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Zenith, the UK’s leading independent leasing, fleet management and vehicle outsourcing business, has announced a partnership with Briggs Equipment, to offer vehicle leasing and fleet management provisions to the engineering services and asset management specialist.

The five-year contract will see Zenith provide a full vehicle leasing solution for Briggs Equipment’s 1,050-strong fleet, which comprises of light commercial vehicles (LCV) and passenger vehicles through a refreshed company car scheme following a full policy review.

The incumbent Company Car scheme was heavily driven by ICE vehicles, and following a full policy review at the start of implementation, Zenith identified an opportunity to utilise electric vehicles, which were overall more cost effective using Whole Life Cost methodology for both Briggs Equipment and its drivers.

The new scheme, which only includes EVs or vehicles under 50 g/km, substantially reduces Briggs Equipment’s Co2e output, while giving employees access to new technology and higher specification vehicles, which is a proven retention tool. In addition, Zenith’s flexible daily rental product was able to provide a large number of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles at short notice to bridge the gap between the return of ICE vehicles and the supply of new EV vehicles. The supply of PHEV allowed users time to prepare for home EV charging, while ensuring low Benefit-in-Kind liability.

Zenith was also awarded the five-year contract due to its enhanced LCV operating model, which is expected to deliver superior control over all vehicle-off-road events through a downtime management solution. The bespoke model, designed around Briggs Equipment’s requirements, will see a number of the current LCVs replaced to ensure the fleet is efficient as possible.

Gil Kelly, Group Head of Operations, at Briggs Equipment, commented: “We are delighted to begin this partnership with Zenith. Their sustainability focused solution further demonstrates our commitment to reducing our environmental impact, whilst ensuring our company car drivers have access to a modern, safe and compliant fleet of vehicles.
It’s crucial that we partner with suppliers who can meet the ever evolving requirements of our business, and we are confident that Zenith will deliver a long-term and mutually beneficial partnership.”

Andy Wolff, commercial director for the Corporate division at Zenith, added: “With more than 30 years’ experience in fleet management and having operations which span corporate, commercial and consumer divisions, we set out to understand the complete needs of Briggs, in order to find the best solutions for their operations.

Our tailored approach means we can support all aspects of the Briggs Equipment UK fleet, from its company cars, LCVs and a salary sacrifice scheme to the wider employee population, as well as a short-term hire rental solution. The partnership we’ve built means we can offer a proposal which reflects their business needs while providing a high level of service at a competitive price.”

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Zenith, the UK’s leading independent leasing, fleet management and vehicle outsourcing business, has announced a partnership with Briggs Equipment, to offer vehicle leasing and fleet management provisions to the engineering services and asset management specialist.

The five-year contract will see Zenith provide a full vehicle leasing solution for Briggs Equipment’s 1,050-strong fleet, which comprises of light commercial vehicles (LCV) and passenger vehicles through a refreshed company car scheme following a full policy review.

The incumbent Company Car scheme was heavily driven by ICE vehicles, and following a full policy review at the start of implementation, Zenith identified an opportunity to utilise electric vehicles, which were overall more cost effective using Whole Life Cost methodology for both Briggs Equipment and its drivers.

The new scheme, which only includes EVs or vehicles under 50 g/km, substantially reduces Briggs Equipment’s Co2e output, while giving employees access to new technology and higher specification vehicles, which is a proven retention tool. In addition, Zenith’s flexible daily rental product was able to provide a large number of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles at short notice to bridge the gap between the return of ICE vehicles and the supply of new EV vehicles. The supply of PHEV allowed users time to prepare for home EV charging, while ensuring low Benefit-in-Kind liability.

Zenith was also awarded the five-year contract due to its enhanced LCV operating model, which is expected to deliver superior control over all vehicle-off-road events through a downtime management solution. The bespoke model, designed around Briggs Equipment’s requirements, will see a number of the current LCVs replaced to ensure the fleet is efficient as possible.

Gil Kelly, Group Head of Operations, at Briggs Equipment, commented: “We are delighted to begin this partnership with Zenith. Their sustainability focused solution further demonstrates our commitment to reducing our environmental impact, whilst ensuring our company car drivers have access to a modern, safe and compliant fleet of vehicles.
It’s crucial that we partner with suppliers who can meet the ever evolving requirements of our business, and we are confident that Zenith will deliver a long-term and mutually beneficial partnership.”

Andy Wolff, commercial director for the Corporate division at Zenith, added: “With more than 30 years’ experience in fleet management and having operations which span corporate, commercial and consumer divisions, we set out to understand the complete needs of Briggs, in order to find the best solutions for their operations.

