GUJ-24-08-2023

HMM announces Far East India Mediterranean Service (FIM) at Trade event in Ahmedabad

AHMEDABAD: HMM and Parekh Group organised a trade get- together in Ahmedabad at Taj Skyline on 9th August 2023 to announce the launch of its solely operated Far East India Mediterranean Service (FIM). The event was graced by Mr. Kaushik Datta Sharma – President – Seabridge Marine Service Pvt. Ltd (Agents for HMM), HMM India officials, Representatives from Parekh Group and a cross section of invitees from the trade.

Mr Kaushik Datta Sharma on behalf of Mr. eSop Kim, Managing Director of HMM Shipping India Pvt Ltd., expressed his gratitude to the Trade in support of Last years launched Service FIL - to East Latin ports from India.

MSC : Sentosa Service returns to Southeast Asia and India

GENEVA: MSC has informed in its recent statement that, “as part of our continuous efforts to satisfy market demand and offer competitive transit times, MSC is revising the rotation of its Sentosa service ”

Port Klang, Singapore and Busan, as well as reinstating its India connections, providing MSC customers with improved interconnectivity and transit times between Southeast Asia, China and the U.S. West Coast.”

Enhanced Security: Introducing 2-Party OTP Authentication for Delivery Order

MUMBAI: In an era of r a p i d l y a d v a n c i n g digitization, the need for s t r i n g e n t s e c u r i t y measures has become p a r a m o u n t T a k i n g significant strides towards enhancing security in the s h i p p i n g i n d u s t r y, Econship Tech Pvt Ltd has launched its latest i n n o v a t i o n – 2 - P a r t y

OTP Authentication for releasing Delivery Orders. Aimed at safeguarding sensitive cargo data and thwarting unauthorised access, the new feature introduces an additional layer of verification making cargo-related transactions substantially more secure.

“At Econship Tech Pvt Ltd, we prioritise the security of cargo data, so this innovative feature reflects our commitment to upholding the highest standards of protection," states Mr. Rakesh Nair, Senior Manager of Design Thinking.

Mr. Kaushik Datta Sharma Mr. Deepak Shenoy

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HMM announces Far East India Mediterranean Service (FIM) at Trade event in Ahmedabad

Cont’d. from Pg. 4

HMM’s strategy has always been to keep moving forward, create strong partnerships with customers and strive hard to meet customer expectations and personal touch.

The first sailing of the Service

H y u n d a i S i n g a p o r e 0 1 3 9 W c o m m e n c e d f r o m B u s a n o n 8th August 2023, with ETA Mundra on 2nd September 2023.

The port rotation is as follows:

Busan – Kwangyang – Shanghai – Ningbo – Shekou – Singapore - Port Klang – Kattupalli–Nhava Sheva –Mundra – Karachi – Jeddah – (Suez Canal) –

Damietta – Piraeus –Genoa – Valencia – Barcelona –

Piraeus –Damietta – (Suez Canal) – Jeddah –

Karachi –Mundra – Nhava Sheva – Kattupalli –

Singapore – Da Chan Bay – Busan.

Key Highlights of Service

• Standalone service

HMM can offer great flexibility for special cargo and heavy-weight cargo.

HMM can provide prompt feedback of any inquiry (DG, OOG etc) as a single operator

• Comprehensive coverage

This new service of HMM offers trade combination of East and West Mediterranean ports.

• Market compatible transit times

With the introduction of standalone FIM service, HMM anticipate delivering our customers more efficient and reliable sea transportation. We will also continue to expand our presence in these regions and provide an enhanced service portfolio in the future The service Deploys 4 vessels of 6000 TEUs and- 2 vessels of 8500 TEUs capacity Cargo from Hazira will be connected on Feeders via Mundra / Nhava Sheva

During the event, Mr. Samir J. Shah –JBS Group has been felicitated for his Outstanding services to Ahmedabad Trade and shipping industry The Event was well attended by major Shippers, Forwarders, Clearing Agents who have been the good supporters of HMM from Gujarat Region

SHIPPING MOVEMENTS AT DEENDAYAL PORT

TODAY’S TIDE 24/08/2023

VESSELS IN PORT & DUE FOR

Chenn./ Vishakha./Haldia

Articulate 24/08 Brazil

VESSELS IN PORT & DUE FOR IMPORT DISCHARGE

GENERAL CARGO VESSELS

LIQUID CARGO VESSELS

KANDLA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (KICT)

SHIPPING MOVEMENTS AT ADANI PORT

ADANI PORTS & SEZ LTD. (APSEZ) MUNDRA

SHIPS SAILED WITH EXPORT CARGO

VESSELS DUE IN PORT FOR IMPORT DISCHARGE & EXPORT LOADING

ADANI MUNDRA CONTAINER TERMINAL (AMCT)

