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From 21 May 2022, anyone operating a light goods vehicle and/or trailer
in May 2022 and operators working internationally must be
between 2.5 and 3.5 tons in an EU member state will be required to
prepared to avoid costly consequences. To help operators
have a goods vehicle operator’s licence. The changes will apply to anyone
understand how this legislation may affect their business, Logistics UK
operating a light goods vehicle for hire or reward (goods, not owned by
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the operator, being transported for payment).
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DO FALLING UK ROAD FREIGHT PRICES SIGNAL
EASING OF THE HGV DRIVER SHORTAGE?
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ew industry data reveals that haulage price-per-mile index
More than 30,000 drivers entered or reentered the industry during the
fell below courier figures for the first time in 11 months, but
third quarter of 2021. Women are also being encouraged to take up
industry costs remain high.
driving positions, with better pay packages and conditions now on offer.
As the haulage capacity crunch shows signs of subsiding, the TEG Road
More work to do
Transport Price Index for haulage vehicles has fallen below the courier
Last month, executive director of the Road Haulage Association (RHA),
vehicles index for the first time since March 2021. This suggests that
Rod McKenzie, warned that there was still a 85,000 shortfall in drivers.
HGV drivers are slightly less in demand than in previous months, with a surge in driving tests meaning more drivers on the road. The combined
The RHA recently issued a Spring Statement to the Chancellor, detailing
index (for both haulage and courier vehicles) supports this trend,
further actions it deems necessary for the health of the industry. These
dropping 6.7 points since January and following the same pattern as in
include maintaining the fuel duty freeze for another two years, investing
previous years.
in overnight facilities for drivers and greater flexibility on how training budgets can be used.
However, the index is still at its highest mark for February since TEG records began in 2019, up 11.4 points against February 2021. Comparing
And prospective drivers will also need to be reassured that Brexit
just the haulage index year on year, the difference is even more stark: this
bureaucracy will not cause them long delays, loss of income and even
February’s index is some 14 points higher than it was in February 2021.
mental health issues. Lengthy queues of lorries on the way to Dover recently attracted widespread media coverage and McKenzie told
Clearly then, industry costs are still extremely high, particularly when
drivers to expect regular delays of three to four hours.
record inflation and fuel prices are taken into consideration. As we all know, inflation and fuel
Is the haulage capacity crunch over?
prices are higher than they’ve ever
Supply chain issues and dry fuel pumps last year forced the government
been – and events in Ukraine and
into action on the haulage capacity crisis. The wide-ranging government
global instability will only add to
response to the crisis – including driver bootcamps and relaxed rules
that. But the haulage index falling
on testing – has certainly helped to improve the situation somewhat.
behind the courier index is certainly a positive sign in terms of the HGV
The lifting of Covid-19 restrictions has also meant fewer driver absences
driver crisis. Yes there’s plenty more that can be done, as the RHA have
because of Covid-19 self-isolation, and made it possible to process more
rightly pointed out, but the important thing is that the will to act is there
licence applications and tests.
and previous government measures seem to be having an impact. Lyall Cresswell, CEO, Transport Exchange Group
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Despite fuel prices and various other indicators going up in February,
About the index
the TEG Road Transport Price Index went down – the movement of
The TEG Road Transport Price Index tracks changes in the pricing of
the TEG index wasn’t wholly unexpected as that’s what it has done
road transport services, based on millions of aggregated and anonymised
in the past three years. However, although the TEG index is still at a
transactions between thousands of transport companies.
completely different level to previous years, the rate of decrease at the start of 2022 is sharper than it has been in other years. Let’s hope this
The methodology
is a good omen for inflation generally!
• The TEG Road Transport Price Index is an arithmetic weighted series,
Kirsten Tisdale, director of logistics consultants, Aricia Limited; Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport
tracking price-per-mile each month against a base of January 2019. • Weighting is applied according to the mileage mix from each vehicle type using the Paasche formula. This ensures each month’s price-per-mile figure is accurately compared with the base month.
The data • Data is gathered from completed transactions on the TEG platforms, then aggregated and anonymised • PPM (price-per-mile) is calculated as the average of all completed orders, excluding 0 values • PPM = (sum order values) / (sum order miles) • Sample size is circa 2m orders per annum, from circa 8,000 participants FORWARDER magazine
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COVID-19 RECOVERY
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ZERO-COVID LOCKDOWNS IN CHINA SPUR CHAOS 23 MARCH 2022
AS SHIPPERS PREPARE FOR PRODUCE-SHIPPING SEASON
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s the global supply chain prepared to recover from the
The platform data of Container xChange shows that the average prices
collateral damage caused by COVID in 2022, China lockdowns
of 40 ft high cube cargo worthy containers at the port of Shenzhen
hit the industry back at a time when the companies prepared
dropped by 12.4% from $5887 on 27 February to $5154 on 20 March
to kick off the produce shipping season (April-July). Disruptions, one
2022. For a 20 ft cargo worthy DC at Shenzhen, these prices fell by
after the other, are taking the capacity away from the market.
18.8% from $2800 on 15 February to $2272 on 20 March.
As a result of the Zero COVID strategy in China, many factories reopen
At the port of Ningbo, the average prices for 40 ft cargo worthy HC
while others further go into shut down. Historically, this time of the year
containers dropped by 15.8% from $5930 on 14 February to $4990 on
is crucial for most companies as they begin to ship fresh production in
20 March 2022 and for 20 ft cargo worthy DC the prices dropped by
preparation of the early peak season. Lockdowns in China will not just
13.5% from $2603 on 14 February to $2251 on 20 March 2022.
be a production slowdown, but also a slowdown of cargo movement, both being detrimental to the supply chain. While the ports in the United
At the port of Qingdao, the average prices for 40 ft cargo worthy HC
States will not feel the pinch before 3-5 weeks until the backlog improves.
containers dropped by 12% from $5420 on 26 February to $4748 on 20 March 2022 and for 20 ft cargo worthy DC the prices dropped by 12.5%
In the past one month, from February to March, average container
from $2360 on 26 February to $2064 on 20 March 2022.
prices have declined from 12-18% at ports of Shenzhen, Qingdao and Ningbo amongst others. Going by how the average prices developed last year after the Ningbo port shut down (July –August 2021), we expect
China–US Traffic to complicate further if lockdowns were to persist
the prices to increase in the long run. Zooming in, these average prices
If persisted, the lockdowns will delay container movement
are expected to decline for a few days or weeks as these ports in China
significantly at these ports which will have the maximum impact on
experience restricted exports, while still importing. Once the Chinese
the US shipments. Looking in the long term, this will add create more
ports fully resume operations, there will be pressure to deliver more
chaos as rates climb higher, capacity tightens and shipments delay. The
containers which will lead to rise in average container prices in the next
shippers will need to plan their cargo much more in advance in 2022
few months as the industry inches closer to the pre-peak season. What
than the last year, given the geopolitical scenario, the upcoming US West
remains to be seen is whether the prices reach the old highs.
coast contract negotiations in July and the rail route disruptions. Dr. Johannes Schlingmeier, cofounder & CEO, Container xChange
12-18% decline in average container prices in China So far, the impact on average container prices is limited. As the Shenzhen
If industry reports are to be believed, the last negotiation in 2014-15
city officials announce resuming of transportation and factories from
had led to four to five months of slowdown at the west coast ports.
COVID induced lockdowns, industry analysts are positive about the minimum impact this this hiccup would have on the overall supply chain. FORWARDER magazine
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COVID-19 RECOVERY NEWS 12 APRIL 2022
FIVE KEY CURRENT
FREIGHT & SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTORS Significant ongoing challenges include China’s zero-Covid
In Shenzhen, some of the country’s most important manufacturers
strategy, the war in Ukraine, continuing high rates and fuel costs,
had to temporarily shut in March; in Changchun, an industrial hub that
ocean freight market concentration and a switch to ‘just-in-case’
accounted for about 11% of China’s total annual car output in 2020,
inventory management, says Metro Shipping’s Grant Liddell
automakers were forced to close; and then Shanghai, China’s largest
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city of 26 million people, went into lockdown. ince the early days of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted global supply chains, creating shortages and irregular
The concern is that continuation of the strategy is likely to have a
supply of goods, even though ships, trains, trucks and planes
dampening effect on China’s domestic growth, which will translate more
continued to run, to the best of their ability. The infrastructure that supports global supply chain operations has struggled to absorb the continuing impacts emanating from COVID-19, including the need for urgent PPE, sustained spikes in consumer demand, idled factories, COVID-safe working regimes and workers getting sick or forced to work from home, through localised lockdowns, globally.
widely as impact on global trade – 80% of which moves on container ships.
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine Energy prices have soared since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, increasing costs for every mode of transport, with rising
prices and emergency surcharges. Food supplies are under threat because both countries are big producers
The result has been shortages of shipping containers in the right
of wheat and fertiliser. They are also key exporters of industrial raw
places, carrier schedules that are completely disrupted by weeks, long
materials, including nickel, lumber and neon gas, which is vital for making
delivery delays, a shortage of first mile/last mile truck drivers, a
semiconductors, a critical component in automotive manufacturing.
sustained period of soaring freight rates and, inevitably, higher prices for consumers. And now, we have the uncertainty created by Russia’s
More than 2,100 US companies and 1,200 European organisations have
war in Ukraine and China’s zero-COVID strategy complicating trade in
at least one direct supplier in Russia, and the total reaches 300,000 when
the region – both of which increase supply chain uncertainty and costs.
indirect suppliers are included. With sanctions blocking commerce with
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Russia, companies are scrambling to find suppliers elsewhere, as well as sea
China’s zero-COVID strategy
and air routings that avoid the conflict zone altogether. That is before Ukraine
China is the world’s most important manufacturing hub and
manufacturers which are essential to many industries, such as the automotive
home to six of the 10 largest container ports.
sector, are considered as they are unable to operate in the current conflict.
While most countries have decided to learn to live with the coronavirus, China has maintained its zero-COVID policy, where even small outbreaks can shut down large population centres and slow economic activity.
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The impact on freight rates At the peak of the COVID supply chain strains in October 2021, ocean carrier spot rates had risen ten-fold on a year earlier on
many global lanes, including the important Asia to Europe trade.
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The FAK / Spot market cost for a 40’ container on the Asia-North
US and European regulators have raised questions about constrained
Europe route has fallen since then in the first quarter of 2022, but that’s
competition, and while politicians might like to complain about the
a typical move after CNY and rates are still more than double what they
carriers, the global nature of the industry means it’s mostly beyond the
were a year earlier – largely due to blanked sailings and carrier capacity
reach of national regulators, who are unlikely to be able to do much
adjustments, along with continued disruption to shipping line schedules,
to control prices. If there were action taken, in suspending carriers
caused by a plethora of market dynamics.
for their conduct, the impact would be even greater disruption and reduction in shipping availability, which would normally result in even
The massive reduction in passenger (belly-hold) air freight capacity in
higher prices due to the supply versus demand market dynamics. It’s a
the first quarter of 2020 has never recovered, because the restoration
dilemma at best, that is difficult to address, resulting in carriers being
of long-haul passenger services, has been patchy – at best – and now
in the driving seat.
Any longer-term slide back on rates will be driven by weaker import
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demand or a seasonal adjustment. Either way, freight rates are still
so slick, that they encouraged the widespread adoption of supply chain
several times higher than 2019 levels and are feeding into price
dependent strategies, like just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing which, at its
inflation. Air freight traditionally accounts for 40% of products moved
purest, meant no inventory and assembly lines dependent on the next
globally by value, to put these statistics into perspective.
part arriving (just) in time.
According to research by the International Monetary Fund, “when
The COVID pandemic triggered unusual swings in the demand for
freight rates double, inflation picks up by about 0.7%, which implies
goods as well as on-again, off-again lockdowns and the disruption left
that the increase in shipping costs in 2021 could increase inflation by
handlers of containers struggling to manage traffic, creating shortages
about 1.5% in 2022.
of equipment, where and when they were needed most. JIT is being
the Ukraine crisis has removed another 10% of global capacity. The impact on rates is inevitable – and that’s without factoring in emergency fuel and war surcharges, which we have seen implemented by most scheduled carriers since the beginning of March, with charter aircraft costs doubling in a month on most global routes.
Just-in-case inventory management There are about 25 million standard shipping containers, that move globally on around 6,000 container ships within
a fragile network of ports, terminals, inland transport and warehouses that are designed to stay synchronised. They are the backbone of
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globalisation and globalised supply chains worked so well and became
replaced by Just-in-case inventory management, as firms build buffer
The big three alliances
stocks, as the world continues to deal with many of the previous risks,
The leading container shipping lines, mostly based in Asia
along with a new set of geopolitical worries.
and Europe, have enjoyed some of their highest-ever
profits. And even though these profits follow decades of loss and
The other consideration is the fact that we are in the traditional ‘slack’
investment, politicians across all continents have taken the opportunity
season where demand for logistics softens and the peak is yet to come
to blame the concentration of power in the shipping industry for dulling
– there could be even more trouble ahead…
price competition.
Finding solutions In 2017, the dozen biggest container shipping lines formed three alliances
With continuing supply chain challenges in many regions, we work closely
to share ships, cooperate on routes and limit excess capacity – 2M;
with our network partners, carriers and own offices globally, to monitor
Ocean alliance; and THE Alliance – in control of about 80% of the
the situation and find solutions for our customers, including the most
world’s container shipping capacity.
time-sensitive and urgent shipments. Despite the negative tone of the above market update, Metro are constantly introducing initiatives,
Critics claim the arrangement is an oligopoly, as some busy trade lanes
innovation and market leading services that deliver reliability within your
might have several competitors but smaller gateways for goods might
logistics platforms and supply chains. With the continued rate and capacity
have just one or two.
volatility, there are often new and emerging opportunities thrown up by the market, which is why we share regular intelligence and breaking news. FORWARDER magazine
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SHANGHAI LOCKDOWN DISRUPTIONS 8 APRIL 2022
CONTINUE TO AFFECT FREIGHT FLOWS Although container terminals and airports have remained
Limited goods hits air freight demand
open, the two-phase Covid-19 lockdown in the key Chinese
And with limited goods available to despatch, demand for air cargo
city has been significantly impacting freight flows and the
capacity out of Shanghai is decreasing quickly, with carriers cancelling
availability of goods as manufacturing and warehouses close
flights. “Despite the drop in demand, reduction in ground handling
and trucking availability has been significantly disrupted,
capability and capacity has seen air freight rate indexes to North Europe
freight sources report
increase by 43% since the start of the recent outbreaks,” Metro noted.
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lthough Shanghai’s ports have remained open, the two-
It said Shanghai Airport is effectively closed for cargo receipt and
phase Covid-19 lockdown in the key Chinese city has been
despatch and is being redirected to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International
significantly impacting freight flows and the availability of
airport nearly 1,000 kilometres away.
goods as manufacturing and warehouses close and trucking availability has been significantly disrupted, freight sources report.
US freight forwarder Flexport reports that the continuing and extended lockdown in Shanghai was
impacting suppliers and causing headaches
Freight forwarder Metro Shipping reports that the world’s largest
for shippers and importers. Ocean carriers continue to assess impacts
container port remains open 24 hours a day and even though it is
to bookings and have not yet announced any blank sailings, but expect
operating within a “closed-loop” bubble, which requires workers to
that there will be changes to bookings.
stay on-site, increasing numbers are quarantined. “While the closure of many warehouses, the drop in manufacturing and serious disruptions to
Uncertainty over Asia-US ocean rates
trucking have significantly reduced the availability of goods and the port’s
Focusing on China-US ocean flows, it reported
throughput, which reportedly has resulted in queues of in excess of 300
whether softening currently being seen in the market is expected to last,
vessels, as of today, awaiting berth outside the port,” the forwarder
as post-CNY lulls in demand are traditional and inventory replenishment
highlighted in an update on 7 April.
efforts remain for importers and retailers. Severe congestion, equipment
uncertainty around
imbalances, sliding vessel schedules, port omissions, blank sailings, and It said that although the primary port terminals and airport remain
increased fuel charges continue to create challenges.
open, most workers are in locked-down neighbourhoods and the impact on production and inland logistics is severely limiting supply chain operations.
Turning to Asia-Europe, it said the Shanghai extended lockdown is impacting factory production, warehousing, and trucking availability although port terminals and trucking do continue to be fully operational. There is available space on FAK and spot across all alliances but carriers are still not open for more long-term named accounts. It is expected that there will likely be some port omissions and blank sailings announced by carriers as a response to recent developments.
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Ocean rates stable Levine said ex-China ocean rates
went largely unchanged
this week, though a slowdown in available goods normally will drive a dip in ocean rates before a rebound. An inflation-driven decrease in European demand for imports, however, had Asia - N. Europe prices – even with worsening congestion at major European hubs – falling even before the disruption to available goods. Since the end of January, Asia to North Europe rates have decreased 20% to $12,050/FEU – the lowest level since July. So, it’s unlikely a lull and surge
Shenzhen lessons
of containers will impact Asia – Europe rates significantly.
Digital freight market specialist Freightos noted that alhough Shenzhen’s manufacturing and logistics continue to recover after the city’s lockdown
In the US, Levine said any additional delay
will be unwelcome
ended last week, what started as targeted restrictions in Shanghai have
for many importers. The relative stability – though still
now progressed to a full lockdown, albeit in two phases. This two-
extremely elevated level – of transpacific rates since Lunar
phase strategy – which like in Shenzhen will keep ports open – aims to
New Year may point not only to sustained consumer demand,
minimise disruptions to manufacturing and trade, Freightos noted, adding:
but also to retailers pulling some summer demand forward.
The recent example at Shenzhen suggests that with ports open the
Many US importers are rushing to avoid peak season delays
impacts will likely not be as severe as the shutdown of Yantian a year ago
as well as the prospect of even more West Coast disruptions
which created a significant backlog and sent ocean rates spiking.
this summer as a key port worker’s union contract will expire at the end of June.
But even with the world’s largest port open – and factories that create a 'bubble' for workers allowed to operate too –
the closure of many
warehouses, the drop in manufacturing and the serious disruption to trucking in, out and within the city are expected to cause a significant drop in the availability of goods and port output,
Will Waters, contributing editor, FORWARDER magazine
noted Freightos’
head of research, Judah Levine. With the dip in available exports already leading some airlines to cancel Shanghai flights,
Freightos.com marketplace data shows Shanghai-US
air cargo rates have climbed about 10% in the last two weeks, though the combination of lower demand and removal of capacity could keep air cargo rates level. And though ocean carriers haven’t announced plans to skip Shanghai’s ports yet, some volumes could shift to nearby Ningbo. Destination ports in the US and Europe could expect some lull in volumes in the coming weeks followed by an increase that would be another challenge to already congested ports.
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COVID-19 RECOVERY NEWS 14 MARCH 2022
ZERO COVID LOCKDOWNS TO CAUSE
GREATER DAMAGE TO CHINA'S SUPPLY CHAIN THAN THE UKRAINE CRISIS • Container Availability index (CAx) shows rising inbounds
Freight rates and container prices were already at a record high even
at Chinese ports after the announcement of lockdowns
before the invasion started and what happened immediately due to
• Average container prices to increase in next few weeks
the war is that the Russian ports were not being called by the national
which fell by 10-15% in the last two months • Little impact of war on container prices and container availability in China
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shipping lines anymore, the black sea being somehow closed, and the Asia European railway being quite hit by this. The immediate impact of this on the overall supply chain has not started to show up. Not ignoring the fact that the Russian importance on global trade is not big enough
fter two weeks since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, there
for the containerised cargo to really disrupt the supply chains. We
seems to be a negligible impact on the container prices and
see on the other side, the container prices at record highs, containers
leasing rates in China. Container availability has improved
piling up and a massive shortage as well. This is a result of many more
soon after the Chinese New Year until Friday across key ports in China.
other disruptions over the past two years since the pandemic started.
However, with the announcement of nationwide lockdowns, the supply
Lockdowns in China will further reduce capacity and cause a surge in
chain must prepare for another turmoil in the coming months, impeding
already inflated shipping prices. The shockwaves will be felt across the
the flow of container movement as importers worldwide prepare for
US and America, and almost everywhere in the world.
the coming peak season later this year.
Dr Johannes Schlingmeier, co-founder & CEO, Container xChange
At the port of Ningbo, average prices for a 40 feet high cube container
So far the impact of the war on container prices is limited. The average
fell by 10% approximately from $5930 on 14 February to $5329 on 27
prices of containers have declined by an average of 10-15% since
February. As of 10 March, these prices stood at $5248. Similarly, average
February for 20 feet dry containers. The average prices for 40 feet high
prices fell by 10-15% at the ports of Shanghai, Qingdao and Shenzhen
cube containers have increased slightly at the port of Shanghai while
till 11 March. Shenzhen witnessed a drop of 8% in the past two weeks.
declining at Ningbo and Qingdao since January up until the second week of March (see charts below). In the immediate future, the closure of the
However, the lockdowns in Shenzhen, Zhejiang, Shanghai, Jilin, Suzhou,
Asia- European railway (which only accounts for roughly 2.5% of Asia-
Guangzhou and Beijing (19 provinces as of Sunday, probably more to
Europe cargo) will cause the high-value cargo to be pushed to ocean
come in a few days) imposed now will clearly heavily restrict container
freight which is already low in capacity. This will put more pressure
movement at these ports which will, as we’ve seen in the past, prove
on the already struggling supply chain. Adding on top of this, China’s
to be further damaging for the global supply chain. Clearly, 2022 has
lockdowns will be nothing less than a major shockwave to an already
not brought any cheer to the supply chain industry. On top of this, war
crippled supply chain.
will just prove to be another disruption amongst the other innumerable factors for China’s supply chain.
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Inbound containers in China rise, expected to further increase due to lockdowns The CAx (Container availability index) for two of China's major ports (Shanghai and Ningbo) is expected to increase further at a rather fast pace from around the 0.6 mark in the second week of March, meaning more inbound containers than outbound. It is unusual for this Asian behemoth that normally exports more than it imports – exhibiting the persisting bottlenecks of its trade routes and the bottlenecks that will inevitably emerge from these lockdowns.
If industry reports are to be believed, China could emerge as a buyer for Russian crude which could help alleviate some of the current global supply concerns as the EU could in turn buy more from the Middle East. With the COVID outbreaks and subsequent lockdowns, this expected surge in trade will slow down at least for some weeks/months. Furthermore, there are midterm and long-term implications that analysts foresee, such as disruption in the trade of goods and increased U.S. efforts to insulate itself from geopolitical shocks to international supply chains fuelled by key sectors of the Chinese economy. Currently, China controls most of the global market for the processing and refining of rare earths and critical minerals.
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AIR FREIGHT NEWS 4 MARCH 2022
ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES & BOEING SIGN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR
NEW 777-8 FREIGHTER
E
thiopian Airlines, the largest and leading aviation group in
Boeing launched the new 777-8 Freighter in January and has already
Africa, and its longstanding partner Boeing [NYSE:BA] today
booked 34 firm orders for the model, which features the advanced
announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding
technology from the new 777X family and proven performance of the
with the intent to purchase five 777-8 Freighters, the industry’s newest,
market-leading 777 Freighter. With payload capacity nearly identical
most capable and most fuel-efficient twin-engine freighter.
to the 747-400 Freighter and a 30% improvement in fuel efficiency, emissions and operating costs, the 777-8 Freighter will enable a more
The Memorandum of Understanding to order the 777-8 Freighter
sustainable and profitable business for operators.
will enable Ethiopian Airlines to meet expanding global cargo demand from its hub in Addis Ababa and position the carrier for long-term sustainable growth.
Ethiopian Airlines has been at the forefront of Africa’s cargo market for decades, growing its fleet of Boeing freighters and connecting the continent to the flow of global commerce. The intent to purchase the
Consistent with our history of aviation technology leadership in
new 777-8 Freighter further underscores the value of our latest airplane
Africa, we are pleased to sign this MoU with our longstanding partner
and ensures Ethiopian will remain a key player in global cargo, providing
Boeing, which will make us join select group of launch customer airlines
it with increased capacity, flexibility and efficiency for the future.
for the fleet. In our vision 2035, we are planning to expand our Cargo
Ihssane Mounir, Senior Vice President Of Commercial Sales &
and Logistics business to be one of the largest global multimodal
Marketing, Ethiopian Airlines
logistics provider in all continents, To this effect we are increasing our dedicated Freighter fleet with the latest technology, fuel efficient
Ethiopian Airlines currently operates nine 777 Freighters, connecting
and environment-friendly airplanes of the 21st century. We have also
Africa with more than 40 cargo centers throughout Asia, Europe, the
started the construction of the largest E-commerce Hub Terminal
Middle East and Americas. The carrier’s fleet also includes three 737-
in Africa. The new 777-8 Freighters will be instrumental in this long
800 Boeing Converted Freighters and a combined commercial fleet of
journey of growth agenda. Today, our air cargo services cover more
more than 80 Boeing jets including 737s, 767s, 787s and 777s.
than 120 international destinations around the world with both belly hold capacity and dedicated Freighter services.
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures
Tewolde Gebremariam, Group CEO, Ethiopian Airlines
and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing’s diverse team is committed to innovating for the future and living the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity. Learn more at www.boeing.com
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EU General Court dismisses appeals by carriers including
But in its latest decision on 30 March, the General Court – a constituent
Cargolux, Air France-KLM, and Singapore Airlines against
court of the Court of Justice of the European Union that hears actions
multi-million euro penalties but reduced some fines paid
taken against the institutions of the EU – dismissed the appeal brought
by other airlines including JAL, Air Canada, BA, Cathay
by Martinair Holland, Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij (KLM),
Pacific and Latam
Cargolux Airlines, Air France-KLM, Air France, ‘Lufthansa and Others’,
O
Singapore Airlines and Singapore Airlines Cargo and upheld the fines
ne of Europe’s highest courts has mostly upheld a series of
imposed on those companies by the Commission.
long-standing air freight cartel fines totalling hundreds of millions of euros following appeals by many of the air cargo
carriers involved in the cases, which date back more than a decade.
However, it annulled elements of the Commission’s decision in the cases involving Japan Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, ‘SAS Cargo Group and Others’, Latam Airlines Group and
The European Union (EU) General Court dismissed the actions by
Lan Cargo, and reduced some of their respective fines – by around
carriers including Cargolux, Air France-KLM, and Singapore Airlines
20% in most cases, although the penalty jointly against Latam Airlines
but reduced some fines paid by other airlines including JAL, Air Canada,
Group and Lan Cargo was cut by around three quarters, from €8.22
BA, Cathay Pacific and Latam.
million to €2.24 million.
The airlines have been challenging the decision and the penalties
Decisions of the General Court can be appealed to the Court of Justice,
contained within a 2010 European Commission decision that found
but only on a point of law.
them guilty of operating a price-fixing cargo cartel from around 1999 to 2006, with the fines imposed by the Commission totalling more than
The 30 March decision is expected to bring to an end this long-
€700 million.
running case.
After the General Court in 2015 concluded that there had been a
Will Waters, contributing editor, FORWARDER magazine
procedural error in the Commission’s 2010 decision following an initial appeal by some of the airlines, several carriers sought a full annulment of the decision or a reduction in their fines.
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AIR CARGO GROWTH CONTINUES IN JANUARY 9 MARCH 2022
BUT AT A SLOWER PACE
T
he International Air Transport Association (IATA) released
The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) indicator tracking global new
data for global air cargo markets showing slower growth
export orders fell below the 50-mark in January for the first time since
in January 2022. Supply chain disruptions and capacity
August 2020, indicating that a majority of surveyed businesses reported
constraints, as well as a deterioration in economic conditions for the
a fall in new export orders.
sector dampened demand. The January global Supplier Delivery Time Purchasing Managers Index
Note: We are returning to year-on-year traffic comparisons, instead
(PMI) was at 37.8. While values below 50 are normally favorable for
of comparisons with the 2019 period, unless otherwise noted. Cargo
air cargo, in current conditions it points to delivery times lengthening
demand is tracking above pre-COVID-19 levels, although capacity is
because of supply bottlenecks.
still constrained. The inventory-to-sales ratio remains low. This is positive for air cargo as Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), was up
it means manufacturers may turn to air cargo to rapidly meet demand.
