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DEME’s Ivory Coast project champions turtle conservation

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DEME is actively involved in a noteworthy project in Grand Lahou, Ivory Coast.

The project focuses on dredging and coastal protection works that are aimed at stabilizing the sand barrier situated between the Tagba Lagoon and the ocean. This initiative is crucial for safeguarding Grand Lahou’s vulnerable shoreline against coastal erosion, flooding, and increased rainfall.

As part of the Grand Lahou project, DEME has established a turtle protection program that will help to safeguard the local turtle population and it includes creating a hatchery for turtle eggs. The Marine Turtle Protection Program has been implemented in collaboration with the NGO SOS Dassioko and it focuses on protecting marine turtle nests and adult turtles. Ten young individuals from nearby villages have been trained as eco-guards to monitor and protect turtle nesting sites.

A secure hatchery has been established on Lahou-Kpanda beach to safely incubate relocated turtle eggs and the hatchery has been enclosed to ensure optimal conditions and the safety of the eggs.

Awareness campaigns have been conducted in Lahou-Kpanda and Braffédon, which have led to increased community involvement in turtle protection efforts. These campaigns were designed to inform the local communities about the reduction of certain species of turtle, discuss the causes of this decline, and highlight the benefits of protecting marine turtles. The positive response of the communities involved and their active participation have been crucial to the success of the program.

This program is an integral part of DEME’s commitment to environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation. By stabilizing the sand barrier between the Tagba Lagoon and the ocean, DEME is not only protecting the shoreline from erosion and flooding but also creating a safer habitat for the turtles.

 
 

DEME is actively involved in a noteworthy project in Grand Lahou, Ivory Coast.

The project focuses on dredging and coastal protection works that are aimed at stabilizing the sand barrier situated between the Tagba Lagoon and the ocean. This initiative is crucial for safeguarding Grand Lahou’s vulnerable shoreline against coastal erosion, flooding, and increased rainfall.

As part of the Grand Lahou project, DEME has established a turtle protection program that will help to safeguard the local turtle population and it includes creating a hatchery for turtle eggs. The Marine Turtle Protection Program has been implemented in collaboration with the NGO SOS Dassioko and it focuses on protecting marine turtle nests and adult turtles. Ten young individuals from nearby villages have been trained as eco-guards to monitor and protect turtle nesting sites.

A secure hatchery has been established on Lahou-Kpanda beach to safely incubate relocated turtle eggs and the hatchery has been enclosed to ensure optimal conditions and the safety of the eggs.

Awareness campaigns have been conducted in Lahou-Kpanda and Braffédon, which have led to increased community involvement in turtle protection efforts. These campaigns were designed to inform the local communities about the reduction of certain species of turtle, discuss the causes of this decline, and highlight the benefits of protecting marine turtles. The positive response of the communities involved and their active participation have been crucial to the success of the program.

This program is an integral part of DEME’s commitment to environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation. By stabilizing the sand barrier between the Tagba Lagoon and the ocean, DEME is not only protecting the shoreline from erosion and flooding but also creating a safer habitat for the turtles.

 
 

11 February 2025 |

EXG delivers oversized Cold Boxes

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Express Global Logistics (EXG), member to the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) in India, has successfully executed a complex logistics project, delivering heavy lift Cold Boxes and associated accessories.

This critical multimodal project showcased EXG’s prowess in managing oversized cargo through a combination of maritime and land transportation routes.

The project cantered around the transportation of 9 packages, featuring four over size Cold Boxes with remarkable dimensions of 33.5 x 4.95 x 4 m. With a total gross weight of 390 ton and a volume of 2,500 FRT, the operation demanded exceptional precision and specialized handling.

The cargo’s journey began at an eastern Chinese port, traversing international waters before reaching western India. From there, the shipment embarked on an extensive 1,500 km inland journey to its final destination in the northern part of India.

To ensure safe and efficient transportation of this extraordinary cargo, EXG mobilized an impressive fleet of specialized equipment consisting of 3 mechanical trailers, 40 hydraulic axles, 3 spacers and 4 pullers. This carefully selected equipment combination proved essential for maintaining cargo integrity throughout the diverse terrain encountered during transit.

