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Total Movements, member to the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) in India, managed a demanding Port to Door movement which was safely executed considering the critical cargo dimensions (having a diameter of about 18m) from India up to the project site in UAE.

A spokesperson for the company explained: “Loading the ODCs weighing 615 ton and 361 ton plus its accessories onto the vessel at the load port in India, shipping from India to UAE, unloading and discharging the ODCs onto the barge, barging to the jetty near the project site, rolling off and transporting to the project site was all our scope of work.

The major highlights of this project involved:Owing to the cargo’s critical dimensions, a thorough inspection and technical study was done to plan the entire transportation scheme; Sourcing a suitable vessel capable of loading such large pieces within the tight laycan; Arrangement of suitable approved Barges and Tugs at UAE for safe receipt of the Cargo; Co-ordination with multiple authorities in UAE to accomplish the operation; Execution of Contingency plans to mitigate cyclonic weather conditions.

24/7 coordination, multiple technical iterations, advance and meticulous planning, plus our engineering team’s expertise ensured the safe and timely delivery of the cargo to the project site.”

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Baltrader Capital GmbH & Co. KG, Hamburg, and Norsepower, the leading global provider of auxiliary wind propulsion systems, have signed a contract concerning the delivery of one 24m x 4m sized Norsepower Rotor Sail in summer 2024.

The product will be fitted on the newest cement carrier of the Baltrader fleet, M/V CEMCOMMANDER. It is going to be delivered from Jiangsu Zhenjiang Shipyard (Group) Co. Ltd. and ecological ship design was made by SDC Ship Design & Consultants GmbH, Hamburg.

The Norsepower Rotor Sail is a radically modernised version of the Flettner Rotor. It uses the ship’s electric power to actively rotate the cylinder-shaped rotor on the deck, producing powerful thrust. The product meets the funding objectives by saving fuel and thus enabling emission reductions of up to 14 percent. Wind-assisted propulsion systems like Norsepower Rotor Sail make a direct contribution to climate protection on the way to carbon-neutral shipping.

M/V CEMCOMMANDER will fly a European flag and shall be commercially operated by Baltrader Schifffahrtsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG. In charge of the vessel’s technical management is BRISE Bereederungs GmbH & Co. KG, which is acting as technical manager for the whole Baltrader fleet. The wind propulsion system will be classified by Bureau Veritas and the ship will get the WPS2 class notation.

The installation of the Norsepower Rotor Sail is supported by the funding Directive “Sustainable Modernisation of Coastal Vessels” (NaMKü) of the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport. This Directive supports measures to improve the energy efficiency of coastal vessels.

Kai-Erik Clemmesen, the Managing Director of Baltrader / BRISE, commented: “We are looking forward to seeing our latest newbuilding being fitted with a Norsepower Rotor Sail. This proven technology will help to make a fuel-efficient state-of-the-art cement carrier even more economical and environmentally friendly. We thank Norsepower for the good cooperation to let this project become a reality.”

Tuomas Riski, the CEO of Norsepower, commented: “We welcome Baltrader as our new customer! With the data collected and verified from eight ships already, Norsepower can guarantee that the performance criteria of the funding directive of NaMKü will be met. The Norsepower Rotor Sails will help to reduce the carbon footprint of the supply chain of the cement sector.”

Jukka Kuuskoski, the Chief Customer Operations Officer of Norsepower, added: “We are very happy to support the decarbonisation of Baltrader operations with the innovative Norsepower Rotor Sail installation on the M/V CEMCOMMANDER. We appreciate the dedication and excellent cooperation spirit of the Baltrader / Brise team and look forward to the installation of their first unit.”

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PLA are introducing MGLOG INTERNATIONAL representing Bolivia, as the latest member of the Project Logistics Alliance community.

Established in Bolivia, MGLOG offers a diverse range of innovative solutions both domestically and internationally, establishing a strong presence in the region as a comprehensive logistics service provider. Committed to upholding exceptional quality, MGLOG caters to the dynamic needs of clients in fast-paced industries, delivering specialized services no matter the complexity.

With a proficient team well-versed in the intricacies and challenges of industrial projects, MGLOG excels in providing meticulous planning and preparation, prioritizing high-level safety. They offer extensive services catering to project cargo and oversized loads across various sectors such as industrial, construction, and infrastructure.

Key Services:Project Logistics – Industrial, heavy, or specialized loads for the Industrial, Construction, and Infrastructure sectors; Full Project Lifecycle; Feasibility Studies; Machinery and Equipment Unloading and Assembly Services; Sea Freight; Air Freight; Road Freight; Door-to-Door Services; Multimodal Solutions; Customs Management at Origin and Final Destination; Port Services.

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With limited access to installation site, Sarens developed and executed a customised engineering solution to install Chevêtre P1 in France.

In the heart of Autreville-sur-Moselle, next to the Moselle River, a remarkable engineering feat was executed by Sarens for our client Baudin Chateauneuf.

The meticulous planning phase addressed specific challenges head-on:The project necessitated the installation of Chevêtre P1 during a tight timeframe where the Moselle was completely closed for six hours; Moreover, the team had to create a solution with a barge with a capacity of 290T to accommodate Chevêtre P1 and fit between Piles P1, posing a unique challenge.

