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ISTOBAL ACHIEVES EFFECTIVE & SAFER DISINFECTION 14 JULY 2020

OF THE INTERIOR OF TRUCKS & REDUCES CLEANING TIME BY 60%

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STOBAL, a multinational company specialized in car and

necessary for each transport fleet therefore achieving effective,

commercial vehicle wash and care solutions, has successfully

controlled and safer disinfection than manual washing. It should

implemented its international patent HW'INTRAWASH

be noted that, with manual washing, the disinfection of the vehicle

worldwide, the first automated, standardised equipment in Europe

depends on the thoroughness with which the disinfecting chemical

for professional washing and disinfection of truck and shipping

is applied by the operator.

container interiors. With ISTOBAL HW’INTRAWASH, the company achieves effective and safer disinfection in the interior

In addition, with ISTOBAL HW'INTRAWASH, Grupo Mazo has

washing of trucks compared to manual washing and also reduces

tripled the internal washing of its fleet and is now able to provide a

the average cleaning time by 60%, among other advantages.

professional wash and disinfection service for its trucks on a daily basis, when previously the manual process took all day and prevented

Among the various success stories when it comes to the

it from performing this task as often as desired. It has also achieved

implementation of this technology in the transport and logistics

greater control and savings in chemical consumption as ISTOBAL

sector, the company Grupo Mazo stands out. It is a leading

HW'INTRAWASH distributes the exact chemical dosage for each

refrigerated transport company in Spain with its own fleet of more

truck and has enabled the transport company to improve chemical

than 1,000 trucks, as well as Charger Logistics, a transport company

replenishment and order planning to avoid material stock.

with a solid reputation in North America.

Grupo Ma zo considers compliance by the ISTOBAL HW'INTRAWASH with the IFS (International Featured Standard) certification that applies to the food supply chain to be a plus.

The pioneering equipment developed by ISTOBAL meets the concentration, quantity and chemical reaction time requirements

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The company specialised in national and international refrigerated transport has increased productivity in the washing of its fleet thanks to the fact that washing of truck interiors with ISTOBAL HW'INTRAWASH is done automatically, reducing significantly operator hours, and eliminating overtime for this service. With the use of this pioneering automatic equipment, Grupo Mazo provides a value-added service to its customers and at the same time takes care of the occupational health of its workers since they do not have to perform this task manually.

Charger Logistics has become one of the first U.S. companies to install ISTOBAL HW'INTRAWASH with which it controls and ensures the safe movement of goods in the current context, in which

Easy to use and install, this innovative equipment applies disinfectant

washing and disinfection are paramount.

chemicals and performs high-pressure washing by dragging the dirt out, which is collected by a hopper.

The company, which has this equipment at its facilities in Laredo (Texas) and will soon install another unit in Brampton (Canada), has

It consists of energy supply guides on a platform base in the vehicle,

managed to reduce the time it took to wash the trailers, while it

moving through the interior to undertake the high-pressure washing

managed to sanitise them more consistently. With a fleet of more

process using high-impact nozzles. Controlled by a geared motor

than 800 trucks and 2,000 trailers, Charger Logistics can wash up to

with frequency converter, ISTOBAL HW’INTRAWASH washes

300 trailers per week with ISTOBAL HW'INTRAWASH.

even the furthest corners of vehicles that are up to 16 metres long.

This pioneering equipment consists of a fixed base, with the option

A safer and more efficient industrial alternative

of a raised platform or with lateral movement, so that it can be

to manual washing

installed outdoors or on a wash bay.

Launched a year ago, ISTOBAL HW’INTRAWASH has established itself as an industrial alternative to the manual washing of refrigerated

ISTOBAL has put into service flexible leasing formulas for the

trailers, shipping containers, truck bodies and trailers.

transport and logistics sector to facilitate the interior washing and disinfection of their vehicle fleets and to enable a controlled cost of

While the average time to manually wash a trailer is 15 to 20 minutes

the interior wash process. The formulas can include a fee per wash

and the disinfection of the trailer depends on the thoroughness

or a fixed monthly fee and include other services such as technical

with which the disinfectant chemical is applied by the operator, with

assistance, maintenance and chemicals. Among its wide range of

ISTOBAL HW'INTRAWASH, effective cleaning and disinfection is

solutions for the washing and care of industrial vehicles, the Spanish

carried out with a standard programme of 5 minutes and greater

group also has a complete line of professional disinfection products,

control is achieved in the consumption of chemicals and water.

both for the interior and exterior of vehicles.

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QATAR AIRWAYS SHIPS 1m KILOS FOR CHARITIES 11 JUNE 2020

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atar Airways Cargo is taking action like no other airline

‘1 Million Kilos’ is the first chapter in an ambitious sustainability

before and playing an active role in building tomorrow’s

project called We Qare. Built on the four fundamental pillars of

world. The world’s largest cargo airline is committed to

sustainability (economy, environment, society and culture). We Qare

helping people in need through its ‘1 Million Kilos’ campaign : From

is a series of concrete air cargo actions designed to create a positive

July to the end of December, charities will be able to use the services

impact on the industry and the world.

of Qatar Airways Cargo to transport humanitarian aid and medical supplies all over the world, free of charge.

The history of the airfreight industry must change in line with the new challenges the world is facing. As the leading voice within the

Such action is unprecedented in its scale. Qatar Airways is donating

cargo market, QR Cargo is pioneering the future, sustainable and

1 million kilos of freight to selected customers around the world to

socially responsible air cargo industry.

give to the charities of their choice. This will allow the movement of medical equipment, humanitarian relief and essential products to where they are most needed, free of charge.

This action was triggered by the Covid-19 crisis. The pandemic is a tragedy for millions of people, and we looked for ways how we, as an airline, could help those in the greatest difficulty. This solution – shipping 1 million kilos of cargo free of charge – is a firm commitment for QR Cargo. More than just words, we wanted to act and to adopt a comprehensive approach based on actions for the future.

Guillaume Halleux, Chief Officer Cargo, Qatar Airways

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peedy Freight franchisees has delivered over a million

To keep services running as normal, Speedy Freight scaled up its

consignments of both medical and consumer goods since

home delivery operation. The Glasgow-based Franchise is now also

lockdown began in March.

beginning to increase its services for construction and manufacturing clients as the industry gears back up to business as usual levels.

For Glasgow Franchisee, Damian Pacitti, lockdown required him to restructure the branch resources and operational systems to adapt to customer needs. Consignments during lockdown ranged from

ABOUT SPEEDY FREIGHT

supermarket signage and protective screens to aid social distancing

Speedy Freight operates over 60 branches across the UK.

to vital medical supplies such as PPE equipment, including protective

Our network of dedicated courier services means urgent

masks, gloves, ventilators and other critical hospital apparatus.

or sensitive freight can be collected within 60 minutes of booking and delivered anywhere in the UK. Speedy Freight

Since the Covid-19 lockdown began in March, the Glasgow team have

moves any size or shape of consignment, with access to

also played a key role in delivering one million home consignments

a fleet of 4,000 vehicles across the country, ranging from

for a major UK retailer in collaboration with other Speedy Freight

full-weight artics to small vans. A 24/7 business operating

branches across the UK.

365 days of the year, Speedy Freight delivers, whatever to wherever. We’re there.

I’m hugely proud of my team who have made our deliveries possible by travelling the length and breadth of the UK. We’ve had

Speedy Freight is part of the Eddie Stobart Logistics family

to act quickly in order to tailor our services to meet customer

which enables us to deliver innovative supply chain solutions.

demands. Their willingness to adapt their working lives to support

Our specialised offerings in transportation, warehousing and

the national transportation of urgent supplies – from vital PPE

value-added services have helped develop strong partnerships

equipment to eggs boxes, supermarket checkout screens, and home

within a diverse customer base.

entertainment goods – has helped others stay at home.

Damian Pacitti, Director, Speedy Freight Glasgow

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MORE SHIPBOARD OXYGEN REQUIRED 15 JULY 2020

IN THE EVENT OF EXISTING OR FUTURE RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS

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eading maritime safety specialist Survitec is highlighting the

A healthy adult requires about 7 litres of oxygen per minute, but

need to ensure there is sufficient medical oxygen onboard

Covid-19 can deplete this to dangerous levels. Depending on the

vessels in the event of crews and passengers becoming ill

severity of the infection, a single Covid-19 patient would need

with a respiratory infection.

between 2 and 15 litres of oxygen per minute. In exceptional circumstances, Stage 4 Oxygen Escalation Therapy has required 60

While the IMDG Code and MFAG guidelines require operators to

litres per minute.

carry 44 litres of medical oxygen at 200 bar as minimum, Survitec recommends increasing current supplies to ensure sufficient

Although the number of cylinders stored onboard depends

availability onboard should crews contract Covid-19 or any other

on a range of factors such as number of crew/passengers, type

respiratory infection.

of cargoes carried and sailing/operating area, clearly, the current minimum will not be enough to treat multiple persons infected with

The current minimum may not be enough in the event of a new

the virus. We therefore recommend that ship/offshore installation

outbreak. Most vessels will carry one 40 litre cylinder and two

operators and owners increase the number of cylinders they

smaller 2 litre cylinders. A 40 litre cylinder operating at 200 bar with

currently have onboard.

a flowrate of max 25 litres per minute will last for about 5.3 hours, but this is unlikely to be enough to treat more than one Covid-19

According to the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC, 2006),

patient if a medical evacuation is not possible or cylinders cannot

adopted by the International Labour Organization (ILO), a seafarer,

be quickly replaced.

while working onboard, has the right to health protection and

Jan-Oskar Lid,

medical care as comparable as possible to that which is generally

Global Technical Sales Manager – Fire, Rescue & Safety, Survitec

available to workers ashore. This includes prompt access to the necessary medicines, medical equipment and facilities for diagnosis and treatment and to medical information and expertise.

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ABOUT SURVITEC

received Z-17 approval as a class-approved service provider

Survitec is a global leader in survival and safety solutions to

from seven major classification societies, and also has ISO 9001

the marine, defence, aviation and energy markets. Survitec has

certification, the international standard for quality management

over 3,000 employees worldwide covering eight manufacturing

systems. Throughout its 160-year+ history, Survitec has

facilities, 15 offshore support centres and over 70 owned

remained at the forefront of innovation, design and application

service centres. It is further supported by a network of over

engineering and is the trusted name when it comes to critical

500 3rd party service centres and distributors. Survitec has

safety and survival solutions.

This is why medical oxygen is a registered medicine which is

This requires the entire unit to be installed in the vessel’s hospital with

exactly the same as the medical oxygen gas supplied to hospitals and

the oxygen cylinder placed between two beds, mounted against the

other medical facilities on shore. Medical oxygen is considered to

bulkhead. A fixed pressure regulator is placed directly on the cylinder.

be a prescription drug and is part of the medical outfitting onboard

The oxygen flow is adjusted via the flow meter on the bulkhead.

of a vessel,

said Lid. If the vessel has a Norwegian or Isle of Man flag, the 'Norwegian'

To support its customers, Survitec has partnered with Netherlands-

method is required. This is similar to the Bedside solution, however,

based Lagaay International to champion its ISO 9809-1:2019

a high pressure hose connects the cylinder to the regulator on the

compliant MedOx medical oxygen cylinders.

bulkhead. The regulator is equipped with a safety valve, so if there is a leak inside the regulator, the oxygen will be vented out to open air.

Survitec supplies a range of ancillary medical equipment to the global maritime industry, including oxygen delivery systems and

The 'Outside' solution is for all vessel’s operating under the Dutch

resuscitators, all of which are compatible with our MedOx cylinders.

flag or for those required to locate their medical oxygen cylinders

We will now work with Survitec to ensure maritime industry demand

outside of the accommodation. The MedOx is fed into the vessel’s

for medical oxygen can be met.

hospital area via piping.

Joris Alberda, Managing Director, Lagaay International It is important to remember that different regions have Lid added:

MedOx cylinders supplied by Lagaay are filled to 200

established their own standards,' said Lid. 'There are many different

bar, the pressure recommended by IMO. Other regions around the

types of valve outlet connections available. However, for medical

world have different maximum filling pressure. In the USA it is 150

gases we strongly recommend the use of the Pin Index Safety System

bar and some Asian countries it is 128 bar.

valve. This is the type used on Lagaay’s MedOx cylinders and is the closest valve to an international standard. It is specifically designed

Survitec has three MedOx delivery systems available to meet

for Medical Oxygen and and ensures the correct gas is filled into the

the IMDG/FMAG rules designated 'Bedside', 'Outside' and

correct cylinder. It also ensures that the cylinder will only connect to

'Norwegian'. Most flag states approve the 'Bedside' solution, the

the correct medical equipment. Valve outlet connections standards

most common method.

should be universal, rather than national, as this will help ensure product safety and integrity.

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20 JULY 2020

AIR PARTNER OPERATES HUNDREDS OF CARGO FLIGHTS

TRANSPORTING MEDICAL SUPPLIES IN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19

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ir Partner, a global aviation services group, announced

Most recently, Air Partner supported U.S.-based freight forwarder

today that the company’s freight division has carried

Radiant Global Logistics in their participation in Project Airbridge,

out more than 160 dedicated cargo flights globally since

a COVID-19 emergency response initiative led by the Federal

February to support the urgent demand for personal protective

Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). With the assistance of

equipment (PPE), COVID-19 test kits and other necessities in the

Air Partner in identifying the best aircraft charter solutions, Radiant

fight against COVID-19 ('novel coronavirus'). In total, Air Partner

was able to expedite the delivery of medical supplies, such as N95

has delivered more than 12 million kilograms of cargo thus far to

masks, surgical gowns, and gloves from international manufacturers

the U.S. and Europe from China and Southeast Asia on a range of

to points across the United States.

chartered freighter aircraft such as the Antonov AN-124, Boeing 747-400F, Boeing 777F, Boeing 767F, and Airbus A330F. Additionally,

Additionally, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Air

Air Partner’s freight team used their extensive experience to charter

Partner assisted Radiant in the urgent transportation of more

numerous passenger configured aircraft to move urgent PPE cargo,

than 5,000 experimental COVID-19 test kits from South Korea

as an innovative approach to overcome the global cargo aircraft

to Washington, D.C. The test kits were shipped under highly

capacity crunch during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

regulated specifications in temperature-controlled containers and required hourly temperature checks to ensure they stayed inside

We’ve been working with our clients around the clock to ensure

the required frozen range throughout the flight. Furthermore, in

critical supplies arrive safely and as quickly as possible to the places

February, Air Partner operated a flight from Philadelphia to Rome

and people that need them most during these challenging times.

containing temperature-controlled pharmaceutical goods, which

Our dedicated freight team has extensive experience in arranging

required similar logistics to ensure the integrity of the products

time-critical air shipments in some of the most challenging situations

during transport.

imaginable, and during times of crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re committed to helping our clients every step of the way.

David McCown, President, Air Partner U.S.

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ABOUT AIR PARTNER Founded in 1961, Air Partner is a global aviation services group providing aircraft charter and aviation safety & security solutions to industry, commerce, governments and private individuals, across civil and defense organizations. The Group has two divisions: Air Partner Charter, comprising Group Charter (formerly Commercial Jets), Private Jets, Freight and Remarketing; and Air Partner Safety & Security (formerly Consulting & Training), which comprises Baines Simmons and Redline Assured Security.

Group Charter charters large airliners to move groups of any size. Private Jets offers the Company's unique prepaid JetCard scheme and on-demand charter for up to 19 people. Freight charters aircraft of every size to fly almost any cargo anywhere, at any time. Air Partner Remarketing Due to the impact that COVID-19 has had on global supply chains, Air

provides comprehensive remarketing programs for all types

Partner’s freight team is now starting to see an uptick in requests for

of commercial and corporate aircraft to a wide range of

the transportation of commodities from new clients. This includes

international customers.

the movement of high-value items, as well as delayed goods that have been held up as a result of the loss of belly cargo operations

Baines Simmons offers Aviation Safety Management,

on passenger aircraft. As the global air freight industry continues

Fatigue Risk Management, Air Traffic Services, Wildlife

to be limited by the lack of passenger aircraft and dedicated belly

Hazard Management and Aircraft Registry Services. Redline

space, Air Partner’s freight team is available to provide dedicated

Assured Security delivers government-standard security

cargo aircraft charters that provide vital assistance to clients in a

training and solutions.

wide range of industries to keep their businesses moving.

Air Partner has 17 offices across three continents, with its With a global network of cargo specialists on-hand 24/7, Air

headquarters located alongside Gatwick airport in the U.K.

Partner’s freight division provides dedicated chartered aircraft

The group employs around 450 aviation professionals globally

of every size to fly cargo anywhere, at any time. Serving freight

and operates 24/7. Air Partner is listed on the London Stock

forwarders, governments and aid organizations with everything

Exchange (AIR) and is the only publicly listed air charter

from urgent ‘go now’ requirements to the most complex project

broker and aviation safety & security consultancy. It is ISO

cargo shipments taking months to plan, Air Partner has the skills,

9001:2015 compliant for commercial airline and private jet

experience, and expertise to ensure the seamless delivery of cargo

solutions worldwide.

when it matters most.

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he Coronavirus pandemic has exposed the fragility

Re-thinking Sourcing

of the modern supply chain, as companies struggle

With the global supply chain often more complex than many

to acquire the products and raw materials needed to

comprehend, very few organisations can trace their supply

keep revenue flowing. With many businesses relying heavily on

chain beyond their Tier 1 suppliers, and many are uncertain of

a limited number of trading partners, many located in hard-hit

the location of their second and third-tier suppliers. To fully

areas like China, the scale of the supply chain disruption has

understand supply-side risk, Deloitte notes that advanced digital

been a wake-up call.

solutions are “generally required to trace supply networks reliably across the multiple tiers of suppliers.� Indeed, manufacturers,

Pummeling the Bottom Line

retailers, and distributors are in uncharted waters as they race

COVID-19 shockwaves are being felt around the globe, with one

to identify new supply sources.

in six companies adjusting revenue targets downward. Figures from the Office of National Statistics revealed that 72% of

Global Trade Insights Guide the Way

businesses in the UK reported that they are exporting less than

With the daunting task of navigating the rapidly changing

normal, and 59% of reported that they are importing less than

global trade landscape, where should your organisation begin?

normal due to the impact of Coronavirus.

Actionable global trade data is your lifeline for supply chain resilience. In the face of COVID-19 disruptions, global trade

According to a survey by the Institute for Supply Management

intelligence solutions can help businesses swiftly find alternative

(ISM), nearly 75% of companies reported supply chain disruptions

suppliers in a concise three-step process:

due to the COVID-19 outbreak, with lead times doubling and

of tools to find alternative supply sources has increased by 21%.

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Given the sheer scale of the disruption, many different types of

market dynamics, revealing the impact of both the Coronavirus

businesses are unlikely to have a plan in place to address supply

and recent tariff changes on specific commodity imports and

disruption from China and other countries.

exports by mapping the global flow of shipments and identifying

delays compounded by a shortage of air and ocean freight options. A recent survey of Descartes customers also found that 31% are looking for alternative suppliers, and their usage

Identify potential sources... know the market to make better sourcing decisions

A sophisticated global trade intelligence solution can assess

recent volume shifts. Previous shipment volumes reveal which suppliers have capacity for your sourcing demands, while bill of lading (BOL) data helps you easily identify names, addresses, and contact details for each supplier.

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Analyse costs...

With a global trade intelligence solution, businesses can quickly

how much will it cost to do business?

screen potential suppliers to determine if the country or vendor are subject to any restrictions or sanctions from the government.

Given the slowdown many companies are facing during the

Compliance vetting is crucial for avoiding fines and penalties but

pandemic, curtailing costs is top of mind. Global trade data

also ensures your company brand remains untarnished.

technology can analyse potential suppliers to calculate the total landed cost of doing business with them, including duty spend,

Beyond COVID-19

variable and fixed taxes, shipping costs, and insurance costs.

Access to actionable trade insight is critical to developing

With international trade insight, businesses can also identify

a proactive supply chain response to the coronavirus and

favourable Free Trade Agreements (FTA) or other preferential

emerging from this pandemic as intact and profitable as possible.

mechanisms to help maximise margins.

Sophisticated global trade intelligence solutions use shipment

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data from across the world to model trade flows globally, Vet potential trading partners...

helping companies rapidly identify, analyse, and vet new sourcing

limit liability and brand damage

locations. With the right approach, businesses can mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on supply chains and also strengthen and

The vetting process is vital for avoiding exposure to sanctioned

add resiliency to their logistics operations going forward.

parties but, given the fluidity and sheer size of restricted party lists and the rabbit hole of shell companies, obtaining an accurate

Mark Segner, VP Global Sales, Descartes

view can be extremely challenging.

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here’s no denying that these last few months have been

Office-based work will never be the same again. We can’t go back

tough for the economy. Lockdowns and social distancing

to how it was before. Both employees and business owners have had

have left many businesses battered and bruised, and many

a taste of what working remotely is really like. My team are happier,

good employees in search of new jobs.

more efficient and more focused working from home. You’ll see no perspex here! We’ll continue to work from home until it’s safe to

As businesses start to reopen, staff come out of furlough and the cogs

go back into the workplace, and once we do return it will be with

of the British economy slowly start turning again, it’s understandable

the idea that every team member can choose whether they work

that people are keen to get back to normal.

from home or come into the office.

Chadd Blunt, CEO, Millennium Cargo

But what is normal in this post-covid world?

Perspex barriers, staggered breaks & no more birthday cakes

When asked about how this 'taste of working remotely' will influence businesses on a wider scale, Chadd replied:

As we edge carefully out of lockdown, the Government have advised that we keep certain health and safety measures in place. Distancing

I think flexible, remote working is here to stay. Businesses may

needs to be maintained where possible and stricter hygiene policies

have to be more flexible in their expectations, offering the option of

implemented to prevent a second wave of infection.

remote work at least a few days week for those who want it. Flexible working hours and locations were already becoming a priority in

Some businesses are bringing staff in on staggered hours, others have

the younger generations, now they’ve had a real taste of freedom it

erected perspex shields to prevent employees breathing, coughing

might be hard to convince them back into an office full time. Meaning

or sneezing on each other. People are to avoid congregating in small

businesses may miss out on ideal candidates because they prefer to

spaces, such as break rooms, and everyone should provide their own

work for someone else who’s willing to offer remote working.

food – so no more office birthday cakes!

Whether you’re looking forward to getting back into the office or Not all businesses are planning

dreading dragging yourself back to work, one thing is for certain;

to rush back into the office

there’s light at the end of the tunnel! We’re one step closer to

The freight industry was one of the first to be hit by Covid-19,

getting British business moving again and creating a new kind of

affecting imports and exports all over the world as it swept

normal in the workplace - whatever that normal turns out to be.

through China as far back as November 2019. But despite battling with industry disruptions for more than seven months, Millennium Cargo in Birmingham is in no rush to bring the team back into the office. They believe that working from home is the future – whether business owners like it or not.