CONTAINER VESSELS DUE / IN PORT FOR IMPORT DISCHARGE

CONTAINER VESSELS DUE / IN PORT FOR IMPORT DISCHARGE

ADANI CMA MUNDRA CONTAINER TERMINAL PVT LTD (ACMTPL), MUNDRA

LOAD FOR U. K. NORTH CONTINENT, MEDITERRANEAN, BLACK SEA, RED SEA, EAST EUROPE & CIS

ADANI MUNDRA CONTAINER TERMINAL (AMCT)

ADANI INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL PVT LTD. (AICT)

SHIPPING MOVEMENTS AT GUJARAT PORTS PORT PIPAVAV

OTHER PORTS OF GUJARAT

JAMNAGAR (BEDI) PORT

(As on 23-08-2023)

MULDWARKA PORT

NB The data in this Daily pertaining to Ports Information is received by us, sometimes even at the eleventh hour by telephonic messages from the concerned Steamer Agents. Therefore, there is every likelihood of last minute change in the data published the Management of Daily Shipping Times exercise every necessary care & attention in collecting every data & getting it published accurately Inspite of this, if any ommission, inaccuracy or printing error occur in the data published in this daily, the Management of Daily Shipping Times is not responsible or liable.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES

m.v. “NORTHERN GUARD” V-2332W IGM NO. 2352497 DTD. 19.08.2023

The above vessel has arrived at Mundra on 21/08/2023 as per following details.

1 75002156410888

2 EPIROMMESL202874

3 EPIROMMESL202879

4 75002159310885

5 75002157710877

6 75002159510958

Consignees are requested to obtain the DELIVERY ORDERS on presentation of ORIGINAL BILLS OF LADING duly discharged and on payment of relative charges as applicable within 5 days or else Detention Charges will be applicable.

If there is any delay in CY-CFS / lCD's movement due to port congestion or any other cause beyond the control of the Shipping Line / Agents are not responsible for the same. Also note that the Shipping Line / or their Agents will not be held responsible for auction by Port / Customs / Custodian of uncleared cargo on expiry of stipulated period as laid down in the byelaws.

Consignees are advised that the carriers and/or their Agents are not bound to send individual notifications regarding the arrival of the vessel or the goods.

For vessel ETA / IGM- ITEM/ Exchange Rate / Local charges & Detention Charges please contact our office.

Emirates Shipping Agencies (India) Pvt. Ltd

Rajkamal-II, Office No. 103, 1st Floor, Plot No. 342, Ward - 12/B, Gandhidham - 370201. India. In case of any query kindly contact the below E-mail IDS & Phone Numbers :

IMPORT related : ravi.vaghela@in.emiratesline.com

Tel. No. : +91-2836-239378 / 239379 - Mob. : +91 89809 97977

EXPORT related : hardik.jadeja@in.emiratesline.com

Tel. No. : +91-2836-239378 / 239379 - Mob. : +91 98980 76324

IGM Tracking : http://www.emiratesline.com : 8090/eadmins/igm_main.jsp.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES

m.v. “XIN PU DONG” V- 2330E IGM NO: 2352504

DATE: 20-08-2023

The above vessel has arrived at Mundra on 23-08-2023 as per following details.

Consignees are requested to obtain the DELIVERY ORDERS on presentation of ORIGINAL BILLS OF LADING duly discharged and on payment of relative charges as applicable within 5 days or else Detention Charges will be applicable.

If there is any delay in CY-CFS / lCD's movement due to port congestion or any other cause beyond the control of the Shipping Line / Agents are not responsible for the same. Also note that the Shipping Line / or their Agents will not be held responsible for auction by Port / Customs / Custodian of uncleared cargo on expiry of stipulated period as laid down in the byelaws.

Consignees are advised that the carriers and/or their Agents are not bound to send individual notifications regarding the arrival of the vessel or the goods.

For vessel ETA / IGM- ITEM/ Exchange Rate / Local charges & Detention Charges please contact our office.

89809 97977 EXPORT related : hardik.jadeja@in.emiratesline.com

ZIM INTEGRATED SHIPPING SERVICES

m.v. “CMA CGM FIGARO” EDI V-0FF9IE1MA

The above vessel is arriving at MUNDRA PORT on 30-08-2023 with Import Cargo in containers.

Consignees are requested to obtain DELIVERY ORDERS from our office address given below on presentation of ORIGINAL BILLS OF LADING, duly discharged and on payment of applicable charges.

