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A member of the Project Logistics Alliance from the Philippines, Nonpareil International Freight and Cargo Services, recently took part in the delivery of one unit of Caterpillar D6R tractor along with its accessories from the Philippines to Sydney, Australia.

The cargo occupied a volume of 69.93 cubic meters and weighed 19.5 tons in total with a dimension of 6.5 x 3.26 x 3.3 meters.

The operation commenced on June 16, 2023, with the availability and pick-up of the container, and continued until June 25, 2023, when the shipment was set to embark on the LCT vessel. The timeline included several critical stages, such as local transport, unloading from the local truck, loading onto a 40-foot flat-rack container, lashing and securing the cargo, and finally, tarpaulin/canvassing and escorting to the Port of Batangas.

Upon arrival at the Port of Batangas, the subsequent phases, including FSI, arrastre (stevedoring), and gate-in operations, were meticulously handled from June 22, 2023, to June 23, 2023. These vital processes guaranteed that the Caterpillar D6R track-type tractor was securely loaded onto the LCT vessel, setting the stage for a smooth and efficient journey across the open seas.

This success highlighted Nonpareil’s capability to conduct safety measures and coordinate smooth transport. Congratulations to the team at Nonpareil for another remarkable achievement.

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Mental Health is a key component of overall health and well-being.

In Australia, the National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing conducted in 2021 found that an estimated 1 in 5 (21%) Australians aged 16–85 experienced a mental disorder in the previous 12 months. Mental illness is one of the leading causes of sickness absence and long-term work incapacity in Australia.

Bolloré Logistics Australia proactively supports that mental health & safety. Our Erskine Park and Melbourne sites recently completed Managing for Team Wellbeing awareness training, a 3-hour interactive and facilitated workshop led by an experienced Psychologist from the Black Dog Institute to train People Managers on this topic.

A total of 25 managers and supervisors from Erskine Park and Melbourne sites attended the workshop. The interactive training focused on the prevalence of mental health issues, changes in team behaviour (and what it means), developing skills needed to have effective conversations, additional resources available and effective behaviours to promote wellbeing within their team.

Team leaders from Bolloré Logistics Australia who attended the training shared their feedback: “I think the training was successful in raising awareness of what mental health is and providing simple tools to help identify when people may be struggling with their mental health. Since the training, many conversations have been initiated with the various participants, which is already a success! – Tony Clark (Site Manager – Erskine Park)

“The training was very insightful and provided good examples of how to deal with challenging topics in a responsible way. This was worthwhile for our teams and leaders to ensure we are well-versed on the subject matter of Mental Health.” – David Guarnera (State Manager – VIC / SA)

“It was important to raise awareness among our teams to help them understand and support people who are going through difficult times with themselves. We need to be vigilant and ensure we are creating an environment of support and working towards eliminating contributing factors that may in some sort of further trigger or impact the individual at work. I think training and awareness of these things is a very big step forward as a business.” – Cesur Yavuz (Melbourne Contract Logistics Manager)

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The “K” LINE Group companies conducted worldwide simultaneous cleanup activities, during a period before and after World Oceans Day on June 8.

More than 450 employees and their families from 14 group companies around the world participated in the activities as volunteers, to collect garbage on land, which is said to be the source of 7~80% of marine plastic, at beaches, the area around offices, mountain forests, canals and rivers. The amount of garbage collected amounts to about 7,800 liters.

These days, threats on ocean environment such as plastic pollution are becoming hot issues, while protection of oceans is set as one of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , namely, “Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.” For the “K” LINE Group, whose corporate principle is “as a logistics company rooted in the shipping industry, we help make the lives of people more affluent”, the oceans are essential for our business activities, and as an opportunity to reconsider marine environmental issues together with Group employees, we conducted the cleanup activities during the period before and after World Oceans Day, from late May to early July this year.

Going forward, the “K” LINE Group will continue to make every effort to realize one of Values the “K” LINE Group prizes, “Contributing to the global environment and a sustainable society”, by raising employees’ awareness of environmental conservation through such activities.

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Transporting liquid cargo requires specialized expertise to ensure the integrity and quality of the products throughout the supply chain.

At Bertling Bulk Liquids, we understand the unique needs of different commodities and offer a range of transportation solutions tailored to meet those requirements. In this article, we explore the advantages of various transport methods and highlight the benefits of Flexitanks, the innovative solution for liquid cargo transportation.

