News bulletin – tanks and logistics

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TANKS & LOGISTICS

ECTA ON THE PLATFORM

The European Chemical Transport Association (ECTA) has launched its Zero Emissions Knowledge Platform, designed to act as a repository of information to help the European chemical transport industry on its path towards the goal of meeting the emissions reductions targets set for 2030 and 2050. The Platform is a living and interactive website where users can share content, make comments and recommendations and interact via an online forum. It will provide articles, documents, references, relevant data, legislative frameworks, case studies and more.

The Platform, open to all, can be found at https://knowledgeplatform.ecta.com/.

MORE FOR MILKYWAY

Milkyway Chemical Supply Chain Service Co has acquired Jiangxi Xiangwang Logistics, which specialises in the transport of dangerous goods by road and ferry between Guandgong province, China and Hainan Island. Xiangwang was founded in 2005 and has more than 50 vehicles used to transport dangerous goods of classes 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 and 9 as well as hazardous wastes.

Milkyway says the acquisition expands its hazardous chemical transport footprint and further enhances its delivery capabilities. Milkyway plans to develop the island-specific business in Zhoushan Islands and YantaiDalian, to open up a compliant transport mode for chemical connections between islands and the mainland and continue to solve the pain points of the industry.

Milkyway has also recently expanded its dedicated yellow phosphorus business with the opening of a new rail unloading station at Pizhou, Jiangsu province. The facility, operated by Milkyway’s wholly owned subsidiary Malong Guohua Industry & Trade, is the group’s third rail facility in eastern China, which aims to help develop the phosphorus business in the region. www.mwclg.com

RABEN IMPROVES IN SAXONY

Raben Group is undertaking a major expansion of its logistics capacity in northern Germany, currently finalising a 35,800m2 facility in Sarstedt to handle goods from the consumer, automotive and chemicals sectors. The new branch, located just south of Hannover, will replace the older Langenhagen site close to Hannover airport.

“With the modern new building in an excellent location not far from the B6 and A7, we can continue to grow in the Hannover logistics region and further expand our national general cargo network,” says branch manager Felix Thiele. “Since we can offer all services from a single source, time-consuming coordination processes at the interfaces are no more necessary. We can flexibly adapt to customer requirements and ensure efficient and secure handling of goods.”

The new facility, scheduled to open during the third quarter, offers 27,000 m2 of logistics space and 5,500 m2 for transhipment activities. The warehouse will be used for the receipt, storage, scheduling and picking of goods for its contract customers. www.raben-group.com

LESCHACO OPENS IN PERU

Leschaco has formally opened its new branch in Peru, which was established in February and expands the Germany-based logistics service provider’s international network up to 23 countries. Leschaco has been in Latin America for 40 years, with existing operations in Brazil, Chile and Mexico, and it saw the Peruvian market as a logical extension based on recent sustained growth.

The new Peruvian subsidiary offers integrated logistics services, ocean and air freight transport, warehousing and contract logistics, tank container transport, intermodal transport, as well as 4PL and customised logistics services. Leschaco is a recognised specialist in the chemical industry and other complex and sensitive sectors where quality and compliance are key.

“We are ready to grow our business in the Peruvian market by building trustful and long-standing relationships with our customers and business partners along the supply chain,” says Constantin Conrad, CDO of Leschaco Group.

In other news, Leschaco has received a Silver award from environmental assessment firm EcoVadis, for the fourth time in a row, though with a four-point improvement in its score since its last audit. “EcoVadis offers a very good solution for monitoring sustainability in global supply chains,” says Thomas Liberoudis, head of quality, safety and environment at Leschaco. “The company uses its innovative technology and sustainability expertise to help us implement and monitor sustainable practices.” www.leschaco.com

RHENUS ADDS DELHI SITE

Rhenus Warehousing Solutions has opened a new multi-user chemical warehouse in Gurgaon, in the New Delhi area of India, in response to increasing demand for the storage and distribution of chemicals and other hazardous materials.

“The increasing demand in the field of chemical products will affect the need for safe distribution and warehousing solutions in India. At Rhenus, we’re confronting this market development by expanding our capacity in the country and therefore offering our international clients attractive business opportunities,” says Marcus Fornell, director of Rhenus Warehousing Solutions India. “Modern and sustainable warehouse solutions are one of many elements in our overall package of services for supply chains.”

The new facility offers 20,000 m2 of space, fitted with safety systems to allow the storage of hazardous goods of classes 5, 6, 8 and 9. Rhenus has also addresses sustainability at the site through the use of battery-powered trucks and forklifts, light-permeable plastic sheeting and a passive ventilation system. www.rhenus.group

HUPAC PROMOTES POLAND

Hupac’s new rail terminal in Poland is due to be completed this month. The Hupac Terminal Brwinów is sited some 15 km south-west of Warsaw and covers 14 ha, with 42,000 m2 of transhipment yard and four loading tracks of at least 750 m each. Operations are scheduled to start in the autumn, offering transhipment of containers between road and rail for all types of intermodal units, including those carrying chemical products.

“The terminal project is developed with a step-by-step approach. In a first phase, the loading units will be handled by reach-stackers. In a second phase, three more transhipment tracks will be added, as well as high performance gantry cranes,” says Diana Batko, terminal manager. www.hupac.ch

TRIMAC GETS CLEANER

Trimac Transportation has acquired Tank Wash USA, which operates a six-bay chemical and foodgrade tank cleaning facility in Markham, Illinois. Existing management and staff will stay with the operation as it is integrated into Trimac’s National Tank Services (NTS) business. Trimac now has more than 30 maintenance and tank cleaning locations across North America.

“This acquisition expands our presence in the Chicago market, enabling us to in-source washes currently performed at third-party facilities and continue to grow in the Midwest,” says Matt Faure, president/CEO of Trimac. “We look forward to continuing the positive relationships that have been built with customers over the years.” www.trimac.com

THAI TIME FOR DEN HARTOGH

Den Hartogh Thailand has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Thai MMA, a joint venture between Mitsubishi Chemical and Siam Cement Group that specialises in the manufacture of methyl methacrylate for use in the construction, automotive, electrical and acrylic paint sectors. Den Hartogh says the signing of the MoU “underpins the confidence and trust between both like-minded companies who want to further strengthen their safety commitment and to grow business volumes together”. apac.denhartogh.com