Our tailored approach means we can support all aspects of the Briggs Equipment UK fleet, from its company cars, LCVs and a salary sacrifice scheme to the wider employee population, as well as a short-term hire rental solution. The partnership we’ve built means we can offer a proposal which reflects their business needs while providing a high level of service at a competitive price.”

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Vestas has received a 136 MW order to repower an undisclosed wind project in the USA.

The order consists of 62 V120-2.2 MW wind turbines.

The order includes supply, delivery, and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a multi-year Operational Support Agreement, designed to ensure optimised performance of the asset.

Turbine delivery begins in the third quarter of 2025 with commissioning scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2025.

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Vestas has received a 136 MW order to repower an undisclosed wind project in the USA.

The order consists of 62 V120-2.2 MW wind turbines.

The order includes supply, delivery, and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a multi-year Operational Support Agreement, designed to ensure optimised performance of the asset.

Turbine delivery begins in the third quarter of 2025 with commissioning scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2025.

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Following recent announcements, CEVA Logistics continues strategic transformation, grows core products by integrating Bolloré Logistics.

As such, Bollore inform you that they will no longer publish any content on its website and its various social media pages.

Bollore now invite you to follow all the news from CEVA Logistics on its various channels: FACEBOOK; X; LINKEDIN; YOUTUBE; TIKTOK.

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Following recent announcements, CEVA Logistics continues strategic transformation, grows core products by integrating Bolloré Logistics.

As such, Bollore inform you that they will no longer publish any content on its website and its various social media pages.

Bollore now invite you to follow all the news from CEVA Logistics on its various channels: FACEBOOK; X; LINKEDIN; YOUTUBE; TIKTOK.

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Huisman has been awarded another contract for the delivery of a Knuckle Boom Crane for a client in the offshore energy market.

This state-of-the-art 550mt Knuckle Boom Crane will be equipped with Huisman’s proprietary secondary-controlled Active Heave Compensation System, which features the latest technology in load control for various offshore environments and energy management. The crane’s boom is optimised for versatile operations on a pipelay vessel, offering an extended reach ideal for lifting objects onto the pipelay tower.

Huisman’s scope of work includes the complete range of engineering, production, installation, and testing, with a turnkey delivery from its facility in Schiedam, the Netherlands.

This project reaffirms Huisman’s dedication to providing innovative and reliable lifting solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support the sustainable growth of the offshore energy industry.

This contract marks Huisman’s third significant Knuckle Boom Crane contract announced this year, demonstrating the strong demand for its advanced lifting technology. This is further emphasised by Huisman’s introduction of a new range of Knuckle Boom Cranes, which includes the potential for full electric active heave compensation. This cutting-edge feature uses patented technology to store energy in the vessel’s spinning reserve energy storage system, offering improved operational efficiency and sustainability.

These new cranes are designed to meet the growing demands of the offshore industry, ensuring reliable performance in various environmental conditions while minimising energy consumption. With these innovations, Huisman continues to set the standard for lifting technology, ensuring clients can achieve their project goals with greater efficiency and a lower environmental impact.

Key features of the Knuckle Boom Crane: Active heave compensated deepwater main hoist and auxiliary hoist; Main hoist block catcher; 550mt maximum lifting capacity; Huisman proprietary secondary controlled hydraulics drive system; 54 meters maximum reach.

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Huisman has been awarded another contract for the delivery of a Knuckle Boom Crane for a client in the offshore energy market.

This state-of-the-art 550mt Knuckle Boom Crane will be equipped with Huisman’s proprietary secondary-controlled Active Heave Compensation System, which features the latest technology in load control for various offshore environments and energy management. The crane’s boom is optimised for versatile operations on a pipelay vessel, offering an extended reach ideal for lifting objects onto the pipelay tower.

Huisman’s scope of work includes the complete range of engineering, production, installation, and testing, with a turnkey delivery from its facility in Schiedam, the Netherlands.

This project reaffirms Huisman’s dedication to providing innovative and reliable lifting solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support the sustainable growth of the offshore energy industry.

This contract marks Huisman’s third significant Knuckle Boom Crane contract announced this year, demonstrating the strong demand for its advanced lifting technology. This is further emphasised by Huisman’s introduction of a new range of Knuckle Boom Cranes, which includes the potential for full electric active heave compensation. This cutting-edge feature uses patented technology to store energy in the vessel’s spinning reserve energy storage system, offering improved operational efficiency and sustainability.

These new cranes are designed to meet the growing demands of the offshore industry, ensuring reliable performance in various environmental conditions while minimising energy consumption. With these innovations, Huisman continues to set the standard for lifting technology, ensuring clients can achieve their project goals with greater efficiency and a lower environmental impact.