Winemaking has a long and proud tradition, and today, wine is one of the most beloved beverages worldwide. When it comes to wine transportation, preserving its quality and taste is of utmost importance. Different transport methods offer distinct advantages depending on the volume and specific needs of the wine. ISO tanks provide a secure and standardized option for larger quantities, while drums and barrels exude a traditional charm and are ideal for smaller volumes or specialty wines. Bulk vessels, on the other hand, are best suited for large-scale wine shipments across long distances.

Among these options, Flexitanks stands out as a versatile and efficient solution for liquid cargo transportation. Flexitanks combine flexibility and adaptability, making them suitable for transporting wines of various volumes. The most common Flexitank models can contain 18,000, 20,000, 24,000, and 26,000 liters, this provides customers with the ability to select the tank that works best for their products. Its innovative design ensures the protection of the wine against impact, contamination, and flavor transfer. The sealing system and robust construction minimize the risk of leakage and safeguard the wine’s original character.

Furthermore, Flexitanks offers economic benefits by reducing transportation costs compared to traditional bottle shipments. The transportation costs are also relatively low thanks to the efficiency of the loading and unloading process. By choosing Flexitanks, carbon dioxide can be reduced by minimizing the number of shipments and utilizing more efficient and flexible vessels and container ship networks. Flexitanks can not be reused, this ensures that every tank is clean and the risk of cross-contamination is very low. After a Flexitank is used it can easily be disposed or recycled.

When selecting a transport method, it is essential to consider the specific requirements of your liquid cargo. Factors such as volume, fragility, and environmental considerations play a crucial role in determining the most suitable option. At Bertling Bulk Liquids, our team of experts works closely with clients to assess their needs and recommend the best solution for their commodities. We’re not here to tell you right or wrong, we’re simply here to listen to your requirements and offer tailor-made solutions that best suit your product.

Liquid cargo transportation requires careful consideration to ensure the quality and integrity of the products. Whether it’s wine, chemicals, or foodstuffs, Bertling Bulk Liquids offers tailored solutions to meet the unique requirements of each commodity. While different transport methods have their advantages, Flexitank emerges as a versatile and efficient option, providing protection, cost savings, and sustainability benefits.

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In a significant achievement for the power industry, Project Logistics Alliance member, Aproject Austria’s sister company, Aprojects demonstrated its expertise in Power Project Management by successfully overseeing the Port Handling Operations of a massive Generator and its Accessory Equipment at the Port of Charleston.

The company’s proven track record played a vital role in securing its position as the trusted partner for this critical project.

Weighing a staggering 422 metric tons or approximately 932,000 pounds, the loading of the Generator onto a Heavy Lift break-Bulk Vessel posed immense challenges. However, with the combined efforts of all involved parties, the operation was executed flawlessly. Utilizing a Floating Barge Crane, the Generator was meticulously loaded onto the vessel at Columbus Street Terminal, ensuring utmost precision and safety throughout the process. The complexity of the task demanded the highest level of skill and professionalism from all individuals involved.

Despite unpredictable weather conditions that could have potentially disrupted the operation, Aprojects successfully carried out the loading within a remarkably short timeframe. The company’s careful planning and seamless coordination among all stakeholders allowed the process to proceed without any interruptions. This enabled the vessel to embark on its voyage to Shanghai, China ahead of schedule.

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When asked why he opted for the new Tadano AC 4.080-1 all terrain crane, the owner of Johannesburg-based Marlboro Crane Hire, Oliver Dalais, is not at a loss for an answer.

“What really clinched it for us was the outstanding reach of the crane’s 60-meter boom in combination with its amazingly compact design. That means we can use it in tight spaces, where it absolutely comes into its own with its unbeatable lifting capacity at steep boom positions,” he says, naming just some of the AC 4.080-1 unit’s key benefits for his business.

Marlboro ordered the Tadano AC 4.080-1 complete with Flex Base for the outriggers to be extended to any point within their range, IC-1 Remote, and an offsetable main boom extension. Marlboro managing director Kathleen Dias is also a huge Tadano fan, it seems. “For us, the crane’s comprehensive range of standard and optional equipment is further proof of Tadano’s ability to bring stunning, innovation-packed machines onto the market that completely and utterly meet the needs of customers,” she says. Oliver Dalais and Kathleen Dias are also extremely happy with the service they receive from Tadano. “The Tadano team always goes the extra mile for their customers, and they’re super-efficient, when it comes to service, you can’t ask for better than that,” they say.

