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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

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DON’T FALL VICTIM TO CUSTOMS DELAYS

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Suffolk freight forwarder has urged businesses not to fall

If customs declarations, including any duty and import VAT payments,

victim to customs delays – as new rules came in from New

are not complete upon arrival from the New Year, goods won’t be let

Year’s Day.

into the country.

Darren Ryan, Director at Morrison Freight in Great Blakenham, said

It follows the end of delays introduced by HMRC as part of Brexit

firms should act quickly to avoid getting caught out...

transitional measures, where customs declarations could be submitted after 175 days.

The option to delay customs declarations has been incredibly useful for businesses but, like all things, it’ll soon come to an end. We strongly

The optional delays were originally due to end on June 30, 2021, but the

urge businesses to start putting the relevant procedures in place to

deadline was later extended to December 31.

ensure 2022 gets off to a smooth start. If you don’t have an in-house customs team, then get a customs broker to streamline the process.

Mr Ryan said while UK businesses have been supported by the delay, it’s vital they are prepared from January 1 to avoid any disruption to their operations or the wider freight industry.

The industry has faced disruption because of the pandemic, Brexit and driver shortages. If businesses enter the new year unprepared and without a customs broker like Morrison Freight, it could lead to further disruption for their business.

Morrison Freight provides an in-house Customs Clearance Service consisting of an experienced team to ensure cargo is delivered safely and timely.

With direct connections to the UK’s main ports, Morrison Freight can

From 1 January 2022, a full and final customs declaration must be made

complete customs declarations directly with them to speed the process

on arrival of all EU goods entering the UK.

up and reduce costs.

To find out more about Morrison Freight’s Customs Clearance Service, visit morrison.com/services

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BREXIT BRIEFING NEWS 14 DECEMBER 2021

TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS LAUNCHED TO

SIMPLIFY POST-BREXIT BORDER PROCESSES

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P World is introducing a range of technology products aimed

The four products are...

at simplifying and solving some of the post-Brexit import and BEEMS Pre-lodgement, offers a direct connection to the relevant

export challenges.

government’s customs systems, enabling users to submit and verify

The border requirements introduced in January 2021 led to reports

movement records. It is currently available for any designated GB pre-

of confusion across the industry on what documentation was required

lodgement route supporting GVMS, will be available on the Irish Sea in

for each journey and how to generate it, which resulted in incorrect

the near future and allow customers to receive updates from the French

paperwork being presented at port check-ins and longer waiting times.

‘Enveloppe Logistique’.

With the next set of border requirements, for cargo movements from

Safety and Security Declarations, is an easy-to-use platform for

Europe to the UK, expected to cause more disruption when they are

creating and submitting these mandatory declarations for the GB

introduced in January 2022, and tighter enforcement expected at EU

and France. The same functionality will be available for the Republic

ports, organisations across the supply chain fear further disruption with

of Ireland and Northern Ireland at a later date. (Without a complete

detrimental impacts on costs, profit margins and journey times.

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

Customs Declarations, is an HMRC compliant software platform

products aimed at helping all areas of the supply chain to get to take

designed to support both UK customs systems for processing

control of their border requirements, quickly and cost effectively.

declarations, CHIEF and CDS. The first release of the product has been launched focusing on the core functionality to enable customers to

The online tools, which will be available on DP World’s technology solution

submit import and export declarations, with more enhancements being

platform, CARGOES Community, will enable users to manage the processes

phased in during the first half of 2022.

more efficiently, while also providing the reassurance of full compliance with the regulations. Their use is also expected to help reduce check-in times and

Travel Wallet, is a digital platform that guides users through which

traffic at ports, as drivers will be better equipped with the digital paperwork

documents to submit - based on the exact route and cargo – and then

they require, with less potential for language barrier issues.

generates one easy to use barcode to help drivers with a smooth and fast check-in at ports. This neutral product will be offered to customers by

BEEMS Border Management Products is comprised of four separate

any ferry operators who choose to partner with DP World CARGOES

products that can be used individually or together and are being phased

Community on it. P&O Ferries, which is also part of the DP World

in and enhanced over 2021 and 2022. Once the full suite of fully enhanced

Group, is expected to launch the Travel Wallet in the coming weeks.

products has been brought to market, they will offer a complete automated one-stop-shop for post-Brexit border management compliance.

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It is a very challenging time for our sector at the moment for many

The BEEMS Border Management Products were created by CNS

reasons. The added complexity, time and cost of post-Brexit importing

(Community Network Services), a UK government approved

and exporting in and out of the UK is just one of those reasons, but

business, within the DP World Group, that has recently

these new requirements are here to stay, therefore it’s important to

rebranded under the CARGOES Community brand of the group.

adopt technology led processes that can become BAU as simply and cost-effectively as possible. We believe our products will help users

CNS has been providing technology products to the port and

across the supply chain to do that, providing them with efficient and

logistics community in the UK since it was established in 1985.

easy to use online tools that will allow them to meet with the necessary

Last year it launched an initial phase of BEEMS on the GB to

requirements, without it costing them significant amounts of time or

Northern Ireland route, which helped users to manage the new

money. All of our technology products and solutions are designed for

requirements while also allowing them to share documents and

the ports and logistics sector as that is the only market we operate in.

status updates with their partners and drivers in real-time.

We have a long and proud history of providing solutions to industry issues in the UK and in recent years these products have been enhanced by the global expertise and resource offered through DP World, which is committed to deploying industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions.

Mahmood Al Bastaki, COO, CARGOES Community, DP World

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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.

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ENVIROTAINER PRAISES INDUSTRY COLLABORATION AS IT HANDLES

BILLIONTH VACCINE Omicron surge prompts the need for even greater planning to

Globally, just 56.9 per cent of the world population has received

deliver the next billion doses

one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. This illustrates the mountain

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left to climb. In doing so, pharmaceutical manufacturers, forwards,

nvirotainer, the global market leader in secure cold-chain

airlines and cold chain-solutions providers need to work seamlessly

solutions for air transportation of pharmaceuticals, is calling

as extensions of each other.

for continued collaboration between pharmaceutical firms and

the logistics industry.

This calls for total transparency on which consignments are crucial and need to be prioritised. It also requires further advance planning.

The call to action comes as Envirotainer passes a major milestone in

Not only in terms of keeping COVID-19 treatments moving, but also

the shipment of COVID-19 vaccines. One billion have been carried

other life-saving drugs that are required every day across the globe.

in the company’s fleet of over 6,500 temperature-controlled air cargo containers. These are designed to maintain constant internal

We’re incredibly proud of handling a billion vaccines at a time when air

temperature, some for over a week, ensuring treatments arrive in

freight has been restricted and demand has been sky high. This is thanks

perfect condition.

to the incredible collaboration we’ve been part of across the industry.

We’ve worked closely with our partners and customers, and now want

With much of Europe introducing new curbs on freedoms to reduce

to work even closer with those efforts in the face of Omicron. It’s crucial

cases[i], the whole sector needs to be ready to meet increased demand

we continue to work in unity across the cold-chain to get the next doses

for vaccines and boosters.

to the patients, where they’re needed. It’s our responsibility as part of the fight against coronavirus, and we’re ready to do all we can.

Niklas Adamsson, Chief Operating Officer, Envirotainer

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COVID-19 RECOVERY NEWS 12 JANUARY 2022

DESPITE THE PANDEMIC

KRONE REVENUES GROW TO €2.2 BILLION

The Commercial Vehicles division reported sales worth 1,374.0 million euros and a plus of 17.8% over the previous year (1,166.2 million euros) whilst the Agricultural Machinery division reports another slight

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increase by 11.1% to 813.5 million euros (previously 731.9 euros).

pelle, January 2022. Supporting the efforts in the fight of

The Group’s consolidated earnings before income tax for the financial

the Corona pandemic, the Krone Group has conducted 25

year 2020/2021 increased from 42.0 million euros to 95.9 million euros.

vaccination campaigns at all its production sites since the

The Group’s profit on sales stood at 4.4% (2.2% in the previous year).

outbreak of the pandemic, administering 8,300 vaccine doses of which about 50 percent were used to vaccinate employees of the Krone

Financial position/funding

Group and 50 percent for their family members or the employees of

The balance sheet total for the 2020/2021 financial year stood at 1,476.8

neighbouring companies.

million euros (previous year 1,333.6 million euros). Total investments of 45.4 million euros (previously 60.2 million euros) were offset by The costs for these campaigns amounted to about 2 million

depreciation of 38.9 million euros. Liquidity increased by 132.1 million euros to 337.0 million euros.

euros spent on materials, masks, sanitizers and the installation of

Mainly on account of the Group’s consolidated earnings of 68.9 euros

the vaccination centres proper.

on the balance sheet date, equity capital increased from 588.7 million

Add to this the labour costs

euros to 645.3 million euros. The equity ratio of 43.7% did not change

incurred in the management of

significantly over the previous year (44.1%).

the pandemic situation and for precautionary measures. These

Medium and long-term debt capital increased from 426.4 million euros

indirect costs include those due to rescheduling, replanning and downtime

to 500.5 million euros. The Group’s mid- and long-term capital stands at

in manufacturing during the quarantine and amount to about 8 million

1,146.2 million euros (previous year 1,015.5 million euros). This covers

euros. The total costs add up to nearly 10 million euros across the Krone

both fixed assets and the entire stock assets as well as receivables from

Group during the past 22 months. It is particularly in view of this situation

deliveries and services.

that we are very grateful for a most successful business year.

Bernard Krone,

Staff numbers

Chairman of the Holding SE & Co. KG Supervisory Board

In the last financial year, the Krone Group employed 5,438 people in more than 15 countries (previously 5,375). This number includes an average of

In consistently challenging markets, the Krone Group generated sales

266 apprentices (previous year 293). The Commercial Vehicles division

of about 2.2 billion euros in the financial year 2020/2021 (01/08/2020

employed 2,924 people worldwide (previous year 2,948); the number of

– 31/07/2021), surpassing the results of the previous year (1.9 billion

employees in Agricultural Machinery stood at 2,195 (previous year 2,163)

euros). 75 percent of this revenue was earned in markets outside

and in the Holding at 319 (previous year 264).

Germany and 25 percent in Germany.

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Research & Development

Bernard Krone is very pleased about the company’s successful

In the past financial year, Krone again made significant investments in

performance:

research and development and both divisions added further products

the uncertainties that come with it, our turnover of 2.2 billion euros is

to their programmes. Additions to the agricultural equipment portfolio

a remarkable feat. My special thanks go to the Krone teams everywhere

included the GX all-round loader wagon, the trailed EasyWrap T bale

in the group for their flexible and disciplined conduct, displaying an

wrapper and new single-rotor rakes. The Commercial Vehicles division

extraordinary loyalty to the Krone company even in Corona times. This

launched the new and modular Swap Liner that accommodates two

has helped us to secure our position as an innovative manufacturer and

swap bodies as well as new chassis models for containers, the optimised

to consolidate our market shares in both business fields. One of the

Cool Liner, the new-generation swap body 4.0 and the first electric

pillars of our success has been our philosophy of customer proximity

eTrailer prototype.

as the guiding principle of everything we do and which we have kept up

Especially against the backdrop of the pandemic and

also during the pandemic – albeit by means of new ways and channels. As At the same time, both divisions expanded their range of digital services

we continue this strategy with consistency also in this current business

which customers can book on demand. Among these are the mykrone.

year, I am very optimistic that we will be able to raise our sales revenues

green customer portal for our agricultural customers and the Krone

again. After all, Corona has made it plain to all that agriculture and the

Trusted and Krone 360°Trailer Service as new services provided by the

transport industry are indispensable pillars of a functioning society.

Commercial Vehicle division.

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AIR FREIGHT

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DECEMBER AIR CARGO DEMAND DAMPENED

BY SUPPLY CHAIN ISSUES & OMICRON CONCERNS

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ecember demand in the general air cargo market put a final

It was certainly more complex to ship goods from A to B in 2021 by all

dampener on 2021 peak season volumes as continuing supply

modes of transport, which has continued to increase rates. In the general

chain issues, congestion on the ground, and concerns over

air cargo market, we’ve seen airlines focus more on managing margins than

the new Omicron virus suppressed any end-of-year uptick, according

on filling aircraft. From a volume perspective, compared to 2019, November

to industry analysts, CLIVE Data Services.

and December did not produce ‘the peak of all peaks’. The capacity and ‘dynamic loadfactor’ trends were more or less in line with earlier months,

CLIVE’s latest weekly market intelligence shows a -5% fall in chargeable

but rates kept on climbing. So, what is at play here? This latest December

weight in December 2021, compared to the pre-Covid level of

data amplifies what we saw in November, with issues on the ground

December 2019, making it, versus 2019, one of the weaker months of

impacting the efficiency of the value chain. The rapid increase on Omicron

the year. Versus December 2020, volumes rose by +1%. CLIVE’s analyses

and its impact on staff availability, hard lockdowns and their impact on

of the general air cargo market for the last calendar month continued to

business and consumer confidence are likely at play here. Looking at 2021

measure performance to both the pre-covid 2019 level, as well as giving

overall, after a very strong start to the year and pretty solid middle months,

2020 year-over-year comparisons, to provide a meaningful assessment

we witnessed a not-so-strong ending of the year. The wear and tear of close

of its current performance.

to 20 months of Covid started to really impact the efficiency of the value chain towards the end of 2021, and there are still no fundamental changes

Q4 2021 data has reflected CLIVE’s statement earlier in the year that

expected in the short-term that would change the current dynamics of

issues facing the air cargo market were driven by supply chain challenges,

supply chain shortages and elevated rates.

and less so by soaring volumes. In October, CLIVE’s ‘dynamic loadfactor’

Niall van de Wouw, Managing Director, CLIVE

– which measures both the volume and weight perspectives of cargo flown and capacity available to produce a true indicator of airline performance – reported a lower load factor for the time of year than expected, followed in November by a -1.2% drop in volumes.

Cargo capacity has remained slow to return to the pre-Covid level. In December 2021, it remained at -12% to December 2019. The ‘dynamic loadfactor’ for this December of 65% was +2% pts up versus two years ago.

The big growth curve in Q4 of 2021 was in airfreight rates, which in December climbed at a global level to 168% ahead of December 2019 (+42% versus December 2020), following earlier monthly gains compared to 2019 of 155% and 159% in October and November 2021 respectively.

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AIR FREIGHT NEWS 18 JANUARY 2022

AIR FRANCE KLM MARTINAIR CARGO & ENVIROTAINER INTENSIFY PARTNERSHIP FOR

MORE SUSTAINABLE PHARMA TRANSPORT

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nvirotainer, the global market leader in secure cold chain

We are very happy that a close partner of ours since many

solutions for air transportation of pharmaceuticals and Air

years keeps delivering top quality service and secures that the

France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo), the leading

pharmaceutical industry, together with us, provides further capacity

airline in pharmaceutical logistics, today announced their collaboration

of latest technology.

on Sustainability.

Don Harrison, Head of Global Key Accounts – Airlines, Envirotainer

Envirotainer and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo each have a strong

We really appreciate our long-term partnership with Envirotainer.

focus on sustainability and are pursuing multiple initiatives with a view

Sustainability and Pharmaceuticals are among our strategic focus areas.

to achieving more sustainable operations.

That is why this initiative is of such great importance to us.

Marcel Kuijn, Global Head of Pharmaceutical Logistics, AFKLMP Cargo

Being long-term close partners, both organisations sought to strengthen

Envirotainer Sustainability context

the initiatives by collaboration.

In 2020, Envirotainer revised its Sustainability Strategy, based on Agenda Air France KLM Martinair Cargo has approved the newly introduced

2030 and the UN Global Compact. The revised strategy includes a

Envirotainer Releye ® container and is in the process of implementing

stakeholder analysis, materiality assessment, mapping of key SDGs

it in its booking system as part of its product portfolio. The Releye

to which Envirotainer can contribute. And a detailed calculation of

provides outstanding environmental performance, delivering up to 90%

Envirotainer’s total CO2 footprint according to the Greenhouse Gas

reduction in CO2 emissions compared to available passive solutions,

Protocol, as well as concrete targets and actions.

based on life-cycle analysis.

Envirotainer’s target of being climate neutral was reached in 2020 and Envirotainer will reduce the impact of the use of its containers on the

the company is since then CO2 emission neutral in Scope 1, 2 and 3,

environment by investing in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). SAF offers

excluding use-phase, as the first company in the industry. In addition, life

a cleaner alternative for conventional jet fuel.

cycle analysis, performed by a third party, shows that our products are the most climate friendly cold chain solutions in the industry.

SAF is produced from sustainable feedstock, such as cooking oil, animal waste or solid waste from homes and businesses. It reduces CO2

80-90% of the CO2 emissions in the pharmaceutical value-chain are

emissions by up to 85%, when compared to conventional jet fuel. The

generated in the production and raw material sourcing, so preventing

reduction occurs throughout the entire lifecycle of producing and using

temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals from being exposed to

sustainable aviation fuel compared to that of fossil fuel.

temperature deviations during transport is crucial. Envirotainer is happy to report industry-leading levels of less than 0.1% temperature deviations. We believe this is especially noteworthy considering that

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some 600 million vials of pharmaceuticals were transported in our cold-

The use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). These non-fossil fuels are

chain solutions in 2020. Also, Envirotainer develops, manufactures, and

produced from industrial or domestic waste in a circular economy,

provides innovative cold chain air transportation solutions, including

and do not compete with the human food chain. Air France and KLM

validation, support, and service, for pharmaceutical products that

have been pioneers in the use of these fuels, which will play a key

require a temperature-controlled environment. Being part of this truly

role in the decarbonisation of air transport, as they reduce greenhouse

circular economy, where our products are leased to our customers

gas emissions by an average of 80% over the entire life cycle. Today,

and are thus re-used hundreds of times during their lifetime, strongly

the Group is working to make these fuels more accessible in terms of

benefits the environment by reducing packaging landfills.

quantity and price by creating an actual sustainable aviation fuel industry in Europe.

Air France KLM Martinair Cargo Sustainability context

The search for greater efficiency in its operations, by favouring more

In October 2021, Air France KLM Group has committed to having

direct trajectories and applying procedures that limit fuel consumption

its CO2 emissions reduction targets validated by the independent

(lighter aircraft, single-engine taxi, continuous descent). Air France and

reference organization SBTi, ensuring that its targets are in line with

KLM have set themselves the target of carbon neutrality for ground

the Paris Agreement. Air France-KLM is one of the first European airline

operations by 2030.

groups to have its decarbonisation trajectory validated by SBTi. This new important step in the Group's decarbonisation strategy comes in

In addition, Air France-KLM is mobilizing the entire sector and is

addition to its objective of net zero emissions by 2050.

committed to the development of innovative solutions for aircraft design and maintenance, engines, or synthetic fuels, which will gradually

The Air France-KLM group's decarbonisation trajectory includes: An

lead to totally carbon-free aviation.

ambitious plan to renew the fleet of the Group’s airlines with new generation aircraft emitting 20 to 25% less CO2.

Envirotainer and AFKLMP Cargo have been working with similar objectives to improve the temperature sensitive supply chain quality,

Between 2019 and 2021, the Group invested €2.5 billion in fleet renewal.

reliability and accessibility over the years. Now we can also add improved sustainability to our joint objectives to further strengthen our relationship.

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A system of transporting goods by ship.

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CARGOGULF INTRODUCES NEW SERVICES UNDER ITS

ARABIAN GULF-ASIA TRADE LANE

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argoGulf, the leading independent global Non-Vessel

Hans-Henrik Nielsen, CargoGulf’s Global Development Director, is

Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC), has launched new

pleased to bring flexible options to the Arabian Gulf and Asian market:

services between the Arabian Gulf, Indian Subcontinent and

The new services plying the Arabian Gulf-Asia trade expands

Asia. The new Rapid Express Service (RES), Mekong Gulf Express (MGE)

our geographical coverage and allow us to increase our direct

and Southeast Asia to Indian Subcontinent and the Arabian Gulf (SIA)

sailing frequencies.

service complement its Arabian Gulf to Asia (AGA) service introduced in 2020 and North Asia Gulf Express (NAGE) service in 2021.