Key features of the Knuckle Boom Crane: Active heave compensated deepwater main hoist and auxiliary hoist; Main hoist block catcher; 550mt maximum lifting capacity; Huisman proprietary secondary controlled hydraulics drive system; 54 meters maximum reach.

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Sarens, the global leader in crane rental services, heavy lifting, and engineered transport, successfully executed the SOFIA OCP Jacket and Topside Weighing and Loadout project.

This project, in partnership with RWE & GE and managed by Seatrium, took place at the Seatrium Yard in Batam, Indonesia. The Loadout campaign spanned from May 25, 2024, to June 15, 2024.

The project centred around the Offshore Converter Platform (OCP), crucial for the HVDC electrical system of the Sofia Offshore Windfarm. The OCP converts energy from wind turbines into direct current (DC) power and transmits it to shore. This supports the windfarm at Dogger Bank in the southern North Sea, capable of generating up to 1200 MW of green energy.

Sarens provided a complete package of services, including manpower, engineering, mooring winches, weighing equipment, and 524 axles with 18 PPU Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) for the weighing and loadout.

The project’s highlight was transporting and loading the massive OCP Topside (14.000 tonnes, 57 meters high) and the OCP Jacket (5.250 tonnes, 51 meters high). To date, the move is the heaviest of a topside in Southeast Asia, and historically, one of the heaviest to have ever been performed in the world. The sheer size and weight posed significant challenges. Despite disruptions in the Red Sea, Sarens’ expert logistics team ensured timely delivery and maintenance of all equipment.

With 28 crew members at peak, the team navigated challenges, including the rainy season’s impact on ground preparation, ensuring project success.

This project showcases Sarens’ unparalleled expertise in handling large-scale, complex transport and loadout operations. Selected for its international experience and long-standing client relationship since 2021, Sarens overcame logistical hurdles to deliver a successful project.

Sarens’ performance reaffirms its position as a trusted partner in heavy lifting and transport, capable of delivering exceptional results in the most demanding conditions.

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Sarens, the global leader in crane rental services, heavy lifting, and engineered transport, successfully executed the SOFIA OCP Jacket and Topside Weighing and Loadout project.

This project, in partnership with RWE & GE and managed by Seatrium, took place at the Seatrium Yard in Batam, Indonesia. The Loadout campaign spanned from May 25, 2024, to June 15, 2024.

The project centred around the Offshore Converter Platform (OCP), crucial for the HVDC electrical system of the Sofia Offshore Windfarm. The OCP converts energy from wind turbines into direct current (DC) power and transmits it to shore. This supports the windfarm at Dogger Bank in the southern North Sea, capable of generating up to 1200 MW of green energy.

Sarens provided a complete package of services, including manpower, engineering, mooring winches, weighing equipment, and 524 axles with 18 PPU Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) for the weighing and loadout.

The project’s highlight was transporting and loading the massive OCP Topside (14.000 tonnes, 57 meters high) and the OCP Jacket (5.250 tonnes, 51 meters high). To date, the move is the heaviest of a topside in Southeast Asia, and historically, one of the heaviest to have ever been performed in the world. The sheer size and weight posed significant challenges. Despite disruptions in the Red Sea, Sarens’ expert logistics team ensured timely delivery and maintenance of all equipment.

With 28 crew members at peak, the team navigated challenges, including the rainy season’s impact on ground preparation, ensuring project success.

This project showcases Sarens’ unparalleled expertise in handling large-scale, complex transport and loadout operations. Selected for its international experience and long-standing client relationship since 2021, Sarens overcame logistical hurdles to deliver a successful project.

Sarens’ performance reaffirms its position as a trusted partner in heavy lifting and transport, capable of delivering exceptional results in the most demanding conditions.

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Bertling are excited to welcome Shereeza Zaman to their team in Guyana as the General Manager for their Joint Venture.

Shereeza brings over 25 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry, having worked with leading companies such as Crowley, King Ocean, Tropical, and PasCargo. Her extensive expertise in project and GFF-oriented transportation across all modes makes her a valuable addition to Bertling’s team.

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Bertling are excited to welcome Shereeza Zaman to their team in Guyana as the General Manager for their Joint Venture.

Shereeza brings over 25 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry, having worked with leading companies such as Crowley, King Ocean, Tropical, and PasCargo. Her extensive expertise in project and GFF-oriented transportation across all modes makes her a valuable addition to Bertling’s team.

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Marr Contracting has returned to Hinkley Point C after being awarded the contract to deliver specialised heavy lifting crane services for the construction of Hinkley Point C’s Unit 2 Turbine Hall.

After previously working with Balfour Beatty on the Hinkley Point C Tunnelling and Marine Project, Marr were approached by EDF to develop a lifting strategy that would deliver improvements to the planned construction strategy.