Marlboro Crane Hire will base the new AC 4.080-1 at its Johannesburg location and plans to use it for a wide range of customers and job sites. Given the crane’s immense versatility, that makes perfect sense.

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PCN are pleased to report Go Gauge Projects are new PCN members in Singapore.

The company are complete experts in turnkey project logistics solutions.

“Go Gauge Projects is an international project logistics and transportation company covering various industries such as oil & gas, power & energy, steel, infrastructure & construction, automotive, rail, aerospace, ship building, fabrication, paper & pulp, heavy machinery & equipment, engineering and yachts.

We’ve learned that great service begins and ends with experienced and friendly professionals. Our dedicated team of specialists finish each project on schedule with the highest level of quality and a focus on personalised service, competitive rates and customer satisfaction.

Any project – large or small – requires careful planning, coordination and expertise. By getting involved in the planning process as early as possible, Go Gauge Projects provides detailed, workable solutions and adds value to every project.

We provide integrated logistics services including project cargo management solutions, vessel chartering, OOG shipping, port handling, breakbulk, RORO, heavy haulage & lifting, factory decommissioning solutions, international freight management and customs clearance.”

“Whatever the size, length, width, height or weight of the load – we can move it!”

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Sarens moved and installed a 1600T bridge in Zaventem, Begium across one of the busiest highways of Belgium with minimum traffic disruption.

Sarens was asked by our client Smulders and Besix to provide complete technical solution and engineering services to install the 1600T bridge across the ring road in Zaventem in a time-sensitive project.

Brussels’ ring road is one of the busiest highways of Belgium. As part of the ring-wide renewal project coordinated by De Werkvennootschap, the bridge had to be installed across the ring road in Zaventem within limited time window for traffic closure.

Given the critical timeline, Sarens meticulously planned and prepared for the project. The team used an advanced 3D scanner to create a digital twin of the driving route. This helped with mapping out the most critical driving manoeuvres well in advance. The equipment used during the project included:75 axle-lines of K24ST trailers; CS350; CS1000.

28 truckloads of equipment arrived from HQ in Wolvertem and all K24ST trailers arrived directly from other Sarens jobsites in France, The Netherlands, and Belgium.

The 1600T bridge (105m long and 27m wide) was jacked-up by 2m using six CS350 climbing towers to place four CS1000 climbing towers placed atop K24ST trailers underneath the bridge section. Once the load was transferred on the SPMT and climbing tower set-up, the bridge was ready to be transported to the installation site.

According to Project Engineer, Bart Hemeleers, “The bridge had to be driven underneath the bridge Sarens installed last year. The 3D-model analysis showed a tolerance of only half-a-meter.” He adds, “A risky and tight squeeze, but it allowed us to start jacking the bridge immediately after passing underneath.”

Fitting a jacking system capable of handling the load, whilst still being able to fit underneath the existing bridge was the key to this project’s success. This solution offered by Sarens proved to be a massive time-saver. The highway closure originally planned for 36 hours was reduced to only 15 hours by Sarens customised solution and precise engineering.

Sarens was on site for about two weeks, including mobilisation and demobilisation. Our crew of twelve assembled the equipment and executed the final operation safely, efficiently, and successfully.

According to Sarens Project Manager, Peter Keyen, “After last year’s 1000T bridge installation and last October’s 800T bridge extraction, this move marked the third and final Sarens intervention at the Henneaulaan jobsite.”

Sarens proved to be a reliable and capable partner, assisting our clients during each milestone manoeuvres of this project.

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Anker Logistica y Carga are glad to share a recently handled project involving a heavy compressor, which was moved from Houston Terminals to Cartagena, Colombia.

The total volume of the cargo in this shipment measured at 418 CBM, with a weight of 81 tons. The compressor was an ex-works service between an important supplier and Houston Terminals, where Anker Logistica conducted pick-up, customs processes and a complete international transport to Colombia.

Upon arrival in Cartagena, Anker secured the compressor, confirming all local cargo receiving & customs processes. Despite challenges due to regulations changing in Colombia, Anker efficiently handled the operations.