2.7% compared to January 2021 (3.2% for international operations). This was significantly lower than the 9.3% growth seen in December 2021 (11.1% for international operations).
Demand growth of 2.7% in January was below expectation, following the 9.3% recorded in December. This likely reflects a shift towards the more normal growth rate of 4.9% expected for this year. Looking ahead,
Capacity was 11.4% above January 2021 (10.8% for international
however, we can expect cargo markets to be impacted by the Russia-
operations). While this is in positive territory, compared to pre-COVID-19
Ukraine conflict. Sanction-related shifts in manufacturing and economic
levels, capacity remains constrained, 8.9% below January 2019 levels.
activity, rising oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty are converging. Capacity is expected to come under greater pressure and rates are
Supply chain disruptions as well as a deterioration in economic conditions
likely to rise. To what extent, however, it is still too early to predict.
for the sector are slowing growth. Several factors should be noted:
Willie Walsh, Director General, IATA
Supply chain disruptions resulted from flight cancellations due to labor
Russia Ukraine Conflict
shortages, winter weather and to a lesser extent the deployment of
The Russia Ukraine conflict will have a negative impact on air cargo.
5G in the USA, as well as the zero-COVID policy in mainland China
Airspace closures will stop direct connectivity to many markets
and Hong Kong.
connected to Russia. Overall, the impact on global markets is expected to be low as cargo carried to/from/within Russia accounted for just 0.6% of the global cargo carried by air in 2021. Several specialized cargo carriers are registered in Russia and Ukraine, particularly those involved with heavy lift operations.
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Air cargo market in detail - January 2022 TOTAL MARKET Africa
Asia Pacific Europe
Latin America
100.0%
11.4%
-3.7%
60.9%
11.9%
27.2%
-1.2%
29.5%
North America
4.9%
2.2%
Asia Pacific
Middle East
54.1%
7.0%
87.2%
Latin America
-4.6%
22.9%
32.4%
International
Europe
11.4%
12.4%
13.4%
Africa
2.7%
1.9%
Middle East
North America
January 2022 (% year-on-year) CTK ACTK CLF (%-pt)2 CLF (level)3
World share 1
12.9%
8.7%
-6.5% -0.4% -5.8%
-8.1%
8.0%
12.0%
18.1%
-1.0%
11.4%
-4.7%
6.3% 4.4%
0.3%
-5.9%
-28.9%
10.3%
47.4%
13.5%
6.5%
2.9%
2
Change in load factor
1.9%
6.0%
-11.8%
-9.7%
6.8%
60.2%
6.4%
-8.0%
8.1%
51.2%
-6.0%
-28.1%
12.0%
52.0%
12.7%
2.5%
4.7%
-11.8%
51.3% 47.4%
68.6%
13.7%
1.9%
41.7%
12.7%
-10.3% -15.4%
58.4%
58.9%
23.4%
3.9%
49.2%
8.7%
50.1%
51.5%
-2.9%
-17.6%
-5.7%
68.6%
1.8%
-0.5%
41.7%
-4.0% -6.9%
60.9%
6.5%
11.6% 19.3%
10.5%
58.4%
5.5% 7.0%
54.1%
13.8%
58.9%
-0.4%
7.2%
-12.2%
-4.3%
13.2%
-8.9%
22.2%
51.3%
-4.7%
5.1%
49.2%
10.8%
22.5% 13.4%
6.2%
-0.3%
3.2%
12.3%
% of industry CTKs in 2021
18.8%
-4.6%
1.9%
1
13.0%
January 2022 (% ch vs the same month in 2019) CTK ACTK CLF (%-pt)2 CLF (level)3
6.9%
50.1% 60.2% 51.2% 51.5% 52.0%
3
Load factor level
Note: the total industry and regional growth rates are based on a constant sample of airlines combining reported data and estimates for missing observations. Airline traffic is allocated according to the region in which the carrier is registered; it should not be considered as regional traffic. Historical statistics are subject to revision.
January Regional Performance Asia-Pacific airlines saw their air cargo volumes increase 4.9% in January
Middle Eastern carriers experienced a 4.6% decrease in cargo volumes
2022 compared to the same month in 2021. This was significantly below
in January 2022. This was the weakest performance of all regions and a
the previous month’s 12.0% expansion. Available capacity in the region
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the previous month’s performance (19.4%). Capacity in January was
December’s performance (7.7%). Supply chain congestion due to labor
down 12.9% compared to the same month in 2021 and remains well
shortages, severe winter weather and issues with the deployment of 5G
below compared to pre-COVID-19 levels, down 28.9% versus 2019.
as well as a rise in inflation and weaker economic conditions affected growth. Capacity was up 8.7% compared to January 2021.
African airlines’ saw cargo volumes increase by 12.4% in January 2022 compared to January 2021. The region was the strongest performer.
European carriers saw a 7.0% increase in cargo volumes in January 2022
Capacity was 13.0% above January 2021 levels.
compared to the same month in 2021. While this was slower than the previous month (10.6%), Europe was more resilient than most other regions. European carriers benefited from robust economic activity and an easing in capacity. Capacity was up 18.8% in January 2022 compared to January 2021, and down 8.1% compared to pre-crisis levels (2019). FORWARDER magazine
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E N I A UKR S CR I S I TH E
eyond the human tragedy, the crisis is also impacting freight and supply chains in multiple ways, from higher fuel costs to sanctions and disrupted capacity, which we explore in detail
in this week’s update.
Key insights:
Analysis
1. Rising oil prices due to the war in Ukraine is expected to increase
For logistics, the most widespread impact across all modes will likely
freight rates across all modes soon. 2. Airspace bans are reducing Asia-Europe capacity through grounded
be rising fuel costs. As oil prices soar, we can expect carriers to pass increased costs on to shippers.
Russian carriers and canceled flights. • Many carriers that continue to fly will have to circumvent
Air Cargo
Russia – shippers will carry the additional fuel costs and find
Ripples from the war are disrupting air cargo – especially Asia-Europe
less available cargo capacity on these flights due to the extra
operations – in several ways beyond rising oil prices. Fighting has
weight of the added fuel.
grounded much of the Ukrainian Antonov freighter fleet, removing that
• Reduced capacity, higher fuel costs, as well as some War Risk
capacity from the market, and has destroyed the world’s largest freight
Surcharges are already pushing air cargo rates up: Freightos Air
aircraft. But the bigger disruption will come from the European Union,
Index China - Europe rates climbed more than 80% last week
US and multiple other countries banning Russian air carriers from using
to $11.36/kg.
their airspace – and Russia returning the favor (they are expected to
3. Diverted ships and ocean carriers suspending new bookings to
ban US carriers soon).
Russia could result in congestion at alternate ports in the region and in pile-ups at origin ports in Europe and elsewhere. • Container rates were stable this week but are expected to
This development effectively removes the Russian all-freighter carrier AirBridgeCargo from the European market, including its Asia-Europe
climb globally on rising fuel costs, and shipments in the region
capacity. Without being able to fly over Russia, some carriers may cancel
could also face War Risk Surcharges.
their Asia-Europe services, further restricting already tight supply.
• If sanctions or fear of disruption shifts significant numbers of containers from Asia-Europe rail to ocean, this new demand
European, American and other carriers who do fly will take alternate,
will also put upward pressure on Asia-Europe ocean rates.
longer, more costly routes. Carriers will pass along the additional fuel costs, and the weight of the additional fuel could also reduce the amount
Asia-US rates:
of cargo they can carry, further reducing capacity. Some carriers are also
• Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Daily) increased 4% to $16,155/
already introducing War Risk Surcharges to compensate for the costs
FEU. This rate is 204% higher than the same time last year. • Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Daily) climbed 2% to $18,250/
of adjusting operations. Cargolux, for example, announced a $0.20/kg surcharge for all their Asia cargo.
FEU, and are 218% higher than rates for this week last year. These multiple factors reducing capacity and increasing costs for shippers were already reflected in climbing Asia-Europe air cargo rates at the end of last week. Freightos Air Index (FAX) data shows China – Europe rates climbed more than 80% last week to $11.36/kg.
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Ocean Freight On the regional level, most ships near Ukraine were diverted to
Also, approximately 10k TEU travel across Russia by rail from
alternate nearby ports at the outset of the hostilities. Many of the top
Asia to Europe each week. If sanctions or fear of disruption
ocean carriers have also suspended new bookings to or from Russia.
shifts significant numbers of containers from rail to ocean, this
These developments could increase volumes at other regional ports and
new demand will also put upward pressure on Asia-Europe rates
are already resulting in pile-ups at origin ports in Europe and elsewhere,
as more shippers compete for already scarce capacity.
possibly causing congestion and increasing rates on these lanes. Finally, multiple examples in the last few years prove that As container rates were stable this week across most major lanes,
logistics providers are not immune to cyber attacks. If Russia
the conflict has yet to be reflected in ocean prices. But in addition to
deploys these types of measures on the supply chain in response
higher fuel costs from climbing oil prices that are expected to be felt by
to tightening sanctions, they will only further disrupt operations,
shippers across the globe, carriers who continue to service ports in the
resulting in further delays, less capacity and higher costs.
region may introduce War Risk Surcharges for these shipments. Ocean WRSs in recent years meant an additional $40-$50/TEU for shippers.
Judah Levine, Head of Research, Freightos
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STORA ENSO AND SEABER TO
DIGITALISE MARITIME LOGISTICS
S
eaber.io, the Finnish maritime technology company, has
After an extensive evaluation of available solutions on the market,
announced a partnership with Stora Enso. Seaber’s innovative
we believe that Seaber provides the best tool for us to efficiently
technology will enable the digitalisation of Stora Enso’s bulk
handle the planning of shipment schedules and communication with
and breakbulk shipment planning and communications, optimising the
all stakeholders. Together with Seaber’s offering for shipowners, we
company’s cargo flows globally.
are able to jointly improve operational efficiency and reduce emissions by optimising port calls and doing our part in avoiding unnecessary
Seaber’s AI-assisted management and planning solution is revolutionising
repositioning of vessels.
the bulk & breakbulk shipping industry. The web-based application
Niklas Fahlen, SVP Logistics, Stora Enso
is designed for both charterers and shipowners, allowing them to
Seaber is delighted by the partnership.
maximise efficiencies in schedule planning and communications. They can
especially because, like us, they put a lot of effort into being an
collaborate in this dynamic industry in real-time, with each stakeholder
environmentally friendly company and are also an early adopter of new
maintaining total control of the information being shared.
technologies. We are thrilled that Stora Enso selected us and are looking
Stora Enso is a great partner,
forward to a close cooperation with their team. Seaber’s technology is the first solution targeted at increasing efficiencies
Sebastian Sjöberg, CEO & Co-founder, Seaber
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THE CONTAINER LOGISTICS IMPLICATIONS OF
WAR IN UKRAINE
M
INE A R K U CR I S I S TH E
edia statement on behalf of Christian Roeloffs, co-founder
The full implications of sanctions are not yet clear but the closure of
and CEO, Container xChange:
I would like to express
the SWIFT system to Russia will make payments from Russian partners
my horror at the events of the last week and my deepest
more difficult. The Rouble has also been in freefall after Russia’s central
sympathy for all the Ukrainian families who through no fault of their
bank was cut off from its reserves.
own have been dragged into this conflict following Russia’s invasion of its neighbour.
Maritime trade with Russia and Russian businesses could be very difficult in the months and even years to come. On Monday, the UK banned all
This is a tragedy for Europe and has shocked us all at Container xChange.
Russian ships from entering its ports. There has been at least one ship
Our thoughts are with our friends in Ukraine. We can only hope that
arrest by the EU. Our legal team is monitoring the situation.
peace returns to this great country soon. On the Asia-Europe trade we could see more demand for maritime For our customers this is what we know about the current situation
shipments and equipment out of Asia due to modal shift. For example,
and what we expect will be the impact on container availability on
the Asia-Europe rail and road routes through Russia and Belarus are
various trades.
reportedly closed and/or being used by militaries. Borders with the EU are closed. The closure of air space across Russia and Europe has also
Parts of the Black Sea and Sea of Azov are now dangerous or unpassable.
reduced air freight capacity.
There have been missile attacks on vessels and ship arrests and lane closures for commercial shipping. The Ukrainian seaports of Odessa
We expect this awful war to add to the stretched nature of global
and Mariupol are closed/damaged/under attack. Trade and container
container supply chains, bringing yet more inflation, disruption and delays.
movements have ceased. Cargo and equipment are stuck at ports. Overall, the situation for container availability is likely to worsen, but Due to ongoing disruption to shipping in the Black Sea we expect container
this will vary by port and region. Central and Northern Europe is already
build-ups at ports to exacerbate at storage areas across the region.
congested, and any further trigger to the cargo flow will only worsen the state of container pileups.
Maersk has pulled out booking shipments to and from any Russian ports (with exception of foodstuffs, medical and humanitarian supplies) and
We will continue to monitor the situation and what this means for
other carriers have started following.
global equipment networks and box availability. We will continue to support our customers in uncertain times with data and technology
Russian and Belarussian ports in the Baltic and Black Sea will likely see a
for better container operations, enhancing productivity and informed
build-up of boxes if carriers refuse to make port calls due to the security
decision making.
situation and sanctions. Once more, we send our deepest sympathies and support to the people of Ukraine at this terrible time for them all.
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n the second article of issue 554 of the Sunday Spotlight, we
We can see just how much capacity has been flowing towards the West
(Sea-Intelligence) analysed the capacity deployed on Transpacific
Coast ports in both 2021 and 2022 in the 12 weeks after CNY. The
and Asia-Europe in the 12 weeks following the three-week Chinese
2017-2019 average weekly capacity for those 12 weeks was 287,000
New Year (CNY) period. Since CNY falls in different weeks in different
TEU, whereas in 2021, this figure jumped to 302,700 TEU. Now imagine
years, to make each year comparable, we took capacity figures for the
that in 2022, this figure is scheduled to increase by another 60,000
12 weeks after CNY for each respective year.
TEU per week, to a new peak of 363,900 TEU. With no slowdown in deployed capacity during CNY in 2022, this high level of average weekly
On the Asia-North America West Coast, deployed capacity is scheduled
capacity in the 12 weeks that follow, will put even more stress on the
to be higher in nearly all of the post-CNY weeks in 2022, with some
West Coast ports.
weeks reaching an excess of 100,000 TEU over the 2017-2019 average. The biggest issue however is in figure 1. Here we see the average weekly
There is a similar trend on Asia-North America East Coast, with the
capacity deployed on the trade lane across the 12-week period.
figure increasing from 163,000 TEU in 2021 to 228,300 TEU in 2022, and on Asia-North Europe, with the figure increasing from 272,000 TEU to 324,500 TEU. Asia-Mediterranean was the only trade lane out of the four to stay in line with historical trends. In terms of growth, 2022 will see capacity grow by 20.2% annualised over 2019 in the 12 post-CNY weeks, while Asia-North America East Coast will see a staggering 40.1% increase, increasing the likelihood that the East Coast ports will also start to feel the stress of additional cargo. Alan Murphy, CEO, Sea-Intelligence
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SEA FREIGHT NEWS 15 MARCH 2022
GATEHOUSE MARITIME RELEASES OceanIO
TO ENABLE THE NEXT GEN OF PREDICTIVE SERVICES FOR SEABORNE LOGISTICS
C
openhagen, Denmark, 15th March, 2022: GateHouse Maritime, a leading provider of ocean supply chain visibility and predictability services has announced the introduction of
its new data platform, OceanIO. The new feed is scalable to support the rapidly increasing number of data points anticipated from the growing use of IOT technologies fitted to shipped and shipping assets. The digital transformation of the logistics sector is creating a tsunami of data. At GateHouse Maritime we wanted to proactively deliver a data platform that can scale to meet the demands of this growing resource. At the same time, we wanted to reinforce our reputation as the go-to provider for a robust data foundation upon which our clients can develop
OceanIO is augmented with nearly 3000 different types of data on a
and deliver reliable and accurate services to their end customers.
second-by-second basis. Coming from vastly different sources by data type,
Martin Dommerby Kristiansen, CEO, GateHouse Maritime
volume, velocity and interval, it must all be accommodated, rationalized, harmonized and then unified for use by GateHouse clients. At the same
OceanIO receives up to 150 million new data points daily, drawn from
time, clients also need to have their own customised requirements
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satisfied in order to deliver a differentiated customer experience.
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Our clients create services based upon the foundation data
container freight carriers, 4000 container ports and terminals, and
comprised within OceanIO. To ensure the success of their current and
meteorological reports amongst many others.
future offers – especially as these become more predictive in nature – GateHouse provides a fully configurable ‘rules engine’ enabling
Most importantly, as sector specialists serving the seaborne logistics
different fusions of data to be served on demand. We can even look
for over a decade, we have been able to integrate historical and trend
to co-develop solutions using client data to provide more granular
data into OceanIO for a more powerful end service. Using machine
services and greater value-add.
learning means that predictive services can be a great deal more accurate to meet end customers’ expectations of a better explanation
OceanIO is available now from GateHouse Maritime to enable predictive
of where their freight has been, where it is currently located and when
services which answer questions including where is my container or
it’s expected to arrive at port. Predictability has become an increasingly
freight, what condition is it in, has it been opened or moved from one
vital service attribute as the supply chain has degraded with more and
vessel to another, where is it in the customs clearance cycle and how
more disruption over the past years.
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SCAM WARNING ISSUED 11 APRIL 2022
AS CRIMINALS DEFRAUD £1,000s FROM BUYERS OF SHIPPING CONTAINERS
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alued at $8.7 billion and projected to reach $12.08 billion
Over the last six months, we’ve been experiencing an increasing
by 2027, the global shipping container industry has become
number of calls from people who believe they’ve have bought a container
a central component of the world economy.
from S Jones, only to find out there’s no record of them on our system and they’ve been scammed out of thousands of pounds. It goes without
It isn’t just global shipping, however, containers are increasingly being
saying that scams, including container scams, have been around for
used for secure storage, converted into offices, data centre housing,
years, however these particular scammers are fraudulently using our
R&D labs and electric battery storage and testing centres. Not to
company branding, staff photos, logos and even dummy email addresses
mention, Grand Design style homes.
to create invoices that, at first glance, look legitimate. Unfortunately, many people are seeing the reputable S Jones name on the invoice
A growing market and the increasing cost of steel pushing up the
and falling for the scam. Not only are customers being scammed, but
price of containers, has seen opportunistic scam artists target the
members of our sales team have been inundated with calls from upset
unsuspecting public offering knock down or slightly lower cost
customers with complaints. We then have to break the bad news
containers that never materialise.
that they are the victim of fraud. It’s a very frustrating situation for all parties, and we want to spread the word on how people can avoid these
With scammers defrauding an average of £1,750 per container and the
container scammers. We advise people to be very cautious when making
frequency of scams occurring on a nearly daily basis S Jones Containers,
payments, and do as many background checks as they can before sending
one of the oldest and most well-respected container companies, has
any money. Scammers are taking advantage of people using platforms
joined with Action Fraud to issue a nationwide warning about the
like Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree, and advertising containers
on-going scam.
for around £1,750. This might seem like a large amount of money to an unsuspecting buyer however it is way under the current market price for a container. For anyone unsure whether they are being scammed please visit our website. We’ve created a list of scammer ‘warning signs’ that you can use to check the sale is legitimate. Sarah Green, Sales Manager, S Jones Containers
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Helen, 33 from Scunthorpe, whose 47-year-old family engineering business
To help an unsuspecting public avoid being scammed
was targeted by container scammers, said,
We needed an open-sided
S Jones Containers has compiled an 8-step guide to ensuring
container to be used as a paint shop for engineering parts. My dad,
a container order is genuine available here. While Action
who founded the business in 1975, found one on Facebook Marketplace.
Fraud is encouraging anyone who has been the subject of
The invoice and communication we received, all purportedly being from
container scam to report it to them online quoting reference
S Jones Containers, seemed professional and legitimate, no different
number NFRC220104987522.
from what we receive from countless engineering firms daily. It was only when reviewing the invoice ready for payment that my mum noticed that
Action Fraud is also highlighting the following three tips from
it was a personal Monzo bank account that we were being asked to make
its Take Five to Stop Fraud campaign to help people avoid
payment to. We then researched further and found the contact details
becoming victims of container fraud:
on the invoice didn’t match the ones on the S Jones Containers website. A call to S Jones Containers quickly revealed that we had narrowly
• Stop: Taking a moment to stop and think before parting
avoided being scammed out of just under £3,500 – not a small sum for
with your money or information could keep you safe.
any small or medium-sized family business. My mum and dad have run
• Challenge: Could it be fake? It’s okay to reject, refuse
their business for close to 50 years, if they can come this close to being
or ignore any requests. Only criminals will try to rush
scammed it’s no wonder that other people are being duped. My advice
or panic you.
for anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation is – if in doubt
• Protect: If you think you’ve been a victim of fraud,
phone the company directly and always check and double check payment
contact your bank immediately and report it to Action
details, avoiding private bank transfers wherever possible. Organisations
Fraud at actionfraud.police.uk or 0300 123 2040
like Facebook, Gumtree and Monzo should be doing more to prevent criminals from using their platforms in this way. FORWARDER magazine
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SEA FREIGHT EXPERTS
We have recently seen an increase in unscrupulous scam artists offering
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containers at reduced prices that simply never arrive. These days scam
homework. They will have made enquiries to genuine companies in
artists are clever enough not to offer prices that are ‘too good to be
order to learn what questions to ask and what areas to cover, like
true’ with prices that are quite close to the normal market, which
delivery issues, or container uses. Do not rely on what feels like a real
makes scams harder to spot. Here are 8 ways to spot and avoid a
conversation alone to be sure you are dealing with a real company.
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ising costs have led to an upsurge in both the sophistication and number of shipping container scams. Here Andrew Jones, Managing Director at S Jones Containers, outlines a number
of ways to try and avoid being scammed.
Are they asking the right questions? Shipping containers by their nature are big, bulky and worth some consideration when it comes to transport. If the seller is
only interested in securing your card details, it’s a sure-fire sign of a scam. However, we are now finding that some scammers have done their
go so far as to provide a spoof quote, adding their own contact details
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which invariably stop working once payment has been made. The way
UK container industry is relatively small and close knit, so if you do come
they do this is to copy a quote they have had from a genuine supplier
across an organisation that you’re not quite sure of, speaking directly to
and then corrupt the contact details to their own.
an established supplier will soon reveal whether a company is fake or not.
Check a number of key sources to ensure the contact details you are
Also, we are quite a friendly group and no company will be upset if you
offered are genuine. When trying to impersonate an existing business
just want to phone and check. It is better to be safe than sorry.
scam container....
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Are they who they say they are? It’s becoming increasingly common for scammers to use an existing company’s name, or very similar sounding one, stealing
logos and identities to make themselves seem official. Some will even
scam artists will use what may, at first glance, seem to be the correct email domain names e.g. @s.jonescontainers.co.uk, or @sjonescontainer. co.uk instead of the legitimate @sjonescontainers.co.uk. Cross check phone numbers on genuine company web sites (again, check the domain name is correct). For organisations that you were not previously aware of, search Companies House and review their filing history. If they are a genuine company they will have filed accounts and other key documents.
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Always Contact the company directly Similarly to bank scams, containers scammers will often try to isolate their victims taking them away from official
communication channels. Going straight to the company’s official website for telephone numbers, contact forms and email addresses, rather than clicking links in email chains is the best way of counteracting this. Fortunately, the
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Is the price too good to be true? Container prices are determined by global manufacturing trends and complex logistic requirements. Whilst prices in
the market place are always changing, if it seems too good to be true and is way below other quotations that’s often because it is. What can seem like an absolute steal of a deal, or even just a bit cheaper than quotes obtained directly, could turn out to be a complete waste of thousands
Are they using a third-party sales site?
of pounds when the container you have paid for never arrives.
contact the company selling the containers directly to ensure you are
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not looking at a hoax product listing.
couple of days can be a warning sign.
Container scammers will often make use of websites such as Gumtree, Amazon, eBay and Facebook Marketplace to
advertise fictional containers. A detailed look at seller profiles will often identify red flags, such as suspect reviews and limited background details. Do they have an official company website and if so are the contact details on that site the same as the selling page? You must
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Check their general online presence Bear in mind that scams can be sophisticated, so just because the company has a good-looking website might not mean
they are legitimate. Do they have a wider and convincing presence on business social media sites, such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter? Do they have reviews? No reviews, or all perfect 5-star reviews within a
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Report a Scam Attempted scams can be flagged via sites like Action Fraud.
Scammers are a plague on many industries and unfortunately the
Whilst not an official crime report, it does mean the police are
container industryis no different. While scam artists will never be
more aware of fraudulent activity. You should also report crimes in order
eradicated completely, at S Jones Containers we want to do all that we
to obtain a crime number and allow the police to catch the perpetrators.
can to help businesses, organisations and the general public to avoid
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being scammed.
Professional transparency To help further combat scams we’ve created a new webpage
S Jones Containers is one of the oldest and most respected shipping
Doing Business With S Jones Containers, which includes an
container companies in the UK. The family run business has been in
up-to-date list of all of our account managers. Ordering directly through
continuous operation for more than 100 years and prides itself on both
an established company’s website or telephone line is without doubt
its professionalism and exacting standards.
the best way to avoid a scam. S Jones Containers
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AS FOCUS ON SERVICE CONTINUES
PALLETFORCE SIGNS ADAM JONES GROUP
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eading express freight distribution network Palletforce has
We have been members of pallet networks before, but Palletforce
confirmed its commitment to the highest levels of network-
represents a perfect fit for us as we look to grow our business after
wide service by recruiting new member Adam Jones Group.
the challenges of the last couple of years. Our aim is to deliver quality service to our customers, and that is the Palletforce ethos. They have
Adam Jones Group will cover Dudley DY postcodes for Palletforce and
a highly professional team, proven investment in the network, and
further strengthens the network’s existing coverage in the Midlands,
although we are new members we already feel part of the family.
providing additional capacity for continued growth and delivering the
Katie Darnell, Director, Adam Jones Group
highest levels of customer service. We continue our commitment to building the strongest possible Based in Halesowen, the firm was family-run for over 100 years, until its
member-focused network and ensuring all our members’ customers,
acquisition by logistics and warehousing group OTIF in 2019.
across every UK postcode, receive the highest levels of service. That means ongoing recruitment of companies like Adam Jones Group, which
With a fleet of over 70 trucks, including articulated vehicles as well as
has a proven reputation for operational excellence and a track record of
18- and 26-tonne rigids, the firm specialises in the nationwide delivery
customer service, and we are delighted to welcome them onboard. We
of palletised and non-palletised freight.
are in the final stages of discussions with other companies and expect to announce additional new quality members in the coming weeks. David Breeze, Network Development Manager, Palletforce FORWARDER magazine
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ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 7 MARCH 2022
RENAULT TRUCKS & GEODIS JOIN FORCES TO DEVELOP A NEW
ELECTRIC TRUCK ADAPTED TO URBAN LOGISTICS
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enault Trucks and GEODIS are combining their industrial,
The environmental emergency combined with the growth of
logistics and engineering expertise to design an electric heavy
e-Commerce and the implementation of low-emission zones in major
truck dedicated to urban logistics, meeting the requirements
French cities mean that we urgently need to step up the decarbonization
of city-center freight transport.
of transport. This is the objective of GEODIS in forming this partnership with Renault Trucks. We want to quickly provide concrete answers to
Changes are occurring in urban freight transport, whether in terms of
the issue of sustainable urban logistics.
emission regulations, restricted access, or the proliferation of modes of
Marie-Christine Lombard, Chief Executive Officer, GEODIS
mobility (cargo bikes, bicycles, scooters, etc.) sharing the public space. We have noticed that the image of the truck is changing; at last it is For reasons of massification 1, vehicles with a tonnage of over 3.5
being perceived as an indispensable tool. The purpose of the Oxygen
tonnes will remain at the core of urban distribution. With a complete
project, in which Renault Trucks is working alongside GEODIS, is to
range of electric vehicles manufactured in France ranging from 3.5 to 26
design a truck that will seamlessly blend into the urban landscape, among
tonnes, Renault Trucks has been working for ten years on reducing the
other road users in areas with traffic and even in pedestrian zones. This
environmental footprint of city logistics. GEODIS, whose ambition is to
new truck will be designed for the driver’s working comfort and safety,
reduce its CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030, has undertaken to provide
and for the safety of city dwellers.
carbon-free deliveries to 37 cities in France by 2023.