The new dedicated RES, MGE and SIA services are the latest addition to CargoGulf’s growing portfolio, which also includes: Nil Manel Express

These services offer fixed weekly sailings between the Arabian Gulf and

– Arabian Gulf to Sri Lanka and Maldives; AGE – China to Europe-UK,

Asia, linking the ports of Shanghai and Shekou (China), Ho Chi Minh

via Jebel Ali, Dubai, UAE; and the Pacific Services – Arabian Gulf and

(Vietnam) and Laem Chabang (Thailand) with all major ports in the

Sri Lanka, connecting via CargoGulf hubs in Busan (South Korea) and

Arabian Gulf, providing faster transit time and direct calls in Dammam

Singapore, to the Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia regions.

(Saudi Arabia), Sohar (Oman), Karachi, Mundra and Nhava Sheva (India), and Port Klang (Malaysia).

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SEA FREIGHT

:SHIPPING NEVER SLEEPS CORY BROTHERS

THE LAST 180 YEARS...& THE NEXT

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hat is the secret to business longevity when reflecting

Even though the pandemic has metaphorically bought us closer together,

on (and celebrating) 180 years successful trading? Is

2022 is continuing with the same supply chain frustrations as 2021.

it staying relevant? Diligent stewardship over nearly

The supply and demand balance remains firmly out of kilter. Ocean

two centuries? Adapting to the times? Or maybe a combination of all

and air freight rates are expected to remain at record high levels

three and a few more besides? The latest upheavals, since March 2020,

with congestion and haulage issues also unresolved. These hurdles

represent just a few of the tricky waters Cory Brothers Shipping Agency

notwithstanding, the Cory Brothers Logistics division has had a very

has successfully navigated during their on ongoing journey. Keeping

successful few years where the additional customs clearance work

pace and adapting fast in a rapidly changing world has never been more

remains a welcome contributor. The entire team are working harder

important. From generational changes such as Brexit to the more recent

as the mechanisms have all changed: many people are working from

table turning tactics of the container shipping lines and the world re-

home, communicating with shipping lines takes a lot longer, securing

defining cleaner energy profiles; keeping up and keeping ahead isn’t easy

the right haulage service at the right time is more demanding than ever

– if it was, every business would be celebrating their 180th birthday.

and 'change' through all the moving parts remains more constant than ever. Naturally, it’s frustrating for our team, our suppliers and perhaps

Cory Brothers is a hybrid shipping

more so for our customers. So many people within the logistics sector

business with four divisions:

feel they’re ironically, 'in the same boat' that levels of patience have

Ships Agency, Liner Agency, Hub

increased and we’re all thankfully, more understanding and accepting.

Agency & Logistics. All divisions

Learning how to quickly solve new issues in new ways is a never ending

par tially overlap yet all are

challenge that we accept. From identifying a new 'work around' route

different, providing key services

for a time critical air freight export or securing volume slot space on

within the same sphere. Under

an overcrowded trade lane; our team of creative problem solvers are

the stewardship of group MD

increasingly innovative.

Peter Wilson, the future is looking beyond safe and secure; more like bright and exciting! Wilson explains,

The latest new UK/EU customs clearance processes have caused a few

As a trusted and qualified service provider Cory Brothers is wholly

logistical headaches for some import and export retailers. Our team of

reliant on its people to maintain the high standards pivotal to its

dedicated experts constantly invest and prepare for changes well in advance

ongoing success. The positive culture that ensures this treasured trait

and so mitigate the 'delay dangers' for our customers. Cory’s specialist

remains, is extended into our relationships with customers, suppliers

retail team (UK based) manage multi-EU trade lanes and offer the personal

and stakeholders. We always seek to garner excellent multi-level

service and around the clock cover that has proved to be attractive to large

relationships throughout - it’s just the right thing to do.

scale volume movers that need reliability and effective communications.

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ADVERTORIAL some fresh new ideas for our 180th birthday celebrations and how to better communicate with our younger stakeholders through more varied channels. Simon in the logistics import team (the UKs 250th Kickstarter) is a fast learner who has integrated into the team with ease and making good progress.

Conversely, we have recently acquired a new and multi-talented commercial director: Guy has rejoined the business after a 10-year gap and is now heading What of the future? Aside from the merger with our Dutch counterparts

up our sales activity for the

Vertom (forming VertomCory), our 180th birthday celebrations

Ships Agency & HUB divisions.

throughout 2022 and the planned expansion of all our divisions,

A seasoned leader with great

we believe that customer service will remain the standout difference

knowledge and desire.

that new customers seek out as the defining element that underlines good value. The changing approach by the container lines to seemingly

The positive balance of experience, exuberance and equality reflects

marginalise the freight forwarding community in favour of dealing with

where the business is heading and how it continues to adapt to the world

volume traders directly is likely to cause added disruption to supply

around us. Planning, investing and adapting for the next 180 years.

chains. Ocean freight rates will remain high not least because of the imbalance but due to the changing tactics; the common frameworks of agreed services (with structured rates, validity, schedules etc) are now less favoured by the shipping lines. Their collective investment towards greener shipping is to be admired but for now, the continuity of structured ocean freight service feels like it is in transition and the destination is uncertain. What we can be certain of, is that Cory Brothers will continue to work with all stakeholders and ensure our customers supply chains remain intact and visible.

Adding new talent to each division is vital and the governments Kick star ter programme has helped. The younger Kickstarter additions have proved very positive and successful. Conor in the Ships Agency division (East Coast Team) has been taken on full time and is being fast tracked, including an intensive course for his driver’s licence. Hannah, who recently joined the group marketing team, has hit the ground running providing

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SEA FREIGHT NEWS 5 JANUARY 2022

BIFA CALLS FOR INVESTIGATION INTO CONTAINER SHIPPING MARKET...

CLAIMING THAT IT IS UNFAIRLY DISTORTED

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he British International Freight Association (BIFA) has

BIFA members fully accept that a free market economy is open to

written to the UK government asking it to investigate the

all, but are increasingly concerned that the activities of the container

state of competition within the current deep sea container

shipping lines, and the exemptions from legislation from which they

shipping market.

benefit, are distorting the operations of that market to the shipping lines’ advantage, whilst adversely and unfairly affecting their customers,

The UK’s main trade association for freight forwarding and logistics

especially freight forwarders and SME businesses. The facts speak

companies says that its members are concerned that certain practices

for themselves. During a period that has seen EU block exemption

undertaken by the principal container shipping lines, as well as easements

regulations carried forward into UK law, there has been huge market

and exemptions provided to them under competition law, are distorting

consolidation. In 2015, there were 27 major container shipping lines

the operations of the free market to the detriment of international trade.

carrying global containerised trade, with the largest having a 15.3% market share. Today, there are 15 shipping lines, organised into three

In a letter to Robert Courts MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State

major alliances carrying that trade, with some analysts observing that

at the Department for Transport, BIFA's Director General Robert Keen

the market share of a single alliance on certain key routes could be over

expresses the trade association’s concern that during a period of well-

40%. The pandemic has highlighted and accelerated this development,

documented chaos within the container shipping sector, commercial

which has also contributed to dreadful service levels, and hugely inflated

power is becoming increasingly concentrated, resulting in diminished

rates, with carriers allocating vessels to the most profitable routes with

market choice and competition, and distorted market conditions.

little regard to the needs of their customers. Drewry recently issued a profit forecast of more than USD150 billion for 2021 for the main container shipping lines for which financial results are available. To put that into perspective, this is more than has been achieved in the previous 20 years combined, and many BIFA members consider it to be a case of blatant profiteering.

BIFA is joining a growing number of organisations, including CLECAT and FIATA, the US Federal Maritime Commission, and the Australian Productivity Commission, in calling for governments at a national and pan-national level to give careful consideration to the evolving business arrangements in the container shipping market to see whether they are in breach of competition law.

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CONTAINERISATION & COMPLIANCE JANUARY 2022

A LOT HAS HAPPENED IN THE PAST 35 YEARS The role Exis has played in shipping dangerous goods and future plans for Safety of Life and Cargo at Sea

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n 2022 Exis Technologies celebrates 35 years supplying IT solutions for the management of dangerous goods in sea transport, helping shippers, consignors, forwarders and shipping lines to comply with

regulatory requirements of shipping containerised DG by sea. Early, paper based, methods of shipping DG were time consuming and relied on many people in the process understanding the cargo and its handling requirements. Getting the answers wrong to important questions like; Which goods are actually classified as dangerous goods? Can they be

Ships with capacity of almost 24,000 TEU can be regularly spotted in

shipped together safely in a container? What packaging do they need?

container ports. In 1980, 102 million tons of cargo was being carried by

and Where should they be stowed in the ship?, could be catastrophic.

container ships globally. By 2017, this figure had jumped to 1.834 million tons (source UNCTAD, Clarkson Research Services copyright Statista

In 1987, the IMDG Code, produced by the International Maritime

2019) – a massive 1,698 % increase!

Organization, only existed in book format and widespread use of digital solutions was not prevalent in the shipping industry. After the first

Collaborations and new initiatives

digital dangerous goods list database was developed by programmers

Exis does not stand still, seeking out new collaborations and driving

at Exis, basic look up tools for international multimodal regulations

through initiatives to help with continued safety improvements in

followed to speed up the booking process. By the 1990s Exis had its

containerisation. In 2011 the Cargo Incident Notification System (CINS)

own digital solutions with the ability to find the correct UN numbers or

was launched, a major industry collaboration involving five of the top

proper shipping name , perform packaging, segregation /stowage checks

container lines to analyse global operational information on all cargo

and produce documentation that could be used in the transport chain.

and container related accidents. Celebrating its 10 year anniversary in

Exis continued to innovate and by 2010 Hazcheck Validation Systems

2021, it has 17 shipping line members which represent over 85% of the

had been implemented by 9 of the top 10 container lines. In parallel,

world’s container slot capacity. Exis, now a CINS advisory member,

Exis’ IMDG Code e-learning training tool was also launched in line with

developed the CINSnet database that drives the CINS initiative. Exis

IMO’s new mandatory IMDG Code training guidelines.

was able to contribute to new industry-accepted safety considerations for the stowage of DG on board containerships prepared by CINS and

Digital solutions produced by Exis have allowed businesses to keep pace with the advancement of container shipping today. When Exis was formed in 1987, the largest container ships, restricted in size by the Panama Canal, carried around 4,600 TEU, now Ultra Large Container

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led by Maersk following the fire on the Maersk Honam.

ADVERTORIAL In 2018 Exis became part of New York based container/vessel cargo

In 2021 we were able to collect large amounts of data from all

surveying and inspection company National Cargo Bureau with the joint

of our Hazcheck tools...

mission of Safety of Life and Cargo at Sea. NCB’s 2020 white paper

• Hazcheck tools for declared dangerous goods – we are now

focused on joining together to tackle undeclared and misdeclared DG.

performing more than 400,000 validations per month, representing

Statistics from TT Club, a leading provider of international transport and

82% of the world’s DG/hazmat container traffic, and picking up

logistics insurance suggest that, on average, a containership is involved

around 4,000 rejections per month

in a major fire every 60 days, often caused by cargo that is deliberately

• Hazcheck Inspections used by NCB, their container inspection

declared incorrectly to save cost or time. Larger vessels are most

database has an excess of 100,000 data records and is

affected. Of around 60 million packed containers being moved each year,

constantly growing

10 per cent are declared as dangerous goods. Some ships carry more than 1,000 containers with DG on any given voyage.

• Hazcheck Detect is screening more than 15 million shipments per month. These data sets along with machine learning and AI techniques will be able to help improve the detection of invalid

NCB and Exis have been working on ground breaking new tools over the

and dangerous shipments by creating new rules and search terms

past 4 years to help with the dilemmas that containerisation can bring.

Hazcheck Detect, the API based cargo screening solution launched in

In 2022 we are looking forward to another year of delivering

2020 is already in use with a number of large container lines including

advancements in our industry solutions because there is no standing

Maersk. It scans all booking details for keywords and creates an

still in the ever changing world of containerisation.

industry library to enable suspicious bookings to be identified that may be misdeclared or undeclared dangerous goods (DG). Cargo screening allows non-compliant cargo to be detected within seconds rather than days. Last minute changes to bookings, declarations, Bills of Lading and

The largest cargo ship in the world, Ever Ace, coming into the Port of Felixstowe in September 2021

shipping instructions can be picked up in real time. This immediate response avoids such cargo from being loaded onto a ship, thereby avoiding the risk of fires at sea.

New technologies and the importance of data In 2018 Exis took part in the misdeclaration of dangerous goods blockchain project, Maritime Blockchain Labs, led by Bloc with the support of Lloyd’s Register Foundation. There are still challenges but if the supply chain is willing and able to share their data in the future it could play a big part in the safety of containerised shipments being used to digitise diverse DG documentation, automate transmission and updating of DG information.

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RL AUTOMOTIVE ALIGNS SAFETY & SAVINGS FOR A

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s transport industries strive to balance commercial considerations with safety, compliance and the general ‘green’ issues of the day, leading digital analysis and sustainable

technology developer, RL Automotive, has introduced a unique tyre management platform with a range of monitoring systems which enables fleet managers across all commercial sectors to reduce running costs, increase safety and limit the environmental impact of their operation.

One such system, AutoAlign, recently launched in the UK, following a £2m/24-month development project and part funded by UK’s Clean Air Programme - is a dynamic and unique real time vehicle monitoring module designed to combat the problem of wheel misalignment.

This condition says RL Automotive is unknowingly suffered by a third of all commercial vehicles and around half of all cars and vans in the UK.

This is all about good-old prevention rather than cure! Using our unique telematics connectivity, we already have a mobile wheel and chassis alignment system in place, but this new module uses bespoke

In fact, during the development of AutoAlign, industry research gathered

wheel sensors in harness with F1-grade telematics to enable vehicle

by RL Automotive concludes that on UK roads today, there are 18.7

operators to remotely identify any misalignment issues before they

million vehicles operating with incorrect wheel alignment – a potentially

become a serious and costly problem.

dangerous and costly condition which can go undetected for months.

Mark Longden, Director, RL Automotive

Currently, wheel alignment inspection is not part of scheduled

Plus, explains Mark, in addition to the numerous cost and safety

maintenance or MOT tests, however misalignment results in excessive

implications of misaligned wheels, operators can take corrective action

fuel costs and uneven tyre tread abrasion which in turn can lead to

to significantly reduce harmful emissions.

tyre failure, accidents and excessive particulate emissions – a major

alignment between the wheels and/or the vehicle centre will cause a

environmental threat, as identified by the World Health Organisation.

15% deficiency in tyre wear and 3% increased fuel cost. Therefore, early

Just one degree out of

corrective action will greatly reduce carbon output and keep PM 10 and AutoAlign is a low-cost solution consisting of sensors fitted to the

PM 2.5 tyre particulate emissions to a minimum.

steering axle to detect wheel mis alignment as soon as it occurs.

RL Automotive’s cloud-based servers automatically alert fleet managers

AutoAlign is currently undergoing field trials with several strategic

so that they can take remedial action, saving fuel costs and excessive

industrial fleet partners and is scheduled for release during the first

vehicle emissions.

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ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 13 JANUARY 2022

UK ROAD FREIGHT PRICES SURGE TO

HIGHEST IN 3 YEARS

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ndustry index reveals a perfect storm of inflation and Brexit sent

Businesses faced a new challenge as soon as the New Year began: full

December road freight prices soaring. Businesses are also warned

customs checks on EU imports to the UK were introduced on 1 January.

of further supply chain disruption in 2022, with new EU custom

As well as disruption at the border, this change could also lead to costs

checks on imports and Omicron causing economic strain.

incurred through non-compliance.

The average price-per-mile for haulage and courier vehicles has

Van drivers will also come up against more bureaucracy. From May

increased by 5.3 points between November and December, according

2022, they will need a new licence to enter the EU. Small traders –

to the TEG Road Transport Price Index. After a 3.3-point drop between

such as couriers and importers of wine or antiques – could incur costs

September and November, the average has reached its highest level

of up to £1,100.

since January 2019.

This December surge was expected, thanks to historical TEG data, The surge came during a month when inflation hit a 10-year high, which

not to mention it being a period of extreme demand for haulage and

resulted in the first interest-rate rise in three years.

courier services. Brexit and Covid-19 continue to be the two main headaches for the road freight industry. Brexit has not only caused many

The rise in petrol prices is a big factor driving this inflation – as well as

drivers to leave the industry: it’s also resulted in much more red tape

the hike in charges for road freight services. According to ONS figures,

and delays whenever drivers cross borders. And further changes in 2022

petrol hit a highest-ever price of 145.8 pence per litre in November 2021,

will require businesses and logistics industry professionals to adapt yet

compared to 112.6 pence per litre a year earlier – a rise of almost 30%.

again. We could also see more delays in recruiting new drivers as the new Omicron variant leads to more people quarantining.

The TEG index also shows that year-on-year, the average price-per-mile

Lyall Cresswell, CEO, Transport Exchange Group

for haulage vehicles increased by 30.3 points in December 2021. Courier vehicle prices have also reached a peak since January 2019 - with a 16 point year-on-year increase in December 2021.

What we’re seeing with the TEG Index is a combination of a normal seasonal high, superimposed over driver availability and other cost issues. The uplift from November to December at the end of 2021 is

More haulage headaches

not dissimilar as a percentage to that in 2019 but starting from a much

Moving into 2022, retail experts are predicting a slump in economic

higher base. Haulage continues to track at a somewhat higher level when

growth, with Omicron leading to reduced spending on hospitality and

compared with the courier element, and we know from Logistics UK’s

in-person services, and more people buying goods. This is expected to

recent Skills & Employment Report 2021 that the latest figures show

cause continued strain on supply chains, which could hit the food industry

there are now less HGV than van drivers.

particularly hard. The sector is striving to adapt to our post-Brexit world,

Kirsten Tisdale, director of logistics consultants Aricia Limited &

but is suffering labour shortages that are endangering food security.

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ROAD FREIGHT EXPERTS

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reight Forwarders and Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers,

For an accurate level of support that is efficient, effective and

who manage varying aspects of moving products between

drives cost-savings – a transportation solution should flex to meet

locations, undertake a complex endeavour incorporating sea

the unique needs of each of the many customers a 3PL provider

freight, rail freight, road transport, air freight, warehousing and storage.

works with – across numerous sectors. A bespoke solution that is tailored to the unique needs of each customer and sector, can

Handling enormous volumes of shipments, they rely on trusted

offer a much more accurate level of support. That’s why we never

partnerships to ensure each element operates seamlessly.

apply a ‘one size fits all’ approach or expect our customers to plug into an existing solution.

One such element includes a reliance upon transportation network providers, to fulfil various service requirements. Crown SDS are a

And what’s more, the scalability of our service, can deliver the utmost

trusted nationwide sameday solutions provider, who have been a

flexibility when it comes to meeting demand and seasonal fluctuations.

backbone to the logistics sector, building seamless partnerships for

Resolving pain points & reducing the ‘noise’

over three decades.

A collaborative working approach is a fundamental element when Through our substantial experience within the industry, an

working with 3PL and Freight Forwarding clients, in order to devise

extensive network of vans and our national control centre, we

and deliver a customer-centric solution. Using this approach, Crown

develop flexible and bespoke solutions that resolve intricate issues

SDS offers complete coordination and management of services,

within the distribution network - reducing the ‘noise’ directed at

including the prevention and resolution of day-to-day ‘noise’.

our 3PL partners and Freight Forwarders.

We approach your pain points with complete

Finding the ‘right sized’ solution

confidence in the proven delivery of:

Outsourcing the elements of fulfilment and logistics that require

• Complete Solutions – designed to meet client requirements

specialist support, is often necessary to ensure the highest level of

and solve problems using the wide range of services available

efficiency. At Crown SDS, we operate as an extension of any business

to us and our agility to flex to meet individual needs.

to offer what we’ve termed ‘the right-sized solution’, plugging the gaps within their service using our 2,500-strong van capability.

• Seamless IT Integration – through in-house IT capabilities, including dynamic routing, live tracking and inventory management.

A van network demonstrably improves the efficiency of collections and deliveries by: • Reducing costly vacant capacity • Offering rapid express services • Increasing the flexibility of collection & delivery windows.

• Bespoke Reporting – tailored to the requirements of any business, supporting the tracking of shipments and inventories.

• Real-Time Communications – for complete visibility and total transparency at all times.

• Dedicated Teams – that operate 24 hours, 365 days a year for knowledgeable support day and night.

