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Mammoet has supported ESTA to establish new stability guidelines for Self-Propelled Modular Trailers (SPMTs) when transporting large and heavy loads.

Leading the project at Mammoet is Ludo Mous, Director of Operations for Europe. With over 30 years of industry experience, Mous has seen the market change and is passionate about enhancing SPMT training and safety.

Mous said: “In the past there were rules of thumb which, for the time, were practical and acceptable to use. However, these days, with transport becoming more complex and reaching greater limits, the calculations for stability must be correct. By creating awareness of these guidelines, we hope to prevent operations being performed with dangerous and critical transports.”

Mammoet was part of ESTA’s first SPMT working group, established in 2016, which created its original Best Practice Guide for SPMT operation. A second, larger workgroup was later formed to review the existing guide and expand on it.

In October 2023, ESTA published new trailer stability guidelines, which will be referenced in the first upcoming revision of the DNV ST-N001 Maritime Operations Standard, published by assurance and risk management experts DNV.

“The core principle of the guidelines is a calculated approach,” explains Mous. “Past guidance was based on a measured stability method. This new method is calculating stability taking into account dynamic factors like braking, acceleration, wind, road camber, and so on.”

To establish the guidelines, testing was carried out by Mammoet on SPMTs at its quayside yard in Schiedam, the Netherlands. It covered aspects such as acceleration, breaking, tilting and emergency stops.

Currently, the group is reviewing a learning outcome that will be used to establish the minimum training requirements for an SPMT operator, further enhancing user knowledge and safety.

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Briggs Equipment is here to keep your business moving with first class service and support.

By being at the forefront of innovation, they can deliver a tailored solution that meets your requirements.

By working closely alongside our manufacturing partners, Briggs Equipment are able to deliver appropriate and innovative solutions.

This includes Hyster, who are an industry leader on the topic of sustainability and continue to push the boundaries when it comes to the research and development of new environmentally friendly solutions and technology. This includes the investment in battery powered trucks.

Businesses spend a lot of money to stand out. Presentation is all important and the attention to detail in maintaining a brand s reputation commands significant investment. However, standing out for all the wrong reasons is something that also comes at a cost.

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Project Logistics Alliance is happy to share that Alexander Global Logistics (AGL), a founding member of the network representing Germany, has successfully completed a shipment from Brazil to Germany.

The shipment is part of a project executed in Brazil by the AGL team in collaboration with Grupo V. Santos, a member of the Project Logistics Alliance representing Brazil, and Bohnet GmbH, the Heavy Haulage Partner of the network based in Germany.

Grupo V. Santos took the lead in Brazil, orchestrating the logistical journey and ensuring a seamless transition from FCA terms in Brazil to DAP terms in Germany. Skillfully managing the complexities of logistics, Grupo V. Santos handled pre-carriage transport in Brazil, coordinated port operations alongside the AGL team, and arranged RORO shipping to Antwerp. Once in Antwerp, the AGL team facilitated a smooth customs process, followed by loading the cargo onto Bohnet’s trucks. Meticulous planning by the AGL team ensured precise, just-in-time pickup in Antwerp, successfully avoiding storage fees and facilitating seamless on-carriage transport to the end customer.

Throughout this challenging process, the expertise and commitment of both AGL and Grupo V Santos played a crucial role in providing reliable services. The project involved handling heavy pieces weighing up to 65 tons and utilizing vehicles measuring up to 35 meters in length for on-carriage transport.

This cross-continental project ignites curiosity about the future logistical challenges that AGL, Grupo V Santos, and Bohnet GmbH will conquer together. With their teams tirelessly working to expand their reach across the globe, the possibilities for all involved seem boundless.

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Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH (EFW), Centre of Excellence for Airbus Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversions, and MRO Japan (MJP), a leading player in Japan’s aerospace maintenance repair & overhaul market, today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate in passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversions.

Under the MOU, MJP will act as a subcontractor for EFW in P2F conversions and provide third party conversion services for the latter’s Airbus A320P2F/A321P2F programmes. With this collaboration, MJP will become Japan’s first conversion site for the new-generation Airbus narrowbody P2F aircraft.

Takashi Takahashi, CEO, MJP, said, “We are very excited about the P2F collaboration and are committed to achieving success together with EFW. We look forward to establishing a long-term strategic cooperation between the two companies for Airbus P2F conversions.”

Japan’s freighter and logistics market size is estimated by industry researchers to expand at a CAGR of 4.2% between 2024-2029, with air freight being the fastest growing market by mode of transport[1]. Compared to road freight, air freight using P2F aircraft provides a more efficient and environmental friendly way of transporting goods. The success of Airbus P2F aircraft which are now flying reliably and efficiently for operators including Yamato Holdings, one of Japan’s largest delivery service companies, reflects an increasing demand for freighters in Japan.