Bruno Blin, President, Renault Trucks
Through their new collaboration, the constructor and its logistics partner are taking this approach a step further and combining their
A truck that seamlessly blends into the urban landscape
know-how to develop a brand new 16-tonne electric urban truck,
Thanks to the collaborative work carried out from the design stage
at a comparable cost (TCO 2) to that of a diesel vehicle, which is a
onwards, this vehicle (project name: Oxygen) will make it possible to
prerequisite for the widespread adoption of alternative power units.
integrate all the requirements and functions of city- center delivery: elimination of nuisances such as pollution and noise, and improvement of active and passive safety in order to better manage co-existence with all road users (pedestrians and people using soft modes of transport).
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In the early phases of work, the following
Delivery of the prototype is scheduled for the end of 2022. It will be
areas of focus were identified:
produced at Renault Trucks’ site in Blainville-sur-Orne, France, the first
• Improved safety for the driver and the public thanks to a lowered
European plant to manufacture series production electric trucks since 2020.
cab giving the driver an excellent direct view for optimal protection of road users; a large windshield and multiple cameras instead of
The truck will be trialed for urban deliveries in Paris, starting in 2023.
rear-view mirrors, offering a 360° view; a sliding side door on the
This real-world testing will be followed by a phase of adaptation of the
passenger side restricting the door opening angle.
vehicle incorporating feedback from drivers covering comfort of use,
• Greater comfort for the driver, who will be able to get out of the truck on either side, left or right. Climbing in and out of the truck
practicality, recharging, etc., and then by a study to optimize the total cost of ownership.
will be made easier by a much lower access height than on a standard delivery truck. • Optimal ergonomics and easier access to the cargo space.
1 One 12-tonne truck is equivalent to more than 3 LCVs (light commercial vehicles)
To achieve this, a three-way partnership with a bodybuilder
² TCO = Total Cost of Ownership, i.e. the overall cost of an asset or a service
is under consideration with a view to improving loading/unloading
throughout its life cycle
operations in an urban environment. • Connected tools enabling drivers to optimize their delivery operations and their routes. • To ensure that this vehicle blends into the urban landscape perfectly and with a view to enhancing both the comfort and the self-esteem of the driver, Renault Trucks designers have completely redesigned both the exterior lines of the truck and the interior of the cab.
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ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 8 MARCH 2022
THE FOOD & DRINK INDUSTRY'S FIRST
ALL-ELECTRIC HGV SETS OFF FROM THE PARK EUROPE’S LARGEST WINE PACKAGING FACILITY
As a company, we are committed to developing transport solutions for our customers that can help them deliver on their environmental and sustainability objectives. Following the success of our zero-emission electric trucks launched last year, the new CF Electric being operated by The Park and EV Cargo is one of the first zero-emission HGVs to enter the market. Working alongside like-minded partners is driving the transport industry forward.
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Laurence Drake, Managing Director, DAF Trucks
he Park, an independent business based in Bristol, packages 25% of all wine sold in the UK. It currently ships an astonishing
As longstanding logistics and supply chain partner, we’ve been working
six million bottles of wine per week to its customers, including
closely with The Park to introduce more sustainable practices within its
leading retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda and Aldi. With the
distribution operations and today’s achievement marks a milestone for
introduction of electric HGVs, when delivering 50,000 bottles a day, The
the industry. Sustainability is one of EV Cargo’s core values and we are
Park will save 2.68kg of CO2 per litre of diesel not consumed.
continually looking at innovative ways to decarbonise supply chains to reduce both our, and our customers’, impact on the environment.
Certified carbon neutral, The Park is leading the industry in sustainable
Andy Humpherson, Chief Executive Officer, EV Cargo Solutions
production by introducing the FMCG industry's first electric HGV to deliver wine to retailers, becoming the final step of the production
Elsewhere within the business, The Park is making moves to be the first
process, reducing the company’s carbon footprint even further.
wine packaging and distribution company to send a shipping pallet with no stretch wrap, a plastic film commonly used on pallets as part of the
At The Park, driving sustainability forward is at the core of our
site's commitment to see usage cut in half by 2025.
business. We lead the way in sustainable innovation in the wine industry and by further reducing our carbon footprint by introducing an electric
The Park’s outstanding customer service, industry knowledge and
HGV, we hope The Park will be a catalyst for change not just within the
experience makes it the leading partner for wine packaging solutions.
wine industry, but for all industries nationwide. There is a vital need to
The company is a pioneer for sustainable practice in the UK wine
meet climate targets, and so businesses must find new and innovative
industry and will disrupt traditional methods to ensure environmental
ways to tread more lightly on the planet. As Europe’s largest wine
promises are kept and achieved.
packaging company, we recognise that we have a responsibility to ensure we play a substantial role in finding eco-solutions. Richard Lloyd, General Manager at The Park
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ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 11 MARCH 2022
GREATER FOCUS ON THE EUROPEAN MARKET FOR NTEX UK’S NEW OFFICE IN LONDON
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ith a new office in London, NTEX UK is broadening its
The new focus area involves rail transport from northern Italy to the
operations, while placing greater focus on the European
UK, via Rotterdam. Earlier this year, NTEX AB bought a 20 per cent
market. The business will initially focus on the Italian
stake in the Italian freight company ITX Cargo S.R.L. The new office
market, with rail freight as its primary business area.
in London is another part of the drive to become a major player in the European market.
We see several opportunities for us to grow in the European Market.
Dan Ericsson, CEO, NTEX UK
At present, NTEX UK employs around 190 people. In addition to freight forwarding and logistics, the organisation also has its own fleet
NTEX UK is headquartered in Immingham, England, with offices in
of around 80 vehicles, consisting of tractor units and distribution trucks,
Bristol and Glasgow, Scotland in addition to London. The organisation
as well as its own terminals and warehouses.
already has an established traffic with the Scandinavian countries, and now further steps are being taken towards becoming a complete
NTEX UK has a turnover of around SEK 600 million. Between 2020 and
European logistics company.
2021, NTEX UK increased its turnover by over 20 per cent.
Scandinavia will continue to be our largest market for some
We want to continue to grow, both through acquisitions and
time to come. We see several opportunities for us to grow in the
organically. We chose London because that's where the expertise
European market, not least among NTEX's new offices in Italy,
towards the Italian market is. Our employees are doing a great job, and
Belgium, France, and Austria.
we have seen a positive development on the new line from Italy.
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STR O N G RELATIONSH I P S ARE THE SEC R E T TO RELIA B L E SERV I C E Tighter environmental regulations and intensified global trading conditions mean shipping goods around the world is increasingly challenging. Focusing on the fundamentals of your supply chain matters more than ever. While technology is essential, it cannot replace the power of a solid relationship. Working as an extension of your team, we leverage our global network and long-established carrier connections to support your business needs. We’re the partner that won’t let you down.
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ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 29 MARCH 2022
BLACKS HAULAGE BECOMES LATEST
SHAREHOLDER MEMBER OF PALL-EX Bathgate transport company Blacks Haulage has joined the Pall-Ex network as a shareholder member
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aving joined Pall-Ex, Blacks Haulage continues its longstanding pursuit of excellence, having been a successful family run business for over 48 years.
Becoming a shareholder member of Pall-Ex means that the business now has access to a network of over 90 independent hauliers, providing pallet collection and delivery services across every postcode area in the UK. Blacks Haulage will be providing coverage of the EH postcode for the Pall-Ex network, supplying quality services to Newbridge and the surrounding area.
Michelle also explains the decision, commenting:
We pride ourselves
on being a versatile and agile business, which enables us to deliver quality Aside from its pallet network operations, Blacks Haulage is renowned
services to our customers. Becoming shareholder members of Pall-Ex
for its other services, including general haulage, warehousing, container
means that we are securing our future, whilst accessing market leading
devanning and even its truck wash facility.
technology which will increase our service levels for our customers.
Stuart and Michelle Black are Directors of Blacks Haulage and jumped
Pall-Ex Group’s Managing Director – UK Business Units Barry Byers
at the chance to become shareholders in Pall-Ex, thanks to the
looks forward to working with Stuart, Michelle and the team at Blacks
opportunities for investment and overall business growth it presented.
Haulage.
Stuart explains the motivating factors that encouraged his business to join Pall-Ex as a shareholder member.
We are really pleased to welcome Blacks Haulage to the Pall-Ex network as our latest shareholder members. Their proud history of delivering quality services matches our strategic ambitions here at Pall-
Our decision to become shareholders of Pall-Ex was driven by the recent changes in the industry due to Covid and a shift in consumer
Ex Group and I have no doubt they will improve our service in the EH area and beyond.
buying habits, now focussed more heavily on e-commerce. For more information about shareholder member opportunities, please visit pallex.co.uk/become-a-member
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EURASIAN CORRIDOR...
A EUROPEAN INDUSTRIAL LIFELINE
International rail traffic continues;
Climate-friendly and reliable freight transport by rail is becoming
Shanghai-Duisburg currently in 18 days
increasingly important for global supply chains. Compared with
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airplanes, rail produces around 95 percent fewer CO2 emissions and
he Group of European TransEurasia Operators and Forwarders
almost 70 percent fewer than trucks. Container ships have comparable
(GETO) is concerned that the Ukraine conflict could have a
emissions, but are much slower.
negative impact on the Eurasian transit corridor. This could
disrupt critical supply chains and eliminate thousands of jobs.
For the economic zones of Europe, Central Asia and China, the Eurasian corridor is of huge strategic importance. Rail transport is fast,
In GETO's opinion, there is a significant risk that the Ukraine conflict
environmentally friendly and, above all, cheaper than air transport with
will cause irreparable damage both to the entrepreneurial activities
currently almost the same transit time. This has had a positive impact,
of member companies and to markets and customers. The years of
especially during the pandemic with its global repercussions. Freight
development work on the Eurasian corridor could be irrevocably undone.
transport on block trains has achieved growth despite the Corona pandemic and thus made a significant contribution to the stability of
The main priority of GETO and its members is to maintain their own
trade between China and Europe. The Ukraine conflict is jeopardizing
service offer, especially for Europe, as long as possible. As far as possible,
the successes achieved. GETO demands from its international partners
the task is to create the conditions for the Eurasian corridor to be able
to contribute everything in their power to preserve the corridor. GETO
to be rebuilt and developed even after a possible collapse of the market,
partners contribute to the continued existence of the Eurasian Corridor
after having been developed in many hours of work and detailed plans
as an excellent logistics product and an important lifeline for European
that have been worked out and adopted.
industry, contributing to intercultural coexistence. Harm Sievers, President, GETO FORWARDER magazine
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RAIL FREIGHT NEWS 28 MARCH 2022
CARGOBEAMER OPENS NEW
RAIL CONNECTION BETWEEN COLOGNE & SÈTE Unaccompanied transport of semi-trailers expanded on the Franco-German corridor
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frequency per week, semi-trailers, swap bodies and containers can
CO2 emissions reduced by 85% compared to road transport
be transported environmentally friendly on rail. Together with the
With the new service, CargoBeamer and its partners are enabling the
intermodal service provider primeRail, CargoBeamer serves as operator
environmentally friendly transport of goods on rail on yet another
of the trains, being responsible for their planning and dispatching. As the
lane. Compared to road transport, the CO2 emissions emitted during
Danish shipping and logistics company DFDS acts as the sole customer,
transport between Cologne and Sète are reduced by around 85% per
Cologne – Sète becomes be the first service dedicated to one client
semi-trailer. As a result, 45,000 kg of greenhouse gases are saved with
exclusively in the portfolio of CargoBeamer.
each train, which once again proves that rail is the transport mode of
he logistics service provider CargoBeamer has launched a new connection for the unaccompanied transport of semitrailers by rail. The leading operator for intermodal trains has
established a line between Cologne in western Germany and Sète in southern France since March. While trains will run on a two-rotation-
the future and will play a major role on the way towards climate-friendly The slots on the trains are allocated by DFDS. Each train can carry 38
logistics. Additionally, the unaccompanied transportation of semi-trailers,
trailers on T3000 wagons. From Sète, an option to extend the transport
in which the driver and tractor unit do not travel on the train, also helps
by ferry across the Mediterranean Sea to Yalova in Turkey is provided.
to relieve the rapidly increasing shortage of truck drivers in Europe.
The French company Europorte serves as the traction partner for the Franco-German line. Europorte is a subsidiary of the Getlink Group,
We are very pleased to add another line to the CargoBeamer network
which also operates the Eurotunnel, the only rail link between France
with the Cologne - Sète connection. By establishing this service, which
and the United Kingdom. By adding Cologne – Sète, both companies
is specially tailored to the requirements of DFDS, we can once again
expand their cooperation after already working together on the
expand our portfolio and send a strong signal to the market about
unaccompanied rail transportation of semi-trailers between Calais (FR)
how flexible our rail services can be. By having Europorte on board as
and Ashford (UK) since September 2021.
a partner, we are now cooperating with three of the largest traction companies in the French market. Together, we are continuously working to create new and environmentally friendly transport lanes to make rail one of most important transport modes of the future. Boris Timm, Chief Operating Officer, CargoBeamer
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DB Cargo UK is trialling the use of ‘combi-consists’
Combining two customers’ services into one train allowed us to reduce
to increase capacity, improve customer service
the required number of traincrew, freeing up resources to use on other
and improve its efficiency.
services. It also enabled us to significantly reduce our fuel consumption,
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making the train not only leaner, but greener too. We had to obtain
his month the UK’s largest rail freight operator ran a unique
special permission to run the service with a locomotive in the middle
jumbo train from Belmont Yard in Doncaster to Barking, East
dead-in-train but this reduced the need for complicated shunting at both
London, carrying a mix of wagons for two altogether different
ends of the journey. It enabled us to hook FCC Environment’s wagons on
types of customers.
to the back of Ward’s wagons without having to remove the locomotive and run it round. It’s much more efficient in terms of yard management.
The train consisted of two sets of empty wagons – 21 x MBA wagons for Ward Recycling and 18 x JNA wagons for FCC Environment – with
Roger said that the initiative would drive greater reliability on a rail
an isolated DIT (dead-in-train) locomotive – in the middle.
corridor that has recently seen very strong growth, with new services from the ports of Felixstowe and London Gateway for Maritime and new
The MBA wagons had previously been discharged at Immingham in North
services for FCC Environment from DB Cargo UK’s London aggregates
Lincolnshire and the JNA wagons discharged at FCC Environment’s new
terminals to two new terminals located at Tinsley and Peterborough.
waste transfer facility at Tinsley in South Yorkshire. DB now intends to take the trial one step further by proving the concept Both sets of wagons were then taken to DB Cargo UK’s Belmont Yard
on a greater portion of the East Coast Mainline & Midland Mainline,
depot in Doncaster where the jumbo train was assembled. The train
further improving the efficiency of the service.
travelled from Belmont Yard to Barking via Lincoln Central, Spalding, The East Coast Mainline, Hertford North and Canonbury Tunnel.
At DB cargo UK we are continually looking at ways to challenge the norm and further improve the reliability and efficiency of our services
Chief Sales Officer Roger Neary said DB was delighted with the results
and this is a great example of innovation in train-planning.
of the trial, which had numerous benefits for both the rail freight company and its customers. 15 MARCH 2022
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RAIL FREIGHT NEWS 28 MARCH 2022
GEBRÜDER WEISS
EXPANDS ITS NETWORK IN TURKEY Logistics company opens new location in Mersin on the eastern Mediterranean Sea / Turkey becomes more important for rail transports on the New Silk Road between Asia and Europe
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ith a new location in Mersin, the transport and logistics service provider Gebrüder Weiss has expanded its network in the south of Turkey. The activities carried
out from the country’s second-largest port include air and sea freight services, as well as intermodal land transport. Mersin is a central logistics hub on the Mediterranean Sea for shipments to the Caucasus, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Turkey is an emerging growth market and, with its location on the
Turkey becomes more important as a Silk Road hub
Mediterranean Sea, an important freight handling facility for transports
The Country also serves an important gateway function on the so-called
between Asia and Europe. Mersin represents another region being
'Middle Corridor' of the New Silk Road towards Central Asia and China.
developed by us for our customers, following on from Istanbul and
This offers an alternative to the transports via the Northern Corridor
Izmir. Favorable transport connections to the Mediterranean region as
through Russia, running from Turkey (Istanbul), Georgia, Azerbaijan,
well as the proximity to industrial operations in the hinterland are all
Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan to China.
advantages offered by the new location.
most of the countries along the Middle Corridor and are familiar with
Wolfram Senger-Weiss, CEO, Gebrüder Weiss
the local legal and cultural particulars in these regions. We are also
We have our own locations in
seeing increased demand from our customers for shipments on this Mersin is connected to the northern economic centres of
route,
says Senger-Weiss.
Kahramanmaras, Konya and Kayseri, from which mainly textile and agricultural products, chemical industry and mechanical engineering
The transit time is currently between 35 and 45 days, as the route also
are exported.
crosses the Caspian Sea.
The key factor is the location’s immediate proximity to producers.
Mersin is the third Gebrüder Weiss location in Turkey, in addition to
In addition to air and sea freight services, we also offer local customers
Istanbul and Izmir, where the company has been organizing partial-load
pharmaceutical and multimodal transports as well as warehouse logistics
transports along with air and sea freight services with 75 employees
and customs clearance.
since 2012. By taking over the freight forwarder 3S Transport & Logistik
Çiler Keskinel, Country Manager Air & Sea Turkey, Gebrüder Weiss
last year, Gebrüder Weiss also further expanded its transports from Istanbul to Germany.
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he Collett Team have completed delivery of two 20m bridge
destined for Goathland. Travelling on a Friday, and due to transport
sections as part of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s
restrictions over the weekend, this bridge was first transported to
‘Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey’, a £10 million project to
our Goole Heavy Lift Facility for storage ahead of transport to final
ensure future generations can enjoy the 180-year-old-line.
destination on the Monday. The second 26 Tonne bridge left Sheffield the following day accompanied by Collett’s escort vehicles for delivery
Appointed by Volkerlaser, Collett were tasked with delivering two
direct to site.
bridges from their point of manufacture at Northallerton’s Allerton Steel, via BAW Coatings in Sheffield, before final delivery at the
Due to the length of the cargoes, our Team had to perform intricate
Goathland construction site. With one 50 Tonne bridge measuring 25
manoeuvres, first on exiting the coating facility, and again on arrival at
metres, and one 46 Tonne measuring 21 metres, Collett were required
the Goathland delivery site due to the narrow rural access.
to provide transport solutions to safely deliver these lengthy cargoes. Following the removal of the old bridges 24 and 25, each of the cargoes Beginning in December 2021, each of the sections were transported
were lifted from Collett’s trailers and installed over the Eller Beck
as smaller components from Allerton Steel’s manufacturing facility to
ensuring that this section of the railway can continue to be used by
BAW Coatings for coating and assembly. Whilst undergoing coating,
passenger trains hauled by heavy steam engines.
Volkerlaser were on site in Goathland dismantling and removing the current 150-year-old steel structures to prepare for the installation of
The bridge work forms part of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s
the new bridges 24 and 25 to carry the railway line over the Eller Beck.
‘Yorkshire’s Magnificent Journey’ project, a £10 million project to ensure future generations can enjoy the 180-year-old line. It has been made
Spring forward to February, and with coating complete, the two bridges
possible thanks to generous funding from The National Lottery Heritage
left the coating facility to make the 200 mile journey to the picturesque
Fund, the European Union, NYMR’s Local Enterprise Partnership and
North Yorkshire Moors. Loaded to extendable rear steer flat-bed
kind donations from many supporters and is expected to be complete
trailers, the first of the bridges, the 50 Tonne section, left Sheffield
in April 2022. 30 MARCH 2022
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PROJECT CARGO
The transportation of large, heavy, high-value or critical (to the project they are intended for) pieces of equipment. Related topics Heavy lift Abnormal load OOG (out of gauge)
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16 MARCH 2022
BOLLORÉ LOGISTICS CHILE'S PROJECT FOR
COLBÚN’S FIRST SOLAR PARK
B
olloré Logistics successfully transported 30,000 tons of equipment
from January to December 2021 for a solar farm project in the Atacama region of Chile. The project involved delivering 10
containers per day, from Monday to Saturday, for a year from the port of Angamos to the site of Diego Almagro, approximately 500 km away. In order to ensure this logistics operation, Bolloré Logistics Chile contracted an exclusive agreement with a road transport company in the Atacama region. The main challenges were obtaining the required certifications to enter the work site as well as managing the rotation of trucks to coordinate simultaneously the loading and delivering operations.
The Solar Diego de Almagro project is managed by Colbún, the largest power generation company in Chile, with 25 power plants in Chile
We are very happy to have successfully completed the Solar Diego
and Peru, through which it has a total installed capacity of 3,893 MW
de Almagro project since being awarded this operation by Colbún in
distributed in different types of generation technologies. Diego de
2020. We have demonstrated all our expertise to be able to successfully
Almagro Solar Park is part of Colbún’s investment plan in renewable
carry out this time-sensitive project. Participating in the construction
energies. Its installed capacity is 230 MW and its operation will prevent
of this power plant that will generate renewable and clean energy as
the emission of almost 325 million tons of CO2 per year.
part of the sustainable development of Chile has made us very proud. Jorge Ramirez, Director of Industrial Projects in Chile, BOLLORÉ
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KGE BALTIC SHIP
SURGE TANK TO ABU DHABI
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t was routed from Aksay in Kazakhstan to Abu Dhabi in the UAE via
a Turkish Port. The unit measures 10.80 x 3.60 x 3.68m and weighs 13,300kg. Arseniy Langfrid (KGE Operation Coordinator) comments;
During the transportation, there was a fuss on the market so we were
faced with a lack of space in Turkey. However, we managed to successfully reserve our space and stored the tank in the port area in expectation of the vessel departure date.
The tank was safely delivered to the Abu
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PROJECT CARGO NEWS 16 MARCH 2022
EXG MOVES
MASSIVE COLUMNS FROM WEST TO NORTH INDIA
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xpress Global Logistics (EXG) have moved four massive columns
EXG's scope included the transportation as well as railway shutdowns,
(the largest at 51m-long) in India, from Tarapur in Maharashtra
civil work at various points and the dismantling of a toll plaza to allow
to Barmer in Rajasthan for a well-known industrial company. The
the huge cargo to pass safely. The team also had to deal with heavy non-
incredible over-dimensional cargo was successfully delivered in a well-planned
seasonal rains leaving the roads pot-holed and uneven in many places
and carefully coordinated operation. See photos in the gallery below.
which was a risk for the cargo and had to be corrected.
The cargo consisted of:
The EXG team endured and delivered the difficult project successfully
• A Naphtha Stabiliser Column (distillation)
despite the challenges, all thanks to detailed plans coordinated by their
at 50.70 x 4.80 x 5.40m / 129mt - using a 14.6m spacer • A Stripper Column (helps remove volatiles from water) at 42.05 x 5.00 x 5.70m / 220mt - using a 12.5m spacer • A Swing Naphtha Stripper (heavy gases condenser) at 36.50 x 6.20 x 6.70m / 92mt - using a 10m spacer • An Absorber Column (allows separation of gases from liquids) at 32.30 x 3.40 x 3.70m / 75mt
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asset management, heavy hauling, and engineering departments well in advance of the cargo's movement.
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CN are pleased to approve Punto System as new members in Italy. The company began life in 1988 and their offices are located in Modena and Milan. They come strongly
recommended as project cargo experts by PCN members. Punto System has been working for almost 35 years transporting
every kind of cargo, from the bulkiest, to the most dangerous, to the most original and most precious. Thanks to the experience acquired through the years, we have specialized in the most extreme transports and project cargo. We offer customized integrated logistics solutions for very heavy and very large cargo by sea, air, road and rail as well as chartering, intermodal and many other related services. Our team has great knowledge of the specific challenges for a range of different sectors including operative machinery, TBM & tunnelling, concrete, construction & construction equipment, oil & gas, power & energy, rigs & cranes, automotive and manufacturing.
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PUNTO SYSTEM
MOVE THE IMPOSSIBLE!
.H. Robinson Project Logistics recently undertook a huge
Additionally, the team had to work quickly in a congested logistics
project to help transport 720 pieces of equipment to
market to ensure a vessel out of Italy sailed before the permits expired.
Turkey weighing a total of 2,463mtn. The job spanned 16
Due to their good relationships and coordination, C.H. Robinson were
months and included 9 origin countries, 3 ocean charters and took
able to sort out any issues and the charter was discharged on time.
70+ shipments to complete. The components were sourced from locations across the globe and transported to Turkey through various means, including vessels, barges, and SPMTs. The heaviest piece weighed 109,960kg and the largest measured 57.9 x 3.6 x 4.1m. The project was moving smoothly until a surge in Covid-19 cases caused industry delays. This included one of the charter vessels being held up outside of Korea for 3-4 days until the entire crew could be tested for the virus.
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PROJECT CARGO NEWS 5 APRIL 2022
PRIORITY FREIGHT ARRANGES URGENT
COURIER DELIVERY OF MICROCHIPS WORTH £���,��� • Logistics specialist delivers shipment 600 miles, across UK/France border, within 20 hours • Within one hour of enquiry, Priority Freight completed customs papers, organised high value insurance and had a driver on site to collect the goods • Valuable package containing 300 semiconductor chips driven from Birmingham to Le Mans • High-tech transport management system and professional support network facilitated rapid response
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network of support agents, Priority Freight responded immediately and riority Freight has once again employed its expert service and
created a bespoke logistical solution to solve the problem.
unrivalled time-critical logistics to help a vehicle manufacturer who faced production line delays due to a shortage of
While one member of the appointed team worked on sourcing a driver
semiconductor chips. Within one hour of the initial enquiry, Priority
and vehicle, another started the detailed customs paperwork and T1 forms
Freight had secured a driver and van, arranged ferry crossings, completed
to allow the goods to pass quickly across the border into France. A third
customs paperwork, organised high-value transport insurance and
expert completed the high value transport insurance required to move the
collected the goods from Manchester. Within less than 20 hours, the
high-value chips in one shipment. With each member of the Priority Freight
50kg package of semiconductors worth £110,000 arrived safely at the
team working in harmony on their appointed tasks, the driver was equipped
Le Mans production facility.
with all necessary clearance and insurance and arrived on site to collect the goods within just one hour of the initial phone call.
Chip shortages are commonplace among the automotive industry at present and manufacturers are often required to go to extreme lengths
The package of semiconductors was collected in Birmingham at 13:00,
to source available chips and keep production lines operational. This
driven to Dover port, crossed the Channel that evening and completed
was the case for one manufacturer who urgently needed to transport
the 600-mile journey to Le Mans arriving by 08:30 the following morning.
300 chips from Manchester to its production site in Le Mans, France. This expertly choreographed logistical solution was made possible due to The manufacturer approached Priority Freight for assistance with its
Priority Freight’s in-house team who were able to immediately predict and
logistical challenge, which was compounded by extensive delays at UK
prepare the paperwork required to ensure a smooth movement of goods
ports, new customs procedures and the high-value of the goods in question.
through customs. The timely delivery prevented a costly line stop at the Le
Using its professional, bespoke transport management system (TMS) and
Mans plant, preserving manufacturing schedules and company reputation.
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he experts at C.H. Robinson Project Logistics recently coordinated a shipment of six large modules from a fabricator in Vietnam.