Following a solution-led selection process, Marr was awarded the lifting contract by joint venture partners, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O’Rourke (BYLOR) who were awarded the contract to deliver the main civil engineering and construction works on the EDF project in 2017.

Addressing the primary challenge of how to accelerate construction on what is an incredibly complex and congested site, Marr’s unique and simple approach ­– using a single M2480D heavy lift luffing crane installed centrally within the Unit 2 Turbine Hall – provides the heavy lifting capacity, reach and coverage required while at the same time improving productivity and reducing site congestion.

With the ability to lift in main trusses weighing up to 122 tonnes and the ability to reach all building steel work from a single position, the simplified craneage solution reduced interfaces with the wider project and the need for multi-location rig and de-rigging activities that would have been required using alternative methods.

“Putting the M2480D inside the building means there’s far less disruption to other teams in the vicinity. We previously had to work around the movements of the crawler cranes and during a series of workshops, we identified this solution as one of the biggest things we could improve on, learning from our experiences on Unit 1,” said HPC Project Manager, David Wylie.

The M2480D also provides the flexibility to operate as a high-volume general construction crane while also lifting in 70-tonne pre-cast components as part of a varied cycle of operations.

With the ability to operate in wind speeds of up to 20 meters per second, the M2480D’s significantly higher availability will also address the challenges that comes with the constant risk of high winds due to Hinkley Point C’s coastal location.

“It’s great to be returning to Hinkley Point C with a craneage solution that has significantly reduced complexity and will allow the focus to shift off the crane to productivity on the project,” said Steve Ryder, General Manager – International, Marr Contracting.

Marr’s M2480D working on the project was installed in early April 2024 and is expected to be onsite until 2026.

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Marr Contracting has returned to Hinkley Point C after being awarded the contract to deliver specialised heavy lifting crane services for the construction of Hinkley Point C’s Unit 2 Turbine Hall.

After previously working with Balfour Beatty on the Hinkley Point C Tunnelling and Marine Project, Marr were approached by EDF to develop a lifting strategy that would deliver improvements to the planned construction strategy.

Following a solution-led selection process, Marr was awarded the lifting contract by joint venture partners, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O’Rourke (BYLOR) who were awarded the contract to deliver the main civil engineering and construction works on the EDF project in 2017.

Addressing the primary challenge of how to accelerate construction on what is an incredibly complex and congested site, Marr’s unique and simple approach ­– using a single M2480D heavy lift luffing crane installed centrally within the Unit 2 Turbine Hall – provides the heavy lifting capacity, reach and coverage required while at the same time improving productivity and reducing site congestion.

With the ability to lift in main trusses weighing up to 122 tonnes and the ability to reach all building steel work from a single position, the simplified craneage solution reduced interfaces with the wider project and the need for multi-location rig and de-rigging activities that would have been required using alternative methods.

“Putting the M2480D inside the building means there’s far less disruption to other teams in the vicinity. We previously had to work around the movements of the crawler cranes and during a series of workshops, we identified this solution as one of the biggest things we could improve on, learning from our experiences on Unit 1,” said HPC Project Manager, David Wylie.

The M2480D also provides the flexibility to operate as a high-volume general construction crane while also lifting in 70-tonne pre-cast components as part of a varied cycle of operations.

With the ability to operate in wind speeds of up to 20 meters per second, the M2480D’s significantly higher availability will also address the challenges that comes with the constant risk of high winds due to Hinkley Point C’s coastal location.

“It’s great to be returning to Hinkley Point C with a craneage solution that has significantly reduced complexity and will allow the focus to shift off the crane to productivity on the project,” said Steve Ryder, General Manager – International, Marr Contracting.

Marr’s M2480D working on the project was installed in early April 2024 and is expected to be onsite until 2026.

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Energy and marine consultancy ABL has been awarded a contract by INELFE (INterconexión ELéctrica Francia-España) to provide marine warranty survey (MWS) services to oversee the offshore transportation and installation (T&I) of the Biscay interconnector between France and Spain.

INELFE is the joint company set up by the French and Spanish electricity transmission system operators, Réseau de Transport d’Électricité and Red Eléctrica de España, and is responsible for building and activating the French-Spanish interconnectors (first Baixas-Santa Llogaia and now Biscay Gulf) to increase the interchange capacity between the Iberian Peninsula and the rest of Europe.

The project, co-financed by the European Union, is a PCI (Project of Common Interest) and consists of installing the interconnections between the Gatika substation near Bilbao, Spain and the Cubnezais substation in the French region of Aquitaine. It will consist of four cables, two per link. It will have a transmission capacity of 2 x 1,000 MW. In total, almost 400 km of land and mainly subsea interconnector cables using High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology will be installed.