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the needs of our customers, providing a level of scalability that will support expansion – something which we can attribute to a

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Investing in technologies that enable us to rely more on automation, has meant we can increase the scale of our operation quickly.

incorporating sameday courier services, last mile logistics, national warehousing, European transport and so much more.

Steve Rushton, Director & General Manager, Crown SDS. The trusted partner to 3PLs, freight forwarders Our goal is to help businesses to remain in control of their costs

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whilst delivering a fully enhanced service to their customers,

• Enhanced collaboration

technology is just one way this is enabled.

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Trim the fat within your supply chain Small inefficiencies can create considerable ‘noise’ within the supply

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PALL-EX’S VISION & MISSION 2022 & BEYOND EXCELLENCE IS A JOURNEY…

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s businesses progress from the challenges of 2021 into

Pall-Ex Group is working to achieve these by adopting key corporate

the New Year, Pall-Ex Group continues its journey to

values to takes its business strategy to the next level, with innovation,

achieve excellence.

sustainability, and mutually beneficial relationships at the heart of these values.

Fuelled by six strategic ambitions set out in the Group’s Company Plan, Pall-Ex Group has lofty aspirations, with its vision to be the

Having experienced record pallet volumes throughout 2021, the

leading palletised freight network operator in the UK, Europe and

business is continuing to achieve excellence, with its wide range

any other worldwide markets in which it operates.

of stakeholders including shareholders, UK members, international partners, employees, and end customers.

Reaching this goal will not be easy, but the continuous drive to achieve excellence in every aspect of the organisation’s activities

Kevin B uch an an e x pl ains

will certainly help.

what achieving excellence together means to him:

We

Led by Kevin Buchanan, Pall-Ex Group CEO, the business has

demonstrated throughout both

experienced significant change since it was purchased from former

2020 and 2021 that our business

Dragon’s Den star, Hilary Devey in October 2019 by Pall-Ex Senior

remains robust, leading the way

Management and shareholder members.

in the palletised freight sector. Our ambitions go beyond our sector, and we take great pride in striving for excellence in everything

Key to these changes have been the Group’s six strategic ambitions

we do. I fi rmly believe that Pall-Ex Group, with the support of

to deliver excellence.

our stakeholders will achieve our strategic goals now and in the future. Excellence is a journey and Pall-Ex Group is only just over

The six strategic ambitions are:

12 months into that journey in its current form, so we have many

• Deliver a market leading service

years left to strive towards achieving it together.

• Be the employer of choice • Continuously supply market leading technology

Heading into 2022, Pall-Ex Group is continuing to innovate within

• Continuously expand and develop partner relationships

the industry by delivering market leading IT solutions and creating

• Sustain a market leading brand position and sales performance

mutually beneficial partnerships that will evolve the pallet sector in

• Achieve financial performance in line with shareholder expectations

ways not seen before.

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ACQUISITION & GROWTH….

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Fortec and its dedicated members have built a reputation for quality service and professional solutions, which Pall-Ex

n August 2020, Pall-Ex Group took a significant step on its journey

Group has long admired. It was no secret in the industry that

towards excellence when it acquired long term competitor Fortec

GEODIS were looking for a way of leaving the UK market

Distribution Network from French company GEODIS.

ahead of Brexit, which left Fortec in a precarious position.

Pall-Ex had seen growth following the initial dip caused by

Just under one year after the Group was purchased by the Senior

Covid-19 and saw the opportunity to acquire Fortec as an

Management and UK membership, it completed the momentous

essential component in achieving the Group’s ambitions,

acquisition of another pallet network.

thanks to its highly skilled and experienced staff and members.

Pall-Ex Group has strengthened its position, and now offers

The move saw Pall-Ex Group take ownership of Fortec’s

unrivalled coverage of the UK.

Northamptonshire hub, intellectual property, and branding.

Barry continues, detailing the benefits members have For Pall-Ex Group, it was important that Fortec retained the identity

experienced since the two networks became linked in late 2020.

and attributes that made it so successful for many years, so steps were taken to maintain network independence.

Fortec members now have access to market leading IT, marketing, and sales solutions, as well as Pall-Ex Group’s

Fortec’s 68 members were briefed at an AGM, where they were

unique shareholder model, giving every shareholder real

offered the opportunity to purchase shares in Pall-Ex Group, as part

influence on business matters.

of the business’ unique shareholder offering.

Unique pallet sizes and innovative pricing structures, along Furthermore, the acquisition saw 58 employees retain their

with its renowned customer service give Fortec and its

positions, either at Fortec or within the Group at Pall-Ex’s

members a strong foundation on which to grow, and both

headquarters in Leicestershire.

networks go from strength to strength after celebrating 25 years in November 2021.

Many members are now involved with both Pall-Ex and Fortec networks, which improves efficiencies, reduces costs and creates greater growth opportunities.

This is largely thanks to Pall-Ex Group’s Nexus IT system, which provides identical freight management platforms across both networks.

Barry Byers, Pall-Ex Group’s Managing Director – UK Business Units, who oversees both networks, explains the reasoning for the purchase.

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PALL-EX GROUP CELEBRATES

25 YEARS ON THE ROAD

Pall-Ex Group CEO, Kevin Buchanan describes the journey the business has been on since 1996:

We have consistently

delivered market leading solutions during the last 25 years, and we have no plans to stop. Our vision remains clear, to become

25 YEARS & COUNTING…

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the market leader in any territory the Group operates in and achieve excellence together with our range of stakeholders.

The next 25 years are set see more growth than our first.

all-Ex Group celebrated its momentous 25th Anniversary in 2021 with a glamorous event for its UK networks and

In celebration of this milestone, Pall-Ex Group pledged to donate

international partners.

£1,000 to 25 charities around the UK, nominated by staff and members, a total donation of £25,000.

Around 700 guests from over 170 independent UK members, international partners and Pall-Ex Group staff attended the event

In December, the business visited

at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole in mid-November which was

charities to present a cheque

hosted by star of Cold Feet and The Hobbit, James Nesbitt!

to each of the chosen charities across the UK visiting the Isle of

With both UK networks, Fortec and Pall-Ex, being founded in 1996,

Wight, Ipswich and Glasgow.

the 25th anniversary was the perfect opportunity for members of both networks to come together and celebrate their achievements.

Furthermore, the Group also supported Combat Stress: The Veterans’ Mental Health Charity in early 2021 by taking part in its March in

It was the first time since Pall-Ex Group acquired Fortec in 2020

March challenge, with the Pall-Ex team raising over £5,000, which

that members of both networks have attended an in-person event

was matched by the business, taking the total beyond £10,000.

due to Covid-19.

Pall-Ex Group invited Combat Stress to attend the 25th Anniversary Members and individuals were recognised for their longstanding

Gala, where they were presented with a further cheque for £25,000

service, consistent high levels of performance and service excellence

to support the work the charity carries out for UK veterans.

during the awards.

Pall-Ex Group is also delivering on its promise to be the employer Pall-Ex has gone from handling 117 pallets on its first night of

of choice, by providing an abundance of training and development

operation to now transporting more than 45,000 pallets per night

opportunities for its staff as we move forward in 2022.

across its entire international network.

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A Warehouse to Wheels scheme has also been set up to provide warehouse staff the opportunity to progress into HGV driver roles.

DRIVING OPPORTUNITIES AT PALL-EX GROUP

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It’s not just drivers that Pall-Ex has focused on: Another tool being used to combat shortages is increasing engagement with young people. Working with Stephenson College in Coalville,

ver the course of 25 years, Pall-Ex Group has had to

De Montfort University and The University of Northampton

overcome numerous challenges, including the global

on various projects has resulted in greater interest from young

COVID-19 pandemic.

people considering the sector for future employment.

Over the course of 25 years, Pall-Ex Group has had to overcome

Pall-Ex Group also launched its Management Degree programme

numerous challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic. However,

in June of 2020, investing over £200,000 to support 10 members

astute leadership has ensured it has always emerged in a stronger

of staff attain qualifications to further their careers.

position than before.

Furthermore, Pall-Ex Group is a committed supporter of the Highlighted during 2021 was the increasing challenge posed by

armed forces community, holding the coveted Silver Employer

the HGV driver shortages. Although it did not directly affect

Recognition Scheme (ERS) accreditation from the MoD, having

Pall-Ex Group, one hundred percent of the members surveyed

signed the Armed Forces Covenant in 2019.

suggested that their business had been impacted at some point by a shortage.

Supermarket and fuel suppliers facing shortages across the UK brought the issue to the public’s attention.

Shortages due to an ageing workforce have been an ever-present threat for many years, but the effect of Covid-19 and Brexit has exacerbated the issue, with many older drivers retiring early and

Barry Byers, Managing Director – UK Business Units of Pall-Ex

younger drivers unable to undertake their training and exams to

Group explains the importance of supporting talented individuals

replace them.

and attracting new talent:

Our drivers are at the heart of our

business so by recruiting talented individuals as well as providing To counter this, Pall-Ex has addressed the problem head on,

training for existing employees, we’re combatting challenges

developing innovative recruitment techniques to secure its

the industry faces. By ensuring we are continually providing

drivers for now and the future. The business launched its Pall-

opportunities for development and growth, we’re securing the

Ex Drivers website in 2019, to showcase driving opportunities

future success of our business and our employees.

within the Group.

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To ensure its members are best equipped to succeed, Pall-Ex Group launched its Member Commercial Project in December 2021.

rom innovative IT solutions to unrivalled marketing support, Pall-Ex Group is setting the standard for its pallet network

A full audit of the member’s marketing, sales and operational

competitors.

performance is conducted, with the findings then used to create an improvement plan.

As more businesses turn to e-commerce, driving a huge demand in B2C pallet deliveries, Pall-Ex is keeping its promise of delivering market

Pall-Ex Group’s Commercial

leading IT solutions thanks to its Core Operating System, Nexus.

Director, Michelle Naylor has been instrumental in

The Pall-Ex launch was completed in December 2020 and is now also

implementing this project

live with Fortec and several Pall-Ex Group’s international networks,

and explains the importance

with continuous updates being rolled out.

of supporting the members: Our members’ success is

Nexus’ customer facing module, MyNexus, gives customers full freight

key to the overall success of

visibility and traceability akin to that found in the parcel sector.

Pall-Ex Group. We are always striving to expand and improve partner relations and foster sustainable growth across the business.

This technology is not the only area where Pall-Ex Group is

The Member Commercial Project as well as all the other

delivering excellence. The Group Marketing team has provided a

leading services we provide are aimed at ensuring our members

full suite of marketing services to members, acting as an in-house

have the tools to achieve their ambitions so we can achieve

marketing and PR agency, accessible anytime and funded by their

excellence together.

existing membership fee.

Covering every postcode area in the UK, Pall-Ex Group’s two The award-winning team provides a wide range of services, including

networks offer a unique opportunity to businesses in pursuit of

PR, telemarketing support, website design, branding, photography,

excellence.

graphic design and even event management.

The Group’s unique shareholder model allows members to have In addition to these services, the team also orchestrates regular

more control than ever before, meaning now is a great time to join

training academies that arm members with the tools they need to

the journey.

grow their business.

For more information about shareholder membership A new Group mentoring scheme also sees new members offered

opportunities with Pall-Ex Group, please visit:

support by pairing them with a long-standing member to gain

www.pallex.co.uk/become-a-member

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PALL-EX GROUP SETS ITS SIGHTS ON A TRULY GLOBAL NETWORK

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Master licensees will pay to access the Pall-Ex Group branding,

aving consolidated its position in the UK, after building a

technology and know-how, as well as the wider global network.

reputation for excellent technological solutions as well as

It will be their responsibility to develop and launch the Pall-Ex model

member and customer support services, Pall-Ex Group is

in their territory and then recruit quality sub-licensees (members)

now placing greater emphasis on its international operation.

to operate a fully functioning network.

Headed up by Managing Director – International Business Units,

Pall-Ex Group has several existing international partners operating

Mark Steel, the division’s aim is to develop Pall-Ex Group’s network

throughout Europe, including Pall-Ex Italia, Iberia and Romania.

across the globe.

The first master licensee to sign the new agreement is Pall-Ex CS, who will cover both Czechia and Slovakia is on course to launch

In order to do this, multiple new roles have been created to ensure

later this year.

the skills and know-how are in place.

Discussing the opportunities available, Mark Steel comments: A new role of International

We are at a really exciting point in Pall-Ex Group’s 25-year history, with

Development Director, saw

unrivalled opportunities for growth and development across the board.

existing employee Karolina

Our innovative model is new to many territories around the globe, so

Thompson promoted, having

working closely with like-minded businesses in these areas is something

been with the business for over

that stands to revolutionise the global pallet market. When businesses

12 years. Another appointment

become master licensees, they gain access to our market leading IT,

welcomed Sue Buchanan to the

experience and marketing support. On top of this, they gain access to

role of International Network

our long list of trusted and well-established international networks.

Director, who has a wealth of knowledge and experience in recruiting members. One of Karolina’s key responsibilities will be to oversee

New master licence opportunities are available in a multitude of

the development of relationships

areas around the world, with the team happy to discuss any questions

and opportunities in territories

prospective licensees may have.

such as North America and Asia.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced business that believes Businesses in these territories

you have what it takes to become a master licensee, please visit

will be offered the opportunity

www.pallex.com

to become Pall- Ex Group master licensees.

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BOTTLES FOR A

BETTER FUTURE

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all-Ex Group has put the wellbeing of its employees and the

Not only do we care about our staff’s wellbeing and encourage

planet first by giving reusable drinks bottles to all its staff

healthy habits such as keeping hydrated, but we also wanted to give

across the UK.

something back outside of the business. We recognise our responsibility as an employer of choice to look after our people and our planet, so

The initiative, which saw stylish vacuum flask type bottles given to the

giving each of our team a reusable water bottle will have a really positive

500 staff members across Pall-Ex Group’s six locations in the country,

impact for our staff and business as a whole, as well as the environment

was part of the Group’s 25th Anniversary celebrations.

thanks to the waste saved in the short and longer term.

Each bottle was personalised with the individual’s name and the gift

As the Group celebrated its 25th Anniversary late last year, the bottles

proved to be extremely popular with everyone involved.

were not the only initiative it undertook to mark the occasion.

It is hoped that the drinks bottles will help to promote healthy living

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Pall-Ex also...

by encouraging employees to drink more water, and according to Bupa,

• Enjoyed an anniversary and awards event recognising the

adults should drink between 2 and 2.5 litres of water a day as part of a

achievements of its staff, shareholder members across the UK

healthy, active lifestyle.

and its international partners • Sent personalised gift packs to staff, including tubs of chocolate

The bottles are especially useful to Pall-Ex Group’s HGV drivers, who used to rely on bottled drinks whilst on the road as it allows them to

and gift cards • Handmade pizzas freshly made at each of its six sites for staff

take fresh tap water, coffee or tea with them wherever they go.

The palletised freight distribution company, which owns two networks, In addition to the obvious health benefits, the reusable bottles will reduce

Pall-Ex and Fortec, also donated £25,000 in total to 25 different

plastic waste that is caused by disposable bottles and coffee cups, as the

charities around the UK, which were nominated by Pall-Ex and network

logistics company continues to take steps to reduce its environmental

members and staff.

impact. Standard polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles that have reached even the furthest corners of the globe take at least 450 years

These charities included St Richard’s Hospice in Worcester and Keswick

to completely degrade, and bottled water requires more than 2,000

Mountain Rescue in the Lake District.

times more energy to produce than tap water, according to National Geographic. That time frame means that a bottle produced during the

Having celebrated its 25th Anniversary, Pall-Ex Group is looking forward

reign of Tudor Queen, Elizabeth I, would still be around today!

to a successful future, with the personalised bottles another sign that it is on the right course.

Ensuring that Pall-Ex Group reduces its impact on the planet was one of the driving forces that influenced Group CEO Kevin Buchanan and the

To find out more about Pall-Ex Group’s commitment to its people and

senior management team when opting for the water bottles.

the environment, please visit: www.pallex.co.uk/about-us/our-vision

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY

NEXUS!

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Throughout its first year, the advanced technology solution has been rolled out across Pall-Ex Group’s other businesses, including its international partners in locations such as Pall-Ex Iberia and Pall-Ex Romania, as well as Pall-Ex Group’s other UK pallet network, Fortec.

s Pall-Ex Group’s 25th anniversary year comes to an end,

Built by the in-house IT team and the result of a multi-million-pound

there is still one more birthday to celebrate.

investment which has propelled Pall-Ex Group’s IT infrastructure ahead of the market.

On Tuesday 21st December, Pall-Ex Group’s market leading

Core Operating System, Nexus turns one!

Looking back over the first year of Nexus, Pall-Ex Group’s Chief Technology Officer Dave Dunhill describes how he feels the system

When it launched, Nexus proved to be an instant hit with Pall-Ex’s

has made a difference to not only Pall-Ex, but the sector as a whole.

UK membership, who benefitted from greater control of their freight thanks to Nexus’ sector leading Freight Management System (FMS),

Nexus is the result of a multi-million-pound investment, thousands

tracking capability and integrated messaging system, allowing members

of hours of hard work and the team’s passion to deliver excellence.

to communicate better than ever before.

Our goal was to deliver a system which gave our members and customers alike an unrivalled experience in the pallet sector, with market leading

Members’ customers also benefitted from the updated MyNexus

tracking and freight management capability. All the feedback we have

technology, which provides full freight visibility for all consignments

had in the last 12 months has been extremely positive and I am really

sent through the Pall-Ex network.

proud of the team for delivering something that sets Pall-Ex Group apart from our competition.

As Nexus celebrates its first birthday, the Group IT team already has its sights sets on delivering innovative new elements to the system, with new modules set to arrive in early 2022.

To stay up to date with the latest developments on Nexus, follow PallEx on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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his year, the UK became the first country to allow self-

The new section states that the driver must remain aware while

driving cars on motorways at low speed. The country is

inside a self-driving vehicle. They are required to be ready to take

making incredible progress in the trials for autonomous

control if needed in just a few moments. It also states that the

vehicles and is funding innovative projects that will pave the way

driver is still 'responsible for the vehicle being in a roadworthy

towards the transport revolution.

condition, having a current MOT test certificate if applicable, and being taxed and insured.'

Technological advancements in terms of AVs are at the forefront of this revolution. But are British roads capable of catering to the future of

The current state of our roads

mobility? What is the current state of our roads and what improvements

So, are AVs ready to take on the challenge of Britain’s roads? The

need to be made to the infrastructure to welcome self-driving vehicles?

short answer is no, but progress is being made.

The latest news

The reality is that our road networks are too complex and,

Predictions that fully self-driving cars would be common in the

therefore, unsuitable for fully autonomous vehicles. It has been

UK by the end of 2021 raised many people’s hopes. But it seemed

suggested that segregation between autonomous and manual

too good to be true. It turns out that we’re not ready yet to fully

vehicles on the roads is necessary. The proposed segregation would

embrace what was once mere science fiction. Yes, we’re making

continue until connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) overtake

incredible progress but our AI technology still has some way to go.

petrol and diesel-fuelled vehicles. This proposal would call for the construction of underpasses and bridges to ensure the safety of road

While we might not be seeing fully autonomous vehicles on the roads

users. However, this would require the construction of separated

anytime soon, conditional driving automation cars are currently on

infrastructure for automated vehicles. Unfortunately, there is

the agenda. The Jaguar I-Pace model, for example, has been designed

limited availability of land to create such separated infrastructure,

with an InControl system that allows for standard and optional driving

and this could be quite expensive to implement.

assistance features. For this project, UK company Jaguar is developing this model in partnership with Waymo, Google’s self-driving car project.

In order to achieve the level of infrastructure needed to accommodate CAVs, a 30-year planning horizon is needed. It has

This innovation in AVs goes hand in hand with the latest breaking

been suggested that the best way to go about this would be to

news regarding AVs from 28th April 2021. The news is that vehicles

focus on separate sections of the roadways instead of transforming

that are fitted with Automated Lane Keeping System (ALKS)

them all at once.

technology will be classed as self-driving (if they’re granted a GB type approval) and will be allowed on the roads. There is only one

Communication systems are also crucial to ensure the optimal

requirement: they can’t exceed a speed of 37mph.

performance of CAVs. They rely heavily on data transfer through the Internet, which might not be perfect in all areas at the moment.