The team arranged for the collection of the shrink-wrapped units via SPMT transporters and moved the cargo to a structurally sound quay where the units could be loaded onto two deck barges. The modules were then barged to Ho Chi Minh Port and lifted by the ship's crane into the hold of the ocean vessel. Once the loading and securing operations were successfully completed, the vessel departed the next day destined for a major refinery project located in the SouthEastern region of Mexico. 29 MARCH 2022
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17 MARCH 2022
VIENNA AIRPORT RECORDS
STRONG GROWTH IN BELLY CARGO
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ienna Airport reports a continuing stable cargo business at the
beginning of the year. Freight tonnages in January and February 2022 continued the good level of the previous year and strong growth in belly freight. The return of passenger flights roughly doubled the volume of belly freight in both months compared to 2021. High frequencies of cargo-
For the electronics and automotive industries in particular, further
only freighters and new freight charter connections are creating further
valuable supply chains between Asia and Central and Eastern Europe
vital cargo capacities at Vienna Airport from Central and Eastern Europe
are emerging from Vienna. Cargo-only flights already connect Austria's
to Asia and North America, for example.
capital with important hubs such as Seoul-Incheon, Istanbul or Baku. Regular Preighter flights have also been established to Taipei and Hanoi.
With a tonnage of 20,770 tons in January 2022, Vienna Airport records
New charter connections also complement Vienna's cargo offering.
an increase of about 5 percent compared to January 2021 (19,735 tons).
At the end of 2021, for example, the logistics service provider cargo-
In February 2022, tonnages reach 18,259 tons, a similar level to the
partner launched a weekly part-charter program that will provide
previous year (18,543 tons). Vienna Airport thus continues the solid
additional cargo capacity from Vienna to Chicago O'Hare Airport.
freight level of the previous year: Approximately 20 percent growth in annual tonnage was recorded by Austria's most important commercial airport in 2021 (261,299 tons) compared to 2020 (217,887 tons).
In order to maintain supply chains, we have recently seen an increase of customer demand on this route. Vienna Airport serves us as an ideal hub for the catchment area throughout Central and Eastern Europe.
A strong increase in tonnage was recorded for the belly cargo of passenger
Stefan Krauter, CEO, cargo-partner
aircraft at the beginning of the year. January 2022 saw an upturn of around 54 percent compared to the same month last year, while February 2022
Thanks to our excellent infrastructure and handling capacities,
saw an increase of almost 48 percent. The reason for the rise in belly
Vienna Airport has established itself as an ideally positioned air cargo
freight is the increased volume of passenger connections, which are being
hub for Central and Eastern Europe. With the addition of further
taken up more frequently again after the Corona crisis.
flights, we are able to further expand our cargo capacities to Asia or North America, for example. Michael Zach, Vice President Sales & Finance, Ground Handling & Cargo Operations, Vienna Airport FORWARDER magazine
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5G GOES LIVE 3 MARCH 2022
AT THE PORT OF FELIXSTOWE
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utchison Ports Port of Felixstowe has reached a significant
The availability of equipment is integral to port operations. Routine
milestone by becoming the largest UK port to deploy 5G
maintenance is an absolute necessity but can restrict equipment
technology and the Internet of Things (IoT).
availability. The algorithm will maximise the amount of time cranes are in use and will reduce the cost associated with emergency repairs and
The Port of Felixstowe along with consortium members, Three UK,
day-to-day maintenance. The 5G network can handle the huge volume
Blue Mesh Solutions and the University of Cambridge was successful
of data collected which will be used to train the algorithm at levels that
in an application for grant funding under the 5G Testbeds and Trials
wouldn’t be sustainable over 4G.
programme run by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The project aims to prove 5G’s capabilities in a busy port environment.
We will harness the speed, low-latency and high-capacity of 5G to send the high volumes of data generated by the IoT sensors for an Artificial Intelligence based predictive maintenance system. This
The project seeks to deliver on two use cases: predictive maintenance
system will be able to detect anomalies in the cranes and alert the
of quay cranes using Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and providing
operators so that preventive maintenance can be targeted at these
communications for remote control yard cranes.
areas before the failure actually happens. Prof Ajith Parlikad,
It's incredible to see our £200 million investment in innovative 5G
Professor of Asset Management, the University of Cambridge
tech is empowering Britain’s biggest and busiest container port to explore new ways of driving efficiency, improving safety and supporting
5G allows IoT systems to operate in a denser and more data rich
the UK's post-Brexit status as a global trading nation. 5G has huge
environment. Combining modern sensors with IoT technology to
potential to revolutionise a wide range of UK industries and 5G Ports
manage data backhaul allows data to be used in new ways, such as
is just one testbed the government is funding to help achieve this.
combining the sensors with Artificial Intelligence algorithms to search
Julia Lopez, Digital Infrastructure Minister, Port of Felixstowe
for inferences in data that are hidden from standard analysis methods. Building these ‘Digital Twins’ is the future of computer and engineering
As part of the 5G project, six quay cranes are being fitted with
science and 5G is an enabling technology. Personally, it’s exciting for our
IoT Sensors to understand the stresses and strains placed on them
small company to be working on such a thought leading and technically
by day-to-day operation. Using 5G to transmit the data enables
challenging project with world leaders in global port management,
these systems to operate in real-time which could enable ‘in the
telecommunications and engineering research.
moment’ safety-critical applications. Using the data generated by
Richard Brooks, Managing Director, Blue Mesh Solutions
the IoT sensors and linking it to the actual activity on the crane together with previous maintenance records, Cambridge University
The project is due to complete in September 2022. Significant work
is developing an algorithm to predict equipment failure and suggest
has already been undertaken at the Three lab to test the 5G network
the optimum time to maintain the equipment.
against these use cases. Increasing traffic will now utilise the network
Karen Poulter,
and prove its capabilities to simultaneously manage the two use-cases
Head of Information Services, Port of Felixstowe; 5G Project Lead
and to support the business- critical activities of the port.
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The Port of Rotterdam Authority’s response:
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In other areas, too, the Port Authority is actively working on making shipping more sustainable, for example by building shore power
he European NGO Transport & Environment has conducted
installations and running inland shipping vessels on batteries.
a study of maritime-related CO2 emissions in European seaports. The report states that the port of Rotterdam is
Together with all the players in the port industrial complex, the Port
the most polluting in Europe, as shipping traffic to and from Rotterdam
Authority's ambition is to accelerate sustainability where possible and
and the handling of vessels in the port produce 13.7 million tonnes of
the necessary steps have been and are being taken. We are working
CO2 emissions.
hard to ensure the port is carbon-neutral by 2050.
With nearly 30,000 sea-going vessels per year, Rotterdam is by far the
This means that significant steps must also be taken in making the
largest port in Europe and logically also has the highest shipping-related
port industrial complex more sustainable. We have big ambitions. The
CO2 emissions. This conclusion by Transport & Environment comes as
Porthos project involves CO2 capture and storage. The use of green
no surprise to the Port Authority.
hydrogen in industry and the production of biofuels are in full swing. Many companies are committed to minimising emissions and even to
The Port of Rotterdam Authority underlines the necessity for the
emission-free terminals.
shipping industry – like the rest of society – to take significant steps to limit climate change. This is not a simple matter because, as yet, hardly
We realise that the port of Rotterdam, being the largest port, has
any clean fuels are available that can replace polluting fuels, and ships
the highest emissions of European seaports. In 2018, we presented our
have to be adapted to them. Where possible, the Port of Rotterdam
own research into the level of emissions from the logistics chains via
Authority facilitates the development and use of alternative fuels, such
Rotterdam and how they can be reduced to '0'. Since then, we have
as LNG and bioethanol.
been focusing, together with other parties, on targeted projects to reduce emissions. We are aware that we can and must make an impact in the port of Rotterdam and be able to make a substantial contribution to the established climate targets. It goes without saying that we feel responsible and assume responsibility. Allard Castelein, CEO, Port of Rotterdam Authority Here you can read a more detailed explanation, and about how the port of Rotterdam is working towards achieving the 2050 climate targets.
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THE COMBINED TRANSPORT PROJECT 17 MARCH 2022
AT THE PORT OF CHERBOURG GETS THE GO AHEAD!
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The project
new page will be turned for the port of Cherbourg with
The freight ferry market is also evolving and new challenges are arising
the new multimodal terminal due to open in 2024. It will
due to environmental issues, Brexit, ever larger vessels and coming
link the South West of France to the United Kingdom via
changes in mobility. All these factors are leading to a shift in trends
Cherbourg. Staff at Ports of Normandy and Cherbourg Port have
towards more limited use of 'road only' transport in favour of an
been working hard on the project for the last two years. The public
increase in the use of unaccompanied trailers and alternative high-
health crisis has impacted the timing of this ambitious project, which is
volume overland transport solutions.
intended to provide a response to environmental concerns, increasingly large ships and the impacts of Brexit on cross-Channel traffic. All that
With this in mind, Ports of Normandy set itself
remained was for Brittany Ferries to firmly commit to the project.
five strategic goals:
That commitment has now been given and I am delighted. I see in it
• Be able to accommodate larger ships
their confidence in the quality of the work done by Ports of Normandy
• Strengthen and expand its hinterland
and Cherbourg Port as well as the fruit of the cohesion between
• Meet the challenges of Brexit
the different local authorities – Normandy Regional Council, which I
• Make it possible to provide a new, efficient overland transport
chair, Manche Department Council, chaired by Jean Morin, Cotentin
service that is both an alternative and a complementary solution
agglomeration community headed by David Margueritte and Cherbourg
to road haulage
en Cotentin town council, through its mayor, Benoit Arrivé. We have
• Contribute to greener and cleaner transport
worked together to develop this project which will considerably expand Cherbourg Port's hinterland and strengthen its competitive position
A Call for Expression of Interest (CEI) was launched in 2019 to appoint a
on the cross-Channel and Ireland routes. We can now start on the
rail operator to manage a multimodal terminal at the port of Cherbourg,
public consultation so as to ensure the new development is perfectly
the only cross-Channel terminal that can easily be connected to the
integrated in what is a highly urbanised environment.
railway network west of the Dover Strait
Hervé Morin, Chairman of Ports of Normandy and Normandy Regional Council
Brittany Ferries replied to this CEI by proposing a railway service between Cherbourg and Bayonne. Brittany Ferries wishes to... • Improve productivity – transport fewer road tractors (optimise loaded weight and volume) and more trailers instead by increasing the share of unaccompanied vehicles across sea freight activities as a whole • Enhance the environmental performance of transport activities • Strengthen its position on long routes between Spain and the Anglo-Celtic Isles and diversify its maritime offer to include rail
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The project tabled by Brittany Ferries is underpinned by LOHR technology, which... • Ensures trailer gauges are compatible with railway tunnels, which is a major constraint in France and on the Iberian peninsula • Enables the loading of non-cranable trailers, i.e. most of the trailer fleet • Implements a high-performance logistics system that ensures easier, faster and safer loading operations • Enables connections with other French and European terminals (Sète, Marseille, Italy, etc.) This project will involve Brittany Ferries building a railway terminal in Mouguerre (Greater Bayonne), setting up a 950 km long train route between Mouguerre and Cherbourg, and operating a two-way shuttle service with a transport capacity of 42 trailers in each direction. Construction of the Cherbourg terminal should start in 2023 after public consultation, which is scheduled to take place in 2022. Barring unexpected problems, it should go into service in 2024. The route is expected to open shortly after. After the ramp-up period, it will be able to transport about 20,000 trailers every year to and from the port of Cherbourg, i.e. the same volume currently handled at Cherbourg for the UK market. Ports of Normandy will be contributing €7m to this project, with financial backing from Normandy Regional Council, the Manche department and Cotentin agglomeration community. Europe is also providing €1.4m of funding for the project (included in the €7m).
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TECH & DIGITALISATION Digitalisation: leveraging digitisation to improve business processes. (Digitisation: converting information from a physical into a digital format. Digital Transformation: the use of new, fast and frequently changing digital technology to solve problems.)
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LÖDIGE INDUSTRIES HAS COMPLETED THE
AUTOMATION TECH OF TURKISH CARGO'S TERMINAL
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ödige Industries has recently completed the new fully automated terminal for Turkish Cargo. At the new location at Istanbul Airport, one of the largest and most efficient cargo terminals in the world
has been built on a total area of around 300,000 square metres, offering a handling capacity of four million tonnes per year. With the completion of the new cargo hub, one of the largest projects ever realized by Lödige Industries, Turkish Cargo has moved its operations from Ataturk Airport to the new Istanbul Airport, more than tripling its capacity. The new terminal offers the highest quality of service and efficient processes with diversified special cargo areas for product groups such as temperaturecontrolled storage (6,000 square meters), express cargo (2,000 square meters) and living animals (500 square meters). In addition, 5,000 square meters are available for e-commerce and mail cargo, and another 1,000 square meters for a high-security area for handling valuable cargo. With automated high-bay warehouses with 17,000 storage locations, 30 stacking cranes, 15 lifts and an integrated warehouse management system with direct interface to customer and freight management systems, Turkish Cargo is able to deliver the highest level of performance, even during peak demand. Thanks to the connection to the Lödige Customer Care Centre as well as a team of experts on site, the systems are permanently monitored, and continuous functionality is ensured around the clock. Turkish Cargo’s goal is to always deliver the best possible quality to its customers and industry partners. With the brand-new cargo hub at
Turkish cargo's ambitious plans are an impressive demonstration of
İstanbul Airport, we are able to combine the highest quality standards
what is important in future-oriented cargo terminals. With our facilities,
with the utmost efficiency, making Istanbul the most advanced logistics
one of the fastest growing cargo airlines has the ideal environment to
centre in the world. For the technical equipment, Turkish Cargo has
deliver top performance day in, day out, whilst being ready for the
opted for the most powerful, reliable and innovative solutions and has
challenges of the future. We are very proud to have successfully built this
therefore deliberately chosen the quality and experience of the leading
beacon together with Turkish Cargo. And we are absolutely convinced
supplier Lödige Industries.
that Turkish Cargo is thus ideally equipped for further growth.
Turhan Özen, Chief Cargo Officer, Turkish Cargo
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IAG CARGO PARTNERS WITH CARGO.ONE 21 MARCH 2022
AS IT DOUBLES DOWN ON ITS DIGITAL FOOTPRINT Market leaders cargo.one cements its position in the digital cargo bookings space by partnering with European leader IAG Cargo
Worldwide reach cargo.one users will leverage hundreds of new routes via IAG Cargo’s sister airlines British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, Level and Vueling
Leveraging data IAG Cargo to benefit from unique data insights via cargo.one’s
IAG Cargo remains ahead of the market by implementing effective
cargo.one360 platform
digitalization across its business model. As its next step in multi-
I
channel distribution, the carrier chose cargo.one based on its industry
AG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG),
prominence and stand-out ability to ensure seamless digital booking
and cargo.one today announced a global partnership to bring the
experiences. Loved by freight forwarders, cargo.one’s technology is on
carrier’s extensive cargo services to the real-time digital booking
par with the carrier’s own high digital standards.
platform. In one of cargo.one’s largest partnerships to date, IAG Cargo joins the leading managed marketplace for digital air cargo bookings, and
We are delighted to be partnering with cargo.one – an exciting
gains access to a substantial user base of freight forwarders including
partnership strengthening the digital development of IAG Cargo. This
many thousands of small and medium sized businesses.
partnership is the latest step in our journey to transform the way we do business, making it easier than ever for our customers to book their
Through its five sister airlines, including national carriers British Airways,
freight online with IAG Cargo.
Iberia and Aer Lingus, IAG Cargo benefits from an extensive network,
David Shepherd, Managing Director, IAG Cargo
fleet and world-class specialist hubs. IAG Cargo offers customers a truly global reach and invaluable flexibility. Its network spans over 60
As IAG Cargo continues to grow its capacity, cargo.one is well-placed
countries with over 500 aircraft flying thousands of flights per week -
to support its digital success. The carrier is looking to benefit from
with particular strength for transatlantic and Latin American capacities.
insights gathered from cargo.one’s data analysis platform cargo.one360,
Freight forwarders using cargo.one will soon be able to search, book,
as well as digital sales trends and benchmarks learned across dozens of
amend and track IAG Cargo bookings within seconds.
cargo.one’s airline partners.
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As a partner, IAG Cargo is a powerhouse and is well known for continuous innovation. Both companies share a proven instinct for building digital options that elevate customers and improve outcomes. IAG Cargo offers us exciting opportunities to co-innovate and hit new heights for digital efficiencies and service delivery. With our combined expertise, freight forwarders booking with us can look forward to an outstanding end-to-end experience. Moritz Claussen, Founder & Co-CEO, cargo.one In a dynamic supply environment, being front of mind with freight forwarders worldwide is essential. cargo.one offers IAG Cargo an
booking management and collaboration functionality, coupled with its
unrivaled capability to boost visibility and continually optimize booking
outstanding customer support.
offer quality to best fit the market. Dedicated growth managers help to facilitate learning so that supply can be skillfully matched to demand.
Soon freight forwarders can book IAG Cargo capacity in a few clicks using cargo.one. The partnership provides marketplace users with additional
For freight forwarders often managing demanding supply chains, IAG
access to important destinations in Europe, North America, Asia Pacific,
Cargo’s three hubs of London, Madrid and Dublin offer them great
LATAM, Middle East and Africa. The partnership comes after cargo.
flexibility. cargo.one contributes additional agility with its valuable
one greatly expanded its capacities across Asia, in recent months.
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PARCELCOMPARE BREAKS INTO TOP 500 OF THE FT 1,000 LIST OF FASTEST-GROWING COMPANIES
T
he ground-breaking online price comparison site
The companies that made the final cut were sufficiently resilient —
ParcelCompare has been included in the Financial Times’ FT
and, in some cases, lucky — to survive a collapse in demand caused
1000 list of Europe’s fastest-growing companies.
by coronavirus restrictions, trade frictions due to Brexit, and a longrunning global supply chain squeeze. This show of strength, and a
The pioneering online parcel price comparison site ParcelCompare has
growing optimism in some quarters about the global economy, mean
entered the Financial Times’ FT 1000 list of Europe’s fastest-growing
many business leaders are confident of better performance in the
companies for the first time, breaking straight into the top 500 at 470.
forthcoming year — despite the new risks posed by labour shortages, rising inflation, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and soaring energy prices.
The FT 1000, compiled with research company Statista, is a list of the top
The Financial Times
1,000 companies in Europe that have achieved the highest percentage growth in revenues between 2017 and 2020. The full results are revealed
Says David:
The last few years were indeed challenging for tech-led
in the Financial Times today (Monday 21 March, 2022).
companies. You only need to look at the fate of last year’s number 1 on this list, Bulb, to see how markets have been thrown into turmoil.
ParcelCompare has not only survived, but thrived, during a truly
Bulb, Britain’s seventh-biggest energy supplier, went into “special
tough time for businesses across Europe. We are delighted to join
administration” in November, though it has now been supported by a
this list of companies that have demonstrated exceptional growth in
Government loan. During this time, ParcelCompare has played a vital
recent years. ParcelCompare has grown rapidly as ever-more customers
role in ensuring people who were unable to see loved ones in person
discover our smart comparison site, which seeks out the best price
were still able to send them gifts, while retailers, forced to close their
and transit time for their shipments from all the major international
shops during lockdowns, were able to obtain competitive prices to
couriers. ParcelCompare’s growing popularity is reflected in our FT
boost their online delivery options. In the face of such challenges, we
1000 listing that reveals absolute growth of 337% and compound annual
are particularly proud that our consistent turnover growth has resulted
growth rate (CAGR) of 63.5% between 2017 and 2020.
in ParcelCompare breaking into the FT 1000 list for the first time.
David Jinks M.I.L.T., Head of Consumer Research, ParcelCompare To discover how ParcelCompare compares the prices of deliveries to thousands of destinations, see parcelcompare.com
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elfare monitoring and journey management system
Designed to protect the health and safety of travelling and mobile
GetHomeSafe has integrated with fleet management
workforces in industries such as utilities, agriculture, health and social
data from Webfleet Solutions to help improve the
care and land-based professions, the integrated solution also enables
safety of lone and remote workers.
businesses to plan and approve worker journeys, while providing drivers with automatic routing information via their mobile GetHomeSafe app.
The GetHomeSafe mobile app allows employees to schedule and carry out time-based check-ins with their employers and to inform them of
Digital tools that help improve the safety of fleet drivers have long
what they are doing, where they are going and when they expect to
been a core ingredient of the WEBFLEET platform. By welcoming
check-in as ‘home safe’.
GetHomeSafe to our portfolio of WEBFLEET.connect integration partners we have added another valuable risk management solution for
By integrating with WEBFLEET, GetHomeSafe can now monitor the
our business customers.
GPS location of workers relative to their vehicles, in real time. Should
Beverley Wise, Regional Director UK & Ireland, Webfleet Solutions
employees fail to check-in or activate an alert, supervisors or fleet managers will be automatically notified and their location, along with the location of their vehicles, can be immediately pinpointed using a single cloud-based interface. Access to a full breakdown of status information for both employees and their vehicles will help ensure businesses are better placed to manage the risks facing workers operating alone or in remote environments. By combining the cutting-edge functionality of these two innovative solutions – both leaders in their respective fields – we are enhancing end-to-end workforce visibility and making it easier for managers to make informed decisions about the severity of incidents. Sophie Cranfield, Head of Business Development – UK, Europe and Americas, GetHomeSafe. 10 MARCH 2022
SAFETY BOOST FOR LONE WORKERS AS
WELFARE MONITORING APP
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TECH & DIGITALISATION NEWS 8 MARCH 2022
DEUGRO RELEASES APP OF WEB-BASED
SUPPLY MANAGEMENT'S DEUGRO VISIOTRACK
H
anau, Germany, March
In addition, the track and trace
08, 2022 – deugro
feature in deugro visiotrack
is
complementing
provides an overview of shipment
its Web-based supply chain
milestones as well as data on
management system with the
distance traveled. The tracking
deugro visiotrack app. The app is
allows users to obtain real-time
available for all iOS- and Android-
shipment information via a safe
based mobile phones and enables
link, without needing to log in. The
real-time access to shipment-
built-in functionality enables users
relevant information.
to interact and communicate with clients directly using the
Successful
supply
chain
embedded 'Share' button, which
management relies on accurate
sends the tracking link by e-mail,
and
chat function or WhatsApp. To
complete
milestone
information available at all time. deugro’s Web-based supply management
further the universal nature of deugro visiotrack, information can be
system deugro visiotrack offers such information on a 24/7 basis. The
shared using common office software standards.
digital platform provides clients with a complete overview of all data when they need it most—to ensure quality, process efficiency and
The newly released app expands the versatility of deugro visiotrack
effective communication between all parties involved.
with true mobile access to information and functionality such as the scanning of barcodes or QR code labels and the uploading of pictures
deugro visiotrack has been developed by software architects based on
and documents without the need for access to a computer.
the profound logistics knowledge and experience of deugro experts. Instant 24/7 global access to all information related to purchase orders
The deugro visiotrack app offers even more convenient access to
and shipments, summarized via customizable dashboards, enables
the Web-based system and helps to increase efficiency even further.
transparency throughout the complete supply chain. Budget control, both
At deugro, we always strive to leverage state-of-the-art IT solutions
predictive analytics and solid financial forecasting, as well as potential cost
and bring value to our clients. The deugro visiotrack app is the
and time savings, are just a few of the advantages deugro visiotrack offers.
essence of all of this. Mario Hess, Senior Vice President – Oil & Gas Logistics, deugro The application will be continuously extended to give access to many deugro services directly on iOS- or Android-based mobile phones.
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hipping lines are backed up to record-breaking levels, and
Why mastering the last mile matters
retailers worldwide struggle to keep shelves fully stocked.
Being the touch-point between the seller and the end customer, the
While the Lunar New Year holidays brought about a brief
last mile segment has quickly grown in importance. Businesses and
respite, it is quickly fading, especially in light of the developing conflict
consumers alike have developed heightened expectations, which will
between Russia and Ukraine. There is a growing problem in the global
continue to grow as companies like Amazon push closer to same-day
supply chain, and it’s likely going to get worse before it gets better.
deliveries. Unfortunately, the market is crowded with competitors of every stripe, which means the room for error is vanishingly small.
Despite the near-perpetual congestion, global e-commerce sales are expected to grow to 21% of total sales in 2022, almost an 18% increase
In the end, it comes down to the last mile, the final leg of the
in market share in just two years. That growth is expected to continue to
delivery cycle that sees the goods moved to the final intended
24.5% by 2025. By the end of 2022, it’s likely that the global e-commerce
destination. On-time delivery and delivery visibility are the two
market will total $5.55 trillion and will continue to grow throughout the
most critical aspects of final mile deliveries and significantly impact
coming years. This means more packages, more complicated logistics,
customer service. The more steps a customer has to go through to
and more strain on an already over-stressed supply chain.
find out where their package is or the longer it’s delayed, the lower the overall customer satisfaction levels. Worse yet, the less likely
As there is no silver-bullet solution that can fix all of these troubles
the customer will be willing to do business again.
overnight, companies will need to look at what steps they can take to alleviate their own burdens. Inefficiencies are rust and, if left
In addition to customer service, the last mile tends to be the most
unchecked, can erode the entire supply chain. That said, there are
expensive aspect of the delivery cycle, which makes it worthy of
many ways to improve supply chains. The question is, where to begin?
additional scrutiny. This is especially true as spot rates continue to climb to absurd levels, given the capacity crunch within the
The answer, to a large extent, lies in the way the yard is managed.
ocean freight industry.
Compared to other industries, the logistics and transportation industries well-established companies still rely on heavily manual processes such
How a yard management solution can help with last-mile visibility
as spreadsheets, whiteboards, or card systems to manage their yard
Visibility can be directly translated into the ability to know where
operations. While these systems were adequate at one point, they
stock is precisely at any given time and be able to convey that
weren’t designed to be easily managed at higher volumes.
information to the customer. The warehouse or distribution center
have been slow to embrace the new era of technology. Many large and
is often the last stop for freight before processing and shipping to The problem is when yard management systems fail; it quickly starts
the customer. The larger sites tend to have busier yards, which
causing problems throughout the supply chain and the last mile of
means more opportunities for errors and delays, directly affecting
the delivery. Missing trailers can result in shipping delays, which
on-time deliveries for shipments.
can incur customer penalties, such as Walmart’s On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) policy. Revenue is also impacted when critical inventories
Companies that employ an advanced yard management solution will
such as seasonal or promotional materials are lost. Additionally,
typically see an improvement in warehouse throughput upwards of
every delayed trailer runs the risk of creating backlogs in the
10 to 12 percent for outbound operations during peak season. This
receiving docks due to a higher influx of shipments, which further
is because trailer movements are better tracked through the yard,
complicates last-mile deliveries.
which reduces loading delays.
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This ability to track trailer movements through the yard and move
Simply put, the global supply chain will need all the help it can get.
them through the warehouse in a timely manner directly impacts
Increasing yard visibility can minimize delays. This improves the
visibility. First, loads can be scheduled more efficiently, which
speed at which retailers can get items stocked while simultaneously
improves ETAs provided to customers. Driver dwell times and
bringing the world closer to resolving the current debacle.
dock congestion is cut down drastically, allowing for a smoother, more efficient processing of trailers and freight. YMS systems can also increase the amount of data captured within supply chain
ABOUT C3 SOLUTIONS
operations, highlighting areas that can be improved and enabling
C3 Solutions is an information technology company specialized
companies to set and track better metrics for KPIs.
in yard management (YMS) and dock scheduling (DSS) systems. Since its founding in 2000, C3 has gained the confidence of clients worldwide and across many industries, including retail, grocery, distribution, manufacturing, and parcel post. Headquartered in Montreal (QC), Canada, and privately owned, C3 develops, implements, and supports the most complete yard management and dock scheduling products on the market today. www.c3solutions.com
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echnology is the backbone of most companies’ strategic vision to address customers, markets, and industry demands. However, evaluating, selecting and then deploying a new business application across an organization’s operations can seem like a daunting task.
However, before rushing to deploy a new technology, businesses should take these important, but oftentimes, overlooked five best practices into consideration:
1
Establish required features and resources The most important factor is to have a well-defined process plan that identifies software requirements. Defining existing pain points within current processes is as significant as defining
the new requirements and a desired process plan of the proposed business application solution.