Consignees are requested to note that the carrier and or agents are not bound to send further individual notification regarding the arrival of the cargo vessel or their goods.

As Agents :

ZIM INTEGRATED SHIPPING SERVICES (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

First Floor, Plot No.86, Sector 1A, Near Quality Enterprises Hero Showroom, Gandhidham - Kutch, Gujarat - 370201

Tel: (0091-2836) 229543 235282 235283 235383, Fax: (0091-2836) 230433

Export Marketing Queries: Mr. Parmar Devendra - 9824413365, E-mail: parmar.devendra@zim.com Mr. Trinath Pal 9824504315 Email:pal.trinath@zim.com

Import Marketing Queries : Mr. Mitesh Rajgor - 02836-235282,229543 E-mail: imp@starship-knd.zim.com

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES

The above vessel has arrived on 23-08-2023 at MUNDRA PORT with Import cargo from MESAIEED. Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MUNDRA delivery.

KANDLA-SEZ/GANDHIDHAM

The above vessel has arrived on 23-08-2023 at MUNDRA PORT with Import cargo from DJIBOUTI, MESAIEED, AD DAMMAM, NEW YORK.

Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MUNDRA delivery.

MUNDRA

Consignees are requested to kindly note that the above item Nos. are for the B/L Nos.arrived for Mundra Delivery. Separate IGM will be lodged with Kandla Customs for CFS - Gandhidham. Consignees are requested to collect Delivery Order for all imports delivered at Mundra from our Import Documentation Deptt. at Siddhi Vinayak Complex, 2nd Floor, Off. No.201-208, Opp. Reliance Petrol Pump, Nr. Rotary Circle, on Presentation of duly discharged Original Bills of Lading and payment of relevant charges. The container detention charges will be applicable after 5 days from the GLD for containers meant for delivery at Mundra. The containers meant for movement by ROAD to inland destinations will be despatched upon receipt of required documents from consignees/receivers and the consignees will be liable for paymeant of port storage charges in case of delay in submission of these Documents. Our Surveyors are M/s. Master Marine Services Pvt. Ltd. and usual survey conditions will apply.Consignees are also requested to note that the carriers and their agents are not bound to send individual notification regarding the arrival of the vessel or the cargo.

- Charges enquiry on land line - 619100

- IGM No./Item No./Destuffing point enquiries can also

(East),

Shantanu Thakur asks stakeholders to join and participate in Global Maritime India Summit 2023

NEW DELHI: As part of series of roadshows under the guidance and direction of Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways for inviting and attracting clients and various stakeholders to participate actively in forthcoming Global Maritime India Summit scheduled to be held in October in New Delhi, Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation Limited (IPRCL) organized a virtual roadshow recently. This had a pan India presence involving corporate and regional & site offices of IPRCL across various States in India. Representatives from Zonal Railways, State Maritime Boards, MoRTH, Major Ports, major Government sector units like Coal India Ltd., NICDC, NTPC, OMC, NALCO participated in the roadshow

will be an enlightening experience, focused on providing stakeholders with comprehensive insights into forthcoming GMIS-23 involving global participation Summarizing business opportunities in the GMIS-23, ShriGuptaexplainedthatbyattendingthisevent,clientswill gain access to a wealth of knowledge, expert perspectives, opportunity to collaborate and build a wider network.

A presentation was shown to all clients highlighting the professional profile of IPRCL and essential information about GMIS-23. Presentation widely covered the success

Various industrial bodies and corporate units like JSW, Vedanta, Tata Steel, Jindal Power, Thriveni, Pipava Port, Rungta Mines, Legacy Warehouse, Ennore Tank Terminal, URC and various other units were active participants in the roadshow. More than 190 participants were available in the roadshow consisting of Central and State Government agencies, Railways, Ports, Maritime Boards and various officials from different corporate and industrial units related to maritime, infrastructure, logistics and other sectors.

The Minister of State for Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) Shri Shantanu Thakur virtually graced the occasion inspiring the stakeholders to join and participate in GMIS – 23 He said that GMIS-23 will provide viable opportunity to connect with industry leaders, innovators and business experts in maritime sector around the world and to collaborate and discuss He further highlighted that the summit will also offer an unparallel opportunity to showcase talent and forge new partnership for gaining insights into national and global port related industrial, infrastructure and logistics opportunities He mentioned that this event is inspired by our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s inspiring vision of making Indian maritime sector as a leading blue economy of the world.

