FORWARDER magazine issue 69

Dear Santa, I would like...

World peace Playstation5 New job

ely unlik it t e g r o f

easy!

FATIGUE IN VAN DRIVERS and how to combat it

FIRE IN THE DRAGON’S BELLY Cory Brothers to celebrate in 2022

CLICK HERE TO BUY...

Retail delivery and Britain’s net-zero target

.com

gJobs n i d r Forwa

FORWARDING JOBS.COM FEATURING...

ISSUE69

Our people ...not ‘planes, ships or trucks...

deliver.

Air

Ocean

Road

Where time is of the

Where cost, not time, is of

Where the focus

essence, we certainly

the essence, we again

is Europe, we still

speak your language.

speak your language.

speak your language.

Download the new app

Just search for

Aspen Freight

for iOS, on the App Store.

Created by

...Android version coming soon.

+44 (0)20 3918 0500 commercial@aspenfreight.com aspenfreight.com

Moved by people 1 Meadlake Place • Thorpe Lea Road • Egham • Surrey • TW20 8BF qrcargo.com 2 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

WFORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

CONTENTS

elcome to

BREXIT BRIEFING

19 IDCOVOVERY K RECUNCING BAC

2

BO

AIR FREIGHT

14

SEA FREIGHT

20

ROAD FREIGHT

34

RAIL FREIGHT

50

PROJECT CARGO

54

AIR & SEA PORTS

60

TECH & DIGITALISATION

64

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

78

CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

86

INDUSTRY SERVICES

92

TRAINING & RECRUITMENT

106

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

136

MEDIA & MARKETING

142

GIVING BACK NEW SECTION

150 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

3

CUSTOMS CLEARANCES (UK & EU)

4

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

WELCOME TO FORWARDER...

FORWARDER

A WORD FROM

H

MEET THE TEAM

appy Christmas or [insert cultural alternative here] to you all!

CRAIG EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

I am writing this through a COVID-induced fog (don't worry... digital-only issue...not contagious), so I hope you've had

craig@freightsolutions.com

better luck and that the year has treated you well.

ALAN EDITOR

editor@forwardermagazine.com

This is our final broadcast of 2021 – a regrettably unforgettable year

LUKE SALES MANAGER

all round. Please enjoy the issue and we'll see you again soon.

luke@freightsolutions.com +44 (0)7368 976 852

Tim, Designer, FORWARDER magazine

DOM ADVERTISING dom@freightsolutions.com +44 (0)1454 628 794

Issue69

FORWARDINGJOBS.COM FREIGHTWEBSITE.DESIGN

SLACK SEASON SHORT LIVED AS AIRLINES REACT TO FLAT DEMAND DANGEROUS GOODS

EXIS AMDT. 40-20 IMDG E-LEARNING

FREIGHT TECHNOLOGY MOVE IT LIKE... STEPHEN THOMPSON, MD, ACTION ROADWAYS POST-BREXIT EFFICIENCIES THE BREXIT SITUATION

Issue66

ALEXANDER JONES, FREIGHT MERGERS LTD FREIGHTAPP FREIGHTABASE PHIL DENTON, ITAL LOGISTICS

Issue63 Issue62 Issue61

FORWARDER magazine

tim@forwardermagazine.com

FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

MOHIT SOCIAL MEDIA

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

Issue60 Issue59

FORWARDER magazine

mohit@freightsolutions.com

FORWARDER magazine

Issue58 Issue57 Issue56 Issue55 Issue54 Issue53 Issue52 Issue51

???

TIM DESIGNER

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDER magazine

Issue65

Issue64

FORWARDINGJOBS.COM

FREIGHTWEBSITE.DESIGN

CELEBRATING 5 YEARS & 60 ISSUES OF FORWARDER magazine

THE BOUNCE-BACK ISSUE

Issue68 Issue67

MULTIMODAL ����

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDERmagazine.com/read-forwarder twitter.com/ForwarderMag

instagram.com/forwardermag

facebook.com/forwardermagazine linkedin.com/company/forwarder-magazine FORWARDERmagazine.com

Unit 8 Apex Court, Woodlands, Bristol BS32 4JT

HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY? LET US KNOW! FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

1

BREXIT BRIEFING

We delve into the opportunities (and the challenges) presented by Britain’s departure from the EU. Related topics Global trade agreements Border control Import/export balance

Sponsored by

2 2 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

18 NOVEMBER 2021

TT CLUB WELCOMES

EU SAFE TRUCK PARKING INITIATIVE

A

long-time advocate of safer parking facilities for long-distance road vehicles, international transport insurer, TT Club has welcomed the EC’s initiative to introduce a standard ensuring

a minimum level of security and safety at these overnight parking sites Undoubtedly the time when cargo and driver are at most risk is when they are at rest, whether overnight, during meal breaks or due to regulatory requirements. TT Club collaborations with BSI Supply Chain Services and Solutions, and others, have consistently shown that over 60% of all cargo thefts from road vehicles occur in transit - and a high proportion of those while vehicles are parked.

In the UK, similar trends in theft, and an even greater need for safe parking facilities exist. This has prompted TT to support schemes such

As such the specialist insurer is keen to advise operators of risk

as Motorway Buddy, which is a smartphone app enabled a truck-stop

management measures that they can take to mitigate such risks.

locator. It is a driver-friendly compliance and safety management tool

TT therefore soundly welcomes the European Commission’s

that provides the location of over 300 recognised truck stop facilities.

introduction of its Safe & Secure Truck Parking Areas (SSTPA) Standard.

This is set to come into EU Law through the EU Driving and Rest Time

With TT’s investment and collaboration with the Freight Unit of the

rules, part of the Commission’s Mobility Package 1.

National Vehicle Crime Intelligence Service (NaVCIS), the app is now supplied with detailed crime data, mapping cargo and fuel theft hotspots.

At a time of severe driver shortages, warehouse capacity crisis and

Motorway Buddy thus enables informed decisions as to where is most

congestion throughout the freight transport system, there needs to be

prudent for drivers to park-up, leading to a safer and more secure road

even more vigilance against criminal activity. The current circumstances

freight transport.

are increasing the opportunities for the well-organised and targeted theft of goods. Every initiative to strengthen security, and the safety of

Yarwood concludes,

The achievement of a more secure freight

drivers, particularly in more vulnerable locations is to be applauded.

environment within the UK and Europe, and indeed across the globe, will

Mike Yarwood, MD of Loss Prevention, TT

be a never-ending battle as thieves adapt their methods to exploit softer targets. However, initiatives such as the EU’s new SSTPA Standards

The new SSTPA standard follows a voluntary scheme that is in existence

address one of the system’s key weaknesses -- the woeful shortage of

aimed at addressing the EU’s requirements for safe parking. Now with

safe and secure parking facilities. TT will also continue to highlight this

EC investment that will come into effect in harmony with the new

shortcoming and invest in the means to improve the situation.

SSTPA, secure parking capacity will increase.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

3

BREXIT BRIEFING NEWS

RULES OF ORIGIN GRACE PERIOD ENDING 1 DECEMBER 2021

COMPLACENCY NO LONGER AN OPTION EXPORTING TO EU – COMMENT FROM MHA

W

ith just one month until UK businesses have to

This presents serious ramification for business. Those unable to

demonstrate they are compliant with the new

provide the relevant proof of origin risk providing an incorrect

rules of origin, which come into force on 1 January

declaration, making them liable to potential penalty actions. Most

2022, Andrew Thurston, Customs Duty Consultant at MHA,

alarmingly, those exporters that don’t qualify for the tariff-free trade

warns businessesrisk financial penalties and damaging customer

face the daunting prospect of informing their EU customers, forcing

relationships unless they are fully compliant with the updated rules:

them to amend all their import declarations and pay the necessary duty. Not only could this severely damage a UK business’srelationship

UK businesses that export into the EU can no longer afford to be complacent

with its EU partners, it could be the difference between its goods

regarding rules of origin. From 1 January 2022, under the UK-EU Trade and

being sellable within the EU or not.

Cooperation Agreement (TCA) exporters will need to provide clear and sufficient evidence to prove the true origin of their goods if they want to

As UK business have navigated through an extremely challenging year,

continue to qualify for tariff-free trade, or risk paying duties.

with pressures from Covid-19, Brexit, inflation and supply chain issues, the full imposition of rules of origin regulation presents yet another

While the terms of the TCA provided a valuable grace period throughout 2021

potential headache they must overcome. For those that already ship

for businesses to prepare for the impending changes, many UK manufacturers

their good under zero-tariff in the EU, it will be business as usual.

have dangerously assumed that if they have purchased or manufactured

However any business yet to fully review the new requirements coming

their products in the UK this automatically means those products are of

in on 1 January is strongly advised to use the remaining month to

UK origin. However with today’s complex supply chains, many products

ascertain if their goods qualify for tariff-free trade and ensure they

do not meet the required threshold of 50% British or EU-sourced content

have the required evidence to meet the new rules.

to fully qualify for zero tariffs under the TCA. As a result many businesses risk being caught ill-prepared to meet the minimum origin requirements when facing HMRC audits or mutual verification requests in 2022.

4

PLEASE GET IN TOUCH & SEND US YOUR NEWS

FORWARDER magazine

editor@forwardermagazine.com ISSUE69

OPERATIONS

ACCOUNTS

CRM

BOXTRAX

WAREHOUSING

WEB API’S

PO MANAGEMENT

THE UK FISH INDUSTRY AUGUST 2021

making information flow…

boxtop.net

POST-BREXIT FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

5

BREXIT BRIEFING NEWS 9 NOVEMBER 2021

ARTICLE 16:

PRESSING THE ‘EMERGENCY EJECT’

WILL CREATE MORE PROBLEMS THAN IT SOLVES

T

he UK may be on a collision course with the EU over the

back door into the single market. Using Article 16 in this way makes

Northern Ireland Protocol, but pressing the Article 16 ejector

it as much of a “safeguard” as Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD)

seat button now could make things a lot worse in the run-up

safeguards us from nuclear attack.

to Christmas, says ParcelHero.

Belgium’s Deputy Prime Minister, Vincent Van Peteghemhas, has already

There is increasing concern that the UK Government might soon trigger

warned that if Britain reneges significantly on the current Northern

Article 16 of the Northern Ireland Protocol, which allows the UK or

Ireland border solution, the EU may give notice that it intends to collapse

EU to take unilateral ‘safeguard’ measures if either side decides that

the entire trade deal. A clause in the UK/EU Trade and Cooperation

the deal is creating serious problems. Hitting the Protocol emergency

Agreement (TCA) allows either side to terminate the whole deal with

escape button this close to Christmas could be disastrous, warns the

a year's notice. If that happened, it would effectively send us spiralling

international delivery expert ParcelHero.

back towards a no-deal Brexit, with tariffs on most goods and many other restrictions on EU-UK trade.

Article 16 is a weapon of last resort. It is intended for use only if the Northern Ireland Protocol agreement is causing long-term “economic,

Even though there is a 12 months notice period for the trade agreement

societal or environmental difficulties”. Instead, the UK’s main justification

to be suspended, the UK should not bank on there being no immediate

for its implementation seems to be ideological: it no longer wants the

repercussions. Some analysts are saying the EU’s response could be

European Court of Justice (ECJ) to have an oversight role in the deal.

“explosive”. Keep in mind how swift the French Government was to plan increased checks on goods to and from the UK during the recent fishing

The Government’s Brexit Minister, Lord Frost, said on Friday that

boat licence dispute. It’s entirely possible that similar measures might be

triggering Article 16 is 'very much on the table and has been since July.'

taken EU-wide in the run-up to Christmas, to make the point to other

If the Government does invoke Article 16, what exactly does it expect

nations that the EU is not to be trifled with in this way. Increased checks

will happen?

would quickly create long tailbacks and delay UK imports and exports in the vital pre-Christmas period.

Article 16 exists to fix difficulties with the Northern Ireland Protocol that may cause serious problems or divert trade. It was envisaged as a

ParcelHero’s in-depth analysis of the ongoing UK-EU trade problems

'Safeguard' to be used in a targeted way to fix specific issues. However,

and, in particular, the Northern Ireland Protocol agreement can be seen

the EU fears the UK is planning to use Article 16 like a nuclear button, by

at: https://www.parcelhero.com/research/brexit-study

entirely suspending articles 5,7, 8 and 10. This would demolish customs, product standards, VAT and state aid rules, while opening a potential

6

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

David Jinks M.I.L.T., Head of Consumer Research, ParcelHero

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

7

COVID-19 RECOVERY

Hopefully the most short-lived section of FORWARDER, we'll bring you word on how the industry is recovering from this crisis and focus on positive stories about a world bouncing back.

Related topics SARS-CoV-19 coronavirus Government measures Industry reactions

8 8 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

30 NOVEMBER 2021

ON THE

IMPACT OF OMICRON ON THE TRAVEL SECTOR

BY JEFF LENNON AT VISION-BOX

A

irports and airlines need to adapt to the challenges of new variants. Here is a comment from Jeff Lennon, Vice President of Strategic Sales and Global

Partnerships at Vision-Box, on the impact of the Omicron variant on the travel sector: The travel sector has been reeling under the pressure of covid-19 and its variants for nearly two years now, and what has been clear is that the world will continue to deal with some form of the virus for at least the next couple of years. The Omicron variant is probably a challenging one as it appeared just before the start of the holiday season and the new year. What the sector needs here is to demonstrate the preparedness to safely enable seamless and less-intrusive travel, while at the same time building consumer confidence to return to airports, board aircrafts and venture out onto their destinations.

Contactless biometric based technologies are the key here – both for consumers to regain confidence and for airports and airlines to effectively manage crowds and cut down bottlenecks created by the additional paperwork. By implementing touchless automated technologies, passengers can confidently walk into the airport and speed through the processes, from check-in to boarding, without the need to

The opportunities here are immense – both in reducing person-to-

interact with another person.

person contact, in effectively managing evolving checks on travel credentials, and preventing crowded hotspots.

For airports, border control agencies and airlines, Digital ID wallets also present an opportunity to reduce paperwork, and seamlessly

Airports and airlines which are investing now in upgrading their

integrate all relevant passenger information into a digital profile -

infrastructure to seamless travel technologies are getting ahead of the

including identity documents, biometrics, identity-binded covid-19

curve, will stand to withstand periodical pressures from the evolving

test results and vaccine certificates.

pandemic and its variants, and ultimately recovery the fastest.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

9

COVID-19 RECOVERY NEWS 28 NOVEMBER 2021

��-MONTH EURO COVID CERT. VALIDITY WOULD PROTECT FRAGILE RECOVERY IN TRAVEL & TOURISM

G

eneva - The International Air Transport Association (IATA)

The proposal to manage limitations on the validity of the DCC creates

called for caution in response to a European Commission

many potential problems. People who received the vaccine before March,

Recommendation that the EU Digital COVID Certificate

including many health workers, will need to have accessed a booster by 11

(DCC) should only remain valid for up to nine months after the second

January or may be unable to travel. Will EU states agree on a standardized

vaccination dose, unless a booster jab is administered.

time period? How will the requirement be harmonized with the many states that have developed COVID passes that are reciprocally recognized

The EU DCC is a great success in driving a common continent-wide

by the EU? Moreover, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said

approach to managing the COVID-19 health crisis and in facilitating the

booster shots should be prioritized for vulnerable groups that have not

freedom of people to travel again. It underpins a fragile recovery in the travel

had a first dose, let alone a booster. Worldwide, the vaccine program still

and tourism sector. And it is critical that any changes to it have a joined-

has a long way to go in many developing states and the focus should be on

up approach that recognizes the impact of divergent policies by individual

ensuring vaccine equity. Given that the majority of air travelers are not in

member states and promotes further harmonization across Europe.

the most vulnerable groups, allowing a twelve-month time period before

Rafael Schvartzman, Regional Vice President for Europe, IATA

a booster is needed would be a more practical approach for travelers and a fairer approach for vaccine equity.

Booster Shots The critical issue is vaccine validity and the requirement for booster shots.

Vaccine Recognition

As the immunity afforded by vaccination wears off, booster jabs are being

A further element of concern is the Commission’s recommendation that

increasingly offered to extend and strengthen people’s immune response.

travelers vaccinated with a non-EU approved vaccine should present a

However, if booster shots are mandated to maintain the validity of the

negative pre-departure PCR test. This will discourage travel from many

DCC, it is vital that states harmonize their approach to the length of

parts of the world where infection rates are low, but the population

time allowed between the point of full vaccination and administering the

have been vaccinated by WHO-approved vaccines which have yet to

additional dose. The nine months proposed by the Commission could be

gain regulatory approval in the EU.

insufficient. It would be better to delay this requirement until all states are offering booster jabs to all citizens, and for a twelve-month validity

Governments should prioritize policies that are simple, predictable and

to give more time for people to access a booster dose, considering the

practical in order to ensure passengers regain confidence to travel and

differing national vaccination approaches being taken.

airlines confidence to reopen routes. The European Centre for Disease Control is explicit in its latest risk report that travel restrictions are unlikely to have any major impact on the timing or intensity of local epidemics*. We appreciate that authorities must remain vigilant, but discriminating among vaccines that have been approved by the WHO is a waste of resources and an unnecessary barrier to people’s freedom to travel.

10

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

M

uch has been made in the past year of the shortage of HGV

The Logistics UK Skills Report 2021 has been compiled

drivers and other logistics workers. But after a challenging

in partnership with independent research agency

12 months for the sector, a new report published today (7

Repgraph. A copy of the report can be downloaded at

December 2021) by business group Logistics UK shows there is cause

logistics.org.uk/campaigns/logistics-uk-skills-

for cautious optimism that the situation will improve.

and-employment-advice-hub/logistics-uk-sskills-and-employment-report

The Logistics UK Skills Report 2021 reveals that significant steps have been taken to help address the recruitment issues which have plagued the sector for years, with government and industry working together to increase capacity to test new drivers, provide new training schemes, and commit to improving facilities available to those working across the roads network. But as Elizabeth de Jong, policy director at Logistics UK explains, while there has been progress, there is still much work to do:

Skills and Employment Report 2021 Produced by Logistics UK Policy

The flexibility and resilience of our sector in coping with a smaller workforce, coupled with issues caused by Brexit and supply chain

EMBARGOED PRESS COPY – SUBJECT TO CHANGE BEFORE PUBLICATION

disruption caused by worldwide container shipping issues, have been incredible, and with higher wages now helping to plug the gaps in employment for companies which can afford them and an increase in HGV driver tests of 25.6% and three-fold increase in applications for vocational provisional licences, there is hope that the shortage of HGV drivers will ease. However, this is not cause for complacency just yet; although average driver pay surged 10% in the nine months to October 2021 in order to retain existing staff and attract new drivers, smaller fleet operators are still not back to full fleet capacity after the Covid-19 pandemic shutdown, and their inability to compete for drivers by offering higher wages appears to be hindering their efforts to recruit new staff.

Government announcements to help address issues across our sector, including increasing driver testing throughput, funding Skills Bootcamps to train HGV drivers and a commitment to improved overnight parking provision, have been at pace. There needs to be continued focus from government to ensure they are delivered, so business and industry can take full advantage and continue to raise awareness of logistics and the opportunities it offers.

LOGISTICS EMPLOYERS STARTING TO SEE

GREEN SHOOTS OF RECOVERY 6 DECEMBER 2021

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

11

COVID-19 RECOVERY NEWS 7 DECEMBER 2021

UK BUSINESSES NEED TO ADOPT A

MORE RESILIENT APPROACH TO THE WORKPLACE

& LEARN FROM COVID LOCKDOWN MISTAKES

B

ritish tech innovators PixelMax have warned that British

workforces to reduce time in the office and work from home where

business, industry and commerce needs to adopt a more

possible in the run-up to Christmas, to help stem the flow and

resilient approach to the workplace ideology and culture in

transmission of the new Omicron variant.

order to future-proof business operations and help prevent a further return of the crippling effects of the pandemic lockdowns of 2020.

Business, commerce and industry needs to be preparing now and planning ahead to ensure there is not a repeat of the mistakes from previous

The warning comes as the UK Government announced plans for the

lockdowns. Zoom fatigue, disconnected teams, no backup plans for

return of mandatory face mask wearing in public places following the

employee wellbeing and a lack of engagement, all impacted on mental

increase in infection rates and the discovery of the new Omicron variant.

health and productivity. It demonstrated a huge vulnerability in many

Health Minister Sajid Javid was also questioned about the possibility

businesses, that were clearly not equipped or resilient in their planning.

of further restrictive measures being announced before Christmas, including a potential advisory for the public to work from home where

Companies really focussed on the office environment to make it

possible. The general consensus is that Covid-19 will remain with us

somewhere people enjoyed working and were productive and engaged.

indefinitely for some time to come and we will have to tackle the virus

Tech companies had some amazing environments- ball pools, slides, table

and its variants each year, much like we do the winter flu, with people

tennis, etc. But this only worked pre pandemic. Now more than 80%

getting vaccinated and having boosters.

want to work in a hybrid way. So how do we manage wellness in a post pandemic world? People are suffering from Zoom and Teams fatigue. We

The discovery of evolving strains such as Omicron, despite vaccination

need to rethink the technology we use and the solutions we use. How do

programmes and boosters, has demonstrated how vulnerable the

we improve our working lives with the tech we have out there? I have three

UK and Europe is to a constant threat of new strains of the virus,

sons who would live in Fortnite if they could, why can’t we have that in the

infection and transmission. PixelMax believes that UK businesses need

business world? A platform where people want to exist and engage ?

to factor this into their resilience planning and future proofing in order

Sarah Clarke MBPsS,

to maintain business operations, functionality and ensure consistency

Organisational Psychologist, the Occupational Mind Group

and productivity across their workplaces and workforces.

PixelMax, the award-winning 3D tech innovation company, recently In order for the UK to maintain as 'near-normal' Christmas as possible,

outlined its vision for the future of the workplace in a thought leadership

there is the very real possibility that businesses could be advised by

blueprint. PixelMax believes that in order for British businesses to

the UK Government in the coming days and weeks to instruct their

thrive and embrace such major events and pandemics – and the digital

12

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

revolution - they need to future-proof their workplace environments.

At the core of its thinking is how businesses and economies are future

They need to create a workplace that is a hybrid, embracing all of the

proofed to deal with changing dynamics of workforces, consumer demand

positive elements of going into the physical workplace, along with the

and global events, such as future pandemics. It goes further to outline

ability to be part of – and engaged within – the virtual workplace.

the importance of how this will impact employee well-being, mental health and work-life balance – all of which play crucial roles in shaping

The world has rapidly changed in the last 12 months. We have had

the virtual workplace we work in, as well as how we hire and retain

to deal with the pandemic and multiple lockdowns, as well as issues

the best employee talent. PixelMax defines the virtual workplace as 'a

like Brexit and a new way of working with remote video calls. This has

virtual space that enables employees and wider communities to effectively

dramatically impacted on the workplace and employee culture in terms

communicate, collaborate and co-create regardless of location.'

of engagement, productivity, well-being and work-life balance. In order for companies to embrace a new hybrid work culture and technology,

The virtual workplace will also have an impact on global warming and

this experience needs to be immersive within a virtual workplace. Right

climate change. Increasingly, companies and employees are being asked

now, we have a huge skills and talent shortage; talent acquisition and

to consider their own carbon footprint reduction. Reducing commuting

retention very much dominate corporate culture. Nobody wants to

and business travel generally would lead to a decrease in air pollution for

return to a monotonous culture of working remotely on Zoom or

the environment and credits towards carbon reduction programmes.

Teams all day. The experience needs to be enriching and engaging, which

The average employee can save around £1,234 per annum on fuel costs

in turn boosts productivity, engagement and output. It also has to have

and around £500 per annum on parking and congestion charges, as

a positive impact on employee well-being and mental health.

well as air pollution taxes. The virtual workplace means the average

Rob Hilton, CEO, PixelMax

person will also save on average around two hours per day commuting, leading to increased productivity. PixelMax is not advocating such a

The shift changes in the workplace environment also showed how

radical change that the ‘in-person’ real-world of the office or workplace

vulnerable businesses and global economies were to a pandemic.

will cease to exist; quite the contrary, as we all need human physical

Lockdowns had huge impacts on companies, management of employees,

interaction. In the gaming world, this has been achieved. It is the

productivity and output. Supply chains, logistics and fulfilment were

immersing and embracing of technology and the real world to create

all impacted. 2020 showed our vulnerability to a physical virus and

the perfect hybrid enterprise metaverse for the office or workplace of

the impact of a post-Brexit economy. What this did do, however, was

the future that creates the perfect balance.

open our eyes to the benefits of remote working and greater work-life balance. It meant not spending two hours commuting every day, saving hundreds of pounds in car parking, fuel and travel costs, all of which contribute on a daily basis to global warming and climate change. At the same time, air quality in the majority of cities drastically improved during the lockdown period and air pollution was at record-low levels in 2020.

Earlier this month, PixelMax unveiled the future of the virtual workplace metaverse in a ground-breaking thought leadership blueprint that looked at how the workplace and office of the future will evolve. Entitled The Virtual Workplace – Enter The Metaverse, https://pixelmax.com/ virtual-workplace/metaverse-thought-leadership the thought leadership document outlines its vision for the virtual workplace, including how the office and work culture of the future will adapt to change.

PLEASE GET IN TOUCH & SEND US YOUR NEWS editor@forwardermagazine.com FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

13

AIR FREIGHT

A system of transporting goods by aircraft.

Related topics AOG (aircraft on ground) OBC (on-board couriers) Air charter

Sponsored by

14 14 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

12 NOVEMBER 2021

ANTONOV TO PROVIDE A FURTHER 5 YEARS OF

STRATEGIC AIRLIFT FOR NATO & THE EU

A

NTONOV Company, via its agent Antonov Logistics SALIS

The contract was awarded following successful negotiations between

GmbH (ALS), has been awarded a five-year contract with

ANTONOV Company, ALS, and NSPA, and this is the first time it has

the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)’s Support

been signed for a five-year period.

and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to continue working on its Strategic Airlift International Solution (SALIS) programme.

Since 2006, contract extensions for ANTONOV’s SALIS work have been made for two or three year periods.

Ukraine and NATO have been cooperating under the SALIS programme since January 2006, during which time ANTONOV has provided

NSPA organised a meeting in September in Prague, Czech Republic,

strategic airlift for NATO and the European Union (EU).

to review ANTONOV’s and ALS' performance under the SALIS programme for the last three years, as well as to discuss the new five-

Under the programme, ANTONOV ensures two AN-124-100s are

year contract.

available around the clock for SALIS, with additional AN-124-100 planes available on request.

ANTONOV’s SALIS programme team were represented at the meeting by Sergiy Bychkov, Director General of ANTONOV

ANTONOV’S AN-22 Antei, the world’s largest turboprop-powered

Company, Mykhaylo Kharchenko, Acting Deputy Director General

aircraft, as well as the AN-225 Mriya, the world’s largest plane, which

of ANTONOV Company, and Oleksandr Gritsenko and Andrii

have been used for the SALIS programme in the past, will also remain

Chernyavskiy, Managing Directors of ALS.

available for future operations.

Mr Bychkov gave a presentation at the meeting explaining ANTONOV’s An ANTONOV representative said this new long-term contract;

outlook on transport and cargo aircraft efficiency during which he

confirms that NATO appreciates the high level of services provided

emphasised the fact that ANTONOV’s fleet of aircraft would be fit to

by our company and trusts its Ukrainian partner.

fly for the SALIS programme for the next five years and that the service life of the AN-124-100 aircraft would extend beyond this.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

15

AIR FREIGHT NEWS 11 NOVEMBER 2021

KERRY LOGISTICS & MY JET XPRESS JOIN FORCES TO OFFER

CUSTOMISED AIR FREIGHT OPTIONS WITHIN ASIA

K

erry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics Network’ or ‘KLN’; Stock Code 0636.HK) joins forces with Malaysian cargo airline My Jet Xpress Airlines (‘My Jet Xpress’) to offer

customised air freight options within Asia by operating a new solution with Macau International Airport as the transit hub.

The air freight solution was first introduced in March 2021 by the two companies to support one of KLN’s e-commerce customers who was

The pandemic, while challenging, also gave us an impetus to

struggling at the height of the pandemic to obtain freight capacity from

demonstrate to our customers that we are an agile, flexible, and resilient

Macau into East Malaysia and Indonesia. A transit hub was subsequently

organisation. We designed and launched solutions that enabled us to

established in Macau for three reasons: its proximity to the customer’s

fill the gap between what limited capacity carriers can provide vis-a-vis

distribution centre, its capability to allow carriage of products with

the demand from customers. The initiative between My Jet Xpress and

batteries, and the efficiency of its customs clearance process. From five

KLN is a perfect example of two partners designing a unique solution

flights a month, this efficient, reliable, and cost-effective customised

to support the customers, and it proved effective. We would like to

solution now provides seven to eight flights per week and is going to

thank My Jet Xpress for partnering with us. I am also proud of our team

celebrate its 200th flight soon.

in the commitment they displayed throughout these challenging times to think outside the box and deliver innovative solutions. At KLN, our

My Jet Xpress successfully achieved 98% of on-time performance

focus is on creating value for our customers.

since we catered to the demand for both these markets. The investment

Mr Mathieu Biron, Managing Director Global Freight Forwarding,

into the new aircraft, two Boeing 737-800F, is about RM40 million to

Kerry Logistics Network

complement our existing three Boeing 737-300F and one Boeing 737400F planes. With the strong e-commerce market growing rapidly, we

Following the success of the Macau solution, My Jet Xpress and KLN are

acknowledge the consumer demand for greater transparency, speed,

expanding their partnership by introducing more solutions to support

and reliability. We are doing our best to fulfil these demands and be

the market with scheduled services from Kuala Lumpur and Shenzhen

relevant to the e-commerce growth. It is also consistent with My Jet

to destinations within Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent. By

Xpress’s motto, ‘The Way to Go’. We hope to see My Jet Xpress

offering scheduled flights and dedicated charters, as well as value-added

emerge as one of the main players in the air cargo industry, expanding

services including cross-border trucking, warehouse storage, and last-

not only in Southeast Asia but also throughout Asia with a larger fleet

mile delivery, the new services will be able to support the rapid surge

comprising narrow and wide body aircraft.

of the e-commerce market, the spike in freight demand, and capacity

Mr Mohamed Yunos Bin Mohamed Ishak, Chairman, My Jet Xpress

challenges going into the peak season.

16

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

A

irBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has renewed its cargo handling

With volumes continuously increasing, FCS’ proven capability of

contract at Frankfurt/Main Airport with Frankfurt Cargo

handling temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products was one

Services (FCS), a subsidiary of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS).

of the decisive factors in AirBridgeCargo’s decision to extend its longstanding partnership. With GDP (Good Distribution Practice) and

FCS, the largest independent cargo hander at the airport, has served

IATA CEIV Pharma certifications, FCS’ Frankfurt cargo operation is

AirBridgeCargo since 2008, and the new contract extension reflects the

fully compliant with the cargo handling requirements of both airlines

successful and growing partnership between the two companies. ABC

and pharmaceutical companies.

currently operates up to 15 Boeing 747 freighter flights a week from Frankfurt to its hubs at Moscow’s Domodedovo and Sheremetyevo

In our 13 years of partnership so far, AirBridgeCargo and FCS have

airports, seamlessly connecting customers to more than 30 prime cargo

both significantly expanded our cargo operations in Frankfurt, and we

destinations in Europe, Asia and North America from Russia’s capital.

have worked closely together to overcome major challenges, including, of course, the coronavirus crisis and its impact on global supply chains.