“Interconnectors play an increasingly crucial role in our modern energy systems. They enhance our energy security, improve cost and energy efficiency, and facilitate greater renewable energy integration into electrical systems. Our track-record covers experience supporting the construction of some of the world’s most significant interconnector projects in Europe, Americas, Middle East and Asia Pacific. In short, we have the experience and the technical expertise to support this challenging project.” Hugues Delanoue, Managing Director of ABL in France.

ABL’s scope of work includes the technical document review of all procedures, drawings and calculations relating to warranted operations, suitability survey of the proposed fleet including dynamic positioning (DP) trials where relevant, and on-site attendance at the offshore operations.

The project has been awarded to ABL’s operations in France, based in Paris. It will be supported by ABL’s MWS teams in both France and Spain.

“70% of ABL France’s work is supporting renewable energy and energy transition technology development, including subsea interconnectors. This project aligns with who we are and what we stand for, and we will apply our technical expertise and market-leading track-record in marine warranty survey, to help strengthen energy supply for more people and more homes.” Continues Hugues Delanoue.

ABL is part of Oslo-listed consultancy ABL Group ASA and specialises in market-leading marine warranty services, marine assurance and risk, maritime consultancy services, and engineering and consultancy.

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Energy and marine consultancy ABL has been awarded a contract by INELFE (INterconexión ELéctrica Francia-España) to provide marine warranty survey (MWS) services to oversee the offshore transportation and installation (T&I) of the Biscay interconnector between France and Spain.

INELFE is the joint company set up by the French and Spanish electricity transmission system operators, Réseau de Transport d’Électricité and Red Eléctrica de España, and is responsible for building and activating the French-Spanish interconnectors (first Baixas-Santa Llogaia and now Biscay Gulf) to increase the interchange capacity between the Iberian Peninsula and the rest of Europe.

The project, co-financed by the European Union, is a PCI (Project of Common Interest) and consists of installing the interconnections between the Gatika substation near Bilbao, Spain and the Cubnezais substation in the French region of Aquitaine. It will consist of four cables, two per link. It will have a transmission capacity of 2 x 1,000 MW. In total, almost 400 km of land and mainly subsea interconnector cables using High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology will be installed.

“Interconnectors play an increasingly crucial role in our modern energy systems. They enhance our energy security, improve cost and energy efficiency, and facilitate greater renewable energy integration into electrical systems. Our track-record covers experience supporting the construction of some of the world’s most significant interconnector projects in Europe, Americas, Middle East and Asia Pacific. In short, we have the experience and the technical expertise to support this challenging project.” Hugues Delanoue, Managing Director of ABL in France.

ABL’s scope of work includes the technical document review of all procedures, drawings and calculations relating to warranted operations, suitability survey of the proposed fleet including dynamic positioning (DP) trials where relevant, and on-site attendance at the offshore operations.

The project has been awarded to ABL’s operations in France, based in Paris. It will be supported by ABL’s MWS teams in both France and Spain.

“70% of ABL France’s work is supporting renewable energy and energy transition technology development, including subsea interconnectors. This project aligns with who we are and what we stand for, and we will apply our technical expertise and market-leading track-record in marine warranty survey, to help strengthen energy supply for more people and more homes.” Continues Hugues Delanoue.

ABL is part of Oslo-listed consultancy ABL Group ASA and specialises in market-leading marine warranty services, marine assurance and risk, maritime consultancy services, and engineering and consultancy.

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Rhenus Warehousing Solutions has gained the C&A fashion chain as a new customer at its business site in Hückelhoven.

C&A will make use of Rhenus’ consolidation and deconsolidation services from now on and utilise the facility as the central hub for its business activities in Europe.

C&A currently operates 1,300 stores in Europe and is one of the leading providers of clothing. The family business will make use of Rhenus Warehousing Solution’s skills and experience in consolidating and deconsolidating its goods at the Rhenus business site in Hückelhoven with immediate effect. Many of the items arrive at Hückelhoven as ocean freight. Overall, the business site will act as C&A’s central hub for Europe and serve all its European distribution centres. “The fashion market is currently undergoing momentous change – away from collections that are planned a long time in advance to production that is geared towards demand. This is also creating new and much more complex challenges for logistics operations. Following the initial discussions, it was clear to us that Rhenus and particularly the team in Hückelhoven have the right skills and the correct degree of customer orientation to work with us and achieve our goals in this challenging environment,” says Alvaro Ranz, the Head of Inbound Logistics and Supply Planning at C&A, recalling the recent past. The modern logistics centre has 120,000 square metres of interior warehouse space and is ideally located at important transport intersections through its proximity to the Dutch border. The logistics specialist serves the following sectors at its multi-user facility: e-commerce, electronics & high-tech, industry, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals & health care as well as retail & fashion.