The project’s success hinged on significant infrastructure modifications along the transport route. EXG coordinated extensive civil works, including the expansion of toll plaza passages and the modification of sharp turns to accommodate the oversized loads. These preparatory measures were crucial for ensuring unimpeded movement of the cargo.

The transportation of such exceptional cargo required comprehensive coordination with multiple authorities. EXG secured all necessary permits and arranged police escorts across various jurisdictions. This meticulous attention to regulatory compliance and safety protocols enabled smooth interstate movement while minimizing disruption to regular traffic flow.

This successful project delivery reinforces EXG’s position as a leader in complex logistics solutions. By combining strategic planning, cutting-edge equipment, and expert execution, EXG continues to demonstrate its capability in handling challenging transportation projects that require specialized knowledge and innovative approaches.

The seamless completion of this Cold Box delivery project stands as a testament to EXG’s commitment to excellence in project logistics, offering clients reliable solutions for their most demanding transportation requirements.

 
 

Express Global Logistics (EXG), member to the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) in India, has successfully executed a complex logistics project, delivering heavy lift Cold Boxes and associated accessories.

This critical multimodal project showcased EXG’s prowess in managing oversized cargo through a combination of maritime and land transportation routes.

The project cantered around the transportation of 9 packages, featuring four over size Cold Boxes with remarkable dimensions of 33.5 x 4.95 x 4 m. With a total gross weight of 390 ton and a volume of 2,500 FRT, the operation demanded exceptional precision and specialized handling.

The cargo’s journey began at an eastern Chinese port, traversing international waters before reaching western India. From there, the shipment embarked on an extensive 1,500 km inland journey to its final destination in the northern part of India.

To ensure safe and efficient transportation of this extraordinary cargo, EXG mobilized an impressive fleet of specialized equipment consisting of 3 mechanical trailers, 40 hydraulic axles, 3 spacers and 4 pullers. This carefully selected equipment combination proved essential for maintaining cargo integrity throughout the diverse terrain encountered during transit.

The project’s success hinged on significant infrastructure modifications along the transport route. EXG coordinated extensive civil works, including the expansion of toll plaza passages and the modification of sharp turns to accommodate the oversized loads. These preparatory measures were crucial for ensuring unimpeded movement of the cargo.

The transportation of such exceptional cargo required comprehensive coordination with multiple authorities. EXG secured all necessary permits and arranged police escorts across various jurisdictions. This meticulous attention to regulatory compliance and safety protocols enabled smooth interstate movement while minimizing disruption to regular traffic flow.

This successful project delivery reinforces EXG’s position as a leader in complex logistics solutions. By combining strategic planning, cutting-edge equipment, and expert execution, EXG continues to demonstrate its capability in handling challenging transportation projects that require specialized knowledge and innovative approaches.

The seamless completion of this Cold Box delivery project stands as a testament to EXG’s commitment to excellence in project logistics, offering clients reliable solutions for their most demanding transportation requirements.

 
 

11 February 2025 |

Totalmedia Group rebrands as Rhenus Logistics

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Grupo Totalmédia, founded in 1998 in Portugal, will complete its integration into Rhenus on 1 February by fully adopting its brand identity.

This final step formalizes the integration and marks the successful conclusion of the strategic transformation process that began with the majority stake acquisition in January 2024. With this transition, Rhenus is strengthening its coverage of Home Delivery services in the Iberian market and consolidating its position as a global leader in logistics solutions.

With 25 years of experience, Grupo Totalmédia has become a recognised player in the home delivery sector.

Headquartered in Lisbon, with operations in Portugal and Spain, the group has the companies TNB and TTM Entregas ao Domicílio in Portugal, as well as Home Logistics and Sama Logística in Spain. The core business of Grupo Totalmédia is the home delivery of large and bulky items to end customers, offering services such as transport, assembly, packaging, and warehousing. Under the Rhenus brand, the group will continue to operate in the Home Delivery segment, maintaining its focus on customer service and supported by the recognition of a globally recognised brand.