“At the end of the day, we managed the cargo with benefits to our consignee and confirmed a 100% successful shipment for the client.”

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Rhenus Warehousing Solutions has launched a new project with global AMR manufacturer Geek+ at the Rhenus Innovation Hub.

The project deploys autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to transport small and flat packaged goods as a ‘tote-to-person’ solution (TTP). The official go-ahead for the project makes Rhenus the first company in Hong Kong to use both TTP & GTP solutions from Geek+ in its real-time operations.

Rhenus Innovation Hub Hong Kong launches new AMR project with Geek+ in cooperation with Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC)Rhenus Innovation Hub Hong Kong launches new AMR project with Geek+ in cooperation with Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC).

The Rhenus Innovation Hub in Hong Kong is a platform for innovation and company-wide warehouse solutions. The innovation hub is not separated from daily business operations but is integrated in ongoing activities so that new ideas can be introduced immediately. Rhenus Warehousing Solutions used intelligent AMR units from Geek+ as a ‘goods-to-person’ solution (GTP) in their initial joint project in 2021 in order to meet growing demands the customer, cosmetics producer Rituals, had in their omni-channel business. AMRs transport the entire rack directly to the relevant workstation, eliminating the need for employees to spend time picking the goods from the warehouse. The robot management system also provides support when planning various storage and picking tasks: the system learns from the current project order, compares to optimal projects in the data bank, and optimises both the warehouse and handling processes based on this.

With the support from HKPC, the partners have now begun a second AMR project together: two kinds of TTP AMRs are being introduced into current operations. The larger robot, the RS5, transports a large number of totes with goods from the warehouse area to a defined transit location. P-40, the smaller AMR, takes over from there and moves the containers from the transport area to the workstation efficiently, where employees continue to process the goods or package them. The TTP principle is suitable for transporting small items or articles of clothing that have been packed flat. As a result, the Rhenus business site is the first in Hong Kong to deploy this kind of combined AMR solution in real time.

“By integrating the TTP solution into the warehouse and the processes at the Rhenus Innovation Hub, we’re achieving a marked increase in efficiency at the site both for ourselves and for our customers,” says Dennis Mak, Director of Rhenus Warehousing Solutions & Distribution Greater China, explaining the advantages. Customers also benefit from the fact that Rhenus can offer and integrate the synergies and ideas from the Innovation Hub as a complete solution in different regions and for different products. These overall solutions not only include intelligent warehouse handling, but also other elements such as marketplace integration, order management, ERP/WMS integration and AMR picking solutions. Rhenus is planning to expand this combination in its range of services to an even greater extent across different divisions and countries in line with the Blue Ocean Strategy in future so that it can supply the best results for its customers in the long term and become a pioneer in automated warehousing solutions.

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Broekman Logistics, a provider of global supply chain solutions, reports a solid 2022.

The company made significant improvements both on operational performance and financial results. Overall a net result of EUR 7.5 million was achieved on a net turnover of EUR 290 million, a step up compared to the EUR -7.6 million of 2021. Moreover, at the end of the year, all divisions showed a positive EBITDA run-rate. The result of the operational activities (EBITDA) grew from EUR 1.8 million in 2021 to EUR 6.1 million in 2022, while the debt position improved substantially partly due to the sale of non-strategic assets. The company looks with confidence to 2023.

The Forwarding and Shipping division performed consistently well despite a turbulent global market. With comparable revenue to 2021, an increased margin was achieved. The highly successful and continuously growing forwarding activities in India and Poland had an important contribution to the result. Declining global trade volumes and container freight rates are likely to impact the results in this division in 2023.

In the Warehousing and Distribution division, the effects of the initiated turnaround were clearly visible. Despite the sale of the VLS activities in Antwerp, turnover increased to EUR 77.4 million last year. Operations in Rotterdam are concentrated on the Maasvlakte, for clients in the chemical segment. Through winning new large customers with long-term contracts, the utilization of the warehouses increased significantly and a positive result contribution is secured for the upcoming years. In Weert, Broekman Logistics started final assembly and manufacturing work for the machinery market at the state-of-the-art 60,000 m2 site, officially opened March this year.

The unique multipurpose terminals in Rotterdam again realized growth in turnover and results. The division mainly serves a number of long-term customers in the industrial and renewable energy sectors. A result improvement of 10 % was achieved. Moreover, major achievements in sustainability were realised, with investments in electrification of harbour cranes and instalment of solar panels at the roof of the all-weather terminal; these are important steps towards our carbon neutral operations, which we strive to offer within 10 years.