Frankfurt is one of the most important airports in AirBridgeCargo’s

We wish to thank AirBridgeCargo for the airline’s continued loyalty to

intercontinental route network. Thanks to our reliable and close

FCS and we look forward to a new phase of growth in our relationship.

cooperation with Frankfurt Cargo Services, we offer our customers

Claus Wagner, Managing Director, Frankfurt Cargo Services

quick and easy access to key cargo markets globally, including for our specialist products. Solutions such as FCS' mobile SuperBox refrigeration unit, for example, support our growing pharmaceutical volumes and means we can respond optimally to our customers’ requirements as well as trends in the market.

Diana Schöneich, Senior Director European Region, AirBridgeCargo As a customer of FCS in Cargo City South at Frankfurt Airport, ABC benefits from a direct connection between the airside apron and the landside cargo handling operation, shortening cargo processing times. The knowledge and expertise of FCS’ handling team in Frankfurt also supports ABC’s service requirements for special consignments such as dangerous goods, heavy and outsize loads, and temperature-sensitive cargoes.

3 DECEMBER 2021

AIRBRIDGECARGO AIRLINES

EXTENDS HANDLING PARTNERSHIP

WITH FRANKFURT CARGO SERVICES FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

17

AIR FREIGHT NEWS 1 DECEMBER 2021

CONGESTION ON THE GROUND

MUTED AIR CARGO GROWTH IN NOVEMBER

C

ongestion on the ground muted air cargo’s growth in November, with volumes falling by -1.2% versus October, reversing the trend traditionally seen in the peak build-up to

Christmas, according to the latest global air cargo market intelligence from industry analysts, CLIVE Data Services.

CLIVE’s analyses of the air cargo market for the full four weeks of November 2021 measures the industry’s performance to the pre-covid 2019 level, as well as providing 2020 year-over-year comparisons, to produce a meaningful assessment of the current operating performance.

Last month’s fall in volumes compared to October 2021 came despite a +0.5% rise in capacity, while overall air cargo rates climbed +8% in November month-on-month.

Typically, we would expect November volumes to be higher than October volumes, but that’s not reflected in this latest volume and load

Compared to November 2019, last month recorded a 3% decline in

factor data. We started to see the growth slowing down at the end of

demand, but overall air cargo rates remained buoyant at +159%. Capacity

October. The global load factor for November was 2% pts lower than

versus two years ago was -12%, lifting CLIVE’s ‘dynamic load factor’ –

in October, which is quite remarkable. This unexpected month-over-

based on both the volume and weight perspectives of cargo flown and

month shift is not due to a lack of demand, it is almost certainly because

capacity available to produce a true indicator of airline performance – up

cargo cannot be pushed efficiently through the system. This is also what

2% pts to 66%.

we’ve seen reported in the oceanfreight market at US west coast ports.

Labour shortages are a factor in all sectors, but this is especially having

Europe to North America market data for the last week of October

an impact on such a labour-intensive industry as airfreight, especially on

versus the third week of November, prior to the Thanksgiving holiday in

the ground. Airport congestion seems to be the price the industry has

the US, showed capacity down 7.3% and load factor up 4% pts to 86%.

to pay for the lack of investment in, and appreciation of, cargo handling.

Airfreight rates for this market consequently saw a 10% increase. Any

The current inefficiencies on the ground must have opportunity costs

hope that the opening up of transatlantic services would offer some

for airlines, forwarders and shippers alike, because cargo will be missing

relief to the cargo market was quickly eradicated by increased volumes

flights. Two months ago, we described the air cargo market as ‘fragile’

of passenger baggage.

heading into the traditional peak season, and this fragility is being visualised on social media through airport movies showing countless pallets and containers waiting on the tarmac.

Niall van de Wouw, Managing Director, CLIVE

18

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

R

OM Cargo has appointed Air One Aviation as its exclusive

We are delighted to welcome another Boeing 747 freighter operator

Global Sales & Services partner. This follows the awarding of

into our fleet portfolio. With the support we are generating from our

the airline’s Air Operators’ Certificate by Romania’s civil aviation

freight forwarding, logistics and charter broker customers for 747 all-

authority to begin international Boeing 747-400 freighter services.

cargo capacity, we are confident of quickly establishing ROM Cargo in the international market and developing a platform for the next stage

Combined with its existing airline client base, the new contract means

of the airline’s expansion.

Air One Aviation is now marketing its biggest-ever fleet of Boeing 747-

Paul Bennett, Founder & CEO, Air One Aviation Limited

400SF freighters globally as well as a Boeing 737-400SF for regional cargo services. In the past 18 months, Air One Aviation has generated

Given its track record of generating growth for other 747 freighter

over 270 million kilos of airfreight for more than 2,400 full freighter

operators, and its large, established customer base for full charter

flights to more than 50 countries, achieving its most successful year yet.

flights, we see Air One Aviation as a natural partner for our aircraft.

It has a highly experienced commercial team, and we look forward to

Air One Aviation expects ROM Cargo’s 747F fleet – which will be available

leveraging their knowledge and expertise in the freighter market.

for full charter services and capable of carrying a payload of up to 112

Nicu Berla, Deputy Accountable Manager of the airline, which trades

tonnes – to meet immediate demand for Asia-Europe cargo capacity.

as ROMMCARGO

AIR ONE AVIATION EXTENDS 747 FREIGHTER FOCUS 1 DECEMBER 2021

AS ROM CARGO SIGNS EXCLUSIVE GLOBAL SALES AGREEMENT FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

19

SEA FREIGHT

A system of transporting goods by ship.

Related topics Shipping lines Biofuels Ships' parts

Sponsored by

20 20 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

CONGESTION IS NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS 15 NOVEMBER 2021

SAYS THE GLOBAL SHIPPERS FORUM

S

hippers across the globe might have to battle the effects of

The most vulnerable businesses are the importers and distributors

supply chain congestion and record high ocean freight ratees

fighting to meet delivery deadlines, set by their retailer customers.

for some time to come. The question remains – when will

They simply cannot predict when the goods they have paid so much to

they get relief?

have transported actually will be available. Not only have they blown their logistics budgets this year, but they are facing stiff penalty charges

The wave of congestion that is sweeping through global supply chains

for late delivery, and possible loss of future contracts. These are the

delaying deliveries of seasonal goods and essential commodities,

businesses that are the victims of the maritime industry’s collective

stranding many shippers between meeting impossible delivery deadlines

struggle to manage the ‘Great Shipping Crisis of 2021.’

while paying record shipping rates is not set to subside anytime soon But with most deliveries expected to land in the next few weeks, and This is proving to be the ‘Peak Season like no other’, just as we predicted,

says the Global Shippers Forum, the voice of cargo owners

Thanksgiving and Christmas probably safe for this year, big questions remain – will this congestion continue well into next year. Will tight

in international trade.

market conditions persist through 2022?

Speaking at a High-Level Maritime Dialogue, hosted by FIATA last

Or will consumer demand slacken and will capacity and resilience

week, James Hookham, GSF’s Director, highlighted the challenges

improve service levels prices become more predictable? To continue the

that importers and exporters face in getting their goods on shelves

surfing analogy, was 2021 a freak wave or a permanent rise in sea level?

and in warehouses for the winter holiday season. They are struggling

Just about every shipping line is predicting the latter. And why wouldn’t

with historically poor levels of service from shipping lines, ports and

they when they are collectively expecting to turn profits exceeding

terminals, and inland logistics providers, yet paying the highest shipping

$150 billion this year? But there is good reason to query the hype of

rates and surcharges seen for decades.

continued congestion. The expectations for consumer inflation levels in most developed countries are hardening and most central banks are

Global shippers are riding a tidal wave of congestion this Peak Season

expected to increase interest rates next year. That won’t affect retail

that started in exporting countries and is now arriving on the shores

prices immediately, but it could trigger a rapid change in consumer

of importers and sweeping inland. First, we had lockdowns in Chinese

sentiment that means the ‘click-fest’ of on-line shopping that has

ports, then an inexplicable shortage of empty containers, then the ships

reportedly fuelled the surge in shipping demand for the past 18 months

suddenly all maxed out and slots were like gold dust (and costing as

could be extinguished as quickly as it ignited. Sure, maritime congestion

much). Now our goods are queuing to get into ports, waiting for a crane

will take some time to unwind, but if the ‘Great Shipping Crisis of 2021’

to unload the box and then for a driver to move it inland to where we

proves to be just that, then the speed at which shipping rates shadow

need it. It’s been a tough ride and it’s not yet over, but most of us are

the drop in demand will be a critical indicator of the responsiveness and

still standing, although, sadly, there will be ‘wipe-outs'.

competitiveness of this market.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

21

SEA FREIGHT NEWS 1 DECEMBER 2021

PHOENIX SHIPPING WITH

RORO SHIPMENT FROM BAHRAIN TO QATAR

M

embers in Bahrain, Phoenix Shipping are pleased to share a recent export RORO shipment to Hamad Port in Qatar with logistics support provided.

The shipment consisted of 15 units, each weighing around 18tn with dimensions of 11.49 x 2.50 x 3.05m.

Their scope of work included the customs documentation and the transport of the units from the supplier's yard to the port for loading onto the vessel.

8 DECEMBER 2021

C.H. ROBINSON CHARTER VESSEL FOR

��� ISO TANKS

C

.H. Robinson recently chartered a vessel to ship 105 empty

To save even more time, the discharging was completed using shore

20' ISO tanks. The full charter from Jebel Ali in the UAE

cranes which expedited the process. The tanks were then marshalled

to Lianyungang in China originally had a transit time of 25

at a storage area where they were loaded onto flatbed trailers with two

days from port-to-port but this was lengthened due to congestion at

units on each. C.H. Robinson utilised 53 trucks to perform the deliveries

Lianyungang Port. To mitigate these delays, the C.H. Robinson team

– a process which took around six days to complete.

quickly reached out to the Port Authority and found an alternate berth for the vessel to discharge on time.

In total, C.H. Robinson's team of experts helped safely deliver 3,960cbm of cargo, which weighed over 853mtn, to the site within their client's timeframe.

22

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

We’ve just launched our new website! ...where you can Learn about our services Request a quote Read our T&Cs

Please visit us at

atanak.com Built by

SEA TRAVEL DIFFERENTLY 29 JUNE 2021

Freight Rate Request ffd@atanak.com +44(0)203 7610244 Atanak Forwarding Ltd., IKRA Park Mulberry Way, Belvedere, Kent DA17 6AN

EU Customs Clearance Inquiries european@atanak.com +44 (0)1303 768 574 Suite 15 – 16 Motis Business Centre Cheriton High St. Folkestone, CT19 4QJ

NON-EU Customs Clearance Inquiries dover@atanak.com +44 (0)1304 201 007 Room 109-111 Lord Warden House, Dover, Kent, CT17 9EQ

Turkish Road Freight sales@dailygroupage.com +44 (0)208 311 9111

...IRISH FERRIES’ FIRST UK TO FRANCE SERVICE SETS SAIL FROM DOVER FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

23

SEA FREIGHT NEWS

HUGE FLEET EXPANSION 6 DECEMBER 2021

ANNOUNCED BY RO-RO EXPERTS CCC

O

ne of the UK’s largest Roll-on Roll-off (Ro-Ro) experts,

According to the Department for Transport, all major UK ports saw

Continental Cargo Carriers (CCC), has announced an

a decline in the number of Ro-Ro vehicles being handled at UK ports

investment worth €4.2m to expand its fleet by 42 per cent.

in 2020, down 31 per cent on 2019 levels, to 12.3m units. This was the lowest level since records began.

An impressive 156 brand new trailers will be added to the firm’s vehicle portfolio in the coming months. This represents the biggest

However, the situation has now improved significantly. More recent

single investment since the company was acquired in 2018 by Europa

National Statistics data from mid-2021 indicates Ro-Ro increases can

Worldwide Group.

be interpreted as a return to the more normal levels seen prior to the pandemic.

CCC currently operates 270 trailers from its warehouse bases in Dartford and Belgium. Due to immense demand for the transportation

The entire UK logistics industry worked incredibly hard to claw back

of goods between the UK and Europe following the relaxation of

the huge reduction in volumes seen at the peak of the crisis. However,

Covid-19 restrictions, more vehicles are required to fulfil historic order

the industry continues to face a different challenge, namely the growing

numbers.

skills shortage across the entire sector.

The extraordinarily successful business had always planned to make

Increasing the number of staff and training were the highest Human

further investments under its ambitious growth strategy, but recently

Resources (HR) priorities for UK logistics firms this year, something

took the decision to expedite this in response to market needs.

which is also a major focus at CCC.

There has been a remarkable increase in our daily full and part load

As well as investing in its stock to expand its logistics capabilities,

consignment traffic volumes over the past year. As lockdowns eased and

CCC is also bolstering its 32 strong workforce. The company is set to

the UK economy bounced back, CCC has never been busier. We’re now

embark on the first phase of its human capital development plan, with

delivering more than an average 22,000 loads. This increased demand

the recruitment of four individuals.

has come from customers of all sizes, across all sectors, and in all countries that we serve. It was always a corporate objective to expand

These new starters will sit within the business development, managerial

our operations within the next year, but we have brought the timeframe

and operational divisions.

forward because our revised economic forecasts were so positive.

Carlo Turner, General Manager, CCC

They will be responsible for helping the team generate innovative ideas and initiatives that lead to greater efficiencies whilst also building up new

This news reflects the fact the wider Ro-Ro market has rebounded from the shock of the global pandemic, a trend that is set to continue, according to leading analytical experts.

24

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

and exciting strategic partnerships.

Carlo continued:

Increasing the scope of talent within CCC is a

The deployment of improved ICT capabilities across the business has

further priority for the business. As we move our expansion strategy up

also delivered greater visibility in performance. This means CCC is

a gear, it is crucial that we have the right team in place so we can harness

better equipped to meet its target to ensure consignments arrive at any

the skills within our dedicated team and push towards our growth

UK or European location within 24 hours of dispatch.

objectives. We have always prided ourselves on our long history of delivering high-quality, streamlined logistics services to our customers,

In response to Brexit, CCC also created Continental Flow, a Delivery

but with a personal touch. The time is right to enhance our existing

Duty Paid (DDP) product to keep imports and exports running

workforce as CCC continues to go from strength to strength. It is vital

smoothly. Uptake of this innovative but simple, two-step solution, has

that we plan for the future to stay ahead of the curve.

been immense, because it dealt with the EU Value Added Tax (VAT) and duty requirements on a customer’s behalf.

As well as investing in its vehicles and staff, CCC has also - in recent years - allocated significant resources to bolster its bespoke Information

Carlo added:

It has been a tough few months but we have weathered

and Communications Technology (ICT) system, Leonardo.

the combined Covid and Brexit storm. We are delighted to now be focusing our attention on these exciting investment plans, whilst

This has optimised the flow of information within the business,

consolidating our position in the UK and European markets as one of

ensuring CCC continues to offer a competitive advantage and enhanced

the safest and most trusted logistics partners.

experience to its customers. They can now collaborate to make better judgements in the planning of routes and tracking of shipments, ensuring

Established in 1973, CCC works with Small to Medium-sized Enterprises

their goods are transferred faster between locations.

(SMEs) and large multi-national clients. Although acquired by Europa Worldwide Group in 2018, which has its headquarters in Dartford, Kent, it operates as an entirely separate division of the business.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

25

SEA FREIGHT

FIRE IN THE DRAGON’S BELLY ...CORY BROTHERS HAVE MUCH TO CELEBRATE IN 2022 Richard Cory may have started Cory Brothers at Cardiff Docks in 1842 just five years after Victoria came to the throne, but 180 years later there is nothing old-fashioned about the leading logistics and maritime service provider

A

ccording to Peter Wilson, group managing director of Cory Brothers, one of the many things to be proud of working with the company is that it retains a red Welsh dragon as a

motif. It is an instantly recognisable symbol of the company’s identity and founding that has seen it do business across the supply chain, throughout the shipping world and for close on two centuries.

Coming to the end of one of the most difficult and worrying years in the peacetime supply chain, Wilson is confident that Cory Brothers will play

Wilson says:

their part in ensuring the Christmas period will be as close to normal

mark the anniversary. The key is to engage all staff in these events. We

We have been making plans for a series of events to

as he and his staff can make it for consumer and business customers.

are planting 180 trees in England, Scotland and Wales. We’re hoping to plant a special one in Cardiff castle at a statue of one of the Cory

The supply chain is not frail. This industry has worked damn hard

family members.

to ensure products get through. Consumers must just be sensible and everyone will be happy.

Other highlights in the celebrations are set to include organised office parties and beach clean ups for staff working near the coast. The parties

The 180th anniversary will be marked, Covid restrictions allowing, by

will be helped along by ‘party packs’ that will be sent to every single

a programme of events over 2022. The highlight is the planting of 180

office throughout the network. This builds on Wilson’s commitment

trees in the UK, including a special one in Cardiff.

that Cory Brothers is as much a family as it is a commercial concern.

26

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

ADVERTORIAL

Four divisions

This attitude has paid off over the global pandemic for Wilson.

Cory Brothers operates with a truly global presence through its own

He is pleased that 'ninety-five per cent of staff who worked from home

offices and long-standing partner agencies, always ensuring the highest

(WFH) stepped up with greater productivity.'

standard of service and the local knowledge that you demand. It has a presence in over 60 countries around the globe.

He makes no secret that WFH came along just as the first major impacts of Brexit were being felt in the supply chain.

There has

Over the years, the company has evolved into four divisions: Logistics,

never been such a significant change in trading patterns in my lifetime

Hub, Ships Agency and Liner divisions. Since taking the helm in 2018,

and probably never again.

Wilson has seen that the divisions have come together into two informal relationships to work together better for the company’s good.

Driven to distraction The headline shortage of HGV drivers in the UK and in many worldwide

The hub and ships agency division work together while liner and

markets has hit Cory Brothers like it has many other forwarders, and it

logistics divisions do the same. It’s a perfect ‘yin yang’ in that each

looks to continue well throughout 2022. Cory Brothers uses third-party

division complements the other in the grouping.

transport contractors, though it has a few HGV drivers on its books.

It is fair to say that, unlike many in the freight industry and the media,

It is not so much the business structure that pleases Wilson but what

Wilson was not caught by surprise when the crunch came in 2021.

the 180 plus staff members bring to the company and its clients.

He says:

I am determined that all staff feel engaged with the company,

and that no-one feels they are the poor relations.

Like anybody who requires lorry drivers, we have suffered from the shortage. However, since I became managing director we have worked to establish strong relationships with key suppliers. These relationships have paid dividends. We plan ahead to keep us going.

In the wider context of a shortage of HGV lorry drivers, Wilson describes as a 'perfect storm' a number of structural changes that the pandemic has accelerated. He observes:

We need a sustained,

sensible plan to make truck driving a job or role that people want to come into. Driving was once a very attractive job with wages that were very good but younger people are not being attracted into it.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

27

SEA FREIGHT He has a novel solution to the shortage that will appeal to many both

He points to the available opportunities for the next generation to join

within and outside the industry. He says:

Cory Brothers in any of its divisions, citing kickstarter, apprenticeships

If all those lorry drivers who

have left the sector could return, then the shortage would be resolved.

and the graduate scheme that is due to be introduced.

He underlines the importance of the role, not just to Cory Brothers

Wilson Peter has just won the Archant Business awards 'Person of the

but to the wider community:

year' 2021 for Suffolk and the business was a finalist in the employer of

I consider that drivers and seafarers

were so important in the pandemic as they were vital to keeping the

the year category (last four in the entire region).

economy functioning.

Distressed sea freight Cory Brothers, like all other UK forwarders, has faced not only the challenges of Brexit and the pandemic in 2021 but a squeeze on airfreight capacity as the world’s airlines were grounded. This meant a subtle change in what Cory Brothers shipped by air. Not just normal, commodity cargo but what Wilson described as 'distressed sea freight.'

Faced with box rates rising in three-digit percentages and severe congestion on the quayside in many of the world’s ports which meant ships could not often land or pick up containers, shippers turned to airfreight to move consignments.

One of the interesting developments Wilson has noted is the ability the supply chain has demonstrated in adapting to the pandemic pressures.

He says:

Look at how the airlines, when faced with a major drop in

passenger numbers, turned to carrying cargo in the passenger cabins.

This is one example of how the supply chain stepped up to the plate.

This is just one of the many reasons the future looks bright and exciting

Ever Given crashes

as Cory Brothers head into a new venture with its partners at Vertom.

The freak grounding of the Ever Given in the Suez Canal in March 2021

The business will have greater reach and more services. It’s an excellent

gave both Wilson and the wider world a great shock to the system.

time to join Cory’s growing team.

He says:

It worked to demonstrate the fragility of the global supply

chain. It showed the general public how their goods travel, including those brought by just-in-time.

Wilson is a true ambassador for freight. A 23-year Cory Brothers veteran, he is as keen on the industry and the company as the day he started. He says:

In nineteen years I have gone from trainee to

managing director. This is something I tell trainees now – it’s a challenge but you can do it. Though perhaps not quicker than me!

28

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

YOU CAN FIND CORY BROTHERS AT...

corybrothers.com &

Customs Services CONTACT Imports from the EU & Worldwide

E european.clearances@corybrothers.com T 07740 449996

Exports to the EU & Worldwide OK

Customs clearances & administration Supply chain health check Full frontier declarations T1 & T2 transit documents

PROUD MEMBERS OF:

CUSTOMS SERVICE BENEFITS 7 days a week all year round Account ownership single point of contact Expert advice for all routes

#neverstandingstill

WHO WE ARE Established in 1842, Cory Brothers (Logistics) specialises in customs clearance & administration service for ALL import and export freight. With 14 offices throughout the UK, our dedicated team of customs experts will keep your supply chain safe, compliant & looked after.

Providing single point of contact for real account ownership and beyond the 9-5 service that doesn’t suit your business.

We will keep you informed of the latest customs requirements so you can plan ahead with confidence.

Regular updates on new requirements Dedicated team 180 years trading - safe & stable Digital & manual

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

29

corybrothers.com

SEA FREIGHT EXPERTS

T

that keeps the global economy moving. Ocean freight accounts

Increasing climate temperatures result in ship rerouting

for as much as 80% of the world’s total trade volume. The

The maritime shipping industry, in particular, will be among the most

world is also at the cusp of the harmful effects of climate change,

affected sectors by our lack of climate neutrality. The most apparent

affecting how we do business.

impact is the global temperature changes, but why?

Man-made climate change induces a shift in water conditions, weather

As more greenhouse gases get trapped in the atmosphere, more heat

effects, and much more. Here’s how climate change impacts shipping

from the sun gets trapped within the Earth. Most oceans absorb radiant

industries and why we need to start acting on it as soon as possible.

heat, which increases ocean temperatures. Temperature changes result

he shipping industry is one of the biggest sectors in the world

in shifts in currents, altering climate patterns worldwide.

How climate change affects the world To understand the impacts of climate change, we need to understand

Warmer waters result in stronger storms, more instances of low-

first how it affects offshore weather conditions and everything crucial

pressure areas, and a buildup of strong, gale-force winds. For the

to the industry. As there is consensus that we as humans caused much

shipping industry, storms are detrimental to how it does its function.

of these, it also depends on our initiative to improve it.

Even with mega-freight containers the size of small towns, storms can still hamper shipping routes.

Climate change will affect every sector of the human economy and every aspect of our needs. It comes from several human industrial activities

Unpassable shipping routes can be problematic, as storms can result in

that led to greenhouse gases being deposited into the atmosphere.

detours or even longer routes. Ships should not sail during a hurricane

From factory farming to pollution and even transportation, decades of

as it puts both the crew and the cargo in danger. Even a day of delay

extreme neglect led us to this point.

in shipping activities results in an extreme domino effect that can slow down the entire freight process.

Until recently, it’s been a scientific consensus that we can still reverse the effects of climate change. Increases in global temperatures are

Ports will expect damage to infrastructure

changing how waters move about, but we believed we could still reverse

Ports are among the biggest losers as climate change grips the world.

everything around a decade ago. That is impossible now, as we’re clear

For apparent reasons, ports are at sea level and take the full brunt of

that its effects are irreversible now.

the effects of rising seawater levels. As water levels drastically rise, most of these infrastructures will experience significant issues towards their

Earth’s climates are now permanently affected by the damage we dealt

structural integrity.

to it. Does that mean that we should stop caring about the environment because there’s no way to reverse things? The truth is we can still delay

Over the next few years, expect ports to experience being submerged

some of its effects, but we will experience more problems over time.

and destroyed. While the sea-level rise is slow and deliberate, it’s still problematic to experience because ports rely on the stability of ocean currents. With the sea taking up what viable land seaports have, companies can go further inland.

Many ports are unlikely to be very optimistic about the future of their infrastructure. Ports need the land in proximity to the harbor to do different freight activities. Cargo storage and warehousing rely on consistent weather and properly dry land to assist these processes.

30

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

If companies need to resolve the issue of rising sea levels, improvements

Sea level rise can cut down productivity

in building and infrastructural practices should fix these problems. No

As sea levels rise, climate change impacts the overall productivity of

type of material can withstand the rise of sea-water levels without

shipping industries worldwide. Rising seas are a problem on their own.

changing how we deal with the effects of climate change.

Coupled with storm surges and flooding on land and extreme sea cyclones, these become detrimental to the safety and productivity of

Maritime shipping needs to adapt fuels and cost

shipping workers everywhere.

Climate change is also forcing the shipping industry to change how it deals with the resources it uses. In particular, the shipping industry

For starters, a good chunk of the shipping business relies on the round-

would need drastic changes in how it works with fuel. Oil spills have

the-clock movement of freight and materials. Gales and tidal waves put

become damaging to the environment, and climate change worsens.

ship workers in harm’s way. Almost zero activity happens during a storm for shipping industries, hence a drop in productivity.

Shipowners would need to balance the pros and cons of different fuel types. Compliance with IMO 2020 will cut sulfur levels to 0.50% m/m

Freight and infrastructures inundated by storm surges can drastically

from 3.50% m/m, which means ship companies need to start finding

cut down operations of many port facilities. Even after the storms die

ways to reduce their emissions or face penalties.

down, flooding can continually disable port operations for a while.

Laborers would be prevented from working, which creates a more

Finding suitable fuels is a challenge because different vessels have

drastic downtime.

different operating systems. These changes will have different kinds of impacts on machinery which, by extension, will have heavy implications

To round it all up, there will also be additional costs in repairs,

on operations and cost.

restorations, and, in some cases, relocation. Rather than doing work that moves cargo to its routes, management will spend precious time

Different ports and refineries will also likely carry different blends of

for rehabilitation and recovery.

low-sulfur fuel. This can be problematic as some ships can only handle a specific range of fuel blends. These can result in damage to ship engines

Final thoughts

and necessary equipment.

The shipping industry handles more than two-thirds of the world’s trade

IMPACTS OF

value. Climate change is slowly but surely hampering how we operate on our seas. If we don’t do something about it, we can expect the world economy to come down on its knees one storm at a time.

CLIMATE CHANGE ON SHIPPING INDUSTRIES FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

31

Ocean freight visibility at its best

Track all of your containers in real-time Do you realize what strategic and financial benefits you can gain from improved supply chain visibility? Our container visibility solutions – Container Track & Trace and Container Sailing Schedules – connect carrier information with actual vessel positions so you enjoy real-time information on the status of your container cargo.

That way, you can take action before things go wrong in your logistics supply chain, as well as enjoying benefits such as: Greater customer satisfaction

Enhanced operational efficiency

Inventory optimization

Lower detention & demurrage charges

Timely crisis intervention

Profitable carrier contract negotiations

www.ocean-insights.com

32

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Contact us for a free trial and see how you can save time, money and resources! getintouch@ocean-insights.com

Container Track & Trace Full overview of all your containers with quick access to all details Automatic event notifications and alerts so you can take action Immediate response to predicted delays to adjust supply-chain logistics and reduce D&D charges

Container Sailing Schedules Transparency in the sailing schedules of all major shipping lines and alliances World’s most accurate and comprehensive data to enable informed decisions, e.g. most suitable service from A to B or performance comparisons

Improve your visibility with our solutions FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

33

ROAD FREIGHT

A system of transporting goods by road.

Related topics Groupage Couriers Last mile

Sponsored by

34 34 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

10 NOVEMBER 2021

REVEALED:

THE ECO-FRIENDLY TRUCK PARK OF THE FUTURE AMID COP26

W

ith climate change firmly under the spotlight thanks to COP26, SNAP, Europe’s leading smart payment solutions provider for lorry drivers and fleet operators,

has unveiled what a truck park of the future might look like. A vision including eco-friendly technology to help the UK meet national and international environmental goals.

Considering the UK government’s 2040 ban on the production of diesel-

Explaining the purpose behind the creation of Truck Park 2049,

based trucks and the United Nation’s target to secure a global net zero

Emma Westwood, Commercial Manager for SNAP, comments:

by 2050, the haulage industry is having to evolve, and fast.

This is a truly transitional period for the haulage industry. Technology is already accelerating rapidly, which means truck parks of the future

SNAP’s depiction of 'Truck Park 2049' – a year before the climate-

will be very different to what we know today. By visualising what a

neutral target – transports the industry to a pivotal moment in time

truck park in 2049 might comprise, our aim is to help support and guide

when a new era is about to begin. By then, it is anticipated that deliveries

drivers and fleet operators so they can better prepare and plan for this

will be in demand more than ever, but trucks will be smarter, more

new landscape. In the years ahead, we expect to see advances in future

efficient, and running on renewable energy.

fuels, alternative propulsion and multi-functional spaces, which will benefit the industry and the climate. We also anticipate the acceleration

According to the heads of the two biggest truck makers, Volvo and

of automatisation and digitisation, providing an opportunity to reduce

Daimler, hydrogen-powered trucks capable of driving long distances will

the time and resources spent on operational tasks. This will allow for

reach a tipping point towards the end of the decade; an essential step

the optimisation of workflows and greater efficiency to help reduce the

as both groups set 2040 as a target for 100% zero emissions. Electric

impact on the environment, while also helping to address some of the

batteries will advance by 2049 to allow trucks to travel further distances

other challenges we face, notably the driver shortage.

without recharging. 350kW charging technology will enable HGVs to travel up to 100 miles from a five-minute charge - and payment will be

SNAP Account's smart payment system for truck parks is just one

via contactless solutions.

example of technology that is allowing fleets at nearly 300 HGV locations across Europe to digitally manage their businesses more efficiently,

Despite all of this, drivers will still have a crucial role, but will need

safely and effectively: something expected to become a fundamental

maintenance skills to keep more automated vehicles on the road. The

feature of the new-age truck park.

need for secure parking and fast-charging stations will also be vital, meaning the humble truck park will have a central role to play in enabling

To explore Truck Park 2049, click here: snapacc.com/truckpark2049

the logistics and haulage industry to progress into an exciting future.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

35

ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 22 NOVEMBER 2021

MORE THAN �-IN-� BRITS MISSED A DELIVERY

TO HOME OR WORK WITHIN THE LAST YEAR

Q

uadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a leader in helping businesses

Per a recently published report by Centre for London, the continuing

create meaningful customer connections through digital

growth in demand for deliveries is unsustainable, meaning deliveries

and physical channels, has today announced the findings of

must be made greener and more efficient. With half of people intending

a survey* into shopping behaviour and parcel delivery expectations, as

to do their shopping online this holiday season, as well as the number

consumers prepare for Black Friday and Christmas. The survey of 1,000

of people missing deliveries to their homes continuing to rise, it’s now

UK respondents conducted in October 2021, highlights the need for

more important than ever to get first time deliveries right. For build-to-

reliable incoming parcel management as delivery volumes continue to rise.

rent properties and multi-tenant buildings, the issue of incoming parcel management is particularly apparent, with managers, agents and tenants

Key findings of the research include...

all wanting to reduce the build-up of parcels in communal areas and ensure

• In 2021, more than 2 in 5 (45%) Brits surveyed said they missed

tenants can take delivery of their items with reduced contact. As parcel

a delivery to home or work and required re-delivery attempts

volumes continue rising, the relevant parties will also want a solution

or depot collection. In our 2020 research survey, we found that

that minimises operational costs and improves resident satisfaction.

less than a third (31%) of Brits expected to miss a delivery to

Bren Standell,

home or work that would require re-delivery attempts or a depot

Commercial Director Parcel Lockers Division UK/IRL, Quadient

collection in 2021 Security can be an issue when shoppers aren’t available to take delivery • A quarter (25%) of respondents say they missed more than three

of their parcels directly. In 2020, a fifth (20%) of Brits surveyed said that

deliveries that required re-delivery attempts or depot collection,

in the last 12 months, they had experienced instances of lost or stolen

while a fifth (20%) say they missed between one and three

parcel deliveries – this year, the number has increased to a quarter (25%) of those surveyed stating they have had a parcel lost or stolen.