“This transition marks a significant milestone in our journey, reaffirming our commitment to our customers, partners, and employees, while leveraging the synergies and European vision provided by the Rhenus Group. Our goal is to continue being the best local operator, now with the power, experience, and resources of a global leader,” said José Manuel Cruz, Managing Director Portugal of Rhenus Special Delivery.

Rhenus Special Delivery, the Rhenus Group business unit responsible for Home Delivery, is present in fifteen European countries, thirteen with its own networks and a further two through partnerships. As a home delivery specialist, the company handles around seven million shipments annually and is recognised for its continuous innovation and commitment to sustainability.

By adopting the Rhenus Logistics brand, Grupo Totalmédia completes its integration and strengthens the values that have always guided its journey, now fully aligned with Rhenus vision and principles: customer-oriented solutions, commitment to employees, entrepreneurial spirit, integrity, and continuity.

This integration into the Rhenus Logistics brand underlines the Rhenus Group’s ambition to build a stronger and more competitive operation across Europe. The rebranding will also allow the business in Portugal to benefit from a consolidated global network, ensuring even more efficient logistics solutions tailored to the needs of its customers.

Frederico Beck, Managing Director South Europe at Rhenus Special Delivery, stated: “The integration of Grupo Totalmédia into the Rhenus brand is a strong sign of our confidence in the Portuguese market. This transition not only strengthens our position as Europe’s leading home delivery company, but also enables us to deliver greater efficiency, innovation and sustainability through our services. We are excited about the opportunities this journey will bring to our employees, customers, and partners.

 

10 February 2025 |

WALLENIUS SOL acquires Mann Lines

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We are thrilled to announce that WALLENIUS SOL has acquired British Mann Lines.

This strategic move will enable us to offer a broader range of solutions tailored to customer needs. By combining our strengths, we will achieve increased precision and adaptability, along with enhanced local expertise and presence in our key markets.

WALLENIUS SOL, a leading shipping company with the base in the Bay of Bothnia, has acquired Mann Lines, a well-respected provider of liner RoRo and container vessel services, logistics and forwarding. The acquisition reinforces WALLENIUS SOL’s platform for growth, supporting the development of a more sustainable and digitally driven shipping and logistics industry.

“This acquisition, will among other things, result in a larger fleet and an expanded port network stretching from the Baltic countries to North West Europe,” says Elvir Dzanic, CEO, WALLENIUS SOL.

The strategic collaboration unlocks a range of benefits for both current and future customers: Wider service network: Connections with reliable partners in major hub ports extend the service range to Ireland, Spain and beyond.

Improved service reliability: The combination of our routes will enhance service capacity and regularity, ensuring you receive timely deliveries.

More options: Together, WALLENIUS SOL and Mann Lines, can offer a broader range of tailored solutions in container services, logistics and forwarding to meet your evolving needs.

Local expertise: Our teams will work closely together, bringing deeper local knowledge to ensure you receive the best service possible at all times.

Local presence: WALLENIUS SOL will welcome new offices in Estonia, Latvia, and the UK, while increasing its presence in Finland, Germany, and the Benelux.

The highly complementary routes of both companies will indeed improve service capacity and regularity. Furthermore, minimal customer overlap allows WALLENIUS SOL to add approximately 200 new clients to its existing base of business.

Bill Binks, former CEO of Mann Lines and new Vice President WS South at WALLENIUS SOL, expressed enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to embark on this journey together, as we unite our expertise and resources. Being under WALLENIUS SOL leadership will unlock new opportunities for our colleagues and customers, bringing tangible benefits to the Northern European market.”

This collaboration will also increase our ability to service customers with a state-of-the-art fleet. This includes the upcoming delivery of a new RoRo vessel, with a proven efficient design for hull and propulsion, aimed at reducing emissions.

Both companies will work closely to ensure a seamless transition for employees, customers, and partners. The brand of Mann Lines Logistics will be used to further expand the logistics services for the joint business.

“The integration of services will enhance our expertise, broaden our offerings and foster thriving partnerships. With Mann Lines Logistics’ knowledge and years of experience operating container services in Northern Europe, we are well-equipped to deliver even greater value to the industries and communities we serve,” says Elvir Dzanic.

