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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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Kalmar, part of Cargotec, and DMP SAS, Kalmar’s regional dealer, have concluded an agreement with Société De Manutention Et De Consignation Maritime (SOMACOM) to deliver three diesel-electric straddle carriers for use at the Ile de la Réunion Terminal.

The large order was booked in Cargotec’s 2023 Q4 order intake with delivery scheduled to be completed during Q4 2024.

Port Réunion, the busiest container port in the Indian Ocean, is situated on the west coast of Réunion Island. It is the island’s only port, located some 20 kilometres from the island’s capital St Denis. The main cargoes handled are petroleum products, building materials, sugar products, grain and food produce. The port’s equipment fleet already includes Kalmar straddle carriers, reachstackers, forklifts and empty container handlers.

The straddle carriers delivered to SOMACOM are powered by a highly efficient diesel-electric power unit and feature excellent manoeuvrability, quiet operation and easy maintenance. The spacious, ergonomic cabin and intuitive user interface help to improve productivity by ensuring that operators benefit from the best possible driving experience.

Priscilla Damour, CEO, SOMACOM: “Kalmar equipment has always delivered in terms of performance and availability. We are confident that the new units will continue this trend and ensure that our fleet helps us to deliver the best possible service for our customers at Réunion.”

Karri Keskinen, Head of Global Sales, Horizontal Transportation, Kalmar: “This repeat order for machines with identical technical specifications demonstrates how satisfied SOMACOM has been with the performance of our equipment. I would also like to highlight the important role played by DMP SAS in securing this order and continuing to provide the customer with an excellent level of local support.”

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Renewable energy and marine surveyor, Sean Murphy, has recently taken on the pivotal role of Renewables Manager to ABL in North America, where he will drive the expansion of ABL’s expert energy and marine consultancy to support clients in the development of the USA’s renewable energy targets.

“2024 is poised to be a big year for US renewable energy, marked by offshore wind leasing processes in New Jersey, Central Atlantic, Oregon, Maryland, Maine and the Gulf of Mexico. With the increasing number of projects in the offshore renewable space, there’s a corresponding rise in challenges from a marine perspective and greater demand on the marine supply chain. At ABL, we excel in assisting clients in comprehending their marine value chain and mitigating risks at every stage of their projects, thereby ensuring the long-term viability of their assets.”Sean Murphy, Renewables Manager, ABL USA.

ABL’s comprehensive offering to the renewable energy sector includes marine advisory services, ports and harbors consultancy, marine assurance & risk services, and marine warranty surveying (MWS). Its US operations are also complemented by sister companies in the market, OWC – the renewable energy consultants, and Longitude – the engineering consultants.

“With OWC and Longitude, we have a combined track-record across more than 17 US offshore wind projects in various stages of development, as well as experience in floating solar (FPV), wave-energy conversion (WEC), and renewable interconnector projects in the region. Leveraging this wealth of experience, coupled with our established reputation as marine consultants, equips us with an unparalleled understanding of the challenges and opportunities from a marine perspective, from project feasibility to construction to operations.” John Walker, Managing Director ABL New York, and Maritime ABL Americas.

In his new capacity, Murphy will work closely with respective colleagues at OWC and Longitude, to provide a comprehensive technical offering to support renewable energy stakeholders across the entire development lifecycle of a project or asset.

ABL USA operates from four primary locations: New York, Boston, Houston and Fort Lauderdale. The local operations are further bolstered by its coast-to-coast marine surveyor footprint, covering Miami, Seattle, San Francisco, New Orleans, Halifax, and St. John’s.

ABL is part of ABL Group – the Oslo-listed leading independent consultancy group, providing energy, marine, engineering and digital solutions to drive safety and sustainability across energy and oceans.

ABL Group also includes companies: OWC – specialising in renewable energy consultancy services for the grid-scale development of onshore and offshore renewable energy, and Longitude Engineering – specialising in independent engineering, marine and vessel design, and advanced simulations.

