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SPECIAL REPORT: SUSTAINABILITY & FORWARDING In the last 12 months, sustainability has risen rapidly to
But there remains considerable inconsistency in what they measure
become a significant competitive issue for medium to large
and offer – including options to offset carbon emissions – in part
European and global freight forwarders, as their customers
due to a lack of standardisation of methodologies internationally and
increasingly push them for evidence of their environmental
still emerging technology capabilities to measure and track actual or
policies and capabilities in new contracts. While some have
estimates of emissions caused by shipments.
been proactive, an absence of international standards or direction from governments, limited availability of green
In the meantime, many future-facing large and medium freight forwarders
fuels, and an unwillingness among many customers to pay
are pushing ahead with their own initiatives and calculation methods
a premium for sustainable services have left many freight
or using technology and processes provided by emerging specialists
companies unclear how to respond, reports Will Waters
such as EcoTransIT or Searoutes, as technology firms and sustainability
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specialists continue to develop off-the-shelf capabilities and standard
ncreased attention on global climate change, heightened by last
methodologies are established.
autumn’s COP26 Summit in Glasgow, has generated a new wave of interest, enthusiasm and urgency among businesses, investors,
Until now, it has remained less of a priority for freight forwarders
governments and consumers in developing and adopting sustainable
based in some other parts of the world and for small forwarders and
business practices and policies. With governments committing to fresh
small import-export companies. But new digital tools are becoming
climate-change targets and a clamour from consumers and investors for
available that promise to be affordable for most companies with a
change, freight forwarding and logistics companies have been left with a
central transport management system (TMS) to plug into and measure
sense of needing to respond, but many unclear exactly how, and how fast.
their customers’ shipments’ carbon footprints, including a ‘white-label’ product soon to be offered by one forwarding network to its members.
With many governments still working on translating their latest
And even relatively small-scale customers are beginning to ask questions
respective climate-change targets into deliverable actions for businesses
about their suppliers’ green credentials.
and investment in infrastructure to support them, many forwarding various customers and to a certain extent second guess how the
Awareness rising among freight firms
market will look in one or two years’ time. And with mixed messages
However, Andy Cliff, director of
from customers about whether they are willing to pay extra for green
Straightforward Consultancy –
solutions, and a shortage of green fuel options, the responses from
which acts as an external freight
freight businesses are understandably mixed.
and logistics consultant for
and logistics companies are left to respond to the requests of their
mainly SME UK import-export Nevertheless, initial research from FORWARDER magazine
companies and forwarders – says
indicates that many large and medium-sized European freight forwarders
the priority for many smaller
are now making significant moves to understand, invest in, and develop
customers at the moment remains
sustainability measurement and improvement policies and initiatives,
'survival, after two bruising
as their customers increasingly push them for evidence of their
years...' He says sustainability,
environmental policies and capabilities in new contracts.
emissions and the environment are nice ideas for them, but not a priority for small customers – for example, importers that ship less than 1,000 containers a year, or less than 250 tonnes of air freight per year.
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But he has observed it becoming an issue for slightly larger companies –
With many customers now under strong pressure from their
for example, he recently got a 10-page questionnaire from an importer
own customers, there seems to be a need for third-party
that has an import business turnover of around £1.5 million a year
logistics companies (3PLs) above a certain size to provide real
asking ‘how green you are as a supplier?’, but it was basic questions
sustainability responses. But given their role as an intermediary
like: ‘do you have an environmental policy’? ‘Do use green vehicles’? It
rather than a physical provider of the transport, that response
was more for companies that supply physical goods to them in their
may need to be about offering more sustainable alternatives to
upstream supply chain,
their customers, alongside the traditional options.
he notes.
Cliff says measuring and reducing emissions
is definitely now a real
issue for major public (publicly listed) companies – for example, those
Whatever their motives, research by FORWARDER suggests that many Europe-based medium to medium-large freight
that might import several thousand containers per year, or certainly
forwarders have now developed or are developing plans to
those that import 10,000 containers a year or more. For those
measure and report the carbon baseline of their businesses and
companies, it is now more than just CSR, but is about real environmental
offering at least a crude analysis of a shipment’s carbon footprint
policies and having a commitment to it. So, it depends on the type and
– for example, by trade lane, weight and transport mode.
size of customer. Some, particularly on the smaller end, are still only or mainly
Responses of logistics providers
reporting on the carbon emissions or baseline of their own
This heightened focus is starting to be reflected among the responses
business activities, not of customers’ shipments. And most are
of logistics providers and freight forwarders – or at least in how they
not yet offering granularity or accurate shipment-level data, but
talk about sustainability. Although the big companies have been talking
may be looking to build that in the next two to five years.
for some time about environmental measures, until recently there was a suspicion that in some cases it remained more about window dressing – where companies
want to be seen as having environmental policies
and initiatives, because their competitors have,
Cliff highlights.