“We look forward to welcoming MJP into our global family of P2F conversion sites. The success of the A321P2F aircraft for our customer FUYO and end customer Yamato Holdings, shows how the narrowbody Airbus P2F platform is a perfect fit for the cargo transportation needs in Japan and the region,” said Jordi Boto, CEO of EFW. “Partnerships with experienced and well-backed solution providers such as MJP will provide the necessary strategic support as we expand our conversion capacity to capture opportunities in the growing Japanese air cargo market.”

EFW’s Airbus A320P2F/A321P2F programmes are developed in collaboration with ST Engineering and Airbus, with EFW holding the Supplemental Type Certificate and leading in the overall programme as well as marketing & sales efforts. To meet the demand for Airbus converted freighters, ST Engineering and EFW set up a network of facilities across Asia Pacific, Europe and the U.S. to carry out conversions for their Airbus P2F programmes, which comprise the A330P2F, A320P2F and A321P2F platforms.

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Central Oceans have established regular shipping services from China to Brazil, together with their partners in Brasil, and they are pleased to announce that they can now provide their clients with one or two scheduled sailings per month.

Their dedicated team has successfully loaded various cargoes this month, including containerized cargoes with cars (Bertling have their own containers and car racking systems!), slagpots for the steel industry, separator drums for the chemical industry, and bulldozers for the mining industry.

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Central Oceans have established regular shipping services from China to Brazil, together with their partners in Brasil, and they are pleased to announce that they can now provide their clients with one or two scheduled sailings per month.

Their dedicated team has successfully loaded various cargoes this month, including containerized cargoes with cars (Bertling have their own containers and car racking systems!), slagpots for the steel industry, separator drums for the chemical industry, and bulldozers for the mining industry.

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OMV Petrom have appointed global energy and marine consultancy ABL to provide Marine Warranty Survey (MWS) services for the construction of Romania’s Neptun Deep Gas Field Project in the Black Sea.

“We are delighted to be awarded by OMV Petrom the opportunity to support this important energy development for Romania and the wider Black Sea. ABL brings significant experience in marine warranty, engineering, consulting and surveying across the Black Sea region. We are also continuously cementing our commitment to the region with the development of our offices in Bulgaria, Turkey and our more recent office opening in Romania.”

Shai Tzucker, ABL’s Managing Director of energy services in Europe and West Africa
The Neptun Deep project is the largest natural gas project in the Romanian Black Sea. Production is expected to start in 2027 contributing to the region’s energy security.

ABL’s London operation has won the contract to provide MWS services to review, survey and approve all operations relating to the Transportation & Installation (T&I) of critical project assets for development of both Domino and Pelican South fields. ABL’s scope of work includes the T&I of the shallow water platform, subsea installation at both fields including a 160 km subsea pipeline from the said platform to the shore.

The shallow water platform will be fabricated at yards in Italy and Indonesia. ABL’s project management will be centralised in London, whilst much of the operational and on-site attendances will be delivered by ABL’s local Black Sea operations. ABL’s wider global team will also support the project’s global supply chain, including its Indonesian operations based in Jakarta and Batam.

“This energy infrastructure project will also play an important role in supporting Europe’s longer-term energy security. As such, we are pleased to offer our capabilities to support the delivery of the project.”

Sergio Leone, MWS Project Manager and Business Development Lead for Europe and Africa
ABL, which is part of Oslo-listed ABL Group ASA, is an independent energy and marine consultancy specializing in solutions to de-risk and drive the energy transition across renewables, maritime and oil and gas sectors.

ABL Romania is hosting an official launch event on Thursday 9th May, from 16:00, to mark the opening of its new office, which is the latest expansion of ABL’s operations in the Black Sea, to support the delivery of the region’s offshore oil & gas projects, whilst supporting the development of Romania’s energy transition strategy.

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Cuchi Shipping, Project Cargo Network members from Vietnam, are glad to report on a local transport they recently completed.

This shipment involved large pipes which weighed a total of 3,014 tons across 2,347 pieces of cargo.
The company successfully arranged for the berthing, discharging and final delivery to a factory site for their client in Vung Tau, Vietnam.

Cuchi Shipping Co Ltd was established in the 1990’s with their Head Office located in Hochiminh City and Branch offices in Hanoi City, Haiphong City, Danang City and Vungtau City. Their facilities include warehouse (bonded and CFS), prime movers, hydraulic trailers, low-bed trailers, barges, tug-boats, tractors, trailers, trucks and vans.

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