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Celebrating 20 years, Mammoet Merchandise has unveiled its new interactive retail store in Schiedam, the Netherlands.

The store gives members of the public a chance to fully immerse themselves in the fascinating world of Mammoet.

Visitors to the new Mammoet Experience Store can purchase exclusive Mammoet clothing, scale models and souvenirs; learn about the history of the company; and even experience the thrill of what it’s like to sit in one of its cranes.

Mammoet opened its first retail store 20 years ago in February 2004. Back then, it was a dedicated area of an office, with cabinets showcasing a handful of scale models, T-shirts and caps.

Over the years, the popularity of its merchandise has gone from strength-to-strength, with Mammoet Merchandise growing into a successful part of the business.

New product lines have been added and the Mammoet Club launched, which rewards gold members with opportunities to purchase exclusive items.

The new 300 square meter store remains at the company’s European headquarters, in Schiedam, but has been moved to a new larger building to elevate it into something more for visitors.

Interactive elements include dioramas, a showcase aisle of all its scale model collectables released over the years, and a history wall highlighting key Mammoet milestones.

The store’s design also takes inspiration from Mammoet equipment. There’s a table that is a 1:1 scale-model of a Mammoet 6-axle Self-Propelled Modular Transporter (SPMT), clothing rails that look like crane booms, and a hanging table made from spreader bars and slings.
There’s also the Mammoet Crane Experience: a real Liebherr crane cab that people can sit inside and, through the power of VR, take a virtual tour of different Mammoet equipment and projects.

Paul Gregoire, Managing Director at Mammoet Merchandise, said: “We felt that the existing store didn’t really provide the kind of Mammoet experience we wanted to offer.

By relocating it to new, bigger premises, we’ve been able to completely rebuild the entire store from scratch and offer something that visitors won’t forget.

It’s my hope they come away with not only a nice souvenir, but also a better understanding of Mammoet’s impressive heritage, equipment and projects.”

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Rhenus deepens its decade-long partnership with Brenntag in India, with more sustainable warehousing, freight solutions and services.

Rhenus India also announced the recent appointment of their Joint Managing Director, Bhaswar Arya.

Rhenus India advances sustainable logistics capabilities with electric vehicle (EV) trucks and partnership with BrenntagRhenus India advances sustainable logistics capabilities with electric vehicle (EV) trucks and partnership with Brenntag.

Leading global logistics service provider Rhenus Group launches EV trucks to augment local distribution support and extend its existing logistics services for Brenntag. Discussions are also on the future partnership plans to include Air and Ocean freight, enhancing local distribution movements and other value-added services. Brenntag is a global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution.

This step complements the comprehensive warehousing solutions and domestic distribution network across India. These warehousing solutions are state-of-the-art, equipped with the latest technology and adhering to international standards of safety and efficiency.

To celebrate the company’s commitment to sustainability, Rhenus also organised a customer event in Mumbai, which was attended by elite and senior industry leaders from diverse sectors, including Tobias Bartz, CEO and Chairman of Rhenus Group,and Jan Harnisch, CEO of Rhenus Air & Ocean. The event also highlighted topics such as integrated logistics solutions and cutting-edge technology.

The introduction of EV trucks is the latest sustainable logistics initiative from Rhenus India. Its new warehouses are equipped with sky lighting to enhance the use of natural light and reduce electricity usage. In 2023, Rhenus India installed 350 kilovolt (kv) solar panels at their multi-user facility in Bhiwandi, Mumbai. For 2024, it aims to implement up to three solar projects in a phased manner at the new upcoming facility in Bhiwandi, specifically for non-chemical clients and multi-user facilities at Gurgaon.

Rhenus Group looks forward to shaping the future of logistics through innovation, sustainability, and technological integration. The company has received international recognition and awards for multiple years now. For example, EcoVadis, a globally recognized and independent provider of sustainability ratings for companies, awarded Rhenus Group gold status in its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) rankings for 2023. Rhenus scored high points in categories such as environment, employment and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement assessment.