The highway code is changing But things don’t end there. To advance the commercialisation of

Another obstacle that needs to be overcome is road markings and

AVs, the UK government is making amendments to the Highway

traffic signs. The visibility and clarity of these must be maintained,

Code, coinciding with the Code’s 90th anniversary. They address

and it may be necessary to digitise signs and markings too. This will

the safe use of automated vehicles, outlining this in a whole new

also help CAVs to recognise them and action them.

section. Now that’s a celebration!

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Roadway design advancements

Further initiatives to support the improvement of the roadway

On the bright side, many projects that aim to improve current road

infrastructure are also present. A ‘smart city hub’ is being built

infrastructure are in the pipeline.

in Ireland. It will allow for autonomous vehicle technology to be tested on 7.5 miles of complex roads. The project is being led

CAVIAR (Connected and Autonomous Vehicles: Infrastructure

by Jaguar Land Rover with the aim of testing its sensory data

Appraisal Readiness), for example, is a project carried out between

through various simulations.

Highways England, Loughborough University, and the construction company Galliford Try. The project won Highways England’s

Another trial route is being developed on the roads between

innovation and air quality competition in 2019 and was awarded

Coventry and Birmingham. The 186 -mile Midlands Future

£1m. It focuses on one of the main pain points of CAV’s innovation:

Mobility route uses existing road infrastructure for about 95%

the complexity of the British roadway design.

of the route. 'Smart CCTV, weather stations, communications units, and highly accurate GPS' will be implemented to further

The CAVIAR platform is set out to be a simulation that examines real

support the research.

raw data. This will allow for an understanding of how CAVs respond to dynamic lane changes, environmental conditions, and road merging.

Yes, fully autonomous vehicles are still on the agenda, and it might take some time until we reach that stage of CAV’s development.

This research will build on our understanding and give us

However, the extensive research that is being performed on

further insight into how connected and autonomous vehicles

British roadway design in recent years sets us up for success

would operate on England’s motorways and major A roads and

one step at a time.

what challenges they may face.

John Mathewson, Senior ITS Advisor, Highways England

Richard Mochor, Head of Web, Grange

ARE BRITISH ROADS CAPABLE OF CATERING TO

AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES?

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The use of railroads and trains to transport cargo, as opposed to human passengers.

Related topics Belt & Road Initiative HS2 Rail terminals and depots

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GEODIS INAUGURATES A NEW

RAIL LINK BETWEEN FRANCE & ITALY

A

leading player in multimodal transport, the GEODIS Road

As the French leader in multimodal transport, we continue to develop

Transport Line of Business is expanding its network in

rail-road solutions in Europe. This new France-Italy route provides

Europe with the introduction of a road-rail solution linking

our customers with additional capacity for cross-border multimodal

the Paris region with northern Italy.

transport and it emits three times less CO2 than transport by road.

Marc Vollet, Director of Operations & Multimodal, the GEODIS

Officially launched on January 18, the line links Noisy-le-Sec in France to

Road Transport Line of Business

Novara in Italy and is intended to offer an alternative to road transport.

This project is part of the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business’ On a booked path, GEODIS operates 3 rotations per week (i.e.

'Green' strategy. It operates more than 100 trains per week on the

6 round trips) and offers a loading capacity of 240 ITUs per week.

European network.

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This represents a saving of up to 75% in greenhouse gas emissions2 .

We are delighted to be able to offer a road-rail solution to our customers including delivery to or from France, for packaged products as well as liquids or powders; hazardous materials or waste. A single loading unit is used from the sender to the recipient (swap bodies, box containers and tanks). All our container carriers are equipped with GPS beacons to guarantee safety and real-time information.

Daniele Bernardi, Managing Director, the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business in Italy 1

ITU: Intermodal Transport Unit.

2

Milan-Paris Region route, by comparison with a road solution.

Inauguration of the new line on Tuesday 18 January in Novara, Italy On the left: Marc Vollet, Director of Operations and Multimodal for the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business On the right: Daniele Bernardi, Managing Director of the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business in Italy

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GEBRÜDER WEISS & HENKEL

OPT FOR RAIL

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he transport and logistics provider Gebrüder Weiss and

The delivery concept was jointly developed and implemented by

consumer goods specialist Henkel have expanded their

Gebrüder Weiss, Henkel and Helrom. One particular advantage is that

long-standing logistics partnership with an innovative rail

the train is directly connected to Henkel's factory services.

concept. Since May of this year, Henkel detergents and cleaning agents manufactured in the Serbian city of Kruševac have been delivered by

The trailer hub is located right next to our site in Düsseldorf. That

train to their European sales markets along the Vienna-Düsseldorf line.

means we can unload the products straight from the wagons and

This service, which already handles some 750 loads a year, was designed

short-cut them to our warehouses. The train link enables us to avoid

in conjunction with Henkel's logistics center in Düsseldorf. The two

truck transport, decrease CO2 emissions and therefore make our

partners benefit in multiple ways.

processes more sustainable.

We are circumventing the current

shortage in truck capacity and have cut climate-relevant emissions by up

Patrick Csar, Logistics & Export Manager for Supply Chain,

to 70% on the Vienna-Düsseldorf route – while matching the delivery

Laundry & Home Care, Henkel

times of road transport,

emphasises Roland Raith, Country Manager

Serbia at Gebrüder Weiss. The new solution lowers CO2 emissions by

Long-standing logistics partnership

approximately 500 metric tonnes per year.

Gebrüder Weiss has been cooperating with Henkel for more than 25 years. The logistics provider operates land, air and sea deliveries between

Formerly transported by truck along the entire route, the products

various Henkel production and distribution hubs in Europe, Asia and the

from Henkel's Laundry & Home Care division are now being loaded

United States. Gebrüder Weiss is already deploying several low-emission

onto Helrom's horizontal trailer wagons in Vienna. This allows

gas trucks for Henkel in its European land transport network.

Gebrüder Weiss to use the same trailers that had previously been utilized in road transport.

The loading method is barrier-free, Thanks to Helrom, we no longer have to use conventional rail terminals. Nor do we need cranes or special craneable trailers. The trailers are simply slid laterally onto the freight wagons using swivelling loading platforms and removed again at their destinations by other tractor units.

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he HHLA intermodal company Metrans has taken over the

Malaszewicze represents a bridge between the EU member states,

company CL Europort and the logistics centre of the same

Russia and even China. Our idea for the hub terminal has proven itself

name in the Polish town of Malaszewicze. The location is near

and the new terminal will perfectly complement our intermodal network.

the Belarusian border and is a hub for freight traffic within Central and

A large portion of the international rail transport that goes from here to

Eastern Europe and also for Europe-Asia transport. Another strategic

China already goes via Malaszewicze. We also want to grow further in this

partnership was concluded with the rail operator Eurotrans.

segment through our strategic cooperation with Eurotrans.

Peter Kiss, Chairman of the Executive Board, the Metrans Group

The company CL Europort operates the logistics centre of the same name in Malaszewicze in eastern Poland. The location is only four

With its rail transport on Belarusian and Russian routes, the rail operator

kilometres from the Terespol railway crossing and eight kilometres

Eurotrans provides an ideal expansion of the Metrans network. Metrans

from the Koroszczyn road crossing. This stretch of rail is part of the

will use a part of Eurotrans’s capacity to offer new rail products to and from

second pan-European transport corridor (Berlin, Warsaw, Minsk,

Brest and further east, and to guarantee the quality of existing services.

Moscow). The Western European and Russian railway systems meet in Malaszewicze, so it is possible to change the gauge from 1,520 mm to 1,435 mm. Rail operator Eurotrans, with which Metrans has a strategic partner-ship, is also active on this transport axis.

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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)

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SAMSKIP ADDS AIR FREIGHT

TO ITS PROJECT CARGO PORTFOLIO

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amskip is bringing together expertise from its Bremen-based

air 'to get rigs operational after a storm' showed what can be done.

project cargo business and its dedicated air freight team

Another, for a mining company, saw equipment shipped by sea and plane

at Schiphol airport in the Netherlands to leverage its full

on a door-door basis, with trucking managed by Samskip at both ends.

potential as the “hidden gem” in special load logistics.

We offered full project cargo logistics services that deal with the

The joint initiative creates a focus for capabilities which extend from

customer’s need to get their asset working and earning again, backed up

express air freight delivery, through breakbulk, heavy lift and out of

by out of gauge loads moving by sea,

gauge special cargoes movements by sea. The one-stop-shop service

Samskip’s airfreight skillsets have been making an impact include logistics

includes coordinated plane and ship chartering by Samskip.

management for China’s mobile phone industry, he adds

We are extending our ability to overcome exceptional transport challenges

says Blauw. Other areas where

The attractions of Samskip as air freight service provider for overweight/

by bringing together proven expertise in air and ocean logistics.

oversized cargoes could be a 'no brainer' for its existing project cargo

Jens Siedentopf, Head of Breakbulk Projects, Samskip

customers, according to Siedentopf.

Based on extensive knowledge,

we offer services ranging from logistics management to individual Mostly associated with multimodal transport, Samskip has identified project

transport planning from origin to destination. We’ve also made a

cargoes as a strong opportunity for growth, based on its global logistics

speciality of combining tailor-made transport services to secure

presence and the potential to coordinate with its shortsea, rail, trucking

attractive freight rates. We have the experience, the engineering and

and inland barge service network. The opportunity to add airfreight to the

the risk assessment, the chartering solutions and the equipment to

project cargo mix follows the launch of Samskip Air in May 2021.

support our ambitions.

Seafood volumes moving by air have grown strongly in the second

With 47 offices in 35 countries, Samskip also has the network, the local

part of 2021, especially through sea-air links into global markets via

staff, the customs knowhow and the digital booking systems 'to support

Schiphol. However, coordinating sea and air services allows Samskip

pain-free, A-Z project cargo logistics for large and small customers alike,

Air Freight Manager Hans Blauw to convert other opportunities.

whatever the challenge or routing,' says Siedentopf.

A recent requirement to help a customer facing production backlogs to transfer a 19-tonne load that would normally have been shipped by sea

Samskip’s multimodal-focused employees are increasingly getting

to air service provided 'one example of how this can work,' says Blauw.

the message on the potential to introduce customers to project cargo services which uphold the same high standards on safety and

However, Blauw is more focused on growing volumes based on logistics

sustainability, he adds. Currently, Siedentopf is raising awareness

expertise rather than opportunism. The former KLM, FedEx and TNT

internally of Samskip’s longstanding sole in multi-purpose vessel

executive says a job for an oil major which involved sending some cargoes

chartering, which often flies under the radar.

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MEGALIFT HANDLES

GAS TURBINE FROM SWEDEN TO MALAYSIA

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he SGT700 gas turbine was shipped from the Siemens site in Norrkoping, Sweden to Port Klang in Malaysia by RORO vessel.

It was imported to Malaysia for the set-up of a cogeneration

plant in Kuala Langat which will support a recycling paper mill.

As well as the gas turbine, Megalift are also handling the import of other cargo for the project including modules, generators and accessories.

Cargo: SGT700 Gas Turbine Dimensions: 13.54 x 5.34 x 4.01m Weight: 86tn

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TRANSPORT OF LOCOMOTIVE

ebrüder Weiss have completed the transport of a locomotive from Italy to Sweden.

With a weight of 67tn and a height of

4.2m, we reached the maximum profile to arrange the direct

road transport running from Italy through Austria and Germany to the final destination in Malmö, Sweden.

Franco Ravazzolo, Head of Project Logistics & Breakbulk, Gebrüder Weiss

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oatum Project Cargo are pleased to share their recent operations: managing the delivery of reactors from Spain to the USA.

The outstanding structure is composed of seven columns with the biggest one at 60.5 x 6.5 x 7.4m / 440tn. The delivery was made from the Schwartz Hautmont site in Spain to a new alkylate production facility in Pasadena, Texas, USA. As part of their integrated services, the Noatum Project Cargo teams in Spain and the USA handled the complete planning, coordination and execution of this impressive project ensuring the safe delivery of the important cargo.

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NOATUM INCREASES ITS

FLEET OF MOBILE CRANES FOR THREE OF ITS TERMINALS IN SPAIN

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fter obtaining the approval of the

The crane will be located on the Castilla quay

respective boards of directors and

to improve the productivity of the automated

its partner Algeposa, Noatum,

installation that the company manages there.

through its subsidiary Noatum Terminals, which specialises in the management of

The fourth crane will be operated at Noatum

port concessions and infrastructures, has

Terminal Castellon, a multipurpose terminal

completed the acquisition of four automotive

that offers comprehensive services for

cranes for its port terminals in Castellon,

containerised cargo, other unitised and project

Sagunto and Tarragona.

cargo, and solid and liquid bulk. The crane has been acquired to optimise operational flows

This equipment, capable of handling all types of

and the ongoing increase in the volumes

cargo, is equipped with the latest technology

transited by Noatum’s concessions on the

and will bring major operational advantages

Dársena Norte docks. The new model

to the ports concerned. They also introduce

LHM550 unit has a lifting capacity of 144

improvements that minimise the environmental

tonnes and an outreach of 54 metres; it is

impact and reduce energy consumption.

optimised for bulk handling on Capesize class vessels, in addition to container handling and

As port operators in these three key ports

New-Panamax class vessels.

in the Mediterranean the responsibility of Noatum Terminals and of Algeposa, reinforces

The first crane arrived in port on 5 January on

the commitment of both stakeholders to the continuous improvement

board the vessel Mv Hoogvliet, and will soon be operational at the Sagunto

of all the services they offer, as well as to the generation of increasingly

terminal. The other three units will arrive in the coming months.

efficient value propositions for all the industries in their port hinterlands.

The increase in the capacity of the terminals benefiting from this Two of these cranes will be destined for Noatum Terminal Sagunto.

important investment and commitment is the result of Noatum and

These are two units of the LHM420 Pactronic model, and have a maximum

Algeposa's commitment to offering their customer base state-of-the-

lifting capacity of 124 tonnes, which will enable an improvement in

art equipment, and thereby improving operational performance and

productivity of up to 38 containers per hour. This model is also capable of

achieving increased energy efficiency.

handling bulk goods and all types of general merchandise and project cargo.

This investment in equipment for the terminals represents an increase A third model LHM420 crane will be destined for Noatum Terminal

in their current operational capacity, as they already have four mobile

Tarragona, a facility specialising in port operations for agri-foodstuffs

cranes and six electric cranes at Sagunto, four mobile cranes and two

bulk cargo, one of the main areas of trade at the Tarragona facility.

container cranes at Castellon, and two mobile cranes at Tarragona.

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GREEN TERMINAL LABEL 4 JANUARY 2022

CONAKRY TERMINAL AWARDED

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onakry Terminal, a subsidiary of Bolloré Ports and operator of

Being granted this label constitutes recognition of the efforts of all

the container terminal of the Autonomous Port of Conakry,

the employees of Conakry Terminal. It has given us the opportunity

has been granted the Green Terminal label following the audit

to organise several training courses on best practices related to

conducted on 12 November 2021 by Bureau Veritas. This label rewards

environmental issues for our employees, which complement and

the efforts made by the company to reduce the impact of its activities

reinforce our actions as for recycling, dematerialisation of documents

on the environment by implementing eco-responsible measures.

or electrification of handling equipment. We will continue our efforts to further reduce the environmental impact of our activities.

The audit was conducted by Bureau Veritas experts and based on the eight

Emmanuel Masson, Managing Director, Conakry Terminal

pillars of the labelling process, which include work processes, building infrastructures that comply with international standards, acquiring

Bolloré Ports, a leading operator of port terminals in Africa, Asia and

environmentally friendly handling equipment, waste management and

the Americas, launched the 'Green Terminal' environmental labelling

training employees in best practices related to environmental issues.

process in June, which aims to reduce the carbon footprint of its activities by using a precise methodology that covers all environmental

Conakry Terminal is participating in the fluidity of the supply

issues. A first in the port sector, this approach has been validated

chain for Guinea and the countries of the sub-region through its

by Bureau Veritas, one of the world's leading companies in testing,

commitment to a programme to modernise its infrastructures. The

inspection and certification.

company has introduced a number of innovative solutions, such as the digitalisation of transport documents and electronic payment, which help to reduce travel and therefore greenhouse gas emissions.

Each year, the company also undertakes solidarity initiatives in key sectors such as health and education.

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P WORLD in the UK has announced that it will fast-track

The fast-tracked delivery of a second speculative warehouse

the delivery of a speculative 119,000 sq ft green warehouse

follows the announcement two months ago that a 108,973

at London Gateway’s port-centric Logistics Park to meet

sq ft unit at the site had been leased to OASIS Group, which

unprecedented demand for space at the freeport site.

provides information management and document storage services. At the size of 400 football pitches, the rapidly

DP World, the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, plans

expanding port-centric logistics park is the biggest of its

to complete its second speculative warehouse facility in less than a

kind in Europe and will become home to a workforce of

year at London Gateway - a central pillar of Thames Freeport. With

around 10,000 within the next seven years.

international trade changing fast during the pandemic, a growing number of businesses are taking advantage of the financial incentives

The new facility will be ready for occupation at the end of

which come with being part of a freeport, including zero stamp duty on

Q3. It will be one of the most sustainable warehouses yet

leases, significant savings on employer national insurance contributions,

built, with a BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ classification, delivering

accelerated capital allowances and a five year business rates holiday.

a 30 per cent carbon reduction during construction and 40 per cent reduction in operational carbon emissions.

We have seen the best year for new business in a decade as demand for premium warehousing space in the South East of England has reached unprecedented levels. We are very confident that LG119 (Plot 4040), the facility we are announcing today, will be of interest to some of the dozens of retail, manufacturing and logistics businesses looking to expand or establish new operations who have contacted us to take advantage of the unique opportunities on offer since our freeport status was announced.

At London Gateway, we have the space, infrastructure and vision to support customers as they grow. Our partnership approach, logistics expertise, digital solutions and intermodal connectivity, particularly rail, help us to solve logistical challenges and give our customers more control over their supply chains.

Oliver Treneman, Park Development Director, DP World in the UK

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PACIFIC BASIN CHOOSES PORTLOG TO SOLVE THE

‘UNPAID TIME’ CHALLENGE IN PORTS & REDUCE EMISSIONS Pacific Basin’s continued digitalisation and decarbonisation

PortLog is a single platform and digital solution combining standardised

programme harnesses the latest technology to drive operational,

Statement of Fact (SoF) data with AIS, weather, and berth-level

cost and environmental efficiencies and reduce risks in ports

restriction data, which will enable Pacific Basin to measure and analyse

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its vessels’ turnaround times in ports, and deliver insights into costs, ortLog, the world’s first port time management platform, and

berth-level restrictions and productivity.

a subsidiary of Marcura, today announced a landmark deal to provide its solution to the entire fleet of Pacific Basin, one

Using PortLog, Pacific Basin will be able to estimate ports costs (including

of the world's leading owners and operators of modern handysize and

potential discounts and tariffs), reduce risks and identify opportunities

supramax dry bulk ships.

related to port stays by predicting port time and delays at a terminal level, having up-to-date information on real-time terminal restrictions,

The PortLog platform will be utilised across all of Pacific Basin’s over 260

weather and rain impact as well as port holidays.

owned and chartered vessels, which make over 5,000 port calls every year in around 600 ports across 100 countries. This will enable the company

Through adopting PortLog’s knowledge management infrastructure, the

to dramatically reduce the risks and costs associated with time spent in

‘Learning Loop’, Pacific Basin will have the capability to share key insights

ports, as well as driving operational, cost and environmental efficiencies

at terminal level across the company and its entire fleet, starting with the

within the port environment and ‘last mile’ of the supply chain.

more than 1,400 Marcura Observations available in the platform from day one. The PortLog team will also work with Pacific Basin to ensure

The development also plays a part in Pacific Basin’s wider sustainability

customised implementation of the solution for chartering managers and

strategy; increasing their vessels’ operational efficiencies thereby

operations managers, enabling the powerful analysis of specific data to

reducing fuel consumption and associated emissions within the port

drive usage and set KPIs, as well as developing intelligence and insights

environment. This not only supports the wider industry drive to meet

from Pacific Basin’s port calls.

the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) decarbonisation targets, but also increases Pacific Basin’s competitiveness in the eyes of

Much progress has been made within the shipping industry to

customers as an efficient and progressive operator.

increase operational efficiencies within seaborne trade through vessel optimisation, digitalisation and clean technologies. However, there is a significant latent efficiency within ports where vessels will spend as much as 40% of their time, incurring large costs, unplanned downtime and an increase in unnecessary and avoidable emissions.