• This coming year, over a third (34%) of Brits expect to miss a

This shows that this is an ongoing and increasing issue.

delivery to home/work compared to 31% last year, indicating that people are starting to believe they will miss more parcels – this is

The survey also found:

most likely due to people no longer being at home as much as 2020

• Parcel locker use has increased from 38% of respondents ever using them last year, to 44% this year with 1 in 9 (11%) saying they use

• 50% of respondents will do most of their shopping for Black Friday

parcel lockers frequently**

and Christmas online this year compared to 21% who expect to mostly shop in-store. For online shoppers, home delivery

• Over a quarter (28%) of those that use parcel lockers say the most

remains the most popular option (33% compared to 32% in 2020),

likely reason they do so is for convenience, while just over a fifth

highlighting the importance of being able to safely and conveniently

(21%) say it was down to the 24/7 availability. These statistics are

receive deliveries at residential properties

consistent with those from 2020 indicating that convenience is still the main reason people use parcel lockers

*Survey of 1,000 general respondents in the UK between 07.10.2021 - 11.10.2021 conducted by Censuswide. **Statistic combines ‘very frequently’ and ‘frequently’.

36

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Global forwarding & shipping services.

01302 499 100

Complete freight forwarding and storage solutions

HDFORWARDING.co.uk

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

37

ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 17 NOVEMBER 2021

HGV

DRIVING TEST CHANGES

W

ith the current strain on the number of HGV driving

Furthermore, the government are also looking to remove the

tests available, the Government are making plans and

reversing and coupling elements from the official test which

changes to free an additional 50,000 tests a year, which

in turn will make tests shorter, meaning DVSA examiners can

mainly comes from removing stages from driving tests. Firstly, they’re

do more tests during a single day. This part of the test is the

removing the B+E testing stage, which currently means you have a

first skill drivers are asked to demonstrate and involves blind

licence to tow a trailer (or to the like) in a car or van, which will free

reversing around corners, as well as proving that they can

up 30,000 tests. This means that anyone that passes their standard

uncouple and recouple the trailer to the truck. This skill will

driving test will now be able to tow a trailer without having to undergo

still be examined, but it will be done so under the supervision of

additional testing.

the driving schools’ students are learning through. The school’s examiner will have to be approved by the DVSA and will also

Secondly, they’re also removing stage testing from the HGV driver test.

have to be different to the actual person training individuals.

Right now you must pass one test to drive a rigid truck (Category C licence) and then another test to drive articulated lorries (Category C+E

This change to testing has significant pros and cons. A positive to

licence), whereas the government are proposing that students can now

this, is that at the beginning of a driving test you are typically the

take their test in an articulated lorry, removing the requirement for the

most nervous as you’re settling into the test and getting used to

Category C test to be done first. With this stage testing, the average

the examiner. With this skill being the first thing students must

pass rate across these two tests is 54% which means, on average, every

demonstrate in their test, it can be extremely daunting which

driver does roughly 3 tests each to get their full HGV driver’s licence.

often results in some failing disproportionately on nerves over

Removing this stage testing and just having prospective drivers learn in

their actual skill level. Therefore, it could be a good thing that in

both vehicles will again free up even more tests.

future this will be done under different circumstances.

Although the change is partially designed to pass HGV drivers quicker,

A negative to the removal of the reversing element from the

some instructors are warning that it may take longer to get a student to

driving test, is the risk that some less compliant companies,

where they need to be, as the jump from driving a car to a C+E vehicle

although DVSA approved, may be tempted to exploit this new way

is more than that of a Cat C truck. What some training schools are

of working. There is a theoretical risk that some schools could be

planning on doing is starting students in a Cat C vehicle for the first

tempted to boost their own pass rates by being less rigorous in

three lessons (first nine hours) to get the student used to driving a larger

this aspect of their testing. So, it is important to make sure that

vehicle before they finish the rest of their teaching in an articulated

the government do properly monitor third party examiners to

truck. Another consideration is that the majority of driving schools will

ensure this risk, although hypothetical, does not happen.

likely have more rigid (Cat C) lorries than articulated lorries (Cat C+E) as stage testing has been in place for 24 years, therefore some may need to look at upgrading their fleet of vehicles.

38

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Driver Hire Training

T

ruckEast Norwich gains Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

The approval means local operators can benefit from tachographs

(DVSA) approval to become an Approved Tachograph centre.

inspections, calibrations and repairs carried out on-site by our team. We

The twelfth of its Scania branches to now achieve this status, the

saw this investment as a worthwhile addition to our existing services

approval followed months of hard work, the installation of new equipment

and are pleased to finally offer it to our customers. By removing the

including a dedicated tachograph office and the training of technicians.

need for third-party providers, we can control any planned work and keep downtime to a minimum.

As Scania’s reigning depot of the year, the team at Norwich are always

Paul Loades, Depot Manager, TruckEast Norwich

looking for ways to further support their customers. Having this service available on-site will enable the team to further minimise any

Based on Bowthorpe Industrial Estate, TruckEast Norwich offers a wide

unnecessary downtime.

range of services including all makes servicing and repairs, roller brake testing, MOT preparation and presentation, trailer and tail-lift servicing,

Open from 06:00 until 22:00 Monday to Friday and then 08:00 until

parts, Scania truck sales and now tachograph.

12:00 on Saturdays, the branch is authorised for both analogue and digital tachographs for all makes and models.

18 NOVEMBER 2021

TRUCKEAST NORWICH ADDS

O

TACHOGRAPH SERVICES

ne World Express has announced a new partnership with the

This partnership is another exciting step for One World Express.

UK eCommerce marketplace, OnBuy. The global logistics

We are delighted that our services will help to facilitate the growth of

firm will provide logistical solutions to OnBuy’s 11,000 UK-

promising UK- based eCommerce retailers. OnBuy is such an exciting

based online retailers.

business, and I am thrilled that One World Express is able to support its domestic and international growth. I can’t wait to see the progress that

The partnership will allow OnBuy retailers to download their orders

the marketplace, and its retailers, will enjoy over the next few years.

into One World Express’ system and ship exclusively with the logistics

Atul Bhakta, CEO, One World Express

provider. Retailers will also enjoy access to One World Express’ sophisticated logistics software, including SmartTrack, to help them provide an efficient and transparent courier service to customers.

We greatly value our existing pool of retailers and customers; and we are delighted that this partnership with One World Express will be able to further enhance our services by providing them with superior

One World Express is currently providing OnBuy retailers with

courier solutions. This is just the beginning. OnBuy has its sights set

domestic courier solutions. Furthermore, One World Express has

on the international stage – and with the support and expertise of

pledged to extend its support to OnBuy to facilitate its imminent plans

One World Express behind us, we expect to see some very exciting

to expand into international markets.

developments over the coming years.

Cas Paton, Founder & CEO, OnBuy 10 DECEMBER 2021

ONE WORLD EXPRESS ANNOUNCES

PARTNERSHIP WITH ONBUY FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

39

ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 18 NOVEMBER 2021

FUELTRUST DATA SHOWS

ENERGY DENSITY DIFFERENCE OF UP TO 3% BETWEEN BATCHES OF FUEL

R

esearch from FuelTrust, the technology company dedicated to

are less energy-dense than currently used fuels, vessels will need to

creating a trusted and sustainable fuel ecosystem for the marine

carry more fuel to continue to operate in the same way.

industry, shows how different batches of the same grade of

marine fuel (such as VLSFO or HFO) can have radically different degrees of energy intensity, offering knowledgeable fuel buyers an opportunity to

Energy intensity matters. We’re about to see fuels come through with much a lower energy density than we’re used to.

pick up 3% BTU of extra energy by bunkering with a different batch of fuel and saving ship owners thousands of dollars in fuel costs.

Dr. Ram Vis, founder and director at the Viswa Group and advisor to FuelTrust, emphasised how energy density will become a major concern

This analysis of different fuel batches was carried out using FuelTrust’s

for fuel purchasers...

AI-powered Digital Chemist, which simulates combustion on a molecular level to identify differences in fuel properties such as fuel

If, as expected, you need twice the amount of methanol to do the

quality, energy, and emissions profiles. Digital Chemist combines the

same work as a tonne of HFO, buyers are going to have to pay a lot more

known characteristics of a fuel batch, with class data on the vessel

attention to the BTUs that they are buying, as they’ll have to squeeze

engine, and data from the day logs to accurately establish what happens

every drop of energy out of their fuel. If we see the same batch-to-batch

when fuel is burned.

variation in zero carbon fuels as we do today with conventional fuels, that will be a real issue. Fuel buyers will need to start thinking more in

Based on analysis of 14m barrels of VLSFO fuel across 28 batches,

terms of energy, and less in terms of volume.

FuelTrust found that different batches of fuels could essentially provide higher energy, without the supplier or buyer realising – for a fully laden

FuelTrust’s research indicates that differences in energy intensity will be

Panamax container ship, this would equate to a 50MT saving of fuel on a

matched by differences in emissions. With the proposed introduction

voyage from Vancouver, Canada to Portsmouth, UK, or the equivalent of

of carbon taxes and emissions trading schemes, this could add up to

up to 469 nautical miles of additional sailing distance on a typical bunker.

thousands of dollars in taxes saved or lost, purely based on which batch of a fuel ends up in a vessel.

This isn’t like saying there’s a difference between gas stations – it’s more like there being a huge difference in the fuel you could buy

Launched in September this year, FuelTrust’s Bunker Insights platform

at different pumps.

uses a combination of artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies

Jonathan Arneault, CEO, FuelTrust

to establish an unalterable record of fuel transactions and to analyse and identify chemical risks and changes in fuel. In doing so, Bunker Insights

This energy intensity delta could be operationally challenging as

makes it simple for ship owners and charterers to monitor and manage

regulations on fuels tighten, and particularly if, as expected, zero carbon

fuel risk, allowing the industry to adopt more sustainable practices

fuels such as methanol become widely used. Because zero-carbon fuels

backed by meaningful insights into the fuel lifecycle.

40

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Direct Courier Solutions

Powered by

we take it personally

Please come and see us on our new website at...

directcouriersolutions.com ...where you can book same-day van deliveries or overnight parcels, musical instruments, car parts, sporting goods, bicycles, awnings

Built by

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

41

ROAD FREIGHT NEWS

NEW ADR & ‘PET. REG.’ SERVICE 18 NOVEMBER 2021

TO FUEL FUTURE SUCCESS FOR MERCEDES DEALER MIDLANDS TRUCK & VAN

W

est Midlands-based operators of fuel tankers and other vehicles used to transport hazardous goods will soon be able to call upon Midlands Truck & Van for specialist

maintenance and repair back-up.

The Mercedes-Benz Dealer plans to open a workshop bay at its branch in Birmingham, that will be compliant with ADR and Petroleum Regulations. Crucially, it will operate on a round-the-clock basis, from 6am on Mondays until Saturday lunchtimes.

Midlands Truck & Van began trading towards the end of 2020 from its purpose-built, £7-million Dealership in Cornwall Road, Smethwick. The ‘Pet. Reg’ bay, which is due to begin operating early in the New Year, is located at the far end of the workshop. It has a 15-metre pit and, for safety purposes, is separated by a wall from the rest of the building, which boasts six drive-through truck and trailer bays, and others for vans.

The Health and Safety Executive and Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations place a duty of care on employers

Midlands Truck & Van has engaged consultants to assess the facility’s

to protect all personnel from any risk arising from fires, explosions or

compliance with the recommendations of the Energy Institute publication

similar events in vehicle maintenance workshops.

on the Design, Construction and Operation of Workshops for Petroleum Road Tanker Maintenance. This provides guidance on the requirements

The Dealer is investing some £75,000 on specialist and custom-built

for workshops that inspect and maintain road tankers used to transport

inspection equipment and ADR Hazardous Goods training for Truck

petroleum fuel products, and covers the control of potentially explosive

Service Manager Dean Bennett and the four technicians hand-picked to

atmospheres as well as risks associated with working at height.

man the bay. ‘Big ticket’ items will ultimately include a bespoke workingat-height facility, while the inventory also includes vapour tightness

Following assessment and approval the Dealer will be authorised to issue

testing systems and dedicated gas detector units, as well as adaptors

the Safe Loading Passes required by participating fuel terminals. A Safe

and connectors to facilitate the safe opening and closing of valves.

Loading Pass confirms, for example, that certain additional mechanical and electrical systems fitted to a road tanker have been maintained to a standard that means they do not present an unacceptable risk.

42

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Midlands Truck & Van’s technicians are being trained to identify possible

Eric Gillespie observed:

There are major fuel companies with large

leaks and will be permitted to maintain and replace items of service

storage facilities in and around Birmingham that no longer have in-

equipment in accordance with the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA)

house inspection and maintenance capabilities. Operators are looking

Guidance on the application of EN 12972. A vapour tightness test will

for additional service points able to provide high-level support at times

be undertaken following completion of a repair or replacement. The

that suit them. Midlands Truck & Van clearly has an ethos of customer

Dealer’s new Pet. Reg. service will be available to operators of all makes

service, and its Smethwick Dealership is ideally located, in a part of the

of tractor unit and rigid truck used to transport petroleum – so not just

West Midlands that is not particularly well served currently. Against

those with three-pointed stars on their grilles – as well as petroleum

this backdrop, I’m sure its new ADR facility will prove very popular.

tank semi-trailers. Once it is up and running, the facility’s remit will be extended to cover a broad spectrum of hazardous loads.

Following the Department for Transport’s recommendation that the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency lift its moratorium on the

We’d planned from the outset to establish a Pet. Reg. operation at

establishment of new Authorised Testing Facilities, Midlands Truck &

Smethwick, and the bay was incorporated within the original design of

Van is also well on the way towards securing approval for truck MoT

the building. It was ‘mothballed’ initially, though, as our first priority was

tests to be carried out at Smethwick.

to focus on delivering the mainstream repair and maintenance support that our customers rely upon.

The Dealer’s intention, initially at least, is to offer an amber ATF service,

Steve Hunt, Managing Director, Midlands Truck & Van

covering vehicles used to carry certain restricted goods, in addition to those engaged in transport operations that are not defined as dangerous.

Consultancy advice on equipping the new bay and on-site training have been provided by Melville Wilby, of Cardinal Solutions, and Eric

Steve Hunt continued:

The very significant investment we’re

Gillespie, of EBG Services, both of whom have long track records in the

making in our new Pet. Reg. service reflects Midlands Truck & Van’s

petroleum engineering and associated sectors. Members of the Dealer’s

commitment to provide customers with a truly comprehensive, ‘one-

technical team have also attended a J Coates (HGV) Services course on

stop shop’ service. I’ve every confidence that by adding this additional

driving ADR hazardous goods vehicles, so they are qualified to move

string to our bow we’ll also be opening the door to conversations and

trucks and trailers in and out of the bay.

opportunities to grow our business with operators that don’t currently have relationships with us.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

43

ROAD FREIGHT EXPERTS

D

riving a van for countless hours around the country is

Don’t let the stress get to you

demanding. It is no wonder that courier and delivery drivers,

With beeping cars and shooting mopeds zig-zagging in front of you,

who sit behind the wheel for a large portion of the day, can

it is challenging to stay calm and rational all the time. Also, with the

end up being worn out after a while.

current driver shortage issue ravaging the UK, your schedule will look busier than usual. That’s not to mention the ongoing petrol crisis which

According to a recent survey conducted by the European Transport

is leaving most drivers very frustrated. All these different factors may

Workers Federation (ETF), two-thirds of professional drivers feel

understandably rocket your stress levels through the roof.

tired on a regular basis (60% of lorry drivers and 66% of bus drivers).

More worryingly, 30% of lorry drivers and 24% of bus drivers have

That said, however, it is vital to stay focused and relaxed when

even admitted dozing off whilst at the wheel.

driving your van. Turn on the radio and listen to some music – it will help you remain in the right mindset when sitting at the wheel.

Staying focused for a substantial number of hours while sitting persistently in the same seat is no easy task. As fatigue kicks in, both

Plan some time to rest

our reflexes and decision-making processes gradually abate. In fact,

Unfortunately, we don’t always have the luxury of being able to

it is no surprise that fatigue has been identified as a major factor in

benefit from a reinvigorating night’s sleep. Drivers who sit in the

fatal road accidents. To put things into perspective, in 2016 alone,

driving seat feeling tired are more likely to doze off when at the

4,002 people were killed in accidents involving vans and lorries.

wheel. In particular, research shows that this mainly tends to happen in the early afternoon after lunch (2pm–4pm) or during the early

What can be done to diminish driver fatigue? Vauxhall van leasing

morning hours (2am–4am). If you are not used to driving at night,

company, Van Ninja, look at how to stay safe …

for instance, try to plan a rest stop for your own safety.

Take pit stops

Relax…but not too much!

If you or your business are van leasing for the first time, you may

Today’s lease vans are equipped with tools that make driving more

not realise how many hours you will end up spending in the company

pleasant, relaxing, and enjoyable, including labour-saving systems

of your new vehicle. Long hours on the road can have an impact

such as cruise control and lane-assist. While these devices and

on your attention levels. After a while, your concentration will

comforts are designed to help you drive safely, they can paradoxically

inevitably start to fade, numbing your responsiveness and putting

contribute to tiredness as well.

you and your fellow drivers at risk.

In fact, if you are a bit too relaxed, you may not pay enough attention Make sure to pull over every two hours to freshen up and keep

to the road. Therefore, it would be wise to also check and possibly

yourself alert on the road. Jump out of your van and have a stretch

opt for a van that is fitted with an attention alert system, a device that

too – your stiff muscles will be very thankful!

will warn the driver if it thinks they are not sufficiently on the ball.

44

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Recognise signs of fatigue Fatigue can creep in when you least expect it. Thankfully, however, it has the habit of announcing itself quite blatantly through several different signs. Here are a few: • Heavy eyelids • Yawning • Drooping head (as a result of neck muscles gradually relaxing) • Loss of concentration • Microsleep – This occurs when you doze off for 30 seconds with no recollection of it happening when you wake up. This usually takes place when you are tired but try hard not to fall asleep. In the grand scheme of things, 30 seconds is not that long; however, when you are driving, even a couple of seconds of distraction (or, in this case, unconsciousness) can lead to a tragic outcome.

If you have passengers on board, make sure to take it in turns and switch drivers whenever the person at the wheel is feeling drowsy. If it is only you inside the van, stop as soon as you start experiencing these symptoms.

HOW VAN DRIVERS CAN

COMBAT FATIGUE FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

45

ROAD FREIGHT EXPERTS

U

pskilling your drivers is important for numerous reasons.

Road transport is a heavily regulated industry so there are naturally several mandatory training requirements,

depending on the work being carried out. But more generally, it also promotes safe driving, reduces road collisions, and can help keep your workforce feel supported in their job. HGV training and recruitment experts, Driver Hire Training, have revealed some top tips for keeping your drivers’ skills fresh.

These are five ways to upskill your drivers:

1

DRIVER CPC

There is a legal requirement to meet the 35 hours of training every five years and if uncompleted, this can result

in £1,000 fine. That said, such training should always be viewed as genuinely useful and a chance to gain new skills. With this in mind it’s important to make sure you’re willing to get the most out of your Driver CPC training courses, as if not you’re missing out on

Training and upskilling your drivers is ultimately an investment in

vital upskilling opportunities.

your people, and one of the best ways to motivate and get the best performance from your workforce is by helping them understand

Some of the most popular CPC courses are around Drivers Hours,

that their employer values them and wants them to improve. And

Digital Tachograph and Road Traffic Laws. There’s also a lot of

although there is an aspect of compliance, through the mandatory

interest in additional training such as Safe Urban Driving, City

Driver CPC training and various other qualifications, this should

Driving and Vulnerable Road Users showing that people do want

always be seen as an opportunity for growth rather than a burden,

socially responsible training but also that these situations are often

alongside other development opportunities.

required standards for many operations.

Ultimately a skillset is vital, with HGV drivers in demand more than ever, employers should be focusing on ways to keep their staff happy and motivation high, as well as looking to attract the best talent in the area. Recent surveys have shown that companies that score highly on their employee development opportunities see 93% less attrition* and this also tends to be a contributing factor within the businesses that rank highly in studies such as the Sunday Times Best Places to Work.

There’s a substantial amount that managers can do to upskill drivers, in driving and lots of other related things too, for example encouraging healthy lifestyles to training in first aid. Employers should think about the direct benefit to the business that such upskilling can provide, but also how the wider investment in people can aid each individual.

2

UPGRADE LICENCES

Upgrading licences so your drivers have the options to drive a variety of vehicles can be beneficial for a number

of reasons, for example upgrading licences from just van work to larger vehicles such as artic lorries.

3

SPECIALIST LICENCES

It may be worth considering upskilling your workforce to drive specialist vehicles such as forklifts or ADR training

for transporting dangerous good. This means your workforce has the versatility to handle a variety of transport issues and in turn, build greater flexibility into your operations.

4

FIRST AID TRAINING

Training your staff in first aid can be extremely helpful for your staff, the company and for wider society. For

instance, if your driver is the first at the site of an accident they can respond immediately and appropriately to any injuries and maybe even save a life.

46

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

5

HEALTHY LIVING TIPS & TRICKS

Training and upskilling your employees to help them both in and out

Keeping your workforce motivated to live a healthy

of work should be of the utmost importance for all employers. Investing

lifestyle can be very worthwhile. It can be easy to fall into

in your people is one of the most vital things you can do, it helps

unhealthy habits when living between truck and service stations, but

both your brand as well as the people in your company as a business

it also helps in understanding nourishing ways to live outside of work.

that wants to see their people succeed. There are so many ways to help upskill your drivers, from specialist licences to helping them lead

Employers can also consider looking for ways to upskill themselves

healthy lifestyles. It’s also important to remember about your own

in order to better support their drivers, such as engaging in

development and constantly learning how as an employer you can be

accreditations like Investors in People. Organisations like the CIPD

the best boss you can be, especially in an industry with high demand.

(Chartered institute of Personnel and Development) should be a

John Keelan-Edwards, Managing Director, Driver Hire Training

go-to body for any HR professional or employer wanting to improve what they do in this area.

* https://www.forbes.com/sites/meghanbiro/2018/07/23/developingyour-employees-is-the-key-to-retention-here-are-4-smart-ways-tostart/?sh=6ff7f8337344

5 WAYS TO

UPSKILL YOUR FLEET FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

47

ROAD FREIGHT EXPERTS

T

he Christmas rush is something hauliers anticipate every

Eliminate empty running

year. But it’s going to be felt more acutely this year with the

When you have a larger-than-usual task on your hands to keep up with

additional pressures of a driver shortage and Brexit affecting

demand this Christmas, running empty seems even more wasteful than

the supply of some goods.

usual. Yet, for many hauliers, this is the case on their return journeys.

If your drivers travel back empty from Glasgow to Plymouth on their

The haulage sector is set to experience its busiest Christmas period on

return journey, for instance, that’s a lot of wasted mileage.

record. On top of the usual increase in demands, there’s the perfect storm of the HGV driver shortage and supply chains impacted by Brexit

Using a freight exchange platform gives hauliers the opportunity to not

and COVID. By focusing on increasing efficiency and reducing empty

only make the most of their journeys but also serve more customers in

running, hauliers can meet these higher demands and ensure their

a time of increased demands. This can help optimise fleets in the short

customers receive the highest level of service.

term and also enables hauliers to expand their network to connect with new shippers. Haulage companies with loyal customers but limited

This means hauliers will need to be even more efficient and prepared in

resources have the opportunity to subcontract their excess work on

order to meet the demands of businesses and consumers this Christmas.

these platforms, meaning they can still take on additional haulage loads and get customer’s jobs done.

Here, we cover how hauliers can cope with arguably the most demanding Christmas we’ve ever experienced.

Allow your drivers to do more in their workday The changes to drivers’ hours, which means drivers can work up to 11

Make planning more efficient

hours a day twice a week, has been extended once again to January. But

Efficient planning is paramount to success for all hauliers, but never has

we know that making already overworked drivers work longer hours

it been more important than right now. A Logistics UK survey revealed

isn’t the solution, especially when many of the drivers who’ve left the

that 96% of hauliers are struggling to recruit drivers, with 13% saying

sector have done so due to poor working conditions.

their shortage is severe to very severe. To meet high demands with a potentially depleted workforce, hauliers need to get the most out of

Giving your drivers the tools they need to achieve more in their workday

their available resources.

is a much better solution. Not only will this allow your business to be more efficient, but you’ll also improve their satisfaction by making their

That’s where route planning software comes in. By feeding in all the

jobs easier. Let’s face it, dealing with paper proof of deliveries is difficult

collections and deliveries you need to make, and your vehicle and driver

to manage and adds time to their day.

availability, you’ll be able to plan the most efficient routes and get the most out of your fleet.

It’s these inefficient processes that can frustrate drivers, cause delays, and even result in them finishing their day later than expected. It’s no

With these solutions, you’ll have one view of your business supported by

wonder that drivers are leaving businesses that aren’t addressing this

real-time information. Your planners can then make informed decisions.

problem. Using digital tools like electronic proof of delivery and apps

In the hectic traffic rush leading up to Christmas, it’s critical you can

that provide real-time details of their deliveries allows them to focus

identify and manage exceptions as deliveries progress because it’s

on the job and get more done in their day.

undoubtedly the busiest period on the road.

Mandata

48

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

HOW CAN HAULIERS COPE WITH AN EVEN

HIGHER DEMAND THIS CHRISTMAS? FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

49

RAIL FREIGHT

The use of railroads and trains to transport cargo, as opposed to human passengers.

Related topics Belt & Road Initiative HS2 Rail terminals and depots

Sponsored by

50 50 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

18 NOVEMBER 2021

MIDLANDS CONNECT RESPONSE TO

INTEGRATED RAIL PLAN

C

ommenting on Government's Integrated Rail Plan, Sir John Peace, chair of Midlands Connect said:

Commenting on proposals for Toton: These proposals mean that delivery of a new train station for Toton can start today. I believe this provides much needed certainty to investors and will help kick-start the ambitious regeneration proposals

Today’s announcement gives businesses and local leaders the

in the area. The plans around Toton, the adjacent freeport and the wider

reassurance they’ve been waiting for – that HS2 is coming to the East

Development Corporation could create 84,000 jobs and add billions

Midlands. Although these plans are different in some respects to what

in value to the regional economy; the developments cover the size of

we’d expected, there are a lot of positives in here and lots of things to be

three Olympic Parks.

excited about – a new high speed connection between Birmingham and East Midlands Parkway, direct links onto HS2 for Derby, Nottingham, and Chesterfield and a commitment to the Midlands Rail Hub. Now that we

Commenting on news that the Western Leg of HS2 Phase 2b (Crewe to Manchester) is going ahead:

have certainty, we must focus our efforts on delivery. Our challenge to

Government’s commitment to HS2’s Western Leg is fantastic news

Government is simple, it should move as quickly as possible to get spades

for the Midlands, confirming our hopes that this vital north – south

in the ground and bring benefits to local people sooner.

link, will go ahead in full. Now we have the green light, it’s essential that we maintain momentum, getting a clear timetable for the delivery of

On news that Midlands Rail Hub has received Government backing:

this part of the project and bringing forward the necessary legislation in Parliament to make it happen. This will mean that we can release

We welcome the Government’s words and its commitment today

capacity at stations like Stafford and Stoke. This means the benefits

to the Midlands Rail Hub. We now need to re-double our efforts and

of HS2 will be felt by hundreds of thousands of people across The

move this project from planning to delivery. During the last five years,

Potteries and Staffordshire, including passengers that never set foot on

Midlands Connect has worked tirelessly to support the Government

a high-speed train.

in making our flagship project a reality and today’s news is another more passenger seats on the railway every year and provide a step-

On news that the East Coast Mainline at Newark has received Government backing:

change in connectivity to Birmingham Moor Street station, opening

This is most welcome news. The flat crossing at Newark is a huge

up access to HS2 for communities in Hereford, Worcester and Bristol

bottleneck that limits our ability to improve rail services for local people.

via the new Curzon Street station being built next door. The Midlands

Upgrading this junction, as included in the package of enhancements to

Rail Hub will also increase capacity for rail freight, supporting our

the East Coast Mainline will allow us to better connect Nottingham,

programme to create for over one million lorries’ worth of freight to

Lincoln and other regional hubs.

important milestone. These improvements will create space for millions

be moved onto our railway every year.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

51

RAIL FREIGHT NEWS

GOVERNMENT RAIL PACKAGE A HIT & A MISS 18 NOVEMBER 2021

SAYS LOGISTICS UK

T

he government’s Integrated Rail Plan, announced today (18

has been campaigning for over many years. This upgrade will enable

November 2021), which includes the removal of the proposed

containers to move swiftly from ports in the North East to major

eastern leg of HS2, represents a missed opportunity to

northern cities, which will help to support local economic development,

enhance the efficiency of supply chains in the North and Midlands,

while removing lorries from our congested roads and supporting the

according to Logistics UK, one of the UK’s biggest business groups.

UK’s decarbonisation goals; for every tonne of freight transported by

Alexandra Herdman, Public Policy Manager at Logistics UK comments:

rail, the carbon emissions are 76% lower than road freight. We are also pleased to hear of the government’s intention to progress with the

The scrapping of the proposed eastern leg of HS2 from the East Midlands to Leeds is a blow for efficient and sustainable supply chains

electrification of the TransPennine Mail Line and Midland Main Line, a vital move in the UK’s mission to decarbonise its economy.

across the region – the new line would have released additional capacity for rail freight services to assist in connecting industry in the north of England with the rest of the country.