“We’re very proud to be able to welcome C&A as a new customer and we’re looking forward to a successful, long-term partnership,” says Andreas Meyer, a member of the management team at Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Germany. “The undertaking given by a company with such international business operations to handle its warehouse logistics at our business site in Hückelhoven is a confirmation of the quality of our services and our infrastructure.” At the same time, the cooperation arrangement with C&A will have positive effects on the Hückelhoven region: it will create many new jobs and help strengthen the local economy. Thanks to their cooperation, Rhenus and C&A are reinforcing their dedication to pursue future-oriented logistics solutions.

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As offshore wind turbines continue to grow to achieve greater efficiency, so too are their components.

This means that the vessels used for their installation and maintenance must undergo upgrades to handle these larger components.

When the Van Oord-owned vessel Svanen received a major upgrade, a key element was the fitting of a bigger A-Frame. This would enable it to install larger, next generation monopile foundations for offshore wind turbines at sea.

Weighing 960 tonnes, measuring 26 meters in width and 30 meters in height, the new A-Frame would increase the total height of the Svanen to 125 meters.

With few cranes in the world capable of the lift at the 65-meter height to clear the vessel’s deck, the PTC ring crane was perfect for the job – it allowed the frame to be prefabricated and lifted as a complete unit.

This not only allowed for safer assembly of the A-Frame, but dramatically reduced the downtime of the offshore wind vessel. A project that could take a year was completed in a few months and the heavy lift was executed in just one week, thanks to close collaboration between Mammoet and Van Oord.

Mammoet was approached to support with two elements of the project. The first was the transportation and lifting of the three key components that made up the A-Frame.

These were fabricated by Holland Shipyards at two separate warehouses near Rotterdam, before being shipped by inland vessels to Mammoet’s quayside headquarters in Schiedam.

Once in Schiedam, the A-Frame was offloaded onto Mammoet Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) and moved to a laydown area.

For this whole phase, a combination of gantry masts, crawler cranes, a 250-tonne harbor crane and floating sheerlegs were utilized.

The second stage was the main PTC hoist. This saw the assembled A-Frame driven 66 meters using 64 axle lines of SPMT trailer and parked on a temporary support, ready for the PTC to perform the hoist.

The configuration of the PTC ring crane to perform the lift was 107 meters of main boom, 67 meters of luffing jib, and more than 4,000 tonnes of counterweight.

The biggest challenge for the engineering team was establishing how different parts fabricated at two separate locations would behave as an integrated component.

It wasn’t possible to precisely know its final weight, nor its exact center of gravity. Julian Alkemade, Project Manager at Mammoet, explains:

“We were able to estimate a certain weight before putting it on a vessel and shipping it to Schiedam for final assembly, but you always have the issue that if you combine those parts together, weld them together, bolt them together, you are unsure of what the exact weight will be. There is always deviation within a certain percentage.”

Because of this, the team performed a weighing operation on the A-Frame once it was assembled. They also planned two separate rigging configurations, with the direction to be taken resting on the results of the weighing.

“Between the hook of the crane and the A-Frame itself there is a lot of steel, shackles and grommets, so we had two plans,” adds Alkemade. “The weighing campaign was a very important, and integral, part of the process. It determined whether we used longer/shorter grommets, larger/smaller shackles, or changed the lifting eyes.”

Installation of the A-Frame took just one week. The efficiency of this offshore wind energy project was due to Mammoet’s close relationship with the customer facilitating easy access to the crane, and the fact the PTC ring crane made it possible for the frame to be installed in a single heavy lift. It enabled a safer and more efficient plug-and-play solution.

“We are currently supporting Van Oord with a number of developments in the offshore wind power sector to support the efficient handling of monopiles”, said Remco Zandstra, Commercial Manager at Mammoet.

“By engaging early during the project, we were able to ensure the right equipment was reserved for this unique project. We are proud to support Van Oord’s impressive ambitions within the wider energy transition.”

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Express Global Logistics (EXG), member to the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) in India, has proudly completed the transportation and load-out of 14 critical modules in the southern part of India for the world’s largest green hydrogen energy project in Saudi Arabia.

Each module, weighing up to 250 ton, was meticulously moved and positioned using SPMT configurations comprising 48 axles and 2 PPUs with specially designed spacers. The intricate operation involved transporting 14 heavy modules from a designated yard to the designated jetty using Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs).

Module specifications: Number of modules: 14; Weight range: 250 MT; Each module dimensions: 50 x 12 x 18 meters; Total freight tonnage (FRT): 1500 MT.