10 February 2025 |

stow Group to reaffirm its position as the most powerful supplier of High Performance Warehousing solutions

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ProMat 2025 returns to the McCornick Convention Center, Chicago on 17–20 March 2025.

On booth N7537, stow and Movu Robotics, members of stow Group, will demonstrate its leadership both in high performance racking and scalable, compact warehouse automation. The showcase will highlight how safe, scalable racking solutions combined with the Compact Scalability concept of accessible automated systems can increase efficiency and redefine flexibility in modern warehousing.

At ProMat 2025, stow Group will reaffirm its position as the most powerful supplier of High Performance Warehousing solutions, renowned for market-leading product reliability, engineering excellence, and adherence to global conformity standards. With nine state-of-the-art factories and a global footprint serving over 60 countries, stow Group continues to set the benchmark for peak performance and quality in the both racking and automation sector. stow Group with its brands stow and Movu is showcasing its extensive portfolio of manual and automated warehouse solutions perfectly designed to increase the efficiency and optimize warehouse storage space.

As a highlight of stow’s exhibition, attendees will have the opportunity to explore its portfolio of safe, scalable, and reliable racking systems through a groundbreaking Virtual Reality (VR) experience. This interactive feature offers visitors a hands-on exploration of stow’s extensive product range and enables an exciting form for the configuration of the shelving solution. It puts a special focus on: stow Mobile Pallet Racking Systems, designed to maximize storage capacity by converting static aisles into dynamic, high-density storage. These systems offer unmatched flexibility by allowing racks to move along guided rails, enabling access to specific pallets while optimizing space utilization. The systems significantly increase storage capacity, save costs by minimizing the need for additional warehouse space, enhance accessibility since individual pallets can effortlessly be retrieved with precision and speed and can tailor solutions to meet changing operational demands.

stow Atlas 1D Semi-Automated Pallet Shuttle, bridging the gap between manual and fully automated operations. The cutting-edge pallet shuttle system can be experienced live and virtually at the stow LogiMAT booth. It is designed to optimize high-density storage and retrieval operations and combines speed, precision, and reliability to streamline workflows and maximize warehouse efficiency. Visitors will have the chance to explore how the stow Atlas 1D seamlessly integrates into automated environments, delivering unparalleled performance for businesses seeking to scale their logistics operations.

Movu Compact Scalabilty is a groundbreaking approach that seamlessly combines innovative robotics, intelligent software and state-of-the-art hardware to redefine how businesses meet their fulfilment demands. Movu’s scalable solutions maximize storage capacity within the same footprint while adapting effortlessly to the customer’s needs – vertically, horizontally, and with seamless integration. This scalability offers a key advantage, enabling businesses to expand their storage and throughput capabilities without requiring major overhauls to their existing infrastructure. Movu Compact Scalability empowers businesses to grow smarter, faster, and more efficiently.

Presented in Chicago, the Movu atlas ASRS offers modular, flexible expansion, adapting to demand fluctuations, peak seasons, and business growth. Its pallet shuttle system enables cost-effective, incremental investments without major overhauls. The system scales horizontally with additional aisles and operates in temperatures from -13°F to +104°F, making it ideal for ambient and cold storage. As the industry’s leading 2D shuttle provider, Movu has deployed shuttles in over 100 projects across Europe and North America. With an integrated Lift, the system transforms into a 3D storage solution, boosting throughput and saving floor space with high-speed lifts up to 8 ft/s.

Movu also introduces the Picking Tunnel, optimizing high-density pallet storage and retrieval. This space-efficient solution enables seamless interaction between shuttles, vertical lifts, and robotic or manual picking. The autonomous Movu ifollow AMR navigates without external infrastructure, featuring advanced obstacle detection and models supporting loads up to 2,645 lbs, operating in temperatures from -13°F to +104°F.