“We have persistently executed the turnaround plan, which we initiated in 2021. I am proud that this is clearly visible in the 2022 results”, says Rik Pek, CEO of Broekman Logistics. “While keeping the focus on what we have been doing for 60 years; with personal attention for our customers and operational excellence in everything we do.”

“The significant improvement of our balance sheet ratios makes us strong and brings us in an excellent position in our chemical, machinery and industrial markets to meet the existing challenges in the macroeconomic developments”, according to Nicolas Parey, CFO of Broekman Logistics: “Above all, we are very satisfied that we realized a serious improvement of the operational performance of the company, which continues in 2023.”

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On June 26 and 27, the Bolloré Logistics teams from the Dunkirk branch brought together many customers from the food industry.

The objective of this meeting was to present the activities of the site, the current development through a new direct service offered to the Middle East, and to visit the port of Dunkirk, in full expansion.

After a welcome coffee in the premises of the Port Museum of Dunkirk, the customers began the visit of the port by bus. They then benefited from a historical and technical description of the third French port strategically positioned in Europe with easy accesses by road, sea, river, and rail which ensure complete multimodality. Participants were able to see the strong development of the port in the food industry but also in the battery industry (battery valley).

A lunch cocktail, bringing together all the employees of the Dunkirk subsidiary, was organized following the visit, thus encouraging exchanges between the teams and the customers. The afternoon was devoted to a working meeting with customers wishing to strengthen their partnerships and express their expectations in the relationship that binds them to the Bolloré Logistics teams.

“This day allowed us to discuss with our customers from France and Holland in a friendly context. We also welcomed a few prospects from Belgium who are investing in infrastructure close to Dunkirk.” says Alain Hazarosoff, Perishable Market Manager in Europe.

“The exchanges between our customers and our employees, in particular on our processes and our common projects, were the main objectives of this day. These discussions were punctuated by a visit to the port which has a strategic location in Europe. Like the DNA of Bolloré Logistics, Dunkirk is a dynamic port which capitalizes on a quality of service and a recognized productivity allowing many developments in terms of business and logistics solutions such as the multimodal connections which are at the heart of our operational excellence strategy. We look forward to repeating this operation with another event for our customers in the consumer goods industry scheduled after the summer break” adds Vasco Da Silva Rodrigues, Director of the Bolloré Logistics Dunkirk agency.

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Logistics Plus, our members representing India, recently completed the parts delivery of a windmill turbine for a key client in the Netherlands.

The cargo was received locally in India by the company before being transported to the Netherlands.

Each set of the turbine parts weighed twenty-two tons, with Logistics Plus shipping a total of three sets.

“This shipment was awarded to us on a Door-to-Door basis; right from picking, along with industrial packing of the cargo, to door delivery at the final destination.”

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The UN’s maritime organization has agreed on a revised climate strategy for 2050.

Nordic shipowners’ associations are positive toward the revision, calling it historical.

After a week of negotiations in IMO’s climate committee, MEPC, the member countries have just secured a revised climate strategy up to 2050.

According to the document that details the revised strategy, which has been shared with ShippingWatch, the agreement includes:”Net-zero GHG emissions by or around 2050, i.e. close to, 2050, taking into account different national circumstances.”

The committee has also agreed on indicative checkpoints for 2030 and 2040. In 2030, all greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions should be reduced by 20 percent, but striving for 30 percent, while in 2040 the target is 70 percent reduction, but with strive for 80 percent.

The Nordic shipowners’ associations, Danish Shipping and Norwegian Shipowners’ Association, are both ostensibly positive in regards to the revised ambition.

”It is truly positive for the climate and historic for shipping that the IMO is finally accelerating the green transition. It demonstrates a strong global willingness to address climate change in the sector, and right now, I am both happy and relieved that it succeeded,” says Anne H. Steffensen, managing director of Danish Shipping, in a statement.

Helene Tofte, director of international cooperation and climate at the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association, calls the agreement ”historical.”

”It has been over three years since Norwegian shipping set a target of net zero emissions by 2050, and it is truly a milestone for the climate efforts in shipping that the IMO now adopts a goal of zero emissions for global shipping as well,” she tells ShippingWatch.

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