Unfortunately, it appears that rail freight is mostly an afterthought in the government’s plan announced today; Logistics UK and its members would have appreciated further measures to facilitate specific investment

However, Logistics UK is delighted that there will be an upgrade to

into rail freight infrastructure. We urge the government to give greater

the TransPennine Mail Line to enable additional freight services to be

emphasis to a strategic modal shift from road to rail to support efficient

maximised in this part of the country, something the business group

and sustainable supply chains.

52

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

N

urminen Logistics Plc, NTEX AB and Stena Rederi, have

Nurminen’s CEO Olli Pohjanvirta says that Nurminen already has

signed a letter of intent to jointly increase their current co-

products of Swedish industrial groups on board in its cargo container

operation and offer container block train services between

trains from and back to China, Japan, South Korea. With closer co-

Asia and the Northern-Europe market

operation with NTEX, a Stena Group company, Nurminen and NTEX can offer and rapidly produce the service needed to the Swedish,

Nurminen Logistics and NTEX see a huge potential and market demand

Norwegian, and Danish markets. We have together all the essential

for fast, reliable, and environmentally-friendly railway cargo services

services, Know-how, locations in China and Nordics to take Sino-

from China and Asia to Sweden and Norway and back.

European rail traffic to the next level.

The Parties, who already have an existing cooperation, will utilize

We are very pleased to have found this opportunity to expand our

Nurminen’s Nordic HUB concept in the ports of Helsinki and Kotka

Rail freight solution between Asia – Sweden and Norway as we see

during the first quarter and offer FCL and LCL services based on several

the growing demand from our customers for both faster and more

connections from Finland to Scandinavia and Northern Europe. Utilizing

environmentally sustainable logistics.

each parties strengths, Nurminen and NTEX will jointly offer rail services

Thomas Ström, CEO, NTEX

as well as shipping connections, traffic, and customs clearance in the destination countries in Europe. Additional markets such as the Baltics

The cooperation is based on the market potential, which lays in the

and additional rail connections via Kaliningrad will also be explored.

fact that Trade in Northern- Europe with China is over 60 billion euro annually. The parties will utilize the railway land bridge, Nurminen and NTEX joint services, between the markets to serve their clients more effectively and meet the demand for environmental logistics.

16 DECEMBER 2021

TAKES RAIL TRAFFIC BETWEEN ASIA & EUROPE

TO THE NEXT LEVEL FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

53

PROJECT CARGO

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

Related topics Heavy lift Abnormal load OOG (out of gauge)

Sponsored by

54 54 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

17 NOVEMBER 2021

ANTONOV AIRLINES SAFELY TRANSPORTS

URGENT CARGO FROM SWEDEN TO TOGO TO KEEP OIL PLANT RUNNING

T

he world leader in air heavylift of oversized cargo, Antonov

Antonov used a ramp system designed by our in-house engineering

Airlines, has safely transported a 40-metric-tonne cargo,

team in combination with an internal crane and onboard winches to

including control and battery rooms for power supply, for

safely load and unload the cargo. The cargo was perfectly suited to

BOLLORE Transport Logistics.

The control unit measuring 13 m long, 3.96 m wide, and 3.93 m high was

travel on one of our AN-124-100 aircraft, which has a 120-metric-tonne capacity and is well equipped to move outsized cargo.

Olha Danylova, Commercial Executive, Antonov Airlines

transported by the Ukraine-headquartered carrier from Stockholm, Sweden, to Lomé, Togo.

This flight is memorable as Captain Serhii Tarasiuk led the team on his final mission for the carrier before retirement. Serhii celebrated his 65th

The cargo was urgently required to ensure there was no interruption

birthday and marked his retirement with a successful flight conducted

to energy supply at an oil-producing plant.

safely and on time, as always. We thank Captain Serhii Tarasiuk for his 42 years of loyal service to ANTONOV Company and wish him well for his retirement.

Andriy Blagovisniy, Commercial Director, Antonov Airlines Antonov Airlines has a fleet of seven AN-124-100 'Ruslan' aircraft, two of them with a payload of up to 150 tonnes.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

55

PROJECT CARGO NEWS 25 NOVEMBER 2021

TRANSOCEAN HUNGARY & HMGS CHILE

HANDLE PRINTING PRESS

T

ransOcean Shipping handled the export of a printing press machine (Comexi F4 Flexographic) from Hungary to San Antonio in Chile in close cooperation with fellow PCN

members, HMGS Chile Soluciones de Transporte.

The cargo was loaded in 1 x 20'FR and 3 x 40’HQ. Hansa Meyer Chile secured the cargo from Spain and nominated us as their handling agent controlling the cargo movement from loading in Hungary to discharging from the vessel in San Antonio.

Gábor Illés, TransOcean

23 NOVEMBER 2021

TRANSOCEAN SHIPPING REPORT

EXPORT OF CONVEYOR BELT REELS

T

ransOcean Shipping are pleased to report their next export

of conveyor belt reels. The conveyor belt reels were shipped from Hungary to Buenos Aires in Argentina carefully loaded

and secured in 2 x 20'OT. TransOcean Shipping are PCN members in Croatia, Hungary, Serbia and Slovenia and their flexible and committed teams expertly provide tailor-made project cargo transport solutions.

56

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

G

ebrüder Weiss was responsible for the first ever arrival of the

The oversized freighter is ideal for heavy transport.

world’s largest cargo plane at Rzeszów airport, transporting goods from China to Poland. The Antonov An-225 landed at

The situation in air and sea freight remains very tense, as there is still

the airport, located 170 kilometers east of Krakow, in the late evening

not enough cargo space. With the Antonov, we can quickly transport

of November 13, carrying project-based cargo for the Polish industry on

large-volume goods for our customers quickly.

board. The Antonov had left the Chinese airport of Tianjin a day earlier.

Lothar Thoma, Managing Director Air & Sea, Gebrüder Weiss

Although charter flights are a regular part of our air services,

The logistics company had already used the giant freighter for a transport

handling the transport of goods with a cargo aircraft of this size was

to Austria in October. In addition, the somewhat smaller Antonov An-

something special for us. Our air freight managers in Poland and China

124 has been chartered several times this year for flights to Europe.

were able to perfectly organize the entire supply chain between manufacturer and recipient in a very short space of time and under

Gebrüder Weiss is represented in Poland with seven of its own locations

the difficult pandemic conditions.

since 2020 (Head office: Krakow). 85 employees work to offer industrial

Stanislaw Rosciszewski, Country Manager Poland, Gebrüder Weiss

and trade customers solutions in the areas of land transport, Air & Sea, project transports and logistics.

15 NOVEMBER 2021

GEBRÜDER WEISS CHARTERS

LARGEST CARGO AIRCRAFT FOR PROJECT CARGO TO POLAND FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

57

PROJECT CARGO NEWS 9 DECEMBER 2021

TIA LOGISTICS BULGARIA COMPLETES

CHALLENGING OVERSIZED TRANSPORT

B

ulgarian members, TIA Logistics are pleased to report their

Passing through tight roads in small villages was a difficult test for our

latest oversized transport. The loaded truck had dimensions

team as there were a lot of cables that had to be lifted to allow the

of 41.00 x 5.96 x 6.00m (76tn). Deyan Profirov at TIA

truck to continue. Many were electric cables that needed the voltage

Logistics explains...

to be stopped before lifting which required us to work with the electric company to complete. It took a lot of time and effort but we eventually

We had four main challenges with this load: Firstly, the usual main road

passed through all the villages safely and successfully.

for a truck with these dimensions was closed for construction and the client did not have time to wait so we coordinated with the route agency

We also had to clear a mountain pass which had to be made with a police

in Bulgaria and planned another route. However, the new route included

escort due to sharp turns and more tight roads. We started the process

a road with a left turn that was impossible to take without removing the

early in the morning with the police escort travelling 20-30km ahead

sidewalk island. Therefore, we removed the sidewalk with an excavator

and pulling over any vehicles so our truck can be the only movement

and after the truck passed, built it back again.

along the mountain pass.

58

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Lastly, for the final delivery at the factory, our clients has two bridges with pipes over the road meaning the truck could not pass with the cargo. Our solution was to hire a 200tn crane that lifted the load above and over the pipes and reloaded it back on the trailer on the other side.

We had to do this twice to reach the exact unloading point.

An excellent performance from TIA Logistics with professional solutions for every challenge to ensure a happy client.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

59

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

Sponsored by

60 60 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

29 NOVEMBER 2021

COPENHAGEN AIRPORT ACKNOWLEDGES

WFS’ LATEST EXPANSION

AS ENABLING ‘FUTURE AIRFREIGHT GROWTH’

C

openhagen Airport has acknowledged Worldwide Flight Services’ (WFS) latest investment to expand its cargo handling facilities as enabling ‘future airfreight growth’ for the airport

and its airline clients.

WFS is the largest cargo handler in Copenhagen, supporting 31 airlines with flights to and from the Danish capital. It also provides cargo handling services for a further 127 offline carriers. It opened its first 4,600m² cargo terminal in Copenhagen in 2008 and expanded with an additional 3,000m² Terminal 2 facility at the beginning of 2010. In 2019, WFS also invested in a new GDP-certified Pharma facility, increasing its footprint by a further 1,500m².

In the past 12 months, WFS has renewed airline contracts at Copenhagen Airport with Qatar Airways and Sichuan Airlines, and now handles

WFS – the world’s largest air cargo handler – is investing once again

100,000 tonnes of cargo annually across its facilities, as well as providing

by signing a contract for a new Terminal 3 cargo centre. The 3,700m²

airside cargo handling. In addition to facilitating rising general cargo

warehouse facility will open in Q4 2022. In the meantime, to support its

volumes, WFS’ investment at the airport is also important in supporting

airline customers’ growing volumes, WFS has taken a 12-month lease on

Medicon Valley, the strongest life science cluster in the Nordic countries,

an additional facility to provide the additional capacity it needs in the short-

which spans the Greater Copenhagen area. It is home to a vibrant

term, until construction of the new cargo centre is completed next year.

ecosystem underpinned by world-class life science universities and research infrastructure, including 350+ biotech, medtech and pharma

Thomas Woldbye, Group CEO of Copenhagen Airports has

companies with local R&D, 4 global R&D pharmaceutical companies, and

praised WFS’ commitment to the airport and its cargo community:

seven science parks with a major focus on life science.

With this significant expansion of an additional handling terminal, WFS has ensured further improvement and capacity for growth in

Throughout the pandemic, WFS has continued to provide a full

the airfreight segment in Copenhagen Airport. This fits well with

24/7/365 cargo handling service for our customers in Copenhagen,

Copenhagen Airport’s cargo strategy and will enable opportunities for

including those closely connected to the country’s thriving pharma

future airfreight growth. Throughout the covid-19 pandemic, WFS has

industry. As volumes recover to close to their pre-covid level, and we see

proven to be a solid partner and maintained good contingency, which

new growth potential ahead, we are able to make this new investment

has contributed to the airfreight market receiving a stable and good

to ensure WFS and Copenhagen Airport have the infrastructure in

service in CPH under these difficult conditions and large fluctuations in

place to maintain high quality cargo handling services, for both our

the volumes of airfreight in our region.

existing clients and future customers which recognise this strategically important regional cargo hub.

Thomas Egeland, General Manager, WFS – Scandinavia FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

61

AIR & SEA PORTS NEWS 16 NOVEMBER 2021

EXPANDS ITS HANDLING CAPACITY ALLIANCE GROUND INTERNATIONAL

AT PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

A

lliance Ground International (AGI) is expanding its operations at

PIT is equidistant between the Chicago and New York regions, providing

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), Pennsylvania, USA, with

shippers and carriers accessibility to two major markets within a

new ramp and warehouse operations from December 2021.

short overnight drive.

Cargo is an important focus at Pittsburgh

International Airport, and we are pleased AGI is expanding operations

AGI is recruiting up to 40 new members of staff to operate services

at PIT. PIT’s speed and efficiency are key to cargo logistics and we look

through a 25,000-square-foot facility currently operated by AGI sister

forward to continued growth with AGI.

company Cargo Force.

Bryan Dietz, Senior Vice President, Air Service & Commercial Development, Pittsburgh International Airport

AGI is excited to be working with Pittsburgh Airport as they look to provide airlines and freight forwarders with the opportunity to expand

AGI has recently announced the expansion of operations at John F. Kennedy

operations in the United States. This location is a great addition to

International Airport (JFK), New York, USA, as well as new facilities at

the AGI network and we are looking forward to providing a first class

Newark, and last month acquired Chicago-headquartered handler Maestro.

service in this amazing market.

Last month, Cargo Force announced the opening of four new facilities across

Warren Jones, Vice President Business Development, AGI

the USA to facilitate mail and express mail services in partnership with USPS after signing a USD100m seven-year contract with the mail provider.

AIPUT EMBARKS ON CONSTRUCTION OF HIGH-SPEC ADDITION TO ITS

LHR W'HOUSE PORTFOLIO

a

brdn’s AIPUT fund (Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust)

AIPUT’s Blackthorne Point Estate, the new building will be a stand-

has today announced the start of construction works on its

alone facility, benefitting from its own dedicated access, parking and

latest airport-related warehouse development at Blackthorne

service yard facilities. AIPUT’s existing customers at Blackthorne Point

Point, located immediately to the west of Heathrow Airport on the

include UPS Supply Chain, Horizon International and C H Robinson.

Poyle Trading Estate. The new warehouse represents a significant vote

The building will aim to be operationally carbon neutral and therefore

of confidence in Poyle’s strength as an attractive investment location for

is expected to achieve BREEAM Excellent accreditation and a minimum

industrial real estate in close proximity to Heathrow Airport.

of EPC A. Solar PV panels will be incorporated, together with electric vehicle charging points and rainwater harvesting, with recycled materials

The new, 27,760 sq ft (2,579 sq m) GEA building will occupy a 1.2

used wherever possible in the construction. The lead contractor for the

acre plot along Blackthorne Road in Poyle, just across from Heathrow’s

expected eight month build programme, will be A&H Construction,

Terminal 5 and close to Junction 14 of the M25. Located alongside

reporting to project manager Northland.

62

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

H

HLA's Italian multi-purpose terminal in Trieste welcomed

TMX3 service offers one of the best-in-class transit time between

the first container vessel "OPS Hamburg", chartered in and

Western Turkey and North Adriatic - Italy and Slovenia - with a journey

operated by the CMA CGM Group.

of 3,5 days from Gemlik to Trieste and of 4 days from Gemlik to Koper. It represents a sustainable alternative to truck transportation

For the first time, a container vessel called at the Italian multi-purpose

reducing CO2 emissions, with optimized lead time, frequency and

terminal 'Piattaforma Logistica Trieste' (PLT). The 'OPS Hamburg' was

costs. Moreover, door-to-door intermodal solutions including 45’ PW

handled fast and efficiently. The vessel is operated by the CMA CGM

container complement the sea product.

Group, a world leader in shipping and logistics, and part of CMA CGM's

Paolo Lo Bianco, Managing Director, CMA CGM Italy

service TMX3, connecting Turkey with the Adriatic Sea on a weekly basis.

The multi-function terminal HHLA PLT is an important part of the Italian We were delighted to welcome the 'OPS Hamburg' at our terminal.

seaport of Trieste and is located within the Free Port zone. Hamburger

Undoubtedly a good omen, the name of the vessel recalls the link

Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has acquired a majority stake in the

between Trieste and our majority shareholder HHLA in Hamburg.

terminal. The 27-hectare port facility consists of an area for the handling

It will inaugurate a new regular CMA CGM service – the TMX3 to

of assorted break bulk and a newly built area that provides berths deep

connect Turkey with HHLA PLT Italy in Trieste port. This TMX3 service

enough for RoRo and container ships. As a logistics hub on the Baltic-

represents an important step forward for our terminal. We would like

Adriatic line, Trieste is not only very well connected with Central and

to thank CMA CGM or choosing HHLA PLT Italy.

Eastern Europe but also offers connections all the way to the Baltic

Antonio Barbara, Managing Director, HHLA PLT

region. PLT will use this strategically relevant position to strengthen eco-friendly rail transportation with the European hinterland.

8 DECEMBER 2021

FIRST CONTAINER VESSEL HANDLED AT

NEW HHLA TERMINAL TRIESTE FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

63

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

Sponsored by

64 64 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

14 DECEMBER 2021

PANDEMIC ACCELERATES

DIGITALTRANSFORMATION AMONG UK FLEETS

T

hree quarters (74 per cent) of UK fleets have adopted more

the ever-changing commercial landscape and have recognised the vital

digital solutions since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic,

role that technology can play in overcoming the financial and logistical

new research has revealed.

challenges – improving the efficient flow of information, supporting

A pan-European study conducted by Webfleet Solutions among 1,050

remote working and minimising person-to-person interactions.

Beverley Wise, Sales Director UK & Ireland, Webfleet Solutions

fleet decision-makers found that in the UK, smaller fleets of up to 50 vehicles led the charge, accounting for 80 per cent of the tech adopters.

Indeed, the drive to increase efficiency was found to be top reason for UK fleets adopting more digital solutions, cited by more than half (55 per

Electronic signature tech (60 per cent) topped the list of the new digital

cent) of those surveyed. This was closely followed by efforts to reduce

solutions, followed by mobile apps (50 per cent) and digital document

the spread of infection (51 per cent) and a continued commitment to

systems, such as paperless invoicing (44 per cent). In every case, the

sustainability (49 per cent).

uptick in digitisation was found to have helped their businesses deal with the pandemic.

Of those that haven’t adopted more digital solutions, 28 per cent cited cost as a barrier, 28 per cent said they had enough in place, while 22 per

COVID-19 continues to have a dramatic impact on the way we live

cent said they lacked the time or resources to implement new systems.

and work, making operational flexibility, smart customer interactions, risk management and cost control more important than ever. SME

The Netherlands led the digitisation trend with 85 per cent adopting

businesses, in particular, have had the agility to respond quickly to

new digital solutions, followed by Italy and Spain (both 77 per cent).

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

65

TECH & DIGITALISATION NEWS 15 NOVEMBER 2021

CARGOBOOKING LAUNCHES NEW EMAGIC TOOL

ELIMINATING NEED FOR MANUAL PROCESSING OF EMAIL AIR CARGO BOOKING ENQUIRIES

C

argoBooking.aero has launched a new online tool at the Dubai Air Show today called eMagic, which converts emailed enquiries in different formats and languages into standard data

formats, eliminating the need for manual processing. eMagic can read different types of content, including email, text, and image and convert them into instant air cargo quotes using standard data formats such as JSON and IATA ONE Record.

The information is carried through to bookings, payments, and track

A quote request is then created on the CargoBooking.aero platform,

and trace services, enabling air cargo booking platform CargoBooking

where users can review possible routes and prices, select options for

to provide an end-to-end fulfilment solution.

the end-customer quote, check capacity, and review prices.

Market studies show that between 70 and 80 percent of cargo

Once the information is selected, the end-customer receives a quote

quotes, pre-bookings, space checks, and bookings are processed over

offer email with the contents of the original request now in standard

email today. The manual processing of thousands of emails with back-

format. Confirmed bookings are created within the system of the airline

and-forth exchanges and long lead times for quoting and booking causes,

or General Sales Agent.

not only delays, but also additional costs because of double data entry and data accuracy issues. Our eMagic solution reduces the booking

CargoBooking developed the eMagic email parsing tool using Optical

process from minutes to seconds, pulling different types of data into

Character Recognition (OCR) software working with Artificial

a single readable format, and eliminating the need for costly and time-

Intelligence (AI) tools.

consuming manual inputting.

Tristan Koch, Chief Commercial Officer, Awery Aviation Software, which powers CargoBooking

The eMagic tool can be integrated with Outlook Office 365 and Gmail, and we have also developed a Chrome extension to enable users to create quotes from text. The tool can read emails with images and tables in

The eMagic tool works by analysing the content of an email to identify

multiple languages and convert the information into instant quotes.

the key elements needed for a quote, from customer details to cargo

Vitaly Smilianets, Chief Executive Officer, Awery Aviation Software

information, including origin, designation, number of pieces, gross weight and piece dimensions, commodity, Special Handling Codes and

CargoBooking can connect to any airline and integrates via Application

shipment-ready date.

Programming Interface (API) with an airline’s operating, accounting, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

66

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

S

ingapore Airlines (SIA), a leading air cargo carrier in the

Continued constrained air cargo capacity and fluctuating rates means

Asia-Pacific region, and WiseTech Global, provider of leading

the fundamental process of moving a piece of cargo from A to B by

logistics execution platform CargoWise, have partnered to

air is more complex than ever before. Freight forwarders continue to

provide a direct exchange of eBookings between their systems, adding

experience pressure to provide their customers with transparency at

significant value to many forwarders across the globe.

every stage of the process. The host-to-host integration of eBookings between CargoWise and Singapore Airlines is vital to creating a

The integration is the first of its kind for SIA and through the use

seamless, transparent and real-time experience for our forwarder

of custom APIs, allows CargoWise customers, including some of the

customers. As we continue to build out the ecosystem and capabilities

world’s largest freight forwarders, direct access to SIA to book and

in our leading CargoWise platform, we welcome our collaboration with

modify shipments in real-time from within the CargoWise platform.

Singapore Airlines, and the benefits this will provide our CargoWise customers through this enhanced direct eBooking interface. With our

At Singapore Airlines, we are committed to the continued digitalization

growing number of independent carrier connections and partnerships,

of all areas of our business. Our partnership with WiseTech Global will

freight forwarders and shippers worldwide will benefit.

result in the integration of our eBooking systems, enabling customers

Scott McCorquodale,

to book airfreight directly with SIA via the CargoWise online platform.

Chief Automation Officer Air Cargo, WiseTech Global

This is one of the many steps that we are taking to provide a more seamless experience for our cargo customers.

Mr Chin Yau Seng, Senior Vice President Cargo, Singapore Airlines 9 DECEMBER 2021

SINGAPORE AIRLINES & WISETECH ENTER

PARTNERSHIP TO ENABLE REAL-TIME EBOOKINGS FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

67

SHIPPING AND TRANSPORT IS THE CORNERSTONE OF ANY ECONOMY Companies involved in international trade understand that and require partners that provide an excellent client service coupled with economical pricing.

Seafreight Warehouse & distribution Cargo insurance Customs clearance The Daygard Logistics Group of Companies

Freight Movers International

Cargo Movers International

Daygard Clearance

World Freight Movement

Daygard Logistics Group Unit B1/B2, J31 Park, Motherwell Way, West Thurrock, RM20 3XD 01708 630 448, info@daygard.com, daygard.com

68

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Export pricing at a click!

You Click

We quote

Together we ship

365 DAYS

- Instant pricing including US door - Online sailing schedules - Online bookings - Documentation download

Sign up now for instant quotations!

daygard.com/365Days FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

69

TECH & DIGITALISATION NEWS 1 DECEMBER 2021

FRUUGO CONFIRMS NEW PARTNERSHIP

WITH INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY SERVICE SHIP2ANYWHERE

F

ruugo, which owns and operates a high growth and profitable global

cross-border marketplace using its own proprietary technology and data science, announces it has partnered with international

delivery service Ship2Anywhere to help simplify shipping solutions for merchants who are looking to expand their cross-border business.

By partnering with Ship2Anywhere, Fruugo merchants will be able to access a fully integrated technology solution which will allow them to ship across a wide range of multi-carrier delivery options on an international scale, all at a cut down shipping rate. The integration will give Fruugo sellers the capability to seamlessly import all sales orders

Phil Booker, Head of Partnerships at Fruugo, believes the partnership

in real time to the Ship2Anywhere dashboard, which will then allow t

is an exciting one for both Fruugo merchants and customers:

to select their shipping service across a range of providers including

With 93% of all sales on Fruugo being cross border, Ship2Anywhere’s

S2A Express, DHL Express, Seko Logistics, Fedex, Pitney Bowes and

advanced shipping technology and comprehensive range of cost-effective

various others.

delivery solutions is very exciting. Many new merchants on Fruugo are experiencing cross-border selling for the first time, so it is reassuring

Merchants will benefit from an online shipping portal that allows data

to partner with a company like Ship2Anywhere that remove so many of

driven decision making, tailored speeds and modes of shipping, and fully

the complexities they can be faced with, alongside the fantastic shipping

automated technology solutions to fulfil and automate shipments for

rates offered. Ship2Anywhere are particularly strong in outbound from

cross-border compliance.

the US and Australia, which will benefit merchants in those countries who are looking to sell on Fruugo.

The Ship2Anywhere system, which currently looks after 10,000 customers, will also populate tracking information, and close orders upon completion.

Ship2Anywhere and Fruugo have a very exciting range of synergies, which stems from helping merchants sell on an international scale. It was inevitable the respective companies would cross paths and team up.

Fruugo is a fantastic company with great, like-minded people who are well aligned to helping each other succeed for long term success, and we look forward to introducing them to our growing base Andrew Mastromanno, CEO, Ship2Anywhere

70

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Advanced analytics and AI will help brands and retailers predict

Topo is a low-code supply chain platform for cloud-based remote

risk at product design or development stage to align with

collaboration, process automation, and advanced analytics covering a

consumers’ sustainability demands and avoid greenwashing.

product’s journey from sourcing, product development, ordering, and

B

production, to quality, chemical, and sustainability management.

rands and retailers must drive sustainable supply chains by accelerating digitization, enabling informed procurement

Sustainability is a very wide field, especially in the supply chain,

decisions and predicting risk using smart data and analytics,

and you need a holistic approach to avoid quickly going down the

Tobias Grabler, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Topo Solutions

greenwashing road. Supply chains are by their nature complex and

(Topo), told delegates at the Made in Asia Sourcing Symposium today.

involve different stakeholders and elements, from factory workers, to chemicals, packaging, and CO2 emissions, and a joint effort is definitely

Describing sustainability as the 'new competitive battlefield', Grabler

needed to achieve sustainability along the entire chain. Old ways of

said data could provide insights about a product or supplier, adding an

working such as sending emails and Excel are too siloed to achieve the

additional dimension to existing commercial data on price or quantities

necessary transparency. Technology provides the efficient collaboration

to empower procurement managers to make more sustainable

tools needed for the different parties in the chain to achieve the overall

procurement decisions.

sustainability goals.

Going one step further, collected data, for example, about materials and components, in combination with advanced analytics and Artificial

The Made in Asia Symposium, this year in its eleventh edition, is organised by the French Chamber in Hong Kong.

Intelligence (AI), can help predict risk at product design or product development stages. Data creates transparency in the supply chain and in the products that consumers are buying, which is the first steppingstone to driving sustainability. We see a lot of pledging, goal setting, and strategising these days about sustainability and climate change, but we need to get into the execution of things. Technology is a great facilitator, what needs to happen now is a mindset change with companies accelerating the adoption of that available technology.

25 NOVEMBER 2021

SMART DATA & AI WILL

UNLOCK SUPPLY CHAIN ACCORDING TO INSIGHTS TOPO SOLUTIONS FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

71

...YOUR DIGITAL SALES EXECUTIVE 24/7 ‘AT DESK’ 365 DAYS A YEAR NEVER SICK NEVER ON HOLIDAY ONLY ON WHEN YOU NEED IT WON’T JOIN YOUR COMPETITOR NO CONTRACT NECESSARY DOWNLOAD THE FREE APP TODAY

72

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

73

TECH & DIGITALISATION NEWS 17 DECEMBER 2021

T42 IOT TRACKING SOLUTIONS SUPPLYING

SHIPPING CONTAINER TRACKING SOLUTIONS IN LATIN AMERICA

t

tracking needs. t42's state-of-the-art solutions provide 24/7 real-time monitoring, cloud-based analytics, enhanced security and actionable

42 IoT Tracking Solutions PLC, which provides IoT driven real-

data for target customers which includes ports, cargo owners,

time tracking, monitoring, analysis and security solutions for the

shipping companies, freight forwarders, insurance companies, customs

global container and freight market, is pleased to announce that

authorities and homeland security and police.

it has secured an agreement with a Latin America consortium (the 'Customer') for the sale and distribution of t42's shipping container

This Agreement follows the Company's announcements on 22 October

tracking devices, including its 'Tetis' and Lokies' products, and SaaS

and 3 November 2021, in which it was reported that negotiations for

related revenues (the 'Agreement').

potential new contracts were in advanced stage discussions for the supply of Starcom's various devices for the tracking and monitoring of containers

The Agreement is for no fixed term but provides a framework for the

and related items. The Directors of t42 were seeking to conclude at

Customer to order up to a certain amount of product from t42 through

least one contract before the end of this year and in addition to this

to the end of 2024, with ongoing SaaS revenues on units deployed,

Agreement, discussions also continue with other potential customers for

which could result in overall revenues in excess of US$40 million if

similar contracts, particularly in South America and the USA.

the maximum number of product units indicated by the Customer are deployed. Whilst there is no commitment for the Customer to order

We are delighted to announce our first sales and distribution

a minimum amount, the Agreement provides that exclusivity for a Latin

partnership in Latin America, with potentially significant revenues

American country will only be granted to the Customer if the total

over the four-year period, which would make it the largest contract

orders indicated in the Agreement are placed in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

in the Company's history. This reflects our new strategic focus on the

However, there is no guarantee on total revenues at this stage and the

global shipping container market and is expected to be the first of

exact annual offtake of products under the Agreement is still subject to

a number of deals in this sector that we hope to complete over the

further discussion and is expected to be more clearly defined as work

coming months. The Board believes that considerable losses for global

under the Agreement progresses.

shipping and logistics companies, which have been estimated at US$50bn annually, and disruption to supply chains globally could be prevented

The Customer is a Latin America consortium of five leading local

by widespread adoption of t42's real-time monitoring solutions. The

companies which provide data information to the port authorities for

Company is therefore keen to spread the benefits of its tracking

a major regional port in Latin America and it is expected that further

technology as widely as possible around the world and thereby deliver

opportunities will arise from this relationship over the next few years.

significant improvements in reliability and efficiency of global supply

The consortium will assist port authorities to track and monitor goods

chain processes. This will in turn drive down costs for the shipping

in transit and to increase taxation revenues.

industry, and hence for end user consumers. With discussions now well advanced on a promising pipeline of substantial projects within the

The Company's new strategy is to target the multibillion-dollar global

sector, we look forward to providing further updates in due course.

shipping container industry, where the Board sees immense unmet asset

Avi Hartmann, CEO, t42

74

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

The Digital Freight Alliance from DP World celebrates its

This announcement is a testament to the success of our ongoing

2,000th member. Rapid growth with 1,000 members in less

commitment to enabling freight forwarders worldwide to prosper

than a year attests to surging interest.

during difficult times. The alliance is the ultimate ecosystem of

D

applications, sharpening logistics workflows featuring shipping

P World, the leading provider of smart supply chain solutions,

schedules, point-to-point cargo tracking, online quotations,

today announced that its independent freight forwarding

paperwork automation, smart booking management and much

membership network, the Digital Freight Alliance (DFA),

more. Demand for digital solutions has never been higher and will

has hit the 2,000 mark in its rapid expansion of members since its

only keep growing. We are leveraging technology to create value

foundation in 2020.

for our customers and help drive growth.