Load-Out operations: 1. Roll-On/Roll-Off (RoRo) operations: Modules handled: 8

Procedure: The modules were securely loaded onto the RoRo vessel on SPMT using ramp plates and pre-placed stools. The vessel’s stability was ensured with the ballast method. Once in place, the modules were thoroughly secured, making them ready for the voyage.

2. Lift-On/Lift-Off operations: Procedure: The remaining 6 modules were transported to the designated jetty on SPMTs, where they were precisely lifted and placed on the deck by efficient crawler cranes.

Challenges tackled and solutions implemented:Innovative spacer combination: EXG introduced an in-house designed spacer combination for the SPMTs, resolving the length and facilitating the loadout of PAR and PAU modules without compromising the integrity of the module structures.

Vessel structure protrusion: EXG managed the higher loadout ramp height caused by vessel structure protrusions using Scheuerle axles. Continuous coordination with the vessel ballast team was essential in maintaining precise operational windows.

Precision unloading: The EXG expert team achieved precision unloading on vessel grillages, maintaining a stringent 3% dimension clearance to meet sea voyage specifications.

Mooring winches limitation: EXG adeptly navigated the limitations posed by vessel mooring winches, successfully completing the loadout within a restricted rising tide window.
Conclusion:

“This successful load out operation stands as a testament to EXG’s unparalleled expertise in managing complex logistics and heavy lifting jobs. The seamless execution of this project highlights the exceptional capabilities of our in-house engineering team and operational crew. Their innovative solutions, precise execution, and unwavering commitment ensured that even the most challenging conditions were met with confidence and efficiency.”

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The start of July saw Thomas Niederer (51) step into his new role as Switzerland’s Country Manager for Land Transport at the international transport and logistics company, Gebrüder Weiss.

He succeeds Oskar Kramer (64) who is retiring after 45 years with the company. “Oskar Kramer’s many decades of hard work and dedication have been pivotal in making our company the success it is today, especially in Switzerland. Over recent years he has made a significant impact for us, initially as Branch Manager and more recently as Country Manager Land Transport,” says Wolfram Senger-Weiss, CEO of Gebrüder Weiss, praising Kramer’s service to the company. Kramer has also demonstrated outstanding dedication to the needs of the industry in Eastern Switzerland through his role as Section President of Spedlogswiss, the association of Swiss forwarding and logistics companies, since 2011.

His successor Thomas Niederer has been with the company for some 28 years. His most recent role was as Finance and Accounting Manager West, a position with close links to the national subsidiary. Over the past 15 years, he has been a key player in Gebrüder Weiss’ expansion into Germany, Asia, North America, and his new charge of Switzerland.

“Oskar Kramer leaves us a country organization that is excellently positioned to grow still further,” says Niederer. “I’m looking forward to this new challenge and to working together with the team to continue Gebrüder Weiss’ success story in Switzerland.” The subsidiary is already aiming for new heights: The Pratteln location near Basel is due to be expanded with an automatic high-bay warehouse.

The Alpine republic has been a key market for Gebrüder Weiss for over 130 years. Today, its 220 staff offer all-round solutions covering transport, warehouse, contract, and shipping logistics from its Land Transport locations in Pratteln and Altenrhein on the banks of Lake Constance, and from Zurich for all Air & Sea services.

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TII KAMAG recently invited its European sales partners to its Partner Days at the Aprolis Iberia facility in Madrid.

During the event, industry experts for intra-company transports from the TII Group provided information about current products, new developments and digital tools. Among other things, a number of recent innovations for the KAMAG PrecisionTractor (PT) and KAMAG PrecisionMover (PM) series were presented. In addition, the SPMT PowerHoss was showcased for the first time for use in yard logistics. IT applications such as the TII Partner Community Platform and KAMAG Connect provide decisive advantages for sales and service operations.

Only highly qualified sales partners are able to provide customers with comprehensive advice based on the vehicle manufacturer’s knowledge and to support them before purchasing takes place as well as during the operational life of the vehicle. TII KAMAG’s Partner Days make a significant contribution to ensuring that European sales partners receive this know-how and expertise. This year, the event took place in mid-June in Madrid at the Spanish partner´s Aprolis Iberia facility where the products and digital solutions for yard logistics along with current business and market developments were presented. Furthermore, industry experts for in-house solutions from the TII Group presented the product developments planned for the next two years for the KAMAG PrecisionTractor (PT) terminal tractor and the KAMAG PrecisionMover (PM) swap body transporter series.