Separately, Rhenus announced the appointment of Bhaswar Arya as the Joint Managing Director for India. Prior to this, Bhaswar was a strategic assistant to the Chairman of Rhenus Group in Germany and played a pivotal role in a variety of global projects and strategies. Under his management, Rhenus India will focus on establishing the company as a leader in comprehensive integrated logistics solutions, augmented by technology, for the Indian market. Industry segments of focus include Automotive, Engineering and Industrial, Chemicals, Healthcare and Consumer Goods.

“We understand that our role in logistics extends beyond mere transportation and storage – it is about creating a sustainable future. This commitment to sustainability is not just an ethical choice, but a business imperative, guiding us to innovate, operate responsibly, and contribute positively to the planet and its people. At Rhenus India, we do not just move goods; we move forward with a vision for a more sustainable world,” says Bhaswar Arya.

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Globalink are thrilled to announce the opening of Globalink Logistics’ latest branch office in Karaganda, Kazakhstan.

This expansion into Karaganda, the country’s fifth-largest city and a key industrial center, signifies a significant step in their ongoing commitment to providing top-notch logistics services across the region.

With Karaganda joining their network, Globalink Logistics proudly operates in 9 major cities throughout Kazakhstan, significantly enhancing their geographical reach and service capabilities.

This expansion is a testament to their dedication to growth and excellence in logistics services. They look forward to bringing their expertise and quality service to more clients in Karaganda and contributing positively to the region’s dynamic business environment.

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Jumbo Offshore has recently been awarded a contract by Yunneng Wind Power Co., Ltd. (YWPC) for the removal of monopiles at the Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm.

The contract award represents an expansion of the company’s existing scope, which has involved transport and installation of the project’s transition pieces.

Under the contract, some monopiles, which were installed during an earlier project phase, are to be removed approximately 3m below mean seabed level. To undertake this scope, Jumbo Offshore will mobilise the DP2 Heavy Lift Crane Vessel Fairplayer.

The vessel will be outfitted with an underwater abrasive cutting and lifting tool as well as an ROV. With these, the Fairplayer will remove the monopiles in several sections. These will then be lifted into the vessel’s 1,400m2 cargo hold for transportation to a local Taiwanese port, where the vessel will offload the monopile sections to the quayside.

Milad Sheikhi, Head of Sales and Business Development at Jumbo Offshore said, “We have been active on the Yunlin OWF project since 2021, carrying out transport and installation of transition pieces and will continue to perform this role in 2024. Being awarded this additional scope shows trust in our performance, project management, engineering and installation capabilities, for which are very grateful to our client.”

Brian Boutkan, Manager Commerce at Jumbo Offshore, added, “We are very proud to have been awarded this additional scope of work on the Yunlin OWF project. We see this as a confirmation that Jumbo’s values bring real benefit to our clients. With our client-centric approach, we aim to cooperate with our customers as a partner in all that we do, in order to offer a reliable service that inspires confidence.”

The Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm is developed by Yunneng Wind Power Co., Ltd., a joint project company involving Skyborn Renewables, TotalEnergies, Electricity Generating Public Company (EGCO) and Sojitz Corporation. Located in the Taiwan Strait between 8 to 17km off Taiwan’s west coast, the 82km2 offshore wind farm will comprise 80 wind turbine generators installed at water depths of between 8 and 35m. Once completed, the 640 MW project will be one of the largest offshore wind farms in Taiwan, producing enough clean energy to serve the energy needs of more than 600,000 Taiwanese households.

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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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Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has concluded an agreement with CMA Terminals, a subsidiary of CMA CGM, to supply three Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers for SAMR, its terminal on Réunion Island.

The large order was booked in Cargotec’s Q4 2023 order intake, with delivery of the machines scheduled for Q4 2024.

Réunion Island is now the CMA CGM Group’s strategic hub in the Indian Ocean. CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, has reinforced its commitment with the creation of its Indian Ocean transhipment hub in 2016. Port Réunion has become France’s 4th container port. CMA Terminal currently operates multiple Kalmar diesel-electric straddle carriers at its terminal in the port.