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The shipping industry is rapidly transforming, becoming increasingly

There are a host of tools within the market available to help ship

complex and rightly focusing on how it can reduce emissions and

owners and operators optimise and drive efficiencies while at sea. It is

meet IMO decarbonisation regulations. We embrace the challenge of

now clear that the opportunity for tramp shipping to further improve

decarbonisation and have integrated sustainability into our business and

efficiencies and reduce costs and emissions now lies within the port

strategy. We are investing in digitalisation and state-of-the-art systems

environment; with PortLog we are helping companies solve this crucial

and digital solutions that are needed to drive greater operational and

last piece of the voyage optimisation puzzle. We are delighted that a

cost efficiencies and reduce our environmental impact. In conjunction

company with a market leading reputation like Pacific Basin has chosen

with this, harnessing data to provide real insight and intelligence

to partner with us. We are confident that we will be able to make a

enables better decision making. Utilising an advanced platform like

significant and sustainable difference to their operations, enabling them

PortLog is representative of our strategy and commitment to such

to better estimate their time spent in ports, increase efficiencies, reduce

investments and to delivering a more optimised and efficient freight

risks and emissions and solve the unpaid time problem that many owners

service in our customers’ supply chain. This enhances our competitive

and operators are currently suffering from.

advantage, provides more value for our customers and supports the

Jens Poulsen, Group CEO, Marcura

decarbonisation of the shipping industry.

Kristian Helt, Chartering Director, Pacific Basin

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TECH & DIGITALISATION Digitalisation: leveraging digitisation to improve business processes.

(Digitisation: converting information from a physical into a digital format. Digital Transformation: the use of new, fast and frequently changing digital technology to solve problems.)

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NEW ROUTEMAX REAL-TIME CAPABILITIES 4 JANUARY 2022

IMPLEMENTED FOR ENHANCED PICKUP & DELIVERY Real-Time Data Incorporated into Route Plans Creates Better Customer Service and Greater P&D Operations Efficiencies

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aulSuite, a leader in LTL optimisation solutions, announces that Southwestern Motor Transport, Inc., has completed the rollout of its full RouteMax pickup and delivery (P&D)

solution. With RouteMax’s route optimisation, dispatching, and mobile app, the carrier can deliver better service and more efficient P&D operations than ever before.

Previously SMT had deployed RouteMax’s Inbound Planning module for route optimisation but is now implementing its Intelligent Dispatching

HaulSuite’s RouteMax offers integrated advanced route optimisation,

and Smart Driver Mobile app. These new functions were released earlier

intelligent dispatch, and a smart driver mobile app that improves driver

this year and were implemented across SMT’s 16 terminals and 200-plus

productivity and asset utilization while consistently meeting all service

drivers in just under one month.

commitments. By adding Dispatching and the Driver App, the plans developed in Inbound Planning benefit from additional real-time data

We think these new dispatching and mobile capabilities are going to be

to fill in any gaps in the plan.

a real game-changer for LTL pickup and delivery operations. Where other first and last-mile execution systems are focused on making deliveries as

Implementing these new capabilities in such a short amount of time

efficient as possible, LTL carriers are concerned about stuff coming back

required a healthy and robust partnership between SMT and the

to the terminal– the pickups. Our system optimises the routes both ways

RouteMax teams. Since RouteMax is designed to connect seamlessly

– outgoing and incoming – and synchronizes all that detail seamlessly with

to other management systems, some integrations were already in place

the drivers through the mobile app, so no one misses a beat.

beforehand. The two groups focused on configuring the solution to fit

Rambabu Yadlapalli, Senior Product Manager, RouteMax

its unique needs and coordinating the training and rollout to SMT’s terminals and drivers.

Robert Bernal, Southwestern Motor Transport's Vice President of IT, was a primary stakeholder in selecting the new software.

We have

Since the rollout, the SMT team has observed significant improvements

been using the route optimization feature from RouteMax. Our P&D

in operational KPIs (Stops/ Hr, Bills/ Hour, Miles/ Stop, and Bills/ Trip).

pre-planning became more efficient, but we realized that if we added

The HaulSuite and SMT teams are confident that they will see even

real-time capabilities found in the Dispatching and Driver apps, that we

better numbers as they become more comfortable with the solutions

could obtain a fully-connected P&D ecosystem for even greater results.

and further fine-tuned processes.

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IMPROVING FORKLIFT SAFETY WITH RFID TECHNOLOGY

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very year in the UK, around 1,300 employees are hospitalised

Designed for use in areas such as warehouses, construction sites,

due to serious injuries following a forklift incident.¹ In fact,

manufacturing sites, waste sites, airports and distribution centres,

accident figures based on RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries,

ZoneSafe uses vehicle-mounted antennas that communicate with

Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) over the last three

detection tags, which can be worn by workers, set up in restricted areas

years show that 43% of incidents involving a forklift truck were impacts

or placed on objects or property. When a tag enters a detection zone,

with a third person.2

the vehicle operator will automatically receive a visual and audible alert via the in-cab control unit, which will enable them to take the necessary

Of these, around 65% were pedestrians, 20% co-workers and 15% delivery

action. Tags worn by workers on foot will also vibrate to warn of an

drivers watching or assisting with loading or unloading their vehicle.

approaching vehicle.

Whether using a forklift in a warehouse, at a distribution centre, an

Due to the RFID technology, which does not require line-of-sight, tags

airport or seaport, the dangers to others are clear. The HSE (Health

will be detected regardless of obstructions, blind spots, adverse weather

and Safety Executive) stipulates that there must be adequate segregation

conditions or poor visibility. Each tag can be uniquely identified and

of forklift trucks and pedestrians within the workplace. But how do you

linked to individual people.

ensure these areas aren’t breached inadvertently?

Emily continued:

This technology is ideal for vehicles, like forklift

Approximately 70% of incidents on sites happen during initial machine

trucks, that frequently operate within close proximity of workers

start-up and low speed movement because of poor visibility. Warehouses,

and other machines. It provides fast, reliable and accurate data

distribution centres, seaports and airports can all be extremely challenging

exchange without any limitation on the number of tags or antennas

environments with numerous hazards to navigate. The presence of ground

in operation, making it perfect for large areas like warehouses and

staff and pedestrians makes these areas particularly difficult in terms of

distribution centres.

ensuring safety is maintained at all times.

Emily Hardy,

According to RIDDOR, as the number of forklift truck injuries is on the

vehicle safety expert & marketing manager, Brigade Electronics UK

rise, more will need to be done to address the issue of enhancing safety in areas where forklifts are in use.

Smart technology is helping to address the problem of restricted visibility and blind spots in handling areas. These include the very latest

Emily added:

Driver training is obviously key to ensuring safety

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology, such as Brigade’s

standards are adhered to. However, vehicle safety technology can add

ZoneSafe proximity warning system.

an additional layer of security and peace of mind for operators who are keen to ensure that their workplaces remain hazard free.

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cado Group is unveiling the next leap of game-changing

These advanced capabilities mean that Ocado Smart Platform partners

technology underpinning the unique and proprietary Ocado

will be able to offer their customers an even better online grocery

Smart Platform ('OSP'). The technological breakthroughs

proposition across choice, short lead times, and value, with the best

and capabilities announced today will collectively mean that our OSP

economics, thanks to the structural and systemic advantage that the

partners will be able to:

reimagined OSP gives them. The breakthroughs include...

• Meet the full range of customer missions faster and with lower

The 600 Series bot: The world's lightest and most efficient grocery

operating costs

fulfilment bot.

• Enable short lead time deliveries for a larger proportion of sales

The 600 grid and optimised site design: The lightweight design of

• Drive faster speed to market and faster ramp

600 Series bot allows us to build lighter grids, faster. These new grids can be built in parallel, taking weeks, not months, to install and at a

This evolution of the Ocado Smart Platform is one of the most significant

much lower cost.

steps forward in technology in Ocado’s history and re-affirms OSP as

Ocado Swift Router: An innovation by Ocado Group that enables

the fastest, most flexible, most sustainable and most cost effective suite

delivery of last minute, short lead time orders as well as larger, longer

of solutions for operating online grocery businesses. Uniquely developed

lead-time orders, all from the same van.

for the demands of the grocery space by our dedicated technology

Ocado Orbit: The world’s first Virtual Distribution Centre, which will

and engineering teams, these latest innovations to OSP are the result

enable access to large range and near-perfect fulfilment (no substitutions)

of cutting-edge research and development, as well as the accrued

from smaller warehouses near to the customer for shorter lead times.

experience and know-how in driving unmatched efficiency across the

Ocado Flex: A solution for partners to use their own webshop and app

entire online grocery delivery space over the last 20 years of Ocado.

solutions while taking advantage of the intelligence of OSP. Automated Frameload: Ocado’s new process automates the loading

The latest ground-breaking innovations include: the world’s lightest and

of totes with ready-for-delivery customer orders onto delivery frames

most efficient grocery fulfilment bot; dramatically lighter grids; robotic

ready for dispatch, replacing the manual process currently in place,

arms that pick groceries directly from the grid, a solution that automates

leading to lower labour costs and higher productivity per employee.

the most physically demanding job in a Customer Fulfilment Centre; the

On-grid Robotic Pick: A new generation of robotic arms that will

world’s first virtual distribution centre; a capability for short lead time

pick and pack groceries directly from the grid.

deliveries; and a capability for powering retailers’ own storefronts with the intelligence behind the Ocado Smart Platform.

For Ocado Group, Ocado Re:Imagined offers higher returns from lower capital costs and operating expenses, an even greater Total Addressable

These innovations will allow Ocado Group and our OSP partners to install

Market available to the business, and the expectation of an acceleration

the platform much faster and in simpler, highly optimised, more cost-effective

in the sign-up of new partnerships in the years to come, in addition to

buildings, requiring lower capex, with a faster time to go-live. In addition,

further orders from existing OSP partners.

partners will be able to achieve greater throughput from the same or smaller footprint, lower labour costs, and address labour shortage challenges.

A replay of the Ocado Re:Imagined event will be available on the Ocado Group website: www.ocadogroup.com

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VISIBILITY IS A CRITICAL ENABLER TO

SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCY 1 2 months of crisis and uncertainty across the supply chain

Managing the Cold Chain

has taught the industry a valuable lesson: visibility is power.

Perishable, sensitive cold chain cargo requires continuous control and

Try as you might, there’s little you can do to control the challenges

monitoring of temperature and a variety of other conditions. Without

of a pandemic, nor can you exert much influence on global trade wars

sensor-level visibility at the shipment level, freight forwards, shippers

or hasten chip production. What you can do, however, is focus on

and carriers – particularly in the food and beverage and pharmaceutical

your own position and processes, and make the best decisions for your

industries – run the risk of product damage, spoilage and high costs

organisation, no matter the challenge.

from lost produce.

The pandemic has proven that we can no longer analyse past performance

Now, the best cold chain technology adds a critical layer of visibility for

to predict future measures. Those that have remained resilient, ready

companies that ship valuable, temperature-sensitive goods. By tracking

for 2022, are those that have moved quickly to infuse superior real-time

temperatures in real-time, goods will reach their destination in prime

visibility into their supply chain, with the capabilities to adapt quickly and

condition. In turn this will reduce the potential for rejected deliveries

conquer any challenges that come their way. This year, innovative freight

and minimise the cost of regulatory compliance and claims processing.

forwarders and shippers will use new-found visibility in ever-more agile and responsive ways, to ensure supply chain synchronisation, even in

Sustainability

the face of unforeseen disruptions or demand fluctuations.

In 2022, end to end supply chain visibility won’t just be imperative for increased resilience and efficiency. This year, sustainable and ethical

Predicting arrival times

practices will take a prominent place in purchasing decisions, with

Take estimated time of arrival (ETA), for example. Today’s visibility

companies required to provide visibility of their product’s lifecycle and

platforms can provide predictive ETAs that take all supply chain metrics

journey. For example, as more shippers desire Asia-to-Europe (New

into consideration, including vessel or vehicle speed, the transit distance,

Silk Road) rail movements, to avoid port congestion and reduce carbon

route traffic, historical performance trends, and major incidents such as

emissions, visibility of IoT sensor data on individual shipments and rail

weather or strike action.

cars is vital, given the unpredictability of supply chain disruptions.

Armed with this data, forwarders can pass vital information onto their

Additionally, incorporating new delivery options for customers, like

network of shippers to shape their global inventory flow management.

PUDO and click and collect, will result in a more complex supply

Furthermore, when shippers have a clearer view of arrivals, they then

chain network. End-to-end visibility is therefore essential as delivery

have the ability to take corrective action – mitigating the impact of any

destinations increase in complexity, particularly to monitor emissions

supply chain disruptions and delivery delays, improving the customer

and create a cohesive, connected and more sustainable supply chain.

experience and driving internal efficiency.

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like never before. How can AI technology help support road

Eliminating blind spots with technology-driven solutions

safety and keep supply chains moving?

What can be done to eliminate hazardous blind spots? Extra

The global pandemic has put HGV drivers under pressure

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mirrors have been a traditional solution, but many drivers find them

riving heavy vehicles is a challenging occupation, demanding

cumbersome. The time it takes to check various mirrors on both

skill and concentration whether operating on worksites,

sides of the cab can create dangerous split-second delays.

built-up urban areas or rural roads.

Increasingly, fleet managers are opting to fit on-board safety devices

Despite rigorous driver training and improving safety standards

to their trucks, delivery vans or construction plant. Vehicle CCTV

overall, it’s a tragic fact that road accidents continue to blight lives

camera systems offer wider viewing angles, while radar detection

across the globe. According to the UN, every 24 seconds another

and ultrasonic sensors can alert drivers to an obstacle even in

person is killed in a road traffic crash somewhere in the world.1

adverse weather conditions where heavy rain, fog or snow may

This equates to over one million lives lost annually in road collisions.

obscure visibility.

A global shortage of drivers entering the commercial trucking

Reversing alarms are another key safety system, with modern

sector means that supply chains are under threat at a time when

iterations such as Brigade Electronic’s award-winning White Sound

demand for deliveries is increasing.2 The additional pressure this

range offering instantly locatable alarms that cause less noise

creates for existing drivers is clear to see. And when drivers feel

pollution because they are only heard in the danger zone.

stressed, human error is more likely to creep in.

Safety upgrades such as these can all be retro-fitted to a vehicle in While the UN rightly sees speed management as a key method

a matter of hours. The improvement they can make to road safety

of reducing accidents – calling for a 30km/h speed limit in cities

is incalculable.

worldwide – accidents at low speeds can also be deadly, especially when involving commercial vehicles such as HGVs and mobile plant.

Ultrasonic obstacle detection – minimise vehicle damage and maximise road safety

Often these accidents are caused by blind spots around heavy

The size of modern commercial vehicles means they are potentially

vehicles, where their sheer size and design make it impossible for

highly dangerous machines, often driving on narrow streets packed

drivers to obtain 360 degrees visibility.

with parked cars where there is limited room to manoeuvre. The risk of accidents is even greater at night or in wintry weather

Cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians are at particular risk of

conditions when cameras may struggle to provide a clear picture.

‘disappearing’ into a vehicle’s blind spot. The consequences can be devastating.

Ultrasonic obstacle detection systems alert the driver to the presence of obstacles close to the vehicle, whether moving or

Research in Britain shows that HGVs are much more likely to be

stationary. An audible and/or visual in-cab warning is triggered,

involved in fatal accidents per mile travelled than other vehicles.

while external speaking alarms can be added to warn cyclists and

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pedestrians in the vicinity.

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UN Global Road Safety Week stats May 2021: https://www.unroadsafetyweek.org/ en/home

Brigade Electronic’s latest ultrasonic obstacle detection range was

The global pandemic has put

developed using artificial intelligence technology, and supported

HGV drivers under pressure like

by the Knowledge Transfer Partnership initiative with Cambridge

never before. It’s vital that we

University. The result - Sidescan®Predict – was extensively trialled

protect them and other road

in 2020 with impressive results.

users, keeping supply chains moving without suffering the

Through the use of AI, the Sidescan®Predict sensor constantly

horrendous consequences of road

gathers object detection data such as the speed and distance

accidents. Vehicle safety systems

of a cyclist or pedestrian in the vicinity. This data feeds into

are game changers when it comes

an algorithm created by Brigade to accurately gauge the risk of

to accident prevention. As AI

collision. When danger is detected, the driver is instantly alerted

develops apace, we are able to

in time to take avoiding action.

design increasingly sophisticated devices that drivers can use without the need for extensive training. As a company, our stated mission is

Sidescan®Predict is always switched on, including at speeds below

to deliver zero lives lost in collisions with commercial vehicles and

30km/h. And crucially, the collision protection is active with or

mobile machinery. We truly believe that with the right technology

without the indicators on. This is particularly important as it is

and driver support, this mission is achievable.

recognised that some drivers become irritated by false alerts, even

Emily Hardy, vehicle safety expert, Brigade Electronics UK

avoiding use of indicators so their system does not trigger alerts, potentially putting vulnerable road users at risk.

Brigade Electronics

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KERRY LOGISTICS NETWORK WINS

AIR CARGO SERVICES AWARD

AT THE BIFA FREIGHT SERVICE AWARDS 2021

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erry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics Network’;

BIFA is a UK-based trade association for UK-registered companies

Stock Code 0636.HK) has won the Air Cargo Services Award

engaged in international movement of freight by all modes of transport,

at the British International Freight Association (BIFA) Freight

air, road, rail and sea. The annual BIFA Freight Service Awards

Service Awards 2021 (the ‘Awards’). The Awards ceremony was held

competition has been celebrating industry excellence for more than

in London last night.

three decades by rewarding high standards and professionalism. Awards winners were selected by a judging panel comprising veterans in the

Kerry Logistics Network received the accolade for its outstanding

freight industry based on a set of criteria including investment in new

performance in air freight. The Air Cargo Services Award was conferred

supply chain solutions, industry leadership, customer care and fulfilment,

to commend its excellence in air freight throughout the global pandemic.

as well as heightened operational efficiency.

Kerry Logistics Network has launched new air freight services such as a new Trans-Pacific air freight service and an Air-Sea service via South Korea in 2021.

Kerry Logistics Network has been a whirlwind of activity, effort, and ingenuity throughout the last 12 months and to have the hard work of the UK team recognised by industry peers is a testament to their dedication. These new services were introduced as a direct response to the ongoing capacity constraints and supply chain bottlenecks that have been a regular occurrence over the last 12 months to ensure customers can keep cargo moving.

Emma Rowlands, Strategic Sales Director, Kerry Logistics (UK)

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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS NEWS 21 JANUARY 2022

B&B ATTACHMENTS EXHIBITS AT THE BIG SHOW ON 14–16 MARCH AT THE OMAN CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE, MUSCAT

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&B Attachments, the UK’s leading material handling manufacturer will exhibit for the first time at the BIG Show (Builders International Gathering), together with its official

dealer for the region; GOTRADE of the GORICA GROUP. Mike Barton, Managing Director at B&B Attachments explains the importance of the Middle Eastern market. “It is very encouraging to see that the construction industry in Oman is expecting rapid growth once again in coming years. It plays an important role in the economic uplift and development of the region. This market provides B&B with an abundance of new prospects, as our BlockMaster range becomes more sort after within the industry.”

The BlockMaster range manufactured by B&B Attachments in Northumberland, England comprises of a collection of specialist forklift truck attachments designed for material handling within the building products industry.

The BIG Show is an annual international exhibition that caters to the building and construction industry in Oman, the Middle East, and global markets. The event features an extensive range of the latest building materials, construction equipment, wood machinery, interior furnishings and other products, equipment and technology for building and construction operations. The BIG Show is incorporated with Oman’s Design & Build Week. It is the biggest and most important building, construction, and interior design event in Oman.

Visit B&B Attachments in the UK Pavilion at The BIG Show, to see how the company can support your material handling requirements.

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ogistics UK is celebrating the successful return of its ever-

compliant throughout such uncertain times. Our final event, held early

popular Transport Manager conference series for 2021, with

in December in Coventry, was once again a very popular event, with

almost 1,500 delegates attending this year’s series, following

more than 230 delegates registered. The Transport Manager series will

last year’s virtual alternative as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

be back in 2022 to deliver the next set of crucial compliance updates and we look forward to seeing both new and familiar faces there.