In his inaugural speech Managing Director, IPRCL

Shri Anil Kumar Gupta emphasized that the roadshow

journey of Indian Maritime sector and the growth trajectory since last decade in various areas of maritime industry The smart port, green shipping, capacity enhancement through automation, ship building & recycling, maritime tourism, inland waterways grids, maritime safety & security were deliberated for the knowledge of clients. Corporate video of GMIS was also presented to enlighten clients about business opportunities in GMIS. Shri Anang Pal Malik, Director Works and Shri R.K. Lal, CGM Business Development, IPRCL interacted with clients flagging advantages for business growth and collaboration by participating in Global Maritime India Summit 2023.

Senior officers from South-Eastern Coalfields Ltd. and JNPA represented their companies as Guest speakers and highlighted business opportunities which companies will gain during GMIS-23.

DGFT amends export policy of Non-Basmati White Rice

N E W D E L H I : T h e D i r e c t o r a t e G e n e r a l o f Foreign Trade (DGFT) vide Trade Notice no 23/2023 issued on 18th August 2023 has notified the amendment of export policy of non-basmati white rice. The Export Policy for Non-basmati white rice (Semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether polished or glazed: Other) categorised under HS code 1006 30 90 has been changed from ‘Free’ to ‘Prohibited’ as per Notification No 20/2023 dated 20.07.2023.

The provisions outlined in Paragraph 1 05 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2023, concerning transitional arrangements, were not extended Nonetheless, shipments of Non-basmati rice were permitted for export under the subsequent conditions: where loading of Non-basmati rice on the ship has commenced before this Notification; where the shipping bill is filed and vessels

have already berthed or arrived and anchored in Indian ports and their rotation number has been allocated before this Notification; The approval of loading in such vessels will be issued only after confirmation by the c o n c e r n e d P o r t A u t h o r i t i e s r e g a r d i n g anchoring/berthing of the ship for loading of Non-basmati rice prior to the Notification; where Nonbasmati rice consignment has been handed over to the Customs/custodian before this Notification and is registered in their systems/ where Non-basmati rice consignment has entered the Customs station for exportation before this Notification and is registered in the electronic systems of the concerned custodian of the Customs station with verifiable evidence of date and time stamping of these commodities having entered the Customs Station prior to 20.07.2023.

m.v. “MSC KATRINA” Voy : QS333R

I.G.M. NO. 2352633 (EDI) Dtd. 22-08-2023 Exch Rate 85.22

The above vessel is arriving on 24-08-2023 at MUNDRA PORT with Import cargo from NINGBO, NANSHA, SHANGHAI, SHEKOU, TIANJINXINGANG, PENANG, SINGAPORE.

Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MUNDRA delivery.

MUNDRA PORT SEZ

The above vessel is arriving on 24-08-2023 at MUNDRA PORT with Import cargo from DALIAN, NINGBO. Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MUNDRA delivery.

KANDLA-SEZ/GANDHIDHAM

The above vessel is arriving on 24-08-2023 at MUNDRA PORT with Import cargo from DALIAN, FUZHOU, NINGBO, NANSHA, QINZHOU, SHANGHAI, SHEKOU, TIANJINXINGANG, XIAMEN, YANTIAN, SEMARANG, BUSAN, COLOMBO. Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MUNDRA delivery.

MUNDRA

No. B/L No. Item No. B/L No. Item No.

CWC to double revenues in 2 years, plans massive capacity expansion : MD, Amit Kumar Singh

NEW DELHI: Public warehouse o p e r a t o r C e n t r a l Wa r e h o u s i n g Corporation (CWC) is planning to double its revenues in the next two years through capacity expansion in the warehousing space and a bigger play in third-party logistics (3PL) and domestic container business The company posted annual revenues of Rs. 2,175 crore in FY23.

The country’s largest warehouse player by reach and land bank, CWC has about 115 lakh MT (metric tonne) capacity across warehouses in 465 locations across the country today While 45% of the space (and revenues) are from the storage of agriculture products/food grains, the e-commerce sector accounts for another 20% The rest is industrial products.

“We have a massive capacity expansion plan for this year and next year We are adding about 47 lakh sq ft of capacity, which will be the double of what we have added in the last two years. This is through our own capex We have earmarked about Rs 1000 crores for this This will be all Grade A (industrial capacity)” says Mr. Amit Kumar Singh, Managing Director, CWC.

The corporation is also looking at adding capacity through public-private partnerships (PPP). “We have identified about 85 locations, where we will be going for modernisation, and the creation of facilities through private participation. And we are expecting the private sector to invest about Rs 1500 crore in the next two years for these PPPs, which will see the addition of about 120 lakh sq ft Grade A warehouse capacity”, Singh says.

The Corporation is also planning to create a network of cold storages, with value-added services in the PPP mode. Singh says that CWC has identified 180 locations for this purpose. These locations are either production centres or consumption centres of perishable goods as the country doesn’t have an efficient cold storage network and there is a huge loss which takes place in fruits and vegetables.