2
Understand customer needs Another key factor to take into account is how this newly deployed business application will serve your customers. Conducting an audit of the existing system will reveal how customers
are currently being served as well as uncovering gaps.
3
Mind the budget In order to create budgetary parameters, organizations must closely examine the cost/benefit analysis and corporate ROI thresholds ahead of starting the project. By utilizing a modeling
technique, organizations will be able to estimate project effort, development hours, staff size, risk propensity, hardware requirements, and more.
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Incorporate security at every level A new business application deployment should not compromise any security best practice; instead, it should seamlessly work with and comply with existing security standards. Robust
security becomes even more critical during a deployment period.
5
Set the integration parameters Lastly, you need to fully recognize what level of integration is required during implementation by reviewing the current technology stack and identifying its associated
benefits, challenges and costs. Depending on the level of integration, it might require additional hours to get all systems fully operable.
In closing, by employing these recommended best practices, organizations will be on the right track towards a successful deployment that will enable improved efficiencies, increased team productivity levels as well as optimized business operations. As a result, the entire organization will be able to address not only current market demands but anticipate future ones. Tom Martucci, CTO, Consolidated Intermodal Technologies (CIT)
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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS Opportunities to network and promote your services. Related topics Conferences Expositions Networking
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11 & 12 MAY NEC BIRMINGHAM
F
ollowing the recent seismic shift in shopper behaviour, the
As well as benefiting from face to face business meetings and
retail sector has responded accordingly, leading the way with
serendipitous exchanges across the show floor, retail professionals can
innovative solution and products. Retail professionals can plug
also take their skillset to the next level. There are free professional
into the latest developments, discover new vendors and plan for future
development opportunities with an insightful conference and practical
business success with a visit to IRX & eDX this May.
hands-on training covering all aspects of online retailing – from headless commerce, mobile and payments to fulfilment, cross-border growth,
Registration is now open for IRX (InternetRetailing Expo) & eDX
B2B plus the latest in AR, VR and other disruptive technologies.
(eDelivery Expo) taking place on 11 & 12 May 2022 at the NEC, Birmingham.
Retail professionals can meet with the full A to Z (well, A to W!) of leading suppliers – from Adobe, Amazon, Huboo, Mastercard, Salesfire
Retailers, brands, industry experts and retail vendors are invited to
and Worldline – all with cutting-edge technology and innovative services
gather at the UK’s number one digital retail event to hear from thought-
to enhance customer experiences, increase sales and deliver efficiencies
leaders, discover innovative technology and learn how to future-proof
across online and in-store operations.
their business. The response from the industry has been enthusiastic with a record number of registrations received in the first week. The two-day event covers the latest trends accelerating the future of the eCommerce sector as Rob Mobberley, Marketing Manager at The Sports HQ, who visited the show last year, explains:
I came to keep
up with what’s going on in the market now and likely to develop next year. There is good range of exhibitors, some interesting new ones as well as ones I already know. It’s a good opportunity to catch-up with them. It’s been a day well spent and being back to in-person events is so much better than Zoom meetings – important topics crop up in chats that just don’t happen online.
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���� IATA DIVERSITY & INCLUSION AWARDS 8 MARCH 2022
OPEN FOR NOMINATIONS
T
he International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced
Awardees will receive $25,000 (payable to the awardee or their
the opening of the nomination period for the 2022 IATA
nominated charity for diversity and inclusion activities) under the
Diversity and Inclusion Awards. IATA member airlines and
generous sponsorship of Qatar Airways.
organizations from across the aviation value chain can put themselves forward or nominate others within the aviation industry until 18h00 CET on 24 April 2022.
Our international aviation industry benefits hugely from the experiences and behaviours of a truly diverse, worldwide workforce. Without our people, we simply could not do what we do. It is therefore
The Awards recognise three categories of leadership in the area of
so important to recognize how central the principles of diversity and
diversity and inclusion:
inclusion are in modern business. Qatar Airways is proud to support these important awards.
• Inspirational Role Model Award: recognises a woman holding
HE Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive, Qatar Airways Group
a senior position within the air transport industry who has had a significant impact on the aviation agenda through her strong
This year’s nominations will be evaluated by an independent panel
contribution to business delivery, as well as her ongoing support
chaired by Karen Walker, Editor-in-Chief, Air Transport World and
of the diversity and inclusion agenda. Nominees are welcome from
consisting of the 2021 Awards recipients:
across the aviation industry. • Harpreet A. de Singh • High Flyer Award: recognises a female aviation professional under
Executive Director, Air India
the age of 40 who has demonstrated leadership through concrete action in favor of diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact on the industry. Open to all female professionals in the aviation industry. • Diversity & Inclusion Team Award: recognises an airline that has seen measurable change in diversity and inclusion as a result of the
• Lalitya Dhavala Aviation Engineering Consultant, McLarens Aviation • Jun Taneie Director of D&I Promotion, All Nippon Airways
work it has been doing in this area. Open to all IATA member airlines. Details for the submission of nominations are available on the Despite the challenges faced by the aviation industry over the last two
IATA website.
years, the focus on diversity and inclusion continues to gain momentum. The Diversity and Inclusion Awards are an important recognition of the
The winners of the 2022 IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards will
inspiring progress that is being made. I invite our industry partners and
be announced at IATA’s 78th Annual General Meeting & World Air
IATA member airlines to submit their nominations.
Transport Summit.
Willie Walsh, Director General, IATA
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ollowing its successful first appearance at Multimodal for many years, leading specialist transport technology firm Forward Solutions has confirmed its attendance at the event in June 2022.
Multimodal is the annual flagship exhibition, which brings together thousands of people from across the supply chain, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham, featuring conference sessions, networking and awards. Registrations for the event opened last month. The Forward Solutions team is one of the longest established freight
Multimodal has secured a partnership with the Institute of Export
software development companies, providing an end-to-end solution for
and International Trade (IOE&T), and also with the Career Colleges
a wide range of operators with 20+ users in the UK, Europe, Asia and
Trust (CCT).
the US. The company are transport sector specialists, providing IT systems for leading multimodal players across air freight, sea freight,
IOE&T, as a provider of education and training to professionalise the UK’s
road freight and rail freight.
international traders, will run two days of CPD accredited free to attend seminars aimed at their membership of small/medium shippers. The CCT
With the massive and continued sector growth in technologies, Forward
support students looking at the logistics industry for their careers
Solutions had a hugely successful show last year, where it demonstrated its new user interface (UI) which is about to be launched. Forward
Multimodal 2022 is going to be another flagship event. We are
Solutions invested £1/2million and 3,000-man hours in the development
excited about these new initiatives, and we will continue to work
of this new technology – Forward’s most significant single investment
closely with the market on more actionable and improvements to
to date – to ensure that its software is fully intuitive and easy to use.
ensure that the show retains its position as the UK and Ireland’s leading transport and logistics event. Whilst the CCT collaboration
The response from visitors to our stand at Multimodal was excellent,
will further enhance our third day focus on the logistics industry
it was a great opportunity to meet both existing and new customers
future workforce addressing recruitment, apprenticeships, training,
face-to-face following the challenges of Covid-19. It provided our team
education and the skills gaps.
with the perfect environment to showcase the UI in an excellent setting
Robert Jervis, Event Director at show organisers Clarion Events Ltd
of collaboration and support, the whole atmosphere of the show was really positive. We have a unique appreciation of the many challenges
Forward Solutions is part of the Freight Software Group with BoxTop
operators face every day and are using this understanding to bring a
Technologies and together the duo has a portfolio of over 300 customers.
different perspective to the market, which we’ll be sharing in at the event in June. 2022 will be an important year for use where we focus on
Multimodal Stand 2045
supporting our customers using the latest innovations and technologies to help their businesses thrive.
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MULTIMODAL MEANS BUSINESS
Richard Litchfield, Managing Director, Forward Solutions
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FORWARDER ATTENDS THE FINALE OF
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6 March marked the end of Paul McKenna's Positivity tour, and FORWARDER's Editor in Chief Craig and designer Tim – that would be me – attended with our plus-ones, one of
whom is also our accounts clerk. We're a close-knit team. Set in the Georgian splendour of the historic Bath Assembly Rooms, Paul, a family friend, regaled us with various psychological explanations
The book
and techniques for boosting positivity, both at work and at home.
One of Paul's many books, Positivity: Confidence, Resilience,
A world-renowned behavioural scientist, hypnotist and mentalist, Paul
Motivation, can be found at
publishes books and hosts events on neuro-linguistic programming and
Waterstones; just search for
other self-improvement matters, many of which are highly relevant to
'Paul McKenna.'
both business and to dealing with life's various travails.
The podcast During a period that can only be described as...volatile...developing one's
Paul McKenna's Positivity Podcast
emotional and psychological arsenal can only be a good thing, and Paul'
can be easily found on both
techniques are also extremely useful when building and maintaining
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professional and personal relationships. His future tours and events
and features guest interviews
will be advertised on his website at paulmckenna.com .
with a diverse range of influential people, from Linda La Plante to Ludacris.
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Howard Tenens has met some of its largest customers over the years at Multimodal which is why we continue to exhibit each year. We are already counting down to the 2022 show! Elliot Ashton, Development Manager
Multimodal is a great place to meet up with customers and find new ones. Our return on investment has been excellent.. Tony Shally
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UK THE RA CR I INE SIS UKRAINE CRISIS HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR 15 MARCH 2022
DUE DILIGENCE IN GLOBAL ECOMMERCE
T
he crisis in Ukraine is providing logistics providers, merchants,
being shipped. The shipping of prohibited or restricted commodities
and marketplaces with major compliance challenges. It has put
without the correct paperwork, certificates and licences can lead to
a global spotlight on the importance of screening for denied
serious delays with additional costs and penalties. Significant numbers of
parties and prohibited and restricted goods following the imposition of
everyday commodities can require special processing, depending upon
sanctions on Russia, Belarus and a growing list of their citizens.
the commodity and the destination of the shipment.
In the case of denied parties – individuals, companies, or entities
Certain commodities are classed as potential ‘Dual Use’ items. These
it is forbidden to trade with – all parties in the supply chain have a
are commodities that can be used for military purposes as well as
responsibility to ensure that transactions do not take place. Similarly,
everyday (civilian) purposes.
certain commodities, may have some form of prohibitions or restrictions that apply and could require special processing, documents, or licences.
Dual Use items can include GPS equipment, drones, range finders,
Martin Palmer, Chief Content & Compliance Officer,
cameras, laptops, car parts and even certain clothing and footwear. It is
cross-border data specialist Hurricane Commerce
important when exporting commodities that companies are fully aware of the export and import requirements.
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has ruled that under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR) 'all
It is also important to understand that simplified clearance
entities involved in a transaction' are responsible for complying with the EAR.
solutions, for example clearance via the EU’s Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) or Type 86 in the United States, are only available for specific
Failure to do so can result in up to 20 years of imprisonment and up to
goods. Many items requiring additional processing or documentation
$1 million in fines per violation, or both.
do not benefit from simplified clearance and screening for prohibited and restricted items is an ideal solution to check if goods qualify for
In the European Union, the task of conducting investigations into
the efficient, simplified clearance solutions. While the requirement
potential non-compliance cases falls to Member States and their
to demonstrate effective risk and reputation management through
appropriate authorities. Member States must have in place effective,
good due diligence and a complete audit trail, is the number one
proportionate, and dissuasive penalties, and enforce them when EU
concern for many businesses at the current time, there are many
sanctions are breached.
other benefits to having an effective system of screening for denied parties and prohibited and restricted goods. They include supply
Some of the world’s biggest names including global brands, online
chain optimisation and the ability to access the most effective delivery
marketplaces and transport carriers have, in recent times, been hit
solutions; transit time reduction resulting from hassle-free electronic
with fines ranging from hundreds of thousands of dollars to several
customs clearance; and cost savings due to reduced returns and
million dollars. Similarly, it is best practice to ensure that you are
fewer storage requirements. Compliance is never optional. It is a
aware of any prohibitions or restrictions that apply to all commodities
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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE NEWS 7 MARCH 2022
EGYPTIAN GOVERNMENT EXTENDS
GROUND-BREAKING WITH CUSTOMS PROJECT CargoX
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argoX, the global blockchain company leading the world on
As part of the extended agreement, the NAFEZA project will now be
the digital transfer of trade documents, has announced a long-
rolled out to include air cargo and encompass a total number of 30
term extension to its disruptive agreement with the Egyptian
sites including airports, seaports, dry ports, border posts, free zones,
government to accelerate the digital transformation of Egypt's trade
and bonded warehouses. NAFEZA has so far been adopted by more
flows with the world.
than 32,000 importers, 20,000 exporters, 2,200 brokers, 300 shipping agencies & freight forwarders, as well as more than 74,000 foreign
The public-private partnership Misr Technology Services (MTS) - 80%
exporters. The system currently handles 12,000 transactions a day.
owned by the Egyptian government - authorized CargoX as its blockchain document transfer gateway service provider for the country’s official
The use of the platform in the public sector is a revolutionary step for
NAFEZA single-window trade platform in March last year. Designed to
global maritime shipping - and our partners will be forever inscribed in
bring trust and transparency to a digital trade environment, systemize
the ledger of history. We are constantly working on providing great value,
Egyptian trade documents and information flow with companies around
confidentiality, transparency, and immutability to our customers and our
the world, the NAFEZA solution integrates the CargoX platform for
partners – and we base that value on building digital trust in global trade.
Blockchain Document Transfer (BDT). Usage of the system became
Stefan Kukman, Founder & CEO, CargoX
mandatory in Egyptian ports on October 1 last year. Immediate benefits for the Egyptian government include integrating 26 Since its implementation, the project has surpassed all expectations
government bodies associated with cargo clearance, establishing a reliable
with CargoX’s blockchain solution already used to seamlessly and safely
national data warehouse with high-quality data used to drive the decision-
transfer more than 1,100,000 actual trade and finance documents for
making process for the ministry of finance, trade & industry, transport, and
more than 75,000 customers. NAFEZA’s triumph has made CargoX
cabinet as well as the digital transformation of 6 trade documents, and the
the fastest-growing blockchain platform in the logistics industry. It
elimination of 11 other documents reducing red tape in the country dramatically.
represents one of the most compelling cases for the adoption of the blockchain as a critical tool for streamlining global trade and commerce.
In pursuit of Egypt’s ambitious strategy for sustainable development and integration into the global economy, MTS succeeded in implementing the
Underpinning CargoX’s remarkable success story is some game-
national single window for trade across borders to achieve the transformation
changing time and cost-savings for the Egyptian government, importers,
from 19th Century manual & paper-intensive customs procedures to a
and foreign exporters doing business in Egypt. Benefits resulting for
modern, state-of-the-art, digital ecosystem and extending it to engage the
users from the adoption of blockchain technology include increased
trade community abroad by partnering contractually with CargoX to leverage
transparency, the elimination of red tape, and a reduction in the average
their leading-edge technology and advanced solutions.
cargo release time from 29 days to 9 days with a notable reduction in
Captain Ossama al Sharif, CEO & chairman, MTS
container demurrage and storage fees. Compliance costs for shippers have also been slashed from more than USD$600 to USD$165, or less
As an early adopter of the technology, Egypt has catapulted itself to the
as a consequence of the move onto the blockchain.
forefront of the changes taking place in the digitalization of global trade.
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Freight association welcomes HMRC's ramped up
It has also taken the initiative in regards to creating a relevant training
communication with trade on new customs declarations
programme that will help its members understand and implement the
processing system
different working methods involved with the new system.
C
ommenting on the recent HMRC announcement that it would
BIFA’s Customs Declaration Service eLearning programme was developed
be communicating with all companies involved in international
in conjunction with leading Customs software business, Agency Sector
trade on the most significant changes in the processing of
Management, and covers the main differences between CHIEF and the
customs declarations in 30 years, Robert Keen, director general of the
Customs Declaration Service (CDS) to enable users to submit customs
British International Freight Association (BIFA) said:
declarations for exports and imports via the new system.
For several years, BIFA has been highlighting the issues surrounding
This has been available since October 2021 and BIFA is confident that it
the impending change from CHIEF, the current system used to process
offers a training programme to BIFA members and others that provides
customs declarations to the new Customs Declaration Service (CDS).
cost effective, invaluable advice and information.
We welcome the fact that HMRC is ramping up its communication on the subject and has recognised that the introduction of new rules can
Keen concludes:
Whilst HMRC’s recent announcement was welcome,
be challenging; whilst showing its appreciation for all the efforts the
BIFA is emphasising to its members that they need to fully appreciate
freight forwarding industry has already made to keep goods flowing.
the scale of the change, the amount of additional data required, and the complexity of completing the customs declaration via the new
Since it first met with HMRC on the matter many years ago, BIFA has
system. Furthermore, we are encouraging members to step up their
pressed the government regarding clarity over implementation timelines
preparations because, according to HMRC, from September 30th,
and also the procedural changes involved.
CHIEF will no longer be available for import entries.
Although BIFA has been providing significant information to its members over a lengthy period of time regarding the migration from CHIEF to CDS and the significant impact, it will now redouble its efforts to encourage them to step up their preparations. It is also encouraging them to fully prepare their customers about the forthcoming changes, as there is much for them to do to get ready, and much more involvement for them in preparing a customs declaration. 29 MARCH 2022
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UCH LOGISTICS
CUSTOMS BROKERAGE WHERE IT MATTERS
U
CH Logistics is a dynamic, customer-focused provider of
This was first solely by ferry across the Channel. Later, trains through
specialist transport services to the freight forwarding industry.
the Eurotunnel took some of the cargo on trucks.
Having been established in the industry for over 21 years,
it has built an enviable reputation for offering a holistic and reliable time-
The disappearance of this frictionless free movement since Brexit has
sensitive and next-day deliveries service at competitive prices.
found many logistics companies and lacking staff that are qualified or experienced in Customs Brokerage. Freight forwarders and their clients
UCH Logistics is always looking for innovative solutions to customer
bemused or troubled by the new Customs regime and its complex rules
requirements. UCH offers a unique angle on its provision of Customs
and regulations can rely on UCH Logistics to get the job done.
brokerage. Leveraging the combined years of experience of its staff, UCH Logistics is the ideal party to handle Customs Brokerage. But that
In terms of airfreight, this has not been impacted as much by Brexit
is not its unique selling point.
to a large extent. Airfreight to and often originates or is destined for non-EU countries. That is why in terms of air freight clearances, UCH
Its unique selling point is that Customs Brokerage through the Heathrow-
Logistics’ volumes and procedures have remained relatively unchanged
based logistics company is a trade-only service that brings real peace of
since pre-Brexit levels. However, this is an area of business UCH
mind to their forwarder clientele. With UCH Logistics, freight forwarders
Logistics is looking to grow – the benefits of the service to their clients
know they are dealing with freight industry professionals who in turn only
are the same as for road clearances.
deal with freight professionals. This means freight forwarder customers can then offer a cost-plus Customs Brokerage service to their own clients
Customs Brokerage at UCH Logistics is definitely a growing function
with minimal administration and full certainty of the service that will be
but is just one of a portfolio of services that UCH Logistics provides
provided. The company has a dedicated Customs Brokerage team offering
from its multiple depots. Services currently offered by UCH Logistics
a 24/7 service at both its London and Manchester branches.
are as follows:
Qualified and professional
Same Day Specials – UCH Logistics offers a fast, efficient and reliable
Clearances are expedited by qualified and experienced staff to ensure an
same day delivery service throughout the UK. Next Day Delivery –
efficient clearance process. Not only does this ease headaches suffered
UCH Logistics is a national carrier, specialising in next working day
by the freight forwarder but allows them to pass the time-saving on to
deliveries or collections across the UK.
their clients. Warehousing – UCH Logistics has 125,000 square feet of strategically Following the end of free movement to and from the EU, road freight
located warehouse space, including 10,000 square feet of ETSF capacity at
Customs Brokerage has been increasing steadily at UCH Logistics.
London Heathrow and 3000 square feet at Manchester airport a combined
For decades, goods flowed freely into and out of the UK by road.
volume of around 5.5 million kilos, which operates on a 24/7 basis.
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Working closely It can come as no surprise that managers and staff are determined to remain the provider of choice for those importing and exporting to and from the UK. That is why UCH Logistics works closely with HMRC and Border Force officers to ensure those who engage the company to handle their Customs Brokerage receive a seamless service. UCH Logistics’ fully accredited ETSF (External Temporary Storage Facility) enables cost-effective control of client consignments using specifically approved software systems that are linked directly to the UK centralised Customs system. These facilities are equipped to support customers with their T1 creation and discharge for European movements. Customers turn to UCH Logistics for its knowledge and experience when needing Customs Brokerage for their shipments. They return because they know it makes sense.
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BREXIT GREEN CHANNEL 13 APRIL 2022
...ALS INTRODUCES CUSTOMS 2.0
T
he company ALS Customs Services has automated the
Our vision at ALS is to ensure compliance while offering the smoothest
processes for customs clearance between the United Kingdom
border crossing experience to our customers. The automated process
and France. Once the data required for exports and imports
guarantees that the data is transferred to our UK and French customs
has been entered, the Customs Control Tower (CCT) automatically
systems and simultaneously generates the appropriate customs
generates the necessary customs declarations on both sides in advance
entries on both sides – a genuine 'Brexit Green Channel.' As soon as
of transport. This enables clients to benefit from crossing the border
exporters and importers are fully onboarded, transactional customs
point as smoothly as possible across the English Channel.
and shipment data can be processed in each connected country in line with the requirements. Fabrice Raimond, the Managing Director of ALS
Ever since the United Kingdom left the EU customs union, the customs
Douane France, adds, “In order to offer our clients a 24/7 service,
formalities set by EU and UK laws apply to all goods that are imported
we’ve developed an additional function at ALS Douane France so that
from the United Kingdom into the customs territory of the Union or
the French pre-lodged import entry is automatically forwarded to the
vice versa. It is therefore necessary to obtain preliminary customs
customer or their haulier. Our focus is increasingly shifting from the
clearance for imports at the ports prior to departure for France or
transaction work to customer onboarding and compliance checks.
the United Kingdom: this is because of the short crossings between Calais and Dover and the infrastructure restrictions at these border crossing points. During the border crossing, the status of pre-declared imports is automatically processed through the French SI Brexit or the British GVMS systems. Based on the regulatory risk assessments, trucks are selected for an inspection at the port or at an inland border facility or for clearance without any further stops. The challenge here is that if the necessary data is not available until late in the supply chain, transit times increase. In order to guarantee the shortest transit times, ALS Customs Services has now developed its automated Customs Control Tower. This innovative tool, which has been created by the in-house customs technology team, obtains the required customs data via EDI and connects customers to any of ALS’ local customs systems.
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WHO WE ARE Established in 1842, Cory Brothers (Logistics) specialises in customs clearance & administration service for ALL import and export freight. With 14 offices throughout the UK, our dedicated team of customs experts will keep your supply chain safe, compliant & looked after. Providing single point of contact for real account ownership and beyond the 9-5 service that doesn’t suit your business. We will keep you informed of the latest customs requirements so you can plan ahead with confidence.
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CORY BROTHERS
HAS CUSTOMS CLEARANCE COVERED You probably check your car now and again to ensure it’s
Adam states,
in good order. Good prevention practice to avoid any issues.
of Cory Brothers. Our growing book of customers provide the team
How about your supply chain? Do you check it’s working as
with a colourful assortment of different commodities and requirements.
it should? Maybe you check to ensure you’re not paying
Each customer is treated the same: with high regard, understanding
more tax than you need to?
and clear communication. Our customers really value account
C
No two days are the same in the busy customs department
ownership with ‘no disasters & no fireworks’ – just get the job done.
ory Brothers provide dedicated customs clearance as part of a full range of logistics solutions, assisting with all
Customs clearance is a compulsory process for any goods entering
documentation, processes and formalities to ensure that your
or leaving a country. It requires the submission of various export and
supply chain works as you need it too. A FREE health check is offered.
import documentation, as well as the payment of duties, VAT and any additional costs such as storage and testing by customs agents.
Whether you’re seeking a long-term partner to look after your supply chain and customs clearance, or you require some qualified advice if you’re just starting out, Cory Brothers provide the fuss-free service you want. Adam Rake, Cory Brothers’ General Manager Operations (Logistics) is the man in charge of ALL the division’s customs clearance activities for imports & expor ts. Adam has vast experience, having served 21 years in the customs industry, and remains deeply passionate natural ‘people person’ with
How does Cory Brothers’ customs clearance service stand out?
the highest regard for detail,
Ours is a well-rounded service based on our customers’ wants and
Adam is driven by a desire to
needs and with constant review to update and improve, whilst providing
ensure customer satisfaction.
seven-day-a-week cover and a shift system for extended coverage.
about this vital ser vice. A
Relationships are vital so we provide a single point of contact account management. With offices throughout the UK our joined-up knowledge pool is always a huge benefit: constant learning, technical insight, cross pollination and at all UK ports, on all modes.
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What types of commodities do Cory Brothers specialise in?
How important is it to stay ahead of the changes?
Almost everything and for a wide range of different customers. From the
regulations are even more frequent since the UK left the EU. July (as
UK’s leading supermarket, alongside the largest UK-owned worldwide
advised by HMRC), for certain EU-origin consumable cargo entering
telecommunications business, to the local organic grocery importer.
the UK, will introduce full customs examination and additional checks
Unitised, frozen, bulk, tanker, projects and lots more. There are only
where applicable. This is the final step of the phased exit post-Brexit.
The change in rules and regulations is constant: new processes and
a few commodities we do not deal with (including firearms, nuclear materials, livestock, fur and endangered species). Otherwise, almost all
September 2022 for imports and Q1 2023 for exports: CDS customs
commodities on all trade lanes.
declaration service – the long-awaited replacement platform for the current CHIEF service platform (HMRC processing platform). We are as prepared
Why choose Cory Brothers for customs clearance?
as we can be and confident that whatever is thrown at us we will be able to handle and maintain the high level of service our customers expect.
Ours is a bespoke service with highly specified, detailed processing, governed by a heavily regulated framework of legalities. Your supply
Rake concludes.
We’re cutting away the industry jargon and making
chain is very important to us too. To keep it flowing, customs clearance
the processes easier for everyone to understand; they should be clear &
must be right. It needs to be prepared, carefully declared and correctly
straightforward. This year is our 180th anniversary; our longevity is mostly
worked. We are trusted by major world brands as well as local low-
due to providing a service that people value and come back for more.
volume importers & exporters. Please get in touch for a FREE supply chain health check at logistics@corybrothers.com
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THE POWER OF DESIGN 3 MARCH 2022
LITHIUM-ION POWERED PALLET TRUCK
I
ntroducing the materials handling industry’s first-ever purpose-
For optimum operational flexibility, lithium-ion batteries can be fully
designed lithium-ion powered pallet truck (PPT) – the 1600kg
charged anywhere there is a power socket, utilising the on-board
capacity Toyota BT Levio LWI160.
charger, which in just over an hour can be fully recharged. And where
Thanks to the unique modular, compact lithium-ion battery solution,
a larger battery is preferred, external chargers are available, but again can be recharged in just over an hour.
it has opened the possibility to re-think design standards of material handling equipment. The result, a truck with optimised component
Like all models in the Toyota warehouse equipment range, the
position, smaller dimensions, light weight, and low energy consumption.
Levio LWI160 is fitted with Toyota’s I_Site telematics technology.
How have they been able to achieve this? Unlike standard powered pallet
I_Site provides valuable data to
truck designs, the battery compartment has been removed. Because
ensure productivity and safety
of this the truck is lighter and, with no lifting or lowering of a battery
are optimised while forklift fleet
compartment, it is much more energy efficient, leading to maximum
running costs are kept to a minimum.
uptime and reduced CO2 emissions. Our modular approach to Losing the battery compartment also means that the LWI160 is smaller
lithium-ion batteries has opened
than traditional lead-acid battery-powered PPT models: it is just 419mm
the door for a fresh new approach
long and 726mm wide and weighs only 269kg – which is almost 50 per
to the design of materials handling
cent less than the lead-acid version.
equipment. The LWI160 boasts advances in technology and design,
The dramatic reductions in the truck’s dimensions and weight mean that
whilst remaining true to what our
a low steering force is required, which makes the new model easy to
customers expect from Toyota.
manoeuvre and, therefore, ideal for use within lorries and mezzanine
A strong, durable, quality product
floors or at sites where space is at a premium, such as retail stores.