Jos de Vuyst, CEO at stow Group, commented: “At ProMat 2025, we are excited to showcase how stow and Movu are taking High Performance Warehousing to the next level through high-quality racking solutions and accessible, scalable automation. The U.S. is a key market for stow Group, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the demands of this dynamic region. Drawing on our extensive expertise from numerous successful projects, we look forward to sharing our knowledge and engaging with customers from across all industries at our booth.
With stow delivering dedicated racking solutions for Movu’s atlas, as well as the stow Atlas 1D, our stand represents the perfect synergy of peak performance racking and intelligent automation. This unified approach demonstrates how customers can benefit from a seamless, single point of contact—offered through our ‘one-stop shop’—to achieve truly high-performance warehousing.”

Experts from stow Group will be available to discuss how the company’s expanding international presence and strong portfolio of successfully completed projects have driven efficiency improvements for customers worldwide across diverse industries. These include logistics, automotive, e-commerce and retail sectors, all of which will be prominently represented at ProMat.

10 February 2025 |

Servicarga and Cargocorp collaborate in Maryland

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In a strategic collaboration, Servicarga SA, a member of the Project Logistics Alliance representing Panama, and Cargocorp, representing Peru and Chile in the alliance, have successfully completed a project for a client based in Baltimore, Maryland.

The project, which was discussed between Servicarga SA and the client in November 2024, required the transport of a sandblasting machine from Peru to the United States.

Servicarga SA and Cargocorp coordinated throughout the process with utmost professionalism, ensuring that the equipment was safely and efficiently handled. By the beginning of December 2024, the sandblasting machine was successfully dispatched, completing a critical step in the project.

Upon the equipment’s arrival at Port Everglades, Florida, both companies continued to support the client. The Servicarga SA and Cargocorp teams provided essential coordination for the final delivery and ensured efficient management of all processes.

The client in Maryland expressed gratitude and satisfaction with the services provided. The company’s owners personally thanked Servicarga SA and Cargocorp for their excellent execution from first contact through to the cargo’s arrival at its final destination.

This project highlights the importance of effective collaboration and expert logistics management. The partnership between Servicarga SA and Cargocorp exemplifies how members of the Project Logistics Alliance can work together to deliver comprehensive logistics solutions. Well done, Servicarga SA and Cargocorp teams.

6 February 2025 |

Hellmann acquires full ownership of HPL Apollo

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Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has acquired all shares in HPL Apollo, its perishable logistics joint venture previously co-owned with Mercury Aviation.

This strategic integration underscores the commitment Hellmann has to expanding its global footprint in the perishable market and enhancing its capacity to deliver tailored solutions to customers worldwide.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, HPL Apollo specializes in the transportation of perishable goods by air, sea, and road. The takeover of the remaining 50 percent of shares held by Mercury Aviation follows 12 years of successful collaboration between the two entities. Ivo Skorin, who has been with HPL Apollo since 2012, will continue to act as managing director of HPL Apollo, ensuring a smooth transition into Hellmann operations generating significant synergies within the company’s global network.

Hellmann has offered perishable logistics across the Americas for decades, with a solid footprint in established markets such as Peru, Mexico, Brazil, and Chile. As part of the integration of HPL Apollo the company will now be focusing on expanding its presence in the USA, where it already operates in key locations including Miami, Los Angeles, Honolulu, and San Francisco. Building on this strong foundation, Hellmann plans to enter new strategic markets such as Colombia, Ecuador, and Central America in the coming years, reinforcing its dedication to regional growth.

Jens Drewes, CEO of Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, emphasized the importance of this acquisition: “We are committed to expanding internationally, with North America being a key focus in our journey.”

Peter Huwel, Regional CEO Americas, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, adds: “By acquiring HPL Apollo, we are leveraging collaborative opportunities within our global network, delivering even better solutions to our customers. At the same time, we are pleased that Ivo will continue managing the business, ensuring continuity and strengthening our unified team.”

6 February 2025 |

BBS manages movement for South Iraq EPC project

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In a significant demonstration of logistics capabilities, Blue Bell Shipping (BBS), a member of the Project Logistics Alliance representing Iraq, has successfully delivered over 150,000 cubic meters of cargo for an ongoing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project in South Iraq.

The comprehensive logistics operation has encompassed multiple breakbulk vessel charters, hundreds of out-of-gauge flat racks, standard containers, and airfreight shipments.