To address these challenges, specialised equipment comprising of Sarens Modular Barges (SMBs), SPMTs, Ballast Pumps BE200, and Hydraulic Winches were deployed. Each equipment was selected to ensure efficiency, safety, and precision. The choice of equipment was driven by the need to maintain barge stability during load-out and installation, a critical consideration in such intricate projects.

All equipment was transported to the site via trucks, with barge materials sourced from the yard in Ghent and additional materials from the yard in Wolvertem. Mobilisation was done through 33 trucks and took one week. The assembly of equipment, including SMBs, SPMTs, winches, and pumps, took two weeks. Despite challenges such as the absence of a proper quayside, the team overcame obstacles with innovative solutions, ensuring successful coupling and installation.

The Chevêtre P1 weighed 290T and measured 3.2m in height, 35.5m in length, and 4.9m in width. The lift demanded precise planning and execution. With only a six-hour window due to the canal closure, time was of the essence.

Transport and loadout with SPMTs and installation with barge and winches posed significant challenges. The crane, stationed at the job site for three weeks, navigated through unique logistical challenges, including the presence of high-voltage electricity cables. However, a dedicated team of seven personnel, including supervisors and operators, ensured smooth operations throughout. While weather conditions remained favorable, the team remained vigilant, consistently monitoring water velocity to maintain safety standards. Their expertise and precision were instrumental in the successful completion of the lift.

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Ceekay Shipping, our members from Malaysia, are glad to report on a shipment to the Middle-East they recently completed.

The projects team from Ceekay Shipping transported seven units of cable reels, weighing a total of 300 MT.

“This delivery started locally in Malaysia from the shipper’s door, before being transported overseas to the Middle-East for our customer.”

A combination of 6 x 40′ flat racks and two breakbulk vessels were used for transport with Ceekay Shipping covering on-board vessel operations.

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In today’s fiercely competitive business environment, the efficient operation of the supply chain is crucial.

With customers’ growing demands for speed and service levels, businesses are increasingly relying on professional logistics partners, making the roles of 3PL, 4PL, and 5PL providers more prominent.

In today’s fiercely competitive business environment, the efficient operation of the supply chain is crucial for the success of enterprises. With the ever-increasing demands of customers for speed and service levels, businesses are increasingly relying on professional logistics partners. The roles of third-party logistics providers (3PL), fourth-party logistics providers (4PL), and fifth-party logistics providers (5PL) become increasingly prominent in this context.

3PL provides warehousing and fulfillment services, utilizing its extensive warehouse network to offer advanced technology and real-time tracking systems for businesses.

Thus, 3PL plays a crucial role in logistics. Outsourcing to 3PL can help businesses fully leverage transportation capabilities, establish an efficient distribution network, ultimately enhance customer satisfaction, and reduce operating costs to address the constantly changing market demands.

The advent of 4PL means that businesses can achieve more integrated supply chain management. By integrating internal and external resources, 4PL provides comprehensive supply chain solutions, covering storage, transportation, and supplier management.

4PL goes further in logistics, providing comprehensive supply chain solutions. Outsourcing to 4PL, by integrating their organization’s resources, capabilities, and technology, in collaboration with other complementary service providers, achieves integrated supply chain management. This relieves the administrative burden on businesses and improves overall operational efficiency.

5PL focuses on technological intelligence, providing intelligent logistics solutions through big data and advanced technology. By coordinating with 3PL and 4PL providers, 5PL achieves comprehensive optimization of the supply chain, including demand forecasting, inventory visualization, and supply chain visibility.

With the continuous development of technology, 5PL stands out in logistics with its powerful advantages. Outsourcing to 5PL means more efficient and precise operations, fully utilizing technology and big data, and finely managing the logistics network, especially in the e-commerce sector, to obtain efficient logistics solutions. This enables comprehensive optimization of the supply chain.

On these three levels, SEKO-BANSARD, as a professional logistics partner, contributes to enhancing the efficiency of enterprises’ supply chains through its specialization and innovation. By outsourcing logistics operations, businesses can allocate more resources to their core activities, while SEKO-BANSARD is committed to providing sustainable, efficient, and flexible logistics solutions for mutual success.

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It is a pleasure to announce that Höegh Autoliners will be sponsoring the Norwegian Rowing Federation.

They will be supporting the athletes and the federation towards the Olympics and Paralympics in Paris this coming summer and will be onboard after the Games in France towards the 2028 Olympics.

Although the sizes of their vessels are incomparable to say the least, rowing is very compatible with the Höegh Autoliners’ values.

Both the federation and their world-class athletes fighting for silverware share their passion for clean oceans and spending time on the water. And the partnership signifies yet another dedication to a cleaner, more sustainable maritime environment – and a pledge to safeguard the seas they traverse.

Sailing for sustainability is not just something they say. It is a way of being. And one they have in common with the rowers. And their federation.

Hoegh are pleased to be able to support the Norwegian Rowing Federation and they wish them all the best in their build up to and at the Olympic Games in the summer.

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