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he COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on supply

in both the road and air markets. It is likely that demand will be

chains across the globe, particularly the ISO-tank market

slow to recover and if working from home and a reduction in long

which uses specialist equipment and relies on a balance of

distance business travel continues in the long term, these industries

flows. The impact of 'lockdowns' initially hit the manufacturers of

may never return to pre-coronavirus levels.

product at the beginning of the supply chain, starting in China and then progressively impacting Europe and the Americas. A fall in supply side

There was also a near instant shutdown of large scale manufacturing

demand came shortly after, again cycling from Asia to the Americas.

such as car plants, white goods, aircraft, and parts, many of which

This disruption led to erratic volumes and delays in discharging tanks,

use chemicals directly, or use plastics which are made from

which in turn lead to tank shortages in some areas.

chemicals. Some of these plants have restarted limited production, but again, recovery will be slow against a background of increased

The manufacturing and usage of chemicals has not been impacted

unemployment and reduced economic activity, meaning it could take

as heavily as some other sectors: demand for some products has

years to recover to former levels of output.

increased, while others have remained stable and some have seen significant reductions. We saw an initial surge in demand for industrial

During the outbreak of the pandemic, Suttons’ first priority was the

alcohols and solvents, both used in cleaning and sanitising products,

health and safety of our staff, both from a welfare perspective and on

which were in high demand at the beginning of the outbreak to

business level because without healthy staff we would be unable to meet

support with the immediate attempt to keep economies operating

our customers’ needs. As a global business we had an early test of our

and preventing the need to lockdown. This initial rise in demand has

business continuity plans with the lockdown in China, which impacted

abated somewhat, but it is likely that demand for these products

us in late January. This tested our ability to maintain our International

will remain higher than normal until a vaccine is available, and

operation with remote working and allowed us to iron out any minor

may continue permanently with raised awareness of the need for

issues. As it became clear that COVID-19 was going to spread globally

improved hygiene to reduce the spread of other viruses.

we introduced social distancing and hygiene measures, as well as providing PPE to allow staff to continue to work safely, while providing support for

Many sectors have seen a continuation of normal levels of demand,

those who needed to shield due to age or for medical reasons.

for example, chemicals used in the water treatment industry and foodstuffs. Other sectors have seen a severe decrease in volume,

We quickly adapted our operations to ensure that we could maintain

many of which are related directly or indirectly with the transport

the standards of safety and quality that our customers expect from

sectors and manufacturing. As the nation adapted to working from

us and to respond to changing demand patterns for certain products

home the demand for petrol, diesel and fuel additives fell significantly

as already discussed. This included pro-actively marketing our

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capability to sectors where demand was increasing, or where new

As we navigate through the pandemic, we are constantly

entrants were supporting the national effort to combat the ever-

reviewing the way in which we have managed the business and

evolving pandemic. An example of this was our support to William

our operation, as well as how we have supported our employees

Grant & Sons Distillery who switched from producing whisky to

and customers. Our existing business continuity plans worked

distilling alcohol sanitising applications.

well and allowed us to operate safely and maintain an excellent level of customer service, all while managing our cash flow.

Like many businesses, unsurprisingly, we had to react quickly at a

However, we are noticing areas where we could have done

corporate level to ensure that we had access to sufficient cash to support

better or where additional investment in equipment, software,

the business and to fund any investment required to meet our changing

and training could improve our reaction to either a second

operational needs. The initial problem was trying to model what the

wave of COVID-19 or some similar challenge in the future.

impact on the businesses turnover and cash flow might be, in a situation that no one had ever lived through before. Our two biggest concerns

It is crucial for all businesses, including Suttons, to constantly

were that we did not know how far demand would fall and whether or

assess the medium to long-term impact of the pandemic on

not some of our customers would be unable to pay us. We were also

customers and competitors in the post COVID-19 world. It is

initially unaware of the level of support that governments would provide.

certain that the economy will take a significant time to recover from the shock of lockdown. Where coronavirus has had a

We moved quickly to preserve cash. Capital expenditure plans were

negative impact, companies like ours must respond quickly to

reviewed and some projects that were deemed non-essential were

reshape their business processes, asset base and workforce to

deferred or re-scheduled to ensure we balanced operational needs

ensure that the are in the best possible shape to survive and

with cash management.

prosper in this economy. Equally, where the pandemic generates opportunities businesses must react swiftly to capitalise on them.

THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 Keith Broom, Finance Director, Suttons Group

ON SUPPLY CHAINS & LOGISTICS BUSINESSES

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CELEBRATING A YEAR OF SUCCESS 1 JULY 2020

FOR ALLAIR

T

his month marks the one year anniversary of Allair Global

Based from offices at Heathrow airport and only 5 minutes’ drive

the specialist airfreight services division of Allseas Global

from Cargo Village, the Allair division have benefitted from available

Logistics. It’s been a remarkable journey in this short

on-site services such as packaging, security screening and temporary

period of time which has seen the division grow and flourish to a

customs storage. In addition, the team has access to a 24/7 365 office

now seven-strong team of logistics experts.

and warehouse facility. And of course, the Allair Global division has the same ethos as the rest of the Allseas Group - to make logistics

The team have built great relationships with international air carriers

simple, no matter what the challenge.

around the world and are able to offer a comprehensive and marketleading logistics package supported by transparent, leading-edge

New growth, new leadership

information management.

As part of an ongoing commitment to the group’s airfreight services, Allseas Global are extremely pleased to announce a new management

In the first year for Allair the team have undertaken many successful

team who will head-up the Allair Global division.

projects for new clients in the first year, from white glove installation deliveries for Man Utd TV, to high value sports car movements

Steve Morris and Scott Cahill bring exceptional experience to the

that demanded a high-performance logistics turnaround to ensure

team having both gained an extensive track record within the logistics

delivery ahead of the Covid-19 lockdown. And whilst the Coronovirus

domain. Steve and Scott will take joint leadership roles and head

brought its challenges, it also became an opportunity for Allair to

the division into further growth of the team and its capabilities.

show how quickly the team can react in critical situations. Over recent months Allair have helped import large quantities of PPE equipment including much needed face masks, gloves and garments for hospitals and care authorities across the globe. The Allair team were proud to have pulled out all the stops to make these deliveries arrive in the possession of the brave front-line workers as fast as physically possible.

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Having long admired Allseas Global as an established player in the world of logistics, I was very happy indeed to take up the opportunity to help shape their air freight services offer. We share the same vision for the future and the same dogged determination towards delivering the best possible service for the customer. I’m thrilled to be on board.

Steve Morris, Branch Manager, Allair Global

We’re extremely happy with the growth of our specialist airfreight division in its first year, and I’m pleased to welcome both Scott and Steve to the team. Their vast experience will help with further growth and to ensure we continue to offer our customers an exceptional and valuable airfreight service from our offices at Heathrow.

Darren Wright, Founder & MD, Allair Global

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NEWS

rom July 7, American Airlines will begin provisionally

American’s check-in desks will be located in Terminal 5 Zone C

operating all flights from London Heathrow (LHR)

for Flagship® Business, Priority and Main Cabin customers.

Terminal 5, the home of its Atlantic joint business

Flagship® First customers can check-in using British Airways’

partner and fellow oneworld member, British Airways. The

exclusive First Wing.

co-location of American’s operations into Terminal 5, voted best airport terminal in the world six times (Skytrax World

Customers traveling on American or connecting onto a British

Airport Awards), will make connecting at Heathrow quicker

Airways or Iberia flight from Terminal 5 will be able to enjoy

and easier than ever.

award-winning facilities. Admirals Club members, including Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive Card primary cardholders,

Terminal 5 is also home to Iberia; this move will enable the

traveling on American flights will be able to access British

carriers to operate flights seamlessly this summer from the

Airways Club lounges.

same Heathrow terminal.

The safety, well-being and peace of mind of our customers and American will be operating four daily flights from LHR Terminal

team members remain at the forefront of every decision American

5 to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), New York’s John F. Kennedy

makes. As a result, American is ensuring customers can travel with

(JFK), Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Miami (MIA). American is

confidence by providing additional flexibility for travel by extending

rebuilding its international network by focusing on strategic hubs

its offer to waive change fees for those who have travel through

like Heathrow to enable future growth in this new environment.

30 September. Additional details are located at aa.com/travelalerts.

Moving American’s operations to Terminal 5 for the first time will greatly improve the customer travel experience, enabling faster and easier connections by working closely alongside our valued joint business partners. While our surroundings may have changed, the safety of our customers and team members remains of paramount importance and we are working tirelessly with our partners and the airport to ensure we continue to offer a safe travel experience.

Rhett Workman, Managing Director Europe & Asia-Pacific, American Airlines

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Since March, American has continued to build on its

On the ground, Heathrow is working closely with Public Health

comprehensive cleaning and safety programme by...

England, to take a number of steps to ensure passengers remain safe while travelling through the airport. In line with UK

• Implementing multiple layers of protection for customers

Government guidance, face coverings are now required for all

which include clean airports and airplanes, healthy team

Heathrow colleagues and any passenger while in the terminal.

members, and requirements for customers – and those

Heathrow is providing face coverings free of charge for arriving

servicing them – to wear face coverings.

and departing passengers.

• Enhancing American’s hands-free travel partnership with Airportr so customers can check-in their bags from home

The airport has also implemented an enhanced cleaning regime

and our partners will deliver them to the airports.

and deployed over 600 hand sanitizing stations across terminals.

• The HEPA filtration system on board American’s fleet

Passengers may also notice Perspex screens deployed at key points

provides a complete air change every two to four minutes,

throughout their journey to protect both themselves and airport

similar to the standard for hospitals.

workers. Trials are ongoing to test the latest in UV sanitation,

• Creating a new Travel Health Advisory Panel in collaboration

more contactless security processes and thermal screening. All

with Vanderbilt University Medical Center to advise on health

passengers are reminded to respect the latest UK Government

and cleaning matters as travelers return over the summer.

guidance on social distancing.

• American Airlines is the first airline to seek the Global Biorisk Advisory Council’s STARTM Accreditation for its aircraft and lounges, and American expects to receive full accreditation by the end of 2020 for all aircraft and lounges.

• GBAC STAR Accreditation demonstrates that proper cleaning and disinfection work practices, procedures and systems are in place to prepare for, respond to and recover from pandemics

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CARIBBEAN AIRLINES JAMAICA-BASED OPS RESTART 7 JULY 2020

AS REPATRIATION FLIGHTS CONTINUE

P

iarco, Trinidad & Tobago, July 7 2020: Caribbean Airlines

Among the passengers were medical students, all nationals of

has re-started commercial operations from its Jamaica hub

Trinidad and Tobago studying in Cuba.

into the USA and Canada. Daily flights to/from Kingston

and New York resumed on July 6, with a further roll out of non-stop

The airline has increased its domestic operations on the air bridge

services to Toronto and Miami scheduled during the week.

between Trinidad & Tobago; and Cargo operations continue, utilizing both the airline’s Boeing 737 fleet and freighter service.

The resumption of phased commercial operations out of Jamaica marked a significant day for all stakeholders. Our teams and crews have been preparing for the re-start of our flights, and we have implemented several measures to keep our employees and passengers safe.

Garvin Medera, Chief Executive Officer, Caribbean Airlines Simultaneously, Caribbean Airlines continues repatriation efforts, providing relief to scores of stranded Caribbean nationals desirous of returning to their home countries.

Also on July 6, over 400 passengers were accommodated on repatriation flights operated between Trinidad, Guyana, Cuba and St Maarten; as well as a special charter for 147 farm-workers headed to Canada from Trinidad.

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The ultimate in blue-sky thinking We’ve been developing our air freight experience for decades and we’re now proud to announce the launch of Allair - our dedicated air freight services division.

We’ve built great relationships with international air carriers around the world offering a full, market-leading logistics package. All delivered by industry experts and supported by transparent, leading-edge information management. We make logistics simple, no matter what the challenges.

Logistics specialists working across: • Automotive • Aerospace • Ornamental Aquatic • Military • Projects

For exceptional air freight service:

Call: 0333 988 4848 www.allairglobal.com

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8 JULY 2020

NEUTRAL AIR PARTNER LAUNCHES

PERISHABLE LOGISTICS NETWORK H ong Kong based Neutral Air Partner (NAP), the premier

within the perishable logistics sector. We are looking to expand SME’s

global network of air cargo architects and aviation

opportunities worldwide under the NAP umbrella, and the large range

specialists and UK’s Peter Shepherd Consultancy, have

of benefits Neutral Air Partner network has to offer.

joined forces to launch Perishable Logistics Network, a brand-new perishable focused logistics network.

Perishable and cold chain logistics are essential for the growth

and sustainability of the air cargo industry and the logistics sector.

Perishable Logistics Network (PLN) will be empowered by NAP

Being one of the leading air cargo networks with 250 local airfreight

and will be targeting independent and privately-owned companies

heroes in 150 countries, we were looking at the right timing and

with a proven record of exemplary services and understanding of

opportunity to get involved in the fresh & perishable logistics field,

perishable logistics temperature control products.

and we are very excited with this new partnership.

Christos Spyrou, CEO, NAP

PLN’s aim is to assist SME’s within the perishable & cold chain logistics industry, to compete both in service and price with the global forwarders, while offering a platform of Fresh logistic connections and

ABOUT NEUTRAL AIR PARTNER

innovative digital tools for a matchless outstanding global advantage.

Neutral Air Partner (NAP) is the premier global network of leading air cargo architects and aviation specialists, dedicated

Peter Shepherd, CEO of the new specialty group PLN, has 50 years’

to providing innovative air cargo solutions to the global

experience in the global freight marketplace, worldwide experience

supply chain and the logistics community.

in the sales environment, enjoying heading up commercial sales teams including AMI Air Menzies international.

The group is positioned amongst the world’s largest & top IATA air cargo logistics providers, counting over 250 like-

We are very delighted to announce the launch of PLN. Its

minded experts from 150 countries.

membership will be comprised of local and independent perishable logistics specialists, committed to delivering global fresh & temperature-

For more information about NAP, visit neutralairpartner.com

control supply chain solutions with no boundaries. We are offering

or contact pr@neutralairpartner.com

networking skills, professionalism and expertise which will be unique

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A

s the pandemic continues to cause disruption across

Where possible we will be pushing bookings through the Super

the globe, what has become apparent to many is the

Hubs which will provide a high level of visibility coupled with an

important role a fast, reliable and efficient air service is. As

effective transfer through customs and onto the planes. It is fantastic

many organisations gear up to start moving goods to meet growing

to see Ligentia's air freight services go from strength-to-strength.

consumer demand, airfreight will become the new norm over the

The knock on effect of recent difficulties in meeting the PPE demand

coming months as inventory is moved quickly across supply chains.

globally is that organisations have recognised the importance of establishing a relationship with a supply chain provider who can

Preparing for another rise in the demand for air services, Ligentia has taken

offer a fast and reliable service. Air freight provision will always be

the bold step to operate a large proportion of their business through 3

part of supply chain operations, as consumers expect goods to be

Super Hubs in China; Xian, Shanghai and Guangzhou, with those goods

readily accessible and air offers the fastest response time to avoid

moving to the UK landing at their owned Heathrow Super Hub.

lost sales. Operating through super hubs in China and the UK is just the start of our expansion plans, with further developments to our air product to be announced later this year.

Lee Alderman-Davis, Global Product & Development Director, Ligentia This year Ligentia has become well known for organising multiple charters filled with PPE out of China. Now the global team are looking to continue to adopt a collaborative approach as sales climb due to the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions.

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S.D.M. SIGNS M.O.U. 27 JULY 2020

WITH EUROPEAN TELECOMMS STANDARDS INSTITUTE

T

he SESAR Deployment Manager (SDM) and the European

ETSI plays a key role on the European scene for the development of

Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) signed a

standards for Aviation, including Air Traffic Management.

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the 17th of July.

Through this cooperation, the SDM and ETSI will contribute to the

The deployment of SESAR results in significant air traffic management

provision of the required standards for a successful deployment of

modernization. Standards are key to ensure that this modernization

SESAR.

is safe, and robust.

Timely availability of standards is key to the timely deployment As ETSI, together with other standardization bodies, plays an

of SESAR and related operational benefits. This MoU reinforces the

instrumental role in developing those standards, the relations

cooperation between standardization and SESAR deployment to the

between ETSI and SDM have been naturally and smoothly established

benefit of the European ATM community.

already some years ago.

Nicolas Warinsko, General Manager, SESAR Deployment Manager

This MoU comes timely to capture our joint experience and cooperation. It provides the principles and sets the framework for

ABOUT AERO AFRICA

further efficient cooperation and communication between the SDM

The SESAR Deployment Manager (SDM) function is

and ETSI with regard to SESAR deployment, in light of Regulation

defined by the Article 9 of Commission Implementing

409/2013, to facilitate the timely availability of standards identified

Regulation (EU) N°409/2013. Under the oversight of the

in the SESAR Deployment Programme.

European Commission, the SDM function consists of the synchronisation and the coordination of the deployment of

It is a stepping stone towards a more fluid transition from R&D to

the Common Projects.

deployment through industrialization, the intermediate critical phase that comprises standardization.

The SDM synchronises and coordinates implementation against the SESAR Deployment Programme which is a

This MoU reinforces SDM’s connections with standardization,

project view of the Common Projects organizing their

in particular the MoU between SDM and EUROCAE and SDM’s

implementation into optimum sequences of activities by all

participation to the European ATM Standardisation Coordination

the stakeholders required to implement.

Group (EASCG).

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ort-of-Spain July 21, 2020. Subject to regulatory approvals

Transport is a main pillar of Caribbean States, where it provides a

Caribbean Airlines will launch service to the Eastern

space for the facilitation of trade, investment, and the movement

Caribbean from Barbados effective July 22, 2020. Flights

of people. Regionally and internationally, there is a lot to restart,

will initially operate between Barbados to St. Vincent and the

and subject to regulatory approvals Caribbean Airlines is resuming

Grenadines and Grenada with other destinations to be added once

our 2020 plans to expand routes in the Eastern Caribbean. This will

the regulatory approvals are received.

begin from Barbados, as its borders are now open to commercial services. For us, improving connectivity is a strategy that has been in

The route expansion into the Eastern Caribbean is part of the

the making and we have carefully planned for this expansion, using

airline’s current strategic plan. Earlier this year, Caribbean Airlines

data and other research to guide our decisions.

acquired additional aircraft and resources including pilots and cabin

Garvin Medera, CEO, Caribbean Airlines

crew to support this initiative.

Flight schedule from Barbados to St. Vincent & Grenada

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2 JULY 2020

CORY BROTHERS &

THE UNCHARTED WATERS OF COVID W e always try to be prepared in advance. We’re now preparing for post lockdown and what we believe will eventually be a brighter future. Clearly, it will be

different. Working from home has been a phenomenal success and

is here to stay. We haven’t yet refined exactly how, but we’ll plan

and make sure that it works for the people and for the business. The office is still important to us, our business and our global network.

Striking the right balance between working from home and working from the office is part of the review plan that continues as we adapt to embrace the future.

It feels like we are at a new frontier. A re-set for the way we live,

Danny Weston, new starter recruited during lockdown

behave and trade. So many things are likely to change. Mostly for the better we hope. With over 178 years under the belt, Cory Brothers clearly have longevity and experience of world changing events: 'ups & downs.' One key attribute that has served us well all these years is maintaining a moral compass; as a business we endeavour to do the right thing. Of course, this isn’t always the easiest option especially when so many around you are doing the opposite. Group wide we have not 'furloughed' anyone. We’ve taken on more good people in our sales and operations departments. We’ve picked up new business and more new customers. We’ve stood by our suppliers and customers and they have done likewise. Lockdown is easing (for now) and we remain cautiously optimistic.

Devon Sanders, new starter recruited during lockdown.

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As a business we are a service provider; our people are the business.

to check that we’re all OK and then onto the work. This invariably

Without the people, we have very little to offer! From the start of

involves meeting new family members and pets which is occasionally

this pandemic, the first thing we did was ensure our people knew

hilarious and comforting in equal measure.

they were valued and would be looked after and essentially financially protected. Group wide we planned, invested in new kit and ensured

The headlines have changed and the clapping has stopped yet behind

that our people could work from home and with reduced worry.

all the front line workers are more heroes, other key workers. Cory Brothers ships agency teams ensure the vessels delivering cargo into

Other service providers in our sector have had to furlough staff

the UK can go ahead as usual. Boarding, processing and managing

whilst others have seemingly jumped the gun. We continue to

ALL the vessels’ and crews requirements, legalities, declarations,

regularly speak with all our people, our customers and suppliers to

timings, provisions and more. Our brilliant teams cover nearly all

ensure they are OK, that they are informed and up to speed with

UK ports, are dedicated and reliable: working hard to make sure

what we are doing and to see if we can help. Our customers and

this vital service continues around the clock and every day. Having

suppliers know that we want and need them to get through this so

invested in the latest systems and technology, which provide us

we can continue and they know we are together. A core element

with the essential hardware we need to operate in a global shipping

of our success has always been and will always be based on solid

market, we’re fully equipped to make sure our service remains solid,

relationships that last. We are lucky to deal with so many companies

reliable and dependable.

that have always demonstrated strong moral ethics. They are vastly appreciated and we’ll always go the extra mile to ensure they remain

Cory Brothers have been trading for 178 years this year; has seen

happily content with our service.

famines, pandemics, world wars and various other horrid world events. We’re still here because previous custodians have managed

With our entire team of people working from home, there is the

the business with care and been able to adapt. It is our aim to ensure

occasional IT blip but we have an amazing Suffolk based IT team

that continues. We’ll still be here when this pandemic is over and

(unsung heroes for us) who I’d compare to an F1 pit crew: lightning

we’ll be working towards the next 178 years.

quick to ensure we’re all back on track in record time with no fuss.

Our HR department has been outstanding; ensuring that our people

Mike Bowden,

are looked after and that any issues they have are quickly addressed.

Group Marketing & Procurement Manager, Cory Brothers

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BIFA TIES WITH MARITIME CONSULTANCY TO ENABLE MEMBERS TO

BENCHMARK OCEAN FREIGHT RATES T he British International Freight Association (BIFA) has

Addressing the benefits and privileges of membership, BIFA Director

entered into a collaborative agreement with Drewry

General said:

BIFA members will gain access to Drewry’s freight

to help bring the maritime research consultancy's

rate benchmarking and forecasting consultancy team which offers

confidential freight rate benchmarking service to members of the

the ability to identify margin opportunities between carrier buy-

trade association.

rates and BCO sell rates using independent benchmark data to demonstrate the competitiveness of rates with customers, prospects

Launched in 2019, Drewry Forwarder Benchmarking Club, is

and gain the ability to negotiate lower rates with confidence.

designed to meet the specific needs of freight forwarders and non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs) and provides

The Forwarder Benchmarking Club offers complimentary access

members with the opportunity to confidentially benchmark their

to World Container Index, an online service providing weekly

ocean carrier buy rates against their peers.

benchmarks for eight key head- and backhaul port pairs between China, the USA and Europe. There is also discretionary access to spot

Under the terms of the arrangement, BIFA, which represents over

market container freight rate intelligence and market assessments –

1,500 freight forwarders, which offer a wide range of services within

the Drewry Container Freight Rate Insight (online service).

the logistics and supply chain management sector, will inform its members of the benefits and encourage them to join Drewry’s freight rate benchmarking service.