Working in partnership with BBC Chartering, BBS has managed the transportation of several exceptionally large units, with the largest measuring 36 meters in length, 5 meters in width, and 5.39 meters in height, weighing 179 tons. Four additional units, each measuring 35 meters in length and weighing 150 tons, were also successfully transported.

The company’s success in handling such complex logistics challenges stems from its specialized approach to project freight forwarding. BBS maintains an in-house transport engineering department, vessel chartering desk, and cargo survey capabilities, positioning itself as a leading logistics partner for large-scale industrial projects in the region. Their services are specifically tailored to meet the demands of EPCs, oilfield operators, and drilling companies.

Recent years have marked significant growth for the BBS team, with expansion into 10 countries and the establishment of 15 offices within just two years. The company’s excellence has been recognized through consecutive wins at the Heavy Lift Awards, securing the Airfreight Solution of the Year category for two years running.

The team from BBS’s international offices, including Turkey, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, Bahrain, Australia, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai, will be present at the upcoming Breakbulk Middle East Exhibition in Dubai on February 10-11, where they will be exhibiting at booth G44. They look forward to engaging with you and fellow industry professionals to explore opportunities to support project logistics needs.

6 February 2025 |

Briggs Equipment raises money for Air Ambulances UK

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At Briggs Equipment, we are incredibly proud to share the impact we made together with Air Ambulances UK last year.

Through a year of hard work, dedication, and support, our amazing people raised an incredible £125,104 — marking our largest single donation ever.

This achievement was made possible by the countless hours our people invested in planning, participating in, and supporting a range of fundraising events throughout 2024. Whether it was taking part in sponsored challenges, hosting events, or simply lending a hand where needed, the enthusiasm and commitment from everyone involved have been truly inspiring.

The cheque for £125,104 raised by Briggs Equipment for Air Ambulances UK.

Carla Yarrow, Corporate Partnerships Manager at Air Ambulances UK, said: “The amount raised will fund more than 30 lifesaving air ambulance missions. Your efforts will help ensure that specialist critical care teams across the UK can continue to deliver advanced pre-hospital care to patients with life-threatening injuries or illnesses, improving outcomes and saving lives.”

She added: “We have loved working with everyone at Briggs Equipment, and the enthusiasm and engagement have been heartwarming. This has been a fantastic partnership, and we are so grateful for the support from Air Ambulances UK and the wider Air Ambulance sector. Thank you!”

For Janet Noble, Head of Group Engineering Services Support: “2024 has been a fantastic year for the Charity Team. We are so proud to have raised £125,104 for AAUK – our biggest single donation ever. Thank you to everyone who got involved; we simply couldn’t do it without you.”

The Briggs Equipment and Air Ambulances UK charity partnership in 2024 raised £125,104.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to announce that in 2025, we’ll be partnering with Mind, the UK’s leading mental health charity. Together, we aim to raise awareness and promote mental health awareness. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we work together on this.

Let’s keep the momentum going, and let’s make an even bigger impact this year.

6 February 2025 |

Sueur takes delivery of two Tadano aerial work platforms

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French construction company Sueur, based in Acq in the Hauts-de-France region, has added two Tadano AS-15MC aerial work platforms to its fleet.

Renowned for its expertise in timber construction, Sueur chose these machines to reinforce its capabilities on projects requiring reliable, versatile equipment.

These platforms were originally known as Nagano 15 TC, before Tadano acquired Nagano Industries last year and began rebranding all Nagano aerial work platforms under the Tadano name. The models ordered by Sueur are now referred to as the Tadano AS-15MC.

The Tadano AS-15MC comes as standard with a 6 ft (1.83 m) basket. For this order, Sueur decided on the optional 8 ft (2.44 m) basket, enabling two operators to work simultaneously. This feature considerably increases efficiency on site.

“This acquisition was an obvious choice for us,” explains Hervé Sueur, Managing Director of Sueur. “We’ve already had excellent experiences with the same model purchased two years ago, and we also operate an older 35-tonne all terrain crane, which is backed up by Tadano France’s customer support team when needed. The machines, and the support from Tadano France, have been outstanding. Knowing that we will continue to work with the same team for cranes and aerial work platforms is a significant advantage for us.”