Karri Keskinen, Head of Global Sales, Horizontal Transportation, Kalmar: “Kalmar and CMA Terminals have a long and successful history of collaboration. We are proud that they have selected our proven hybrid straddle carrier solution – which can cut fuel consumption by up to 40% compared to equivalent diesel-powered machines – to support them with their transition to more eco-efficient cargo-handling operations.”

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John Holland Seymour Whyte Joint Venture (JHSW JV) called upon Sarens to execute a challenging bridge installation in Sydney.

Sarens has executed some of the most challenging bridge installations in Australia and become the most trusted partner for bridge construction or revamping across the region.

Sarens hauled 3 pairs of girders, each pair weighing around 700T inclusive of girders extensions, shimming and SPMTs.

Hugo Saua, Project Manager says, “One of the greatest challenges faced, was to come up with a solution that causes minimum stress impact to the structure during transport and manipulation.” He adds, “Another challenge was to precisely move the bridge sections over a public bridge while keeping the ground pressure under the allowable parameters of the public spaces.”

After thorough planning, the team decided to use Kamag SPMT K2400ST, CS250 in-house designed jacking tower system, and SBL1100 gantry system. This technical solution addressed both challenges, for efficient transport and installation. Sarens equipment was mobilised from our yard in Brisbane, Queensland and assembled on site within fourteen days.

Due to some technical challenges caused by delays during the client’s assembly activities, and in order to mitigate further delays, Sarens together with the JV (John Holland Seymour Whyte Joint Venture), proceed to install one of the main milestone structures before the expected sequence. This required for Sarens and the client to develop a flexible solution and compensate this new deviation allowing for the bridge sections impacted by the demurrage to be installed in a different order. As a result, this new agile solution allowed the client to mitigate the delays produced during the assembly activities.

Operations were divided into three stages. In the first stage, bridge sections were picked up by SPMTs and placed on the deployment position. Secondly, the bridge sections were transported from deployment to installation position. This operation was carried out during a narrow four-hour window. Lastly, the bridge sections were lowered by deploying a combination of SPMTs and jacking towers and then installed.

“Professionalism, availability, devotion, and hard work. These are the words I would use to summarise the service offered by Sarens”, said Guillaume Decoux, Project Manager, of our client JHSW JV. Hugo Saua adds, “Sydney Gateway has been a great project, and we are proud to have completed it safely with zero lost time. Sarens once again proved that we are always committed to provide flexible solutions, adjusted to client requirements, schedule and needs.”

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PLA are introducing Erhardt Project Cargo & Logistics Middle East representing the United Arab Emirates, as the latest member of the Project Logistics Alliance community.

Established in Spain in 1882, ERHARDT has transformed from a conventional Freight Forwarder to a worldwide logistics provider, offering customized, comprehensive, and cutting-edge solutions in close collaboration with clients, suppliers, and partners. To facilitate continued growth in the Gulf region, ERHARDT expanded its operations with the establishment of Erhardt Project Cargo & Logistics Middle East in Abu Dhabi.

ERHARDT excels in Industrial Project Transport, offering clients comprehensive support across various aspects of their operations. They bring extensive knowledge in turnkey projects, engineering, and logistics for Oil and Gas, Refineries, Renewable Energy, and Civil Infrastructure sectors among others.

Key Services:Project Logistics – Heavy and Oversized Cargo for Oil and Gas, Renewables, Power, Nuclear, Infrastructure and Mining Industries; Door-to-Door Solutions; Ocean Freight – Standard, RO-RO, FCL/LCL Shipments; Air Freight – Special Cargo and Time Critical Solutions; Road Freight; Customs Clearance – Import, Export and Documentation; Technical Engineering – Mooring, Towing and Ballast Solutions; Special Packaging Services; Storage and Distribution; Risk & Compliance Management.

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