Keith Smith, Toyota Material Handling UK
The new LWI160 offers outstanding slope performance – when operating on inclines is required – and the truck’s compact measurements mean
The LWI160 has won prestigious
that the operator has an unrestricted view of the fork tips and the pallet
Red Dot and iF awards for its
load, which reduces the risk of accidental damage to goods.
ground-breaking design.
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UKRAINE WAR HEIGHTENS
EVOLVING FREIGHT SECURITY THREATS
UK THE RA CR I INE SIS
Disruptions throughout the global supply chain continue
Criminal opportunists
to create opportunities for criminals to infiltrate and
In times of chaos and uncertainty criminals are quick to seize opportunities
access cargo, with Russia’s war with Ukraine adding further challenges to global freight movements already profoundly
With this in mind, it is an appropriate moment to highlight again the
altered by the ongoing impacts of the Covid pandemic,
dangers of fraud. At this time, it would be prudent for all actors
highlights TT Club’s Mike Yarwood
through the international supply chain to practise heightened levels
D
of awareness and vigilance in financial transactions and in all aspects
isruptions through the global supply chain continue to create
of general online security.
opportunities for criminals to infiltrate and access cargo. The ongoing impacts of the Covid-pandemic blight economies and
Cyber criminals, whether they be state actors, organised crime groups
have profoundly altered supply chains such as just in time models. The
or individuals, are likely to use the current events and rising tensions
tragic situation in Ukraine will undoubtedly further challenge global
to instigate attacks such as payment diversion frauds and other
freight movement.
interventions.
Recent analysis of claims and industry data from TT Club and BSI
Accumulation of cargo
connected to freight crime, specifically cargo theft, highlight a series
As highlighted previously, accumulation of cargo as a result of supply
of risk trends against which actors in the supply chain should remain
chain disruptions and changes in the political landscape present a
vigilant to mitigate losses.
further risk in this context. Cargo at rest typically provides a rich feeding ground for criminals motivated to steal cargo. The current
Fraud threat continues
political landscape, where restrictions and sanctions are rapidly
Fraud continues to be a significant threat in the context of freight crime.
changing, has already started to impact the smooth operation of the
Digital solutions, however well designed, give rise to internet-enabled
supply chain and will likely lead to further delays and accumulation of
fraud, allowing bad actors opportunities to access and steal cargo,
cargo in certain locations.
through seemingly legitimate transactions. Where operations are changing frequently to adapt to disruption, A lesson learned throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has been that, sadly,
security managers need to assess risk regularly, particularly around
in times of chaos and uncertainty criminals are quick to seize opportunities
temporary locations designed to cope with short-term peak or disrupted
presented by such events, no matter how distressing they may be. Looking
volumes. Because of the potential for delays at borders affected by the
back to the height of the pandemic, many individually received false
war in Ukraine, it would also be prudent to assess whether alternative
invitations to receive vaccinations, fake delivery text messages and other
transport routes should be considered
phishing attempts looking to capitalise on public panic.
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Rail incidents mount
Evolving risk landscape The risk landscape for those managing security through the
While remaining a small portion of cargo theft statistics, the start of
global freight supply chain has always been evolving. The
2022 saw an uptick in cargo theft incidents on the rail mode, evidencing
various measures set in place recently against Russia and
the agility and ingenuity of the criminal fraternity. High profile incidents
Russian entities will impact many areas of the supply chain
were picked up by mainstream media in Los Angeles earlier in the year,
resulting in considerable disruption. For all actors in the supply
but incidents have also been reported in other locations around the
chain, heightened awareness is required to ensure that where
US and Europe.
reasonably practicable cargo is not allowed to stagnate or become abandoned and that security is maintained. Cargo at
A combination of increased volumes as shippers seek greater value
rest is cargo at risk.
and accumulation of cargo due to congestion gives rise to a host of opportunities for organised criminal gangs and opportunistic individuals
Cargo at rest is cargo at risk
to access cargo, particularly where trains are held awaiting access to
In recognition of the threat landscape, TT will soon launch an
terminals, yards or mainline services.
inaugural edition of a new supply chain security bulletin. The bulletin will focus on all aspects of supply chain security and will
While rail infrastructure may often be perceived to present dangers
draw data, expertise and opinion from a host of organisations
(such as electrified lines), boundaries to lines and facilities will not
across the globe.
always be secure - another example of criminals rapidly identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in the supply chain.
TT Club has also created a resource page (https://www. ttclub.com/loss-prevention/russia-ukraine-crisis/) that collates
Cross continental freight volumes by rail from China to Europe have
updates, publications and other material relevant to the current
increased in recent years; as shipping rates soared many shippers viewed
crisis in Ukraine and its implications for freight and cargo risk
rail as a viable alternative. The current events in Ukraine will almost
and security. The resource page will be updated with additional
certainly have a serious impact on availability because a large portion of
material as the situation changes.
Europe destined trains from China are transiting Russia and/or Belarus. Inevitably, some cargo will become stationary as a result.
Mike Yarwood is Managing Director for Loss Prevention at freight insurance and risk management specialist TT Club
Insider threat The threat posed by the insider continues to present challenges. TT
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Club claims analysis for 2021 suggests that around 15% of reported crime incidents likely involved insider activity, whether it facilitated intricate knowledge of systems and security provisions or simply allowed access to criminals. The insider threat posed by employees, contractors and temporary personnel needs to be managed. Security strategies should include control over identification badges/passes and restricting full site access where applicable. Protecting operationally sensitive information about security, cargoes and trailers on site and control of company-branded uniform is of great importance. FORWARDER magazine
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t was a light-hearted remark that can be credited with Kerry Whaley’s entry into freight forwarding and her subsequent success as a freight forwarder. At the time, she was working in recruitment and her change of career came about in an unlikely manner. She recalls: I had a client in the transport industry who needed some admin and PA support and I jokingly said: “looks
like you need a PA!” and that’s where it all began. I took the opportunity with both hands and whilst I was there, I started to find about how vehicles work. I completed my International Transport Manager’s CPC and it all grew from there. Unfortunately, after a few years in that company she was made redundant. This spurred her on to establish her own operation. That is how, just three months later, HD Forwarding was born. It all started out from my dining table, with an old laptop and my phone,
Dean Garry & Kerry Whaley
she says.
HD Forwarding Limited has become Doncaster’s largest independent
Success breeds success
freight forwarding company. The extensive combined experience of its
From the moment she started HD Forwarding, Whaley, now CEO
team enables it to provide reliable and efficient air, ocean, road and
of HD Forwarding, was determined that the company would be set
parcel services across the globe.
apart from the competition. How has she accomplished this? Whaley considers:
Team HD is separated from the rest as we specialise in
Females in logistics
service. At HD Forwarding you have one main point of contact through
There are growing efforts within the supply chain to encourage more
an allocated account manager, whether it’s booking a shipment or an
female participation, both on the shop floor and in the management
issue with Customs your central point of contact will be able to help
offices. These moves have the complete backing of Whaley who
you avoiding explaining yourself several times. One thing that we really
welcomes the growing move to bring women into logistics.
like to shout about is our ability to ship same day into Amazon, both UK and Europe. We’re a platinum-accredited preferred carrier so not only
She says:
I have always been big on women in business, in whichever
industry they choose. We are always supporting women in logistics,
do we get priority bookings we also handle such a high frequency of UK and EU Amazon shipments that they are second nature.
currently having a 50/50 split within the team and actively looking to keep the level square. I am very supportive of the next generation of
As Doncaster’s largest independent freight forwarder, it comes as
forwarders and believe we have the foundations in place to be able
no surprise that HD Forwarding has been the subject of merger or
to bring them in and develop careers within the industry. Our most
acquisition interest over the years. Whaley says:
recent female to be employed at HD was actually via the KickStart
approached on a couple of occasions either with people wanting to
Scheme. At 20 years of age she came in and is now an integral part
invest or to acquire our business. However, we have a clear vision of
of our Operations Team. She showed a keen interest from day one
where we are, where we want to be and how to get there over the
and leads by example.
course of the next five years.
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Yes, we have been
One matter that is attractive about HD Forwarding is that it is in
Challenges ahead
expansion mode. As well as established offices in Doncaster, Congleton
No-one currently working in the supply chain needs to be told what
and Bristol, London Gatwick now sees an HD Forwarding office.
challenges HD Forwarding is facing at the moment. A trio of headaches faces Whaley and her team. The shocking headline rises in fuel oil prices
Whaley says:
At the back end of 2021, we opened our newest location
in London Gatwick. It is a fantastic location for freight coming out of
into 2022 will be all too familiar to FORWARDER readers. Alongside that are the issues arising from Brexit and its fallout.
the area. We now have very close links to LGW which is warming up to implement the construction of the Northern Runway, which is set
More issues for Whaley have been created by the general issues
to increase cargo movements by around 300% over the next 10 years,
surrounding the shortage and inconvenient locations of ocean containers
putting HD Forwarding in a good position.
in the market.
HD Forwarding currently has warehousing capacity across its locations.
Whaley, however, does not dwell on the negatives. Instead she looks to
There are six warehouses strategically placed in key UK areas –
the company’s achievements.
Liverpool, Stoke, Manchester, Bristol, Crawley and Leeds – as well warehousing in Berlin, Stuttgart and Cuxhaven in Germany. The capacity
She talks about HD Forwarding’s biggest achievement:
across these sites is currently around 900,000ft .
too many to whittle it down to just one. Winning the Business Start
2
There are
Up of the Year award in 2021 is up there. We are ticking big things off the list all the time; for example becoming members of BIFA, taking a stand at Multi-Modal. We all help each other out and stick together as much as possible. We live and breathe our five core values: teamwork, accountability, development, honesty and family. HD Forwarding is an extended family the company was formed from me wanting to be around for my kids and dogs and now it has grown beyond original plans and measure. As a company, we are really good to our staff. Everyone gets private medical insurance and an extra holiday day for their birthday. Our commission structure is one of the best in the industry.
On the look-out The success of HD Forwarding is built on its staff. For a young company, HD Forwarding has enjoyed stable employment and loyalty from its staff. Whaley says:
We are always looking for shining stars in the industry;
however, we are actively recruiting for a presence in the North East to further extend our reach and give ourselves a base north of Doncaster. We have had just one staff member leave us so far, due to the role not fitting. I couldn’t let him go for long; three months down the line he returned as our Operations Manager! Our longest serving member of staff has just been given a promotion to International Sales Director. Steve joined us back in April 2020 at the height of the pandemic and has been an integral part of HD Forwarding since. FORWARDER FORWARDER magazine magazine
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INDUSTRY SERVICES COVER FEATURE Whaley would 'absolutely' encourage young people to enter the supply chain as a career. She says:
Dean, who has recently received a
promotion to Commercial Director, started his career as an apprentice in logistics. He is part of the BIFA Young Forwarders network and actively takes part in Think Logistics, which is all about bringing young people into logistics. I am passionate about the future generation. I regularly go into schools and talk to year 10s and 11s about their plans for their future careers. We have a lot going on at HD HQ at the moment. We’re currently implementing an operating system change and ISO9001 accreditation to ensure good practice and the highest standards throughout our company. We have also taken on a new Account Manager (ACM) so Steve is busy training and guiding him through the learning process of the Team HD way.
Challenges that HD Forwarding faces
members of staff in the next 18 months or so. That expansion will be
Brexit and Covid have been
keep your eyes peeled; we will be sticking to our mission statement of
significant factors in the business
becoming a market leading forwarder!
new ACMs and new operations staff. It’s going to be an exciting time so
of freight for warding over recent times. Whaley says: As a forwarder, we’ve taken both in our stride! Covid was a little more challenging with working from home upsetting the offices; however we produced great work opportunities and some accolades. There was a point where we were delivering 50 loads of toilet paper into Tesco and ASDA everyday and we handled enough dried pasta to feed the nation. We imported some of the first Pfizer vaccines through covid and we have helped guide countless companies through the processes of selling to the EU. At HD we have a broad selection of experience amongst our ACM’s, some who are well versed in air freight, others in road freight and others in sea, we can cover all angles of forwarding. We enjoy working with customers who we can build a strong ongoing relationship with and strongly believe that an honest ongoing relationship is better than the Golden Egg contract win. We’re keeping a lot of secrets under wraps for the next 12–18 months, however, we’re planning to expand aggressively with around eight new
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INDUSTRY SERVICES NEWS 8 MARCH 2022
BROKER HAS STRONG
LIABILITY MESSAGE FOR DIESEL SPILLERS
F
leet transport insurance specialist, McCarron Coates, is urging
The penalties for spilling diesel have been in place for some time and
HGV and other commercial vehicle drivers to act now on diesel
the law states that liability for dealing with a road spillage lies with the
spillages, to avoid themselves – and others - paying the price.
person who allowed it to occur. That has traditionally been applied to clean-up costs and Highways England has already warned, in the past few
The insurance broker is issuing a ‘Don’t Be a Full-tanker’ message, to
years, of how it can recover up to £70,000 of clean-up costs.
urge hauliers not to fill their tanks to the top, reminding them of where they now sit in the new hierarchy of road users created by the January
Now, with the introduction of the new hierarchy, it is not unreasonable
2022 edition of the Highway Code.
to anticipate that those injured or impacted by diesel spillage, could seek to prove HGV operators liable and suggest they did not exercise the
The new hierarchy sees HGV, bus and coach drivers right at the bottom
duty of care expected within the new Highway Code.
of the road-user hierarchy, with more responsibility for the safety of all other road users than any other highways-using group. Sitting above them are motorcyclists and, close to the top, cyclists.
HGVs are now part of the commercial vehicle group deemed to have the highest degree of responsibility for other road users’ safety. Diesel spillage is a direct way of undermining the safety of a key road
McCarron Coates (www.mccarroncoates.com) warned of potential
user group – motorcyclists. If you put the two factors together, it is
liability implications emanating from the new hierarchy in January 2022
everything that shouts liability claim. We believe HGV drivers need to
and is now highlighting how HGV drivers directly impact on the safety
get their house in order fast.
of motorcyclists, in particular, when they spill diesel on the highway.
Paul Coates, Director, McCarron Coates
For a motorcyclist, riding over diesel provides the same lack of friction
Add to this the potential of an HGV operator being found liable for
they would experience if riding over packed snow. The friction is
damage to the environment, under environmental laws of 2009 and
particularly reduced when diesel is spilt on roundabouts, ramps and
2010, if diesel contaminates land or enters gullies, groundwater or water
bends, precisely where diesel is likely to spill out of trucks with overfilled
courses, there is much to think about, particularly when the director of
tanks. Diesel also impacts on normal braking distances.
a haulage company can be held personally liable for contamination and the associated clean-up costs and can also face a custodial sentence.
Df T figures in 2017 suggested motorcyclists comprise one-inten fatalities in highway accidents and 17.6% of those involved as
Avoiding overfilling is relatively easy to do, if a driver is briefed not to
casualties of accidents, despite only making up only 0.5% of traffic
indulge in what is known as ‘brimming’ or ‘necking’, as part of standard
on the road network. Motorcyclists are those affected in almost a
company policy. Drivers should also be instructed to oversee the full
quarter of incidents in which a deposit on the road is a contributory
filling process, rather than leaving the tank filling and should not try to
factor to the accident.
override automatic nozzles.
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Even better, would be the fitting of the unique TankSafe Optimum device, which has an anti-spill flap and a mode of operating which means a tank cannot be overfilled. This device also prevents skimming – internal theft of diesel by drivers – often easier to get away with, if a tank is overfilled. Skimming – responsible for 99% of diesel fuel thefts - can even occur when there is an anti-siphon device, as the top of the tank is not protected by these. If that is the ‘theft zone’, it is tempting to overfill the tank, in order to maximise the haul that is taken little and often. With fuel spillage said to cost hauliers £500 per truck per year, with, on average, 10 litres of fuel lost to spillage during filling, per truck per week, and skimming costing a further annual loss of £1300 per truck, according to TankSafe figures, there is a strong financial incentive to heed McCarron Coates’s ‘Don’t Be a Full-tanker’ message. Tempting as it might be, in a time of record and rocketing diesel prices, to overfill a tank at lower prices, if the diesel is simply spilling out of the vehicle, it is simply saving nothing and adding to the chance of a truck being found liable for a highways incident or clean-up charges. Ian McCarron, says,
Not overfilling tanks needs to become part
of an HGV operator’s risk management strategy and operators need to ensure all drivers know not to overfill the tank when filling up and similarly know how to clean up a spillage, should it occur. Operators need to ensure they have taken every step to safeguard against diesel spillage, inspecting fuel tanks regularly. They should also make sure that all trucks carry spill kits, which the drivers understand how to use, if necessary. Whilst fines for lack of care and attention, such as not fitting a fuel cap, may seem relatively light at a fixed penalty of £50 for a transgression, if you start to add liability cases into the mix, the final cost of a diesel spillage will not be. It’s time for HGV operators to clean up their act and clean up the roads. It’s time to kiss ‘necking’ goodbye. Help with your HGV fleet risk management can be accessed by calling McCarron Coates on 0113 298 3489. More information is at www.mccarroncoates.com
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INDUSTRY SERVICES NEWS 1 MARCH 2022
DIMERCO EXPANDS TO PHOENIX, AZ, USA
WITH COMPLETION OF JOINT VENTURE WITH PHOENIX-BASED BC LOGISTICS
D
imerco, a world-leading logistics and freight transportation
superb local market knowledge and transportation expertise with
company, has expanded its US network to Phoenix with the
Dimerco’s global capabilities to provide customers with worldwide
completion of its investment in Phoenix-based BC Logistics.
logistics solutions from a single source.
The new joint venture, is the latest in Dimerco’s continuing expansion
Arizona has become a very important logistics hub as its population
of its US freight forwarding network, which now includes 19 offices in
and business base has grown. Phoenix is now the fifth-largest city
major markets, coast to coast. Globally, Dimerco has 166 company-
in the U.S and Arizona has become an epicenter for technology
owned forwarding offices in 17 countries, supplemented by 200 partner
manufacturing in the Southwest, with corporations attracted by the
agents and 80+ contract logistics operations.
state’s business-friendly tax structure, knowledge-based workforce, and favorable weather. BC Logistics will capitalize on this growth
Founded in 2001, BC Logistics has provided global and domestic
to expand business across a wide range of services, including air &
transportation services for companies in the semiconductor, power/
ocean freight, domestic air & ground, logistics planning, warehousing,
energy, healthcare, and other industries requiring time-critical, service
crating & package, asset recovery/white glove services, and time-
sensitive shipments. The new joint venture will supplement BC Logistics’
definite courier service.
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UK FREIGHT ASSOCIATION REINTRODUCES
FACE-TO-FACE TRAINING PROGRAMME
AND BOOSTS TRAINING DELIVERY TEAM
T
he British International Freight Association (BIFA) has
Despite having to deliver our entire portfolio of courses online
confirmed that some of its extensive portfolio of training
in 2021, it was an excellent year for the trade association’s training
courses will return to being conducted in person, as it
programme, culminating in our decision to appoint an additional full-
strengthens the team of people that deliver that training.
time trainer to our training delivery team.
Delegates have shown their appreciation for being able to complete
Lisa Rose has joined BIFA as trainer – freight and customs procedures,
our various courses online since classroom training was suspended in
giving the trade association a four-strong team based in Manchester,
March 2020. They have also expressed their desire to receive face-to-
Birmingham and Feltham, which will enable it to deliver more training
face training. Hence, we plan to reintroduce classroom sessions from
days for its members during 2022. Lisa, who joins BIFA from Intelligent
late April 2022. Whilst we will recommence face-to-face training, our
Global Logistics, will be based in the Midlands, and has over 20 years of
successful online training courses will continue.
experience in freight forwarding and logistics. This includes management
Carl Hobbis, Executive Director, BIFA (who has overall
and supervisory roles, including branch manager, covering sales,
responsibility for BIFA’s training activities)
customs, customer service, documentation, special projects, and key account management. Prior to Intelligent Global Logistics, she worked
The first course to return to the classroom on 27 April 2022 at Heathrow,
in senior roles at Air Menzies International for over a decade.
will be Customs Essentials. This is a one-day course that provides knowledge around the key customs documentation and regimes. It is ideal for someone with a basic understanding of the industry.
It’s a pleasure to welcome Lisa to the team that delivers our freight and customs training. She has extensive industry experience, and in 2020 achieved a distinction in BIFA’s BTEC in Customs Export and Import Procedures, so
There will be a return to the classroom for BIFA’s four-day BTEC
has practical experience of the trade association's training activities. Having
Intermediate Award in Customs Export and Import Procedures,
her onboard will help us to further demonstrate that BIFA’s freight and
commencing in May. This course is designed for those that would prefer
customs training programmes are the most engaging in the industry.
a formal qualification and covers a wide range of customs-related topics. BIFA director general, Robert Keen adds:
Our previous prediction
On 26 May 2022, BIFA’s Freight Forwarding Essentials course will re-
that Brexit, the switch from CHIEF to CDS, and the development of a
commence in person. This one-day course is ideal for someone new to the
relevant freight forwarding apprenticeship, would lead to a significant
industry and provides a basic knowledge around the key documentation,
increase in the demand for our training programmes, has been proved
modes of transport, insurance, bookings, charges and consolidations.
correct. We hope to see more of our members start to take on more apprentices and Lisa’s appointment strengthens the team to have the resources in place to handle any further increase in demand that accompanies the growth in apprentice employment. FORWARDER magazine
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RECRUITMENT & TRAINING NEWS 14 FEBRUARY 2022
HFW LAUNCHES IN DENMARK WITH
HIRE OF LEADING SHIPPING LAWYER
G
lobal, sector-focused law firm has launched in Denmark with
Jens advises ship owners, operators, P&I clubs, insurance companies,
the hire of market leading shipping lawyer, Jens Mathiasen.
shipyards, private equity funds, investors, and suppliers on all aspects of
Jens has a broad shipping practice with a particular focus
shipping, transportation and offshore, including corporate and M&A, finance,
on M&A and corporate, ship finance, sale and purchase, shipbuilding,
shipbuilding, admiralty, dry shipping, disputes, insurance, and regulatory.
charterparties and contracts, and maritime law. He previously led the shipping, offshore and transportation practice at Danish law firm
He has particular expertise in corporate and M&A, sale and purchase,
Gorrissen Federspiel, and joins HFW on 1 March.
and finance, acting for lenders and borrowers across a wide range of industries, and also represents clients in litigation and arbitration.
This further strengthens HFW's preeminent shipping and maritime practice, following the arrival of dual-qualified solicitor-Master Mariner
Jens is the former Managing Director of the Shipowners' Council
Mark Myles in Singapore and senior London partner Paolo Ghirardani,
of Copenhagen, and regularly writes and lectures on maritime law,
who was head of the global Marine and International Trade practice at
including more than 10 years as Head of Maritime Law at Maersk's
Stephenson Harwood for 15 years. The firm also internally promoted
graduate training programme (MISE).
six new shipping partners and legal directors globally in 2021. HFW has more than 200 specialist shipping lawyers and more than a dozen
He is one of just four lawyers ranked in the top tier for shipping law
mariners across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-
in Denmark by Chambers, and is also ranked as a 'leading individual' in
Pacific, advising clients on the full range of dry shipping, admiralty and
The Legal 500.
crisis management, and transactional matters. It is now the only global shipping practice with a presence in Denmark.
I'm proud to be joining the world's best maritime law firm. Shipping is inherently international, and clients need global advice. HFW's extensive
Denmark is one of the world's most important shipping markets,
network of offices around the world, combined with its unrivalled industry
and Jens is recognised as market leading in shipping law, so this is a very
expertise, means that there's no better place for me or my clients.
exciting hire for HFW. We already do a lot of work for Danish clients and
Jens Mathiasen, Partner, HFW
have been active in the market for many years, but having a presence on the ground is a real game-changer for our global shipping practice. Jens is
HFW's Denmark launch comes just one week after it opened a new
a trusted advisor to boardrooms across Denmark and has an outstanding
office in the British Virgin Islands with the acquisition of a leading
reputation with clients. We're now uniquely positioned to provide English
disputes business. HFW has now completed 13 international office
and Danish law disputes, advisory and transactional advice to the maritime
openings, mergers and associations since 2016, including a fully-
and offshore industries, and as a firm, we also see significant opportunities
integrated US merger and other moves in Brazil, China, the Middle
in Denmark across our other global core sectors, such as commodities,
East and Monaco.
energy and renewables, insurance, and aviation. Paul Dean, Global Head of Shipping, HFW
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• Tuffnells is the first company in the country to sign a candidate to the new Express Logistics Sortation Apprenticeship scheme • They will study a twelve-month course with West Thames College, using course materials provided by the Institute of Couriers • The scheme utilises the Department for Work and Pensions’ Sector-Based Work Apprenticeship Programme (SWAP), offering the next generation’s workforce a direct pathway into the express logistics sector
N
I'm delighted to be introducing the sortation apprenticeship to
ational IDW carrier www.Tuffnells.co.uk has signed the first
Tuffnells. This qualification will be invaluable in attracting apprentices
ever candidate to the Department for Education’s brand-new
to our business as well as delivering key industry skills to our team
year-long Express Logistics Sortation Apprenticeship scheme.
members, as we continue to invest in our Green Shoots learning and development programme.
Atique Khan, known as ‘Tee’, joined Tuffnells via the Sector-Based Work
Sue Bancroft, HR Director, Tuffnells
Academy Programme, funded by the Department for Work and Pensions. The sortation apprenticeship with the SWAP course forms a The Express Logistics Sortation Apprenticeship is funded by the
seamless stairway into the express logistics sector. We’re delighted
Apprenticeship Levy and will see Tee commence a twelve-month
that Tuffnells have brought on the first candidate in what should develop
course at West Thames College using course materials provided by the
into something very special for Express Logistics solutions and the next
Institute of Couriers. The scheme will give Tee, and all future candidates,
generation workforce.
a natural path from Sector-Based Work Academy Programmes to
Tracy Aust, Principal, West Thames College
apprenticeships in the logistics industry.
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TUFFNELLS SIGNS FIRST-EVER CANDIDATE TO NEW
EXPRESS LOGISTICS SORTATION APPRENTICESHIP SCHEME PLEASE GET IN TOUCH & SEND US YOUR NEWS editor@forwardermagazine.com
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RECRUITMENT & TRAINING NEWS 14 FEBRUARY 2022
HFW LAUNCHES IN DENMARK WITH
HIRE OF LEADING SHIPPING LAWYER
G
lobal, sector-focused law firm has launched in Denmark with
Jens advises ship owners, operators, P&I clubs, insurance companies,
the hire of market leading shipping lawyer, Jens Mathiasen.
shipyards, private equity funds, investors, and suppliers on all aspects of
Jens has a broad shipping practice with a particular focus
shipping, transportation and offshore, including corporate and M&A, finance,
on M&A and corporate, ship finance, sale and purchase, shipbuilding,
shipbuilding, admiralty, dry shipping, disputes, insurance, and regulatory.
charterparties and contracts, and maritime law. He previously led the shipping, offshore and transportation practice at Danish law firm
He has particular expertise in corporate and M&A, sale and purchase,
Gorrissen Federspiel, and joins HFW on 1 March.
and finance, acting for lenders and borrowers across a wide range of industries, and also represents clients in litigation and arbitration.
This further strengthens HFW's preeminent shipping and maritime practice, following the arrival of dual-qualified solicitor-Master Mariner
Jens is the former Managing Director of the Shipowners' Council
Mark Myles in Singapore and senior London partner Paolo Ghirardani,
of Copenhagen, and regularly writes and lectures on maritime law,
who was head of the global Marine and International Trade practice at
including more than 10 years as Head of Maritime Law at Maersk's
Stephenson Harwood for 15 years. The firm also internally promoted
graduate training programme (MISE).
six new shipping partners and legal directors globally in 2021. HFW has more than 200 specialist shipping lawyers and more than a dozen
He is one of just four lawyers ranked in the top tier for shipping law
mariners across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-
in Denmark by Chambers, and is also ranked as a 'leading individual' in
Pacific, advising clients on the full range of dry shipping, admiralty and
The Legal 500.
crisis management, and transactional matters. It is now the only global shipping practice with a presence in Denmark.