The AS-15MC ‘s compact design, tracked mobility and performance over uneven terrain are essential factors in Sueur’s business. The machines are mainly used outdoors on challenging surfaces, which makes the tracked design more suitable than wheeled aerial work platforms, offering better traction and crossing capacity on soft ground.

“Sueur’s decision to expand its fleet with two Tadano AS-15MC s is testament to the quality and reliability of our equipment,” says Jean-Marie Grossmann, Business Leader for Tadano France. “It’s especially encouraging since Tadano recently entered the aerial work platform market in Europe, and deliveries of this type so quickly are a good sign. We hope to see many more Tadano aerial work platforms at work with French customers in the near future.”

The two machines have been delivered to Sueur’s factory in Acq, where they will join the company’s fleet to support its wide range of timber construction projects.

5 February 2025 |

Pertamina appoints ABL to Cilacap Refinery Unit IV

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Pt. Kilang Pertamina Internasional has appointed ABL’s asset integrity management unit to further enhance asset management at the Indonesian national energy company’s Cilacap Refinery Unit IV, located in Central Java, Indonesia.

The Cilacap Refinery Unit IV (RU IV) is one of the largest oil refineries in Indonesia. It plays a critical role in meeting domestic fuel and petrochemical needs. RU IV processes crude oil into various petroleum products, including gasoline, diesel, kerosene, aviation fuel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). In addition to fuel products, RU IV produces asphalt, petrochemicals, and other byproducts essential for industrial applications.

As part of its modernisation of RU IV, Pertamina has embarked on a programme to improve the management of the refinery unit’s 85,000+ assets, and implement a maintenance master data improvement project as the initial step. The project’s primary objective is to ensure that all maintainable items are correctly identified and accurately classified, with maintenance and assurance activities fully defined and ratified for the update of Pertamina’s computerised maintenance management system (CMMS).

ABL’s scope of work for the project involves conducting a physical asset verification of the facility and updating its entire asset register. ABL will also conduct an equipment criticality assessment and SCE (safety critical elements) identification, define and assign maintenance strategies and optimise maintenance plans for all maintainable items and packages.

“Securing our first project with Pertamina’s RU IV maintenance master data improvement initiative is a significant milestone for us. We are proud to support one of Indonesia’s most vital refineries by leveraging our expertise. Using our proprietary Effio and ePAV software, ABL will assist Pertamina on its journey to enhance asset management practices, drive efficiency and ensure reliability across its RU IV facility,”

says David Heavey, ABL’s Asia Pacific regional director of asset integrity management.

ABL’s operations in Indonesia and Australia will lead the project, with support from ABL’s asset integrity management and software specialists in Aberdeen.

The project is expected to be completed in September 2025.

“This project is highly significant for us at PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional Refinery Unit IV Cilacap as we are currently focused on strengthening our Asset Integrity Management System (AIMS). With the expertise and support from the ABL team, we look forward to adopting a more advanced and differentiated approach to asset management. This initiative is expected to enhance the reliability of our refinery and support the achievement of our operational targets.” says Ahmad Rifqi Anda, Maintenance Planning & Support Manager at PT. Kilang Pertamina Internasional Unit Cilacap.

5 February 2025 |

TLS completes oversized shipment in Peru

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TLS (Timeline Logistics Solutions) are pleased to share their successful operation involving oversized equipment from Asia to Peru.

The company handled machinery with a height of nearly five meters, delivering the cargo to an important client on-time despite facing obstacles such as an inland truckers strike.

TLS received the machinery at the Port of Callao on a 40′ FR which arrived from Asia, with precise dimensions of 4.72 (H) x 4.00 (W) meters and a weight of 19.3 tn.

These awkward dimensions required the company to unload the cargo from its container, before re-loading and securing/lashing the cargo onto a special lowboy trailer.

Due to an organised strike by inland truckers at Lima, Timeline’s machine operation team arrived late to terminal, causing a delay in delivery.

However, the cargo was successfully transported on-time across 600 kilometres, leaving the client satisfied.