It is important that we always seek ways to bring value to our members by raising awareness of tools and services that enable them to better compete in their marketplaces. This initiative will

Drewry Forwarder Benchmarking Club follows a similar model to

offer BIFA members the benefit of a service that enables them to

Drewry’s other freight cost benchmarking services, as well as operating

purchase, price and sell better.

in over 90 countries and at 300 ports and offers 4,000 worldwide port pairs with annual freight spending rates of USD8.5 billion.

Membership to Drewry’s Forwarder Benchmarking Club is free to qualifying forwarders and NVOCCs and further information on the eligibility rules and how to sign up can be seen on the Drewry website: drewry.co.uk

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CONTAINERS LOST AT SEA 8 JULY 2020

2020 UPDATE

I

n 2019, the international liner shipping industry transported

Methodology of the surveys

approximately 226 million containers, with cargo transported

In each of the surveys conducted in 2011, 2014, 2017, and 2020

valued at more than $4 trillion. Proper packing, stowage and

the WSC member companies were asked to report the number of

securing of containers and reporting of correct weight are very

containers lost overboard for the preceding three years. For the

important to the safety of a container ship, its crew, and its cargo,

2020 report, all WSC member companies responded and together,

to shore-based workers and equipment, and to the environment.

they represent 80% of the total global vessel container capacity

However, even with proper packing of the cargo into the container,

deployed at the time of the survey. WSC assumes for the purpose

correct container weight declaration, and proper stowage and

of its analysis that the container losses for the 20% of the industry’s

securing aboard ship, a number of factors ranging from severe

capacity that is operated by carriers that did not participate in the

weather and rough seas to more catastrophic and rare events

survey would be roughly equivalent to the losses reported by the

like ship groundings, structural failures, and collisions can result in

responding carriers representing 80% of the industry’s capacity.

containers being lost at sea. Since 2011, the World Shipping Council (WSC) has undertaken a survey of its members to accurately

The total annual figure reported by WSC members is adjusted upward to

estimate the number of containers that are lost at sea each year.

provide an estimated loss figure for all carriers, both WSC members and

The WSC’s member companies operate more than three quarters

non-members, to arrive at an estimate of total containers lost. As expected,

of the global containership capacity; thus, a survey of their losses

some carriers lost no containers during the period, while others noted a

provides a valid basis for a meaningful estimate of the total number

significant incident where hundreds of containers were lost in a single event.

of containers lost at sea. The 2020 update gathered information from years 2017, 2018 and 2019.

There are more than 6,000 ships carrying containers around the world at any point in time. In previous surveys, WSC asked members to distinguish between losses that occurred because of a catastrophic event on a single sailing, defined as one where 50 containers or more were lost in a single incident, and non-catastrophic losses. This distinction was in part aimed at getting some insight into the general nature of losses. The conclusion after twelve years is that more than half of all containers lost at sea are attributable to the limited number of major incidents that have occurred during those years.

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However, the industry recognizes that all containers lost at sea

only total containers lost at sea. It is this number that the

represent safety and environmental hazards regardless of how and

industry seeks to reduce, and we continue to work with

when those containers were lost. Accordingly, the 2020 Update

governments and other interested stakeholders to identify

to the Containers Lost at Sea Survey no longer differentiates

losses, their causes, and actionable solutions to reduce the

between catastrophic and non- catastrophic losses and includes

losses in the future.

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Analysis of the twelve-year trends

Active safety improvement initiatives Containers lost overboard represent less than one thousandth of 1% of the roughly 226 million containers currently shipped each year. Nevertheless, the liner shipping industry remains committed to continuing to partner with governments and other stakeholders to enhance container safety in order to further reduce the number of containers lost at sea, including: • Amendments to the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention: On July 1, 2016 changes to the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) convention requiring verification of container weights before packed containers may be loaded aboard ships went into effect. This is an effort WSC advocated in support

Upon review of the results of the twelve-year period (2008-2019)

of for many years. The requirement makes container weight

surveyed, the WSC estimates that there were on average a total of

verification a legally binding condition for vessel loading. Mis-

1,382 containers lost at sea each year. With twelve years of data, it

declared container weights have contributed to the loss of

is particularly interesting to look at the trend of three-year averages,

containers at sea, as well as to other safety and operational

reported in each of the survey updates. In the first period (2008-2010),

problems. For more information about this issue, visit: http://

total losses averaged 675 per year and then quadrupled to an average of

www.worldshipping.org/industry-issues/safety/cargo-weight

2,683 per year in the next period (2011-2013). This was due in large part to the sinking of the MOL Comfort (2013) that resulted in a loss of 4,293

• Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units

containers and further impacted by the grounding and loss of M/V Rena

(CTU Code): The IMO, the International Labour Organization

(2011) resulting in approximately 900 containers lost. Fortunately, there

(ILO), and the United Nations Economic Commission for

have not been such significant losses in a single incident reported since.

Europe (UNECE), with industry support, produced a code of practice for the packing of CTU, including containers, outlining

Nevertheless, the next period (2014-2016) was marked by another

specific procedures and techniques to improve safety, such as

vessel sinking with the tragic total loss of the SS El Faro (2015) with

how to ensure correct distribution of the weight inside the

the loss of 33 crew members and 517 containers. Even with that,

container, proper positioning, blocking and bracing according

the three-year average annual loss for the period was 1,390, about

to the type of cargo, and other safety considerations. The code

half that of the previous period. The downward trend continued

was approved in late 2014, and work to revise it is scheduled to

into the most recent period (2017-2019) when the 3-year average

commence in the near future. For more information about this

annual loss was almost halved again to 779. There were no individual

and other initiatives related to the improved safety of handling

losses as significant as those noted in the previous periods, which

containers, visit: http://www.worldshipping.org/industry-issues/

is a welcome development. However, 2018 and 2019 were marked

safety/containers

with a few incidents that each lost more than 100 containers.

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• Revised ISO standards for container lashing equipment

• Revision of the IMO’s guidelines for the inspection

and corner castings: In support of the IMO’s efforts to

programs for cargo transport units, including containers:

enhance container safety, the International Organization for

CCC 6 agreed, in principle, to amend the IMO guidelines for

Standardization (ISO), with the industry’s active participation,

inspection programs in order to: 1) further clarify that the selection

revised its standards regarding lashing equipment and corner

criteria should be applied equally to CTUs carrying all types of

castings and the new standards went into effect in 2015. Both

cargoes, rather than being specifically applied on those declared to

standards are poised to be revised in the near future. For more

be carrying dangerous goods; 2) to adequately refer to the IMO/

information about this issue visit: http://www.worldshipping.org/

ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units

industry-issues/safety/containers

(CTU Code); and 3) to cover the reports from non- governmental organizations. A drafting group and subsequently a correspondence

• Discrepancy in container stacking strength: WSC, working

group have been reviewing the current guidelines, but further work

together with other industry associations, proposed to the

is required before new revised guidelines may be adopted by the Sub-

IMO’s Sub-Committee on Carriage of Cargoes and Containers

Committee. WSC has been a participant on both groups.

(CCC) 6 in September 2019 to align the Safe Container Convention (CSC)’s and ISO 1496-1 container stacking strength

There are over 6,000 containerships continuously operating on

requirements, noting that the existing discrepancy might have

the world’s seas and waterways linking continents and providing

significant safety implications, including collapsed container

vital supplies to communities around the globe. The liner shipping

stacks and containers lost at sea. However, CCC 6 was not

industry’s goal remains to keep the loss of containers carried on

able to agree on specific steps but instead invited interested

those ships as close to zero as possible. Carriers will continue to

delegations to develop a proposal for a new output for

explore and implement preventive and realistic measures to make

consideration by the IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee. WSC

that happen and welcome continued cooperation from governments

staff continues to engage with various parties for how best to

and other stakeholders to accomplish this goal.

address the current discrepancy in container stacking strength.

• Mandatory reporting of containers lost at sea: WSC is a co-sponsor of a submission to IMO’s Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) 102 by the European Union with a proposal for a new output on the mandatory reporting of containers lost at sea. The liner shipping industry supports such a mandatory reporting requirement and will continue to advocate for an early implementation of an effective and practical requirement.

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THORDON’S PIVOTAL ROLE IN A.O.P.S. PROGRAMME 27 JULY 2020

UNDERSCORES CANADA’S COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

C

anada’s Irving Shipbuilding has cited Thordon Bearings

Thordon brings decades of water lubricated bearing expertise

as one of a number of partners playing a pivotal role in

to the AOPS program, having supplied COMPAC propeller shaft

ensuring the Royal Canadian Navy’s (RCN) new Arctic

bearings to twelve Halifax-class frigates, the first of which we

and Offshore Patrol Ships (AOPS) are capable of environmentally

delivered in 1992. Since then, we have worked closely with Thordon

sustainable operations.

Bearings to deliver complete packages to a number of naval programs, including the Hero-class Mid Shore Patrol Vessels for the Canadian

The first two in a series of six twin-screw vessels entrusted to Irving

Coast Guard and now these new AOPS’s for RCN.

Shipbuilding, have been put to water with Thordon’s COMPAC

Aaron Plamondon, Director Industrial Participation, Irving Shipbuilding

water lubricated propeller shaft bearings, which the shipbuilder says are “environmentally progressive” resulting in 'zero risk of pollution.'

We are delighted to once again partner with Irving Shipbuilding to deliver these state-of-the-art vessels to the RCN fleet. The

In a recent article, the shipbuilder said:

Thordon Bearings is a key

first Halifax installation brought Thordon water lubricated bearing

part of efforts to ensure that the power produced by Canada’s new

technology global attention. And today, COMPAC is the bearing

Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships (AOPS) will move the vessels in an

of choice for navies worldwide, not only for ship survivability and

efficient, reliable, and environmentally safe manner.

readiness reasons but also because use of seawater as a lubricant means there is zero risk of pollution. With these AOPS’s due to

The successful launch of the first two ships in the series, underscores

operate in ecologically sensitive areas, environmental protection

Thordon’s long association with both shipbuilder and RCN, a history

was a key element in their design.

that dates back to the early 1990s.

Terry McGowan, President & CEO, Thordon Bearings

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The 103 metres (338 ft.) long HMCS Margaret Brooke and HMCS

The propeller shaft bearing wear data collected from the Halifax-

Harry DeWolf, both due for delivery later this year, feature a diesel-

class and other ships in the RCN fleet operating COMPAC bearings

electric powertrain with four 3.6MW diesel generators producing

has shown remarkably low rates of wear, with these vessels avoiding

electricity for two 4.5MW propulsion motors.

frequent drydocking for replacement of bearings. The success we have had today is a direct result of the willingness of the Canadian

Each 480mm (18.9in) diameter propeller shaft is water lubricated with

authorities to try a then-new technology almost 30 years ago.

the award-winning COMPAC bearing arrangement in a scope of supply

Scott Groves, Regional Manager – Americas, Thordon

that includes bearing carriers, split keys, and a Thordon Water Quality Package. Dartmouth, NS based Avalon Marine Limited worked with

Over 45 navies and coast guards around the world now specify

Irving Shipbuilding to specify Thordon SXL grease-free bearings for

Thordon Bearings’ COMPAC as standard, with recent orders for the

the rudder as well. Thordon’s world leading reference list and Royal

Royal Australian Navy, French Navy, Brazilian Navy, Taiwan Navy

Canadian Navy experience made the choice simple, with the added

and the United Arab Emirates Coast Guard.

benefit that the bearings are made in Canada, by Canadians.

The exceptionally low wear rate and consequent reduction in

ABOUT THORDON BEARINGS

maintenance has proven to be another important benefit for the

Canada-based Thordon Bearings designs and

Royal Canadian Navy.

manufactures a complete range of journal bearing and seal systems for marine, clean power generation, pump and other industrial markets. These products are built using Thordon proprietary non-metallic polymer materials that are lubricated with water eliminating oil or grease usage, meaning ZERO risk of oil pollution to our rivers, lakes and oceans. Thordon systems and bearings are available worldwide through over 75 agents and distributors.

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CONTINENTAL CARGO CARRIERS CELEBRATES SUCCESS 6 JULY 2020

DESPITE COVID-19 IMPACT

R

oll-on roll-off (ro-ro) specialists Continental Cargo

inhouse IT TMS platform, with added elements developed specifically

Carriers (CCC) is celebrating its second successful

to support CCC. In addition, an internal staff restructure was

year since its acquisition by leading operator Europa

completed to focus on sales and operation, alongside an investment

Worldwide Group in 2018.

in marketing to continue to enhance the brand’s profile.

Established in 1973, CCC is one of the biggest players on the roll-

Despite the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting

on roll-off market between Europe and the UK, delivering full and

difficulties it has brought to the industry, CCC has taken measures to

part-load consignments daily. It operates a fleet of 270 trailers, with

ensure it can continue to offer a high-quality service to its customers.

a 4000 m2 warehouse and employs a team in Belgium and the UK.

One-way systems and social distancing measures have been put in

Although CCC remains a separate operation, the UK team is now

place in workshops, warehouses, and offices to ensure safe working

based in Europa’s £30m headquarters in Dartford.

for staff. Where possible, office-based staff are working remotely, those unable to do so are working in Covid compliant spaces.

Europa’s original thinking was to integrate CCC into its European road freight operation, acting as an inhouse part and full load

CCC has been focused on investing in its future by improving and

system, but in fact decided the business was best operated as a

streamlining operations. As part of its ongoing plans to improve

standalone subsidiary of Europa Road. The difference between the

efficiencies, the company has now fully implemented the bespoke

two operating models and own customers has allowed CCC to

Leonardo IT system. Created by Europa’s in-house development

continue to operate successfully as a separate entity.

team, Leonardo is continuously being developed to ensure customers have access to full trackability and management of

Since the acquisition CCC has invested substantially in technology

their shipments. The system brings operational benefits for CCC,

and systems to improve customer experience, using Europa’s

improving efficiencies and offering visibility.

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Alongside the improvement in IT the staff restructure has created focused sales teams and allows the operations team to own all elements of the CCC operations.

It has been an exciting year of development for CCC. After a

It goes without saying, this year has brought many challenges

successful first year for the business since the acquisition, we are

to all industries. Although CCC has faced difficulties of its own

thrilled to see the second year follow suit, despite the current

with lower volumes, it has dealt with them exceptionally well and

situation. Covid-19 has brought us many challenges and we are proud

continued to prove its ability to drive the business forward. We

to have faced them head on, adapting the business in the best way

have effectively reduced our costs, tightened everything up, and

possible to ensure our staff and customers felt minimum disruption.

got ourselves into good shape to survive the downturn. Pleasingly

We very much look forward to another positive year as we continue

those volumes are now picking back up. The team both in Belgium

to enhance services to our customers. We have exciting investment

and the UK have done an exceptional job and we foresee a very

plans in electronic consignments, using a secure digital portal to allow

exciting future for the business. Continental Cargo Carriers

customers to access digital consignment documents, as well as an

remains a great asset to the group and continues to play a key

online portal that will allow us to offer end to end track and trace.

role in Europa’s ambitious growth plans.

Carlo Turner, General Manager, Continental Cargo Carriers

Dan Cook, Director, Europa Worldwide Group Operations

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DACHSER CHILE LCL SERVICE FROM EUROPE 8 JULY 2020

... 35% INCREASE IN DEMAND

D

achser Chile, a premier global logistics provider, announces

Due to the current ocean transport disruption, more and more

that its weekly LCL service from Hamburg, Germany to

customers are turning to the reliability and convenience of the

San Antonio, Chile has seen a 35% increase in demand since

Dachser Chile LCL service to move cargo from Europe to Chile.

launching in April of this year. In fact, the company will likely expand

One company benefitting from the LCL service is Outotec, a leading

the service to accommodate the growing needs in the market.

supplier within the mining industry, a sector that is critical to the Chilean market.

Dachser Chile’s weekly LCL service offers a reliable 30 to 32-day port-to-door transit time, which has attracted companies who are

The success of the recently launched LCL service requires coordination

seeking solutions to help plan, optimise and manage their supply

between the Dachser management teams in Chile and Germany. With

chains. Addressing the challenges presented by the current ocean

this consolidated maritime freight service, Dachser collects container

and air freight disruption, the Hamburg-San Antonio LCL service is

shipments from several European countries and consolidates the

the latest addition to Dachser Americas robust LCL service portfolio.

freight at its warehouse in Hamburg. From there, the shipment departs out of Hamburg to its final destination of San Antonio.

With the steadily increasing LCL cargo volumes from Europe to

Through Dachser’s robust network, this service connects Germany,

Chile, we were confident we could support our own consol box.

Finland, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, Czech

Dachser Chile’s ability to offer a predictable schedule in the midst

Republic, Poland and Slovakia to the Chilean market.

of a highly unpredictable marketplace has sparked demand that has surpassed our expectations. Our customers asked for an efficient,

With its constantly growing network across the globe, Dachser

cost-effective solution with a predictable schedule and Dachser

is creating ideal conditions for keeping goods moving along the

Chile delivered.

supply chain with its proven logistics capabilities. Businesses benefit

Frank Habermann, Managing Director, Dachser Chile

from seamless connection of customer markets in Chile, including collection and delivery of their valuable goods, from door-to-door.

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By offering weekly LCL consolidation box service from Hamburg to Chile, Dachser is enabling customers to take greater control

ABOUT DACHSER

of their supply chain with flexible shipping choices that address

A family-owned company headquartered in Kempten,

their challenges. Our internal systems and strong global network

Germany, Dachser offers transport logistics, warehousing,

enable the enhanced control of cargo flow, information flow, speed,

and customer-specific services in two business fields: Dachser

accuracy, cost efficiency and reliability,

Air & Sea Logistics and Dachser Road Logistics. The latter

added Mr. Habermann.

consists of two business lines: Dachser European Logistics Dachser Chile remains steadfastly committed in providing innovative

and Dachser Food Logistics. Comprehensive contract-

logistics solutions that meet the needs of customers, both small and

logistics services and industry-specific solutions round out

large, with the agility, expertise, and reliability that they have come

the company’s offerings. A seamless shipping network—both

to depend upon from Dachser.

in Europe and overseas—and fully integrated IT systems ensure intelligent logistics solutions worldwide.

Thanks to some 31,000 employees at 393 locations all over the globe, Dachser generated consolidated net revenue of approximately EUR 5.7 billion in 2019. That same year, the logistics provider handled a total of 80.6 million shipments weighing 41.0 million metric tons. Country organizations represent Dachser in 44 countries.

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IVECO JOINS REPSOL HONDA MOTOGP 8 JULY 2020

FOR THE NEXT TWO SEASONS

W

ith its long tradition of MotoGP sponsorship, IVECO

September), Aragรณn (18 October) and venues in France, Italy and

now joins the Repsol Honda Team in pursuit of

Austria. In all, they will travel to 14 races, of which seven in Spain.

victory on the European race circuits for the next

two seasons. The new IVECO S-WAY truck will transport all the

In addition to transporting all the necessary equipment, including

equipment needed by the team's riders, Marc Mรกrquez and Alex

spare parts and tools, the Repsol Honda team's IVECO trucks

Mรกrquez, for all their MotoGP championship races in Europe. The

perform a host of other functions. The IVECO S-WAY trucks will

most successful team in MotoGP history will be using the new IVECO

also be carrying trailers that convert into office and rest areas for

S-WAY truck fully branded in the iconic Repsol Honda colours.

the riders and other team members at the race venues.

The Repsol Honda MotoGP team chose the new IVECO tractor unit

We would like to welcome IVECO to the Repsol Honda MotoGP

for its high performance, reliability, fuel efficiency, low operating cost

team. Obviously, making sure all our gear gets to each race is one of

and connectivity. The new IVECO S-WAY incorporates Microsoft

our top priorities, and using IVECO trucks to transport it helps us

Azure cloud connectivity. Just as the MotoGP trackside team is

guarantee that. IVECO's passion for developing new technology and

in constant communication with its riders to monitor their bikes'

improving efficiency reflects the same spirit we have here at HRC.

performance, the new IVECO truck is in constant contact with

Tetsuhiro Kuwata, Director, HRC

its Control Room, where a team of experts monitor vehicle data, perform remote diagnostics, and upgrade onboard software over the air to improve performance and anticipate maintenance needs.

Fourteen races to victory The IVECO S-WAY will transport all the equipment of riders Marc Mรกrquez and Alex Mรกrquez, starting with the Jerez GP on 19 July and closing the season with the Valencia GP on 15 November. This season's official race schedule has been affected by the Covid-19 situation, with some European races suspended. This means that this year the IVECO S-WAY trucks will take to the road for races in circuits including Barcelona (27

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We are proud to be part of the Repsol Honda team with our new flagship truck, the IVECO S-WAY. Historically, IVECO has a

ABOUT IVECO

long tradition in competitive motor sports, and we welcome this new

IVECO is a brand of CNH Industrial N.V., a World leader in

partnership with enthusiasm and great expectations. Being part of the

Capital Goods listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:

Repsol Honda team for the next two seasons is a big challenge. We

CNHI) and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario of the

share many values, such as dedication, teamwork and a commitment

Borsa Italiana (MI: CNHI). IVECO designs, manufactures and

to excellence, and together we're unstoppable. We're looking forward

markets a wide range of light, medium and heavy commercial

to the start of a season full of victories for Marc and Álex Márquez.

vehicles, off-road trucks, and vehicles for applications such

Ruggero Mughini, managing director of IVECO Spain & Portugal

as off-road missions.

The new IVECO S-WAY: IVECO's heavy vehicle for the next decade

The brand’s wide range of products include the Daily, a

This model brings together the most advanced technology in the

vehicle that covers the 3.3 – 7.2 ton vehicle weight segment,

industry and adds a new cabin, which has been totally redesigned

the Eurocargo from 6 – 19 tons and, in the heavy segment

around the driver's needs. The new IVECO S-WAY includes a full

above 16 tons, the Trakker (dedicated to off-road missions)

and unrivalled package of features and services designed with drivers

and the IVECO WAY range with the on-road IVECO

and sustainability in mind, plus cutting-edge connectivity to reduce

S-WAY and the IVECO X-WAY for light off-road missions.

total cost of ownership (TCO). The IVECO S-WAY is more than a

In addition, the IVECO Astra brand builds off-road trucks,

product: it is an integrated transport solution covering the vehicle's

rigid and articulated dumpers as well as special vehicles.

entire life cycle and the needs of IVECO's customers.