The series consisted of 11 live events at venues around the UK and

Katia Yakovleva, Head of Events, Logistics UK

an additional well-attended online virtual conference. Sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres and Brigade Electronics, the conferences highlighted

Logistics UK is one of the UK’s leading business groups, representing

key issues for anyone involved in running vehicle fleets and provided

logistics businesses which are vital to keeping the UK trading, and more

professional advice to help delegates remain compliant and up to speed

than seven million people directly employed in the making, selling and

on the latest legislative developments. As well as a compliance update,

moving of goods. With COVID-19, Brexit, new technology and other

key topics discussed included logistics in urban centres, low emission

disruptive forces driving change in the way goods move across borders

vehicles and working safely with alternative fuels.

and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK plc. Logistics UK supports, shapes and stands up for safe and

We are delighted to have seen the return of our in-person Transport

efficient logistics, and is the only business group which represents

Manager Conference series and enjoyed meeting so many delegates face-

the whole industry, with members from the road, rail, sea and air

to-face once again. It has been a challenging 18 months for operators and

industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and

our Transport Manager conferences provide attendees with the peace

manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement

of mind that they are equipped with the information they need moving

of goods. For more information about the organisation and its work,

forward. We are thrilled with the success of this year’s conference series

including its ground-breaking research into the impacts of COVID-19

and it was wonderful to see nearly as many attendees as prior to the

on the whole supply chain, please visit logistics.org.uk

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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS NEWS 17 DECEMBER 2021

STAGEFREIGHT RETAINS ITS TITLE AS

UK’S BEST ROAD FREIGHT OPERATOR AT LOGISTICS AWARDS 2021

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ne of the UK’s biggest business groups, Logistics UK, has crowned Stagefreight the Road Freight Operator of the Year at its annual Logistics Awards, which took place on 9 December

2021 at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London. The category was sponsored by Willis Towers Watson with the award presented by the company’s Haulage & Logistics Director, Stewart Osmond.

Stagefreight Ltd is an event transport firm that has worked with theatre, music, TV and corporate event clients since 1986. With more than 30 years’ experience in event transportation, with particular expertise in music, theatre and exhibition transport, its experienced team help its customers through every step of their event planning.

As an ‘event only’ transport company, Stagefreight and all its

The company is now expanding again. It has invested over £2 million

employees have diversified, re-trained and grown from a point where

in growing its fleet, having recently taken receipt of four new trucks

most event companies faced closure into a stronger, more resilient,

and has another 20 on order. Its trailer fleet has grown too, with five

diversified and secure transport company. Eighteen months into a

new curtain siders, eight new fridge trailers added and a further 20

global pandemic, Stagefreight is truly leading the way; the company has

trailers on order.

certainly pushed its boundaries, and the can-do attitude of all staff and drivers has shone through brightly. I would like to congratulate

The Logistics Awards 2021 recognise and celebrate the companies

Stagefreight Ltd for its win; the company represents the ‘the best of the

and individuals who have made a significant contribution to the

best’ in the road freight sector and to retain this title for another year

logistics and supply industry over the past 12 months and who excel

is truly a unique honour.

in their fields. The awards were sponsored by organisations including

David Wells, Chief Executive, Logistics UK

AEB (International) Ltd, AIPUT (Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust), Brigade Electronics, DDC FPO, Clarios – VARTA Batteries, Logistics UK Fuel Card, Logistics UK Recovery Service, PD Ports, and Willis Towers Watson. For the full list of winners, please visit logistics.org.uk/logistics21

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SAVE THE DATE 14 - 16 JUNE 2022 NEC BIRMINGHAM LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT FOR CARGO OWNERS

We have already quoted on several jobs and made some fantastic new contacts. We also met with existing customers and was able to have a face to face conversation for the first time in a long time. We have already rebooked for next year.

Joanne Gumery, Warehouse Commercial Manager

Multimodal 2022 celebrates 15 years of placing shippers, retailers, wholesalers, importers and exporters in front of exhibitors who offer the latest logistics and supply chain solutions. Whether you are a forwarder, 3PL, shipping line, haulier, port or equipment supplier, Multimodal offers a unique opportunity to make valuable face to face contact with new prospects and existing companies.

Howard Tenens has met some of its largest customers over the years at Multimodal which is why we continue to exhibit each year. We are already counting down to the 2022 show!

Elliot Ashton, Development Manager

Multimodal is a great place to meet up with customers and find new ones. Our return on investment has been excellent..

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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS NEWS 24 JANUARY 2022

MATT DAWSON REVEALS

WINNERS OF BIFA FREIGHT SERVICE AWARDS

M

att Dawson, this year’s host of the British International

In the Air Cargo Services category, which was sponsored by IAG Cargo,

Freight Association’s 2021 Freight Service Awards, said

Kerry Logistics triumphed over fellow finalists Maltacourt, Pentagon,

that all the winners demonstrated a clear understanding of

and Uniserve Group.

overcoming last minute challenges to achieve success, which reminded him of his own final mile, or last minute, delivery to Jonny Wilkinson

Winner of the Ocean Services Award, sponsored by Port Express, was

in 2003, who then scored a drop goal that enabled England to win the

Allseas Global Logistics, which overcame strong challenges from fellow

Rugby World Cup.

finalists NNR Global Logistics and Vikstar.

There were many outstanding entries for the 2021 Awards, presented

Ace Forwarding took first place in the Project Forwarding category,

yesterday (Thursday January 20th) at The Brewery in London despite a

sponsored by Peter Lole Insurance Brokers, ahead of fellow finalists

year beset by multiple operational difficulties and uncertainties caused

AsstrA UK Ltd, LV Logistics, and Ucargo LLP.

by the pandemic and EU Exit.

In the Specialist Services category, newly sponsored by Newage, the A raffle held in aid of international development charity, Transaid,

winner was Your Special Delivery Service Ltd, whilst the other finalists

raised £3,600.

included B&H Worldwide Ltd, Cargo Overseas Ltd, and Kerry Logistics.

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Brunel European was revealed as the winner of the Supply Chain

Meanwhile, Laura Hobby (FS Mackenzie) impressed the judges with her

Management category, sponsored by BoxTop Technologies, seeing off

passion for the industry to win the Young Freight Forwarder category,

strong competition from fellow finalists Hemisphere Freight Services

which is sponsored by Virgin Atlantic Cargo. Fellow finalists were Ronan

Ltd, Noatum Logistics Ltd, and Uniserve.

Kitchin (Aramex UK); Milos Bogovac (ZenCargo), Corey Chambers (Ital Logistics) and Jamie Halliday (Tudor International Freight).

Scooping first place in the Cool & Special Cargoes category, sponsored

by American Airlines Cargo was JSC Livestock which overcame

Finally, BIFA Director General, Robert Keen presented a Special

excellent entries from fellow finalists, Evolution Forwarding Ltd, and

Recognition Award for services to the international freight industry, as

United Worldwide Logistics.

well as charitable activities, to Gordon Day, who, after retiring from the industry after a very successful career, is now a stalwart of the London

Hemisphere Freight Services literally went the extra mile to win the

Freight Club and well known to many BIFA members.

Extra Mile Award, sponsored by Descartes, ahead of the entries from fellow finalists Evolution Forwarding Ltd, Pentagon, and Unsworth UK.

After a truly extraordinary and very challenging two years, it is great to meet in person to celebrate excellence across the freight forwarding

Victorious against fellow finalists Aramex (UK) Ltd, Espace Europe

industry, with awards that are now in their 33rd year, and justifiably

Ltd, and Reliable Shipping Ltd, Unsworth UK triumphed in the Staff

regarded as the most prestigious in the sector. Once again, BIFA was

Development category, which was sponsored by Albacore Systems.

delighted with the range of entries received from BIFA Members that managed to take the time to document their achievements while

In the returning European Logistics category, which was sponsored by

continuing to manage their businesses through incredibly trying times,

TT Club, the winner was Killick Martin & Company, with the other

which is a testament to their tenacity. I congratulate all the companies

finalists being Espace European, Simarco Worldwide Logistics, and

that won each category, as well as those that were shortlisted as finalists.

Unsworth UK.

I would also would like to recognise the support and contribution of the sponsors to the running of the competition this year. Representatives

Winner of the Apprentice of the Year category, which was sponsored

from the category sponsors have given their time to carry out judging

by Seetec Outsource Training was Herbie Cobby (Geodis Freight

and the selection of winners for each award.

Forwarding), who beat the other finalists, which were Matt Vick (John Good Logistics), Joshua Boswell (Geodis Freight Forwarding), Bobby Lowe (NVO Consolidation), and Thomas Low (OIA Global).

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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

Documented permission to pass that a national customs authority grants to imported/exported goods so that they can enter/leave the country.

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DAVIES TURNER IS CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC OVER TRADER COMPLIANCE WITH

NEW IMPORT RULES

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en days after a new set of rules and regulations for goods

to serve existing clients. Under the new border regime, GVMS will

entering Britain from the EU came into force, one of the UK’s

play an important role in facilitating the fast movement of goods

largest independent freight forwarding and logistics companies

between the EU and Britain, but traders need to keep abreast of

says that they have proved to be less chaotic than predicted, and

HMRC notices about how to use it correctly, as well as the guidance

expressed cautious optimism about the new arrangements.

that we are providing.

Danny Southby, head of European Network, Davies Turner

Davies Turner, which operates a comprehensive network of panEuropean trailer services to and from the UK, reports that whilst it

In addition to that guidance, Davies Turner has invested in its facilities,

is early days in terms of truck movements, freight is flowing and it

systems and people, and is ready to handle any problems that traders/

has already handled hundreds of trucks under the new Goods Vehicle

shippers encounter with cross border trade between EU and GB.

Movement System (GVMS) with declarations made by the company without issue, and a number of its partners and hauliers are successfully engaging with it.

The company acknowledges that there have been some teething problems with the new GVMS and that trade is generally slower at the start of the year, but believes that for imports, especially, having its own inland customs-bonded depots is an advantage and should drastically cut the risk of problems, or the need for one of its lorries to report to a Border inspection point.

Although we typically see a fairly quiet start to the year in terms of traffic, traders appear to be following the new rules and the systems seem to be working. This time last year, when new rules for exports to the EU came in, there were considerable problems. This year, so far, it is minor frustrations and a little confusion in terms of GVMS, and it is a breeze compared with January 2021. Nevertheless we have

Facilitating smoother customs clearance in the UK and beyond

had a couple of enquiries already from EU-based foodstuff suppliers that are having problems with their usual transport provider, which indicates that some hauliers might be shying away from carrying foodstuffs. Davies Turner has decided not to accept any new business of foodstuffs, or products of animal origin, until such time as we are comfortable with the new rules in place, though we continue

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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE NEWS 24 JANUARY 2022

WITH LEADING PARCEL SERVICE PROVIDER

SOVEREIGN IS READY FOR IMPOST

SOVEREIGN expects cost and time savings advantages for

With IMPOST, SOVEREIGN Speed can further simplify and speed

handling processes. Fast and easy software changeover to the

up its processes. The biggest advantages include the trimming of the

new IMPOST ATLAS procedure with DAKOSY

11-digit goods tariff classification number to six digits, which means

U

that goods no longer have to be classified down to the last detail, and sing DAKOSY’s Customs solution ZODIAK GE, SOVEREIGN

also the option of being able to submit future Customs declaration

Speed is ready for the new ATLAS procedure IMPOST, which

goods descriptions in English instead of only in German, as was formerly

Customs put into operation on January 17 specifically for the

the case. What sounds simple has considerable benefits - there is no

Customs processing of e-commerce shipments. The new procedure

longer a need for the extra steps of either the previously- required

offers considerable advantages for the transport services provider.

translation of the goods descriptions provided from the UK, usually

As the first customer, one of the leading parcel service providers will

in English, nor the manual revision of the transmitted tariff numbers.

benefit from this early changeover.

Further improvements are provided by early status information on advance Customs releases and overall greater transparency throughout

Since July 2021, SOVEREIGN Speed has handled all Customs import

the entire process.

clearances for a large parcel service provider, processing all UK truck shipments imported to a central hub. Since the conventional

All in all, we expect major savings in both costs and time. With

manual Customs clearance of such large freight volumes is impossible,

the help of DAKOSY, we can quickly and conveniently switch from

SOVEREIGN Speed has automated the process using DAKOSY’s

ATLAS Import to IMPOST and make the new solution available to our

ZODIAK GE software right from the start.

customers from day one. Many other large parcel service providers are only now starting to adapt and will not be able to benefit from the same advantages for several months.

Martin Araman, Managing Director, SOVEREIGN Speed

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We’re here to help optimise the way your business operates today, through high quality logistics services and specialised supply chain solutions, so you can thrive in a successful, more connected future.

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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE NEWS 26 JANUARY 2022

FIVE WAYS UK EXPORTERS ARE

BUCKING THE TREND & THRIVING IN IRELAND

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n a market boosted by young consumers with a willingness for

Higher import costs

cross-border spending online the Irish eCommerce market is

Custom delays, inspections and import taxes at the UK/EU border have

predicted to grow to be worth a staggering €7bn in 2022.

drastically increased post-Brexit and have been further complicated by supply chain pressure caused by Covid. Consider that a pallet inspection

The latter half of 2021 saw Irish consumers turn in increasing numbers

into the EU from the UK consists of checks on every SKU and you get

to buying from international retailers.

an idea of the magnitude of red tape involved, especially with large volume shipment.

Yet last year exports from the UK to Ireland dropped by a fifth with nearly one in four British exporters giving up fulfilling online orders

Handling EU to UK returns

citing costly post-Brexit delays. The top exports from the UK to Ireland

With up to 20% of online goods returned over the 2021 Xmas period

were medicinal, pharmaceutical and consumer goods.

many UK exporters are incurring considerable costs attempting to facilitate returns. In this first full year of Brexit this has been somewhat of

For the remaining British exporters continuing to meet online customer

a baptism of fire for some, as goods have to leave the EU and re-enter the

demand in Ireland there’s a clear distinction between those that are currently

UK which can incur further taxes. In addition, if a product is perishable,

surviving and those that are thriving. Irish logistic firm DuTec’s managing

such as a beauty product, or if the products are seasonal the window of

director Sean Conway details five areas of adversity for UK exporters and

time open for it to be reprocessed and made ready for re-sale before its

how successful UK exporters have adapted to overcome these issues.

best before date or season end can be adversely affected by a delayed return. A recent report in the Guardian disclosed that the cost of a return

Meeting customer delivery expectations

in the UK costs up to £20. Factor in the added costs in coming back from

Before Brexit, Irish online consumers were familiar with a 2–3-day

Ireland and this figure could be even more for UK retailers.

delivery timescale for orders bought and shipped from Britain. Post-Brexit the reality is that it can take up to three or four weeks for a package to

Decreasing your carbon footprint

arrive. The consequence being that an Irish consumer will choose an

Direct shipping goods destined for Irish consumers from point

alternative supplier if a UK brand cannot meet their delivery expectations.

of manufacture directly to Ireland can dramatically reduce your Carbon footprint.

Avoiding nasty surprises In addition to delays, there have been many instances of Irish consumers

Sean explains:

discovering they have extra charges to pay when their goods finally arrive

the number of miles a parcel has to travel can be reduced by 5x by

from the UK. These charges include VAT, Customs Charges, Handling/

importing into an Irish hub at the point of supply itself. An experienced

Processing Charges, and can be considerable, Often necessitating a trip

import partner can tackle the logistical and administrative tasks which

to the courier’s depot to pay for and pick up their parcel, these nasty

when considering high volume shipping can lead to a massive decrease

surprises reflect badly on the UK sellers.

in carbon emissions.

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10 DECEMBER 2021

ONE WORLD EXPRESS ANNOUNCES

PARTNERSHIP WITH ONBUY

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ne World Express has announced a new partnership with the

This partnership is another

UK eCommerce marketplace, OnBuy. The global logistics

exciting step for One World

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

Express. We are delighted that

based online retailers.

our services will help to facilitate the growth of promising UK- based

The partnership will allow OnBuy retailers to download their orders

eCommerce retailers. OnBuy is

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

such an exciting business, and I am

provider. Retailers will also enjoy access to One World Express’

thrilled that One World Express

sophisticated logistics software, including SmartTrack, to help them

is able to support its domestic

provide an efficient and transparent courier service to customers.

and international growth. I can’t wait to see the progress that the

One World Express is currently providing OnBuy retailers with

marketplace, and its retailers, will

domestic courier solutions. Furthermore, One World Express has

enjoy over the next few years.

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

Atul Bhakta,

to expand into international markets.

CEO, One World Express

We greatly value our existing pool of retailers and customers; and we are delighted that this partnership with One World Express will be

One World Express’ logistics solutions is now available to OnBuy’s online retailers.

able to further enhance our services by providing them with superior courier solutions. This is just the beginning. OnBuy has its sights set on the international stage – and with the support and expertise of

ABOUT ONE WORLD EXPRESS

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

Founded in 1998, One World Express is a global logistics,

developments over the coming years.

eCommerce and IT solutions provider. The London-based

Cas Paton, Founder & CEO, OnBuy

company provides fulfilment, warehousing and final-mile delivery solutions for companies large and small around the world.

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LOGISTICS UK’S CHIEF EXECUTIVE

RECOGNISED BY THE QUEEN IN NEW YEAR’S HONOURS

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av id

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Chief

Mr Wells has successfully initiated and pursued a strategy to ensure

Executive of business

that Logistics UK represents the entire logistics sector, collaborating,

group Logistics UK, has

challenging and championing logistics with policy makers, and speaking to

been awarded an OBE in the New

the media with one voice. Under his leadership, the organisation, which

Year’s Honours list, for services

represents more than 19,000 members across the whole logistics sector,

to transport and logistics.

and moves the goods and services critical to everyone, has dramatically raised its profile and impact with decision makers and influencers in

Wells, 56, who has been in charge

business, politics and the media. Driven by his leadership and influence

of the organisation for the past six

with opinion formers, Logistics UK achieved unprecedented recognition

years, has been recognised for his

for logistics employees as key workers at the start of the pandemic.

transformational work which has

Among a host of recent important policy wins for members, the

established the business group

business has successfully lobbied for higher funding for the new LGV

as one of the largest and most

apprenticeship standard, which will enable more people to enter the

important in the UK, raising the voice and impact of the sector at a

industry, as well as campaigning for the interests of the sector to be

critical time to help make Brexit work and keeping Britain’s economy

recognised in the UK/EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement (TCA).

moving during the Brexit transition and the Covid-19 pandemic.

Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our team, and the backing I am truly honoured to receive this OBE after an unprecedented

of our members, I am so proud to see the recognition and influence

period of challenge and change for our sector. I have always said that

which the logistics industry is now rightfully starting to achieve at all

our industry shows resilience unlike any other, and that has been

levels of government and in the media. This visibility will also be key to

demonstrated time and again during my time as Chief Executive. I

ensuring that our industry continues to attract the brightest and best

am indebted to all our amazing members and their staff, as well as the

talent in the years ahead.

team at Logistics UK, for the support and commitment which they have shown to keep goods moving, despite the challenges posed by

Married with two sons, Wells was recently appointed as Chair of the

Brexit, the Covid-19 pandemic, skills shortages and other unforeseen

Trustees of a Suicide Prevention charity in his hometown of Eastbourne.

circumstances. This award is for them too.

Supported by local churches, the organisation offers counselling and support to those in crisis or considering suicide.

The past two years

have been challenging financially for most charities; however, our support base has stepped up and our workers and volunteers are meeting the ever-increasing daily demand for our life-saving support.

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Krone trailer sales continue to maintain peak levels in the

All consignments from Leeds are dispatched on a next day basis and,

UK and Ireland and, in line with the company’s European

subject to available stock, parts are delivered between 1 and 3 working

customer support policy, Krone’s parts supply service

days to achieve, what the European trailer manufacturer says, is a fast and

continues to expand with trailer parts available from its

efficient service designed to keep Krone trailer operators on the road.

Leeds depot and via Krone Parts Online.