4 February 2025 |

DEME awarded contracts in Germany

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DEME has been awarded two contracts1 for the transport and installation of 112 foundations at the Nordlicht 1 and 2 offshore wind farms in Germany.

Additionally, DEME also secured the contract for the scour protection at both wind farms.

The Nordlicht wind farm zone, 85 km north of Borkum in the German North Sea, comprises two sites: Nordlicht 1 (980 MW) and Nordlicht 2 (630 MW). Vattenfall is developing and building the Nordlicht cluster, with BASF as a key partner owning 49% of the projects. The wind farm zone is set to provide clean energy for 1.7 million households, as well as German industries.

While the contract remains subject to the final investment decision, Vattenfall held a signing ceremony officially allocating the various scope components to the contractors involved. The construction of Nordlicht 1 and 2 is scheduled to start in 2026. The wind farms are expected to be fully operational in 2028. DEME will install 68 foundations and scour protection at Nordlicht 1 in 2026, followed by 44 foundations and scour protection at Nordlicht 2 in the following year.

Several vessels will be deployed including DEME’s offshore installation vessel ‘Orion’, a jack-up vessel and a fallpipe vessel for the scour protection. With its high-tech motion compensated pile gripper in combination with its 5,000-ton crane, ‘Orion’ is able to install the largest foundations efficiently, even in harsh weather conditions. Orion’s unmatched offshore wind capabilities are proven by installing over 120 monopiles in the US and UK in 2024 alone.

Bas Nekeman, Business Unit Director North Europe, said: “We are very proud that Vattenfall and BASF have placed their trust in us to deliver this flagship project, which is set to play a significant role in the energy transition. We look forward to collaborating with Vattenfall and BASF, whose clear commitment to driving the transition to sustainable energy aligns well with DEME’s ongoing efforts to offer innovative solutions for the evolving energy landscape.”

Cyril Moss, Executive Project Director for Nordlicht 1 at Vattenfall: “DEME’s proven expertise in German waters and their advanced installation capabilities give us full confidence in the safe and timely completion of the Nordlicht foundations. This collaboration is key to delivering reliable, renewable energy to millions of households.”

DEME has an extensive track record in German waters, both in the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. In the Baltic, DEME’s expertise includes projects such as Arcadis Ost, which marked the maiden voyage of ‘Orion’ in 2022. In the North Sea, DEME contributed to numerous projects, including Kaskasi, Merkur, Hohe See, Albatros, Godewind I and II and Borkum Riffgrund I and II.

1 The combined contracts are valued at over 300 million euro.

Additionally, the successful installation of Vattenfall’s Vesterhav project in the Danish North Sea, just a few hundred kilometers north of the Nordlicht offshore site, further underscores DEME’s capabilities to deliver major offshore wind projects.

4 February 2025 |

WALLENIUS SOL receives top ranking in the CSI

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WALLENIUS SOL have once again received the Class 5 ranking in the Clean Shipping Index (CSI), the highest classification for environmentally responsible shipping.

FOR THE SECOND consecutive year, the sister vessels Botnia Enabler and Baltic Enabler have been listed among the verified top-performing vessels, holding a Clean Shipping Index (CSI) 5 rating.

The Clean Shipping Index is an independent rating system that evaluates vessels on their environmental performance. Factors such as greenhouse gas emissions, waste management, and pollution control are assessed to promote sustainable practices in the maritime industry. Class 5 is the top grade in the index, given to vessels that meet the highest standards in emissions reduction, waste handling, and sustainable operations.

“Being one of the few RoRo vessels to achieve this high ranking within the Clean Shipping Index is a strong confirmation that we are doing the right things,” says Rebecca Tagaeus, Sustainability Manger, WALLENIUS SOL.

A top rating not only reinforces WALLENIUS SOL’s commitment to sustainable shipping but also comes with tangible benefits, such as reduced fairway dues.

“These savings allow us to reinvest in our fleet, continuously improving our environmental performance. The Class 5 ranking assures our customers that they will gain real value when choosing transport partners committed to advanced technology and energy efficiency.”

3 February 2025 |
FreightHub
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