IVECO employs close to 21,000 individuals globally. It The new, driver-centric cabin design offers superior driving and onboard

manages production sites in 7 countries throughout Europe,

living conditions, with a spacious layout, excellent driver ergonomics

Asia, Africa, Oceania and Latin America where it produces

and well-planned design that combines function and comfort. The new

vehicles featuring the latest advanced technologies. 4,200

design also optimizes aerodynamics, delivering fuel savings of up to 4%.

sales and service outlets in over 160 countries guarantee technical support wherever an IVECO vehicle is at work.

The new IVECO S-WAY uses connectivity to improve the driving experience, with advanced driver assistance and driving style

For further information about the IVECO dealer network:

evaluation systems, as well as a host of functions developed to make

www.iveco-dealership.co.uk

driving and manoeuvring easier. With its advanced Connectivity Box, the IVECO S-WAY can collect, process and send/receive data in real

For further information about CNH Industrial:

time. On-board connectivity is based on a cloud service platform

www.cnhindustrial.com

developed in conjunction with Microsoft for safe data storage and management. The system has been developed to help logistics operators make their business more profitable by maximizing vehicle road time while offering low total operating cost.

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13 JULY 2020

NICHOLLS SHARES FEEDBACK FROM

6 MONTHS RUNNING 10 IVECO STRALIS

NATURAL POWER TRUCKS ON ITS FLEET

N

icholls’ 10 IVECO Stralis 12.9 litre Cursor 13 NP engines,

Half of the gas-powered fleet is away from base all week with the

delivering 460hp and powered by Liquified Natural Gas

drivers quickly adjusting to the national LNG refuelling network and

(LNG) have worked throughout the Covid-19 pandemic

planning their routes accordingly.

transporting everything from paper and timber to food, bulk recycling and building supplies across the UK.

Sherlock is keen to see the number of depots offering gas continue to grow to further improve the operating efficiencies of running an

Darren Sherlock, finance director of Nicholls Transport sees a bright

LNG fleet.

future for operators using gas trucks to deliver goods into large urban areas and when operating on longer trunking routes.

The network needs to keep improving, we do occasionally run slightly off-piste in some areas of the country to ensure we can refuel.

We carry out regular deliveries of plasterboard from a local

My drivers can cover a 300-mile round trip from our Sittingbourne

manufacturer in Kent to construction sites in central London.

base without having to fill up, but we do encourage drivers not to

We can travel into the heart of the city without being penalised and

risk running out of gas.

with a clear emissions conscience. As more low emission zones are launched in our cities so gas will become key for operators to carry

Nicholls is yet to get an early indication of Stralis NP running costs

out work for their customers. Our trucks are also quieter than

compared with his 110-strong diesel IVECO fleet due to operating

diesels which means we can make deliveries without compromising

cycles being disrupted by Covid-19 and December factory shutdowns.

local noise levels. Half of our Stralis NPs work predominantly on trunking routes and they are performing very well. The level of

It’s been frustrating that our operating cycles have been disrupted

driver comfort is good and complemented by the lower in-cab noise

for three out of six-months with the trucks, so we are still yet to

levels. The gas power is very efficient when working for long periods

accurately compare operating costs with our diesel trucks, although

at motorway speeds.

early signs are promising.

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IVECO and supplying dealer Haynes Trucks in Maidstone delivered initial education workshops to ensure drivers were thoroughly trained and knowledgeable about the natural gas technology powering their new fleet. This included how to refuel safely and how to get the best performance from their vehicles. Drivers have quickly become accustomed to the trucks, with the most often heard feedback being ‘how quiet they are compared with diesel’, particularly on longer motorway journeys.

Nicholls’ on-site refuelling station set up in partnership with GasRec has been busy fuelling its own fleet as well as receiving regular visits from other UK and European hauliers to fill up with gas as they travel through Kent. Although it has been shut to external operators during the Covid-19 pandemic, Nicholls long term aspiration is to scale up its refuelling forecourt to increase its capacity as more fleets switch to gas.

The IVECO and GasRec partnership has been very strong, and they have both helped and supported us across all aspects of buying and running gas trucks. We maintain our view that gas is the only alternative fuel to diesel suitable for operation at 44-tonnes and with more operating restrictions being introduced for diesel trucks then gas will be the fuel of choice for many more operators during the coming years.

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6 JULY 2020

PALL-EX HELPS INDEPENDENT BUSINESSES

ADAPT TO NEW SHOPPING HABITS P all-Ex is supporting the survival of independent businesses

We’ve been helping local businesses navigate the difficulties of lockdown;

by helping firms adapt to selling online. The pallet

these are firms that had to close their doors and find new ways of reaching

network has assisted independent retailers with setting

their customers. The combination of an online sales platform and a reliable

up a delivery method to reach customers nationwide during the

haulage solution has enabled them to become national businesses and tap

COVID-19 lockdown.

into the growth in ecommerce purchases all within a matter of weeks. As more and more firms return from lockdown, we believe palletised haulage

The move has enabled smaller businesses to sell to some of the

is the cost-effective solution they need to help their businesses adapt to

89% of UK consumers who have turned to online shopping during

new customer shopping habits and we hope to support other industries

the UK lockdown, according to research from Visa, and scale up or

as they get back on their feet. Our model is built around the movement

down to meet demand.

of fluctuating volumes and reduced miles, so it has provided the flexibility companies have needed throughout the coronavirus crisis and will continue

The firm is now ready to support businesses kickstarting operations

to need as they build themselves back up.

following the easing of lockdown restrictions and looking for ways to

Barry Byers, UK Managing Director, Pall-Ex Group

reduce their business costs while accommodating fluctuating sales.

As 41% of shoppers are buying online more frequently and 74% During the coronavirus crisis, the network has worked around the

of those will continue to do so in the future, with DIY supplies

clock to transport essential medical supplies, PPE, ventilators and

and furniture top of the shopping list, local businesses need to find

food supplies, and supported NHS supply-chain contracts.

reliable methods to reach larger audiences.

Demand for services has changed in recent weeks, with a noticeable increase in deliveries from businesses to customers.

Our recent investments in IT for customer deliveries enables us to provide the tracking and visibility technology they expect on goods they order online, which had previously been missing from the palletised freight sector.

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Staff and customer safety have been paramount through the crisis,

The difficulties we have faced in recent weeks underlines the

with non-contact deliveries and social distancing quickly implemented

important contribution logistics makes to all of our lives. We’re

throughout the network.

really proud of the dedication of our team and the support we have given businesses throughout the UK during this time.

Pall-Ex also launched its #LoveLogistics campaign across social media in the early days of lockdown to highlight the vital role drivers

Kevin Buchanan, Group CEO, Pall-Ex Group

played as keyworkers keeping essential goods on the move.

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COMMERCIAL TRAFFIC HALVES ON EUROPEAN ROADS 15 JULY 2020

DUE TO COVID-19

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ata from Verizon Connect reveals that hours spent on the

Despite having the steepest decline in hours driven between mid-

road by UK commercial drivers dropped by more than half

February and April, commercial vehicle usage in France has been

(55%) between mid-February and April [1] due to lockdown

the fastest to rebound. Data from April 7th to May 5th shows an

measures implemented in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

increase of almost 200% in response to the easing of lockdown measures in the country.

Anonymous data from the Verizon Connect Reveal platform shows how initial lockdown measures impacted commercial vehicle usage

The rate of recovery has been comparatively slower in the UK and

both in the UK and across several European countries. Commercial

Ireland, which saw hours increase 22% and 24% respectively in the

drivers in France were hardest hit with recorded hours spent on

same period.

the road dropping by 58% in the same time period, followed by the UK (55%) and Spain (54%).

Fleet-based businesses play a crucial role supporting almost every industry, the dramatic drop in hours driven just demonstrates the

The smallest reduction recorded was in Germany, which saw

widespread impact that COVID-19 has had on economies across Europe.

an 11% reduction in hours driven by commercial vehicles, a

But the positive is that the data shows green shoots for fleet industries,

comparatively smaller impact to the average of 50% across seven

and economies starting to recover. As businesses begin to scale up

European countries.

operations again, health and safety of all staff is paramount. Fleet managers not only need technology to support them to keep track of employees’

Additional data from the Verizon Connect Reveal platform also

safety, but also to provide the right intelligence at the right time, so they

shows how commercial vehicle usage is starting to bounce back

can make informed decisions which will pay dividends in the future. Fleet

as national lockdown measures are gradually lifted across Europe.

management technology that harnesses machine learning and big data both helps in efforts to track and trace drivers and vehicles, can be used to track whether safety protocols are followed and provides insights that

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February 18th 2020 and April 7th 2020

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The transportation of large, heavy, high-value or critical (to the project they are intended for) pieces of equipment.

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POWERING CLEAN ENERGY 2 JULY 2020

IN EUROPE & IRAQ

A

AL transports Siemens generators weighing almost 700mt

On route to discharging the second unit in the Port of Umm Qasr,

for clean energy power plants in Europe and Iraq.

Iraq, the AAL Singapore called Hamburg, Germany, to load an additional steam turbine weighing 317 mt for the same power plant

The ‘mega-size’ heavy lift multipurpose vessel (MPV), AAL

in Maysan.

Singapore, transported two Siemens generators with a combined weight of almost 700mt for two separate gas-fired power plants

Marco Wendt, Chartering Manager at AAL Europe – the Hamburg-

in Europe and Iraq that will help to generate a total clean energy

based office responsible for booking the cargo – commented:

output of 1,680 MW

The cargo was carried on a popular trade route, eastbound from the US to Europe, Middle East, and onwards to Asia. The two

Singapore, Thursday 2nd July 2020 : Global project heavy lift carrier

generators were booked by different customers, including Bertling.

AAL has recently delivered two Siemens ‘S-Gen’ generators,

We have long-standing relationships with these charterers and worked

weighing close to 350 mt each, for two new clean energy gas-fired

extremely hard to deliver their cargoes on schedule, powering through

power plants in Europe and Maysan, Iraq.

the challenges to our sea and land-based operations of necessary COVID-19 restrictions and health and safety measures.

The units were built at Siemens’ worldwide energy hub in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, and transported from the Norfolk International

The US – Europe – Middle East – Asia trade is growing in importance

Terminals in Virginia, USA, into Europe and Iraq onboard the 31,000

for AAL and in May and June alone, we operated 12 multipurpose

dwt mega-size AAL Singapore.

sailings calling US ports, with more planned in July. This frequency of large tonnage into the region is offering the US multipurpose market

The estimated construction cost of each plant is over USD340

much needed support during this challenging time and providing

million, and both feature a potential power output of 840 MW.

shippers trading in the region with flexibility and economies of scale – no matter how small or large their cargo might be.

Eike Muentz, General Manager, AAL Europe

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ABOUT AAL AAL is one of the world’s leading breakbulk and project heavy lift cargo operators, offering a total multipurpose solution of flexible and competitive chartering and scheduled Liner services for its customers – an ‘around-the-world’ capability connecting Asia, Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Established in 1995 and marking its 25th anniversary in 2020, the company operates one of the multipurpose sector’s youngest and largest fleets of modern MPP heavy lift vessels.

The fleet comprises a variety of size classes that combine extreme heavy-lift capability (700 t max), with leading intake capacity (40,000 cbm max).

A single-minded focus on customer service and quality has led AAL to become the world’s most awarded MPV carrier.

In 2016, it won multiple awards, including top honours at the Global Freight Awards in London and the 21st Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry Awards in Sydney. Early 2017, AAL won the AFLAS ‘Best Shipping Line – Project Cargo’ award (for an unprecedented fourth time) and followed it up in October with top ‘Project Carrier’ honours at the Lloyd’s List Asia Pacific Awards.

In 2018, AAL won the AFLAS award again and honoured within the ‘Excellence in Bulk Logistics or Heavy Lift Handling’ category at the Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry Awards 2018. In 2019, AAL followed up its previous successes with ‘Shipping Line of The Year’ at the prestigious Heavy Lift Awards and ‘Best Shipping line – Project Cargo’ at the AFLAS Awards.

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AAL TRANSPORTS GIANT CABLE CAROUSEL 15 JULY 2020

(CIRC. OF 73m) FROM DUBAI TO TAIWAN

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reakbulk and project heavy lift carrier, AAL Shipping has

lifting beam (with a safe working load of 637 t), which proved to be

delivered a cable carousel measuring 23 m in diameter (73

the safest solution for the lift. Its significant diameter of just over

m circumference) to Jan De Nul Group, for the Formosa 2

23 m was slightly less than the 23.4 m beam of the S-Class vessel,

offshore wind farm project, 9.5 km off the coast of north-west Taiwan.

but wider than her 18.8 m hatch cover – so it ended-up protruding over both sides of the vessel. Safe to say that we do not leave any

The cargo was loaded in Jebel Ali and transported on deck of the

stone unturned when planning the optimum transport solution for

19,000 dwt heavy lift (HL) multipurpose vessel AAL Nanjing to the

such complicated cargo shapes and sizes.

project marshalling port Taichung, Taiwan.

Yahaya Sanusi, Deputy Head of AAL Transport Engineering

The cable carousel is one of the first major components to be

This particular cargo was carried on one of our four ‘S-Class’

delivered to Taichung Port where works have begun to develop the

vessels – a young 19,000 dwt class that is extremely flexible and

project’s operations and maintenance base.

features a significant 700 t heavy lift capability. With the fleet employment strategy we have in place, we can offer sailing frequency

The Formosa 2 project started construction at the end of 2019 and

and vessel choice – from 19,000 dwt to 33,000 dwt – to our

the project will be in operation in 2021.

customers trading between the Middle East and Asia and westwards towards Europe and the US, for multipurpose cargoes of any type

The offshore wind farm is expected to produce enough green energy

and size. Of course, added safety and security measures worldwide

to power 380,000 households a year and offset 18.75 million mt of

due to COVID-19 have put a greater strain on our sea and land-

carbon emissions in its lifetime.

based teams and operations, but we accept these measures are now part of the new normal in the shipping sector and carefully factor

Manufactured in Norway’s Drammen Yard and designed to spool

them into our scheduling and planning to ensure that we manage

3,000 t of undersea power cable, the carousel alone weighed over

and then meet the expectations of our customers at all times.

370 t. The unit was loaded and discharged using both of the Nanjing’s

Christophe Grammare, Commercial Director, AAL

port-mounted HL cranes and rigged in three points to a 22.5 m

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ABOUT AAL

AAL to become the world’s most awarded MPV carrier. In 2016,

AAL is one of the world’s leading breakbulk and project heavy

it won multiple awards, including top honours at the Global Freight

lift cargo operators, offering a total multipurpose solution of

Awards in London and the 21st Australian Shipping & Maritime

flexible and competitive chartering and scheduled Liner services

Industry Awards in Sydney. Early 2017, AAL won the AFLAS ‘Best

for its customers – an ‘around-the-world’ capability connecting

Shipping Line – Project Cargo’ award (for an unprecedented fourth

Asia, Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

time) and followed it up in October with top ‘Project Carrier’ honours at the Lloyd’s List Asia Pacific Awards.

Established in 1995 and marking its 25th anniversary in 2020, the company operates one of the multipurpose sector’s youngest and

In 2018, AAL won the AFLAS award again and honoured within

largest fleets of modern MPP heavy lift vessels. The fleet comprises

the ‘Excellence in Bulk Logistics or Heavy Lift Handling’ category

a variety of size classes that combine extreme heavy-lift capability

at the Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry Awards 2018.

(700 t max), with leading intake capacity (40,000 cbm max).

In 2019, AAL followed up its previous successes with ‘Shipping Line of The Year’ at the prestigious Heavy Lift Awards and ‘Best

A single-minded focus on customer service and quality has led

Shipping line – Project Cargo’ at the AFLAS Awards.

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BATI GROUP ADDS ANOTHER YACHT 14 JULY 2020

TO THEIR PROJECT PORTFOLIO

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ATI Group's yacht transportation team has been continuing

Another beautiful yacht delivered to her owner with care and

to work hard with a lot of shipping. This latest yacht has

success by BATI Group!

been delivered to Georgia from the USA.

Measuring 9m long and 3m high with her sunroof, she was shipped from the USA to Turkey by RORO and then transferred to a lowbed for the onward journey to Georgia.

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arlier this year, Goodrich Central Asia completed a trucking project involving 100 open-trucks and 30 lowbeds from Turkey to Kazakhstan. The cargo consisted of

accommodation units of varying dimensions and weights totalling around 2,800mt.

Sanju K. Mani at Goodrich explains,

This project was undertaken

when the COVID-19 outbreak was at its peak in the region at the end of March and during April, with a lot of transport companies failing to commit to the client. The border closure between Turkey and Georgia, the very long queue of trucks for the ferry between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, as well as the quarantine regulations applicable for the drivers, made this usually relatively simple doorto-door operation much more complicated.

Even with the complex scenario they faced, Goodrich were able to find a concrete solution in terms of finding the right trucks and changing the routes while still abiding by the transit times set by the client.

COVID-19 or not, all cargo remains urgent and time bound for our clients.

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ORIGIN LOGISTICS HANDLE

LOADING & SHIPPING OF METSO SHREDDERS T he Origin Logistics project team recently performed the loading of Metso Shredders and their components for

shipping from Izmit in Turkey to Wellington, UK. Please

see the gallery below for photos.

A total of 43,430kg of cargo was successfully loaded onto flat-rack

and open-top containers. The experts at Origin Logistics controlled every step of the project.

Project Details: • Door-to-Port from Kazan in Ankara, via Izmit Port, to Wellington, UK • Cargo Details: 87 Pieces on 3 x 40'FR & 6 x 40'OT • Total Weight: 43,430kg Metin Elmas at Origin Logistics comments,

Our team surveyed

the whole process and was involved at the necessary points during the loading process at the factory. All lashing, securing and port operations were well observed and tracked by our operations department and field staff.

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ABOUT PROJECT CARGO NETWORK Project Cargo Network is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified organisation established in 2010 to provide heavy lift and project cargo specialists access to a trusted, worldwide network of agents who handle their specialist shipments, whilst working professionally and safely under a strict Code of Conduct. Today, PCN has an international presence that extends to over 250 specialist members in more than 110 countries.

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AIR & SEA PORTS

Any place where persons and merchandise are allowed to pass, by water or land, into and out of a country and where customs officers are stationed to inspect or appraise imported goods.

Related topics Cargo handling Container terminals Drayage

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HHLA & PORT OF BRAUNSCHWEIG 16 JULY 2020

ENTER STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP

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n Monday, 13 July, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG and

We currently offer seven inland waterway departures between

Hafenbetriebsgesellschaft Braunschweig mbH (the Port of

Hamburg and Braunschweig per week,

Braunschweig's operating company) signed an agreement

managing director of Braunschweig’s port operating company.

in Braunschweig’s town hall to begin a strategic partnership. The goal

This traffic must run reliably. Our strategic partnership with

is to promote environmentally friendly inland waterway shipping in

reported Jens Hohls,

HHLA is therefore particularly important to us.

hinterland container transport between Hamburg and the inland port in Lower Saxony.

This strategic collaboration with an inland port is a first for HHLA. Hansen has announced that additional ones shall follow; the company

The Port of Hamburg is the largest rail port in Europe, and rail-

is already conducting discussions with further inland ports in the

based hinterland traffic is one of its particular strengths. However,

hinterland of the Port of Hamburg.

this competitive advantage often cannot be utilised on short routes.

The distance between Hamburg and Braunschweig, approximately

The Port of Hamburg is not only the largest seaport but also the

180 kilometres, is too short for the train. Inland waterway shipping

second-largest inland port in Germany. Approximately 10,000 inland

is an attractive alternative to truck transport on this route. Transit

vessels call each year at the terminals in Hamburg. Since 2012, the

time via the waterway is approximately 24 hours.

annual volume of container traffic reaching or leaving the Port of Hamburg by inland waterway vessel has grown by 50 percent to

Hamburg and Braunschweig have excellent connections via the river Elbe, the Elbe Lateral Canal and the Mittelland Canal,

approximately 140,000 standard containers.

said

HHLA Executive Board member Jens Hansen, responsible for

The Hamburg Vessel Coordination Center (HVCC), a joint venture

operations. He pointed out that 70,000 standard containers were

between Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG and Eurogate Container

moved between Hamburg and Braunschweig via the waterway last

Terminal Hamburg GmbH, helps to provide smooth processing. Last

year, saving approximately 40,000 truck journeys.

In order to

year, the HVCC developed a digital platform especially for inland

shift additional transport volume to environmentally friendly inland

waterway ships which centrally coordinates ship calls, routes within

waterway carriers, we want to work together with the Port of

the port, the assignment of berths and terminal handling.

Braunschweig to develop new transport concepts for companies interested in forwarding goods,

said Hansen. This will relieve

the burden on roads and reduce CO2 emissions at the same time.

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D

elta World Charter, led by Satvir Kalsi, Director of Cargo

The operational efficiency of the airport's International Cargo

successfully organized the first B747-400F flight that landed

Terminal, including terminal security, the speed in clearing customs

Florianรณpolis International Airport, Brazil last month. The cargo

(71% cleared within 24 hours) and the storage infrastructure, also

plane, which weighs almost 400,000 kilos, made an intercontinental journey

contributed to the arrival of the Boeing 747-400F, a flight that will

from China to the capital of Santa Catarina bringing 700 cubic meters of

go down in the history of the Florianรณpolis International Airport.

hospital supplies, consisting of PPE materials, from a private importer.

Watch the video of the flight landing at Florianopolis International This is the first time the Florianรณpolis International Airport has

Airport here: B747-400F Cargo Aircraft lands Florianopolis airport

handled this aircraft. Twenty-five years ago, a similar but smaller and

for the first time in history. Made possible by Delta World Charter

lighter plane, a Boeing 747-200F, made a stopover in the city. The 747-400F jumbo landed on Thursday, June 11.

This is not the first time Delta World Charter made a historical feat. In 2016, DWC delivered the longest nonstop commercial flight

It was a very challenging mission for us due to the size and weight

performed by an Embraer Lineage 1000 aircraft. The VIP variant of

of the aircraft. We worked closely with Florianopolis airport to

the E190 Regional Jet flew from Beijing, China to Abu Dhabi, UAE.

ensure that the runway including ground handling could handle an

The journey lasted 10h 4mins.

aircraft of this size,

Kalsi said.

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NEW DRONE TECHNOLOGY 28 JULY 2020

TRANSFORMS ABP'S ASSET MANAGEMENT, WITH PWC & AERODYNE

A

ssociated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s leading and best-

After an initial proof of concept with PwC, we realised drones could

connected port owner and operator, announced it has

offer significant value to our asset and property inspections, using

successfully embedded drone technology into its asset

drone and data technology integrated with a secure cloud platform.

management practices and policies, following an 18 month program.