Jamie Simpson, who is responsible for Krone Parts and based at the Backed by UK Krone parts stockists, trailer parts for the

company’s Leeds depot, says,

I’m pleased to say, our parts supply

UK and Ireland can be ordered using the online Krone

department is going from strength to strength and provides a quick

parts catalogue, by part number or simply by scanning the

and reliable support service for Krone trailer users throughout the

unique QR code which is stamped onto the registration

UK and Ireland.

plate on the chassis of every Krone trailer. The QR code gives instant access to the individual trailer parts list along with all relevant data - such as part numbers, description and availability. Then, using the KRONE Online Shop, the parts can be quickly ordered.

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issues deepened and much of the day-to-day still looks

Direct-to-patient and direct-from-patient growth

different than pre-pandemic.

We’ve seen a new focus on direct-to-patient and direct-from-

s new COVID-19 variants have emerged, supply chain

patient care, including significant growth in home-based clinical

The cold chain industry experienced rapid growth in 2020

trials. In December 2019, 38% of pharmaceutical and contract

and continues to experience both growth and change for the

research organizations expected to engage in a high volume of

foreseeable future. The pandemic’s influence remains, which creates

virtual research trials with 48% of those expecting to run a trial

opportunities to innovate and better serve pharmaceutical and

with most activity conducted in participants’ homes. These numbers

healthcare customers delivering medicine in new ways. This sets

increased to 100% and 89% respectively in December 2020.

the stage for a few of our predictions this year.

Many research organizations initially piloted this new model of clinical While COVID-19’s influence persists, we also see renewed

trials with smaller Phase I and Phase II trials. In the past year, we saw

interest in sustainability and the evolving impact of Brexit’s export

organizations pilot fully home-based and hybrid clinical trials in Phase III

regulations in the United Kingdom (UK). These will also shape how

trials.1 This year we expect to see trials using home-based care grow with

the pharmaceutical and cold chain industries operate.

continued focus on improving the experience for patients and physicians.

Outsourcing the cold chain

Logistics remain a challenge, especially given the narrow timeframe

Previously we anticipated more pharmaceutical companies would

for deliveries and pick up of biologics or sample materials. All timing

outsource capabilities to contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs)

must coordinate with homecare visits and ensure temperature-

and contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs).

sensitive materials arrive at their final destination still within

Pharmaceutical companies already engage these organizations in

the required temperature range. Services like phlebotomy, drug

manufacturing and development of therapies, but adding additional

administration and sample collection that require refrigeration

services allows pharmaceutical companies to focus valuable time and

will require cold chain solutions. We anticipate an ongoing drive

resources on areas where they have the most expertise.

toward solutions that require little training and are easy for home healthcare professionals and patients to operate. We should also

We saw a shift last year to CMOs and CDMOs adding additional services,

see even more assessment and evaluation of the cold chain for

like cold chain logistics. We expect to see outsourcing grow again this

home-based care in 2022.

year. Offering end-to-end expertise helps reduce additional supply chain complexities by standardizing more of the supply chain during a time

Brexit runs smoothly

when raw materials are scarce and transportation is unpredictable,

While Brexit officially began on January 31, 2020, nothing changed until

necessitating dedicated and seasoned professional resources.

a new trade deal was reached and implemented in January 2021, which outlined how the UK and EU would live, work and trade together.

We expect companies not yet ready to fully outsource their supply chains to increase their use of services that make cold

As new trade rules began, export businesses experienced significant

chain operations easier and eliminate the challenges associated

issues with increased paperwork. As a result, a large number of

with unforeseen circumstances. These include services like offsite

shipments were delayed, held at customs points or cancelled altogether.

conditioning of coolants or onsite conditioning with coolants

The impact of Brexit was further affected by the global shortage

inventoried to their unique needs.

of shipping containers and lack of drivers to transport goods.

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Over time, exporting companies, shipping agents and logistics

Sustainability initiatives move forward

companies began to understand the nuances of paperwork required

Previously pharmaceutical manufacturers viewed supplier

to enable shipments to the EU to take place without issue. This

sustainability initiatives as a nice-to-have, but not a deciding factor

was a learning process for companies that hadn’t dealt with the

in their decision to do business together. That shifted in 2020 with

complexities of customs clearance for decades. To enable this,

companies focusing on how they could impact the United Nations’

companies recruited for new staff, which further slowed down the

Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs), as well as building plans

processes required.

to execute and measure their efforts.

It is still too early to draw concrete conclusions about the overall

What began as internal initiatives turned to a focus on how vendor

impact of Brexit on trade with the EU. The Office of National

and supplier sustainability initiatives impact a company’s sustainability

Statistics (ONS) noted survey data suggesting businesses’ trading

goals. Pharmaceutical companies soon required vendors like Peli

activities were being held back by Brexit frictions, such as extra

BioThermal to demonstrate that temperature-controlled packaging

paperwork and higher transportation costs. However, the UK

and modes of transportation minimize negative effects on the

economy showed improvement during the course of the year.

environment. Vendors were also asked to provide tools that help

Shipments to the EU began to return to pre-Brexit levels as

pharmaceutical manufacturers measure their actual environmental

companies became more confident with the complexities of the

impact so they can monitor and demonstrate reductions in carbon

new rules.

footprint and waste.

Further growth is expected into 2022, and with the general

We expect to see this trend continue in 2022. Vendors and

improvement with trading conditions as COVID-19 restrictions

suppliers like Peli BioThermal will be asked to also look at their

are relaxed, we can expect a surge in UK - EU trade during the

supply chains and begin monitoring how their own vendors and

course of the next year.

suppliers contribute to their environmental impact.

Though COVID-19 continues to influence supply chains,

2022 COLD CHAIN PREDICTIONS

companies are learning to operate in an unpredictable world.

Overall, we anticipate this year will bring more stability and renewed focus on pre-COVID-19 priorities.

Adam Tetz, Director of Worldwide Marketing, Peli BioThermal

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he rise of e-commerce is underway and impacting our

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

highstreets. Due to the pandemic, the shift from physical

A fully optimised WMS can enhance a business’s productivity,

shops towards online spending has accelerated by

boost efficiency, and lower costs by digitising its processes. It also

an average of five years. In 2020, 87% of UK households made

helps avoid common mistakes like slow shipments, poor inventory

purchases online and recent statistics show that 70% now prefer it.

management, or incorrect product details – all of which can be

Now, E-commerce is booming, and online retail spending in the UK

costly and lead to unhappy customers.

expected to reach £75 billion by 2024.

This software assists with an extensive range of key day-to-day The race is now on for retailers and third-party logistics (3PL)

operations. These activities might include inventory management,

providers to secure more warehouse space and capture a share

stock replenishment, order picking, labour management, and

in this growing market. Warehouse space has already increase by

shipping. It gives an insightful and holistic overview of operations,

73% since Covid-19 restrictions began in March 2019. Businesses

so informed decisions can be made. For example, an accurate, real-

need also address speed and accuracy, with the average consumer

time view of inventory means companies can effectively gauge stock

expecting rapid deliveries of products that are both made to order

needs and avoid back orders. A WMS can even be used to boost

and easily returned. Therefore, the pressure is on for businesses to

productivity amongst workers, matching them to specific jobs at

operate as efficiently and effectively as possible.

the right time, and guiding them around the warehouse in the most efficient manner.

This is where technology is set to play a major supporting role, bringing fundamental changes to the ways in which warehouses operate. Here,

Robots

we will explore how technology and energy efficiency will be the driving

As we look to the future, robots are expected to take centre stage.

force behind a successful, smarter, and more sustainable future.

In warehouses, robots can help operations become more efficient and productive whilst reducing errors and improving safety. It’s

The Internet of things (IoT)

estimated that there’ll be around 50,000 robotic warehouses by

The IoT broadly refers to the connection of devices and sharing

2025 with over 4 million robot installations. Robots are already used

data via the internet. This has become an increasingly important

for a whole host of warehouse functions, from picking and packing,

driver in boosting automation. Modern warehouses can now be

to sorting, batching, transporting, inspection, and security. Many

more connected, coordinated, and seamless in their operations,

large corporations are investing in these emerging technologies. As

helping them manage escalating demand and run more efficiently.

of 2021, Amazon has around 350,000 mobile drive units.

IoT sensors give an object digital intelligence. This enables devices to

Mobile robots have been trending over the past couple of years.

communicate with other online systems in real-time and share vital

Among their many talents, they are particularly helpful for moving

data with warehouse workers. Businesses can use the IoT to connect

goods from warehouse shelves to fulfilment zones. They can also

their equipment, robots, drones, and pallets, while monitoring their

be programmed to perform duties traditionally carried out by

inventory and even supervising employees remotely.

conveyors, manual forklifts, carts, and towing machines.

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Energy efficiency

Greener, smarter warehouses

Warehouses often have high energy requirements, from heating to

There’s no doubt that warehouses are getting greener, and there

cooling and lighting. According to the Orlando Utilities Commission,

are a whole host of other efficiency measures available. Energy

energy costs typically account for 15% of a warehouse’s operating

management systems; cool roof systems; radiant heaters; high-

budget. Therefore, businesses are keen for warehouses to become

volume, low-speed (HVLS) fans; green building materials; and

more energy efficient. As well as reducing costs, this will minimise

measures to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials can all have a

their impact on the environment and reduce emissions.

major impact. These green initiatives, married with the introduction of digital intelligence, have increased automation. This emergence

Renewable green gas will also be a key part of the future sustainable

of new technology means that we can expect a truly smarter, more

energy mix. Warehouses will be able to use renewable energy for

sustainable, and more productive warehouse in the future.

heating or even to power their forklift truck fleet. Once it’s widely available, warehouses already running on commercial LPG will be

Overall, the future of warehousing is technological. Warehouses

able to switch to renewable green gas and become carbon neutral

will be digitally intelligent and able to communicate efficiently. For

without changing any of their equipment.

example, warehouse management systems might organise the daily activities of shipments and so on. Modern forklift trucks have

Lighting is another big energy consumer for warehouses. Significant

evolved to rely on liquid gas, improving productivity in the workplace.

savings can be made by upgrading to more efficient LEDs, bringing

Robots operate alongside warehouse workers to optimise labour and

in more natural light with skylights, and controlling lighting more

companies are investing in renewable energy sources to lead the way

effectively. For example, a warehouse could have automatic lights-

in sustainable manufacturing. How will you modernise warehousing?

out areas where human workers are absent.

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PALL-EX’S WAREHOUSE TO WHEELS DELIVERS FIRST GRADUATE TO COMBAT INDUSTRY SHORTAGES

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all-Ex’s Warehouse to Wheels programme, which aims to provide warehouse staff with the opportunity to progress into HGV driver roles, has delivered its first graduate.

The initiative has been identified as a key tool in combatting the ongoing driver shortages that have long been present in the logistics sector but have only recently come to the wider public’s attention.

The Senior Management team at Pall-Ex is very aware of the impact that Pall-Ex’s first graduate from the Warehouse to Wheels scheme is

driver shortages could have on the business and its palletised freight

Kirill Sapelkin, who began his journey with the Leicestershire based

network, composed of over 90 independent transport companies.

logistics company in 2018 as a forklift truck driver. Having shown skill and a willingness to learn, Kirill was offered the opportunity to enrol in

Pall-Ex’s Operations Director, Paul Pegg, has overseen the

Warehouse to Wheels when it began in 2020. Kirill undertook training

implementation of the Warehouse to Wheels scheme. On this, and

that was funded by Pall-Ex to become one of the business’ shunter

Kirill’s achievement, he comments,

drivers, responsible for the management and movement of trailers at

his progression through the Warehouse to Wheels programme. Kirill

its Ellistown hub.

has excelled in every role he has held with us here at Pall-Ex, and I have

We are really proud of Kirill and

no doubts that he will continue to be an integral team member now Now, having passed his Driver Certificate of Professional Competence

as a driver. Our Warehouse to Wheels scheme is designed to support

(CPC) and gained his HGV C Licence, he is qualified to drive HGVs up

staff and help them reach their full potential, whilst helping the business

to 44 tonnes on the public highway. This provides Kirill with improved

develop a valuable, skilled workforce so we are really pleased to see the

career opportunities and increases his earning potential thanks to his

first graduate of many start their driving journey.

attainment of a highly sought-after qualification. Consequently, Kirill’s progress also benefits Pall-Ex, as it now has access to another HGV

Pall-Ex Group is an award-winning network of hauliers comprising

driver in a time when these skilled workers are in such short supply.

two leading UK pallet networks (Fortec Distribution Network and Pall-Ex UK), four subsidiary UK logistics businesses and ten European

Speaking about his journey and his hopes for the future, Kirill said,

networks. A renowned name in logistics, Pall-Ex delivers an efficient

The Warehouse to Wheels programme has given me a great

and reliable palletised freight distribution service, backed by innovative

opportunity to progress my career and I would recommend it to anyone

technology and a first-class network of established shareholder SMEs.

who is thinking of taking their career further. I’m pleased that the

With its headquarters and central UK hub located in the heart of the

managers here at Pall-Ex believed in me and gave me this opportunity

Midlands, Pall-Ex is driving excellence in all areas, transporting more

and I am looking forward to the next stages.

than 40,000 pallets across the globe every day.

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RECRUITMENT & TRAINING NEWS 10 JANUARY 2022

ANOTHER YEAR OF SUCCESS FOR

BIFA TRAINING PROGRAMME

T

he British International Freight Association (BIFA) has

Since its introduction, the course has had over 200 enrolments and

confirmed that elements of the online CDS eLearning course

provides hands on tuition, practical exercises and a technical resource,

that it launched in Autumn 2021 to help prepare BIFA members

finishing with an assessment.

and others to operate HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC) Customs Declaration Service (CDS) will start to be incorporated into the trade

BIFA director general, Robert Keen adds that the trade association took

association’s other online live customs training courses from this month.

the initiative and worked with ASM to create a relevant training course to help BIFA members understand and implement the different working

There has been a great response to the CDS eLearning course since it was launched. In response to feedback from the 200 plus

methods involved with the new system, which HMRC announced would replace CHIEF in a phased transition ending in April 2023.

delegates who have taken the course, we decided to start adding content including useful CHIEF/CDS correlation tables, to our other

He says that the CDS eLearning course is suitable for anyone completing

customs-related training courses. Despite having to deliver our entire

Customs declarations and covers the main differences between CHIEF

portfolio of courses online in 2021, it was an excellent year for the trade

and CDS to enable users to submit Customs declarations for exports and

association’s training programmes. Over 1,000 learners were trained

imports via the new system no matter which software supplier is used.

during our video conferencing sessions and a further 1,000 plus have completed our various eLearning courses. They say that success breeds

The course consists of eight modules, which offer an introduction to

success and this month will see the appointment of an additional full-

CDS; as well as the data elements required, and the UK Trade Tariff and

time trainer to our training delivery team. Feedback from delegates on

customs procedure codes. Other modules cover commercial relationships,

the CDS eLearning course, reveals that nearly 60% of learners would

arrangements and valuation; methods of payment and authorisations; as

prefer face-to-face sessions, but the new variant has put a stop to the

well as documents, certifications and authorisations indicators.

reintroduction of the classroom sessions that we had just started to implement, which is disappointing.

Simulation exercises and an assessment will enable all delegates to check

Carl Hobbis, Executive Director, BIFA

their knowledge and understanding about future import and export

(who manages the training activities)

declaration processes, putting into practice what they have learnt on each module.

The CDS eLearning training launched in September 2021 and was developed by BIFA in conjunction with leading Customs software

Keen concludes:

Whilst dual-running of both systems will continue,

firm Agency Sector Management (ASM) to educate users on the main

we know enough about the new CDS system to be confident in offering

differences between CHIEF (Customs Handling of Import and Export

a training course to BIFA members and others that provides cost

Freight) and CDS.

effective and invaluable advice and information. It is designed to help them to prepare for when CDS will serve as the UK’s single customs platform at the end of March 2023.

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Diagnostics machines With the rise in automated vehicles, SNAP expects the human driver’s

A

role to increasingly focus on maintenance. Diagnostic machines will become an important feature of new era truck parks, providing drivers round one million Britons are currently isolating with

with the information and support they need to conduct minor repairs,

Covid-19, causing a staffing headache across many industries,

perform upgrades and optimise their vehicles for maximum efficiency.

including haulage and logistics. SNAP, Europe’s leading smart

payment solutions provider for lorry drivers and fleet operators, has

Recognition of needs technology

revealed the potentially game-changing automated technologies that

Smarter still, automatic recognition of needs technology – combining analytics

could help to overcome the challenges of a diminished workforce.

and data tracking – will notify truck parks of the services required for each driver; for example, charging, engine maintenance, cleaning, or driver rest. This

Getting under the bonnet of an automated future, SNAP has

will create a tailored experience for each driver that streamlines each visit.

conceptualised Truck Park 2049 – illustrating how new capabilities and efficiencies could be created in haulage to ease the demand on drivers.

We are already witnessing the rapid acceleration of automation technologies. Rather than replacing human jobs, we believe that these

Without knowing when the pandemic will end, or how much longer

developments will assist in the efficient delivery of work and reduce

businesses will have to endure the current shortages, automation and

the time and resources required for operational tasks, thus allowing

digitisation have a bigger role to play than ever before. Doing more with

staff members to optimise their workloads. This will help to ease the

less could be an ongoing battle for businesses, so by highlighting some

pressure caused by staff shortages. In the haulage industry specifically,

of the exciting and progressive technologies that are being developed,

this will assist in securing and speeding up supply chains and aiding the

we’re helping to paint a picture of how this could be achieved within

smooth running of all the businesses we serve.

the haulage industry; a sector at the heart of the British economy.

Emma Westwood, Commercial Manager, SNAP

SNAP Account's smart payment system for truck parks is just one example of automated technology that is already making a difference

Self-driving trucks

to the haulage industry by allowing fleet operators to digitally manage

SNAP predicts that advances in automation will make it much easier

their businesses more efficiently, safely and effectively.

to multitask at truck parks. Upon arrival, drivers will be able to leave their self-driving trucks. Artificial intelligence will then guide the trucks

Now is the perfect time to look ahead and see how automated

through services before parking in a designated spot, ready for the

technologies can be harnessed to assist businesses in their day-to-day

drivers to collect. This will free up drivers to eat, rest or perform other

operations and with their long-term growth plans. Truck Park 2049

jobs, allowing them to use their time more efficiently.

encapsulates what an automated future could look like and how it could benefit fleets and drivers.

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It has been an historic fiscal year for the Ocean Freight

Forwarding function continues to grow and

sector that began with the Ever Given incident and has

develop with key new appointments.

concertinaed through unprecedented cost increases allied to the deepest levels of congestion and delay the

The appointments of a new Head of Air Freight Forwarding

market has ever seen. The volatility within the market

and new Head of Ocean Freight Forwarding is delivering

has driven a significant degree of inefficiency with forced

both vision and direction to Yusen’s International Freight

rehandling of shipment files. Our priorities have been

Forwarding function.

protecting our customer’s and ensuring seasonal or timecritical cargoes get to right place, on time. However,

With an extensive Air Freight Forwarding career spanning

whilst challenging, it has also been a great period of

more than 30 years, Paul Simmonds who joined YLUK

creativity for Yusen, with the introduction of sea/rail and

in July 2019 as a Branch Manager was appointment as

charter services to ensure we meet our objectives, and

Head of Air Freight Forwarding and is already delivering

those of our customers. We have also been investing in

a significant strategy shift. Currently overseeing the

our digital pathway to facilitate improved, more efficient

installation of Yusen’s new 15–25-degree storage facility

tools to enhance and enrich our customer experience.

at Heathrow Paul is setting a new strategy which will see utilisation of e-services with airlines through Web Cargo.

The ocean market is a significant contributor to global pollution and is responsible for over 18% of Nitrogen

2021 presented unprecedented market conditions driven

Oxide pollution and nearly 10% of global Sulphur Oxide

by the pandemic within the Ocean Freight Forwarding arena,

pollution. The IMO2020 regulations set about the

which required a delicate balancing act to manage customer

beginnings of targeting shipping lines to burn much lower

demand, limited capacity and spiralling ocean freight rates.