I'm proud to be joining the world's best maritime law firm. Shipping is inherently international, and clients need global advice. HFW's extensive
Denmark is one of the world's most important shipping markets,
network of offices around the world, combined with its unrivalled industry
and Jens is recognised as market leading in shipping law, so this is a very
expertise, means that there's no better place for me or my clients.
exciting hire for HFW. We already do a lot of work for Danish clients and
Jens Mathiasen, Partner, HFW
have been active in the market for many years, but having a presence on the ground is a real game-changer for our global shipping practice. Jens is
HFW's Denmark launch comes just one week after it opened a new
a trusted advisor to boardrooms across Denmark and has an outstanding
office in the British Virgin Islands with the acquisition of a leading
reputation with clients. We're now uniquely positioned to provide English
disputes business. HFW has now completed 13 international office
and Danish law disputes, advisory and transactional advice to the maritime
openings, mergers and associations since 2016, including a fully-
and offshore industries, and as a firm, we also see significant opportunities
integrated US merger and other moves in Brazil, China, the Middle
in Denmark across our other global core sectors, such as commodities,
East and Monaco.
energy and renewables, insurance, and aviation. Paul Dean, Global Head of Shipping, HFW
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t the start of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2022,
up of apprenticeships in Scotland has been impressive historically, in
Mags Simpson, Head of Policy Engagement at Logistics
2020/21, modern apprenticeship starts in Scotland halved from the
UK comments:
previous year as the COVID-19 pandemic took hold. Logistics UK is pleased to see there has been a renewed interest in apprenticeships as
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2022 is a fantastic opportunity to
the nation moves into recovery after the Covid-19 pandemic, and we
raise awareness of the apprenticeship roles currently available in the
seek to develop the next generation of logistics workers and ensure
nation’s logistics sector; Logistics UK is proud to support the campaign
supply chains continue to operate effectively. Apprenticeships offer a
and highlight the vital role apprenticeships play in building our future
great way to ‘earn while you learn’ and provide the ideal opening into
workforce. But with the sector offering such a diverse range of job
the world of logistics, one of the most exciting and fulfilling industries
opportunities for individuals of all talents and interests, this should
which is at the heart of every facet of our economy.
be better reflected in the apprenticeship schemes available. Logistics UK continues to work with the Scottish Government to help develop
For more information on Logistics UK’s work on skills, and information
a broader range of apprenticeships, which will help to attract people
on how to use apprenticeships in the logistics sector please visit
to our industry where they can start a fantastic career. While take
logistics.org.uk/skills 7 MARCH 2022
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RECRUITMENT & TRAINING APPOINTMENTS WELCOMING TO
ARUNA HUSSAIN
SEALAND
IN THE POSITION OF
MANAGING DIRECTOR FOR EUROPE & MED
MAERSK SUBSIDIARY SEALAND APPOINTS NEW MD FOR EUROPE & MED
Maersk said Aruna has led leadership and transformation roles in various geographies including Pakistan, United Kingdom, Australia and the Middle East within and outside of Maersk.
Aruna Hussain took over the position from Soren Castbak on 1 March
M
Aruna Hussain has more than 20 years of experience in the logistics and supply chain industry and comes
aersk has appointed Aruna Hussain as
with a strong, proven track record. I am convinced
managing director for Europe & Med at its
that Aruna’s wealth of experience will be a great
Sealand subsidiary, effective 1 March.
asset to continue the transformation and growth journey in Sealand Europe. I would also like to take
Aruna started her career at Maersk in 2000 where she
this opportunity to thank Soren for having successfully
worked in liner and trade roles in Pakistan and the UK
grown Sealand Europe and Med, and having delivered
before moving to Damco in Pakistan.
constant and strong performance over the years. Karsten Kildahl,
After several years with Maersk, Aruna left for Australia
Regional Managing Director for Europe, Maersk
in 2010 and worked for a few years in the e-commerce and retail space as Supply Chain and Operations Director
Aruna commented:
I am delighted to take on the
for Australia at the US-based e-tailer, Wayfair. In 2016
role. The pan-European market is huge, with evolving
she moved back to Pakistan and re-joined Damco first
supply chain patterns, shifts in sourcing and fast-paced
as Country Head and then as Chief Operations Officer
technological advancements. Many of our customers are
for Middle East.
rethinking their logistics strategies to keep pace with these disruptions. This requires us at Sealand to transform
Aruna was most recently Area Managing Director for
faster, connect even more closely with our customers
Maersk in Pakistan.
and provide the right solutions that will enable them to simplify their supply chains, cut the complexity and grow their business. It’s an exciting time and I look forward to continuing our transformation and build momentum in our growth journey with our customers.
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WELCOMING TO
TOBIAS BARTZ
CEO & CHAIRMAN OF THE MANAGEMENT BOARD
IN THE POSITION OF
THE RHENUS GROUP
TOBIAS BARTZ BECOMES THE NEW CEO & CHAIRMAN OF THE MANAGEMENT BOARD OF THE RHENUS GROUP
T
Klemens Rethmann, who will concentrate on his tasks on the Executive Board of RETHMANN SE in future, comments,
Tobias and I
obias Bartz will take over the position of CEO
have worked very closely and
and Chairman of the Management Board of the
successfully together since
Rhenus Group on 1 April 2022. He will succeed
my early days in the Rhenus
Klemens Rethmann, who will then concentrate on his
Group. In all these years, we’ve
tasks on the Executive Board of RETHMANN SE.
achieved a great deal together with all the members of the Rhenus family. We respect and trust each other
The Supervisory Board of Rhenus SE & Co. KG is
and I’m therefore proud to be able to name him as my
appointing Tobias Bartz as CEO and Chairman of the
successor.
Management Board with effect from 1 April 2022. Klemens Rethmann, who was born in 1965, is handing
Tobias Bartz, who was born in 1977, began his professional
over this position, which he has held since 2008, on 31
career as a management trainee at Rhenus in 2005. He
March 2022.
We’re settling the issue of succession
has provided evidence of his leadership skills in various
at an early stage in order to continue the positive
international settings within the Rhenus Group since that
developments at Rhenus. We have complete confidence
time. Among other things, he was responsible for the
that Tobias Bartz will achieve this. He has a wealth of
Rhenus Road Freight business in France and Spain. He
international experience, first-class networks and is the
was appointed a member of the Rhenus Management
best choice to lead Rhenus into a good future,
says Dr
Board in 2015 and masterminded the growth of the
Marco Schröter, the Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Air & Ocean division from Singapore for three years,
of Rhenus SE & Co. KG.
before he returned to Germany in 2018. He will retain his management position within this division alongside his
ABOUT RHENUS
appointment as CEO and Chairman of the Management Board of the Rhenus Group.
The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics specialists with global business operations and annual turnover
Tobias Bartz already has a clear objective in mind.
amounting to EUR 7.0 billion. 37,500 employees work at
We will strongly focus on further growth as well as
970 business sites and develop innovative solutions along
green and digital transformation for the Rhenus Group
the complete supply chain. Whether providing transport,
during the next few years too. We’ll continue to expand
warehousing, customs clearance or value-added services,
our global network during this time.
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RECRUITMENT & TRAINING APPOINTMENTS WELCOMING TO
RACHEL COE
PALL-EX GROUP
IN THE POSITION OF
GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPANSION SUPPORTS GROWTH AT PALL-EX GROUP
P
To ensure first-class customer service for its corporate clients, which include large ecommerce retailers, PallEx also provides customer service implants who are permanently based at client sites.
all-Ex Group is driving into 2022 with an expanded customer service team following a
Pall-Ex Group’s multi-million investment in a new
department restructure and a number of new
transport management system Nexus and tracking
appointments. The team has expanded with the addition
technology MyNexus, has improved the customer
of four new hires and the merger of the Pall-Ex and Fortec
experience and changed the role of the team.
Distribution Network customer service personnel. Rachel comments:
We want our customers to get
Recently appointed Group Customer Service Manager,
the most out of the technology we’ve built, so we’re
Rachel Coe, is taking the department up a gear at Pall-Ex
training our customers to use MyNexus to the best of its
Group’s central hub in Leicestershire to support on-going
ability and we find this collaborative approach is valuable
growth and staff development.
for our large corporate clients. Our role is now much more focused on delivering training and problem-solving;
With over 20 years’ experience in customer service and
residential pallet deliveries continue to increase, which
HR, Rachel is helping to deliver Pall-Ex’s investments in
also increases the need for customer support. Most
its workforce, working to enhance knowledge, skills and
consumers are unfamiliar with this method of delivery
progression opportunities.
and there might be restricted access so we have to be more proactive with solving issues before they occur.
Rachel comments:
Investing in staff development is
a core belief at Pall-Ex Group and we’ve implemented
Kevin Buchanan, Group CEO, comments:
cross-departmental training across operations and the
first-class customer service is always top of the agenda
whole pallet network to support the team with their
at Pall-Ex and we are committed to improving that
own personal development, from problem solving to
experience for every customer. There has been significant
leadership skills. We are also committed to providing
growth in residential pallet deliveries in the last couple
quick and efficient resolutions to customer issues via
of years, so it is vital we adapt and develop to meet
innovation and collaboration, and our training programme
these changing needs. As a pallet network, we believe
will enable us to continue developing solutions. Our aims
that working together is the key to success and it is this
for the next 12 months are to work with customers
collaborative approach across the business that helps us
to make their processes more efficient and with our
to put our customers first.
network members to share customer feedback in order
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WELCOMING TO
JON HARMAN
DB CARGO UK
IN THE POSITION OF
HEAD OF ASSET MANAGEMENT & MAINTENANCE
DB CARGO UK APPOINTS NEW HEAD OF ASSET MANAGEMENT & MAINTENANCE
D
B Cargo UK has appointed a new Head of
We are delighted to welcome Jon who brings with him a wealth of experience in managing large fleets and aligning engineering excellence with the delivery of companies’ overall business plans. Neil Ethell, Chief Operating Officer, DB Cargo UK
Asset Management and Maintenance to oversee the company’s in-house and third-
Commenting on his new role, Jon said:
party engineering operations. DB Cargo UK has a fleet of 228 diesel and electric
Jon Harman, who was previously Head of Fleet for First
locomotives and over 5000 wagons that transport in
Bus, has more than three decades of experience in
the region of 37 million tonnes of freight each year
engineering, having worked in senior management roles
across the UK and Europe. It’s a massive undertaking
for a variety of companies including Thomsonfly, Lex
and I’m looking forward to tackling the numerous
Multipart and Arriva London.
challenges that come with such a responsibility. The safety, availability and reliability of DB’s locomotives and
Jon, a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, started his career as
wagons is key to our customers’ success, and therefore
an Aircraft Engineering Apprentice in the RAF back in
it is critical to ours too.
1987 and has since embarked on a rigorous programme of personal and professional development which has seen him earn qualifications in a range of additional disciplines
ABOUT DB CARGO UK
including Engineering, Business and HR management.
We provide freight, infrastructure and passenger charter trains throughout the UK, and freight services to and
He has an outstanding record in challenging legacy
from mainland Europe via the Channel Tunnel. We also
thinking, defining strategy, developing operational
provide traction and train crew for scheduled passenger
infrastructure and harnessing the power of robust
operators. To offer customers a complete one-stop
systems to deliver business-critical objectives.
solution for rail freight transportation, we provide a full range of logistics, supply chain and associated services, including door-to-door deliveries, warehousing and terminal-management. This means customers can choose a single supplier to transport freight from ports and terminals to destinations throughout the UK, on time and with minimal environmental impact.
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WELCOME!
WELCOME WELCOMING TO
TO THE TEAM
LOUIS CHAMBERS
HEADFORD EUROPE
IN THE POSITION OF
HEAD OF EUROPEAN RECRUITMENT A LITTLE ABOUT THE APPOINTMENT
INTERESTING FACT I have a strange obsession
lived in Bath and London. I have two wonderful children:
White Shark ever recorded was caught off Cojimar, Cuba
Esme, three & Jude, eight months. I have been a business
and measured 6.4 m (21 feet) and roughly 3,312 kg (7,302
insurance manager for the last three years. I have mainly
pounds). The Shark's name is deep blue, as named by the
been in sales and management for the last 13 years,
Australian biologist who first set eyes on it.
primarily retail management and telesales. I’m an extremely
INTERESTS Football and fitness
I’m Louis chambers, 29 years old, from Bristol; I have also
motivated individual who strives to excel in everything that’s put in front of me. I have high expectations of myself in setting goals and achieving them. I coach a under-13s football team and I enjoy live music; my favourite band is Kings of Leon – I've been to see them live five times.
WELCOMING TO
with sharks...but not a fan of the ocean. The largest Great
FAVOURITE ANIMAL Sharks & penguins GET IN TOUCH... +31 207 0950 05
louis@headfordgroup.com
HARRY PENFOLD
FORWARDINGJOBS UK
IN THE POSITION OF
RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT A LITTLE ABOUT THE APPOINTMENT
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE/
recruitment and looking to expand my knowledge by
level-3 extended diploma
Hi, I’m Harry and I am 20 years old. I’m brand new to working with forwarding jobs. Prior to recruitment I worked in a café and before this I was at college where I completed a business course. Working with different types of people excite me and helping people achieve their goals motivates me as well, so this is why I have started my career in recruitment.
QUALIFICATIONS Business studies course HOBBIES/INTERESTS Football and gym FAVOURITE ANIMAL Dogs
INTERESTING FACT I can solve Rubik's Cube GET IN TOUCH...
+44 (0)1454 628 786 harry@forwardingjobs.com
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FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO
EUROPEAN ROAD FREIGHT BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
BARRON WOOD
WHERE
NATIONWIDE, UK (REMOTE WORKING)
Salary: £40k-£80k (DOE)
RESPONSIBILITIES
THE COMPANY
• Managing all aspect of the sales process from identifying sales
Barron Wood is a privately owned, family business established for
• Working with the existing management structure to develop
nearly 30 years providing road transport solutions to a wide range of
a sales & marketing strategy for the European road business.
leads to implementing new customer contracts.
customers. Currently the company moves over 900 loads every day
• Undertaking appropriate marketing activity to support the sales.
within the UK & Europe, having experienced consistent growth for the
• Responding to tender requests & providing quotations.
last two decades.Our family values are very important to us and at the
• Site visits & presentations to new customers.
heart of our company and as we have grown, we have made sure these
• Account management of key customers.
remain in our core.
• Working with the operations team to identify sales opportunities. • Requirement for business travel in the UK & Europe
THE ROLE
W
e have an opportunity for an experienced Business
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE...
Development Manager to join our international division,
• Excellent communication & presentation skills.
selling import, export and cross-border road freight
• Demonstrable record of new business in the Euro road freight sector.
services. The role will allow you to play a key role in the companies
• Database of potential sales leads.
future growth. This will be a home based role with a requirement to
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in European road freight sales role.
attend our Preston office, and will involve UK & international travel.
BENEFITS • Excellent salary with scope to increase earnings • Unlimited career prospects for long term career • Company pension • Up to 25 days holiday through loyalty scheme
HOW TO APPLY Please apply on
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ACCOUNT MANAGER
HD FORWARDING
WHERE
LONDON (HOME BASED)
OBJECTIVES • Act as the main point of contact in all matters relating to client concerns and needs • Build and strengthen client relationships to achieve long-term partnerships • Maintain accurate client records, keeping track of any contract
26-30k + very good commission structure Private healthcare Standard holiday with bonus day off for your birthday London, South East England Home-based role
updates and renewals • Work with sales and other internal teams to develop strategic marketing plans and ensure KPIs are being met • Develop a thorough understanding of our products and service
HOW TO APPLY Please apply on
offerings to better upsell and cross-sell to clients • Daily and Weekly Responsibilities • Take enquiries and requests from customers and address their needs • Stay on top of accounts, ensuring they’re receiving services that are within their budget and meeting their needs • Generate progress reports to give to clients and higher-ups within the organisation • Identify upsell, cross-sell, and renewal opportunities and communicate with the sales team regularly • Skills and Qualifications • Internship or professional experience in a sales or customer service role • Ability to multitask and juggle several responsibilities simultaneously • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Good attention to detail and organizational skills FORWARDER magazine
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FEATURED POSITION WHAT WHO
TELESALES EXECUTIVE
FREIGHT SOLUTIONS CONSULTING
WHERE
BRISTOL, UK KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Making outgoing/incoming customer calls and processing new sales • Following up business leads and actively selling our products • Delivering a consultative selling approach • Maintain sales pipeline and build customer relationships • Display a positive and professional attitude • Up-selling value within our product range • Updates CRM system • Develops product knowledge and services sold • Contributes to the team performance by sharing and implementing best practice ideas
JOB DESCRIPTION
A
re you looking for an exciting new role, working with like-
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
minded hungry sales professionals? If your answer is yes, don’t
• Previous experience in a fast-paced Telesales role
let this amazing Telesales Executive opportunity pass you
• Able to build and develop lasting customer relationships
by. Working within a vibrant office, the successful Telesales Executive
• Able to work closely within a team and cross-department functions
can expect an excellent working environment, first-class management
• Excellent communication skills
support and a clear career path.
• Target-driven • Always looking to train and develop your skills to help you succeed
Experience within a similar Telesales role would be preferred, however, with the correct blend of ambition, drive and passion, you will receive all the training needed to be successful!
HOW TO APPLY Please apply in writing with a copy of your CV to
WHAT’S ON OFFER? • Competitive Salary (up to £25K) • Excellent commission
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luke@forwardingjobs.com • Flexible working hours • Company pension • 20 days holiday plus bank hols
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
GBA SERVICES
WHERE
WORKING FROM HOME
Competitive + bonus + company car/allowance
• To monitor new business until sales manager is satisfied
39 hours per week
• Responsible of all sales related administration and accounting
GBA Services is a family business, providing logistic solutions for our
At GBA we pride ourselves on the service we deliver to our internal
customers whether that be by road, sea, or air. With over 30 years
and external customers, so it is important you have a positive and polite
of experience in the sector, we are located in 16 sites throughout the
manner along with excellent customer service and communication
UK and Europe and we are currently looking for experienced Business
skills. This is an exciting and challenging role and you will need to be
Development Manager to join GBA Sales Team!
able to multitask, prioritise your own workload and communicate in a professional way.
THE ROLE Your main responsibility will be to drive profitable New Business Development focusing on the GBA Freight Services Business Unit with emphasis on UK and Cross Channel FTL. The role is fully remote with
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • 2–3 years experience in a similar role within transport solutions, ideally freight services
all the team meetings done over Teams.
SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL DO:
WHAT WE CAN OFFER: • Long term career with a stable market leader
• Providing weekly report on current business and sales pipeline
• Competitive salary/bonus/company car
• Attend client visits as required
• Professional development
• Responsible for Client retention
• Company pension
• To understand and implement the GBA Pricing Structure
• Holiday loyalty scheme
• Prepare and host GBA Sales presentations and able to effectively
• Company health care scheme
present to the highest standard
• Company sick pay
• Develop relationships with Business Units Manager as well as the depot manager to understand current capabilities and future intentions
HOW TO APPLY Please apply on FORWARDER magazine
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TRANSPORT OPERATOR
SALES OPERATOR
Your role
Summary
NOTTINGHAM, UK UNITED KINGDOM £ COMPETITIVE
We are currently recruiting for a Transport Operator to work within our Road Logistics freight division who will be involved with Operation HOPE. They will be responsible for the day to day planning and execution of HOPE activities, including but not limited planning, system administration, communications, status updating and cost accrual. After the initial training this will be 4 on 4 off shifts. This is an initial 12 month contract with a view to being extended.
Your Responsibilities • Constant communication via zoom, telephone and through • • • • •
messaging devices with drivers and other colleagues Liaise with drivers on the road over collection and delivery Record collection/delivery status and discrepancies in systems and escalate where appropriate Move freight between runs to ensure synergies where possible and stop failures Liaise with the EMG warehouse and Transport operations where required Respond to operational and financial KPI’s in order to drive efficiency into the operation
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NIGHT WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE SOUTH NORMANTON UNITED KINGDOM £18,700
Overview
Does a full-time, permanent role sound good to you? Would you like to join a business which excels in developing their staff and providing ongoing training and career opportunities? Are you looking to start or develop your career in logistics? If you answered yes to those questions, keep on reading. We are looking for Warehouse Operatives to join our team in South Normanton, working on our multiuser site. You’ll be working 10 hours shifts, Monday to Friday, with your
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NOTTINGHAM UNITED KINGDOM £ COMPETITIVE
To support the Manager and particular sales staff through administrative duties to allow them to focus on new and existing business development. Along with general office admin this will also involve the direct communication with the branches customer base via email and phone, along with the utilisation of Europa software.
Your Responsibilities • Manage a pool of key accounts • Speak with customers on a daily basis, dealing with issues and bookings
• Receive inbound calls from within the branch's client base and either redirect the call to the relevant employee or, if they are away from the office, deal with their call correctly in order to satisfy the customer’s needs. • This will include taking the details of a quote / calculating a price / using your experience and that of others to conclude a sale price / communicate that to the customer / enter the booking onto our system and provide feedback on the shipments progress to the customer. • Log any activity with the customer onto the CMS system For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
working hours between 16.00 and 06.00 and some Sundays on-call. Our site is fully COVID compliant with all government recommended measures in place.
The role • You will be picking and assisting in loading and unloading goods • Loading and strapping vehicles • Effective use of MHE with ongoing training available For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
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ROCHESTER, UK 42 HOURS/WK + OVERTIME, MON–FRI £12.80 PER HOUR
Your role • Making multi drops to secure locations on a nightly basis • You will be a key holder for each location • There is a large amount of manual handling involving cages and larger items so you must be physically fit
Requirements • Full UK driving licence (with C+E entitlement) • No endorsements or more than six penalty points • A valid CPC and digital tacho card For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE & QUALITY MANAGER HOUSTON, US $ COMPETITIVE
Overview
Operational Performance & Quality Manager will action on standardization and continuous improvement activities for the facility. The Operational Performance & Quality Manager will analyze metrics, design, implement, monitor, and evaluate the processes performed in the facility in order to improve efficiency and improve the overall operational performance.
The role • Evaluate processes to identify improvement potential • • •
LOGISTICS ADMINISTRATOR DERBY UNITED KINGDOM £ COMPETITIVE
• •
Overview
The Logistics Administrator will work with the EuroDirect department of our road logistics teams and support in all Administration duties for the full-load and part-load product. The Logistics Administrator will have to build relationships with all key personnel working within the road logistics operations in the UK.
The role • Obtain details via phone, Zoom or email all truck and trailer numbers for the import & export collection orders and uploaded into the TMS to begin the customs process • Collating and sending relevant information to Shared Service Centre for production of import documents
• • • •
and to ensure continuous improvement of the customerfocused end-to-end process Ensure process implementation of defined processes Monitor process performance to identify gaps and to develop corrective measures Ensure process design of the customer-focused end-to-end process to develop the most suitable processes achieve highest degree of standardization across the entire facility Develop an optimized end-to-end process flow including optimizing of interfaces and handovers Main point of contact for operational leaders in regard to operational performance and related initiatives (operational standardization, continuous improvement and operational management systems) Effectively report operational performance, including actions, results, and initiatives to/from customer, to/from sites Proactively engage with the leadership team for guidance on the execution of core site activities (site level trainings, KPIs, SOPs, site assessments and reporting). Advise on best practices and utilized reporting as a means to monitor and reinforce the effectiveness efficiency that labor planning optimization can provide. Perform regular audits of the standard procedures.
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SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS SPECIALIST DEKALB, ILLINOIS, US $ COMPETITIVE
Are you known for exceptional operational support in the supply chain environment? Are you passionate about data integrity and transportation operations? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to provide an essential role and contribute to delivering superior supply chain services.
Your role • Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal
• • •
• •
MT. JULIET, TENNESSEE, US $ COMPETITIVE
Overview
Overview
•
WAREHOUSE WORKER
and external customers at all times; work collaboratively, provide timely communications and instruction and assist with operations as necessary. Manage documents for accuracy, such as dates, times, location, counts and related information; apply a basic understanding of transportation and service operations. Update operational/customer transportation data in software systems and applications, such as purchase order and shipping and logistics times, rates, date, and details. Utilize databases, logs, and other sources to locate and verify information; information is usually more routine and accessible. Manage forms, labels, billing, invoices and related documents to ensure timely processing. Track orders and information through systems, vendors and related sources, such as arrival, times, confirmation and similar details. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and maintain a safe and effective work environment. Assist with identifying potential operational or service concerns, notify appropriate co-workers and assist with resolution.
Requirements • High School graduate or GED • Two years of office experience in a logistics or transportation environment
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, Internet, web-based and job specific software applications For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
Are you known for your attention to detail? Do you enjoy working in a team environment? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to provide essential tasks in one of our safe and efficiently operated warehouses.
Your role • Kit, pick or sequence customer product as per work instructions.
• Report all quality discrepancies. • Manage production records as required. • Oversee a safe and clean work environment. Requirements • Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED; Less than one year related experience.
• Skills: Basic computer skills. Knowledge/skill with warehouse management systems preferred (i.e. PKMS.) Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. • Characteristics: Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities. For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
WHAT CAN CEVA OFFER YOU?
With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance. We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together. It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.
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HOUSTON, TEXAS, US $ COMPETITIVE
Evaluates the operational and financial performance of the assigned operations (warehousing or transportation) and points out improvements and corrective actions to be made to different levels within the organization. Creates improved tools together with the other team members to improve efficiency and reach.
Your role • Supervising the on-time delivery and accuracy of all operational data and reports to meet business needs. • Performs detailed analysis on the received data, using existing tools, and identifies current and future issues with operational and financial performance.
Reuirements • Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management with focus on warehousing or equivalent education
• Five years of experience, including some specialized work • Master’s Degree in related field and proficient in QuickView / DataLake-structures are preferred For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
AUBURN, WASHINGTON D.C., US $ COMPETITIVE
Are you known for your attention to detail and excellent customer service? Are you passionate about identifying and processing efficient shipment logistics? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to provide a vital service for processing Inbound or Outbound shipments, with an emphasis on preparing, tracking and maintaining important documentation for complex accounts.
Your role • Oversee accounts – receive, review, and process documentation, work through an assigned base of accounts, process documents and information through the established systems, ensuring preparation according to regulatory requirements and customer commitments; accounts are usually complex or by direction of the team leader or supervisor • Process documents through the system; interface with other CEVA systems to provide updates and communications for internal and external customers to produce timely and compliant transactions • Obtain government agency releases as appropriate, arranging delivery, receipt, and invoicing the account; accounts are technical or complex in nature • Process Customs release, OGA release, delivery of cargo, and invoicing for services defined within customer and company standards
Reuirements • Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED,
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
MT. JULIET, TENNESSEE, US – $ COMPETITIVE
Overview
We have an opportunity that would allow you to oversee transportation and customs processes, providing customer service for shipment, receipt and documentation of imported/exported products in accordance with federal and foreign regulations.
Associates Degree preferred; Minimum four to six years related experience. • Credentials: Professional certification may be required in some areas. For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
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AIR FREIGHT OPERATOR, SCHIPOL NETHERLANDS €3,000 PER MONTH
Job description
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Logistics Co-ordinator to join an expanding team in Schipol which specialises in Freight Forwarding, Transportation and Customs Clearance.