They are safer, faster and more cost-effective, enabling us to optimise

It utilised PwC’s specialist drone digital transformation team to

operations and reduce risks. The cloud platform we’ve built with our

support drone adoption and transformation in asset management,

partners gives our teams simple and intuitive access to the drone

while Aerodyne Group, a DT3 (Drone Tech, Data Tech and Digital

information, including the ability to build inspection reports in the

Transformation) (Drone Tech, Data Tech and Digital Transformation)

browser, aligned to our existing asset management systems. Without

solutions provider, was selected as ABP’s drone service provider,

a doubt, this is a big step forward in ABP’s digital transformation and

bringing its extensive experience and world-class technology to bear.

safety journey using the latest available technology.

Mike McCartain, Group Director Safety, Engineering & Marine, ABP

ABP’s 21 ports and rail freight terminals around Britain offer unparalleled marine, road and rail access to domestic and

It can be complex to implement drone technology and our team

international markets, and include 87km of quay and 1.4 million sqm

of digital transformation experts have supported ABP through

of covered storage.

the drone case for change, vendor selection and implementation, ensuring a systematic and low risk approach to making technology work for their business. ABP chose Aerodyne Group after our work with them on vendor selection and we are pleased to work with Aerodyne, noting their leading cloud software platform, local capability and significant global scale, with more than 300,000 infrastructure assets inspected across 25 countries.

Steve Russell, a Partner at PwC

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ABOUT AERODYNE Aerodyne Group is a DT3 (Drone Tech, Data Tech and Digital Transformation) solutions provider of drone-based enterprise solutions, and a pioneer in the use of AI as an enabling technology for large-scale data operations, analytics and process optimization. Aerodyne’s team of over 400

We are honoured to be selected as exclusive drone solution

drone professionals operates on an unprecedented level in

provider for ABP. Globally, our clients have benefited from optimised

the UAS services sector, having managed more than 300,000

management of their critical assets and infrastructure leveraging

infrastructure assets with 110,000 flight operations and

on our solutions. We are committed to provide consistent quality

surveyed in excess of 100,000 km of power infrastructure

services while complying to established regulations and standards.

across 25 countries globally.

Kamarul A Muhamed, Founder & Group CEO, Aerodyne Group Development in the past 6 months have been focused on extensive site testing with Aerodyne across 8 locations in the UK. Analysis

ABOUT ABP

and data collection from the flights has demonstrated considerable

ABP is the UK’s leading ports operator with 21 ports and

cost saving and benefits; operations were safer, 25% more cost

other transport related businesses creating a unique national

effective; and took 55% less time compared to traditional methods

network capable of handling a vast array of cargo.

for selected assets.

The company contributes £7.5 billion to the UK economy In parallel, ABP worked with Aerodyne and PwC to build a cutting-

every year and supports 119,000 jobs. Our current investment

edge drone visual asset management system which enables its teams

programme promises to further increase our contribution to

to view asset condition dashboards, asset management information

regional economies around the UK.

and build inspection reports, with only a browser required to access.

ABP: ABP’s next project is the development of an in-house drone capability

• Handles over 1.5 million vehicles every year

to complement the Aerodyne solutions and it has just retained PwC’s

• Generates around one quarter of the UK’s rail freight

specialist drone team to assist with this critical implementation.

• Has 1.4 million square metres of covered storage • Has 1,000 hectares of open storage

ABOUT PWC

• Handles around 90 million tonnes of cargo each year

At PwC, the purpose is to build trust in society and solve

• Has 87km of quay

• Owns 5,000 hectares of port estate

important problems. PwC is a network of firms in 157 countries with over 276,000 people who are committed to

Our five-year investment programme across the group is

delivering quality in assurance, advisory and tax services. Find

worth £1 billion. Our investment is designed to respond to the

out more and tell us what matters to you by visiting us at

needs of our customers whose business relies on our ports for

www.pwc.com

access to international and, in some cases, domestic markets.

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8 JULY 2020

PASSENGER TRAIN ARRIVALS DEMONSTRATE UNIQUE

DIRECT-TO-RAIL CAPABILITY

AT PORT OF NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA

T

he first shipment of new passenger trains for the Sydney

Newcastle has a key advantage in being able to unload this type

network arrived at Port of Newcastle this week, immediately

of rolling stock cargo directly onto rail lines immediately next to

taking advantage of the port’s direct connections to the

the ship, without the need for any unnecessary truck movements.

New South Wales heavy freight and passenger rail networks.

We continue to work closely with customers and service providers across a range of industries to deliver the smoothest

General cargo vessel AAL Hong Kong arrived at the port on Sunday

and most efficient supply chain for their cargo, particularly where

(5 July) carrying two Waratah Series 2 trains, each comprising eight

it makes use of the Hunter’s enviable rail network. This type

carriages.

of port trade is consistent with our diversification strategy to broaden the mix of cargo handled and help ensure the Hunter

The trains were unloaded by crane and placed directly onto the rail

Region’s long-term prosperity.

before being towed by locomotive to Cardiff, where Downer will prepare them for introduction to the Sydney passenger network.

The Sydney Growth Trains project is being delivered by Downer as part of the NSW Government’s $1.5 billion ‘More Trains, More

The delicate operation, jointly coordinated by Port of Newcastle,

Services’ programme.

Newcastle Stevedores, Downer and Rhenus Logistics, will be replicated again over the next eight months as a further 15 trains

In late 2018, Downer successfully completed the first stage of the

– part of Transport NSW’s Sydney Growth Trains Project Stage 2

project, delivering 24 new eight-car trains onto Sydney’s passenger

project – are shipped via Port of Newcastle.

rail network. The second stage involves a further 17 trains being added to the network by early 2021.

Port of Newcastle CEO Craig Carmody said this was yet another example of the organisation providing the most efficient logistics solution, making good use of its superior rail infrastructure connections.

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Downer and the Sydney Growth Trains (SGT) Project have

A spokesperson from Newcastle Stevedores said:

We are

had a very successful and collaborative relationship with Port of

delighted to facilitate the discharge and initial consolidation of the

Newcastle. This latest SGT delivery is significant as part of our long-

second stage of the project. The unique nature of West Basin,

term partnership with Port of Newcastle.

with direct under hook access to network connected rail, lends

Kamal Habibullah,

itself perfectly to rolling stock imports. Our team really enjoys the

Project Director Sydney Growth Trains Project, Downer

challenges that accompany this style of cargo.

Leading global logistics company Rhenus Group coordinated the

The next shipment of trains is due to dock in Port of Newcastle in

international ocean and rail freight, while Rhenus Australia worked

early August.

closely with Downer when the vessel docked at Newcastle this week.

Rhenus is privileged to play a part in delivering this project. The complexity of handling such a project across a global pandemic challenges us, but our extensive expertise, strong relationships with partners and the culture within Rhenus ensures we are well placed to meet our customers’ expectations.

Mark Harrison, Managing Director, Rhenus Logistics Oceania

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21 JULY 2020

ARABIAN GULF TO HORN OF AFRICA...

THE POLITICS OF PORT INFRASTRUCTURES E xperts are launching a $500,000 research project that

Infrastructures symbolise modernity and increase connectivity

will examine how the increase in Gulf investments in port

between nations. As such, they are shaped by geo-political and

infrastructures in the Horn of Africa has shaped its political

geo-economic competition. The Horn of Africa is the eastern-most

landscape. Backed by funding from the Carnegie Corporation New York,

extension of African land and home to the countries of Djibouti,

researchers will explore the relationship between the Middle East and

Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia. It has geo-strategic significance, which

East Africa – focusing on port infrastructures and transport corridors.

has led to heavy investment in its infrastructure, turning the region into a space for competition amongst Gulf States and other powers

Carnegie Corporation is the philanthropic foundation established by

such as the USA, China and Turkey.

Andrew Carnegie in 1911 ‘to promote the advancement and diffusion of knowledge and understanding’. It is one of the oldest and most

The project will generate primary data and knowledge on

influential of grant making foundations in the USA. The two-year study

infrastructural power and the societal and political transformations

will be led by the University of Birmingham and experts will carry out

that accompany such developments. Researchers aim to build long-

research in the United Arab Emirates as well as three East African cities:

lasting relationships between academic communities across three

Dijibouti, Bossaso (Somalia), and Berbera (Somaliland) – exploring how

continents: Europe, the Middle East, and the Horn of Africa.

people’s daily lives are affected by infrastructural power contestations.

The project, led by the University of Birmingham, has a team of This project seeks to further knowledge and understanding of how

researchers and partners from Durham University (United Kingdom),

infrastructural investments across regions shape political dynamics at

University of Hargeisa (Somaliland), Puntland State University (Somalia),

regional, national, local, and individual levels. The project also examines

and the University of Djibouti (Djibouti). Researchers will produce a

how conflicts and rivalries in the Middle East - particularly in the Arabian

number of academic publications and policy reports, as well as developing

/ Persian Gulf - can be transmitted to a neighbouring region, such as the

a website providing a range of resources on port infrastructures in the

Horn of Africa, thereby affecting everyday lives of East African citizens.

Horn of Africa, relations between the Arabian/Persian Gulf and the

Dr May Darwich, Project Leader, Department of Political Science

Horn of Africa, and related societal dynamics in the Horn.

& International Studies

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EXPERTS

ow, more than ever, port operators need to account

The growing list of potential risks for ports includes:

for isolated, disruptive events that have the potential

• Extreme weather events and climate change

to impact not only their operations but also their

• Economic disruption and market turbulence

profitability, as supply chains across the world are affected.

• System failures and disruptive technological advances • Aging assets

World trade increasingly relies on longer, larger and more

• Strikes and similar action

complex port facilities and systems, with maritime transportation

• Civil emergencies

a vital trade backbone. As such, when ports experience failures

• Compliance failures

or disruption, it’s big news.

• Pandemic and terrorism threats • Supply chain failures

For example, in June 2018, the rollout of a new terminal operating system at the Port of Felixstowe, one of the largest ports in the

At the same time, ports are facing increasing pressure to reform;

world and the busiest in the UK, caused significant disruption

if they haven’t already done so, many ports will need to evolve

and decline in productivity issues that reportedly took more

rapidly from being traditional land and sea interfaces to providers

than a month to fix. Five years earlier, the NotPetya cyber-attack

of complete logistics networks.

that hit Danish shipping giant Maersk cost the company more than USD 200 million and led to a temporary shutdown of the

Without effective risk management and business continuity

largest cargo terminal in the Port of Los Angeles.

procedures, the disruptions or shutdowns resulting from such events, and in turn the negative impacts these have, can

These are just two examples of the increasing risks and challenges

potentially cause significant short and long-term financial and

facing ports around the world, and the pressure to prepare for,

reputational damage to the broader business. The outcome

and respond promptly to, threats beyond ‘business as usual’

could also expose the Board and management team to legal

conditions is mounting.

action and possible prosecution.

The most common maritime risk management issues have

How can you achieve effective contingency

traditionally been relatively consistent, if not predictable: natural

planning and resilience?

disasters, mechanical failures and human error. Now, however,

The simple ‘plan, do, check, act’ approach to contingency

the incredible growth of international trade, the impact of

planning is a universal concept that has been successfully

climate change and the introduction of new technologies mean

applied around the globe but, like any system, it has to be

the threats are broader and constantly evolving.

managed and maintained.

The first step to developing an effective contingency plan is to assess the existing business operations to identify the inputs, decision points, processes, information and connections

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that produce the outputs and outcomes. In many cases, system

A mock test is particularly important, given that some of the

weaknesses stem from gaps or discontinuities within these areas.

scenarios being planned for may only occur once within our

Another common problem is having a hierarchy structure in

lifetime. However, we must be confident that the intended

place that does not operate effectively during disruption –

response will be effective and achieve the goals.

for instance, one that doesn’t allow for rapid decisions to be made in order to achieve an effective outcome.

In many examples, it is more beneficial to take preventative steps to avoid loss of business operations than to take

Importantly, the contingency plan should aim to identify a

corrective steps following failure. It will depend on the nature

process that can be followed to manage a return to normal

of the failures and the extent of the impact, with a balance

operations, rather than identifying individual mitigations to

between the ongoing cost of prevention and what might be the

known operational risks.

one-off cost of recovery.

This process should include the identification of...

Having a well-defined strategy in place will enable the business

• Who has been delegated what authority

to proactively respond to a disruptive event. The strategy will

• The criticality ranking of each business operation so that

also provide confidence to clients and the local community the

priorities can be established

business serves that there is a coordinated and tested approach,

• The stakeholders who need to be contacted

which will minimise the length of the disruption and its impact

• The responsibilities of individual depts across the business

during and after an unforeseen event.

The system must incorporate a testing and monitoring process

Matt East, Senior Advisor - Logistics & Infrastructure Policy

that can identify the effectiveness of the continuity strategy,

for the UK, Europe & Middle East, GHD

which may include a mock run-through of an emergency event.

Keith Brown, Executive Advisor - Asset Management, GHD

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TECH & DIGITALISATION Digitalisation: leveraging digitisation to improve business processes.

(Digitisation: converting information from a physical into a digital format. Digital Transformation: the use of new, fast and frequently changing digital technology to solve problems.)

Related topics Robotics Drone technology Cloud data

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15 JULY 2020

CEVA ACCELERATES DEPLOYMENT OF DIGITAL OFFERING & INTRODUCES

ALL-IN-ONE PORTAL, MYCEVA C EVA Logistics is accelerating its digital transformation

Access to all functionalities online

with the launch of myCEVA, a new transactional platform

Across myCEVA, customers will have access to every function they

enabling shippers to manage their complete shipping

need to make their business run smoothly, including Schedules, Quotes,

journey online. The online tool provides a seamless customer

eBooking facilities, eDocumentation, online support, Track & Trace

experience by giving them greater control over every function and

and Account Management. The whole platform is fully integrated into

a larger range of options whatever the circumstances.

CEVA’s global operations for both imports and exports.

Greater control for customers over the booking process

A simple on-boarding process has been developed and customers

myCEVA has been designed to give customers greater control

will be able to access both face-to-face and online training depending

over the booking process while simultaneously improving efficiency

on the region they are based in.

through greater process automation. Customers can instantly receive quotes, make bookings and track shipments in real time,

Increased reliability and efficiency

which will enhance the customer experience.

Connected to a reliable information system, myCEVA instantly suggests the right schedule at the right price. The platform lets

After a successful pilot phase in the US in May 2020, myCEVA is

users seamlessly book and manage their cargo’s entire journey

working towards covering all transport modes in every region of

thanks to live assistance and a dashboard to monitor the progress

the world and has been launched in a phased manner with FCL and

of their shipment step-by-step. myCEVA also allows a more efficient

LCL ocean freight customers using specific Trade Lanes from/to the

collaboration with other stakeholders involved, thanks to an

US, China and India.

integrated place to store, receive and share shipping documents.

During Summer 2020, myCEVA will become available for importers

One place for all freight solutions

and exporters located in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Vietnam

myCEVA initially opened for business to ocean freight shippers

and the UK; and by Fall 2020, myCEVA will be widely open to

and will soon allow Air and Road freight routes. Progressively, the

Europe, South-East Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.

platform will become fully multimodal and multicarrier, thereby simplifying the management of shipments.

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Instant estimation of CO2 emissions by end 2020

At CEVA Logistics, we have identified digitalization as a

As part of the CMA CGM Group’s commitment to offer more eco-

cornerstone of our strategic turnaround and transformation plan. We

friendly solutions and services, CEVA has developed a door-to-door

are therefore excited to present myCEVA, a significant achievement

CO2 calculator for shippers to use prior to shipment in order to

on this path to reinventing the logistics industry and pioneering its

allow them to select the most eco-responsible route. This feature

development. It is also testimony to CEVA’s commitment to offering

will be fully functional before the end of 2020.

our customers the most innovative and best-in-class services.

Mathieu Friedberg, Chief Executive Officer, CEVA Logistics

Additional functionalities to further improve the customer experience will be added in the coming months, including a Mobile App, a self-service customer support portal, enhanced live tracking capabilities and electronic Bill of Lading.

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SENNDER ENTERS J.V. WITH POSTE ITALIANE 15 JULY 2020

TO DIGITALIZE THE ITALIAN ROAD FREIGHT MARKET

S

ennder, European leader in the digitalization of road freight

entrepreneurial spirit, a multicultural environment of over

transport, today announces its Joint Venture with Poste

40 nationalities speaking more than 15 languages and is led

Italiane, the largest logistics operator in Italy, and leading

by Andrea Monticelli (CEO), Gregor Nothacker (COO) and

player in the financial, insurance and payment services sector. The

Alessandro Gallo (CFO).

established €100m/year joint venture between sennder and Poste Italiane focuses on improving its long-haul road transportation

With the JV, the largest delivery network of Italy joins forces with

efficiency and covers the entire Full Truck Load network, moving

the fastest growing digital platform to manage the FTL transports.

parcels and mail between all sorting and distribution hubs of the

Through this partnership, Poste Italiane benefits from full GPS

leading Italian postal service provider.

visibility of trucks, state of the art operating technology and reduced CO2 emissions through the utilisation of vehicles with

sennder’s proprietary digital freight forwarding platform

alternative fuels and higher utilization. In that way, Poste Italiane

revolutionizes the world of freight transport in Europe and is

will benefit from generated savings of over 6% on its yearly €100m

specialized in the 'full truck load' (FTL) market, aimed at organising,

Full Truck Load spending.

logging and optimising cargo for transportation. The newly formed JV operates under the name 'sennder Italia S.r.l.' and manages all

The rise in efficiency and usage of state-of-the-art technology is a

Italian transport for sennder GmbH.

key pillar of Poste Italiane CEO, Matteo del Fante’s Deliver 2022 program. It will combine internal developments with external

The mix between the knowledge and logistical experience of

solutions to best address market opportunities. In that context,

158 years old post office operators and the innovations of

the key to success is the volume of orders managed by sennder’s

the leading European freight forwarder sennder, makes the JV

digital platform that allows advanced algorithms to minimize the

one of the most attractive companies in the Italian Logistical

empty mileage of Poste Italiane trucks.

panorama. The young team of sennder Italia benefits from the

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The JV shows how a partnership combining 158 years of Italian logistics operations and state of the art technology can unlock unprecedented synergies and opportunities for both Poste Italiane and sennder. We bring cloud-based communications and better record keeping, along with more efficient logistical mapping organization, to an industry that has been operating largely by way of faxed or shipped invoices. Our GPS tracking will help Poste Italiane with highly precise arrival estimates.

David Nothacker, CEO & Co-Founder, sennder GmbH The initiative is part of the broader commitment taken with our Joint Delivery Model to modernize our fleet and further optimize our logistic value chain through advanced IT solutions, delivering cost efficiencies as well as reduced CO2 emissions. Poste Italiane is

ABOUT SENNDER

successfully combining internal innovations with specialist start-up

sennder was founded in 2015 by David Nothacker, Nicolaus

partnerships made possible by its new Open Innovation IT platform.

Schefenacker and Julius Köhler and is now the leading digital

We see a clear and present opportunity in delivering innovations to

European freight forwarder that connects commercial

become more central in our customers’ digital world.

shippers with small trucking companies. As a data-based

Del Fante, CEO & General Manager, Poste Italiane

company, sennder contributes to a fit for the future logistics industry and ensures transparency and efficiency within the procurement and distribution of cargo.

ABOUT POSTE ITALIANE

sennder manages over 10.000 trucks across Europe with a

The Poste Italiane Group constitutes the largest service

technology, sennder primarily focuses on route optimization

distribution network in Italy. Its activities range from letter

and reducing empty load kilometers and downtimes.

400-people strong team. Through their in-house developed

and parcel delivery to financial and insurance services, payment systems and mobile telecommunications. With

sennder is backed by Accel, Lakestar, HV Holtzbrinck, Project

its 158-year history, a network of 12,800 post offices, a

A, Next47, SCG and Perpetual. Additionally, sennder joined

workforce of approximately 126 thousand, total financial

forces with industry champions Scania and Siemens to assure

assets of €536 billion and 35 million customers, Poste Italiane

innovation and state of the art offerings.

is an integral part of Italy’s economic, social and productive fabric, occupying an unparalleled position in the country in

For further information, please visit us on our website and

terms of size, recognisability, reach and customer loyalty.

find us on LinkedIn.

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27 JULY 2020

CARGO.ONE RAISES $18.6 MILLION TO

EXPAND TO NORTH AMERICA & ASIA C argo.one, the digital booking platform for air cargo, has

The market for air cargo is vital but broken

raised $18.6 million in venture funding. In response to

With 35% of the world’s trade by value being transported by plane,

rising demand, it plans to onboard new airlines, grow

air freight generates $100 billion in revenue every year. Pre-Covid

in additional markets and hire 70 employees, tripling the size of

projections forecast the market would grow at approximately 4.2

the company by the end of the year. The company already counts

per cent per year. The speed of air cargo makes it a crucial link in

Lufthansa, All Nippon Airways, Finnair, Etihad, AirBridgeCargo and

global supply chains – especially for the many industries that ship

TAP Air Portugal among its 12 partner airlines, helping them boost

in components for ‘just in time’ manufacture, and for life-saving

their financial performance in the face of the challenges posed by

products such as pharmaceuticals.

Covid-19.

As the margin on seats has eroded in the past decade, air cargo was cargo.one’s ambition is to build the global operating system for

already increasing as a percentage of passenger airlines’ revenue.

air cargo. Its intuitive digital platform makes booking shipments as

As passenger numbers have tumbled sharply during the Covid-19

simple as booking a holiday or business trip on Skyscanner or Kayak.

pandemic, airlines are relying even more heavily on cargo. Only

Because cargo.one links directly into the airlines’ systems, it is the

around 20 percent of the widebody passenger capacity is still flying

first product to provide real-time visibility of available capacity and

today, and some passenger airlines have even removed seats to

prices, as well as additional quality parameters like temperature

convert aircraft into freighters. At the same time, traditional ways of

control.

selling and booking air cargo by email or phone have become almost an impossible task, as personnel are working from home – resulting

The Series A round was led by global venture capital firm Index

in the rapid adoption of new digital tools.

Ventures, with the participation of Next47 and prior backers Creandum, Lufthansa Cargo and Point Nine Capital. They were

Right now, booking air cargo is a long and cumbersome manual

joined by angel investors including Tom Stafford of DST Global

process, driven by a ‘feel’ of the market, and a short-termist,

and Carlos Gonzalez-Cadenas, currently Chief Operating Officer

reactive approach to sales. With cargo.one, airlines are meeting

of GoCardless and former Chief Product Officer of Skyscanner.

customers’ increasing demand for an outstanding user experience,

Martin Mignot and Max Rimpel of Index Ventures led the investment.

while substantially lowering their costs to reach new customers and revenue opportunities.

Moritz Claussen, Co-founder & Managing Director, cargo.one

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Freight forwarders fire off rounds of emails every day to airlines, in order

The airline sector relies on operational excellence, but its back-

to get offers for freight services - often without comprehensive visibility

end infrastructure is stuck in the dark ages. cargo.one’s platform

of the services available. They then wait to receive emailed replies, and sift

doesn’t just help to bring air cargo bookings into the 21st century,

through the individual quotes to obtain the best price and specifications

but lays the foundations for a complete overhaul of how the air cargo

for their shipments. This process leads to long wait times, high transaction

industry operates, leveraging data to help both airlines and freight

costs and an inefficient use of the cargo space available.

forwarders to run their cargo operations more efficiently.