Sulphur content fuels, however, there is still much more

The situation is beginning to improve as carriers are starting

to do in this field.

to increase capacity back into the market, and we are preparing by increasing our EDI connectivity with suppliers

Pete added, I’m very proud to be part of an organisation

and hauliers and developing our consolidation services by

that places such a high level of focus on environmental

adding new fixed departures.

initiatives, in fact this is embedded into our company mission. The group are leading the way toward achieving

Pete Bagnall has been pivotal to the growth of Yusen’s

zero emission hydrogen powered ocean voyage which

journey from a fledgeling business in 2001 to the

will be trialled for passenger class vessels in the coming

significant business Yusen Logistics has today. Pete’s

18 months and of course has huge potential for changing

recent appointment as Head of Ocean Freight has already

the face of cellular vessels into the future.

delivered positive changes.

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One of Yusen’s key strengths we are 'large enough to support, and

mass to reduce empty running across all supply chains. This is

small enough to care.' The business is one of the top 10 global ocean

not something you can ‘out-source’. Our customers can expect to

forwarders. We have a 95% owned network, leveraging nearly 1M

see improved visibility and carrier selection options through the

TEU per annum however, we also offer bespoke and specialised

Yusen suite of Transport Management tools. We are also making

services which we believe makes us truly unique in the market.

great strides to reduce emissions through multi-leg strategies across all subcontracted supply chains and further joint investments with

Yusen’s International Freight Forwarding (IFF) function is further

strategic carrier partners.

strengthened by the development of Yusen’s land transport and customs brokerage services, providing full end to end freight

Yusen’s customs brokerage function has also seen a significant

forwarding services all supported by Yusen’s global network.

development following the introduction of a suite of services to cater for customer needs, from trade compliance, advisory services,

Matt Sweet’s appointment as Head of Carrier Management and

to comprehensive brokerage execution services. Yusen’s customs

Procurement brings together the Yusen’s Asset Light Logistics

brokerage services are led by Sharon Murrel, Head of Customs

business. Since joining Yusen in 2019, Matt has established himself

Compliance who joined Yusen in 1998, and has been instrumental

with an impressive track record and has made a material change

in transforming the service to deliver significant growth during the

to the maturity of Yusen’s procurement and supplier management

Brexit transition.

capabilities. Matt’s vision is delivering market-leading best practice in external supplier management for Yusen’s customers.

Sharon outlines how Yusen have managed to maintain high levels of service throughout the Brexit transition and future plans for

Matt explains the recent challenges faced and plans for tackling

Customers Brokerage.

future industry challenges: Phase 1 of Brexit saw changes to legislations and authorisations We have seen unprecedented volatility in the market and land

and throughout the Brexit transition we have worked closely with

freight rates, especially domestic UK which rocketed during the

our customers to help them prepare for the next phases of Brexit.

summer months. We immediately deployed an SRM approach

In January phases 2 and 3 of Brexit will see additional Border

drawing on existing relationships to ensure we provided carriers

Controls being applied at the UK ports, adding additional pressure

with commitment, stability and security of supply. The result

to the supply chain. Increased communication is necessary for quick

was that we have continued to deliver on service expectations

turnarounds of clearances to avoid vehicle delays at the ports of

throughout. We have now moved the capacity commitment model

exit and our teams have been training in preparation for ‘CDS’ the

forward with all carriers to ensure a 3 way arrangement to protect

New Customs Declaration Service which replaces HMRC’s current

all parties. 2022 will present several challenges and opportunities

system ‘CHIEF’ and goes live in mid-2022.

in the land freight sector; notably the EU Mobility package which will kick-in from February. Our ambition remains focused on being

Yusen’s culture of continuous improvement drives the development

one of 'the preferred supply chain companies on the globe.' We

of new initiatives, supported by automated systems to streamline

will also be focused on maintaining the strong momentum we

and automate our processes to cope with increased capacity across

have created with sustainable operations with our Land Freight

all sectors of our suite of services and are highly confident this will

carriers to support future investments in zero emissions vehicles.

continue to deliver high levels of service.

This starts with sustainable planning and using Yusen’s critical

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FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

IMPORT CLERK / SEA FREIGHT

ALISPED

WHERE

HARLOW, ESSEX, UK

RESPONSIBILITY

BENEFITS + PERKS:

• Looking after jobs start to finish

• 20 days holiday + bank holidays

• Arranging customs clearance and deliveries on arrival in UK

• Private Healthcare plan

• Liaising with shipping lines / Hauliers

• Company pension

• Liaising with suppliers / customers for bookings

After three-month probation completed...

• Company sick pay

EXPERIENCE

• Long term career opportunity

• Good communication skills

Salary: £22,000–£25,000 (DOE)

• Ideally 1-2 years but full training will be provided • Basic understanding of Microsoft applications • Knowledge of Boxtop/Descartes an advantage

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

FEATURED POSITION WHAT

TRAFFIC PLANNER

NORMAN GLOBAL HEATHROW, UK

WHO

WHERE

RESPONSIBILITIES

BENEFITS & PERKS

• IT literate – Good at learning new systems

the candidate can build on once certain service milestones are reached.

• Arranging drivers runs for a fleet of 4 vehicles

The holiday package starts at standard 20 days + bank holidays; it is something

• Arranging dedicated deliveries • Organising overnight deliveries on subcontracted transport

Full time: position 37.5 hrs per week.

• Arranging agency drivers

Hours: 09.00 to 17.30 – 1 hour for lunch

• Communicating internally and externally

Salary: £25,000 +/- DOE

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

BARRON WOOD DISTRIBUTION

WHERE

PRESTON, UK

Salary: £45,000 - £100,000 (DOE)

The role will be home based with the requirement to attend our Preston office, and will involve UK & international travel.

Barron Wood Distribution is a family business, providing road transport solutions for our customers throughout the UK & Europe. We have an opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join

BENEFITS

• Excellent starting salary with scope to increase earnings

our International division, selling import, export and cross-border road

• Unlimited career prospects

freight services. Responsibilities will include...

• Car allowance • Company pension

• Managing all aspects of the sales process from identifying sales leads

• Up to 25 days holiday

to implementing new customer contracts • Working with the existing management structure to develop a sales & marketing strategy for the European road business • Undertaking appropriate marketing activity to support the sales strategy • Responding to tender requests & providing quotations

COMPANY PROFILE

Barron Wood is a privately owned company established for over 25 years providing road transport solutions to a wide range of customers.

Currently the company moves over 900 loads every day within the UK & Europe, having experienced consistent growth for the last two decades.

• Site visits & presentations to new customers • Account management of key customers

Our Family values are very important to us and at the heart of our

• Working with the operations team to identify sales opportunities

company and as we have grown, we have made sure that these remain in our core.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE • Excellent communication & presentation skills

• A proven track record of winning new business in the European

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

road freight sector • Database of potential sales leads • Minimum 5 years’ experience in European road freight sales roles

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FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO

EXPORT OPERATOR

DAYGARD

WHERE

THURROCK, UK

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Candidate (once settled) will look after one of our trade lanes

• Ideally to have previous experience with consols

• Working with a busy team of 7 on exports, who are developing

• Must have knowledge in AMS/ ACI/ NES and ISF / groupage containers

solely, from start to finish our trades weekly

• Ideally to have looked after removal customers as well as

• Liaising with our back office on documentation/bookings

freight forwarders / commercial • Able to liaise with our sales team and accounts on necessary

At Daygard we are a developing and busy company who have been

matters, with the confidence and accuracy to ensure details

increasing volumes/ trades on both imports and exports yearly. Overall

in the system are correct

we have a team of around 55 people, 2 warehouses with plans to expand the company in the near future.

Salary up to £30K subject to experience.

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

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IMPORT OPERATOR

GRAVITAS WORLDWIDE BASILDON, ESSEX, UK MINIMUM 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE

WHO

WHERE

• Responsible for day-to-day managements of all clients

• Obtaining customs documentation and liaising with customs team

• Seafreight import administrative requirements

• Use of Destin8/ CNS

• Liaising with overseas agents

• Shipping line releases

• Providing Notice of Arrivals and invoices to clients

• CargoWise knowledge advantageous

• Liaising with clients, providing updates on shipments Salary £30k max

• Customer service • Booking deliveries with clients and external hauliers

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

• Passing supplier invoices

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

GBA SERVICES

WHERE

WORKING FROM HOME

Competitive + bonus + company car/allowance

• To monitor new business until sales manager is satisfied

39 hours per week

• Responsible of all sales related administration and accounting

GBA Services is a family business, providing logistic solutions for our

At GBA we pride ourselves on the service we deliver to our internal

customers whether that be by road, sea, or air. With over 30 years

and external customers, so it is important you have a positive and polite

of experience in the sector, we are located in 16 sites throughout the

manner along with excellent customer service and communication

UK and Europe and we are currently looking for experienced Business

skills. This is an exciting and challenging role and you will need to be

Development Manager to join GBA Sales Team!

able to multitask, prioritise your own workload and communicate in a professional way.

THE ROLE Your main responsibility will be to drive profitable New Business Development focusing on the GBA Freight Services Business Unit with emphasis on UK and Cross Channel FTL. The role is fully remote with

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • 2–3 years experience in a similar role within transport solutions, ideally freight services

all the team meetings done over Teams.

SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL DO:

WHAT WE CAN OFFER: • Long term career with a stable market leader

• Providing weekly report on current business and sales pipeline

• Competitive salary/bonus/company car

• Attend client visits as required

• Professional development

• Responsible for Client retention

• Company pension

• To understand and implement the GBA Pricing Structure

• Holiday loyalty scheme

• Prepare and host GBA Sales presentations and able to effectively

• Company health care scheme

present to the highest standard

• Company sick pay

• Develop relationships with Business Units Manager as well as the depot manager to understand current capabilities and future intentions

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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)

luke@freightsolutions.com • Flexible working hours • Company pension

• Excellent commission struc.

• 20 days holiday plus Bank hols

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LOGISTICS ACCOUNT MANAGER

GBA SERVICES

WHERE

PRESTON, UK

SALARY: £competitive

At GBA we pride ourselves on the service we deliver to our internal

HOURS: 39 per week

and external customers, so it is important you have a positive and polite manner along with excellent customer service and communication skills.

GBA Services is a family business, providing logistic solutions for our customers whether that be by road, sea or air. We are currently located

This role is customer facing, so you must have the ability to build

in 16 sites throughout the UK and Europe and we are currently looking

relationships and adapt change effectively.

for a process driven Customer Account Manger with domestic haulage experience to join our Head Office in Hesketh Bank, Preston.

This is an exciting and challenging role and you will need to be able to multitask, prioritise your own workload and communicate in a

THE PERSON

professional way. We use a range of Microsoft products throughout the business, so a good working knowledge is definitely an advantage.

You will have previous exposure to Transport Planning, ideally within Full Trailer Load/Freight Forwarding divisions and good knowledge of drivers' hours legislation as well as proven track record in providing excellent service to customers with varied transport/distribution needs.

WHAT YOU WILL GET • Long term career with a stable market leader • Company pension

SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL DO

• Holiday loyalty scheme

• Planning of drivers on daily routes on our regular contracts.

• Company sick pay

• Company health care scheme

• Liaising with drivers to relay information back to our customers.

• Running existing contracts to a very high standard giving the best possible customer service.

HOW TO APPLY Please apply on

• Using our own transport system to send information to the drivers running and using the system to update all customer information

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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 • • • • •

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

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

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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

• Receive inbound calls from within the branch's client base 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 For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com

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

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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

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 • • •

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

• • • •

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.

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SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS SPECIALIST DEKALB, ILLINOIS, US $ COMPETITIVE

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

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MT. JULIET, TENNESSEE, US $ COMPETITIVE

Overview

Overview

•

WAREHOUSE WORKER

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.

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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

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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...

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 •

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To find out more, please contact... jeremy@headfordgroup.com • +1 (646) 933 1264

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OCEAN IMPORT AGENT

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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

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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

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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.

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Over the past five years I have been working as an

into freight recruitment, where I hope the background knowledge will only benefit me and my colleagues.

Import & Export Ocean Operator. I started my career at Kuehne+Nagel as an apprentice on the export team and after only a year I was pushed to become a full-

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I was born in Bristol and have lived here all my life.

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I am optimistic and enjoy helping others where I can.

My career is a big part of my life; it's my main focus and it will be for many years to come. Sport takes up a lot

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The site presented a tremendous redevelopment opportunity of a

industrial redevelopment site in Corona (Riverside County),

large piece of land in an infill location with considerable barriers to entry

California. A partnership between Link Logistics and Western

together with a strategic location directly at the Interstate-15 and SR-91

Realco acquired the property located at 1375 Magnolia Avenue in the

Highway interchange, providing exceptional accessibility and visibility.

renowned Inland Empire from McWane, Inc., one of the world’s largest

Additional advantages include its convenient logistical location 50 miles

manufacturers of iron waterworks and plumbing products, on a land

from the LA/Long Beach Port Complex and 10 miles from Ontario

basis with plans to redevelop the site.

International Airport. Demand for high quality industrial product remains robust in Greater Los Angeles, and particularly the Inland

While official plans have yet to be revealed, Cushman & Wakefield

Empire, while supply remains very constrained. The redevelopment of

marketed the site as a redevelopment opportunity with the potential

this property is greatly needed to best cater to the modern space and

to build two brand new, Class A industrial buildings totaling more

functionality needs of industrial users.

than 300,000 square feet of warehouse space. The property currently

Jeff Chiate, Vice Chairman, Cushman & Wakefield

consists of multiple older industrial structures originally built in the mid-1900s that would be demolished.

One of the top logistical locations in Southern California, this property is ideal for e-commerce distribution with more than 10 million

Jeff Chiate, Mike Adey and Brad Brandenburg of Cushman &

residents within a 60-mile radius,” added. “The rise of e-commerce

Wakefield’s National Industrial Advisory Group represented the seller

is altering demand for industrial real estate. Same day and next day

in the transaction. Local market advisory was provided by Cushman &

delivery expectations are increasing demand for warehouses closer to

Wakefield’s Rick Ellison, SIOR and Brett Lockwood, who will also be

customers. Corona is uniquely positioned to benefit from this trend.

responsible for the leasing of the new project.

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ASSET ACQUISITION OF VTG TANKTAINER’S OVERSEAS ACTIVITIES

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purchase of the overseas ISO tank containers, personnel, and customer contracts of VTG Tanktainer GmbH, a subsidiary of VTG Aktiengesellschaft (VTG).

Suttons International Limited is part of the family-owned Suttons Group, a leading UK and global logistics business providing end-to-end solutions and services to the bulk liquid, gases and powders sectors.

This acquisition catapults Suttons into the list of the top 10 global tank container operators, and opens up new markets such as South America.

This is a major step in our strategy to grow our international operations,

Integration of the two operations has included joint customer visits,

and to improve the value we offer to our customers through improved

updated agency agreements, transfer of all relevant assets, discussions

scale, increased flexibility and additional geographic coverage.

with suppliers, IT systems implementation and training for the team.

John Sutton, Managing Director,

Logistics planning is now using the larger network, so existing and new

Suttons International Limited & CEO, Suttons Group

Suttons customers will immediately start to see the benefits.

Relevant VTG staff have been transferred to Suttons international.

We are delighted to welcome our new colleagues transferring across from VTG. In fact, because of the scale of the new business, we are already recruiting additional positions to join us. That is all part of our commitment to growing Suttons International and providing our customers with an exemplary service.

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SIEMENS DONATES FACEMASKS TO CHARITIES 6 JANUARY 2022

WITH BRAMMER BUCK& HICKMAN’S SUPPORT

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iemens, working in conjunction with Brammer Buck & Hickman, the UK’s leading supplier of industrial maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and services, has donated

protective facemasks to two overseas charities.

The facemasks were ordered by Siemens through Brammer Buck & Hickman – Siemens’ preferred supplier – at the start of the COVID-19 outbreak, as one of a number of measures to keep their staff safe. The masks were welcomed and used by Siemens’ factory staff and those deemed critical workers – including hospital maintenance and those working within power stations. However, with government rules and advice in 2020 regularly changing to reflect the shifting nature of the pandemic, the demand for disposal facemasks was considerably reduced.

Rather than retain these facemasks, Siemens has donated them to two excellent charities for use overseas: Collective Aid and Medaid UK.

Our top priority at the start of this pandemic was to maintain the safety of our staff. We understood that facemasks had a role to play

Collective Aid is committed to bringing dignity and care to refugees and

in this, but PPE was becoming difficult to obtain. We partnered with

other displaced people across Europe. Its mission is to fill the gaps left by

Brammer Buck & Hickman during the pandemic for our PPE needs

other aid actors. The facemasks donated by Siemens will be sent to Calais

as they are a tried and trusted partner for us. Brammer Buck &

for use by Collective Aid’s team to protect the vulnerable populations it

Hickmansuccessfully sourced the facemasks we wanted and a large

distributes to, who do not have sufficient access to basic healthcare. To

number have been put to good use within Siemens. With the remaining

donate to Collective Aid’s Emergency Winter Appeal, click here.

facemasks, we decided that rather than holding on to them, we could put them to use where they are needed most. Brammer Buck &

Medaid provides sustainable medical solutions, advice and training for

Hickman kindly investigated suitable options and we are pleased to see

those working in low to middle income countries, to make healthcare

the facemasks will now go to people who are in most need of them,

safe and accessible to all. It specialises in optimising donated equipment

via two admirable charities. This has been a joint effort between our

to achieve the best possible results. A current project in Northern

two companies to achieve something positive in very trying times.

Uganda will be benefitting from the Siemens donated facemasks.

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GIVING BACK NEWS 17 JANUARY 2022

HOW TO

SWITCH YOUR HGV FLEET TO NATURAL GAS IT’S EASIER THAN YOU THINK

L

eading industry trade body, the Gas Vehicle Network, GVN,

fuel is growing rapidly in this sector. In 2020, 93% of the total gas fuel

today launches a short video showing how easy it is to make

dispensed for HGVs was in fact renewable biomethane. The latest

the switch to gas as a transport fuel, the opportunity for road

Government’s Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation [RTFO] stats

haulage, and highlighting that substantial fuel cost savings possible-up to

show that biomethane used in HGVs was up from 80% in 2019, an

£25-30,000 per year. Isaac Occhipinti, Head of External Affairs for the

increase of over 16% in a year. This also follows a 78% increase in sales of

Gas Vehicle Network had this to say...

renewable gas as a transport fuel during 2020. By switching from diesel to renewable biomethane gas, fleet operators could see savings of up

There is so much information out there for fleet operators to trawl

to £29,000 per year, approximately 52%. In addition, with biomethane,

through, and the decarbonisation landscape can be overwhelming.

net CO2 emissions could be cut by over 84%. Not only is biomethane

We wanted a simple way to show how easy it is to make the switch.

reducing carbon emissions today it is also capable of transporting the

Featuring leading truck manufacturer brands; Volvo, Scania and Iveco,

UK to Net Zero 2050. It is becoming increasingly clear that biomethane

The GVN video explains the journey towards a greener future by making

as a transport fuel can, and will deliver substantial financial and carbon

the switch from diesel to renewable biomethane gas in three simple

savings for fleet managers and Government as they adopt low carbon,

steps. Industry statistics show that use of biomethane as a transport

renewable gas powered heavy vehicle transport.

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LOGISTICS UK COMMENTS ON THE

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ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE MAYOR FOR LONDON

ogistics UK fully supports the Mayor for London's environmental

boundary charge and further clean air charges – as proposed in the

aims and the need to take action on air quality. The sector has

announcement – will place additional stress on industry, which already

already made huge strides towards a Net Zero future, with

operates on small margins of between one and three per cent. Logistics

70% of HGVs currently meeting Euro 6. Today’s announcement raises

UK is keen to see greater detail on the consultation proposals; any new

concerns regarding potential additional costs to logistics businesses

measures introduced must be proportionate, achievable and ensure that

that are already facing recent increased charges as a result of the

logistics businesses can continue to deliver for the capital, its residents

higher congestion charge and higher Penalty Charge Notice (PCN)

and its workforce.

costs recently introduced on London’s red routes. A Greater London

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Thanks to your support, we are helping communities to combat COVID-19 in sub-Saharan Africa.

In Uganda, we have provided advice, cab sanitisation materials and PPE to keep HGV drivers safe, reduce transmission rates and build community confidence in the logistics sector.

In Zambia we have expanded our MAMaZ against Malaria at Scale programme to help rural communities protect 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.

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US TRANSFORM LIVES ACROSS AFRICA IN 2021 WE COULDN’T HAVE ACHIEVED ALL THIS WITHOUT OUR WONDERFUL CORPORATE MEMBERS, PARTNERS AND FUNDRAISERS.

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.

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