: Mike Hill Contact Email: mike@capitaldedicated.com Address: 135 Cardevco Rd, Carp, ON, K0A 1L0, Canada Phone: 613-223-7839 Website: www.capitaldedicated.com www.transportnews-intl.com

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Best Warehousing & Distribution Network Operator - Ireland PRL Group is Ireland’s leading partner in servicing the Irish market place. We profile the firm to find out more.

Established in 1930, PRL draws on over 80 years’ heritage of providing supply chain solutions, and as such is ideally positioned to fulfil its client’s in -market requirements. The firm specialise in providing route to market solutions from multi-temp Warehousing, multi-temp Distribution, In-Market field sales services from order capture to van selling and merchandising supported by best in class Finance, IT and Quality management capability.

In addition, PRL also provides a packaging, copacking and repacking/packaging/fulfilment service, on- site management and consultancy service, and a bonded warehouse solution to the beverage sector.

This vast array of services is provided to a range of clients including manufacturers, retailers and distributors of ambient and food products, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare products to deliver on their promise to their customers. Clients can avail of a one stop service solution or adapt a menu based approach reflective of business needs to ensure that they receive the service they need.

Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017

From its Headquarters in Dublin, the group operates a comprehensive warehousing and distribution network, servicing the island of Ireland with tailor-made delivery solutions up to and including next day delivery service.

Ultimately, building successful and sustainable brand partnerships for over 80 years, PRL’s focus on authentic partnership with its customers has positioned the firm as the market leader in the go-to-market brand experience, and moving forward it will be seeking to continue this as it looks to build upon its current success and grow even further over the years to come.

Company: PRL Group Contact: Michael Finlay Contact Email: michaelfi@prl.ie Address: Block S, Greenoge, Rathcoole, Dublin, Ireland Phone: 00353 1 257 1409 Website: www.prl.ie/

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Best End-to-End SCM Solutions Provider South East Asia Y3 Technologies (Y3) is a Singapore-based end-to-end supply chain management software solutions and services provider. Y3’s CEO, Marc Dragon, tells us more about the firm and the services it offers.

Y3 is the leading Supply Chain Technology Solutions firm in ASEAN, providing clients with leading-edge end-to-end Supply Chain solutions, including a real-time Supply Chain Control Tower, Big Data Analytics, Warehouse Management, Transport Management and IOT solutions. Marc outlines the firm’s service offering in more detail and explains how the company draws on its vast experience to ensure excellence for its clients.

“With our heritage rooted in providing clients with our leading edge Warehousing and Transportation application systems, over the years Y3 has expanded our portfolio into the areas of eCommerce, CRM and Loyalty, while internally building best-in-class capabilities in embedded analytics and IoT-based capabilities for our clients. We primarily serve large-scale enterprises in the consumer packaged goods/ fast-moving consumer goods, electronics and eCommerce sectors, serving globally-renowned brand names such as Dell, Carrefour, IKEA, and Starbucks across a variety of different areas. Our philosophy is to leverage our Supply Chain domain expertise, combined with leading-edge Technology expertise, to constantly reinvent and innovate for our clients, industries, and for ourselves.

“Fundamentally, our success today is built upon the experience and foundation of having worked with best-in-class global clients, having a continual sense of urgency to sense and deploy leading-edge solutions that make sense for our clients, as well as a strong client partnering philosophy, to help clients reinvent and equip themselves with the right capabilities to succeed in today’s (and tomorrow’s) rapidly changing industry landscape.”

Technology is a key part of success for any business, and as such Y3 works to ensure that it is always at the forefront of emerging developments which will impact its clients, as Marc explains.

“At Y3, our vision is a better future driven by people, powered by technology. While technology is a great enabler of innovation – it is essentially a means to end. What is considered bleeding-edge today will inevitably become

obsolete tomorrow. And so, at the core of what we do is our people and the magic they can create through technology.

“Therefore, we always look for the brightest minds and freshest ideas. This entails not only attracting technically skilled candidates, but those with an entrepreneurial spirit. We believe that these are the types of candidates that set the bar so high for themselves and take such great ownership in what they do, that collectively, we challenge each other to be better everyday. We take an open-minded yet decisive approach to how we run and, as our tagline states, we are on a continuous journey of evolution and transformation to Re-invent Tomorrow.”

Moving forward Y3 has many exciting opportunities for further growth and success which Marc is proud to highlight, “Looking ahead, we are leveraging our existing capabilities and not only applying it regionally at a city level via Smart Cities/Urban Logistics initiatives, especially in ASEAN and China, but are also in parallel helping Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to upgrade their supply chain technology capabilities via rapidly deployable SME solutions. Region-wise, we are focused on growing our business especially in ASEAN as well as China, not only organically, but also via Partnerships and Joint Ventures.”

Contact: Salman Sardar Contact Email: salman.sardar@y3technologies.com Address: Supply Chain City, 8 Bulim Avenue, #08-05 Singapore 648166 Website: www.y3technologies.com www.transportnews-intl.com

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