Max Rimpel, Principal, Index Ventures

cargo.one unifies a fragmented sector As well as its partner airlines, cargo.one is serving more than 1,500

cargo.one’s three co-founders Oliver T. Neumann (MD), Moritz

freight forwarding offices, including 21 of the top 25 companies

Claussen (MD) and Mike Rötgers (CTO), have been long-standing

globally. From January to June 2020, cargo.one saw the number

friends and business partners since university. They co-founded

of air cargo search requests by freight forwarders quadruple. The

several businesses, including OptioPay, a payments company. Through

number of quotes distributed in that time increased by two thirds,

friends, they became interested in the fragmented logistics market,

while in June alone, cargo.one made more than 1.1 million bookable

and discovered the potential for cargo.one after interning (for market

air freight offers available to freight forwarders.

research purposes) with a freight forwarder. When they saw the arduous process by which he booked a shipment of 470kg milk powder

The new era of air cargo is being driven by universal access to

to be sent to China, they realised the potential for a business.

real-time data. It’s essential that the industry has access to tools that allow players to both respond and anticipate market dynamics.

cargo.one supports us to distribute our air freight capacity

From day one, cargo.one has provided freight forwarders with an

more effectively, gain access to fragmented demand and to improve

outstanding user experience and access to real-time data. We now

the cargo booking experience for our valued freight forwarding

plan to accelerate the release of major product additions that will

partners. Many businesses rely on air cargo to keep their supply

increase the connectivity between freight forwarders and airlines,

chains running, and our partnership with cargo.one is part of our

and empower them to work more effectively together.

dedication to help them to operate and expand their business in

Oliver T. Neumann, Co-founder & Managing Director, cargo.one

these challenging times.

Miguel de Paiva Gomes, Global Chief Cargo Officer of TAP Portugal

In the next phase of its growth, cargo.one will expand to North America

Airlines, a partner airline that recently joined cargo.one’s platform

and East Asia, to fulfill airlines’ desire to be able to sell globally though cargo.one and serve freight forwarders around the world. It will also

cargo.one has formed close partnerships with major global airlines,

build tools that use data to let airlines offer more dynamic pricing,

who have subsequently seen their cargo business expand significantly.

engage in better route planning and predict demand in volatile markets.

Conversations with dozens of other airlines in the Americas and Asia show the clear need for a simple booking engine for air cargo, and early signs of the far-reaching impact it will have on the airline industry and businesses around the world who rely on it to serve their customers.

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17 JULY 2020

UK BUSINESSES SAY COVID-19 HAS

SPED UP DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION BY 5.3 YEARS T wilio, the leading cloud communications platform, today

In the UK, we’ve observed how businesses have rapidly modernised

announced the results of a global survey measuring the

in response to the pandemic. This has affected everything from

impact and outlook of the COVID-19 pandemic on

the ways in which businesses talk to their customers, to how

businesses’ digital engagement strategies.

their workplaces function. We’re seeing how digital technologies are being used to completely reimagine the business landscape.

Twilio powers communications technology for organisations across a

Communications technology is at the heart of this transition to a

range of sectors, giving it first-hand insight into the ways in which the

flexible remote working model for employees, and a seamless, digital

pandemic has impacted customer and business communications. To

customer experience for businesses at large.

better understand this impact, Twilio surveyed over 2,500 enterprise

David Parry-Jones, Vice President – EMEA, Twilio

decision makers globally, including 300 in the UK, to gauge the effect on their company’s digital transformation and communication roadmap. The COVID-19 Digital Engagement Report is a snapshot

METHODOLOGY

of how businesses have addressed the complex challenges posed

Twilio conducted an online survey of 2,569 enterprise decision-

by this crisis and how they will continue to evolve moving forward.

makers in June. There were 300 UK respondents and 225-300 each from Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, Spain

Over the last few months, we’ve seen years-long digital transformation

and the United States. The respondents were Directors and above

roadmaps compressed into days and weeks in order to adapt to the new

in corporate communications, customer experience, customer or

normal as a result of COVID-19. Our customers in nearly every industry

technical support, data analytics or business intelligence, executive

have had to identify new ways to communicate with their customers and

leadership or administration, IT or engineering, innovation,

stakeholders – from patients, to students, to shoppers, and even employees

marketing, operations, product design/development, sales or

– essentially overnight. Cloud scale, speed, and agility are enabling

business development, or strategic planning at companies with

organizations to innovate faster than ever. We believe the solutions being

500+ employees. The survey was designed and analyzed by Lawless

built today will be the standard for digital engagement in the future.

Research; respondents did not know that Twilio was the sponsor.

Glenn Weinstein, Chief Customer Officer, Twilio

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Key findings of the COVID-19 Digital Engagement Report include: • COVID-19 was the digital accelerant of the decade. COVID-19

• Digital communication is the new lifeblood for

accelerated companies’ digital communications strategy by a

business. Almost all global companies (95%) are

global average of 6 years, with 5.3 years the UK average. 96%

seeking new ways of engaging customers as a

of UK enterprise decision makers believe the pandemic sped up

result of COVID-19. 92% say transforming digital

their company’s digital transformation, and of these 66% said it

communications is extremely or very critical to

did so ‘a great deal.'

address current business challenges.

• Previous inhibitors to innovation have been broken down. Almost

• Omnichannel communication is taking on new

four in five (77%) UK respondents say that COVID-19 increased

importance. 92% of UK businesses say their

their budget for digital transformation, of which 36%, more than

organisation is very or somewhat likely to

any other country surveyed, said that it increased ‘dramatically’.

expand digital communication channels as the

UK companies report easing of barriers such as: lack of clear

world reopens, with almost two thirds (60%)

strategy (37%), getting executive approval (35%), reluctance to

very likely. On average the UK saw 5.9 different

replace legacy software (35%), and lack of time (33%).

channels increase in usage dramatically during the pandemic.

• COVID-19 propelled some industries further than others.

Those accelerating their digital transformation most significantly in response to COVID-19 were tech companies (78%), followed by energy (77%), healthcare (74%), construction (71%) and retail (70%). Notably, however, the greatest acceleration in digital

ABOUT TWILIO

communications has been seen by construction businesses

Millions of developers around the world have used Twilio

(8.1 years) and energy (7.2 years), while retail and e-commerce

to unlock the magic of communications to improve any

organisations report an average acceleration of 6.1 years.

human experience. Twilio has democratized communications channels like voice, text, chat, video, and email by virtualizing

• Digital technologies have opened up ‘definite’ future remote

the world’s communications infrastructure through APIs

work opportunities. Almost all (99%) of businesses surveyed

that are simple enough for any developer to use, yet robust

agreed that digital technologies will open up a future of

enough to power the world’s most demanding applications. By

continued remote work. Four in five tech companies answered

making communications a part of every software developer’s

‘definitely yes’ (80%), while for retail and healthcare businesses

toolkit, Twilio is enabling innovators across every industry —

it was 69%, energy 68%, construction 65%, manufacturing and

from emerging leaders to the world’s largest organizations

automotive 63% and professional services 62%. Finance was the

— to reinvent how companies engage with their customers.

least definite on this move, at 60%.

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27 JULY 2020

DE DIETRICH PROCESS SYSTEMS READY TO ASSIST COMPANIES WITH THE

RELOCATION & DEVELOPMENT OF API PRODUCTION IN EUROPE

T

he French industrial group De Dietrich Process Systems, a

From process equipment to production line design

world leader in the supply of equipment, complete systems

The relocation of a production unit often changes both its general

and process solutions for the pharmaceutical, chemical and

organization and that of the workshops. Whether it is for the

fine chemical industries, is putting its eight European sites in battle

installation of a new laboratory, a pilot unit, a large-scale API

order to meet the demand for relocation and the increasing demand

manufacturing unit, or to modernize and adapt existing units, De

for producing active pharmaceutical ingredients in Europe.

Dietrich Process Systems can provide customized solutions.

For several years now, Europe has been suffering from a shortage

These include production equipment for reaction, distillation,

of medicines and vaccines, essential for the well-being and security

extraction, separation, filtration, drying, storage, and powder transfer.

of its citizens. This situation is partly because production centres

Containment equipment, i.e. hermetic equipment designed to avoid

are located in another continent. The crisis caused by the Covid-19

any contact between the inside of the equipment and the outside, such

pandemic, that we now undergoing, has brought this into sharp

as glove boxes, bagging, etc., can also be supplied. The offer includes

focus, showing even more clearly how dependent Europe is on Asia

Cleaning in Place (CIP) and Sterilisation in Place (SIP), regardless of the

for the manufacture of APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients)

construction materials: stainless steels, noble metals such as nickel,

and HPAPIs (Highly Potent Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients).

titanium and zirconium alloys, but also enamel and borosilicate glass 3.3.

In this context, De Dietrich Process Systems underlines its willingness, and confirms it has the ability and capacity to support

More than just an equipment supplier, De Dietrich Process Systems

industries who wish to relocate or develop their production of

can also take charge of the complete design of the production units,

active pharmaceutical ingredients.

including engineering studies, tests, installation of equipment and starting up the production lines.

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All solutions take strict manufacturing constraints into account and

A new range of confined equipment dedicated to powder transfer,

respect the GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) required in the

bagging, filtration and drying ensures the protection of operators

pharmaceutical industry.

and products. By avoiding any contact between the equipment interior and exterior, they protect operators from toxic products

A head start for the new, future installations on two crucial subjects,

and conversely avoid the risk of contamination of products by the

respect for the environment and people safety

external environment. These complete units comply with the strictest safety measures.

Respect for the environment is a key issue that must be integrated in the relocation strategy. The Plant-Based division of

For decades, De Dietrich Process Systems has provided

De Dietrich Process Systems, which has been active for several

the pharmaceutical industry with high quality equipment

years, supports numerous customers who wish to produce APIs

and solutions to meet the most stringent standards of the

using plant-based raw materials.

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NEWS

22 JULY 2020

OWR LAUNCHES EUROPE’S FIRST

ROBOTICS DEMO CENTRE

O

W Robotics (OWR) has launched Europe’s first Robotics

There’s no doubt that the impact of Covid-19 on buying habits

Demonstration Centre for customers and businesses

has tested the reliability and resolve of many businesses’ operations,

looking to transform their warehouse, logistics and

questioning their speed and adaptability when demand spikes or shifts.

manufacturing operations through automation.

This has only driven an already growing wave of businesses looking to automation and robotics. Gone are the days of the word ‘robotics’

Based at OWR’s Lincoln HQ, the centre allows UK businesses to

meaning an investment of tens of millions of pounds in order to get a

replicate their processes within a sandbox environment, so they can

solution that is right for them. That said, it's still a significant investment

get first-hand experience and insight into how a tailored automated

and for most business leaders, although exciting and game changing, it’s

robotics solution would impact their business.

unfamiliar. That’s why this demonstration centre is so important. There are lots of different solutions out there in the market that can achieve

This gives business leaders a clearer understanding of how it will meet

a wide range of aspects for logistical operations. This can often leave

their requirements, the scalability of a robotics system and how it

businesses unclear on what is the best option for them. By visiting our

can reduce training, safety, recruitment and absence costs as well as

Robotics Demonstration Centre, visitors can see our robots complete

improve picking rates and accuracy. All before making an investment.

tasks that mimic their own processes in a simulated environment, which helps to bring clarity and understanding on how they can meet their

The centre has a fully functioning goods-to-person robotics grid

demands and challenges – there’s no better way to get the right solution.

including pick stations and multiple rack combinations so that customers can see an estimation of what their solution will look

Earlier this year OWR announced a partnership with leading Chinese

like alongside a demonstration of OWR’s WMS and RCS systems

robotics manufacturer, Hikrobot, to make robotic automation more

which guide the robots. The second floor is home to an A-to-B

accessible for businesses of all sizes in the UK.

robotics grid to demonstrate the flexibility and speed in which the robots operate.

Since the launch, Greg Downey, robotics business consultant at OWR says they have already had really positive feedback. To find

Joe Daft, head of robotics at OWR, says it has seen a real upturn

out more about the Robotics Demonstration Centre please visit the

in interest in tailored automation and robotics solutions for logistic

OWR website: www.owrobotics.co.uk/tour-2020

purposes, as businesses recognise the importance of being more agile and flexible to meet changing customer demands:

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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS Opportunities to network and promote your services.

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GOVERNMENT HELPS

PUT MULTIMODAL BACK ON TRACK C larion Events, the organiser of the Multimodal Exhibition

The first event – accelerating eCommerce fulfilment: capacity,

and Conference, has welcomed the government’s

compliance and profitability - took place on 15 July, and attracted

decision to allow business exhibitions to take place in

an audience of almost 400 delegates.

England from 1 October 2020.

The next virtual event is scheduled for 16 September and more

The government’s decision, as well as its approval of the All

information will be announced shortly.

Secure Standard - guidance developed by the Association of Event Organisers - now means we can take a more practical approach to

Jervis concludes:

At Multimodal's heart is industry networking, so

preparing for our event next March to bring our industry together

we are delighted that we will be able to do this once again, safely, in

at the NEC. The NEC is committed to working with us to protect

March next year. In the meantime, we will continue to connect our

all attendees and has developed a Venue Protect 4-step approach,

industry via our schedule of Multimodal Connect webinars, which

which incorporates an impressive series of measures to ensure a safe

offer unique networking functionality.

return of events at the venue. These measures include testing and tracing; social distancing measures; enhanced venue sanitisation; as well as clear and helpful guidelines, and communication.

ABOUT THE ALL SECURE STANDARD

Robert Jervis, Multimodal event team director

The 'All Secure Standard' is a framework risk assessment for the safe delivery of live events, produced by the collaboration

Clarion Events had previously announced the launch of Multimodal

of leading event organisers in conjunction with the event

Connect, an online forum of focused webinars designed to keep

industry's trade bodies to illustrate how practical measures

participants connected with the logistics industry via a state-of-the-

can be put into place to design, create and implement covid-

art digital platform.

safe exhibitions and events.

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CA World, the global networking giant with more

The Lognet and EGLN digital events will be a prelude to

than 10,000 independent and regional cargo agents

WCA’s first-ever virtual congress, scheduled for November 16-20.

in 190+ countries, has announced a slate of upcoming

Our annual WCA Conference Week had become internationally

virtual conferences for the fourth quarter of this year.

famous as the world’s largest networking event for independent and regional freight forwarders. Although WCA agents obviously

Having already successfully completed its initial online meeting

prefer to get together live and in-person, they have loudly and

in June for members of Global Affinity Alliance, WCA World

clearly expressed their need to remain in close contact with their

is scheduling three additional such events for WCA and its two

network partners via WCA’s digital platform, despite the global

associated networks, Lognet Global and Elite Global Logistics

pandemic we are all coping with.

Network (EGLN).

David Yokeum, World Founder/Chairman, WCA

Between October 12th to 15th, 2020, several hundred member-

WCA World is the most powerful group of logistics networks

agents of Lognet Global will convene for four-days of face-to-face

worldwide. Now incorporating EGLN, Lognet and GAA, the

onscreen networking sessions, while EGLN will give its members the

combined logistics might of the WCA World membership exceeds

same opportunity from the 20th till the 23rd of October.

that of even the world’s largest multinational freight forwarders.

The meetings will be conducted utilizing WCA’s own proprietary

Contact WCA World CEO Dan March (dmarch@wcaworld.com

online conferencing software system, leveraging WCA World’s

or +44 7921 038568) for additional information.

expertise in organizing networking events of all sizes, from largescale conferences of several thousand participants to more intimate gatherings of 100+ delegates.

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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

Documented permission to pass that a national customs authority grants to imported/exported goods so that they can enter/leave the country.

Related topics Bonded warehousing Customs brokerage Duties & taxes

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NEWS

22 JULY 2020

G.B. AGENCIES READIES FOR BREXIT:

E-CUSTOMS FROM SOLUTION DESCARTES D escartes Systems Group (Nasdaq: DSGX) (TSX:DSG),

While the customs process surrounding Brexit is complex it must

the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in

not interfere with the product logistics chain. Working on behalf of our

commerce, enables end-to-end logistics solutions provider,

Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), we cannot allow shipments

G.B. Agencies (GBA), to prepare for inevitable implications on customs

of our customers’ motor vehicles to be delayed entering or leaving

procedures in the wake of Brexit, with Descartes’ e-Customs solution.

the country waiting for customs clearance. We implemented the Descartes e-Customs solution in preparation of the significant increase

As a long-standing customer of Descartes Impatex software to

in customs declarations that we anticipate come 1st January 2021 – as

manage shipments around the world, GBA was already familiar

much as a five-fold increase. Descartes has played a leading role in our

with the knowledge and expertise that Descartes has around the

Brexit planning, helping to clear the fog of uncertainty to understand

complexities of customs processes. For its automotive service,

the processes we must follow. We’re confident that with Descartes’

GBA handles more than two million vehicle movements per year

solution we have the right accreditations and software we require to

on behalf of its customers through its port and delivery operations,

fully facilitate the expectations of our OEMs for import and export of

so it cannot afford delays within the logistics chain. As part of its

their products with no customs interruptions post-Brexit.

preparations for Brexit, GBA upgraded to Descartes e-Customs

Timothy O’Mahoney, Shipping Network Manager, G.B. Agencies

solution to effectively manage inbound and outbound customs declarations from one web-based interface, thereby ensuring

The Brexit process has been long and complicated for many, but we’re

products continue to move efficiently. With this approach, the

delighted to be able to support GBA in its preparations to ensure that it

customs process is streamlined, enabling simple management of what

suffers no disruption in its service for its customers after Brexit. As the

will be the dramatic increase in the number of declarations once

1st January 2021 fast approaches, businesses must implement the tools

Brexit happens, meaning that not only can compliance be assured,

they need to be able to continue their operations with the same, or even

but productivity boosted and business remains uninterrupted.

increased efficiency. Brexit will have vast implications for any company importing or exporting out of the UK and this is where a comprehensive solution to manage all customs declaration types becomes a critical component, and will enable GBA to manage this for its clients with ease – despite the number of declarations increasing overnight.

Pol Sweeney, VP Sales & Business Manager UK, Descartes

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oting the government’s launch of a consultation on its

However, the fact that logistics companies and those who support

2025 Border Strategy, the trade association for UK

others to move goods through cross-border supply chains are high

freight forwarders says that its extensive involvement

up the list of stakeholders from which a response is being sought, is

with various government departments has highlighted the need for

further recognition that the government has woken up to the freight

a thorough review of the way that the UK border operates.

forwarding sector’s crucial role in the management of the UK’s crossborder international trade. As a cautionary note, whilst we welcome

Robert Keen, Director General of the British International Freight

the opportunity to contribute to the consultation; will be circulating

Association (BIFA), says that although the trade association has

information to our members, and encouraging them to reply directly,

worked closely with various government departments for decades,

we have been involved in similar initiatives which have yielded few

since the Brexit vote, that work has increased in volume and intensity.

results, such as the Customs Blue Print, which talked of “improving

However, sometimes BIFA has been left with an impression that

the customer experience” but actually yielded little practical benefit.

activity and the sharing of data between departments has been lacking.

Furthermore, we note that the questions posed in the consultation document are rather restrictive in certain ways. Whilst they focus on

ABOUT BIFA

processes and data flows, they don’t cover government organisation

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is the

light of the importance of the task at hand, the consultation period is

trade association for UK-registered companies engaged in

very short, given that the target date set out by the government for

international movement of freight by all modes of transport,

the ‘world’s most effective border’ is not until 2025. BIFA members,

air, road, rail and sea. BIFA has around 1500 corporate

along with the international traders that they serve, will be hoping that

members, known generally as freight forwarders, who offer

the consultation will help the government create a Border Strategy

a wide range of services within these various modes.

that does indeed deliver systems that improve the flow of goods and

and functions at the frontier, which is disappointing. In addition, in

makes the UK border the most effective in the world by 2025.

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NEWS

21 JULY 2020

ETIHAD CARGO ENHANCES EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE WITH

NEW E2OPEN PARTNERSHIP E tihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad

As carriers move goods around the globe, they face major

Aviation Group, is set to streamline regulatory compliance

challenges navigating through relevant trade regulations, sanctions

screening processes for shipments via a new partnership

and embargoes. Together with Etihad Cargo, E2open is streamlining

with E2open, a leading provider of intelligent supply chain solutions.

the process to dramatically simplify the complexity of staying abreast of ever evolving trade regulations, automating the screening of

Scheduled to be fully operational by November, the E2open

shipments, thereby providing best in class compliance safeguards

application implementation will enable Etihad Cargo to automate

for Etihad customers while reducing shipment processing costs. This

cargo screening against global regulations and sanctions leveraging

partnership with Etihad Cargo, one of the world's leading air cargo

E2open’s global trade content. The automated solution will

carriers, will allow air cargo shippers to benefit from automated

simultaneously improve efficiency, streamline workflows, minimise

screening capabilities by simplifying global shipping and ensuring

the risk of fines and penalties, and reduce the manual time associated

rapid screening so that products consistently arrive on time thereby

with screening cargo.

increasing customers satisfaction.

Santosh Nanda, General Manager of E2open's Logistics Service

Aside from being labour intensive, navigating the constantly

Providers business unit

changing regulations and export/import requirements often requires coordination across multiple parties and compliance

In addition to comprehensive compliance checks based on global

checks. Our partnership with E2open, which shares our vision for

regulations, the E2open carrier cargo screening application also

a truly digital logistics supply chain, increases Etihad Cargo’s service

ensures alignment with Etihad Cargo’s strict protocols that prevent

quality to customers, who benefit from the increased efficiency of

the carriage of endangered and threatened species, hunting trophies

real-time verification.

containing any animal parts, shark fins and live animals intended for

Andre Blech, Head of Operations & Delivery, Etihad Cargo

use in scientific research.

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ABOUT ETIHAD CARGO

ABOUT E2OPEN

Etihad Cargo is the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad

At E2open, we're creating a more connected, intelligent

Aviation Group. Since its establishment in 2004, Etihad

supply chain. It starts with sensing and responding to real-

Cargo has grown rapidly to become one of the leading air

time demand, supply and delivery constraints. Bringing

cargo carriers in the world, offering customers a range of

together data from customers, distribution channels,

cargo products and services to five major continents. Our

suppliers, contract manufacturers and logistics partners,

hub in Abu Dhabi is strategically located at the centre of the

our collaborative and agile supply chain platform enables

worlds’ busiest trade lanes, providing an integral link between

companies to use data in real time, with artificial intelligence

Asia, Europe, North America, Australia and Africa.

and machine learning to drive smarter decisions. All this complex information is delivered in a single view

In addition to general cargo, Etihad Cargo offers a wide range

that encompasses your demand, supply and logistics

of specialty products including live animals, dangerous good,

ecosystems. E2open is changing everything. Demand. Supply.

valuables and vulnerables, personal effects, as well as our

Delivered. Visit www.e2open.com.

market leading cold chain products (the latter holding IATA’s stringent Center of Excellence for Independent Validators

E2open and the E2open logo are registered trademarks of

certifications for both Pharmaceutical Logistics as well as

E2open, LLC. All other trademarks, registered trademarks

Perishables Logistics).

and service marks are the property of their respective owners.