“We have done a preliminary study, and we are now going for a detailed study now We will be providing the basic infrastructure, land, and civil structure (in all these locations) The private players who want to come in will just have to retrofit it. They invest, and they

operate it for a certain number of years. It will see another Rs 800 crore to 900 crore of investment from the private sector”, Singh adds

In addition to value-added services for agri-business, the end-to-end solutions for big players in agri, and industrial warehousing, CWC is also getting into the 3PL business. “We are also acquiring container rakes. We have already placed the orders for the rail logistics The current business mix will change The industrial pie (in terms of business and revenues) w i l l i n c r e a s e D e m a n d w i l l b e c o m i n g t h r o u g h 3 P L p l a y e r s , the aggregators. These are the demand drivers we are looking at in the coming years”, Singh said

Incidentally, the Government is also planning to convert CWC into a c o m p a n y b y a m e n d i n g t h e Wa r e h o u s i n g C o r p o r a t i o n A c t , the statute under which CWC operates at the moment. The change in legal structure is expected to empower the company’s board and provide more flexibility in its mandate to face i n c r e a s i n g c o m p e t i t i o n i n t h e warehousing and logistics space

RBI nudges banks to settle UAE trades in Rupee and Dirham

NEW DELHI: India’s Central Bank is nudging local banks to ask their clients to settle trade between the United Arab Emirates and India using the Dirham (AED) or Indian Rupee (INR) to reduce U S -dollar-based transactions, five sourcestoldReuters

The move is part of the Reserve Bank of India‘s broader aim of p r o m o t i n g s e t t l e m e n t i n l o c a l currencies with countries with which India has a trade deficit, with the knockon effect of boosting the rupee’s global reach, three banking sources said.

India’s trade deficit with the UAE was $21.62 billion in 2022/23, or 8.2% of its total deficit, government data shows. In July, the two countries agreed to facilitate trade in rupees instead of dollars.

The idea, a government source said, was to reduce the outflow of dollars on account of this trade deficit.

“The RBI has asked banks to

encourage clients and corporates to initiate INR-AED trades gradually, instead of using the dollar,” said a treasury official at a private bank.

An RBI official communicated this message verbally to foreign exchange dealers at a seminar this month, four sources said. This communication has not been previously reported.

None of the sources wished to be named because they are not authorised to speak to the media. The RBI and trade ministry did not respond to a Reuters email seeking comment.

The RBI may consider setting internal targets for the quantum of India-UAE trade it would like to see moved away from dollars, said the government source.

The central bank is “keen that volumes of such trades go up” and “has assured the market that they will be ready to support banks with INR-AED trades,” this banker said.

While data on such cross-currency trade volumes is not publicly available, at least three bankers said the current volume is low and may act as a hurdle for corporates to pay for the entire import in dirhams.

Indeed, earlier this month, Indian Oil Corp paid Abu Dhabi National Oil Co (ADNOC) in rupees to buy a million barrels of oil.

“The RBI is telling banks to first encourage large clients and corporates to start INR-AED trades because their balance sheets are relatively stronger,” another banker said.

But large corporates have, so far, been reluctant in engaging in nondollar-denominated deals, said a banker with a state-run firm.

With smaller companies, on the other hand, bankers have pushed for s u c h t r a n s a c t i o n s b y o f f e r i n g discounted service charges as an incentive, the banker said.

Customs to clear stranded non-basmati rice cargoes till August 31

NEW DELHI: The exporters whose rice shipments were stuck at ports following export bans may get some relief.

The centre has directed Indian customs to allow shipments of nonbasmati rice for export where the shipment has commenced where shipping bills were filed and where vessels arrived and anchored in Indian ports before ban notification.

The Customs has instructed its field formations to allow exports till August

31, in such cases.

India imposed an export curb on non-basmati white rice, including semimilled, wholly-milled, polished and glazed varieties on July 20 to meet the domestic demand.

'The approval of loading in such vessels will be issued only after confirmation by the concerned Port Authorities,' the instruction said.

Non-basmati white rice constituted about 25% of total rice exported from the Country

However a large number of cargoes which had already arrived at the port ahead of the notification and according to industry estimates, about 2 lakh tonnes of rice cargoes were stranded at the port.

The Customs officials had sought clarity from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).

The DGFT on August 18 issued a clarification that such cargoes arriving at the port ahead of the July 20 order must be cleared for export.

m.v. “MSC KATRINA” Voy : QS333R

I.G.M. NO. 2352633 Dtd. 22-08-2023 Exch Rate 85.22

The above vessel is arriving on 24-08-2023 at MUNDRA PORT with Import cargo from DALIAN, FUZHOU, NINGBO, NANSHA, QINZHOU, SHANGHAI, SHEKOU, TIANJINXINGANG, XIAMEN, YANTIAN, SEMARANG, BUSAN, COLOMBO.

Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MUNDRA delivery.

MUNDRA

Consignees are requested to kindly note that the above item Nos. are for the B/L Nos.arrived for Mundra Delivery. Separate IGM will be lodged with Kandla Customs for CFS - Gandhidham. Consignees are requested to collect Delivery Order for all imports delivered at Mundra from our Import Documentation Deptt. at Siddhi Vinayak Complex, 2nd Floor, Off. No.201-208, Opp. Reliance Petrol Pump, Nr. Rotary Circle, on Presentation of duly discharged Original Bills of Lading and payment of relevant charges. The container detention charges will be applicable after 5 days from the GLD for containers meant for delivery at Mundra. The containers meant for movement by ROAD to inland destinations will be despatched upon receipt of required documents from consignees/receivers and the consignees will be liable for paymeant of port storage charges in case of delay in submission of these Documents. Our Surveyors are M/s. Master Marine Services Pvt. Ltd. and usual survey conditions will apply.Consignees are also requested to note that the carriers and their agents are not bound to send individual notification regarding the arrival of the vessel or the cargo.

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As Agents :

MSC AGENCY (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED

Gandhidham : Siddhi Vinayak Complex, Plot No. 1, Office No. 201-208, 2nd Floor, Ward - 6, Near Rotary Circle, Gandhidham - Kutch 370 201 Gujarat India. Tel : +91-2836-619100 to 616100 (Board)

E-mail : jatin.hadiya@msc.com, niraj.raval@msc.com, operator.gandhidham@msc.com

H. O. & Regd. Office : MSC House, Andheri Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400 059 Tel : +91-22-66378000, Fax : +91-22-66378192, E-mail : IN363-comm.mumbai@msc.com • www.msc.com

Consignees are requested to obtain DELIVERY ORDERS from our office address given below on presentation of ORIGINAL BILLS OF LADING, duly discharged and on payment of applicable charges.

Consignees are requested to note that the carrier and or agents are not bound to send further individual notification regarding the arrival of the cargo vessel or their goods.

As Agents :

Asia's largest onion market stops trade indefinitely to protest against Centre's 40% export duty

N A S H I K : T h e A g r i c u l t u r e Produce Market Committee (APMC) of Lasalgaon in Nashik, which is A s i a ' s l a r g e s t o n i o n m a r k e t , has stopped the trading of the bulb indefinitely to protest against the Centre's imposition of 40 percent export duty on the kitchen staple.

Along with the market based in Lasalgaon, other APMCs in Nashik district have also boycotted the sale of onion.

The All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS), the farmers' body linked to the C o m m u n i s t P a r t y o f I n d i a ,

has appealed to all APMCs across Maharashtra to halt the trading of onions. "Not only in Nashik, but across Maharashtra, farmers will come out to protest against the government's move to impose export duty on onions," AIKS General Secretary Ajit Nawale said.

"The central government has continuously adopted anti-farmer policies First,byfacilitatingtheimport of tomatoes and milk products, and now by placing export duty on onions, the government has damaged the interests of farmers. To protest against

this, farmers across Maharashtra will boycott the sale of onions at the APMCs Kisan Sabha will support their agitation,"Nawaleadded.

The move to impose the export duty was announced on August 19, a m i d a s u r g e i n t h e o n i o n p r i c e s a c r o s s t h e c o u n t r y The maximum price for onion crossed Rs 67 per kilogram, as per the Department of Consumer Affairs The modal price across India remains Rs 31 per kilogram, which is higher as against the modal price of Rs 27.34 a month back and Rs 24 a year ago.

Rating Agency ICRA projecting 8.5% growth in Q1FY24

MUMBAI: The Indian GDP may surpass the latest Reserve Bank of India projections for the first quarter of the current financial year (Q1FY24) as per a latest report released by credit rating agency, ICRA In its last policy, the RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) had left its growth forecast unchanged at 8 0% for the first quarter while ICRA is projecting a 8 5% growth in this period The reason? As many as 11 of the 14 high-frequency indicators

pertaining to the services sector recordedaYoYgrowthinQ1FY2024

“Economic activity in Q1 FY2024 was boosted by a continued catch-up in services demand and improved investment activity, particularly a w e l c o m e f r o n t - l o a d i n g i n Government capital expenditure Moreover, sharply lower prices of various commodities on a YoY basis supported margins in some sectors,” said Aditi Nayar, Chief Economist,

Head-Research & Outreach, ICRA. The report also states that the GVA (gross value added) growth is seen at 8.1% in Q1 FY2024 (+6.5% in Q4 FY2023), driven by the recovery in the services sector (+9.7% vs. +6.9%), even as improved margins are likely to have shielded the industry (+7.3% vs +6 3%) from weak external demand, with a relatively lower growth foreseen in agriculture (+4.0% vs. +5.5%).