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However, many large multinational (MNC) forwarders, for example with
Other green initiatives from the largest MNC forwarders include
annual revenue exceeding US$500 million, and many with a turnover
expanding the use of zero- or low-emissions vehicles, energy efficiency
of $50+ million, now offer or at least describe offering fairly broad and
improvements to buildings and facilities, better route optimisation, and
more sophisticated sustainability policies, including plans or the ability to
use of greener fuel for intercontinental transport – such as sustainable
report and analyse carbon footprints at a shipment level, and may offer
aviation fuel (SAF).
the option to offset this. That measurement may only be approximate, by trade lane, weight and transport mode, with companies mostly not
Limited availability of green fuel
yet offering accurate shipment-level data, but looking to develop this
DB Schenker is among those that have introduced SAF on certain lanes,
and offer data and options at the point of booking in the next two years.
although CEO Jochen Thewes acknowledges there are challenges to this and many other green-fuel schemes – including a ten-year ramp-up phase
Frontrunners
until SAF is widely available at scale to airlines, and limited availability of
Unsurprisingly, it is some of the largest MNC forwarders such as DHL,
alternative fuels for other modes. And currently, shippers often come
Kuehne + Nagel, and DB Schenker that are making the loudest noise in
to contract talks with good green intentions but are reluctant to pay
terms of their sustainability offering to customers.
extra for sustainable solution, he has observed.
For example, DHL has an established group-wide ‘Go Green’ strategy,
Climate-neutral target
with ambitious carbon reduction targets for 2025, 2030, and 2050 –
Thewes, who is aiming to make DB Schenker
including within its DHL Global Forwarding division, which offers a
within the logistics sector
variety of Go Green products and
service options for minimising and/
UN study indicating that freight transport emissions represent currently
or avoiding logistics-related emissions, waste and other environmental
about 10% of all energy-related emissions and 40% of global transport
impacts along your entire supply chain.
emissions, with these having grown continuously over the past years.
This includes an instant online
Carbon Calculator function estimating carbon emissions of various shipment scenarios – although some have questioned the accuracy of these kinds of tools.
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a sustainability leader
and climate-neutral by 2040, highlights a
This means the transport sector currently has a significant role in the
Good planning and advice
whole climate-change picture, with heavy carbon footprints whatever
One simple piece of advice is for shippers to try to organise
mode of transport you look at.
We have to be honest: there is a big
their intercontinental supply chains as much as possible to use
gap between the goal of an emission-free transport system and what is
ocean freight – since its emissions profile is so much lower than
doable today,
that for air freight with the current fuel options available. But
he noted in an interview late last year.
We have to
close this gap step by step. That is our job, and we are working on this.
Thewes observes that a maritime hub’s inland infrastructure is equally important for ocean freight to be sustainable,
Thewes believes that collaboration among supply chain stakeholders
preferably via rail, which requires governments to invest in
is important for improving efficiency and eliminating waste, and that
rail infrastructure. But governments and operators also need
data today allows shippers to choose more sustainable logistics,
more sustainable solutions and fuel for the 75% that moves via
albeit probably at a higher freight rate. He believes the importance
other transport modes, mainly on road.
of data must grow, stressing that stable and efficient supply chains require reliable planning.
He says there will always be a tension over shippers’ decisions on what is best economically versus what is a better solution
And shipper-forwarder negotiations, focused in the past on rates and
for the environment, but part of logistics companies’ role is
transit times, should now include a range of sustainable transport
advising them how to optimise their supply chain around their
options, even if those greener options cost more today than the more
CO2 footprint by choosing the right providers and the right
carbon-intensive alternatives, he believes – although investment in
transport links and on-carriage option.
green technology promises to produce cheaper carbon-cutting alternatives in the future.
Common sustainability standards But he believes all stakeholders need to be using the same sustainability measurement for global logistics, requiring someone to create
international standard procedures on
carbon accounting for freight transport. At COP26, Thewes signed a Statement of Support by the World Economic Forum for the development of one industry standard for book and claims carbon credit accounting for all modes of freight transport. The goal is to establish a credible mechanism that supports shippers to reduce their Scope 3 emissions and enables the credible allocation of green premiums to further invest in freight value chain decarbonisation in a joint effort.
Progress needed this decade Although action on cutting carbon emissions is a long-term project, he says sustainability is now
a top priority on the
boardroom agenda, whether for our competitors, our partner airlines or shipping lines, but also for the customers. Our job is to deliver solutions that work and support our customers’ business needs. No matter how clean or green a technology is, if we can’t sell it to our customers, it’s useless.