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NEWS

ASM SEQUOIA SOFTWARE WILL HELP FORWARDERS 20 JULY 2020

MEET NEWLY ANNOUNCED POST-BREXIT CUSTOMS PROCEDURES

A

gency Sector Management (ASM) is working with customers

ASM’s Sequoia Customs clearance software is used by freight forwarders

to ensure they can comply with newly announced post-

across the UK supply chain and is a complete freight management

Brexit Customs procedures using its Sequoia software.

platform that has been adapted to smooth out the Brexit process.

ASM’s online Customs platform is geared up to meet the requirements of the UK Government’s Border Operating Model, published last week

ABOUT ASM

and detailing for the first time the actions traders, hauliers, ports, and

Agency Sector Management (UK) Ltd (ASM), is the leading

carriers will need to undertake to keep UK trade moving after Brexit.

software provider to the UK Customs clearance and freight forwarding industries and has three decades of experience

The Model will be phased in over six months from 1st January 2021,

in addressing the complex needs of global freight forwarders

and is set to be fully operational by 1st July 2021.

and providing total Customs solutions. Across the board: • Air & Ocean Import and Export

ASM Chairman Peter MacSwiney warns that the freight industry should still

• External Temporary Storage Facilities (ETSF)

expect disruption when the new systems come into force on 1st January 2021.

• Customs Freight Simplified Procedures (CFSP) • Customs Warehousing

We welcome the new Border Operating Model as it provides

• New Computerised Transit System (NCTS)

some clarity to traders, and it means that at ASM we now know

• Designated Export Place (DEP)

what we have got to do to ensure continued service. We are making

• Air WayBills (AWB’s)

sure our users can meet the changes for minimal disruption and we

• Forwarding Documentation

are confident they are in a position to be able to comply with the

• Job Costing and Invoicing

new requirements. But as an industry we need to bear in mind that

• Worksheets

there is still potential for delays when the new systems kick in.

• Web Services Application Programme Interface

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he government’s proposal to establish ten Freeports

or railway terminal; this would provide a corridor of opportunity

in the UK has the potential to unlock significant

for multiple industries to benefit. Additional infrastructure will

opportunities for international trade, according to FTA,

also play a vital role in the development and sustainability of each

the business group representing the logistics sector. However,

Freeport; we ask for flexibility and freedoms with planning processes

key questions still need to be addressed to prevent a host of

to make this possible. Our members would like to see government

issues as the policy is implemented, as Zoe McLernon, Multimodal

consider a multimodal approach to grant users access via all modes

Policy Manager at FTA, explains:

of transport. FTA’s members also want to see government provide a clear definition of a Freeport; clear parameters, in addition to

While FTA’s members support the concept of Freeports – since

economic assessments, need to be established to better understand

they provide new opportunities for international trade, economic

the proposals. And our members involved in international trade have

activity, innovation and efficiency – we are urging government to

stressed the need for any proposed customs and tax arrangements

provide additional details on its vision for their establishment in

to add value and benefits beyond those available in existing customs

the UK. This detail will be vital to addressing any potential issues

regulations. While Freeports may play an important role in devolved

with fairness and competition, planning processes, friction with

regions, FTA does have some concerns over the compatibility of

Northern Ireland Protocol, custom processes and investment into

Freeports with the Northern Ireland (NI) Protocol. If a Freeport

infrastructure. Freeports are no miracle cure for economic malaise,

is considered in NI it may present a conflict with EU level playing

but could have a major role in economic restart and recovery.

field rules. As such, we would welcome additional clarity on the

We want to work with government to ensure their establishment

operational and legal capacity and benefits that a Freeport could

delivers the best outcome for logistics and the wider economy.

deliver in NI, in comparison to a Freeport in Great Britain, which

Firstly, FTA asks that the government considers a multi-site concept,

can be treated under UK unilateral rules.

or virtual Freeport zones, to account for businesses and industries that do not already operate in the direct vicinity of a port, airport

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How businesses can profit from a dedicated Customs specialist

Thomas Holton, Customs Director at Gerlach UK outlines the top 5 benefits for working with a customs service provider and shares helpful insights.

The recent attention around Brexit has brought Customs to the fore front of everyone’s mind and as the head of Gerlach Customs Services in the UK I have been inundated with Customs support requests from small single traders to billion pound multinational companies. These conversations always start with a discussion around Brexit and how they minimise logistical delays of product to keep the supply chain moving.

At Gerlach, I think we perhaps handle such requests in a different way to most. As we are the largest neutral Customs service provider in Europe and because of our span and coverage we do not just offer to mitigate Brexit risk in the UK but are able to offer a single solution to mitigate a company’s Brexit risk for all of their trade in all of the European countries.

Our ability to offer a one stop solution for Customs for Brexit has raised some questions from our Customers around capability and capacity “if you can do this for Brexit can you do it for our rest of world imports/exports?” and our simple answer to this, is yes.

So what are the benefits of using one Customs broker to handle all imports and exports, why should you look to use a dedicated Customs specialist?

There are many benefits of having one single Customs broker and I think although not an exhaustive list some of the most important ones are: 1. You have a single point of contact to understand the status of all of your shipments regardless of who is carrying them, the benefit being audits are made easier to track.

2. By reducing the amount of companies completing entries you reduce the possibility of variance in your process which reduces risk (different companies complete formalities in different ways with different systems). It also means that the broker will become more familiar with your products and processes and can therefore identify anomalies more easily.

3. You are able to negotiate a more competitive rate for clearance; increased volume normally means decreased rates. With this in mind you will also only receive one set of invoices for your Customs formalities, which is beneficial for accounts but also in understanding your TCO (total cost of ownership).

4. You only need one set of SOP’s (standard Operating Procedures) and one set of KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators).

5. Integrating with your systems, should you currently or at any point in the future want any data interfaced (either way); this would only need to be done once.

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27 countries

170 offices

750 customs experts

What do I see as the benefits of using a dedicated and specialist Customs Broker?

• One of the main benefits is the knowledge and experience; a specialist Customs brokerage firm will employee highly experienced people and is able to call on their experience and skills to help improve both internal and customer processes.

• Another significant benefit is the impartiality; a specialised Customs brokerage focuses solely on Compliance and Customs regulations. They ensure that your goods are free to move when you need them. They do not get involved with your company’s decision on who and how you want to move your product, only that it is done in a compliant way.

• Specialist brokers, tend to have large teams so this means that your goods are never held up in the event of absence or in holiday season.

Where does Gerlach stand out against all others offering Customs services?

The Gerlach brand is synonymous with quality and Customs compliance. The company was founded over 100 years ago and has continued to go from strength to strength. Gerlach has grown to in excess of 750 Customs experts, specialising in Brokerage and Consultancy. We pride ourselves on employing only the highest calibre of staff who are able to help you improve compliance, reduce risk and where possible cost in your processes. We have a very strong and established Customs brokerage network and we are now growing it even further and developing capabilities to support with wider Customs Consultancy.

This year alone we have supported businesses with internal awareness trainings, process creation and documentation and have guided multiple companies through the challenges and changes required to gain AEO accreditation as well as various other authorisations.

Customs. Simply cleared.

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Organisations and bodies that provide essential support to the freight and logistics industries.

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1 JULY 2020

BITO...

A FLEXIBLE STORAGE COMBINATION O ne of the most popular new items in BITO’s recently

launched online BITO Direct catalogue is the company’s

Galvanised Boltless Shelving, which can hold a

combination of BITO’s XL and RK containers for bulk and small parts to suit the different purposes a company may have.

The shelves can be adjusted in 25 mm increments to further enhance the flexibility of this solution. This means users can position the bins and containers to suit the needs of the operation and staff.

A single shelving bay can combine XL stacking containers with a pick opening for ease of access. RK containers fit neatly for small parts picking.

Of course, the open shelves also allow users to store their own goods.

The shelving is available in bays of 1850 mm height and 1300 mm width, with depths of either 400 or 600 mm. Back-bracing and a quartet of stiffening beams add strength and stability. This, combined with the galvanised fames and shelves, provides a durable storage solution.

The interactive online page-turn BITO Direct catalogue features a

ABOUT BITO STORAGE SYSTEMS:

broad range of handling, storage and order picking solutions across

With its head office and main production facilities in

its 164 pages. These include the most popular products manufactured

Germany, BITO is an internationally operating manufacturer

by BITO – the majority of which are held in stock in Nuneaton.

of storage and order picking systems. The company’s product range includes shelving and racking; storage and

The BITO Direct Catalogue, which also features BITO’s design

order picking systems; bins and containers and warehouse

capabilities, is online now HERE. All products are also available in

equipment and accessories.

the BITO online shop at shop.bito.com.

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WILL JUST-IN-TIME BE REPLACED WITH JUST-IN-CASE? T 2 JUNE 2020

he COVID-19 outbreak has sparked widespread disruption

Digitalisation

to supply chains, with many operations once considered

Digitisation is vital; every supply chain needs a flow of information

robust – such as the distribution of PPE to hospitals and

that is at least as efficient as the flow of goods. With flexibility in

care homes – exposed to unimaginable stress. After a long period

mind, how collaborative are your systems? How easily could you

of supply chain stability, we are now in an era where supply chain

share data if collaboration was essential? How can you best get a

leaders will need to think beyond the old norms, adapt to the new

digital advantage and improve efficiency and flexibility?

reality and plan effectively for the future.

Automation In periods of stability, reducing inventory, sliming-down manufacturing

As workplace distancing is likely to have an impact for many months

and optimising operations constantly are the ‘go-to’ approaches, but

or years to come, any services or processes that could be automated

post-COVID-19, structural flexibility will be the key. Rather than just

or mechanised should be reviewed. Automation in the supply chain

minimising costs, emphasis should be placed on maximising reliability

is enjoying a renaissance, from driverless MHE (materials handling

and responsiveness. In this article, I will provide an overview of

equipment) to automated warehouse systems and robotics; this area

the questions every supply chain manager should ask themselves

is a hotbed of innovation. Sensible mechanisation or automation will

to prepare for the future, covering digitisation, security of supply,

help future proof operations.

automation, and process auditing.

There will be many lessons to be learned from the COVID-19 Security of supply

pandemic, but now more than ever, organisations need to think

Firstly, security of supply will be key; how geographically close are

innovatively about their supply chains and how they need to perform

you to your suppliers and how robust is the relationship? Do you

in the future.

have any products or product groups with a single source of supply?

Is that wise even if changing this may cost a little more? Could you

FTA’s Supply Chain Consultancy supports businesses across the

choose suppliers that are geographical closer to lower the supply

UK and is in unique position to advise on best practice, emerging

chain risk? If you source goods directly then could this be done

ideas and supply chain performance. Businesses can benefit from

closer? On-shoring and near-shoring are now real considerations for

an independent review of their processes and service levels with a

those that may have outsourced manufacturing in the past.

range of proven ideas from the team’s many years of experience.

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optimisation products can help businesses prepare for the future and

FTA is one of the UK’s leading business groups, representing

overcome any productivity issues caused by the COVID-19 outbreak.

the logistics industry, which is vital to keeping the UK trading, and more than seven million people directly employed in the

There is a tendency for companies to look to solve issues internally

making, selling and moving of goods. With Covid-19, Brexit,

during times of crisis, under performance or a downturn in

new technology and other disruptive forces driving change in

business. An external review can often accelerate change, rectify

the way goods move across borders and through the supply

issues and bring broader industry thinking to the table. A short,

chain, logistics has never been more important to UK plc.

sharp consultancy project will identify the way forward quickly by

FTA supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient

developing a set of deliverable action plans for the in-house team

logistics, and is the only business group which represents the

to take forward.

whole industry, with members from the road, rail, sea and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as

FTA’s supply chain consultants are here to help you look at all

retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the

these issues and help you shape an efficient, flexible and agile future

efficient movement of goods. For more information about

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the organisation and its work, including its ground-breaking

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WANT TO KNOW MORE? Further information can be found at dafo.co.uk

INTRODUCING LI-IONFIRE™ 1 JULY 2020

INCREASING THE SAFETY OF ELECTRIC & HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATIONS

A

s there is a global transition to renewable fuels, there is

With the rapid introduction of electric and hybrid electric vehicles in

an increasing demand for electric or hybrid vehicles (EV

public transport, there are new challenges because they present totally

and HEV). However, knowledge is limited about the new

different risk scenarios,

fire risks associated with vehicles having these new energy carriers.

says Anders Gulliksson of Dafo Vehicle, co-

ordinator of the EU-funded Li-IonFire (Automated e-vehicle Lithium Ion Battery Early Warning and Fire Suppression System) project.

Consequences connected to risks of Li-ion batteries, in case of a malfunction, can be serious, for example, they can result in toxic gas

When the commonly used Li-ion batteries fail through short

emissions or explosion. In collaboration with the coordinator, Dafo

circuiting, overcharging, high temperatures, mechanical damage and

Vehicle Fire Protection, an EU initiative has built a fire protection

overheating, this might cause thermal runaway and the release of a

system that addresses and mitigates these risks effectively and safely.

flammable electrolyte, which makes fire extinguishing very difficult.

In addition to the dramatic fire scenario with the rapid increase in

Fire suppression systems for vehicles have been on the market for

heat, there are a lot of potentially toxic gases being emitted.

decades, and are widely used and regulated across a wide variety of industries. However, these systems are tested to be effective on

A comprehensive solution for fire mitigation

vehicles with combustion engines, and all test standards are designed

The project partners, including Dafo Vehicle Fire Protection and

with this in mind.

RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, explored different techniques to detect potential battery failure, as early as possible, and take

The growth of the electric and hybrid electric vehicle industry has

immediate action to stop, or delay, a potentially hazardous situation.

accelerated the demand for new fire suppression technologies.

The partners studied the various fire risks related to battery spaces, including specific risks when charging, and procedures for handling electric vehicles and batteries after a crash. They also investigated to what extent fixed and integrated fire suppression systems, which are widely used to protect engine compartments on heavy vehicles, can be applied to vehicles powered by Li-ion batteries, and how they should be designed.

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ABOUT DAFO Dafo was founded in 1919 and was one of the first companies in the world which started to develop integrated firefighting solutions for vehicles with combustion engines back in 1976. The overall objective of Dafo Vehicle has always been to work with continuous improvements, research and developments to make the systems more reliable, sustainable and innovative. Over the years Dafo Vehicle has obtained vast experience and knowledge from end user installations which have been used as a basis for eliminating false alarms and false releases. As a result of the development Dafo Vehicle can today proudly present state of the art reliable solutions without vulnerable and pressurized agent containers.

Dafo Vehicle was chosen as an Innovation Label Winner at Busworld Europe 2019. The Innovation Label by Busworld Awards rewarded INNOVATIVE products and services. The

An integrated solution for early fire detection,

Innovation label was rewarded to Dafo Vehicle´s research

system cooling and fire suppression

project Li-IonFire™ which is one of the most advanced research

The project team successfully validated and demonstrated a highly

projects funded under the EU Framework Program for Research

innovative fire protection system for electric and hybrid electric

and Innovation - H2020 - under the SME Funding Scheme.

vehicles. The new system provides an early fire warning system, and spot cooling to prevent thermal runaway while localising and suppressing fire.

Through extensive testing, the Li-IonFire team better understood how a breakdown occurs within the battery and how it can be

The system was officially unveiled at in 2019, and has generated

detected. »If a system is activated at this early stage, the battery

tremendous interest from both end users and vehicle manufacturers.

can be ´brought back´ to a safe state, without the fire developing further,» explains Gulliksson.

Li-IonFire delivers to the market a product that didn´t exist until now: a system that can offer real protection against battery fires,

The tests have also shown that even with a late deployment of the fire suppression system, there´s a possibility of delaying the battery

using a new suppression agent, Forrex EV™, which is specifically developed for these applications,

concludes Gulliksson.

reaching a critical state, meaning that the chance of safe evacuation is very high.

Li-IonFire will significantly boost the safety of operators and the protection of valuable assets.

With proper detection and system activation, the hazardous scenario can be reversed and potentially even stopped entirely.

Li-IonFire will be available from the 1st of September 2020.

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CONTAINER AVAILABILITY ON THE RISE 14 JULY 2020

...THE WHEELS ARE SPINNING AGAIN

C

ontainers are moving again, but not quite on a pre-

In Hamburg especially the availability of 20DC’s stands to increase,

COVID-19 level. That can be seen on the container

with a value of 0.47 in week 29 to a 0.78 in week 31.

availability with higher levels of equipment availability

across European ports.

Also 40HC is indicated to increase, where 40DC containers on the hand will drop from a value of 0.49 in week 29 to 0.45 in week 31. These

We all know that the COVID-19 crisis has far from been good for

values indicate an increase of equipment at the port of Hamburg.

the container logistics industry. The lack of demand meant that many containers were stuck at depots around the world. And that, for an

In this calculation, we should, however, also not forget the many

unseeable amount of time.

blank sailings Europe has been hit by during the crisis. This has also had a tangible impact on the number of containers in the depots and

Thankfully, that trend is changing. Containers are now being loaded

the terminals around the continent. With fewer blank sailings, that

and returned. Though, the industry is still working on a lower heat

is also now changing.

than what we were used to before the Corona-pandemic.

All across Europe This also means that some ports and depots were already filled with

If we from Hamburg travel a little south to other ports in

equipment and still are. And the stocks may continue to be stored

northern Europe we will see a similar pattern. With the container

for quite some time. Especially when we combine a lower than usual

availability increasing.

level of demand with containers that are being returned to depots.

But if we for instance take a trip to the south of Europe, we will here In the Container Availability Index (CAx) the values of container

see a more muddy picture at the port of Genoa, Italy.

availability in Hamburg, Germany are increasing. In CAx when values are above 0.5 it indicates there is a surplus of equipment. Below, 0.5

Let’s just refresh: If the container availability value is below 0.5 it

it indicates there is a deficit.

indicates there is a deficit of containers.

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Taking a look at the values in CAx for Genoa the 40DC has availability of 0.01 – which is far under the threshold of 0.5. The 20DC, on the other hand, has a value of 0.32, and the 40HC an availability of 0.26. And this is a trend that looks to be continuing the coming weeks. Being able to forecast the development of the container availability, the CAx values for Genoa will decrease to 0.22 for 40HCs in week 31. And a continued low availability of 40DC in week 31 with a CAx value of 0.01. Indicating that equipment will become even more scarce.

Container xChange’s Container Availability Index CAx takes millions

Container xChange is an online neutral platform for 3rd party

of data points from transactions on xChange and tracking data that is

equipment. At xChange, you can find partners who either have SOC

globally available. All of these data are taken into account to forecast

containers or are looking for them.

the availability of equipment for most of the biggest port locations.

If you want to learn more about the Container Availability Index, you can meet the man behind the graphics at the Digital Container Summit 2020 on September 3rd.

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14 JULY 2020

PELI BIOTHERMAL ANNOUNCES

ASIA AWARD WIN FOR INNOVATION P eli BioThermal, the global name in temperature controlled

We are delighted and excited to receive this prestigious award

packaging, was announced as winner of the Innovation in

in recognition of the innovation and excellence our products and

Supply Chain of the Year category at the prestigious Asia-

services continue to deliver to the sector. It is an honour to again

Pacific Bioprocessing Excellence Awards 2020.

receive an award, this time for our innovation within the supply chain, which demonstrates how Peli BioThermal continues to

It is the second successive year Peli BioThermal has won an accolade

lead the sector with its high performing solutions, offering the

at the awards ceremony, celebrating excellence within the biologics

most comprehensive range of award-winning, pioneering thermal

sector, where the company received recognition for its outstanding

protection packaging products. To win an award for the second

performance as a supplier serving the biopharma industry.

successive year in a row is an outstanding achievement.

Benson Teo, Senior Director of Sales, Asia, Peli BioThermal

Peli BioThermal is celebrating winning this latest major accolade which follows previous awards won worldwide for its pioneering

Award organisers highlighted Peli BioThermal and fellow award

products and services. This is the second year in a row the company

winners were recognised as “industry leaders and trend-setters in

has triumphed at the Asia-Pacific Bioprocessing Excellence Awards

the biopharma scene and we wish to accord the highest honour

and follows Peli BioThermal’s success in 2019 when it won an award

of acknowledgement and appreciation for efforts to facilitate

for its high-performing passive packaging.

biomanufacturing excellence at enhanced speed, reduced cost, and superior quality all across Asia and the rest of the world”.

The latest award achievement comes as the company continues to rapidly grow its presence in Asia, expanding its operations

The awards ceremony was held on July 8th in conjunction with

and infrastructure in the region, positioning itself as a leading

the 7th Annual Biologics Manufacturing Asia 2020 and 4th Annual

solutions supplier within the biologics sector. Most recently the

Biologistics World Asia 2020 conference, which saw more than

company announced the opening of a new network station and

500 representatives from Asia’s leading biologic manufacturers,

drop point in Incheon, South Korea, which joins more than 100

companies and organisations gather for the virtual event.

key locations globally supporting the life sciences industry supplying services and high performing products for the safe transportation of pharmaceuticals, clinical trials, diagnostics, tissue, vaccines and blood supplies worldwide.

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he British International Freight Association (BIFA), the

Having been actively involved in the creation of an International

trade association that represents UK freight forwarding

Freight Forwarding Specialist apprenticeship, BIFA has committed

and logistics companies, says that it welcomes the package

to promote its availability since it was introduced in 2018. We

of measures unveiled by the Chancellor of the Exchequer today to

will continue to encourage employers and potential entrants

scale up employment support schemes, training and apprenticeships.

to consider this apprenticeship as a route into the industry.

There is a dedicated area of the BIFA website – apprentices.

Whilst our members are currently rightly focused on significant

bifa.org - that can help both employers and potential recruits

business continuity issues, we welcome the additional funding. We

to better understand apprenticeship opportunities in the freight

are ready to help any of our members that are willing to capitalise on

forwarding industry.

the funding being made available to either recruit apprentices; make

Carl Hobbis, Training Development Manager, BIFA

traineeships available; or increase training for existing employees.

Robert Keen, Director General, BIFA

Keen adds:

We will also be reminding our members, than in

addition to the finance announced today, last month the government As one of the largest providers of freight forwarding and Customs-related

made available an additional £50 million to accelerate growth of the

training courses, BIFA is currently delivering those courses via video

UK’s customs intermediary sector via training, with applications for

conferencing, due to the Covid-19 crisis preventing face-to-face training.

the new funding being open since the start of this month.