Mike Bhaskaran,

Digital Freight Alliance members benefit from a suite of web-based

Chief Operating Officer, Logistics & Technology, DP World

logistics and supply chain tools, which help to save time and money.

Members also have access to a global freight forwarding network that

Jaydeep Mehta, Director, Mehta Brothers Freight Forwarders

allows them to expand opportunities for their business and meet

Pvt. Ltd, spoke of the company’s membership of the Digital

freight partners globally with coverage currently extending to over 190

Freight Alliance:

countries.

Alliance as it presented a good opportunity for mutual and

We chose to be part of the Digital Freight

beneficial growth, and our incorporation was very smooth. Our Through networking, members can help each other understand

alliance with the DFA is only for a year but I would certainly

the market and how to approach customers with more certainty.

extend this partnership long into the future because of the

Membership offers the opportunity to increase sales online by using its

transparency it brings to our business.

Logistics Explorer rate management solution. With a dedicated Account Manager to promote their services even more, members can get access

For more information visit df-alliance.com

to cutting-edge web-tools for digital logistics transformation.

About DP World: Payment protection for members offers peace of mind for

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end

transportation transactions between members, delivering industry

supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the

leading compensation lead times. The DFA will be introducing a further

globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services

range of products related to trade finance and container leasing in 2022.

covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

30 NOVEMBER 2021

DP WORLD CELEBRATES

2,000 MEMBERS

OF THE

DIGITAL FREIGHT ALLIANCE FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

75

Building apps for the freight industry

We create tailor-made apps for freight and logistics companies, so you can communicate better with your customers and clients.

Increase your visibility to your clients and customers

Increase customer loyalty and engagement

Take bookings and orders directly from your app

Market your company more directly, saving money

Provide your customers with a social platform

Maximise your value to your customers

Build brand recognition

Stand out from the crowd

Some of the benefits of FreightApp 76

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Some of the functions Company profile Easy access to your company overview.

Employee directory Showcase the brains behind your business and have a searchable directory with profiles for each of your staff members.

Quote request

Allow your customers to request a quotation directly from the app.

Enquiries

A simple and user-friendly contact form to handle any customer enquiries.

Company news

The perfect feature for keeping your customers updated with latest news and posts.

Services

Air freight? Sea freight?

Include all your company services.

Get in touch with the team today...

Track & trace

Track your shipment’s location and delivery with your chosen third-party platform intergrated with your app.

Capacity & return loads

List your capacity / return loads with real-time notifications directly to your customer mobile devices.

Job section

Recruitment platform on which companies can post their latest vacancies. Candidates can apply directly from the app.

Booking form

Make it easy for clients to get in touch with their requirements directly from the app.

Push notifications

Schedule your notifications to be sent at specific times or send geofenced notifications to your clients based on their location.

+44 (0)1454 628 777 hello@freightapp.design FORWARDER magazine FreightApp.design

ISSUE69

77

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS Opportunities to network and promote your services.

Related topics Conferences Expositions Networking

Sponsored by

78 78 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

1 DECEMBER 2021

LOGISTICS UK’S

WELSH LOGISTICS LUNCH A SELL-OUT SUCCESS

A

fter facing a particularly challenging year, Welsh logistics businesses took time out last week to celebrate the sector’s achievements over the past 12 months, with more than 200

of the industry’s leading names gathering at the Cardiff Marriott Hotel on 26 November 2021 for the sell-out Logistics UK annual Welsh Lunch.

Sponsored by Watts Truck and Van, attendees enjoyed live entertainment from internationally renowned comedian Keith Farnan – a familiar face on BBC's 'Michael Mcintyre’s Comedy Roadshow' – with addresses from Ian Jarman, Chair of Logistics UK’s Welsh Freight Council and ATF Manager at Owens Group, and David Wells, Chief Executive of Logistics

Logistics UK is one of the UK’s leading business groups, representing

UK. During the lunch, attendees took the time to reconnect with

logistics businesses which are vital to keeping the UK trading, and more

industry peers and debate informally the key issues and opportunities

than seven million people directly employed in the making, selling and

facing the sector with logistics experts from across the country.

moving of goods. With COVID-19, Brexit, new technology and other disruptive forces driving change in the way goods move across borders

The event helped to raise vital funds for the Velindre Cancer Trust,

and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important

through a charity raffle with prizes donated kindly by Faun Zoeller UK,

to UK plc. Logistics UK supports, shapes and stands up for safe and

Owens Group, and Euro Commercials Ltd, in addition to Logistics UK

efficient logistics, and is the only business group which represents

and the charity itself.

the whole industry, with members from the road, rail, sea and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and

Now in its 37th year, Logistics UK’s Welsh Lunch has established

manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement

itself as the industry’s unmissable social event; I am so pleased this year’s

of goods. For more information about the organisation and its work,

event was another sell-out success with top calibre entertainment and

including its ground-breaking research into the impacts of COVID-19

an incredible response from attendees. While the impact of Covid-19

on the whole supply chain, please visit logistics.org.uk

and Brexit made 2021 a challenging year for the economy, logistics businesses have risen to each test with determination and resolve; I am proud to have had the opportunity to recognise the industry’s achievements in person and I look forward to another successful year for Welsh logistics.

David Wells, Chief Executive, Logistics UK

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

79

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS NEWS 10 DECEMBER 2021

LOGISTICS UK ANNOUNCES

���� AWARD WINNERS

O

ne of the UK’s biggest business groups, Logistics UK has

Clipper Logistics was the evening’s biggest winner, scooping two awards

announced the winners of its 2021 Logistics Awards, following

and a highly commended award, while Stagefreight retained its title as

celebratory gala dinner held at the Park Plaza Westminster

the Road Freight Operator of the Year. Nicola Foley, Assistant General

Bridge on Thursday 9 December 2021, with entertainment provided by

Manager of Wincanton was named as the logistics industry’s Rising Star

talented stand-up comedian, podcaster and radio presenter, Ed Gamble.

for 2021 and received her award from the Princess Royal. The awards

In the presence of guest of honour, Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal,

were sponsored by organisations including AEB (International) Ltd,

businesses including Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK, PD Ports and Menzies

AIPUT (Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust), Brigade Electronics,

Distribution scooped awards, with a special achievement award for work

DDC FPO, Clarios – VARTA Batteries, Logistics UK Fuel Card and

during the COVID-19 pandemic being made to Alliance Healthcare. Leigh

Logistics UK Recovery Service.

Pomlett, former director of CEVA and outgoing president of Logistics UK, was presented with the annual Lifetime Achievement award.

80

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

The Logistics Awards 2021 recognise and celebrate "the best of the best"; the companies and individuals who have made a significant contribution to the logistics and supply industry over the past 12 months

THE WINNERS OF THE LOGISTICS AWARDS 2021

and who excel in their fields. As the only business group representing

Rising Star

UK logistics, Logistics UK is well placed to identify the stars within our

Nicola Foley, Assistant General Manager, Wincanton

industry; our winners are truly exceptional, and I am thrilled to have

Innovative Product

this opportunity to present them with their awards.

Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK for Mercedes-Benz Actros

David Wells, Chief Executive, Logistics UK

Diversity Champion Gemini Corporation NV

With full multimodal representation, shortlisted entrants working across

Highly commended: Clipper Logistics

all freight sectors were recognised for their outstanding commitment,

Public Services Operator of the Year

knowledge and expertise.

Clipper Logistics International Shipper of the Year Radwell International Environmental Champion of the Year Hermes UK Logistics Partner of the Year Noatum Logistics Air Business of the Year CharterSync Most Innovative Company of the Year Clipper Logistics Water Business of the Year PD Ports Van Operator of the Year Menzies Distribution Rail Freight Operator Maritime Transport Ltd Road Freight Operator Stagefreight Special COVID Award Alliance Healthcare Highly commended: Fresh Pastures

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

81

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS NEWS

STOCEXPO ���� 30 NOVEMBER 2021

UNVEILS A FULL, FUTURE-FOCUSED CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

S

tocExpo, the largest and longest running international bulk

Expert sessions will be delivered by Eduard Smits, Associate Director

liquid storage event, which returns 8-10 March 2022 at the

of Accenture, Manoj Mathew, Industry 4.0 leader at Cognizant, Leo

Rotterdam Ahoy, has unveiled a jam-packed conference

Brand, CIO of Vopak, Mark Noordhoek-Hegt, CEO of Nxtport

programme exploring the future of liquid storage.

International, Jelle Swanenberg, COO of Smartflow, Sam Reid, CEO of Dearman Systems, Mark Waddington, Director and Senior Consultant

The conference will take place over all three days of the event, and

of Channoil Consulting, and Berend R. Paasman, Senior Vice President

will feature some of the bulk liquid storage sector’s best and brightest

of DNB Bank ASA.

exploring the industry’s hottest themes; energy transition, digitalisation, robotics, and the future of the industry.

Day three – Hydrogen (10 March) will take a deep dive into largescale and underground hydrogen storage and the implication of future

Day one – Energy Transition (8 March) will explore the tank storage

technologies for the industry. Speakers will include Catherine Gras,

industry’s role in the future of energy storage, looking at changing

CEO of Storengy UK & Germany, Dider Wesoly from Geostock Green

capacity requirements by location, future market shares of biofuels,

Storage, and Earl Crochet, owner of Crochet Midstream Consulting.

hydrogen and LNG, flow battery storage, and geopolitical intrigue impacting the European tank storage sector.

Day three will also see Natalie Gupta, Director Bunkering Value Chain Partnerships and Economics at Yara International introduce us to

Speakers will include Lucia Van Geuns, Strategic Advisor for Energy

world’s first green ammonia bunkering terminal. There will be a Next-

at the Hague Centre for Strategic Studies, Guido Dalessi, as well as

Gen lunchtime session featuring the StocExpo Forty Under 40, and the

representatives from some of the sectors biggest names, including

conference will close with a roundtable discussing Women in Tanks.

Evos, HG Storage International, Exolum, Naturgy, Scale Gas, Alkion Terminals, Deloitte Consulting, Navigator Terminals, Odfjell, Mabanaft, VTTI and the North Sea Port.

There is a lot in the air for the bulk liquid storage sector right now. With environmental changes, and an ever-shifting political and regulatory environment, on top of new technologies in robotics and

Day two – Digitalisation & Robotics (9 March) will focus on the

digitalisation, it’s a time of great change for the industry. The conference

digitalisation of the industry, Industry 4.0, better data management and

at StocExpo 2022 has been carefully curated to explore and address all

the benefits of data sharing. A special presentation from Siemens will

of these issues, one by one, to help companies plan for the future and

give delegates a glimpse at the tank terminal of the future, and the day

improve their present-day operations, so the industry as a whole can

will close with a focus on robotics, hosted by SPRINT Robotics.

move forward into the rest of the 20s with confidence. We’re really looking forward to seeing everyone in March.

Rikki Bhachu, Head of Marketing, StocExpo StocExpo will take place 8–10 March 2022 at the Rotterdam Ahoy.

82

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

W

ebfleet Solutions has won the European Transport

WEBFLEET allows fleet managers to improve fuel usage, for example,

Award for Sustainability 2022. The award, from

analyse driving behaviour to promote greener driving styles and ensure

German trade magazine Transport, recognises

the most economical routes are being taken to reduce emissions.

companies in the transport and commercial vehicle industry for their

With its solution for electric vehicles, the telematics provider helps

ongoing commitment to sustainability, with the winners chosen by an

fleets maximise the value of their EVs and enables those that want

independent panel of experts. The leading provider of fleet management

to adopt electric models to do so effectively. Webfleet Solutions also

solutions received the accolade in the ‘Telematics’ category.

believes in sustainable operations and is actively reducing its own carbon footprint. The company recently launched an initiative to reduce the

Wolfgang Schmid, Sales Director D-A-CH at Webfleet Solutions,

use of plastic in hardware packaging and has also partnered with global

accepted the award together with Jeremy Gould, Vice President Sales

NGO Justdiggit to offset the carbon emissions from its supply chain and

at Webfleet Solutions.

facilities by supporting replanting and reforestation projects in Africa.

As part of Our Green Mission, we strive to

build a more sustainable future for mobility by lowering our own carbon footprint and helping our customers reduce their carbon emissions. This

Through Justdiggit, Webfleet Solutions has, to date, invested in

award recognises our ambitions and achievements.

regreening an area in Tanzania four times larger than the centre of Amsterdam, resulting in 51,800 tonnes of CO2 being sequestrated

With its WEBFLEET software-as-a-service solution, Webfleet Solutions

through bringing back over 130,000 trees.

supports its customers to implement more sustainable fleet operations.

22 NOVEMBER 2021

WEBFLEET SOLUTIONS RECEIVES

EUROPEAN TRANSPORT AWARD FOR SUSTAINABILITY FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

83

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS NEWS 24 NOVEMBER 2021

LOGISTICS UK HOSTS SUMMIT ADDRESSING

ECONOMIC IMPORTANCE OF THE SHORT STRAITS

T

he UK short straits, the trading routes across the narrowest

The Port of Dover, and the short straits as a whole, is an asset of

parts of the English Channel, are a vital asset in Britain’s

strategic national importance. Not only of itself, but also in providing the

supply chain but unaddressed issues with border controls and

resilience for the UK at times of global supply chain stress. Handling 33%

transport infrastructure may impact their resilience and sustainability,

of all UK trade with the EU, the market continues to choose Dover and

according to Logistics UK, the business group representing the industry.

the short straits for the speed, capacity, resilience and service frequency

Hosting its first Short Straits Summit this week in Westminster, Logistics

that is only achievable on the shortest crossing to Europe. The latest

UK was joined by members of the House of Commons and Lords,

research, revealed in the Logistics UK summit, shows the increasingly

councillors, government officials and representatives from organisations

significant positive economic contribution we make. However, to ensure

including the Port of Dover, Getlink, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries, DFDS,

this incredibly efficient passenger, trade and logistics artery is maximised

and the British Ports Association (BPA) to address how to maximise

for the future, it is essential that government addresses the looming

the efficiency of these crucial international links and discuss the issues

threats to the traffic fluidity, such as the EU Entry Exit System (EES) and

which could impact ongoing trading between the UK and EU.

support for new border control infrastructure.

Doug Bannister, Chief Executive, Port of Dover

The summit was presented with data from Oxera and Ernst & Young which highlighted the role of the straits in the UK economy and their

With 26% of all trade between the UK and Europe going through the

importance in supporting trade routes across the whole of the UK and

Channel Tunnel alone, the short straits is the most important travel and

EU and beyond.

trading route between the UK and continental Europe for a very good reason: industry, retail and consumers all prefer to cross the Channel by

The short straits are a critical piece of national economic

the fastest and most flexible means. It is in the interests of the economy

infrastructure – 59% of all UK-EU trade passes through these areas

and of consumers that we continue to ensure these rapid and smooth

– so ensuring their resilience is key to facilitating and maximising

flows of traffic across the Channel now and into the future.

international trade. However, there are issues that must be overcome:

John Keefe, Director of Public Affairs, Getlink

most notably, Logistics UK is pressing government to address the EU’s impending Entry Exit System (EES), which would require all non-EU

Natalie Elphicke OBE, the MP for Dover and Deal, Sir Roger Gale, the

citizens – including commercial vehicle drivers – to exit their vehicles at

MP for North Thanet, and Baroness Hamwee, Chair of the Justice and

French border controls at Dover and Folkstone to undertake passport

Home Affairs Select Committee all attended the summit.

checks; in addition to compromising the safety of drivers, it would also delay just-in-time supply chains. At Logistics UK, we are so pleased our first Short Straits Summit was attended by so many crucial individuals and organisations in our sector; we look forward to continuing to work together to maximise the efficiency and resilience of Britain’s short straits in the months and years to come.

Alex Veitch, Deputy Director Public Policy, Logistics UK; event Chair

84

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

P

erishable Movements Ltd took centre stage at this year’s

extensive operations as an import/export logistics business specialising

Fresh Produce Consortium Fresh Awards ceremony, with the

in the transfer of temperature sensitive freight by air, road, and sea, with

global logistics and supply chain solutions business winning two

12 managers reporting directly into him. When the full impact of the

categories: Manager of the Year and the special Hero award.

global coronavirus pandemic began to play out in terms of the difficulties associated with maintaining the transfer of important food supplies both

The widely acclaimed industry event, which took place at Old Billingsgate

within the UK and abroad, Ryan worked tirelessly, putting in 15-16-hour

in the heart of the city of London on Friday 19th November, was hosted

days, seven days a week, co-ordinating between 10 and 20 trucks a day

by comedian and TV / radio presenter Patrick Kielty who skilfully led

to facilitate the safe arrival of produce that would previously have been

the proceedings to reveal the winners across 19 categories.

transferred by air. He was also accountable for identifying three to four flights a day out of the UK and Europe, to enable the export of goods from

PML’s Technical Director Richard Hoyte (who was Production and

this country and thanks to his innovative thinking and refusal to accept

Transport Manager when the award entry was prepared) was crowned

defeat, not a single client was compromised, and every consignment was

Manager of the Year, in recognition of his exceptional achievements over

successfully delivered to its intended destination.

the last year, which include navigating BRC Global Stand for Food Safety Certification issue 7 and 8 for PML’s packhouse; the improvements made

I’m delighted to see both Richard and Ryan receive these prestigious

to productivity at the company’s packing facility; the implementation of a

accolades, which recognise the major contribution both have made to

dedicated QC department and Richard’s impressive ‘can do’ approach even

the business in the last 12 months – and beyond. While PML is a global

in the face of adversity. Richard, who has been with PML for 11 years, has

player, with impressive future growth and expansion plans, the company

proved himself to be a major asset to the business and his role has been

originally started out as a family business with a strong commitment to

critical to developing an ever-improving service to PML’s customers.

upholding the highest standard of customer service while establishing a supportive working environment, which places staff development and

26-year-old Ryan Parr, Operations Director at PML won the Hero award

wellbeing at the heart of its operations. These awards represent clear

– which celebrates an individual who has made a significant impact in the

evidence that the founding ethos of the business is still very much alive and

face of the challenging circumstances associated with the pandemic and

deeply embedded in the PML culture. Congratulations and huge thanks

who has shown dedication over and above during the Covid crisis. Ryan

to Richard and Ryan for their outstanding performance and loyalty.

was recently promoted to the role of Operations Director at the tender

Mike Parr, Managing Director, PML

age of 25, making him the youngest Director in the company’s 18-year

29 NOVEMBER 2021

PML ON A WINNING STREAK

history. As Operations Director, Ryan assumes responsibility for all PML’s

AT THE FPC FRESH AWARDS FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

85

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

Sponsored by

86 86 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

9 DECEMBER 2021

DOVER HAMILTON NAVIGATES

POST-BREXIT CUSTOMS COMPLEXITIES WITH DESCARTES’ e-CUSTOMS

D

escartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-

We recognised that Brexit offered a business opportunity, specifically

intensive businesses in commerce, is helping customs

for road freight imports and exports with the EU. Descartes’ e-Customs

clearance agent Dover Hamilton Ltd.’s customers navigate

is a comprehensive, efficient and user-friendly platform for customs

post-Brexit EU customs complexities and grow their business with

declarations. It is highly flexible and is incredibly easy to train our

Descartes’ e-Customs.

customs agents on. One of the most valuable aspects for us is the ability to access it from a secure system when connected to the internet locally

Established immediately after Brexit in January 2020, Dover Hamilton

or through an encrypted laptop, as this enables us to optimise our

Ltd has put together a team with expert knowledge of new Brexit

customer responsiveness. The level of Brexit expertise at Descartes has

regulations, customs clearance processes, procedures and compliance

been exemplary and has supported us in driving our business growth.

– many of whom closely monitored the changes as they were drafted

Monica Stefan, EU-GB General Customs Manager, Dover Hamilton Ltd

and published by Government lawmakers. In the last eighteen months, the company has grown into an international organisation with three

We’re proud to be supporting Dover Hamilton’s customs brokerage

branches across the UK and Europe. Following the UK’s decision to leave

business as it continues to grow. Dover Hamilton spotted an opportunity

the EU, Dover Hamilton identified an opportunity to work closely with its

in the market and has developed its expertise and knowledge to offer

customers - predominantly small- and medium-sized businesses - to help

its customers an exemplary service in response to the market changes

them optimise their road freight import and export operations within the

caused by Brexit - and is consequently thriving.

UK, whilst ensuring regulatory compliance at both origin and destination.

Pól Sweeney, VP Sales UK & Ireland, Descartes

Descartes’ e-Customs allows Dover Hamilton to offer exceptional customer service and a high level of responsiveness for its clients.

Descartes is supporting Dover Hamilton further by providing the Pentant CSP Badge for imports and exports at non-inventory ports and Dover.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

87

CUSTOMS CLEARANCE NEWS 19 NOVEMBER 2021

UNSWORTH HOST PORT TOUR FOR UK/EU SHIPPERS TO PROVIDE ANSWERS ON

POST-BREXIT CUSTOMS PROCESSES

I

n partnership with Hauts de France, Unsworth, a leading agri-food specialist and customs solution provider recognised that there was a need to bring together all the key industry players to collaboratively

present their challenges to the authorities.

They knew they needed to gain common solutions to their problems nine months on from Brexit. Unsworth have organised a port tour of Calais, updating attendees as to what is going on within the port environment, but more importantly, how best practice has evolved.

Attendees are gaining meaningful answers to their questions direct from the source, with Unsworth chairing a round table Q&A with Head of

who were not able to attend in person, we live-streamed the Q&A

Customs, Head of SIVEP, Head of the Port, and Director of Border and

online, where we had over 130 registrants.

Protocol Delivery Group, Short Straits.

This trip has been organised due to the necessary guidance and support Following on from the success of the first event held in early October,

that both traders and shippers still require post-Brexit. There has still

where over 76 attendees got first-hand insight into the Port of Calais,

been a lot of confusion and uncertainty around customs processes,

a second 2-day event has now taken place.

causing many businesses shipments to be severely delayed or cancelled altogether.

The event was designed to provide UK and EU-based shippers much needed clarity on how post-Brexit customs procedures work. This

The trip is intended to be as informative for the shippers as possible.

includes the full UK export process via Dover through to French import

With Q&A sessions set up with customs officials, attendees are given

and customs processes. Not only is it a fantastic educational trip but a

the valuable opportunity to ask their questions directly to ensure they

vital networking opportunity for shippers to engage with new customs

have tailored support and guidance.

brokers or fiscal representatives to help streamline their own processes.

Whilst aboard the ferry to Calais, the attendees will have an opportunity The event took place from Monday the 15th November to Tuesday

to experience the Freight Drivers Lounge. This is where drivers are

16th November 2021.

informed whether their vehicle has been cleared by French authorities to exit the port immediately on arrival or has been selected for further

The agenda for the trip included an exclusive stop at Sevington Inland

examination. This has been a huge topic with truck drivers. The coach

Border Facilities, Dover Port, new port terminal tour at Port of Calais

also exited via the orange lane to show shippers first-hand what the

and a Q&A session directly with Vets and customs officials. For those

route looks like for drivers.

88

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

A very well organised and informative tour.

Heather Mackey, Continuous Improvement Manager, Foyle Food Group

The success of the launch of the Short Straits User Forum and the desire for more attendees to join has led us to host another event, this time at the BIP of Dublin port. This will take place on Monday 29th November.

Really pleased to have joined this week's trip organised by the Unsworth team. Great hosts and really insightful observations for agri-

Holyhead / Dublin is also a very import strait for Food Traders. Those

food process at Border Control Posts.

who register will have a chance to gain first-hand insight into the vital

Rob Booth, Academy Trade & Customs Specialist, IOE&IT

import process into Ireland via Dublin and ask questions directly to Irish Customs/Daera official representatives as well as stopping at the

Since the Port of Calais Tour, the organisers have since set up the Short

various inspection sites.

Straits User Forum. It is run by UK shippers and was created with the aim of streamlining Port processes and to get better engagement from

This event is supported by the authorities of Dublin Port, Irish

all at the Port of Calais, Dunkirk, Dublin & Eurotunnel.

Customs and Controls Division with a focus on full UK export via Holyhead process to Dublin Ferry Port, import process walkthrough

It provides shippers the opportunity to access and ask questions directly

and tour by Port of Dublin followed by a Q&A session with Irish

to French customs and Sanitary officials, to check if there is storage

Customs and the Controls Division. Attendees will get the chance

space available in the area and anything further that can help facilitate

to hear the common errors encountered by the authorities which

frictionless trade.

delay the flow of your goods, the process changes which have made a difference for the Irish Importers.

The forums are held virtually on a monthly basis, with the goal of finding the best means of optimising and therefore smoothing the passages from the United Kingdom to France and EU countries, particularly in terms of customs and sanitary and phytosanitary controls.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

89

CUSTOMS CLEARANCE NEWS 14 DECEMBER 2021

TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS LAUNCHED TO

SIMPLIFY POST-BREXIT BORDER PROCESSES

D

P World is introducing a range of technology products aimed at simplifying and solving some of the post-Brexit import and export challenges.

The four products are...

BEEMS PRE-LODGEMENT

...offers a direct connection to the relevant government’s customs

The border requirements introduced in January 2021 led to reports

systems, enabling users to submit and verify movement records. It is

of confusion across the industry on what documentation was required

currently available for any designated GB pre-lodgement route supporting

for each journey and how to generate it, which resulted in incorrect

GVMS, will be available on the Irish Sea in the near future and allow

paperwork being presented at port check-ins and longer waiting times.

customers to receive updates from the French ‘Enveloppe Logistique’.

With the next set of border requirements, for cargo movements from

SAFETY & SECURITY DECLARATIONS

Europe to the UK, expected to cause more disruption when they are

...is an easy-to-use platform for creating and submitting these mandatory

introduced in January 2022, and tighter enforcement expected at EU

declarations for the GB and France. The same functionality will be

ports, organisations across the supply chain fear further disruption with

available for the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland at a later

detrimental impacts on costs, profit margins and journey times.

date. (Without a complete Safety and Security Declaration goods could be blocked at the border and hefty fines may be issued.)

As the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, DP World is launching BEEMS Border Management Products, a set of easy-to-use cloud-based products aimed at helping all areas of the supply chain to get to take control of their border requirements, quickly and cost effectively.

CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS

...is an HMRC compliant software platform designed to support both UK customs systems for processing declarations, CHIEF and CDS. The first release of the product has been launched focusing on the

The online tools, which will be available on DP World’s technology

core functionality to enable customers to submit import and export

solution platform, CARGOES Community, will enable users to manage

declarations, with more enhancements being phased in during the first

the processes more efficiently, while also providing the reassurance

half of 2022.

of full compliance with the regulations. Their use is also expected to help reduce check-in times and traffic at ports, as drivers will be better equipped with the digital paperwork they require, with less potential for language barrier issues.

TRAVEL WALLET

...is a digital platform that guides users through which documents to submit - based on the exact route and cargo – and then generates one easy to use barcode to help drivers with a smooth and fast check-in

BEEMS Border Management Products is comprised of four separate

at ports. This neutral product will be offered to customers by any

products that can be used individually or together and are being phased

ferry operators who choose to partner with DP World CARGOES

in and enhanced over 2021 and 2022. Once the full suite of fully enhanced

Community on it. P&O Ferries, which is also part of the DP World

products has been brought to market, they will offer a complete automated

Group, is expected to launch the Travel Wallet in the coming weeks.

one-stop-shop for post-Brexit border management compliance.

90

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Road Freight & Customs Clearance Specialist between Turkey ← → UK ← → Ireland

Road freight

Customs clearance

Warehousing & distribution

Sea freight

Freight forwarding

Specialists in the Turkish market

In-house customs clearance

Over 250 trailers within our fleet

T1 service provider

Large subcontracted vehicle network

Warehousing & Distribution

Out-of-Gauge shipments

Express service

ADR-trained drivers

Member of the pallet network TPN

Group companies

Contact IKRA Park, Mulberry Way, Belvedere, Kent DA17 6AN

DGS Belvedere (Head Office) +44 (0)20 8311 9111 sales@dailygroupage.com

DGS Dover (Non-EU Customs) +44 (0)1304 201 007 dover@atanak.com

dailygroupage.com

DGS Folkestone (EU Customs) +44 (0)1303 768 574 european@atanak.com

DGS Dublin +353 868503242 kevin@clearingcustoms.ie

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

91

INDUSTRY SERVICES

Organisations and bodies that provide essential support to the freight and logistics industries.

Related topics Warehousing Insurance & legal Vehicles & equipment

Sponsored by

92 92 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

8 DECEMBER 2021

COP26 PRESIDENT ALOK SHARMA PRAISES TOWER COLD CHAIN FOR

SUSTAINABLE PHARMA LOGISTICS

P

harmaceutical thermal protection specialist Tower Cold Chain

Tower’s extensive product offering is all fully reusable, reflecting its

has welcomed an influential visitor, fresh from his duties as

global focus on promoting circularity in cold chain delivery. Thanks to

President of the COP26 summit, to see first-hand the role it

the innovative internal and external structural design of its containers,

has played in transporting COVID vaccines in a safe and sustainable way.

their robustness and reliability in turn ensures Tower solutions are

The Rt Hon Alok Sharma, Member of Parliament for Reading West,

fully reusable – often recirculated thousands of times in their lifetime – significantly minimising waste through longevity.

recently visited Tower’s headquarters located in his constituency in Theale. Here, Alok was able to witness the company’s innovative

Alok said,

developments in robust, reliable, and reusable temperature-controlled

sustainable pharmaceutical logistics which, during my visit, I heard

I was delighted to visit Tower Cold Chain, who deliver

pharmaceutical supply chain solutions.

includes the transport of vital vaccines to combat covid. As such they are playing their role in keeping people safe. It was good to learn that a local firm is now a leader in the pharmaceutical logistics industry, providing high value technical and scientific jobs and helping to put Theale on the map.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

93

INDUSTRY SERVICES NEWS 30 NOVEMBER 2021

TOWER LAUNCHES ‘GAME-CHANGING’ SOLUTION FOR THE

TRANSPORT OF TEMPERATURE-CRITICAL PHARMACEUTICALS

T

he launch of the latest solution from pharmaceutical thermal protection specialist Tower Cold Chain is cited as a 'game changer' by customers who have tested the new KTM42D

Tower Double Euro Pallet Ultra Cold in the field.

The KTM42D is a fully reusable double-pallet temperature-controlled packaging container, for the transportation and extended storage of products that require an internal temperature range of -80˚C to -60˚C.

By using a passive temperature control system that removes the need for external power, and datalogging technology to provide real-time

It is therefore ideally suited for the transportation of vaccines, life

confirmation of the internal temperature, no human intervention is

science products and any other product requiring a stable temperature

required during transportation.

environment during transportation or storage.

Instead, the KTM42D features an easy load and unload process through The 'game changing' nature of the KTM42D lies in the use of Tower’s

double door access. With less than five-minute load-and-reload time,

proven robust, reliable and reusable technology, to achieve the optimum

human contact with dry-ice is minimised to help maintain industry-

balance between ultra-low temperatures, shipment size, simplicity of

leading health and safety working conditions.

use, and re-usability.