India eyes stronger ties with Federation of Saudi Chambers

RIDAYH: India seeks to improve its long-standing trade ties with Saudi Arabia, with its embassy in the K i n g d o m a i m i n g t o b o l s t e r cooperation with the Council of the Federation of Saudi Chambers.

To this end, a meeting was held at

the Qassim Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s headquarters in Buraidah. It was attended by Muhammad AlHanaya, secretary-general of the chamber, and Suhel Ajaz Khan, IndianambassadortoSaudiArabia.

The envoy said the volume of trade

and partnership between India and the Kingdom as well as the promising a n d s u s t a i n a b l e i n v e s t m e n t opportunities, reflect the depth of the two countries’ relations and confirm the importance of shared visions on many global issues.

m.v. “CMA CGM FIGARO” V-0FF9IE1MA

The above vessel is arriving at MUNDRA on 30-08-2023 with Import Cargo in containers.

Consignees are requested to obtain DELIVERY ORDERS from our office address given below on presentation of ORIGINAL BILLS OF LADING, duly discharged and on payment of applicable charges.

Consignees are requested to note that the carrier and or agents are not bound to send further individual notification regarding the arrival of the cargo vessel or their goods.

As Agents :

STAR SHIPPING SERVICES (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

First Floor, Plot No.86, Sector 1A, Near Quality Enterprises Hero Showroom, Gandhidham - Kutch, Gujarat - 370201

Tel: (0091-2836) 229543 235282 235283 235383, Fax: (0091-2836) 230433

Export Marketing Queries: Mr. Parmar Devendra - 9824413365, E-mail: parmar.devendra@zim.com Mr. Trinath Pal 9824504315 Email:pal.trinath@zim.com

Import Marketing Queries : Mr. Mitesh Rajgor - 02836-235282,229543 E-mail: imp@starship-knd.zim.com

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES

The above vessel is arriving on 24-08-2023 at MUNDRA PORT with Import cargo from JEBEL ALI, BAHRAIN, PIRAEUS, THESSALONIKI, CONSTANTA, NOVOROSSIYSK, JUBAIL, DERINCE, GEMLIK, MERSIN, SAMSUN.

Please note the item Nos. against the B/L Nos. for MUNDRA delivery.

MUNDRA

Consignees are requested to kindly note that the above item Nos. are for the B/L Nos.arrived for Mundra Delivery. Separate IGM will be lodged with Kandla Customs for CFS - Gandhidham. Consignees are requested to collect Delivery Order for all imports delivered at Mundra from our Import Documentation Deptt. at Siddhi Vinayak Complex, 2nd Floor, Off. No.201-208, Opp. Reliance Petrol Pump, Nr. Rotary Circle, on Presentation of duly discharged Original Bills of Lading and payment of relevant charges. The container detention charges will be applicable after 5 days from the GLD for containers meant for delivery at Mundra. The containers meant for movement by ROAD to inland destinations will be despatched upon receipt of required documents from consignees/receivers and the consignees will be liable for paymeant of port storage charges in case of delay in submission of these Documents. Our Surveyors are M/s. Master Marine Services Pvt. Ltd. and usual survey conditions will apply.Consignees are also requested to note that the carriers and their agents are not bound to send individual notification regarding the arrival of the vessel or the cargo. - Charges enquiry on land line - 619100

- IGM No./Item No./Destuffing point enquiries can also be done at our computerized helpline No.(079) 40072804

As Agents : MSC AGENCY (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED

Gandhidham : Siddhi Vinayak Complex, Plot No. 1, Office No. 201-208, 2nd Floor, Ward - 6, Near Rotary Circle, Gandhidham - Kutch 370 201 Gujarat India. Tel : +91-2836-619100 to 616100 (Board)

E-mail : jatin.hadiya@msc.com, niraj.raval@msc.com, operator.gandhidham@msc.com H. O. & Regd. Office : MSC House, Andheri Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400 059 Tel : +91-22-66378000, Fax : +91-22-66378192, E-mail : IN363-comm.mumbai@msc.com • www.msc.com

Enhanced Security: Introducing 2-Party OTP Authentication for Delivery Order

Cont’d. from Pg. 4

“Through 2-Party OTP Authentication, we are establishing an extra layer of defence, thereby reinforcing the authenticity and reliability of our online shipping processes," states Mr. Rakesh Nair, Senior Manager of Design Thinking. Here's how the unique 2-party process works.