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TESTING PLANS NEED A RESILIENT SOLUTION 8 JULY 2020

TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC GROWTH

T

he government’s plans to issue further Certificates of

FTA has written to transport minister Baroness Vere to request

Temporary Exemption (CTE) for vehicle testing, as outlined

that highly compliant vehicle operators – such as those engaged in

in the Business and Planning Bill, have been welcomed by

the Agency’s own Earned Recognition scheme or rated green on its

FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector. But, as

risk score – can shift from a short exemption period to a one year

FTA’s Policy Director Elizabeth de Jong explains, the testing system

exemption. As Ms de Jong continues, this certainty will enable logistics

has not been resilient and these plans offer only a temporary fix,

operators to return to a testing schedule that will not remove crucial

which must be changed to secure economic recovery.

HGVs from the supply chain at a time when they are most needed.

While private sector maintenance and technical staff kept on

An extension of up to 12 months would ensure peak vehicle

working to maintain HGV road worthiness. DVSA withdrew their

capacity would be available to operators during the festive season

staff who carry out similar work for three and a half months during

– a crucial time of year for the whole economy. Industry thrives on

the COVID-19 crisis. It is clear that the current testing regime

certainty and as a sector, logistics aims to deliver that. However,

through DVSA and its partners cannot cope with the backlog of

our ambitions are currently being thwarted by a vehicle testing

up to 250,000 due tests to keep our sector moving. The CTE

regime that fails to take into account the importance of the work

protocol may have delayed the need for tests during the height of

our members deliver for UK PLC.

the COVID crisis, but this is, at best, a temporary fix which does not solve the issue of uncertainty. Vehicle testing and maintenance schedules are meticulously planned by most operators so that they

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are undertaken to maximise capacity. For many operators, the

FTA is one of the UK’s leading business groups, representing

dates for maintenance have been moved back into the pre-Christmas

logistics businesses which are vital to keeping the UK trading.

period, the busiest time of year for our sector, and will reduce

With COVID-19, Brexit, new technology and other disruptive

capacity at a time when the economy needs hauliers to help deliver

forces, logistics has never been more important to UK plc.

a successful festive season.

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29 JULY 2020

MOODY CALLS ON CHANCELLOR TO

STIMULATE ECONOMY BY MAINTAINING LOW FUEL PRICES H aulage boss Caroline Moody is calling on the government

Maintaining lower diesel prices means cheaper transport costs which

to maintain the current lower price of diesel over the next

would be directly passed on to both businesses and consumers, bringing

12 months to stimulate the country’s economic recovery.

positive and wide-ranging benefits to the economy. Everything we eat, use or wear has at some point been transported, so fuel taxes affects

She is urging chancellor Rishi Sunak to reduce the amount of fuel

everything we consume. Therefore, maintaining lower fuel costs would have

duty to compensate for any increase at the pumps, as prices begin

the widest possible benefits. Such a policy would also offset the effects of

to rise once more.

what is likely to be a prolonged period of low wage growth – by making incomes stretch further. It would also reward those businesses that are

With most UK goods carried by road, such a measure would keep

producing in-demand goods and would encourage higher outputs which,

transport costs low, stimulate production, and provide an economic

in turn, would lead to the creation of more jobs. In the UK fuel duty on

boost for businesses and consumers alike.

diesel remains by far the highest in the EU and this has a direct impact on the profitability and competitiveness of haulage companies. Logistics is the

The low cost of diesel during lockdown – from a low of 111p per litre

lifeblood of our economy and any return to high fuel prices in the short

in early June to the current average of £117p – did ease the financial

term would only dampen the recovery. It would also be a fitting tribute to

burden placed on the haulage and logistics industry as it overcame

all those key workers within the logistics industry who worked throughout

the challenges of COVID-19 to keep the country running.

lockdown to ensure this country was able to continue to function by protecting their livelihoods and creating some market certainty. I would urge the chancellor to seriously consider maintaining the lower cost of fuel, certainly over the next 12 months, as a simple and effective way of not only boosting the transport sector but the country as a whole.

Caroline Moody, Managing Director, Moody Logistics & Storage

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COMMENT FROM LOGISTICS SECTOR ON

THE CHANCELLOR'S PLAN FOR JOBS S peaking in response to the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s

Plan for Jobs, announced today (8 July), Elizabeth de Jong,

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policy director at FTA, the business group representing

FTA is one of the UK’s leading business groups, representing

logistics, said:

logistics businesses which are vital to keeping the UK trading, and more than seven million people directly employed in the

There is some great news for logistics in the Chancellor’s

making, selling and moving of goods. With COVID-19, Brexit,

Plan for Jobs. The fortunes of the logistics industry depend on

new technology and other disruptive forces driving change in

demand being restored in the economy and the measures to

the way goods move across borders and through the supply

boost demand in the hospitality sector gives hope to the supply

chain, logistics has never been more important to UK plc.

chain businesses which service them. Protecting jobs across

FTA supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient

our sector must also be a priority, and the job retention bonus

logistics, and is the only business group which represents the

will help keep jobs while demand rebuilds across the economy.

whole industry, with members from the road, rail, sea and

But while we welcome the increased training of younger people

air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as

proposed in his speech, we are hoping for further initiatives to

retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the

re-train those of all ages who have been made redundant. FTA

efficient movement of goods. For more information about

has been campaigning for the Apprenticeship Levy to become a

the organisation and its work, including its ground-breaking

Skills Levy which would mean people of all ages could have the

research into the impacts of COVID-19 on the whole supply

right training to meet the needs of our industry.

chain, please visit www.fta.co.uk

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APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR

FUNDING FOR CUSTOMS TRAINING FREIGHT ASSOCIATION ALERTS MEMBERS

N

oting that, as of 29 July, customs intermediaries can apply

Whilst we welcome the additional funding, as we did when the

for ÂŁ50 million of new funding, first announced in June

first two rounds of funding were announced, we can only keep

2020, the British International Freight Association (BIFA),

our fingers crossed that it produces the thousands of additional

says that it hopes it will help its members to increase their capacity

customs experts that the government agrees will be needed come

to make declarations ahead of 2021.

January 1st 2021. Along with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), which is running the scheme, we will be encouraging our members

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to take advantage of the funding, which could be used to support

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) is the

train an existing employee to become competent in completing

trade association for UK-registered companies engaged in

customs declarations. As one of the country’s largest providers of

international movement of freight by all modes of transport,

Customs-related training courses, BIFA decided to replicate almost

air, road, rail and sea. BIFA has around 1500 corporate

its entire course range and deliver it via video conferencing, due to

members, known generally as freight forwarders, who offer

the Covid-19 crisis preventing face-to-face training. Government

a wide range of services within these various modes.

guidance allows furloughed employees to engage in training,

a business that is extending and taking on new staff, or to help

provided that whilst undertaking the training the employee does not provide service to, or generate revenue for, or on behalf of their organisation. Hence, we are encouraging members that have furloughed employees to take advantage of the additional funding that has been made available by applying for it to finance some of BIFA's online Customs training opportunities for those employees, as well as employees that have not been furloughed.

Robert Keen, Director General, BIFA

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W

ith more than 12,000 people losing their jobs in the

At the start of the pandemic, FTA called on government to pause

past week across the UK, and many more redundancies

payments into the Levy fund – a charge of 0.5% of a business’ annual

expected as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

pay bill for those with an annual salary total of more than £3 million

winds down, the business group representing the logistics sector is urging

- as companies were unable to recruit new apprentices due to social

government to permit the switching of the industry’s Apprenticeship

distancing rules, and with no new training programmes getting under

Levy payments to a Skills Levy, enabling businesses to retrain staff in

way. To date, the logistics sector has paid over £410 million into

new roles. FTA, the largest membership organisation in the sector,

the Apprenticeship Levy pot, but only 10% of these funds have so

is querying why government has not allowed monies collected during

far been drawn down, mainly because no appropriate standard has

the pandemic under the current Levy scheme to be redirected to fund

been available for businesses to utilise. As Ms de Jong continues, the

retraining for employees facing the threat of redundancy:

industry sees continued value in the Apprenticeships programme, but has an urgent need to retain experienced staff whenever possible:

Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, logistics workers have been on the frontline, keeping businesses, retailers, hospitals and schools

Apprenticeships are part of the future success of our industry,

stocked with the goods and materials they need to keep going. At the

developing and training new recruits into our sector and enabling them

same time, many businesses in the sector have continued to pay into

to invest in the workforce of today. But with so many businesses already

the government’s Apprenticeship Levy fund but have been unable to

under strain as a result of the economic shut down, it is imperative

draw down the cash necessary to finance new starters into the sector,

that we protect those already in the workforce by providing them with

generally because apprenticeship standards for the vacancies they have

retraining opportunities – but we need monies to be able to fund this

are not yet available. With many new job opportunities arising as a result

learning and development. The current Apprenticeship scheme does

of the UK’s new future relationship with the EU at the end of the year,

not give industry sufficient help to provide the workforce needed

now would be an ideal time to use the funding as a training grant to start

right now, and simply represents an additional tax on companies trying

retraining workers in the sector to fulfil new roles in customs and trade

to keep Britain trading as the economy re-emerges. We urge the

procedures, rather than making them redundant after the pandemic.

government to rethink its approach as a matter of urgency.

STOP TAXING TO HELP US START TRAINING

Elizabeth de Jong, Policy Director, FTA

6 JULY 2020

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VACANCIES

SEAFREIGHT SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST

• Ensure customer communication is precise and received

BIRMINGHAM, UK FIXED-TERM CONTRACT GB11644

• Maximise profitability on all shipment files, keeping

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Job Overview Are you looking for a career in a freight forwarding and want to work for the world’s number 1 sea freight forwarder then we have an excellent opportunity at our Birmingham Branch to join our International Supply Chain team.

Your role We are currently recruiting for a Seafreight Customer Care Specialist on an initial 6 month contract to join our International Supply chain management department who will be responsible for providing best in class customer service to our customers managed by the supply chain team every day.

As part of your role as a Customer Care Specialist you will be liaise daily with internal and external customer ensuring this is carried out in a timely and professional fashion.

Your responsibilities • Provide excellent customer service all day, every day to our

customer base.

• Seeking ways to add value to their business and communicate these effectively to the relevant parties to change processes for the better • Build a close and robust relationship with our customers to guarantee that they will turn to us when they require help and will trust us with potential other business opportunities • To ensure that all shipments are undertaken to meet, as a minimum, or exceed the customer’s expectations in terms of the standard of service provided, cost agreed and specified time frames • Communicate effectively with all overseas offices to arrange importation of freight based on customer-specific requirements. This includes but is not limited to Customs clearance, deliveries and import documentation control.

• Utilise our customer solutions teams to put relevant and informative reporting in place to show important value added areas for improvement • Monitor and report on shipments and communicate any updates /or non-conformances to the affected parties, i.e. customer, customs team or Intermodal team

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in a timely manner. Damage/claim reporting, TIP reporting.

operational errors to a minimum and alerting management to potential problems.

• Be responsible for accurate accounting across your customer base and conforming to the current • To attend customer/supplier visits where required and ensure that all reporting must be accurate and delivered according to agreed deadlines

Your skills and experiences • Previous experience in customer facing/service role ideally

in a logistics/supply chain environment would be advantageous • Excellent written and oral skills and confident liaising with customers and colleagues • Previous Seafreight experience is advantageous • Ability to work to deadlines, and under pressure in some situations.

• Good organisation skills and able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office – specifically Word, Excel and Outlook.

Good reasons to join If you would like to become a valued member of our team then we will also make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. We are offering a competitive salary and 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and life assurance.

You will also have the opportunity to join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and benefit from our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers discounts and savings on a wide range of high street or internet goods and services.

About Kuehne+Nagel With over 82,000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics companies. As an employer, Kuehne + Nagel stands for equal opportunity and we are committed to diversity in our teams with regard to people with disabilities. We believe that you can make a valuable contribution to Kuehne + Nagel and look forward to receiving your application.

VACANCIES UNITED KINGDOM

OPERATIONS MANAGER CHESTER

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

CHESTER, UK GB11467

MANCHESTER, UK UP TO £65K BASIC, PLUS BONUS, PLUS CAR matt@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 628 787

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Your role This role will be accountable for all departmental activity including Health & Safety, achievement of business KPIs, labour, training, team development and engagement, quality, environment and security.

Your responsibilities • Responsible for managing cost performance in line with

forecast / budget ensuring appropriate measures are in place to manage variation • Devise and implement operational and financial KPI targets to ensure business and customer requirements are achieved • Develop strong relationships with internal and external customers to better understand key business drivers and devise tactical improvement plans to support continued growth / success • Promote a culture of Continuous Improvement by capturing and leading CI initiatives / projects and developing support structures through CI training workshops • Identify resource requirements for each department based on forecast activity and devise tactical plans to manage shortages / surplus • Interrogation and approval of departmental spreadsheets / reports as required to ensure the integrity of KPI data • Operate and interrogate Warehouse Management Systems (WMS, GRIP) to identify potential improvements • Conduct regular customer and supplier reviews

Your skills and experiences • Strong PC skills including Microsoft Office applications • Good knowledge of creating and interrogating spreadsheets

• Ability of interpreting data • Experience of managing large teams • Managing costs against a budget • Development and understanding of KPIs • Health & Safety legislation • Appraisals and disciplinary

• Global freight forwarder • Outside sales / BDM role, working in and around Manchester and the North West • MUST have experience in freight forwarding, with provable GP of at least £100k p.a.

• Car, bonus / commission, pension, life assurance, health insurance

INSIDE SALES ANTWERP, BELGIUM TO £50K, PLUS BONUS & AMAZING BENEFITS PACKAGE matt@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 628 787

• Freight forwarding inside sales • Warm desk worth €300.000 per annum • Financially secure global freight forwarder, 900+ staff • Smart offices, great team atmosphere, healthy business

EXPORT AIRFREIGHT OPERATIONS CLERK COLNBROOK, UK £COMPETITIVE, D.O.E., HOLIDAY: 22 DAYS MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM TO 5PM (SOME EVENING & WEEKEND WORK, OVERTIME PAID) vac@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 275 951

Working in a team of 3, the successful applicant will be responsible for day-to-day operations of export airfreight department based in Colnbrook, working within the AOG department.

Must have minimum 5 years' operational experience working within airfreight exports. Experience with aerospace and ships' spares would be an advantage but not essential.

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EXPORT MANAGER, FREIGHT FORWARDING COLNBROOK/HEATHROW, UK FULL TIME: MON TO FRI 9AM–5.30PM SALARY: £38,000–£43,000 BASIC D.O.E. PROFIT SHARE COMPANY CAR FOR CLIENTS VISITS vac@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 275 951

We are working on behalf of a freight forwarder who requires an export manager in a full-time role based in Colnbrook/Slough.

Job Description The focus of the job entails that objectives are established for the storage and/or distribution of products to maintain product safety, quality and legality in accordance with the quality policies of the BRC Standard.

• To manage the export department and staff • To arrange the export of cargo by air, and ocean • Liaise with airlines • Liaise with HMRC, Port & Plant Health and other

government bodies • Organise export clearances, and correct documentation relating to the movement of cargo • Create export documentation required for the shipping of cargo • Provide a high level of customer service • Liaise with overseas offices, partners and agents • Strong Administration skills • To sort, filter and distribute documentation, and create and maintain job files in an accurate and timely manner.

• Arrange the X-ray screening of cargo in line with CAA/DFT regulations • Arrange bookings with airlines, shipping lines and transporters

Compliance duties • Control and maintenance of quality management system and procedures • Management of internal audit program • Undertake warehouse hygiene inspections

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OCEAN IMPORT OPERATOR LEEDS, UK £COMPETITIVE matt@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 628 787

I am recruiting for a well known, local and independent freight forwarder looking to add to their expanding team in Leeds.

This has client has been operating for over 30 years assisting their clients with their logistics requirements from a wide range of industries including aerospace, manufacturing, engineering, events and exhibitions, chemicals and oil and gas.

The position is for an experienced Air and Sea Operator with customs experience.

Responsibilities • Liaising with clients / overseas partners / agents.

• Speaking with customers and clients on a regular basis, negotiating rates and providing quotations.

• Contacting clients, making sure all information

and paperwork has been received for the shipment.

• Working on key accounts and general imports (LCL/FCL) from global destinations.

• Dealing with import documentation from start to finish including customs entries.

• Making sure all documentation is processed and input into the system.

Export duties • Management of export operations • Administration of warehouse systems (WIRES) • Management of internal controls • Forward planning of resources to ensure effective delivery of products and services

• Assisting with BRC documentation • Ensuring compliance with relevant EU legislation • Member of Food Safety / HACCP team

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NETWORK CONTROL GROUP SUPERVISOR – TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT

COLNBROOK/HEATHROW, UK SALARY £29,000 BASIC + £4,000 SHIFT ALLOWANCE SUNDAY TO THURSDAY, 7:30PM TO 4:30AM 22 DAYS ANNUAL LEAVE, RISING TO 26 IN TIME ACCESS TO COMPANY BENEFITS PORTAL STAKEHOLDER PENSION EXCELLENT PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES ACCELERATED DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES vac@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 275 951

We have an opportunity for a Network Control Group Supervisor with one of the biggest freight forwarders in the world.

This is a Management role, based at the Southern Distribution Centre in Colnbrook. Managing 6 direct reports of varying experience levels, we are seeking a proven manager with experience in transport management and analysis of technical data. The NCG team are responsible for monitoring all fleet vehicles to ensure timely delivery of shipments and customs clearance of shipments in the air to ensure our time definite delivery services can be achieved.

We are seeking a candidate who has experience working with Customs systems, transport or warehouse management systems, technical ability is key for this role and proven experience working with and training staff on complex IT systems is a necessity.

Role

• To implement and support departmental strategies. To assist in managing the day to day operation and staff within the NCG, in order to effectively monitor all elements required for successful network operations. Reporting any detriments to service, highlighting root cause and analysis with short/long term solutions. To monitor and communicate all departure and arrival times within the SDC/ Customer Collections/Deliveries.

• The Network Control Supervisor is responsible for the performance of his shift or function within the network group.

He/she must ensure that all operational problems are resolved/ or escalated to direct report, so that customer expectations are achieved and resources optimised, within operational cost performance, agreed budgets.

• Must be able to lead, manage, motivate and communicate effectively to all areas and levels of operations staff within the team.

• Key focus on achieving service excellence within agreed cost parameters while maintaining a strong customer facing position and driving improvement in customer satisfaction.

• • Must be organised and facilitate staff Rosta coverage as well as holiday/Overtime approvals.

• Successful candidate will be required to work flexible hours around the operation to ensure departmental needs are satisfied.

• Successful candidate must be committed to travel away on management training courses and events.

• Skill/Experience required • Minimum 3 to 5 years of man-management experience within or a similar industry.

• Higher level of education with additional qualifications specific to this role.

• High level of Microsoft office knowledge/experience.

• Dangerous Goods by road and by air • Health and safety • Man management • Knowledge of the UK Road Maps would be an advantage

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FTL PRODUCT MANAGER LOS ANGELES/DFW/CHICAGO, USA FULL-TIME POSITION, SALARY $75K TO $100K BASIC D.O.E. & BOOK OF BUSINESS. COMMISSION SCHEME COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE, PAID HOLIDAYS & VACATION, MEDICAL matt@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 628 787

Job Overview Over 5 year’s working experience in freight sales in air, ocean, and road.

With offices across the country, my client offers a full range of domestic and international solutions—including air, ocean, ground and international transportation The Regional Account Manager will report directly to the National Sales Manager.

The RAM is accountable for developing and securing incremental revenue and market share through promotion and sales of all services and products to establish and target accounts.

We have openings within various locations in the US.

Duties include but are not limited to: • Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.

• Identify business opportunities and generate profitable sales

in both new and existing accounts to meet and exceed new business revenue goals, within an assigned geographical territory consisting of a major metro area and pertinent secondary markets.

• Assist in the development and implementation of sales plans that support increased sales.

• Build strategic relationships with key contacts within customer organizations to understand opportunities for creating value.

• Capitalize on value creation opportunities by working closely with the sales and operations management team to develop creative workable solutions to customer needs.

• Cross-sell the company’s suite of products and services in a global team environment.

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• Monitor and review customer sales activity and make

strategy adjustments as needed. Facilitate regular meetings with clients and relevant operations staff to evaluate performance and receive updates from clients on challenges and future plans.

• Work collaboratively with the operational staff at multiple sites and locations to ensure customers’ needs and expectations are met.

• Assist in development and reporting of competitive market analysis.

• Administrative functions in a timely manner.

• Maintain a high level of expertise and knowledge of products and services.

• Maintain minimum sales levels set as expectations for this role as laid out in the sales plan.

• Support and promote company core values.

• Comply with Company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.

• Regular attendance is required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other requirements: • Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) and a

minimum of five years of sales experience to include two years of domestic and international freight forwarding experience. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration. Ability to read and interpret complex business and/or technical documents.

• Ability to write comprehensive reports and detailed business correspondence.

• Ability to work with managers or directors

Please contact me if you have the relevant sales experience for the above position

VACANCIES USA

GERMANY

FRANCE

INTERNATIONAL

FREIGHT FORWARDING SENIOR OPS

OCEAN IMPORT OPERATOR

HAMBURG €70.000

LE HAVRE, FRANCE £COMPETITIVE

matt@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 628 787

matt@headfordgroup.com | +44 (0)1454 628 787

Key info • Ambitious candidates required to help build small team

Seeking an ambitious station manager to join an international logistics organisation in Le Havre, France.

to Country Manager role

• 80% Sea, 20% Air • Should be 'hands-on' operations with commercial mindset • Support from global organisation to grow the territory

The company A well-established, international logistics organisation with expertise in specific fields. They pride themselves on providing a high-quality service. Customer service and satisfaction are at the core of all they do.

Originating in Germany, the company has grown quickly, having a presence in France since 2015.

OCEAN EXPORT SPECIALIST ATLANTA, GA charlie@headfordgroup.com | +1 (470) 558 2953

Key info • $40k-$50k • Minimum of 2 years in ocean export role • Full documentation A-Z

AIR EXPORT MANAGER CHICAGO, IL charlie@headfordgroup.com | +1 (470) 558 2953

Key info • Salary based on experience • 5+ years managerial experience • Working for a top 25 global freight forwarder

The role • As Station Manager you will have management

responsibility for two employees, with the possibly of more in the future. We are seeking an experienced individual with proven skills in international sea freight export and import.

• You must have experience in a forwarding agency and a solid operational background.

• Longevity as a sea freight import/export clerk at a forwarding agency is a must, as well as logistics knowhow.

• Sales contacts would be desirable, but plays a subordinate role.

• This role does not require a senior manager with longevity in management but an experienced clerk with some leadership skills and ambition to be a future managing director of a small branch.

• The main task of the new person would be the operative running of the office and communication with the higher management in head office.

• A driving licence and very good English is a must; German is beneficial but not essential.

Benefits and Package • A salary package will depend on the person but is competitive.

• 35 hours per week • 30 days of holiday per year

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