Temperature is consistent throughout the payload to prevent any All of our solutions are developed to meet the needs of pharmaceutical

temperature differentiation in container. Indeed, when stored in a

manufacturers, 3PL providers and airlines. As such, the KTM42D has been

(-20°C) freezer unit the KTM42D maintains temperatures of under

designed to accept two full Euro pallets and maintain the stored contents

-60°C for over nine days and can be replenished with dry ice in under

at less than –60°C for over 94 hours. Initial feedback has been beyond our

five minutes, providing unlimited deep freeze time.

expectations, with one partner calling it a ‘game changer.’ We can’t wait to show customers everything that the KTM42D can do.

The KTM42D is available across Tower’s growing global network of

Niall Balfour, Managing Director, Tower Cold Chain

strategically located hubs, providing availability within 24 hours or less.

In addition, all KTM42Ds are fully reusable, helping customers to meet

The KTM42D is compatible with all major modes of transit delivery,

sustainability targets with a circular solution for their pharmaceutical

including wide-bodied aircraft, reefers and all road-transport options.

supply chain.

94

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL UK WAREHOUSING UK WAREHOUSING SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS n Advertise n Advertise spacespace n Findn space Find space n Extensive n Extensive UK UK

coverage coverage n All types n All types of of warehousing warehousing n Handling n Handling & order & order management management n Flexible n Flexible termsterms n Paynas Pay you asgo you go n Leasing n Leasing adviceadvice and and support support

NETWORK NETWORK - FLEXIBILITY - FLEXIBILITY - SERVICE - SERVICE CALL CALL TODAY TODAY 01604 842244 •01604 Les:01604 07768 148208 • Clare: 07585 141247 842244 842244 info@warehouse-space.co.uk info@warehouse-space.co.uk www.warehouse-space.co.uk www.warehouse-space.co.uk

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69 ISSUE58

95 87

INDUSTRY SERVICES NEWS 16 DECEMBER 2021

THEFT FROM WAREHOUSE FACILITIES IS

PRIMARY CARGO CRIME IN THE MIDDLE EAST Crime report from TT Club and BSI finds over three-quarters of cargo theft occurs at logistics hubs and warehouses, with Free Trade Zone (FTZ) particularly vulnerable locations.

T

he well-established collaboration between international freight transport insurer, TT Club and the supply chain services and solutions team at BSI, the business improvement and

standards company has produced the latest report on trends in the theft of goods entitled, ‘Cargo Crime in Gulf Countries and Regional Free Trade Zones’¹. Intended as a risk mitigation tool for transport

Cargo Crime in Gulf Countries and Regional Free Trade Zones

operators, its timing might be more relevant given the spike in cargo movements running-up to the seasonal festivities.

Key findings include: • 76% of cargo theft is from warehouse and storage facilities • Crime hot-spots in UAE & Saudi Arabia

TT Club and BSI Connect SCREEN Intelligence

• High-value goods such as electronics targeted • Insider assistance and corruption plays a prominent role • Smuggling of illicit contraband prevalent in Free trade Zones (FTZ) Our reports are intended to alert those in the supply chain to the variable and developing trends in the risk of cargo theft during intermodal transportation. The unique combination of BSI sourced data on criminal activity and TT Club’s insurance claims records provides

The report highlights that warehouse thefts and supply chain corruption

valuable intelligence to operators. Regular updates of this nature are

are the stand-outs, with a concentration on higher risk areas across the

essential as criminal gangs are constantly altering their points of attack.

United Arab Emirates (UAE) and in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

The current prevalence of supply chain congestion, delays, disruption,

The role special economic zones play in the Middle East also effects

and in the Middle East region in particular packed warehouses, makes

regional disparities in cargo theft.

such information critical.

Mike Yarwood, TT Club

96

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

There is also valuable guidance on mitigating the risk contained in the report. These guidelines cover avoiding the introduction of drugs into shipments; reducing theft from facilities and combating counterfeit smuggling, all of which are of particular concern in the Middle East region.

Free Trade Zones (FTZ) are a significant feature of the regional economy and represent potential vulnerabilities for supply chains by virtue of facilitating high volumes of trade under simplified customs procedures that can provide opportunities for criminals to act. Furthermore, as Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies return to pre-pandemic levels, and data provided by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) is projecting growth in trade², it is possible that criminals will also seek

Operators should be consistent in their vigilance, especially in the

to exploit these higher volumes of cargo throughput to introduce illicit

current season of festivities when the movement of gifts is at a peak,

drugs and counterfeited products into shipments.

recommends Yarwood.

TT’s intention is to help reduce theft

related loss and to that end these reports offer loss prevention advice The IRU, together with its members and partners, continues to

to complement the joint analysis of current trends. As well as financial

strengthen global transport supply chains, notably through the

damage these incidents can cause severe operational disruption and

implementation of international standards such as TIR for compliance

unquantifiable reputational damage to supply chain service providers.

management and security, and through innovative training to help road

As a consequence, it remains of key importance to the transport

transport professionals identify risks and adapt operations to avoid

industry to identify, prevent and report any criminal activity.

security threats.

Umberto de Pretto,

¹ A PDF of the full report is available for free download here

Secretary General, International Road Transport Union

² https://go.iru.org/9N

PLEASE GET IN TOUCH & SEND US YOUR NEWS

editor@forwardermagazine.comFORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

97

INDUSTRY SERVICES NEWS 6 DECEMBER 2021

NO BETTER TIME TO

USE FREIGHT FORWARDERS SAYS FREIGHT ASSOCIATION

T

his weekend’s news that many small importers are not

The news followed yet another reminder from HMRC last week

prepared for January 1st 2022, when full import controls for

that traders need to prepare for customs changes that come into effect

goods from the EU will apply, means that there is no better

at the beginning of the new year. Given the amount of information

time to use the services of a freight forwarder that specialises in import

that has been issued by the government over the past 12 months, and

and export customs declarations.

the amount of information that is available on the websites of various government departments, as well as trade associations, it is alarming

Robert Keen, director general of the British International Freight

that so many respondents said that they were unable to prepare for the

Association (BIFA) says that he was a little surprised to read that

introduction of the new rules, or were not aware of them. Along with

research by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) found a significant

the government, BIFA has made it clear that businesses should appoint

majority of small importers that will be impacted by the new rules and

a specialist to deal with import and export declarations, regardless of

checks are not yet prepared for their introduction in less than one

the amount or value of trade that the business does with Europe. That’s

month’s time. In Keen's words...

one of the many services that freight forwarding companies offer, so I would urge any business that is not fully prepared for the introduction of import controls from January 2022, to visit BIFA’s website to find the details of one of our members that can help them. Many of those members have made significant investments to be able to handle the major upsurge in activities in regards to customs processing both before and since the UK left the EU.

98

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

FASTER LEANER CLEANER Great Annual Savings Group (GAS) has helped logistics businesses with cost efficiency for more than nine years. » » »

Reduce variable costs Create more time for core business activities Lower carbon footprint

Energy Procurement

Energy Management

EV Charging Points

Business Telecoms

Water Procurement

For a free, no-obligation chat or quote, contact: Luke@freightsolutions.com 01454 628794

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

99

INDUSTRY SERVICES EXPERTS

I

t’s never good news when the words 'supply chain' are

The stress placed on supply chains globally will invariably lead

included in a headline. Something along the line has gone

to higher costs, meaning that strategic leveraging of emerging

wrong, and it likely affects several million people. Earlier this

information systems like AI will be pivotal for those looking to

year the Suez canal debacle grabbed headlines when a container

remain on track in construction and building.

ship beached itself. The blockage exasperated a supply chain that was already under stress from Covid-19 and cost roughly $6.7

Benefits of information systems

million per minute.

Complex information systems have been informing supply chain management decisions for a number of years. However, companies

In the UK, Atul Kariya, a partner at MHA, recently commented

are now looking to leverage technological developments to boost

that the labour shortages wreaking havoc on UK supply chains were

supply chain resiliency and improve their bottom lines. By adopting

not caused by Brexit but has been worsened by restrictions on

new information systems like predictive analysis, companies can

movement as a result of Brexit immigration rule changes, in addition

make more accurate forecasts of potential supply chain issues and

to tax measures.

can adapt their practices in response to increasing demands or potential areas of slack.

The Suez Canal blockage and Mr. Kariya’s comments reflect an underlying theme: supply chain issues rarely exist in isolation.

Information systems can also directly benefit the highly competitive

Instead, supply chain problems come in clusters. In the words of

building and construction industries. Knut Alicke, writing for McKinsey,

Jennifer Canstenon, writing for Forbes, 'it’s a messy paradigm.'

found that

early adopters to [AI] improve logistics costs by 15

percent, inventory levels by 35 percent, and service levels by 65 Trying to establish a route through the mess of supply chain

percent, compared with slower-moving competitors.

For those

management is tricky at the best of times. However, recent

in building and construction--who are often pitched directly against

developments in information systems show promising signs for the

competitors--a reduction of logistical cost and an increase in inventory

future. Widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is going to

management efficiency of this level is impossible to ignore (particularly

take time, but business leaders are already recognizing the potential

as the idea of self-building continues to grow in the UK and younger

risk-reducing benefits of AI-led supply chains. Construction is one

generations express significant interest in building their own homes).

industry that may benefit greatly from the wider adoption of AI in supply chain management, as it faces unique supply chain issues in

Hires you need to make

our post-pandemic reality.

In order to utilize information systems, companies need to hire information system specialists. Information system specialists

Supply chain issues in building & construction

are well-educated employees who combine various skills and

Building and construction companies currently face a number of

approaches. They are adept computer system managers and are

supply chain complications. This is a serious issue as poor supply

capable of maintaining and understanding key analytics, but they

chain management will lead to delays, fines, and inefficient business

also have the ability to look beyond the program and consider the

practices.

business as a whole.

In the UK, Darren Dodd, of the Financial Times, has warned that

An adept information system specialist should also be capable of

warehouses across the UK may run out of space within the year.

managing teams, as supply chain management typically utilizes an

Further reports have found that 8 out of 10 builders are currently

array of employees who assert their value and specialisms along

facing a materials shortage.

the supply chain.

100

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Risks to Consider The use of information systems in supply chain management is not a clearly defined science. It is impossible to predict the problems of tomorrow, and information systems must be redesigned to consider sustainability. In addition, AI relies on massive amounts of data in order to make accurate predictions.

Currently, there may not be enough data for AI to make accurate forecasts, and businesses that are transitioning to AI-led supply chain management may be feeling some growing pains. That said, the utilization of AI is all about patience. AI systems grow as data grows--as more data is made available, AI will have a greater tolerance and will contribute massively to the overall reduction of risk in supply chain management.

The future of building supply chains Researchers and business leaders are always looking to align developments in information systems with current business practices. Advancements in artificial intelligence and the technology we use for shipping and handling can increase the overall efficiency of a supply chain, which ultimately improves companies’ bottom lines.

While there will be significant growing pains with all new technologies, the future of building and construction points towards technological development and the adoption of AI in decision making.

Indiana Lee, contributing writer

INFORMATION SYSTEMS IMPACTING

CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY CHAINS FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

101

INDUSTRY SERVICES EXPERTS

T

ransporting hazardous materials poses several challenges

to logistical regulations and displaying all of the necessary information

for businesses, making it crucial that logistics providers

helps to verify where vehicles are able to travel, and routes that may

consider effective route optimisation and scheduling

be prohibited. For instance, access to certain tunnels is restricted,

software from the outset. Moving dangerous loads not only requires

based on the classification and product carried. Advanced routing and

great care and caution, but also needs to be meticulously planned

scheduling software enable the customer to generate an efficient,

in order to meet numerous safety restrictions limiting free passage.

effective and appropriate route plan, which also takes hazardous materials transportation requirements into consideration.

Logistics providers tasked with transporting hazardous goods must recognise the importance of a routing and scheduling solution

Driver Compliance

that considers each of the various compliance regulations to

This intelligent routing software also considers additional restrictions

support them in ensuring safe transportation, timely deliveries and

when optimising routes, such as vehicle width, weight and height,

effectively utilising the pool of available drivers. Andrew Tavener,

alongside the classification of the materials in transportation, providing

Head of Marketing, Descartes UK, explains how this can not only

solutions that support hazardous goods as part of the standard ‘truck

assist with the seamless transportation of hazardous goods, but

routing’ capability. In addition to effective planning software, mobile

also improve the overall safety, efficiency and compliance of drivers.

ePOD and navigation solutions can also be incorporated, with the aim to provide drivers with electronic forms detailing the contents

Identification, Classification and Regulation

of each load, alongside navigation instructions that avoid restricted

Attention to detail is vital when transporting hazardous materials;

areas. Utilising valuable planning software and navigation solutions

logistics providers must have full knowledge of the contents of

undeniably simplifies moving dangerous loads from A to B, creating a

all vehicles. Whilst this may appear incredibly straightforward,

smoother experience for drivers from the outset, avoiding inevitable

there may be certain materials they are unaware of, which could

delays and potentially large fines that could affect business operations.

present multiple potential hazards. For example, automotive parts are known to contain ferromagnetic materials, and may require

Fleet and compliance management can together ensure that delivery

specialist storage to meet health and safety requirements, as these

capacity can be successfully controlled, and logistics providers

materials can have a hazardous effect on aircraft instruments.

can utilise their pool of drivers to the optimum level, without

The United Nations’ ‘Recommendations on the Transport of

overworking staff, exceeding drivers’ hours and facing unnecessary

Dangerous Goods’ establishes a basic system for the safe transport

additional costs. Drivers’ hours compliance, vehicle safety checks,

of dangerous materials and defines nine classifications, with the

CPC verification and DVLA license information can be stored within a

aim to ultimately minimise the risk of accidents and reduce the

single compliance management platform, and operators can download

impact of incidents, should they occur.

digital tachograph data for analysis and reporting, whilst the vehicle is in operation to practice proactive driver compliance management.

Logistics companies are required to declare each load transported, specifying the hazard class, quantities, contents and the necessary

Using automated downloads of tachograph data via telematics

storage methods. Assessments are then made, assigning the

devices will improve driver compliance and guarantee time savings,

substances to one of three packing groups. A substance identification

as the data can be downloaded whilst the vehicle is en route and

number (UN number) is then allocated, ensuring that the item can be

any issues can be dealt with in a timely fashion. A mobile app can be

swiftly and clearly identified during transit. The UN numbers can be

programmed to prompt drivers and ensure that the correct safety

found on all transport documents, packages, containers and vehicles,

checks are being followed before the journey begins, detailing the

where a description of the substance can also be located. Adhering

processes and an audit trail of location, duration and the time

102

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

the checks were conducted. Any issues regarding the vehicle can be

With the correct model in place, organisations will be able to

flagged instantly, assuring operators that safety is not compromised

manage real-time challenges and adapt to changes as they happen,

due to roadworthiness. Giving drivers the option to use a handheld

without getting caught in delays as a result of poor planning

device also means that they can swiftly access dangerous goods

and a lack of data. The transportation of hazardous materials

notes (DGN) if they are required to display proof that the protocols

is a sensitive and potentially dangerous task, so it is critical for

and procedures have been met at any point on their journey, without

logistics providers to consider how advanced software could be

the nuisance of paperwork.

implemented to assist their drivers and ensure that they feel safe on each and every journey.

Efficient Operations and Real-time Data Implementing advanced routing software for transporting hazardous

Conclusion

materials ultimately increases the overall efficiency of operations.

The compliance and restrictions associated with handling and

Delivery capacity can be increased with fewer drivers, helping to

delivering hazardous materials requires the support of advanced

mitigate the well-publicised HGV driver shortage that is continuing

routing and scheduling to ensure that drivers only take appropriate

to challenge businesses across the UK.

routes, for the safety and efficiency of all. In turn, logistics providers can rest assured that the only hazard they will come up against when

Software that uses data in real-time is able to accurately predict

it comes to route planning is the load they are transporting.

the duration of each journey and the directional flow of traffic, which is far more effective than using the average for each road. It

Descartes

also helps drivers to navigate efficiently and reduces overall stress, which plays a vital part in retaining drivers – another crucial element for companies to consider if they are to withstand the growing pressures of driver shortages.

THE CHALLENGES OF

TRANSPORTING HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

103

INDUSTRY SERVICES F.Y.I.

Building apps for the freight industry Get in touch with the team today... +44 (0)1454 628 777

hello@freightapp.design

FreightApp.design

F R E I G H T

Are you planning to buy or sell a freight forwarding company? +44 (0)1454 628771 • enquiries@freightmergers.com

UK | USA | Middle East |

Strategic recruitment for the freight industry +44 (0)1454 275 932 headfordgroup.com

104

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Global forwarding & shipping services.

01302 499 100

HDFORWARDING.co.uk

INSURANCE

MEDIA

VEHICLES

PALLETS

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS

PUBLIC RELATIONS

FINANCE

RECRUITMENT

ASSOCIATIONS

SECURITY

RACKING

EQUIPMENT

MAINTENANCE TRAINING ...ETC

F R O M F O R W A R D E R M A G A Z I N E • P O W E R E D B Y F R E I G H TA B A S E

LONDON FREIGHT CLUB www.londonfreightclub.com londonfreightclub@hotmail.com • 02392 554 200

Specialists in FREDDs cargo screening +44 (0)7967 204840 info@k9acs.co.uk www.k9acs.co.uk

THE LEADING BODY REPRESENTING THE UK INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT SERVICES INDUSTRY

Join the RHA The Voice of Road Haulage

Call us on 01733 261131 Email us at headoffice@rha.uk.net

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

105

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING Organisations and bodies that provide and train staff for the freight and logistics industries.

Related topics Certification Organic growth Safety awareness

Sponsored by

106 106 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

24 NOVEMBER 2021

AAL CHINA STAFF RAISE MONEY FOR PROJECT HOPE IN AID OF

EDUCATION FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES

A

AL China staff across its Shanghai, Beijing, and Qingdao offices have raised money through sponsorship of physical training activity for the Labu Hope Primary School in Yongning Town,

Lijiang City, in the Yunnan Province of China. The funds raised enabled AAL’s team to purchase and donate school uniforms, bed sheets, quilts, pillows, and stationery. The Labu Hope Primary School, part of the nationwide Project Hope initiative, is located 3,000 kilometres from Shanghai in a remote mountain region, where 120 underprivileged local children are provided with safe accommodation and an education.

Project Hope is a Chinese public service project launched in 1989 to build schools in poverty-stricken rural areas of China, providing disadvantaged children an elementary school education. Project Hope also seeks to improve the quality of teaching facilities and standards across the country.

For the past few months, AAL has been running a staff project to get fit after the extended COVID-19 lockdowns, called ‘The AAL Amazing Race Around the Globe’, where each team member had access to an exercise tracking app to log runs, walks, cycle rides, and more. As part of the initiative, AAL Management is donating money for every kilometre run by staff to a local charity selected by each regional office.

AAL has been active in China since 1996 and we are part of the fabric of this society, with all our team raised and educated locally. We could think of no more worthwhile beneficiary for the charitable funds raised

by AAL China than the Labu Hope Primary School and the well-being and education of our most vulnerable children. At this time of the year, when the cold sets in, we wanted to ensure that the children had plenty of warm clothing, bedding, and school supplies.

Jack Zhou, General Manager, AAL China To get involved with Project Hope, visit projecthope.org FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

107

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING NEWS

STAFF ON THE BRINK 14 DECEMBER 2021

1-IN-5 TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS EMPLOYEES CONSIDERING QUITTING DUE TO STRESS Study reveals half of workers in the sector have suffered from

Almost half (46.7%) of employees have been struggling to sleep properly

excessive stress over the last year, warnings that the industry

as a result of excessive stress – a problem that deeply affects day-to-day

risks a staff exodus.

life, and can be dangerous as a HGV driver.

N

early one in five employees (17%) in the transport and

Meanwhile, (40%) withdrew from others or socialised less, leaving

logistics sector are considering leaving their job role because

them to deal with stress without the vital support of friends and

of excessive stress experienced in the last year.

family. For 33%, feelings of excessive stress led to further impacts on their mental health.

One in ten employees in the sector (10%) have already left their job role due to excessive stress over the last year — this is double the

Burnout is a state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion

number of retail employees, and more than healthcare workers over

caused by excessive and prolonged stress. Pressure at work is usually

the same period.

the main culprit and when budgets are tight and teams are small, people often find themselves with multiple roles and heavy workloads, piling

During the busy Christmas period and with increased pressure on

on the stress. Policies like turning off email servers outside of working

staffing and workloads across the industry, employers are encouraged to

hours helps ring fence valuable recovery time. Mental health first aid

invest in mental health support for employees. More than one employee

training can also help managers spot the signs or triggers and put

in eight who suffered from excessive stress over the last year believe

preventions in place.

their company didn’t provide sufficient support.

Richard Holmes, Director of Wellbeing, Westfield Health

Up to 27% of employees from the sector have taken off work for mental

In this past year, we have seen the continued impact of the pandemic

health reasons in 2021. 7% of employees have required unpaid leave due

upon people’s careers and their experiences of the workplace. However,

to mental health issues – this is double the number of those that took

in addition to the existing challenges, there is now an increasing need

unpaid leave due to physical health problems.

to adjust to a constantly evolving and changing landscape. The constant change in expectations across a range of areas coupled with an absence

Inadequate support and its wider impact

of effective support structures and change management practices has

The 2021 Stress and Mental Health study asked transport and

led to an increase in work-related stress for many. Now, more than

logistics employees working for 67 employers in the UK about their

ever, employers need to prioritise the health and well-being of their

experience of stress and mental health issues in the workplace, the cause

staff teams otherwise they will find many employees forced to take

of excessive stress in their role and the impacts on life outside of work.

sick leave due to stress or ill health. Any issues and grievances should be discussed openly with employees and they should seek to foster a culture in which work-related stress is de-stigmatised by recognising it as a genuine health concern.

Claire Brown, Career Coach & former Occupational Therapist, NHS

108

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

T

he Driver Academy Group, a consortium led by HGV training

All successful applicants will be booked onto courses as soon as there

specialist HGVC, and comprising workforce solutions group

is availability in order to get them into a new driving job as quickly as

Manpower and trade body Logistics UK, has won the lead role

possible in 2022. The training courses are available at 60 locations across

on a Government scheme to train and place 11,000 HGV drivers across

the country. Qualified drivers could secure starting salaries of up to

England. The Group was formed to offer support in the upskilling and

£40,000, or more for those driving dangerous goods.

supply of candidates to a sector facing a shortfall of nearly 100,000 drivers.

We’re proud to be at the forefront of tackling an issue that affects The Driver Academy Group will train and place 2,160 candidates into HGV

business and consumers across the country. Funding is a major barrier

driving roles as part of the Government’s Skills Bootcamps. The Skills

to entry for those looking to become HGV drivers so this new funding

Bootcamps in HGV Driving are flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving

from the Department for Education will make an impact. By providing

people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to

these courses, we are training up the new drivers that the UK needs to

an interview with a local employer. The Department for Education funding

ensure the economy keeps growing while helping existing drivers into

addresses one of the major barriers to entry for aspiring HGV drivers: cost.

more critical and higher-paid roles. We have a tried and tested approach to managing HGV driver training that has resulted in thousands of new

HGVC, a leading provider of fully managed HGV training courses via

drivers getting good HGV jobs in the UK. Our pass rates are around 80%,

its network of more than 100 centres across the UK, will oversee the

which is significantly higher than the national average. Our partnership

training of 750 new drivers in England. The firm will also help upskill

with Manpower Group and Logistics UK means we’re confident we can

hundreds of existing HGV drivers to obtain their ADR qualifications so

get HGV drivers into great jobs at the end of the scheme.

they can drive critical and hazardous vehicles, such as petrol tankers. In

James Clifford, CEO, HGVC

addition, more than a thousand courses are available for lapsed drivers who are keen to return to HGV driving but need refresher training

The Government-funded training is provided via nine pathways. Courses

before getting back behind the wheel.

range from novice drivers looking to gain their HGV licence, to refresher courses and upgrades for current licence holders.

Consortium partners Logistics UK, the UK’s largest logistics trade body, will provide drivers with soft skills training. Workforce solutions group

Companies looking to upskill existing drivers can also apply for

Manpower will support qualified drivers in their search for suitable

Government funding of 70% of the scheme’s cost.

roles in the industry.

The Skills Bootcamps are part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills The Skills Bootcamps in HGV Driving are live today [Friday 10

Guarantee, helping everyone gain skills for life. The scheme is funded by

December] and are open to anyone with a car license aged 19 and

the Department for Education, which completed a competitive tender

over. The Driver Academy Group is particularly keen on helping

process to appoint training providers.

underrepresented groups, such as women, those from ethnic minorities, and younger drivers, become HGV drivers. Those finding themselves unemployed, or ex-offenders, are also encouraged to apply to become a driver. Candidates can apply at www.hgv.academy 10 DECEMBER 2021

DRIVER ACADEMY GROUP TO LEAD GOVERNMENT SCHEME PROVIDING

FULLY FUNDED TRAINING FOR �,���s OF HGV DRIVERS FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

109

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING COVER FEATURE

FEATURING...

forwardingjobs is a global recruitment solution for the freight and logistics industry.

It combines all of the proven recruitment methods available to today’s professional recruiter under one roof, thus allowing you the beauty of just one point of contact: your account manager.

forwardingjobs.com 110

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

If you compare our rates to the average agency fee of £5,000 per job, you can save thousands.

In simple terms, the more vacancies a company has, the more our service can save you.

As your business grows, your account manager will recommend various cost saving recruitment methods that will become available.

Our account managers take a long-term view of your business and are keen to develop the number of vacancies they handle with you, whilst offering you a tailor-made solution that will grow with you.

We appreciate that the needs of a small company will be very different from those of a top-25 forwarder and we have taken all of this into consideration.

forwardingjobs has packages available to suit any recruitment budget.

The full service includes... » Featured job listings » 30-day coverage on the job board » Brand awareness on the

forwardingjobs.com website

» Job listing in FORWARDERmagazine,

reaching a readership of over 250,000,

with advert upgrades available

» Talent consulting support for urgent roles,

» Dedicated account manager, maximising

the performance of your job listing

discounted from the job listing cost

» Targeted marketing campaigns

to job seekers on our database

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

111

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING COVER FEATURE

1. jobboard It combines all of the proven recruitment methods available to today’s professional recruiter under one roof, providing you with the beauty of just one point of contact: your account manager. » A job board used correctly alongside several other methods can provide a larger forwarder with considerable costs savings.

» We would, however, recommend for sales and senior appointments an upgrade to Talent Consulting if the role is business critical.

» This is available on a contract basis only and is pre-agreed on an annual job-posting tariff.

Service is payable quarterly in advance.

»

A combination of both is highly recommended across all of your vacancies, to guarantee overall delivery, depending on timescales and seniority of the role.

2. talentconsulting This service is our platinum product and works well when our clients are considering the full picture, not just the recruitment fee. It guarantees that you get the best person for the job using our in-house freight forwarding Talent Consulting team. »

Talent Consulting is highly recommended for forwarders looking for fast-track sales growth. it will predominantly suit sales, senior appointments and business-critical recruitment needs.

»

A combination of both services is highly recommended across all of your vacancies to guarantee overall delivery, depending on timescales and seniority of the role.

managementteam JOB BOARD

RECRUITMENT

Matt Goulette

Luke Hatt

Recruitment Manager matt@forwardingjobs.com +44 (0)1454 628 787

Job Board Manager luke@forwardingjobs.com +44 (0)1454 628 795

112

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

jobboard...features & benefits Candidate attraction forwardingjobs.com appears at the top of Google searches due to our continual investment in marketing Email job alert As soon as a job is posted on forwardingjobs.com the site will email all of the relevant candidates Branded adverts Promote your company to key industry talent

Exposure Advertise roles until they are filled for a one-off job-posting cost Industry credibility Key talent will be able to view all vacancies at your company Recruiter credibility You will be added to our recruiter directory for ad-hoc approaches Cost effective If combined with a resourcing team can be very cost effective

CV search Full access to the hottest candidates in the freight industry on a daily basis Support Ongoing support from your account manager to assist you with your service Business-critical roles Advertise all of your vacancies; we can fill all business-critical departmental vacancies

forwardingjobs.com FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

113

staff forwardingjobs is a global recruitment solution for the freight & logistics industry. » Specialist recruitment service for the freight industry » Dedicated talent consultant for your roles » Brand awareness on forwardingjobs.com

» +44 (0)1454 275 937 » info@forwardingjobs.com » 8 Apex Court, Woodlands, Bristol BS32 4JT

114

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

forwardingjobs.com

» Specialist job board for freight & logistics » A dedicated consultant to guide you in your career » Alerts to your inbox whenever a suitable role is available

Looking for your next role in freight? browse on forwardingjobs & upload your CV.

work FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

115

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING APPOINTMENTS WELCOMING TO

JAMES TINKLER

PML

IN THE POSITION OF

SITE MANAGER

J

ames Tinkler has been appointed Site Manager

PML Kent has already attracted significant attention

of PML’s new satellite transport and logistics hub

within the industry, hailing a dynamic and forward-

based at Lympne, Kent.

thinking solution to the current issues facing HGV drivers.

The Lympne based represents an ideal geographical

Tinkler brings a wealth of experience to the role having

location with close proximity to Dover, Channel Tunnel

spent the last five years as International Planning Manager

and the motorway, and exempt from the punishing

for a company that specialised in the distribution of

charges imposed by the extension of the Low Emission

international imports and exports to and from the UK.

Zone. The site is destined to provide best-in-class

Prior to this position Tinkler worked for 20 years with

facilities for drivers – facilities which the government

a temperature- controlled logistics provider responsible

has recently acknowledged are seriously lacking in the

for delivering distribution (by road) and warehousing

UK (especially in comparison with Europe).

solutions to support the UK food supply chain.

Commenting on his appointment, Tinkler said...

The newly created position at PML’s soon-to-launch

I’m delighted to be joining PML, whose reputation

Kent operation offers Tinkler the opportunity to draw

for excellence is renowned within the industry. I have

upon his existing expertise which includes setting up a

been impressed by the company’s consistent ability to

brand-new distribution depot, but also offers significant

stay ahead of the curve and flourish, regardless of the

scope for progression and development, based on PML’s

challenging conditions that have prevailed over the last 18

established credentials as a road / sea / air logistics

months. The strong senior management team has a clear

provider servicing both the UK and overseas markets.

vision to ensure the long-term success of the business and I’m pleased to have the opportunity to feature

As Site Manager for PML Kent, Tinkler will report directly

within the planned growth and development of PML. In

to the main board of directors and will assume responsibility

particular, I am looking forward to being associated with

for an anticipated work force of approximately 35 staff,

a number of pivotal initiatives with a genuine emphasis on

which includes three dedicated transport planners.

driver welfare – something which has long been lacking in

Recruitment at the Kent site is well underway, with four

our sector. My job is to work with the team to establish

customs clerks and six HGV drivers already in place.