Upon Bill of Lading issuance, the shipper receives an OTP (One-Time Password) via email.

The shipper then shares this OTP with their consignee—who is required to present the OTP to the shipping line's agent for the release of their Delivery Order No OTP , no Delivery Order

The OTP acts as a secure code to facilitate the release and delivery of cargo, ensuring that only authorised parties gain access. In so doing, the cutting-edge security

feature safeguards the integrity of cargo documentation and assures stakeholders that their cargo information remains confidential.

With the rollout of its latest security measure, Econship Tech Pvt Ltd continues to honour its mission of delivering industry-leading solutions that empower stakeholders while simultaneously ensuring t

An achievement which stands as a testament to its ongoing commitment to excellence in the maritime and shipping sector

For more information about 2-Party OTP Authentication for Delivery Order, please visit www.econshipping.com or contact Mr. Rakesh Nair, S e n i o r M a n a g e r o f D e s i g n T h i n k i n g , at rakesh@econshipping.com.

MSC : Sentosa Service returns to Southeast Asia and India

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The new rotation of the service will be as follows:

P o r t K l a n g – S i n g a p o r e –

Laem Chabang – Vung Tau – Busan –Long Beach – Oakland – Busan – Qingdao –Shanghai – Ningbo – Shekou – Singapore – Colombo –Mundra – Nhava Sheva – Colombo – Port Klang.

Haiphong will no longer feature in the rotation, but will continue to connect to the Sentosa service via Busan and offer rapid transit times via our intra-Asia network.

Transit times will be Busan to Long Beach in 12 Days, Mundra to Long Beach in 40 days.

The first vessel on this new rotation will be MSC FRANCESCA , Voyage number FV336A , due to arrive in Port Klang on 5 September 2023

Sarbananda Sonowal invites Global Collaboration in India's Maritime Transformation

NEW DELHI: Deliberating on the growth prospects of Indian maritime industry, the Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal extended a warm invitation to all the Indian Ambassadors from the East and the We s t Z o n e s t o e x p l o r e t h e investment opportunities in the domesticmaritimesector

The meeting saw a remarkable display of collaboration and commitment to maritime excellence with participation from more than 45 Indian missions including USA, UK, France, Canada, Singapore, Russia, UAE, Australia, Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Denmark, Netherlands, Brazil etc.tonameafew.IndianmissionsfromtheCommonwealthof Independent States, BIMSTEC, Middle East, Gulf and other neighbouringcountriesoneasternsidewerealsopresent

Shri Sonowal alluded to the upcoming Global Maritime India Summit (GMIS) 2023 and urged ambassadors to leverage their positions to drive participation from respective Governments and corporates in various countries across the globe. Highlighting India's emergence as the 5th largest economy in terms of GDP and the 3rd largest in purchasing power parity, Shri Sonowal outlined that the nation's progress in the maritime domain, characterised by a commitment to 100% Foreign Direct Investment through automatic routes.

“With a potential investment of more than INR 10 lakh crore (US$12,000 million), we can drive economic transformation that resonates within our borders and reverberates globally We recognize the importance of robust international trade relations for its economic growth and are taking various initiatives to enhance global cooperation on the maritime front” the Minister noted.

The emphasis on the blue economy was visible as the Minister invited investors to participate in diverse industries, creating an expansive canvas for growth From cruise tourism to shipbuilding and maritime education, the vision encompasses multiple domains that present opportunities for internationalcollaboration.

Reflecting on the collaboration potential, Shri Sonowal concluded, “India has already entered bilateral agreement & MoUs with 34 countries on maritime transport & cooperation and signed MoUs on recognition of certificates of seafarers with 40 countries We have also been an active participant in various multinational maritime forums for equitable and sustainable development. Through your support, we shall attain mutualgrowthandreaptherewards,cultivating a legacy of collaboration, innovation, and prosperity”

Shri T K Ramachandran, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways discussed the goals of the upcoming Global Maritime India Summit (GMIS) during his introductory remarks. He underlined the global aspect, emphasising three key elements: advancements in ports and interior waterways, partnerships with foreign businesses for technology and project execution, and the unique trade requirements of many nations

Additionally, Shri Periasamy Kumaran, Additional Secretary (ER & DPA), Ministry of External Affairs provided an overview of the transformative phase in India's ports and shipping, focusing on potential for domestic and foreign investment. He went on to discuss how Indian missions aid in business networking and matchmaking, encouraging participants to find possible investors and partners, promote conversations, and serve as information hubs for the sector