Key Responsibilities: • Liaising with clients once new transport requests are received
• Checking systems to obtain correct transport dimensions • • • • • • • • • •
& weights Creating bookings in bespoke software Requesting quotations from hauliers Forwarding of official quotations to clients for approval Booking transport with hauliers ensuring correct client information and paperwork is created and adhered to Liaising with collection and delivery contacts including hauliers on a daily basis Obtaining invoices & proof of delivery Updating & invoicing jobs to clients Liaise with internal accounts department Managing KPI’s and monitor performance of hauliers & internal departmental employee Completing customer care responses within the required timescale
Experience, attributes & skills sought: • You will be an experienced Transport Planner/Co-ordinator • • • • • • • • •
seeking progression or looking for a career in Transport Logistics. Ability to work to strict timescales in a fast-paced environment. You will be able to problem solve and have a proactive approach This role will require you to work 40 hours per week, which will be an 8am start Monday to Friday and as required Saturday due to the nature of this business. Ability to work and progress issues smoothly Experience of Transport Logistics Excellent organisational skills Good analytical and numerical skills Excellent communicator (verbal & written) Computer literate Flexibility to work additional hours as required
louis@headfordgroup.com • +31 207 0950 05
FREIGHT FORWARDER EXPORT AIR, SCHIPOL NETHERLANDS €3,000 PER MONTH
Job description
Your ultimate goal is a perfect and on-time coordination of our clients’ high-value shipments from A to Z. You’re the one to answer their calls, take care of the files & invoicing and make sure every step is well administrated. Because of your proactive communication, your strong professional knowledge and service-oriented attitude, you build strong relationships with our customers, our global network, suppliers and dedicated account team. You know how to strike good deals and maximize profit on your shipments. All the while, working closely together with your colleagues to improve processes, expand our business and optimize our service to the max. And you’re always eager to learn so you are up-todate with the latest branch developments & trends. You will be working from our office at Schiphol-Rijk within a small and professional team and report to your teamleader Export.
Desired Skills and Experience What you bring to the table • Relevant education, certifications and at least 1 – 3 years air freight forwarding experience; • knowledge of the air freight forwarding process and relevant documentation (supplier conditions, Incoterms, basic customs regulations, tariffs etc.); • understanding of the financial side of the forwarding process (costs, loss, profit, buy-ins); • experience with one or more freight forwarding IT systems and MS Office applications; • excellent language skills in both Dutch & English and good intercultural relationship skills; • Your flexibility to work shifts (08:30 – 17:30h and 14:00 – 23:00h). Sometimes we also need you to back up teammates during absence or peaks and work weekends (mainly Saturdays);
What we offer you • Being part of one of the world’s largest SC companies; • a good salary with extra shift allowances to pay the bills and a solid pension scheme;
• 8% holiday pay, 28 vacation days and flexible working hours for a good work-life balance;
• a choice in travel expenses (home to office) based on km’s by car or public transport; louis@headfordgroup.com • +31 207 0950 05
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CUSTOMS MANAGER, FREIGHT FORWARDING LONDON, UK £50,000–£70,000 (neg.)
Overview
Our client, based in Europe and Ireland, has 50 years of history in Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain solutions. They are a global company with an eye to the future and they are looking to hire a leader for their Customs department that can grow with the company. You will be commercially minded and able to switch between being the source of internal customs operational knowledge and being customer-facing.
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Reporting in to the MD, you will be part of the leadership team, looking after a team of customs professionals that you can hire and develop.
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Building and leading a team of customs professionals Commercially able to drive business to the department Control P&L and daily management duties Inspire and motivate your team Daily point of escalation concerning all UK Customs matters including Brexit-related questions • Timely and accurate clearances to the Customs in the UK. • Advise and execute proper limited fiscal representation services in the UK • Monitor all Customs clearances.
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The role • Obtaining freight rates and providing quotations • Arranging Ocean freight • Preparation of collection notes, booking confirmations, etc • Liaising with customers, partners, shipping lines and carriers
• Client reporting and KPI’s • Customs formalities including processing export and import declarations, arranging customs clearance, and duty deferment processing
Skills and Experience: • A minimum of 2 years of experience within a similar role • A solid knowledge of the import and export market • Extensive working knowledge and experience of customs procedures and documentation
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EGYPTIAN LOGISTICS PLATFORM NAQLA
RAISES $10.5 MILLION IN PRE-SERIES A
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aqla, Egypt’s trucking technology platform and marketplace connecting truck owners with cargo companies, has raised $10.5 million in a Pre-Series A round. The round was led by
major investors El Sewedy Capital Holding (SCH), Hassan Allam Holding (HAH), and the Sallam Family. Naqla’s core mission is to modernize and expand Egypt’s supply chain through technology by automating orders between shippers and drivers through its two main apps. Naqla has seen rapid growth into 35+ active zones, overseeing the movement and delivery of over 4.6 million tonnes of cargo since its
Since establishing the business in 2017, founders Sherif Taher and Samer
establishment in 2017, and is currently working with more than 400
Sallam have expanded Naqla into a 165-person organization spread
shippers and 10,500 drivers across Egypt.
across all the major country locations while integrating several strands of technology and instant pricing to provide an exceptional first-class
Naqla’s business model addresses the historically underserved road
consumer experience for both shippers and truckers.
freight sector in Egypt, which has grown in importance since the start of Covid-related supply-side constraints. Businesses are continuously
We are now perfectly positioned to grow our digital logistics offering
looking for further efficiencies in inland transport from Egypt’s major
and market presence, bringing a much-needed technology infrastructure
entry and exit ports to maintain the flows of goods within their supply
to the badly served Egyptian logistics and trucking industry, at a critical
chains.
time in the country’s economic growth. We thank our investors for their part on the Naqla journey – this investment will enable rapid
The rapid growth of Egypt’s construction and consumer goods industry
acceleration of our business and our planned vertical expansion into
has meant demand for trucking continues to rise, with employees in the
our new segments.
sector now making up 2% of the labour force, or 3-4% of GDP - $13bn
Sherif Taher, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Naqla
in Egypt and $45bn across the MENA region. Many of the 1.5 million trucks in Egypt are owned by individual drivers, whom Naqla aims to
We’re thrilled to join Naqla on their journey towards a destination
onboard onto its Carrier ecosystem, consisting of road assistance,
of completely changing the infrastructure of logistics in the region.
finance, insurance, health care and maintenance.
We have tremendous expertise in the infrastructure space, and this investment will increase the synergies between our different portfolio
Naqla will use proceeds of this investment to invest further in its
companies. We love the leadership team at Naqla and are not just
commitment to advancing technology and digitization, positioning the
betting on the market size, but on their grit and vision.
company for growth and development in 2022.
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TIVE RAISES $54M 11 APRIL 2022
IN SERIES B FUNDING LED BY AXA VENTURE PARTNERS 300%+ revenue growth, 200+ new global customers, and hired 100+ employees in 2021, six new investors in the B round, and thousands of shipments saved from delays, spoilage, damage or loss.
T
ive, the technology leader in the new era of supply chain
Addressing an immediate need for the logistics industry
and logistics visibility, today announced the closing of a
Tive helps supply chain and logistics professionals bring their
$54M Series B funding led by AXA Venture Partners, with
customer to the forefront and improve the experience of their
participation from Sorenson Capital, Qualcomm Ventures, Fifth Wall,
deliveries. We empower every shipper and logistics service provider
SJF Ventures and Floating Point Ventures as well as the existing investors
with the best visibility and monitoring tools in the market. We are
RRE Ventures, Two Sigma Ventures, NextView Ventures, Hyperplane
committed to developing products that create a seamless experience
Ventures, Broom Ventures, and Supply Chain Ventures.
and don’t get in the way of our customer’s daily operations. With ongoing dedication from our investors, we continue to innovate and
In 2021, Tive grew its revenue over 300%, acquired more than 200 new
serve our customers while strengthening our position as a global
customers and expanded its global footprint. This latest investment will
provider of shipment insights that power the next generation of
fuel Tive's rapidly growing international presence, with expansion of
sustainable and efficient supply chains.
global sales and marketing initiatives. In addition, it will accelerate the
Krenar Komoni, Founder & CEO, Tive
development and introduction of next-generation solutions, services and bring actionable supply chain intelligence and 24/7 monitoring to
In 2019, Tive founded the Open Visibility Network (OVN) to ensure its
the market.
vision of a world where everything and everyone is connected becomes a reality. The OVN makes shipment-level data and insights available to mutual
#1 in supply chain and logistics condition and location monitoring
customers and its open to all leading technology enabled stakeholders to
Tive continues to outpace and out-innovate the competition with the
TransVoyant, FarEye, Marine Traffic, Everstream Analytics, and many more.
join. Current OVN members and partners include project44, FourKites,
most advanced multi-sensor trackers, a truly intuitive SaaS application, and live 24/7 shipment monitoring service. As the leading provider of
Tive has been scaling at an impressive rate, executing decisively on
supply chain tracking technology, Tive has delivered real-time shipment
its vision where everything and everyone is connected. Supply chain
visibility in more than 200 countries, and helped save thousands of
visibility has become critical in solving large-scale problems in the world
shipments from being delayed, damaged, spoiled, or rejected.
today, and Tive has emerged as the global market leader. The breadth of data Tive offers and ease of access for shippers, logistics providers and carriers are best in class. We believe that Tive’s next-gen solution and highly valuable network will continue to drive massive growth. Alex Scherbakovsky, General Partner, AXA Ventures Partners
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INE A R K U CRISIS TH E
FROM M&A LAWYER TO
DEFENDING UKRAINE
FORWARDER magazine talks to Kyiv-based mergers and
acquisitions specialist Roman Shulyar, who has swapped his
business suit for combat fatigues and a Kalashnikov in defence of his country, following its invasion by Russian military forces
R
oman Shulyar was a successful M&A lawyer based in Kyiv, Ukraine, until Russia launched a brutal and unprovoked military invasion of his country on 24 February. And to some
extent, he still is that person, although in many ways he has changed. Among the most obvious differences, he has traded his business suit and briefcase for combat fatigues and a Kalashnikov, having joined the Ukrainian armed forces – like many Ukrainians with no military background – to protect his country and its citizens. As a partner within Marchenko Partners, he has represented domestic and international clients on the sell and buy side, with a particular interest in M&A deals in IT and infrastructure industries. Notable
Profound shift
cases included acting for Dubai-based DP World on one of the largest
It is something very profound, like an animal feeling deep inside –
Ukrainian M&A deals in 2020 – an acquisition of a controlling stake in
that you would rather die than stay inside. I have never felt it before.
TIS Container Terminal.
It is probably what wolves experience if their pack is under attack.
But he woke early on 24 February to the news his country was under
The next day, he signed up to join Ukraine’s military to defend his
attack from Russia. Understandably shocked, he was initially unclear
country from this attack by Russia.
what to do. And with emails coming in from clients seeking to get certain corporate documents signed, he headed to the office. But on
Shulyar observes:
the way, he saw people frightened in the streets and big military vehicles
businessman, 38 years old, and I’m not seeking adrenaline or glory. I’m
heading for the front lines, and something shifted inside him in a way
quite a successful lawyer running my M&A practice – I am quite satisfied
he can’t easily explain.
with my life and doing what I am.
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I never thought I would feel or act this way. I am a
In previous episodes of political turbulence in Ukraine, such as the Maidan uprising in 2013-14 and the start of the armed conflict in the Donbas in 2014, he
found an excuse that "this is not my war", and I can
serve the country better doing my legal work and paying my taxes, Shulyar notes. But here it is different. If we don’t take up weapons and stand against them, everything and everyone that we love will be destroyed.
Leaving not an option He says friends have asked him why he doesn’t leave the country, and take his daughter and his family abroad – something that has probably remained possible for those with money and connections, despite the statutory ban on men under 60 leaving the country. But he says this is not an option, if you are a sound or reasonable man; or it is about being true. You would be running from your life, from everything that you value. Shulyar admits that the situation has been frightening at times, and sometimes the fear and emotional tension and stress are so powerful you feel you’re about to vomit. But we don’t have a choice.
Under immediate attack He recalls how on the very first day of joining up on 25 February, his unit was almost immediately informed that three Russian armoured units were approaching the building his unit was in. He was urgently handed a submachinegun for the first time,
a Kalashnikov that was
approximately my age”, with little training in how to use it, and told to take a position by the window. He had only ever held a gun once or twice “in some military course at university,
and doesn’t even remember
whether he had fired it back then. He admits that
it was very scary,
but then he started to think
this could be the end; they are approaching; they have more weapons and heavier weapons than us, and we are a bunch of rookies. So, what do I want to do? In the chaos and the darkness, in theory it would have been possible to escape into the basement, although there was, ultimately,
nowhere to
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MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS NEWS And so, I told myself at that moment: I am staying here; and if I have to die, okay. I saw no other options; and it is still that way. His parents live in western Ukraine, and have suggested he could move there to be safer. But in contrast, he feels uncomfortable now being in the relatively peaceful environment currently in Kyiv, when other parts of Ukraine are under intense attack. I am ready to do something, because this is war, and my personal safety is not my priority, like the other guys,
he notes.
Extreme situations Since that initial life-threatening situation on 25 February,
we have
had so many extreme situations, and I was expecting that some of the guys would say ‘this is too much’; but it has not happened. It is not just that what we are doing is right, but there are no alternative options.
No plans to return to the office Although he confesses to being 'quite an egoistic person,' he says this
He has no doubt that Ukraine will continue to defend itself and win this
current situation
war, but for the time being has no plans to return to the office, while
makes you think about what you are living for, and
whether there is a line after which life is not worth living. I think that
his country remains under attack.
is the crucial moment, because I see that line very clearly now. When children are being killed, women are being raped, and our cities are being
Although he believes it’s important that the Ukrainian economy continues
destroyed, what am I after that?
as much as possible to function and make money to help support the country and its military defence,
Human nature prevails Before 24 February, he had thought
currently.
certain industries are unable to operate
That includes his own M&A specialisation, and colleagues
the animal instinct would prevail,
from other law firms estimate that their caseloads are down by at least
and people would run away to save themselves. But this war has shown
85-90%. And even this little work that remains is mostly post-transaction
us that we are humans and that human nature prevails: helping each
work, rather than new business deals, or some corporate changes or where
other and fighting for each other; looking forward to a life for our
people are trying to mitigate risks or reduce their losses.
children and our people, and about our own life. Understandably, investors would view any moves into Ukraine’s warShulyar believes the war has profoundly changed people internationally as well as in Ukraine, with people realising that
torn market currently as extremely high risk.
even in an era of space
tourism, when we have so many other things in our lives, there are still maniacs in the world, insane people that are willing to start a war.
The general situation for the legal market is very bad. In most cases, people do not work and are concentrating now on other things. The general situation for the legal market is very bad. In most cases, people are concentrating now on other things. Perhaps if the military situation in Ukraine was safer, and Ukraine was prevailing, if I had more transaction work to do, I might consider going back to work – to keep up the economy and pay taxes. But for now there is no transaction work.
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Military responsibilities Instead, his responsibilities now are those of
a soldier in a military
unit. We have all sorts of training, trying to catch up on things we didn’t have a chance to do when this war started – medical training, technical training, other kinds of training – to prepare us for whatever we may face. We may be sent to eastern Ukraine or be left here to defend Kyiv. Although the role now is hugely different to his life as a M&A lawyer, he has used aspects of his background as a professional. For example, at the start of the war and in the weeks leading up to it, he used his organisation skills and contacts to help source certain supplies that were running low for those in need – for example food and clothes and boots. Although Shulyar has not had the opportunity recently in his current position to fully assess any current shortfalls, for anyone seeking to support Ukraine’s defence or humanitarian efforts many needs in the country,
there are still
especially in the areas that have been
under intense attack or siege, including the need for food, warm clothes, medical supplies, and other things, he highlights. In the east of the country, people are really suffering and there is a humanitarian disaster there. By Will Waters, contributing editor, FORWARDER magazine
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MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS NEWS 7 MARCH 2022
FINE ART SHIPPING STARTUP CONVELIO ACCELERATES GLOBAL EXPANSION
WITH $35M INVESTMENT • Funding round marks largest ever investment into an art logistics business globally
Powered by proprietary optimised pricing technology, Convelio enables auction houses, galleries and private art collectors all over the world
• Investment led by Forestay, with participation from Mundi
to access the first instant quoting tool for competitively priced logistics
Ventures, the European Investment Fund and existing investors
services. As soon as a customer places an order, Convelio takes care of
Acton Capital and Global Founders Capital
everything, from shipping to insurance, customs and real-time tracking.
• Convelio supplies automated shipping services to the $50 billion global art and antiques market
After careers in e-commerce, co-founders Edouard Gouin and Clément
• Fundraising comes after an exceptional year of growth –- in 2021
Ouizille founded Convelio in 2017. They observed that, although art sales
alone, Convelio executed 14,000 shipments worth $265 million
via online channels have doubled in number in recent years fuelled by the
between 80 countries, increasing revenue by 2.5x
rise of younger, tech-savvy collectors, the shipping options available to
• Convelio’s proprietary, algorithm-based technology is now used
customers all over the world were not built for this digital age of buying art.
daily by global art world leaders including Christie’s, Sotheby's, Phillips and 1stdibs
Traditional shipping providers can take from 1 to 5 days to issue
• Funding will help double Convelio’s footprint in the US during 2022,
customers with quotes to ship their high-value, time-critical items.
double down on tech development, and fuel its mission to make
Convelio’s online quoting system provides quotes within seconds, using
the global art market more environmentally sustainable
proprietary algorithmic technology that assesses multiple data points
C
instantaneously across the entire logistics chain.
onvelio, the world’s leading tech-led fine art shipping company, has raised $35 million (€30 million / £26 million) in Series B
While incumbent shipping companies quote customers fees worth up
funding after an exceptional year of global expansion in 2021.
to 50% of the value of the item due to be shipped, Convelio is able to offer quotes that are up to 46% cheaper than competitors, thanks to its
The investment, which is the largest investment ever made into an arts
tech-first approach in a marketplace where automation has historically
logistics business globally, was led by new investors Forestay, a UK and
not been employed. Convelio customers benefit from not only a faster
Switzerland based venture capital backers of Nexthink and Scandit,
and easier service, but a more competitively priced one too.
and Mundi Ventures, the international investment firm behind unicorns like Wefox, Bolttech, Klarna - and whose founder invested in unicorns
During 2021, Convelio expanded significantly and the company was
like Skyscanner, Auto1 and Farfetch. The European Investment Fund
responsible for 14,000 shipments with a cumulative value of $265 million
and existing investors Acton Capital and Global Founders Capital also
between over 80 countries worldwide. Annual revenues multiplied by
participated in the round.
2.5x and the number of customers the startup served doubled to almost 3,000. Today, Convelio’s customer base include global arts market giants such as Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips. Convelio tripled its team to support growing customer demand; most of its 200 employees are based in the art world capitals of Paris, New York and London.
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Convelio is disrupting a huge industry that’s competitive, demanding
We are very pleased to welcome Forestay and Mundi Ventures
but inherently slow to change. The speed at which this team is winning
as financial investors. Both investors align closely with our values on
business away from competitors in what’s traditionally been a close- knit
innovation and supportive, sustainable relationships. They believe in our
community of auction houses, galleries and shippers is hugely impressive.
vision to be leaders in the industry. This funding will fuel our efforts in
Convelio is on an aggressive global journey to transform an outmoded
technology, contribute to expanding our offering and help us expand our
way of shipping that we are excited to support.
global footprint, particularly in the US, our fastest growing market.
Marieke Christmann, Senior Principal, Forestay
Edouard Gouin, Managing Director & Co-Founder, Convelio
The investment will support further development of Convelio’s logistics
Backing from two more leading technology investors reflects the size
technology, customer service offering and sustainability strategy. Responding
of the opportunity in our reach, as the world art market continues to
to increasing customer demand, Convelio will further expand headcount
grow and adapts to the new digital norms.
worldwide, with particular focus on the US – the startup’s largest market
Clément Ouizille, Managing Director & Co-Founder, Convelio
– where in 2022 the team will more than double from 30 to 70. Sustainability is at the centre of Convelio’s mission to bring art logistics The future opportunity for Convelio to take its disruptive logistics
into the future. In addition to fueling business development goals, funds
technology to more markets is vast. Convelio’s current focus is on
raised will be used to drive ESG projects and adapt the company’s
specialised logistics in the art, antiques and luxury furniture markets
service offering to reduce the impact on the planet.
that are cumulatively valued at more than $5 billion in the US, UK and Europe alone. This segment forms part of the world’s $1.6 trillion ‘high-
The art market is moving online and touching more and more buyers,
value, time-critical and non- palletised’ goods market, which itself forms
and to address our clients’ needs we are doubling down on our digital
almost 20% of the global logistics market worth $7.4 trillion annually.
strategy. Convelio’s solutions are pivotal in this endeavour. Their onestop-shop approach is allowing us to rapidly serve a greater number
On its current growth trajectory and with its ambitious 2022
of clients with a single integration while streamlining the work of the
expansion plans now in train, Convelio stands to become a leading
teams in charge.
shipping partner for valuable goods worldwide, not just in the art and
Cécile Bernard, Worldwide Head of Operations, Sotheby’s
antiques market but far more broadly over time wherever high quality, trusted, dependable shipping is required. Javier Santiso, CEO and partner, Mundi Ventures FORWARDER magazine
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PALL-EX SUPPORTS UKRAINE CRISIS
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n response to the ongoing Ukraine crisis, Pall-Ex has utilised its extensive European network to deliver aid to those fleeing the conflict into Poland.
The palletised freight network is coordinating the collection of charitable aid in the UK at its central hub in Leicestershire where it will then be transported to the new Pall-Ex Poland hub in Łódź. This service is being donated by Pall-Ex Group’s UK to Poland linehaul partner based in Gdansk, PKS. From here, the aid will be transported to a depot, owned by Pall-Ex Group, in Rzeszow close to the Ukrainian border. During the first week of the conflict, Managing Director of Pall-Ex Group’s International Business Units, Mark Steel, travelled to Poland
Pall-Ex Group’s CEO, Kevin Buchanan, has also urged other members
to speak with the team in Łódź.
of the Association of Pallet Networks (APN) to follow Pall-Ex’s lead in utilising their network models across Europe to provide efficient
During his visit, he worked with the team at Pall-Ex Poland and PKS to
transport for aid to Eastern Europe.
organise the logistics around getting aid from charities in the UK to the border with Ukraine.
He comments:
We have a responsibility to utilise our networks
across Europe to support everyone affected by the humanitarian crisis in On this Mark comments:
We realised the importance of providing
Ukraine. The APN is helping to unite pallet networks across the UK and
reliable, fast and most importantly free logistical support to the charities
I am proud that Pall-Ex Group already has an operation in progress at
and the people of Ukraine very early on. The team at Pall-Ex Poland is
this difficult time. So far, from what we are hearing from our colleagues
working hard to ensure the network continues to operate as efficiently
in Poland, the aid efforts have been somewhat disjointed, but we hope
as possible, whilst also agreeing to support with this really important
that this initiative will provide greater sustainability and coordination
aid work. Everyone at Pall-Ex Group is united in our efforts to ensure
to the charity supply chain.
we support those affected by the conflict in Ukraine and we must say a huge thank you to the team at PKS for their help with this operation.
Pall-Ex Group is working closely with other members of the APN to ensure that the sector plays its part in delivering vital aid to the people of Ukraine. FORWARDER magazine
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Readers of FORWARDER magazine work in a globally-connected
pictures and words from the intense and bloody conflict in
industry. The hurt that is being felt in Ukraine is being felt around the
Ukraine. We can all see that this conflict is threatening the
world by those whose business it is to move goods across the globe.
lives and livelihoods of millions of civilians across the country. Thousands are fleeing. People have been injured. Many lives have been lost. Readers of FORWARDER magazine may feel helpless in responding to this crisis. That is why staff at FORWARDER magazine have created a positive channel for financial support from our readership to get money right to those who need it most in this crisis. We are completely behind
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usinesses can now easily work out the carbon impact of their
Carbon offsetting through tree planting
shipments using a new free online calculator, launched by
Crucially, the subscription-based models include the option of directly
logistics software development company CocoonFMS Ltd.
purchasing the trees needed to completely offset that journey’s impact.
The CocoonCarbon tool enables businesses to measure their carbon
These will be planted in the UK and abroad through Cocoonfxmedia’s
footprint by estimating the carbon, nitrogen oxide and particle matter
Gold Standard partner, Ecologi.com. Businesses will receive GPS codes
emissions of an entire journey from door to door, through road, sea
to the actual trees that have been planted on their behalf.
and air travel. As environmentally conscious companies, CocoonFMS and Enhanced subscription-based versions of the software also calculate the
Cocoonfxmedia achieved their net zero goal at the end of 2021, and
exact number of trees needed to offset the carbon impact of that journey
have so far planted more than 1,520 trees in a dedicated plantation
– and provide the option to purchase those trees there and then.
through the Ecologi partnership. This has offset 34.8 tonnes of carbon – equivalent to 29 long haul flights or 95,270 miles driven in a car, and
Several legs of a journey can be added, including different modes of
the equivalent of 115 square metres of ice saved. CocoonFMS is now
transport used.
on a mission to help other businesses do their bit for the planet – and the carbon calculator is part of that green agenda.
CocoonCarbon is ideal for anyone who wants to better understand the impact of their business journeys and shipments so they can make strategic decisions about how to achieve net zero.
The USP of CocoonCarbon is that emissions can be quickly worked out across all the legs of a journey, which could be starting on a lorry in China, moving onto a ship or plane, transferring to a lorry and then to a van. It helps
The software has been developed by Cocoonfxmedia Ltd, partner
businesses understand their carbon impact and then see where improvements
company to CocoonFMS Ltd. The web-based version is free to use and
can be made, for example by shortening the supply chain, or perhaps by
is aimed at smaller companies for infrequent shipments or journeys.
calculating the difference that would be made by having larger vehicles but
Businesses can also add the calculator to their own websites for
fewer journeys. This software can also tell you how many trees would need
customers to use.
to be planted to offset that journey, and gives you the option to buy them, there and then, through a trusted partner. The software takes minutes to
The enhanced subscription-based versions of the software are aimed
set up and can calculate the emissions of thousands of shipments. With the
at larger companies, including distribution or freight businesses, dealing
additional tree planting option, you can start mitigating your negative impact
with tens of thousands of shipments every day.
on the planet straight away, while planning for longer term improvement measures. Offsetting through tree planting is not as expensive as people
This includes a standalone cloud-based portal, great for businesses
might think either; 20 trees cost just £10. To offset a Hong Kong to London
which import and export, where emissions can be broken down per
airfreight journey would need around 200-300 trees – which would cost £75.
journey leg to see where the carbon impact is highest.
“Some of the trees planted bear fruit, which is then used in biofuels, some last 1000 years. Little changes can make a big difference. We wanted everyone to
Large-scale freight companies dealing with tens of thousands of shipments
have access to the core functions of the calculator as it’s part of our ethos of
can take it a step further with the API version which integrates directly
helping the planet and using our technological expertise to make it easier for
into their existing systems.
everyone to do that. We need to take action now and while big businesses have a huge part to play, there’s also a lot of power in the collective action of all of us, whether an individual or small business. James Blackman, Managing Partner, CocoonFMS® Ltd.
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Her mother says: “What other
towards her ice skating dreams. The ten-year old has her
child do you know who sets her
heart set on skating success and now, thanks to Headford’s
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sponsorship of Lily’s skating boots, the little Welsh wizard is set for
before I am.” Emma’s dedication
even better skating.
is revealed with the fact that she drives Lily from her home in
For the first time, the Bristol-based international recruitment agency
Cwmbran to an ice rink in Cardiff
and media publisher has sponsored Lily’s boots to ensure her continued
five times a week in a journey that takes about half an hour each way.
enjoyment of the sport. She first took to the ice at barely four years
She has been coached by Tracey Keeble at Ice Arena Wales since she
of age, meaning she has been skating for seven years. Her dedication
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cannot be denied, as explained by her mother Emma Walding.
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She loves competitions, wearing her amazing bespoke
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I used to skate and the coach I had is now Lily’s coach!
Lily’s little sister is now also beginning to show
an interest in skating so it looks like the beginning of an icy dynasty. Emma pays tribute to her father Anthony, Lily’s grandfather. Emma says:
We do have a huge help and support from her grandad who takes her training a lot for me whilst I’m holding down a job. If
it wasn’t for him, she would not be training as much now I’m back in work! Lily’s interests outside of skating are book-reading and going out exploring new places with her mother.
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