PML Kent as the best facility in Kent – or even the UK – thanks to the planned superior driver experience;

Tinkler will be charged with ultimately ensuring the

superb location; extensive transport and trans-shipment

seamless 24/7 operation of all road freight operations

solutions and unrivalled customs expertise.

at Kent, which which will handle daily consignments of refrigerated food – for packing, loading, and unloading – with a planned 80-100 truck movements per day in the

116

first phase of its official opening.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

WELCOMING TO

AMIT GAIROLA

PAYCARGO

IN THE POSITION OF

CHIEF DESIGN OFFICER

P

ayCargo has appointed Amit Gairola as Chief

The Series B investment came nine months after a Series

Design Officer, joining the executive team of

A investment for USD35 million, also by Insight Partners.

the cargo payment platform as it continues its

rapid global growth.

Year over year we continue growing in users and expanding our presence internationally. PayCargo is

He will be based in London from where he will lead a

currently on track to process more than USD10 billion

team focused on the product and strategy of PayCargo’s

of freight-related payments: a 250% increase from 2020.

expansion in Europe, Middle East, and Asia. He will also

A strong portion of this growth is coming from the expansion

have global responsibility for PayCargo’s data business.

in EMEA and Asia regions. With this appointment, we are further demonstrating our commitment to providing

Gairola worked previously at Amazon for ten years

digital payment solutions globally, to add efficiency and

in a variety of General Management, Product and

transparency to supply chains.

Commercial roles, including most recently as General Manager of Amazon Freight in Europe.

ABOUT PAYCARGO

He recently worked as Chief Executive for a new business

PayCargo is the number one financial platform for moving

opportunity in the sustainable fashion start-up, Pangaia.

money and vital remittance information between payers

He has also previously worked in strategy consulting at

and vendors.

the Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

PayCargo’s online solution allows you to move cargo PayCargo is an exciting, fast-scaling platform solving

quicker and reduce payment costs more than any other

a significant customer problem in the cargo payments

platform available. Our patented technology effortlessly

space – their sustained hyper-growth over recent years

registers your company so that you can immediately start

in the US speaks for the value of the product and we are

making payments to your freight vendors.

thrilled to bring this solution to customers in Europe, Middle East and Asia,

said Gairola.

We have over 4,000 vendors in our network including major ocean carriers, air cargo providers, and hundreds

In June, PayCargo announced a Series B investment of

of terminals and CFS stations. Over 1,000 of these

USD125 million by global venture capital and private

vendors release the cargo within an hour after receiving

equity firm Insight Partners, which is being used to fuel

the “Payment Approval” alert from PayCargo. All other

the EMEIA expansion as well as digital payment tools and

vendors release cargo no later than the next morning.

services for platform users.

PayCargo makes it as easy as Ship, Click and Pay.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

117

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING VACANCIES

FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

EUROPEAN ROAD FREIGHT / LOGISTICS OPERATIONS

CARGO LOGISTICS

WHERE

KNARESBOROUGH (HG5 0SL)

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Cargo Refrigeration is an independent Freight Forwarder specialising in ambient and refrigerated European Road Freight services. Established in 1994, Cargo provides expert solutions for a wide client base through a team of dedicated specialists.

THE ROLE

We are recruiting for an experienced Road Freight Operator to join our team to manage the process of importing and exporting goods across Europe. You will require knowledge of the European freight industry and customs processes for both imports and exports, along with the skills to efficiently organise and manage the transit process from collection to delivery.

ABOUT YOU

• A minimum of two years’ experience of European freight forwarding / logistic management.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

JOB DUTIES

• Strong commercial acumen and the capability to manage P&L.

Working on key accounts, managing the day-to-day road freight process

• Ability to self-manage and prioritise workload.

from start to finish for Road Imports and Exports.

• Team player with a positive attitude to all tasks and duties.

• Strong computer skills across the Microsoft portfolio and ability

• Communicating and building relationships with customers, hauliers

to use freight management software.

(domestic and European), other agents.

• Negotiating haulage rates, providing sales quotations and processing bookings.

PACKAGE

• Starting Salary dependent on experience.

• Managing all types of shipments, full loads, part load and groupage.

• Planning loads for major and minor routes, import and export throughout Europe and further, including but not limited to Italy, Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal, Holland and Germany.

• 28 days holiday rising to 32 through years of service (inclusive of public holidays).

• Free car parking at our out-of-town office location in North Yorkshire.

• Knowledge of customs processes for both imports and exports.

• Bonus scheme set against achievable KPI’s.

• Liaising with clients to ensure all required information and

• Pension scheme.

paperwork has been received and complete for the shipments.

• Ensure accurate administrative records.

118

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69 ISSUE66

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

VACANCIES Powered by

FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

CUSTOMS CLEARANCE CLERK

CARGO LOGISTICS

WHERE

KNARESBOROUGH (HG5 0SL)

THE ROLE

We are recruiting for a Customs Clearance Clerk to join our team. You will be working alongside the Road Freight operations team to process customs clearances and check that all documentation is in compliance with rules and regulations. Training and support will be provided.

JOB DUTIES

• Completing the day-to-day customs processes supporting the operations team.

• Completing customs clearances and entries using industry wide software.

• Checking and creating documentation for Imports and Exports that meet government regulations.

• Liaising with clients to ensure the correct paperwork is provided for the clearances.

• Improving and evolving on the customs process across the company.

• Ensure accurate administrative records.

ABOUT YOU

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to self-manage and prioritise workload.

• Team player with a positive attitude to all tasks and duties.

• Strong computer skills across the Microsoft portfolio and ability to use freight management software.

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

119

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING VACANCIES

FEATURED POSITION WHAT

IMPORT CLERK, ALL MODES OF TRANSPORT

WHO

DM LOGISTICS

WHERE

DM LOGISTICS LIMITED

COLNBROOK, UK

DM Logistics is an established small business with over 20 years’ experience dealing with all types of freight worldwide by all modes of transport.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA To be successful in this role, you must be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Full time, Permanent (part time will be considered) • Minimum 2 years customs entry imports using CHIEF Schedule: Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:30 (weekend working

• Experience in using Netfreight/ASM/Sequoia or similar

subject to agreement which may be required on occasions)

• Good attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per year

• High organisation skills with the ability to prioritise and manage high workloads

Expected start date: Immediate

• Strong administration and customer service skills • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• IT skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Full Driving licence

• Preparation/completion of import entries in accordance with UK HMRC regulations

The post holder is required to work in a flexible way and undertake

• Produce import documentation in line with company procedures

any other duties reasonably requested by line management which are

• Liaising with all parties involve: agents, suppliers, clients, airlines,

commensurate with the level of responsibility of this post.

shipping lines, carriers, co-loaders, warehouses, hauliers • Consignment monitoring and updating clients • Monitor and action emails, responding in a timely manner • Ensure job file invoicing and cost control are monitored and done correctly and efficiently

BENEFITS • 25 days annual leave • Public Holidays

• Interact with customers and overseas agents dealing with enquiries and quotes to arrange import shipments

• Annual bonus • Onsite parking

• Communication via phone and email • Responsible for delivery/collection of documents to customs/airline where required

120

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69 ISSUE66

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

VACANCIES Powered by

FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

IMPORT SPECIALIST

WAINWRIGHT BROS & CO

WHERE

SOUTHAMPTON, UK

Based at Head office Wainwright Bros & Co Ltd, 2nd Floor Bowling Green House, 1 Orchard Place, Southampton, SO14 3PX Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm Salary £25k per annum

JOB DESCRIPTION • Manifest units on CNS for various RoRo shipping lines Hoegh & WWL • Invoicing • Complete worksheet for invoicing for vessels • Complete customs clearances • Using CNS and Data Freight • Custom clearance essential • Import forwarding experience essential • Book deliveries/devanning • Answer emails/phone • Quotes • Claims UCN’s on CNS • Get quotes for lifting and book in • Advice ETA’s

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

121

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING VACANCIES

FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

TELESALES EXECUTIVE

FREIGHT SOLUTIONS CONSULTING

WHERE

BRISTOL, UK KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Making outgoing/incoming customer calls and processing new sales • Following up business leads and actively selling our products • Delivering a consultative selling approach • Maintain sales pipeline and build customer relationships • Display a positive and professional attitude • Up-selling value within our product range • Updates CRM system • Develops product knowledge and services sold • Contributes to the team performance by sharing and implementing best practice ideas

JOB DESCRIPTION Are you looking for an exciting new role, working with like-minded

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

hungry sales professionals? If your answer is yes, don’t let this amazing

• Previous experience in a fast-paced Telesales role

Telesales Executive opportunity pass you by. Working within a vibrant

• Able to build and develop lasting customer relationships

office, the successful Telesales Executive can expect an excellent working

• Able to work closely within a team and cross-department functions

environment, first-class management support and a clear career path.

• Excellent communication skills • Target-driven

Experience within a similar Telesales role would be preferred, however,

• Always looking to train and develop your skills to help you succeed

with the correct blend of ambition, drive and passion, you will receive all the training needed to be successful!

HOW TO APPLY

WHAT’S ON OFFER?

Please apply in writing with a copy of your CV to

• Competitive Salary (up to £25K) • Excellent commission struc.

122

FORWARDER magazine

luke@forwardingjobs.com • Flexible working hours • Company pension • 20 days holiday plus Bank hols

ISSUE69 ISSUE66

VACANCIES Powered by

FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

DOCUMENTATION CLERK

ALLIANCE

WHERE

REDDITCH, UK

Salary: Neg. Based on experience.

Location: Redditch, B98 9DW

THE JOB • Processes shipments Air /ocean/ Road.

• Completing all relevant Import / Export paperwork.

• Completing HM Customs paperwork depending on mode • Completing HAWB’s, MAWB’s and IATA forms.

• Dealing with customer queries.

• Arranging collections and deliveries of freight with haulage companies.

• Providing Air /Road / Ocean quotations to customer.

• Negotiating ad hoc rates with suppliers.

• Invoicing shipments.

• Other duties as assigned by Manager/ Supervisor.

THE PERSON • Educated to GCSE level, with good grades in Maths and English • MS Office (WORD, OUTLOOK, EXCEL) • Good communication skills • Financial awareness • Self-motivated and enthusiastic approach to work at all times

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

123

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING VACANCIES

FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

FREIGHT FORWARDER, SEA FREIGHT OPS

CUSTOM FREIGHT

WHERE

BILLERICAY, ESSEX, UK JOB DESCRIPTION Experienced Freight Forwarder required within Sea Freight operations.

THE PERSON • Looking after the day-to-day requirements of our key accounts / customers • Dynamic individual able to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Able to use own initiative • Can work to strict deadlines • Excellent customer service and good communicator • Able to use all MS office applications

KEY DUTIES / SKILLS • All aspect of Import FCL / LCL ops including Customs Clearance • Job costings and invoicing of shipments • Freight systems experience, we use ASM • Freight forwarding problem resolution Our office is based in Billericay, However we will be relocating to Margaretting in the 1st quarter of 2022.

Salary dependant on applicant – £20000 to 35000

HOW TO APPLY Please apply in writing with a copy of your CV to

luke@forwardingjobs.com

124

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69 ISSUE66

VACANCIES Powered by

FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

IMPORT / EXPORT OPERATIONS CLERK

H&M FREIGHT SERVICES LTD.

WHERE

HEATHROW, UK

Established in 1985, H&M Freight has been providing customs clearance and distribution services in the air & road freight perishable sector to

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

many of the leading suppliers to the UK supermarkets and is established

• Processing customs entries using ASM Sequoia / Destin8

as the leading service provider in this sector.

• Plant Health Declarations using the PEACH system • Liaising with transport and arranging collections / deliveries

CURRENT VACANCIES

• Liaising with customers and suppliers

• Airfreight / Road Import / Export Operations

• Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times

• Permanent Positions

• Compliance with Health and Safety regulations

• £25000-£35000 depending on experience & Knowledge.

• Maintain a clean and safe environment

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager

• Overtime available • Flexible Shifts available – Early & Late • Based at our offices in Heathrow

EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIRED • Self-motivated, resourceful and committed • Good communication • Ability to work in a team environment • Basic understanding of Microsoft platform and programmes • Knowledge of ASM Sequoia or similar for import & export customs entry • Knowledge of Boxtop an advantage • Working knowledge of relevant customs procedures an advantage

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

125

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING VACANCIES

TRANSPORT OPERATOR

SALES OPERATOR

Your role

Summary

NOTTINGHAM, UK UNITED KINGDOM £ COMPETITIVE

We are currently recruiting for a Transport Operator to work within our Road Logistics freight division who will be involved with Operation HOPE. They will be responsible for the day to day planning and execution of HOPE activities, including but not limited planning, system administration, communications, status updating and cost accrual. After the initial training this will be 4 on 4 off shifts. This is an initial 12 month contract with a view to being extended.

Your Responsibilities • Constant communication via zoom, telephone and through

NOTTINGHAM UNITED KINGDOM £ COMPETITIVE

To support the Manager and particular sales staff through administrative duties to allow them to focus on new and existing business development. Along with general office admin this will also involve the direct communication with the branches customer base via email and phone, along with the utilisation of Europa software.

Your Responsibilities • Manage a pool of key accounts • Speak with customers on a daily basis, dealing with issues and bookings

messaging devices with drivers and other colleagues • Liaise with drivers on the road over collection and delivery • Record collection/delivery status and discrepancies in systems and escalate where appropriate • Move freight between runs to ensure synergies where possible and stop failures • Liaise with the EMG warehouse and Transport operations where required • Respond to operational and financial KPI’s in order to drive efficiency into the operation

• Receive inbound calls from within the branch's client base

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

NIGHT WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE SOUTH NORMANTON UNITED KINGDOM £18,700

Overview

Does a full-time, permanent role sound good to you? Would you like to join a business which excels in developing their staff and providing ongoing training and career opportunities? Are you looking to start or develop your career in logistics? If you answered yes to those questions, keep on reading.

We are looking for Warehouse Operatives to join our team in South Normanton, working on our multiuser site. You’ll be working 10 hours shifts, Monday to Friday, with your

126

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

and either redirect the call to the relevant employee or, if they are away from the office, deal with their call correctly in order to satisfy the customer’s needs.

• This will include taking the details of a quote / calculating a price / using your experience and that of others to conclude a sale price / communicate that to the customer / enter the booking onto our system and provide feedback on the shipments progress to the customer.

• Log any activity with the customer onto the CMS system

working hours between 16.00 and 06.00 and some Sundays on-call. Our site is fully COVID compliant with all government recommended measures in place.

The role • You will be picking and assisting in loading and unloading goods • Loading and strapping vehicles • Effective use of MHE with ongoing training available For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

VACANCIES Powered by

HGV CLASS 1 NIGHT DRIVER

ROCHESTER, UK 42 HOURS/WK + OVERTIME, MON–FRI £12.80 PER HOUR

Your role • Making multi drops to secure locations on a nightly basis • You will be a key holder for each location • There is a large amount of manual handling involving cages and larger items so you must be physically fit

Requirements • Full UK driving licence (with C+E entitlement) • No endorsements or more than six penalty points • A valid CPC and digital tacho card For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

LOGISTICS ADMINISTRATOR DERBY UNITED KINGDOM £ COMPETITIVE

Overview

The Logistics Administrator will work with the EuroDirect department of our road logistics teams and support in all Administration duties for the full-load and part-load product. The Logistics Administrator will have to build relationships with all key personnel working within the road logistics operations in the UK.

The role • Obtain details via phone, Zoom or email all truck and trailer numbers for the import & export collection orders and uploaded into the TMS to begin the customs process • Collating and sending relevant information to Shared Service Centre for production of import documents

OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE & QUALITY MANAGER HOUSTON, US $ COMPETITIVE

Overview

Operational Performance & Quality Manager will action on standardization and continuous improvement activities for the facility. The Operational Performance & Quality Manager will analyze metrics, design, implement, monitor, and evaluate the processes performed in the facility in order to improve efficiency and improve the overall operational performance.

The role • Evaluate processes to identify improvement potential and to ensure continuous improvement of the customerfocused end-to-end process • Ensure process implementation of defined processes • Monitor process performance to identify gaps and to develop corrective measures • Ensure process design of the customer-focused end-to-end process to develop the most suitable processes achieve highest degree of standardization across the entire facility • Develop an optimized end-to-end process flow including optimizing of interfaces and handovers • Main point of contact for operational leaders in regard to operational performance and related initiatives (operational standardization, continuous improvement and operational management systems) • Effectively report operational performance, including actions, results, and initiatives to/from customer, to/from sites • Proactively engage with the leadership team for guidance on the execution of core site activities (site level trainings, KPIs, SOPs, site assessments and reporting).

• Advise on best practices and utilized reporting as a means to monitor and reinforce the effectiveness efficiency that labor planning optimization can provide.

• Perform regular audits of the standard procedures.

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

127

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING VACANCIES

SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS SPECIALIST DEKALB, ILLINOIS, US $ COMPETITIVE

WAREHOUSE WORKER MT. JULIET, TENNESSEE, US $ COMPETITIVE

Overview

Overview

Are you known for exceptional operational support in the supply chain environment? Are you passionate about data integrity and transportation operations? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to provide an essential role and contribute to delivering superior supply chain services.

Your role • Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times; work collaboratively, provide timely communications and instruction and assist with operations as necessary.

• Manage documents for accuracy, such as dates, times, location, counts and related information; apply a basic understanding of transportation and service operations.

• Update operational/customer transportation data in software systems and applications, such as purchase order and shipping and logistics times, rates, date, and details.

• Utilize databases, logs, and other sources to locate and verify information; information is usually more routine and accessible.

• Manage forms, labels, billing, invoices and related documents to ensure timely processing. Track orders and information through systems, vendors and related sources, such as arrival, times, confirmation and similar details.

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and maintain a safe and effective work environment.

• Assist with identifying potential operational or service concerns, notify appropriate co-workers and assist with resolution.

Requirements • High School graduate or GED • Two years of office experience in a logistics or transportation environment

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, Internet, web-based and job specific software applications For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

Are you known for your attention to detail? Do you enjoy working in a team environment? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to provide essential tasks in one of our safe and efficiently operated warehouses.

Your role • Kit, pick or sequence customer product as per work instructions.

• Report all quality discrepancies.

• Manage production records as required.

• Oversee a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements • Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED; Less than one year related experience.

• Skills: Basic computer skills. Knowledge/skill with warehouse management systems preferred (i.e. PKMS.) Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

• Characteristics: Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

WHAT CAN CEVA OFFER YOU?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey.

We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

128

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

VACANCIES Featuring...

Powered by

BUSINESS PERFORMANCE ANALYST

IMPORT / EXPORT SPECIALIST

Overview

Overview

HOUSTON, TEXAS, US $ COMPETITIVE

Evaluates the operational and financial performance of the assigned operations (warehousing or transportation) and points out improvements and corrective actions to be made to different levels within the organization. Creates improved tools together with the other team members to improve efficiency and reach.

Your role • Supervising the on-time delivery and accuracy of all operational data and reports to meet business needs.

• Performs detailed analysis on the received data, using existing tools, and identifies current and future issues with operational and financial performance.

Reuirements • Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management with focus on warehousing or equivalent education

• Five years of experience, including some specialized work • Master’s Degree in related field and proficient in QuickView / DataLake-structures are preferred For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

AUBURN, WASHINGTON D.C., US $ COMPETITIVE

Are you known for your attention to detail and excellent customer service? Are you passionate about identifying and processing efficient shipment logistics? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to provide a vital service for processing Inbound or Outbound shipments, with an emphasis on preparing, tracking and maintaining important documentation for complex accounts.

Your role • Oversee accounts – receive, review, and process documentation, work through an assigned base of accounts, process documents and information through the established systems, ensuring preparation according to regulatory requirements and customer commitments; accounts are usually complex or by direction of the team leader or supervisor • Process documents through the system; interface with other CEVA systems to provide updates and communications for internal and external customers to produce timely and compliant transactions • Obtain government agency releases as appropriate, arranging delivery, receipt, and invoicing the account; accounts are technical or complex in nature • Process Customs release, OGA release, delivery of cargo, and invoicing for services defined within customer and company standards

Reuirements • Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED,

OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

MT. JULIET, TENNESSEE, US – $ COMPETITIVE

Overview

We have an opportunity that would allow you to oversee transportation and customs processes, providing customer service for shipment, receipt and documentation of imported/exported products in accordance with federal and foreign regulations.

Associates Degree preferred; Minimum four to six years related experience.

• Credentials: Professional certification may be required in some areas.

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

129

RECRUITMENT & TRAINING VACANCIES

AIR EXPORT COORDINATOR

OPERATIONS CLERK

The role • Effectively schedule air bookings for both hazardous and non-

Overview

SOUTH CAROLINA, US

hazardous materials, simple and complex cargo shipments • Ensure the complete and timely delivery of freight by attaining knowledge from clients in order to satisfy their needs and completing paperwork that meets stringent requirements • Process data through the Company’s system and obtain consular releases as well as other government agency releases as appropriate • Identify transactions and tasks that require special handling, recommend improved processes to management and implement resolutions within assigned scope of responsibility...

To find out more, please contact... jeremy@headfordgroup.com • +1 (646) 933 1264

OCEAN IMPORT AGENT CHICAGO, US

The role • Effectively schedule ocean and/or air bookings for both hazardous and non-hazardous materials, simple and complex cargo shipments • Ensure the complete and timely delivery of freight by attaining knowledge from clients in order to satisfy their needs and completing paperwork that meets stringent requirements • Process data through the Company’s system and obtain consular releases as well as other government agency releases as appropriate • Identify transactions and tasks that require special handling, recommend improved processes to management and implement resolutions within assigned scope of responsibility...

To find out more, please contact... jeremy@headfordgroup.com • +1 (646) 933 1264

LONDON HEATHROW, UK

International Freight Forwarding business based in Heathrow London looking for an Operations Clerk to arrange import and export consignments.

The role • To operate, provide service information, quotations, take bookings and champion the needs of the customer across all service modes (Ocean, Air and European Road).

• To offer a high standard of customer service across all modes (Ocean/Air/Road), by providing accurate and appropriate information and demonstrating a professional, helpful and positive manner.

• To handle shipments by Ocean, Air and Road forwarding operationally from start to finish, Protect the company from unpaid accounts by taking due note and following the company policies with regard to credit ratings and outstanding account balances.

• To process shipment information in a timely manner to prevent delays • To collate all the necessary information to ensure any order progress enquiries from customers are dealt with efficiently and kept informed of the status of the order at all times.

• To work in conjunction with Sales to develop and secure new business and also through your own initiative generate leads with a view to work alongside your line manager/sales in-order the account is secured.

• To demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of Customs Regulations/Dangerous Goods/Insurance rules; determine whether goods are subject to any of these special requirements ensure adherence and be capable of providing advice to customers as necessary.

• To liaise with customs brokers when required, providing them with accurate information to ensure goods are quickly cleared for import/export in accordance with the Customer’s requirements.

Requirements • At least 2 years’ experience in freight.

• A high degree of customs knowledge • Knowledge of Tariff classifications along with a good understanding of shipping documentation

• Good attention to detail

tyler@headfordgroup.com • +44 (0)1454 628 780

UK

130

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

VACANCIES Featuring...

CUSTOMS MANAGER, FREIGHT FORWARDING LONDON, UK £50,000–£70,000 (neg.)

Overview

Our client, based in Europe and Ireland, has 50 years of history in Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain solutions.

They are a global company with an eye to the future and they are looking to hire a leader for their Customs department that can grow with the company.

You will be commercially minded and able to switch between being the source of internal customs operational knowledge and being customer-facing.

The role

Reporting in to the MD, you will be part of the leadership team, looking after a team of customs professionals that you can hire and develop.

• Building and leading a team of customs professionals • Commercially able to drive business to the department • Control P&L and daily management duties • Inspire and motivate your team • Daily point of escalation concerning all UK Customs matters including Brexit-related questions

• Timely and accurate clearances to the Customs in the UK. • Advise and execute proper limited fiscal representation services in the UK • Monitor all Customs clearances.

Powered by

OCEAN IMPORT CLERK

FRANCE, GERMANY, IRELAND, POLAND, SPAIN £ COMPETITIVE

Overview

Headford Group is pleased to be closely working with one of our top clients to find the perfect candidates for the great roles they are offering.

The client is keen to take on any/all suitable candidates and is happy to pay a salary that reflects previous experience.

The role • Obtaining freight rates and providing quotations • Arranging Ocean freight • Preparation of collection notes, booking confirmations, etc • Liaising with customers, partners, shipping lines and carriers

• Client reporting and KPI’s • Customs formalities including processing export and import declarations, arranging customs clearance, and duty deferment processing

Skills and Experience: • A minimum of 2 years of experience within a similar role • A solid knowledge of the import and export market • Extensive working knowledge and experience of customs procedures and documentation

• Confident and effective communications skills

• Good skills with digital Customs systems • Strong Leader

(verbal and electronic), with the ability to build relationships with customers • The ability to work independently as well as within a team • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, etc.)

• Keen attention to detail • Strong administrative and organisational skills

michaela@headfordgroup.com • +44 (0)1454 628 779

michaela@headfordgroup.com • +44 (0)1454 628 779

Experience • Degree preferred • > 5 years’ experience within Customs activities as a Manager

UK

UK

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

131

WELCOME! RECRUITMENT & TRAINING

WELCOME WELCOMING TO

TO THE TEAM

ALESSIA CECHEA

FORWARDINGJOBS

IN THE POSITION OF

RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT My nationality is Romanian, I was born in Italy but guess what? I feel that I belong to UK, this is where I feel like home.

I love singing, I love to cook and learn different new recipes and dancing is one of my things.

One of my biggest loves in life are my two puppies Bella and Hucky, two crazy Bichon Maltese; trust me, when I say crazy...yes they are.

I am more than pleased and happy that I’ve started working at ForwardingJobs, I just adore my colleagues and the environment here is something that you can call work with pleasure. I am grateful for all the support this company has offered me and wish to perform well and make ForwardingJobs

A LITTLE ABOUT THE APPOINTMENT

happy they chose me.

Hello, my name is Alessia.

In my 20s but having life in my hands with a lot of strength. I am very ambitious, dedicated and I have a lot to offer, as one of my sayings goes, ‘when the time is right I will prove everything I am capable of.'

132

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

GET IN TOUCH...

+44 (0)1454 628 786 alessia@forwardingjobs.com

WELCOME! WELCOME WELCOMING TO

TO THE TEAM

JAMIE HAJJOTY

HEADFORD GROUP UK

IN THE POSITION OF

RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT, OPERATIONS, NORTH UK RELEVANT EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

I have worked in a variety of different types of recruitment for over five years.

HOBBIES/INTEREST

Football, MMA, Thai boxing, eating out, going to the cinema, live sporting events.

FAVOURITE ANIMAL Dogs and Reptiles.

INTERESTING FACT

I have played football at an International level for Ireland.

A LITTLE ABOUT THE APPOINTMENT

GET IN TOUCH...

I am a family-minded individual who believes

+44 (0)1454 275 930

family is most important. Proud to be a mixture

jamie@headfordgroup.com

of Iranian and Irish, two passionate and driven countries. I am career minded and always looking to improve my portfolio of properties within Europe and grow my current businesses. I love all types of sport as I play constantly, and I love to listen to music: dancehall, reggae, RnB and Latino – anything that can get you on the dancefloor.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

133

Fill your vacancies

Sales

Let us assist with your company's growth...

Back office

Europe +44 (0)1454 628 779 michaela@headfordgroup.com

134

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Operations Finance Management

USA Sourcing market-leading talent.

www.headfordgroup.com

Your strategic growth partner.

Executive Search • Branch Startups • Senior Appointments • Mergers & Acquisitions • Media

Considering a change?

More responsibility?

Fairer pay?

Better commission?

Send us your CV today...

Asia +1 (646) 933 1264 jeremy@headfordgroup.com

Middle East +971 (0) 45 015 675 simon@headford.ae

FORWARDER magazine

UAE

ISSUE69

135

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS The consolidation of companies or assets through various types of financial transactions.

Related topics Contracted partnerships Management buyouts Valuation

Sponsored by F R E I G H T

136 136 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

1 DECEMBER 2021

GEODIS ANNOUNCES

ACQUISITION OF TRANSPORTS PERRIER

G

EODIS has acquired Transports Perrier, a specialist in the

Located at key intersection points on some of the major transport routes

transportation of palletized loads. The leader in LTL[1]

throughout France, Transports Perrier’s five sites – Lons-Le-Saunier (in

transport in Poland following the recent acquisition of the

eastern France), Lunéville (north-east), Noves (south), Seiche-sur-le-

PEKAES Group, GEODIS is expanding its capacity in its historical

Loir (west) and Liévin (north) – will become part of the GEODIS Road

market and establishing a palletized transport network in France.

Transport Line of Business which comprises approximately 800 drivers and more than 1,000 vehicles.

With its current positioning primarily based on carrying full loads and part-loads, the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business now intends

Our customers are looking for solutions for distributing shipments of 1 to

to strengthen its service offering in the LTL segment (1 to 6 pallets), in

6 pallets within France. This demand has grown with the rise of e-commerce.

response to growth in market demand.

This new acquisition adds to GEODIS’ existing resources and provides it with a supplementary network of locations throughout the country. For our

Transports Perrier is a company that was created in 1955. It specializes

customers, it will be a guarantee of reliable, high-quality service.

in delivering palletized shipments and operates a fleet of 410 vehicles.

Olivier Royer, Executive Vice President,

It employs 260 people, including 160 drivers.

the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business The GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business employs over 4,300 people at 95 sites spread across 18 European countries.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

137

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS NEWS 6 DECEMBER 2021

INTEROS ANNOUNCES INVESTORS IN FUNDING ROUND THAT VAULTED IT TO

UNICORN STATUS

I

nteros, the fast-growing operational resilience company, today

and Venrock, in recognising the urgent need to deliver operational

announced that two new strategic industry partners – Accenture

resilience to alleviate global bottlenecks and safeguard critical networks.

(through Accenture Ventures’ Project Spotlight program), and

The group, assembled by NightDragon, unites industry leaders in

Coupa Ventures – have joined the company’s $100M Series-C funding

supply chain resilience, spend management, automation, and systems

round, as NightDragon and Interos collaborate with like-minded

integration to fight back against uncertainty in the global economy.

organisations seeking to transform how enterprises and governments create resilience in the face of continued supply shocks.

The closing of the round, which launched Interos to a valuation of more than $1B and Unicorn status, comes on the heels of an expanded product

The collaboration brings together not just visionary technology and

offering by Interos which adds new depth to the way companies and

service providers but also leading venture capital firms including

government organisations can visualise their extended sub-tier supply

NightDragon – who led Interos’ Series-C round – Kleiner Perkins,

chains. For more information, please visit interos.ai 25 NOVEMBER 2021

TAYLOR MADE FRANCHISING ACQUIRES

F

��% SHARE OF MISTER TACHO LTD

ranchise group Taylor Made Franchising has acquired a 50%

On the purchase of the business, Darren Taylor, CEO of Taylor Made

share of tachograph analysis franchise, Mister Tacho Ltd. The

Franchising said:

business will continue to trade as normal.

us and we are delighted to welcome Frank and the Mister Tacho Ltd

Acquiring Mister Tacho Ltd is a great move for

franchisees. Going forwards Frank and I will run the business together;

Founded by Frank O’Keeffe in 2012 and franchised in 2014, Mister

he will continue to run the business on a day-to-day basis and my team

Tacho Ltd currently has seven franchisees operating across Enfield, East

and I will work with him to grow the franchising side.