One highlight of the Partner Days was the market launch and live presentation of the KAMAG SPMT PowerHoss. As the self-propelled transport modules of this series also offer customers great potential in internal transport operations, the TII Group will now also sell and promote the product under the TII KAMAG brand. The performance characteristics of the KAMAG SPMT PowerHoss are identical to those of the product range from TII SCHEUERLE, the industry expert for on and off-road heavy load transportation. These include the robust design of the pendulum axle chassis, electronic multi-directional steering with all well-known steering programs, integrated power pack and simple use in accordance with the plug-andplay principle. TII KAMAG offers SPMT PowerHoss versions with two, four and six axles for payloads of up to 330 tonnes per module. When coupled together, it is possible to manoeuvre sections weighing up to 1,320 tonnes.

Apart from the vehicles, the focus of the event was the live experience of digital solutions such as the demonstration of the partner platform TII Partner Community. It connects manufacturers, sales and service partners and provides them with essential information for sales, marketing and service of TII KAMAG transport solutions centrally. This includes technical data of the vehicles, prices and delivery times as well as automated warranty processes, knowledge databases and service histories. The experts from TII KAMAG also presented the company’s own telematics system, KAMAG Connect, which is unique in its segment. Telematics significantly simplifies fleet and service management operations for all customers and improves the economic efficiency of the yard logistics fleet. Customers benefit from the range of digital services such as remote diagnosis, smart services, intelligent maintenance and condition monitoring. These make it possible, among other things, to direct the vehicle to the workshop for maintenance and repair work when it least interrupts work operations. KAMAG Connect is available for the KAMAG PT, KAMAG PM and KAMAG ePM.

A guest presentation by DEUTZ AG, a company that also supplies TII KAMAG, provided insights into the current development activities in the classic and green segments as well as into the engine manufacturer’s growing service organisation. In addition, the advantages of the DEUTZ diagnostic tool SerDia 4.0 were presented. The latest version of the diagnostic tool for Deutz engines enables service technicians to work quickly and efficiently with a wide range of inspection and test possibilities thanks to its practical approach.

“The Partner Days were a complete success and have once again shown how important having a direct exchange of information with our sales partners really is,” emphasised Jürgen Haupt, Head of Sales Yard Logistics at TII KAMAG. “Our goal is not only to introduce our partners to our latest products and digital solutions but also to provide them with the necessary knowledge and tools in order to provide the best possible support for our customers. The event in Madrid has therefore made a significant contribution to achieving this goal and making our joint processes even more efficient.”

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Briggs Equipment are delighted to share the exciting news that two Briggs Equipment companies, Aerial Platform Hire and Blulift, have merged and are now operating under the Aerial Platform Hire trading name.

As a specialist powered access provider, Aerial will also assume control of all access hire contracts currently managed by Briggs Equipment in ROI. To ensure a seamless transition, the Briggs ROI hire team will transfer to Aerial and continue to offer the same top-class, personalised service you are used to.

This significant expansion for Aerial is part of Briggs Equipment’s long-term strategic vision to enhance its customer proposition across Ireland. We aim to deliver an unrivalled service that offers the most comprehensive range of high-quality materials handling equipment, powered access, welfare units, commercial vehicles, small tools, parts, and specialist machinery nationwide. We also intend to provide more flexible aftercare and quicker delivery times. Our goal is for every customer to get the equipment you need, when you need it, regardless of your location.

You may already be familiar with the Aerial Platform Hire name. The company has been in business for 45 years and became part of Briggs Equipment in 2022. Aerial’s headquarters are located in Clane, county Kildare, with additional depots in Cork and Limerick. This merger will combine the resources and expertise of several businesses to establish one of Ireland’s premier equipment rental companies.

Aerial has enjoyed an excellent, long-term relationship with leading manufacturers JLG, Genie and JCB, who supplied the bulk of its fleet. The recent expansion has seen the addition of 12 lithium powered LGMG articulated boom lifts and a wide range of new electric, diesel and hybrid platforms for all environments from Sinoboom, Genie, Hinowa, Dingli, Almac, Manitou and JCB. This includes Ireland’s largest selection of spider booms, ranging from 15 to 33 metres.

Speaking about the merger, Aerial Platform Hire General Manager Keith O’Rourke said:“This is a great boost for Aerial Platform Hire and puts us in a fantastic position to offer customers a range of machinery and experience they won’t find anywhere else. The long-term vision of Briggs Equipment promises even more upgrades and I am excited to see where it takes us. We are modernising and improving every week, all of it with the customer experience in mind. We want to deliver the best possible service to all customers, wherever they are, and there is a real desire here to be the benchmark in terms of equipment rental companies in Ireland. As the manager, I am delighted to be leading this initiative and look forward to the continued growth and success of our company, supported by the dedicated and talented team here at Aerial Platform Hire.”

Briggs’s expansion plans don’t end here! Over the coming months, they will add more machinery to the Aerial fleet and upgrade theirr depot network to ensure they can serve you better. Stay connected with Aerial Platform Hire on LinkedIn and Facebook for the latest updates and news.

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