London, Essex, North London and Hertfordshire. The move cements Taylor Made Franchising’s expansion in the UK franchising sector and

O’Keeffe said they are looking for people with a good attention to detail

fits well beside existing franchise PVC Vendo, which provides vehicle

to join them as new franchisees; he explained:

cleaning to commercial fleets. Taylor Made Franchising currently owns

important, if we get our analysis wrong it could cost a firm their license

Stump Busters, PVC Vendo, Wilkins Chimney Sweep, Thomas Cleaning

and business so we need people who will care about their customers

Franchise and Iconic Window Cleaning Franchise. Combined, Taylor

and the service they provide to them.

Made Franchising has over 100 +van-based, owner-operator franchisees and an annual turnover in excess of £7m.

138

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

The job we do is hugely

F R E I G H T

Are you planning to buy or sell a freight forwarding company? enquiries@freightmergers.com +44 (0)1454 275 933

Freight Mergers are specialists in selling owner-managed freight forwarding, transportation and logistics businesses. For most company owners, selling their business is the most important financial transaction of their life. Therefore, we tailor our services to each individual client’s needs, utilising our mastered, proactive approach to selling businesses that connects strategic buyers with sellers who are aiming to realise the value of their business. We have over ten years of experience in the sector and, due to our specialist approach and unparalleled network, we can put you in touch with international and domestic trade buyers.

freightmergers.com

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

139

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS NEWS 17 DECEMBER 2021

SOLVARES STRENGTHENS POSITION AS EURO CHAMP FOR RESOURCE OPTIMISATION &

EXPANDS PORTFOLIO WITH

S

olvares Group continues to strengthen its position as European

With the third M&A expansion this year, the Solvares Group

leader for resource optimisation: With the acquisition of

demonstrates its ability to grow dynamically through mergers &

Opheo Solutions GmbH, the Group is expanding its portfolio

acquisitions. The continued focus is that the group grows sustainably

to include solutions for truck dispatching and route optimisation in the

– as a team and to the benefit of all involved. Thus, Dr. Stefan Anschütz,

transport sector and is continuing its course of strategic growth.

CEO of Opheo, will continue his entrepreneurial work at Solvares and play a key role in driving growth in the tour optimisation business

As a SaaS-based software provider, Opheo is an ideal fit for Solvares'

segment both strategically and operationally:

Solvares convinced me

strategic course. Opheo optimises route planning across truck dispatching.

because I can continue to act as an entrepreneur, but move as part of

This industry focus is on logistics for building materials and food & beverage,

a team with related businesses and entrepreneurs. This allows me to

among others. The software automates the dispatch process and relieves

focus primarily on my product and my clients while benefiting from

dispatch teams of all calculations. Thanks to AI-based route optimisation

the know-how and synergies of the group. Opheo joining the Solvares

and smart forecasting algorithms, kilometres can be reduced and transport

Group is a booster for the growth of our business.

resources better utilised. Opheo combines route planning, route optimisation, telematics, and ETA forecasting in a modern workplace environment for

Dr. Jens Stief, CEO of Solvares Group, is pleased with the group’s

dispatchers and drivers - the digital transport control centre.

strengthening:

Stefan Anschütz complements our management team

in the field of logistics and will help us to further expand the route Opheo, with its 50 employees is now the fourth company in the Solvares

planning segment in particular. Opheo enhances our penetrating power

Group. The beginning of the group was the acquisition of FLS – FAST

in logistics with a universally applicable intelligent product as well as a

LEAN SMART in 2018. FLS GmbH (CEO Dr. Jens Stief) is the technology

motivated and capable team.

leader for route optimisation and specialises in software-supported realtime optimisation for efficient scheduling, route and delivery planning of

The Solvares Group is backed by its investment partner DBAG

vehicle, expert and technician fleets.

(Deutsche Beteiligungs AG). Like the Solvares Group, DBAG is thus focusing on SaaS-based solutions, a future market in the field of

Before Opheo, Austria’s impactit GmbH and Germany’s Städtler

logistics along the entire value chain. Ragnar Geerdts, member of the

Logistik joined in 2021. With its SaaS solution portatour®, impactit

management board of Deutsche Beteiligungs AG:

(CEO Matthias Grünberger) offers its customers targeted and

Solvares Group is consistently pursuing its buy-and-build strategy to

personalised tour planning and route planning, especially in field service

position itself as a European champion for resource optimisation and

optimisation for sales, consulting, and service. Städtler Logistik (CEO

to grow both organically and through M&A.

Michael Reichle) optimises complex and company-specific logistics and transport processes with software products such as TRAMPAS and LP/2. It takes control of governance tasks such as freight auditing for its customers and has been advising on all logistics issues for over 60 years.

140

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

With Opheo,

F

YLD, the London-based, AI-driven digital platform designed to revolutionise the safety and efficiency of field teams, today announced the successful completion of its £10 million Series

A funding round.

The funding was provided by Koru, the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan’s venture incubator, and corporate partner SGN, a leading UK gas distribution network operator. To date, FYLD has raised a total of £14.4 million.

As anchor customer and a shareholder in FYLD, we have already Both participating investors have committed to following their initial

seen remarkable results from our major 12-month field trial and

seed funding investments based on the results achieved since FYLD was

implementation. Not only did we improve safety throughout our

supported with validation and launch in 2020 by world-leading venture

business and improve risk assessment quality and speeds by 75%, we

foundry Boston Consulting Group Digital Ventures (BCGDV).

also saved around £1.4 million. Given the substantial safety, quality and financial benefits we have already enjoyed, we are delighted to be scaling

FYLD will use the additional capital to accelerate product development

our involvement through additional funding and are confidently targeting

and enhance functionality, to expand globally into new markets including

efficiency savings of £13 million per annum over the next 3 years through

the United States and Scandinavia, and to double the workforce

our new Innovation Partnership with FYLD.

headcount from the current 22 to 45.

John Morea, CEO, SGN

We have now successfully proven the concept of how FYLD enables

Koru, our venture foundry, works exclusively with our portfolio

safer, more efficient, field force operations within SGN and other early

companies to test, create and build scalable new digital businesses,

adopters. Over the next 18 months we will scale and develop FYLD’s

helping us create significant value in our portfolio by capitalising on

AI-platform by leveraging its data capture and predictive capabilities.

digital disruption. We innovate in conjunction with our portfolio

That will allow customers to identify and overcome their systemic

companies, solving real world problems that enable us to invest with

productivity issues and ensure that each and every day, the work of

conviction. FYLD’s superior digital tools are a game-changing solution

field teams is safely delivered to schedule.

for persistent challenges facing the global field worker industry, and we

Shelley Copsey, CEO, FYLD

believe they have the capacity to transform the safety and efficiency of operations. FYLD is our third launched venture but the very first to

Major organisations including Ferrovial, Lanes Group, Morrison Water

secure series A funding.

Services and SGN are already benefitting from FYLD’s AI-empowered

Ziad Hindo, Chief Investment Officer at Ontario Teachers’ Pension

digital platform. Additionally, FYLD is part of the prestigious HS2

Plan, which manages assets of approximately C$227 billion

Accelerator program. By transforming the ability of organisations to make real-time, data-driven decisions FYLD is already delivering substantial improvements in the safety, quality and productivity of field teams.

There is intense market interest in the platform, with FYLD currently partnering with 13 organisations across the utilities, rail, construction and infrastructure sectors for the deployment of its product.

30 NOVEMBER 2021

FYLD RAISES £10 MILLION IN SERIES A FUNDING FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

141

MEDIA & MARKETING

The promotion and dissemination of knowledge and information about products and organisations both externally and internally.

Related topics Website design Social media Promotional techniques

Sponsored by

142 142 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Freight Solutions is an outsourced marketing solution for the freight industry.

Traditional marketing

Digital marketing

App design

Print is not dead. Nor is the postal

The average adult spends most of their

The ultimate in customer engagement.

system. Both work perfectly well, so

day looking at a screen. Checking their

Mobile usage now outweighs desktop,

let‘s use them. In fact, in this digital

news feed, in front of their computer,

so give your audience a focused, useful

age, high-end print actually stands out

on social media, online shopping,

portal where you control the content

more than it used to.

watching TV. Be on those screens.

and they remain interested.

• FORWARDERmagazine.com

• FreightWebsite design

• FreightApp.design

• Advert design for your own use

• eShot campaigns

• Postal mailshots

• Social media

Book a meeting hello@freightsolutions.com +(0)1454 628 777 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

143

Building apps for the freight industry

We create tailor-made apps for freight and logistics companies, so you can communicate better with your customers and clients.

Increase your visibility to your clients and customers

Increase customer loyalty and engagement

Take bookings and orders directly from your app

Market your company more directly, saving money

Provide your customers with a social platform

Maximise your value to your customers

Build brand recognition

Stand out from the crowd

Some of the benefits of FreightApp 144

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Some of the functions Company profile Easy access to your company overview.

Employee directory Showcase the brains behind your business and have a searchable directory with profiles for each of your staff members.

Quote request

Allow your customers to request a quotation directly from the app.

Enquiries

A simple and user-friendly contact form to handle any customer enquiries.

Company news

The perfect feature for keeping your customers updated with latest news and posts.

Services

Air freight? Sea freight?

Include all your company services.

Get in touch with the team today...

Track & trace

Track your shipment’s location and delivery with your chosen third-party platform intergrated with your app.

Capacity & return loads

List your capacity / return loads with real-time notifications directly to your customer mobile devices.

Job section

Recruitment platform on which companies can post their latest vacancies. Candidates can apply directly from the app.

Booking form

Make it easy for clients to get in touch with their requirements directly from the app.

Push notifications

Schedule your notifications to be sent at specific times or send geofenced notifications to your clients based on their location.

+44 (0)1454 628 777 hello@freightapp.design FORWARDER magazine FreightApp.design

ISSUE69

145

Deep sector knowledge.

Digital expertise.

Professional & friendly service.

b e W n g i s de e h t for ht g i e fr stry u d in

+44 44 (0)1454 628777 hello@freightwebsite.design

146

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

m o r f es c i r P VAT

+ 9 4 9 £

ign s e ent d tion m b a p e s i o ort l W m e p i t v p p su b de gine o & e e W en anc n h e c t r ain ting Sea e m k , r ting ma a i d Hos me l a i Soc

We have unrivalled experience in web design, web development and SEO, along with web hosting, support and maintenance, giving you ultimate peace of mind.

As a part of Freight Solutions Consulting we are unparalleled when it comes to social media and digital marketing, meaning maximum brand exposure for your business.

freightwebsite.design FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

147

F R O M F O R W A R D E R M A G A Z I N E • P O W E R E D B Y F R E I G H TA B A S E

148

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

149

GIVING BACK

We know you're a generous, caring bunch in the freight world.

Let us help you get your message out there...

Related topics Charity Fundraising Environment

Sponsored by

150 150 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

10 NOVEMBER 2021

NEWCOLD FOCUSES ON A

SUSTAINABLE DISTRIBUTION VISION

BY COMMISSIONING 100% ELECTRIC FRIGE TRAILERS FROM THT NEW COOL

A

s part of NewCold’s Sustainability strategy the company is

battery pack. The energy is then transferred to the electric-powered

taking active steps to mitigate the effects of its operations

refrigeration system to cool the load inside the trailer.

on the environment.

According to NewCold, the positive environmental impact from using

Accordingly, NewCold has commissioned several 100% electric, THT

one electrically-powered trailer against its diesel-powered equivalent,

New Cool refrigerated trailers, which do not require a diesel engine

has the same pollution-reduction effect as electrifying 141 passenger cars.

to drive the refrigeration and as such, produce no CO2 emissions or particulates, while operating in complete silence!

Also, 30 litres less diesel is consumed per day when using a THT New Cool reefer (as opposed to using a conventional refrigerated trailer)

NewCold is working closely with its customers to improve their

which is equivalent to approximately 100 kg of CO2. This does not

sustainable footprint and the New Cool trailer trials are a ‘very visible

include fuel for the truck, but only concerns the daily fuel to run the

step’ towards that outcome.

trailer's TRU (Transport refrigeration unit).

One of the main components of New Cool’s 100% electric refrigerated

Plus, for each trailer operated on behalf of a NewCold customer around

trailer is an energy- producing axle. When the trailer slows down,

400 loads, including approx’ 13,400 pallets are distributed each year. This

energy is generated by the axle which is stored in an aluminium-encased

amounts to a reduction in carbon output of around 20,000kg annually.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

151

GIVING BACK NEWS 13 DECEMBER 2021

STENA BULK & OCGI PARTNER ON

CARBON CAPTURE & STORAGE FEASIBILITY STUDY Data from Stena Bulk Suezmax tanker used to explore

The results of the study show that carbon capture and storage is

applicability, cost and emissions reduction potential of

technically feasible on a large tanker. The biggest challenge, the study

installing onboard CCS technologies

found – although by no means an insurmountable one – was likely to be

L

cost of installation and operation, with storage tanks, compressors, and

eading tanker shipping company Stena Bulk has today announced

other equipment generating a large upfront CapEx barrier. Operating

the results of a recent partnership with the Oil and Gas Climate

expenses would also increase, the study found, because of the energy

Initiative (OGCI) to study and explore the potential of capturing

required to use the CCS system effectively. However, the study found

carbon at the point of exhaust from large commercial vessels.

that these costs could be substantially reduced if the engine was adapted for compatibility with carbon capture and storage.

Stationary carbon capture & storage (CCS) technologies onboard ships could be an important solution in the maritime sector’s race to

The study concluded these costs were likely to be a hurdle to deployment

decarbonise. To support the feasibility study into their use, Stena Bulk

of CCS in the near and medium term, but that as the technology improves

initially provided data from three vessels in its fleet; a medium range (MR)

and becomes cheaper to operate, it could be a persuasive option for the

oil/chemical tanker and a Suezmax crude oil tanker that are currently

industry’s decarbonisation trajectory. Wider context could influence this

running on heavy fuel oil (HFO), and an LNG carrier fuelled by LNG.

as well, the study pointed out, with commodity prices for captured carbon dioxide potentially offsetting some of the costs for owners and operators.

The information that Stena Bulk provided to support the study included key vessel technical information such as deck space, fuel use, the availability

It is fantastic to be able to share the results of the study we recently

of heat and energy in the exhaust stream, as well as wider considerations

conducted with OGCI into the feasibility of carbon capture and storage

such as if the vessels were technically representative of the wider global

for the global fleet. Completing this study fully aligns with Stena Bulk’s

fleet.

vision to advance decarbonisation because it is the commercially sensible thing to do. These results show promise, but also make clear

The findings of the study showed that the LNG carrier offered the

that there are commercial and technical challenges that our sector must

most straightforward path to implementing viable CCS because it had

overcome if we are to use CCS as a decarbonisation solution. We

the right mix of onboard infrastructure. The Suezmax and MR tankers

think that it’s right that the industry is honest about the challenges it

presented more technical challenges to implement a CCS system.

faces from a technical and commercial perspective on the pathway to decarbonisation. This study proves once again that there is no silver

Ultimately, the full feasibility study was conducted based on the Suezmax

bullet solution to meet the IMO’s climate targets, and that we must

tanker’s technical specifications because of the positive impact that a

promote and adopt a wide variety of proven and commercially sensible

potential carbon capture and storage system would have, and to test

solutions if we are to successfully decarbonise.

feasibility on a ship that was representative of the global fleet.

Erik Hånell, President & CEO, Stena Bulk

152

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Carbon capture and storage is expected to play a key role in meeting the ambitions of the Paris Agreement and is a familiar process for many of the member companies of OGCI. Extending and adapting the technology to marine vessels poses unique challenges, but also represents a great opportunity to reduce emissions from a difficult to abate sector within transportation. Our partnership with Stena Bulk has been a great example of the type of cross-industry collaboration that will be necessary to meet the challenges we face.

Dr. Michael Traver, Transport Workstream Chair for the Oil & Gas Climate Initiative 6 DECEMBER 2021

PALL-EX DELIVERS

P

£25,000 DONATION TO COMBAT STRESS

all-Ex (UK) Ltd has underlined its commitment to veterans’

A further contribution was made through the Pall-Ex UK’s Penny-a-

mental health charity, Combat Stress, with a £25,000

Pallet fund, which is generated from a penny being donated for every

donation. The big birthday gift was presented to the charity’s

pallet moved within the network throughout the year.

representatives as part of Pall-Ex Group’s 25th anniversary celebrations, held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, where Cold Feet and The

Pall-Ex’s ongoing growth will enable the firm to make larger contributions

Hobbit star James Nesbitt hosted the glamourous awards.

to its chosen charity partners, including Combat Stress, in the future.

The donation will be used to provide life-saving work to support

Maggie Bennion, Senior Corporate Fundraising Officer for Combat

veterans with complex mental health problems such as post-traumatic

Stress describes the difference the support of Pall-Ex will make to the

stress disorder. Pall-Ex UK has actively supported the Armed Forces

charity and the lives of the people it supports.

community since 2019 when it signed the Armed Forces Covenant and has gone on to achieve the coveted Silver Employer Recognition Scheme

We are extremely grateful to Pall-Ex UK for their very generous

(ERS) award from the Ministry of Defence. From its central hub in

donation of £25,000. As the UK’s leading charity for veterans’ mental

Coalville, the company has implemented practical policies to provide ex-

health, we provide specialist treatment and support to veterans with

military personnel and their families with access to training and support

complex mental health issues arising from military service. Pall-Ex’s

when starting new careers in the logistics industry.

donation will help us to continue supporting thousands of former servicemen and women across the UK to rebuild their lives.

The donation takes Pall-Ex’s total 2021 fundraising efforts for Combat Stress to over £35,000. Earlier this year staff took part in the charity’s annual March in March challenge, with participants marching, running, or walking a minimum of 10 miles, raising over £10,000.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

153

GIVING BACK EXPERTS

CLICK HERE TO BUY HOW RETAIL DELIVERY CAN HELP BRITAIN MEET ITS NET ZERO TARGET

O

Transport issues It is no secret that it takes some sort of vehicle to drop off a parcel on our doorstep. If you have ordered your weekly shop, a pair of new jeans, and a tasty Chinese takeaway, it is very likely that at least three different vehicles have hit the road and stopped outside your house in one day.

Unfortunately, regular home deliveries do our environment no favours whatsoever. This becomes particularly unsettling when realising that transport holds the unenviable reputation of being Britain’s largest emitting sector of greenhouse gases. As a result, the UK government has already set out plans to decarbonise the transport system. From 2030, for instance, petrol and diesel vehicles can no longer be sold. By 2035, instead, all cars and vans on UK roads will have to put out zero emissions.

As things stand, though, retail deliveries can have a significant, negative impact on everyone’s carbon footprint. This is especially true in multiitem orders. In fact, two products that are shipped separately will generate 35% more emissions than if they were delivered together.

nline deliveries – is there anything more convenient? You browse through endless options, click on the product that

To eradicate the problem from the outset, switching to electric vehicles

tickles your fancy, and wait for it to arrive from the comfort

would massively nullify gas emissions. Yes, buying a fleet of electric delivery

of your settee.

vans may seem a costly and inaccessible solution. But the reality is that there are affordable van leasing deals that would help businesses kickstart

There is no hiding that this practice has surged over the last 18 months or

their eco-friendly deliveries in an efficient, cost-effective manner.

so, incentivised by lockdowns and unsettling times. From food shopping to wardrobe makeovers, customers have been placing their orders and waiting

You will be glad to hear, moreover, that this is not the only sustainable

for the delivery man to knock on their front door. However, there are

option. What else can be done?

growing concerns over the impact this has on our environment. So, it’s time to rethink the way in which retailers cater to such high delivery demands.

Decrease trips As already mentioned, delivering products separately certainly doesn’t

As our planet finds itself under severe pressure, governments have

help the environment. It would be wise, instead, to limit the number of

adhered to the so-called Net Zero Emissions Race. The goal is to

trips to a customer’s house and substantially cut down on emissions. An

drastically bring down the release of toxic gases into the atmosphere.

effective way to ditch those multiple delivery journeys is to combine as

The UK, specifically, has committed to a legally binding net-zero target

many orders as possible. It is important to plan your itinerary carefully,

which needs to be achieved by 2050. It is safe to say that, with the

organising routes to minimise mileage.

increased use of online delivery services, retailers have a significant part to play in helping the country meet its aim.

With this in mind, we take a look at how retail deliveries can become more eco-friendly and sustainable...

154

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

Limit returns One of the perks of online shopping is that many retailers offer return

Moreover, reusable packaging is incredibly useful. To make return

services. Most of the time, clients can benefit from this option free of

services more sustainable, reusable boxes allow customers to send

charge. This is surely an excellent strategy to encourage customers

products back inside their original parcel – which, in turn, can be

to buy multiple items at once. While retailers may find it to be good

repurposed by the retailer for another delivery.

business, in truth, it’s no bed of roses.

Finally, plastic packaging is widely used for deliveries. A fundamental In fact, a study suggests that 30% of web shoppers purposely over-order

way to becoming more eco-friendly is to ditch plastic containers and

and later send back items they are not particularly keen on. Apart

resort to recycled cardboard parcels boxes instead. These can then be

from affecting the finances of the retailer, extensive returns are highly

recycled or used for storage.

detrimental to the planet. To limit the number of avoidable return trips, retailers may want to consider eliminating free return options. This way,

As the UK works hard to reach the all-important net-zero goal, we

customers will be more inclined to think twice before ordering products

are all called to play our part in safeguarding the environment. With an

they don’t really like, want, or need.

astounding rise in online deliveries, retailers will have to tweak their plans of action to become more sustainable.

Another way to help reduce the high rate of returns could be to enhance product descriptions on businesses’ websites. With extensive information

You can find the sources for this article in the online version here

about the item and good-quality pictures, clients will be able to make more conscious decisions – and, consequently, fewer reckless orders.

Reduce packaging As the saying goes, good things come in small packages. Why wrap a mug inside a parcel that could easily fit a cutlery set? Not only does it occupy unnecessary room in the back of the van, but it also has a negative effect on the environment – especially if it is not recyclable.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

155

THE LAST WORD...

THE TEAM...

CRAIG EDITOR-IN-CHIEF ALAN EDITOR LUKE SALES MANAGER DOM ADVERTISING TIM DESIGNER MOHIT SOCIAL MEDIA Issue69

FORWARDINGJOBS.COM FREIGHTWEBSITE.DESIGN

SLACK SEASON SHORT LIVED AS AIRLINES REACT TO FLAT DEMAND DANGEROUS GOODS

EXIS AMDT. 40-20 IMDG E-LEARNING

FREIGHT TECHNOLOGY MOVE IT LIKE... STEPHEN THOMPSON, MD, ACTION ROADWAYS

A FINAL WORD FROM

FORWARDER

O

k, well that's it for another year. That's six, if you're asking.

We've been with you through a couple of years of disruption and we haven't skipped a beat.

We hope you've weathered it all OK so far and that 2022 will be a great year for everyone. Get in touch and let us know how you intend to keep the wheels turning. In the meantime, have a great Christmas or however you choose to celebrate the holiday season.

Please keep the great content flowing our way, and we’ll present it to the freight and logistics world, with love from FORWARDER. Tim, Designer, FORWARDER

156

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

POST-BREXIT EFFICIENCIES THE BREXIT SITUATION

Issue66

CELEBRATING 5 YEARS & 60 ISSUES OF FORWARDER magazine ALEXANDER JONES, FREIGHT MERGERS LTD FREIGHTAPP FREIGHTABASE PHIL DENTON, ITAL LOGISTICS

Issue63 Issue62 Issue61

FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

Issue60 Issue59

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

Issue58 Issue57 Issue56 Issue55 Issue54 Issue53 Issue52 Issue51

???

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDER magazine

Issue65

Issue64

FORWARDINGJOBS.COM

FREIGHTWEBSITE.DESIGN

THE BOUNCE-BACK ISSUE

Issue68 Issue67

MULTIMODAL ����

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

NEXT MONTH...

We hope you like the new format and hopefully there will be a section that is of interest to you every month. Feel free to get involved!

To re-iterate, the main sections are...

COVID-19 RECOVERY BREXIT BRIEFING AIR FREIGHT SEA FREIGHT ROAD FREIGHT PROJECT CARGO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE AIR & SEA PORTS TECH & DIGITISATION EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS RECRUITMENT & TRAINING MEDIA & MARKETING INDUSTRY SERVICES GIVING BACK

I

f you would like your editorial to feature in next month’s magazine, please contact our editor using the contact details to the right.

If you would like to advertise in FORWARDER magazine,

full details of our rates and technical specifications can be found in our media pack. Please email us for a copy.

Unit 8 Apex Court, Almondsbury Business Park, Bristol BS32 4JT

twitter.com/ForwarderMag ForwarderMag facebook.com/forwardermagazine linkedin.com/company/forwarder-magazine FORWARDERmagazine.com

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Craig craig@freightsolutions.com • +44 (0)1454 275 946 EDITOR Alan alan@forwardermagazine.com | editor@forwardermagazine.com ADVERTISING Luke luke@freightsolutions.com • +44 (0)7368 976 852 Dom dom@freightsolutions.com • +44 (0)1454 628 794 ONLINE & SOCIAL MEDIA Mohit mohit@freightsolutions.com GRAPHIC DESIGN Tim tim@forwardermagazine.com SUBSCRIBE subscriptions@forwardermagazine.com

FORWARDER magazine is free in the UK. Please email for a subscription form.

Please visit us online at

When you’re finished with this magazine, please

forwardermagazine.com

recycle it.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

157

READ ALL ABOUT IT!

Issue69

FORWARDINGJOBS.COM

FREIGHTWEBSITE.DESIGN MULTIMODAL ����

SLACK SEASON SHORT LIVED AS AIRLINES REACT TO FLAT DEMAND DANGEROUS GOODS

EXIS AMDT. 40-20 IMDG E-LEARNING

FREIGHT TECHNOLOGY MOVE IT LIKE... STEPHEN THOMPSON, MD, ACTION ROADWAYS POST-BREXIT EFFICIENCIES THE BREXIT SITUATION

Issue67

CELEBRATING 5 YEARS & 60 ISSUES OF FORWARDER magazine ALEXANDER JONES, FREIGHT MERGERS LTD FREIGHTAPP FREIGHTABASE PHIL DENTON, ITAL LOGISTICS

FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

Issue65

Issue64 Issue63 Issue62

FORWARDINGJOBS.COM

FREIGHTWEBSITE.DESIGN

THE BOUNCE-BACK ISSUE

Issue68

Issue66

Issue61

FORWARDER magazine

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

Issue60 Issue59

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

Issue58 Issue57 Issue56 Issue55 Issue54 Issue53 Issue52 Issue51

FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine FORWARDER magazine

???

All of our issues are available on ISSUU.com – just search 'Forwarder'.

Of course, you can always read the latest issue on our website, at...

FORWARDER MAGAZINE.COM /READ-FORWARDER

158

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

The leading job board for the global freight industry

Reimagined.

Redesigned.

Relaunched.

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

159

Our people ...not ‘planes, ships or trucks...

deliver.

THANK YOU FOR HELPING

US TRANSFORM LIVES ACROSS AFRICA IN 2021 Air

Ocean

Road

Where cost, not time, is of the focus WE COULDN’T HAVE ACHIEVED ALL THISisWhere WITHOUT the essence, we again Europe, we still OUR WONDERFUL CORPORATE MEMBERS, speak your language. speak your language. speak your language.

PARTNERS AND FUNDRAISERS. Where time is of the

essence, we certainly

It’s been another challenging year for us all, but with your continued support we have been able to deliver so much; working with communities, partners, and governments to solve transport challenges throughout sub-Saharan Africa. for Just search Download We approach the new app 2022 more energised than ever before to help save lives through Aspen for iOS, on the App Store. our road safety and access to health projects.

Freight And we wish you a very safe and happy Christmas.

WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO: Created by

...Android version coming soon.

for generously donating this advert.

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING FIRMS FOR SUPPORTING OUR CHRISTMAS APPEAL:

+44 (0)20 3918 0500 commercial@aspenfreight.com aspenfreight.com

Moved by people  /Transaid  @TransaidOrg  /Transaid  /Transaidorg www.transaid.org 1 Meadlake Place • Thorpe Lea Road • Egham • Surrey • TW20 8BF qrcargo.com 160 FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69

SAFE TRANSPORT * 4,674 HAS NEVER BEEN

6,582

HGV, PSV, FORKLIFT &

SO IMPORTANT MOTORCYCLE DRIVERS TRAINED IN SIERRA LEONE, TANZANIA, UGANDA & ZAMBIA

IN UGANDA, Thanks to your support, we are helping communities to combat OF TRAINEE FELT OUR TRAINING COVID-19 inDRIVERS sub-Saharan Africa.

99%

WE LAUNCHED OUR ROAD SAFETY PROGRAMME IN

GHANA

MET OR EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS

In Uganda, we have provided advice, cab sanitisation OUR EMERGENCY TRANSPORT SYSTEMS IN MADAGASCAR materials and PPE to keep HGV drivers safe, reduce transmission rates and build community confidence in the logistics sector.

HELPED

12,142*

In Zambia we have expanded our MAMaZ against Malaria MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY at Scale programme to help rural communities protect REACH URGENT HEALTHCARE themselves, installing hand wash stations, procuring PPE for health workers, and raising awareness through radio adverts, posters and talks. All whilst ensuring our life-saving bicycle ambulance service for patients with severe malaria keeps running.

2,297*

CHILDREN

TRANSPORTED

VIA BICYCLE AMBULANCE TO A HEALTHCARE FACILITY IN RURAL ZAMBIA

COVID-19 SAFETY FACTSHEETS

SHARED WITH HEALTH SUPPLY CHAIN WORKERS, AND DRIVERS VIA THE TRUCKERS ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBIA

COMMENCED

WORK WITH THE FIA AND FIA FOUNDATION TO ESTABLISH A MOTORCYCLE HELMET WEARING COALITION IN KENYA

PROTECTED

900,000

PEOPLE IN RURAL ZAMBIA WITH OUR INTEGRATED MALARIA AND COVID-19 RESPONSE - FAR EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS * April 2020 – March 2021

Text TRANSAID to 70450 to donate £10*  Transaid

UK registered charity no. 1072105

UK registered charity no. 1072105

*Texts cost £10 plus one standard rate message & you’ll be opting in to hear more about our work via telephone/SMS. If you’d like to give £10 but don’t wish to receive marketing communications, text TRANSAIDNOINFO to 70450.

 TransaidOrg  Transaid  Transaidorg Patron HRH The Princess Royal FORWARDER magazine ISSUE69 161 www.transaid.org Patron HRH The Princess Royal

EURGENT - TIME CRITICAL EXPERTS FOR EUROPEAN LOGISTICS AND EXPRESS FREIGHT FORWARDING AEROSPACE AND AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALISTS 24/7 OPERATIONAL COMMUNICATION AND SUPPORT CUSTOMS DOCUMENT FACILITIES AIR-RIDE, HAZARDOUS AND TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED EXTENSIVE COVERAGE OF ALL EUROPEAN DESTINATIONS COMPREHENSIVE NETWORK OF SECURE SUPPLIERS

Please call us for immediate quotation +44 (0)1656 656535 enq @ eurgent.co.uk www.eurgent.co.uk

162

FORWARDER magazine

ISSUE69