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SPECIAL REPORT: SUSTAINABILITY & FORWARDING Driving demand Several freight insiders have said the greatest push towards sustainability in freight transport and supply chains is coming from customers, especially publicly listed companies where there is demand from shareholders or end customers – especially from retail and fashion verticals. On the other hand, when it comes to paying extra for green services and options, the messages from customers are less clear. And companies, including freight forwarders, that are owned or backed by private equity are said to be sometimes less active in developing real long-term sustainability measures – more focused on short-term financial turnaround plus some ‘eco window dressing’ prior to sale, one logistics source said. As such, the messages received by logistics companies from their customers remain somewhat ambiguous and unclear. Nevertheless, other freight sources say forward-thinking mid-sized to large companies in Europe have been developing solutions independently ahead of demand from customers, in anticipation that it will be a competitive issue increasingly in the next 12-24 months.
Freight sustainability specialists A significant number of major freight forwarding and logistics firms have signed up to use one or other of the major freight sustainability software providers to help them measure and manage their sustainability performance, and that of their customers and their customers’
Free carbon offsets
shipments. For example, the customer list of EcoTransIT, regarded as
One option offered by Kuehne + Nagel as a cost-free green alternative
one of the most sophisticated and widely used freight sustainability
for customers is that it is offering to offset at no extra cost to customers
software providers worldwide, includes many of the world’s top-tier
the carbon emissions of any shipments quoted and booked via its myKN
and second-tier freight and logistics providers, plus some smaller groups,
portal – thus also offering customers an incentive to do the quote and
including: Bertling, Bolloré Logistics, Blue Water Shipping, ColliCare,
booking process online, which saves KN admin costs.
Cargomind, Dachser, DB Schenker, Delmar, DHL, DSV Panalpina, Expeditors, Explect, FM Logistic, Franco Vago, Gebrüder Weiss, Gefco,
Cliff says this is probably a relatively low-volume channel currently.
Geodis, GN-Transporte, Greencarrier, Group7, Hellmann Worldwide
He observes that although some of the big forwarders talk a lot
Logistics, Hillebrand, Hoyer, Hupac, JAS, Kühne + Nagel, Leman, Logfret,
publicly about their climate ambitions and capabilities, as a customer
Mainfreight, Marquard & Bahls, Martin Bencher Group, Morrison Express,
representative he has not seen many examples of forwarders actively
Nippon Express, OIA Global, Ovrsea, Posti, Rhenus, SAT Albatros,
pushing these solutions to their customers – or at least not to the
Savino Del Bene, Scan Global Logistics, Scanlog, Senator International,
smaller companies that he generally represents.
WHTS, Woodland Group, Würth Logistics, and XPO Logistics.
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Services or products offered include The EcoTransIT World API, a
The emissions from a B747 are very different from
solution for automatic calculation of customer-specific transport
those from an A350 aircraft. And the emissions in ocean
chains, across all modes of transport, including calculations of energy
freight can vary from vessel to vessel,
consumption, carbon emissions, air pollutants, and external costs.
March notes.
We want to get a tool that is at a high level, that is recognised and certified as reliable, to offer to customers.
Other freight-focused competitors include Searoutes, Tracks and Big
The customers can then choose whether they want to pay for
Mile, with another solution from startup Pledge also offering detailed
offsetting options. Shippers seem to want a level of granularity.
calculations and offsets for at individual shipment level. Generalist competitors also offering sustainability services to the freight sector
IT capabilities important
include: Patch, Squake, Cloverly, Normative and Watershed.
March believes most WCAworld member companies have, or will soon have, an appropriate level of technology in their
Forwarding network development
businesses to be able to interface relatively easily with the
Freight forwarding network WCAworld has been exploring and seeking
planned white-label emissions and sustainability calculation tools
to develop sustainability-related solutions to offer its member agencies,
the network is aiming to offer. WCA members have a range of
as it has with other freight capabilities. Dan March, CEO of WCAworld
different transport management systems (TMS), varying from
– whose member companies collectively boast more than 10,000 offices
CargoWise or similar systems to in-house developed systems.
in 193 countries around the world – says demand and capabilities among small or medium forwarders to offer customers visibility on their freight transport carbon emissions, reduction options, or offsetting capabilities, varies by region and is basically being driven by their customers. That demand from European customers for detailed information has really pushed forward in the last year, to have granular emissions data, he highlights.
‘White label’ product for members
It will depend on the system they use whether they can
As a result, WCA is currently evaluating two different companies that
integrate it. Some certainly can; for others, it may have to stand
calculate emissions data with a view to offer this as a ‘white label’
as a standalone tool that they use for specific customers that
product to WCA members – to offer their customers full emissions
require it,
March notes.
information, and offsetting opportunities for their customers. But the way things are going and the way technology is changing, One of the companies is a member that has a separate IT division that
he believes the majority of companies probably have the
has developed this initially for their own purposes but that
also looks
capability now to integrate these kinds of plug-in systems –
The other is a third-party specialist
right down to fairly small companies with around 25 employees,
pretty good for other members. based in France.
Our freight forwarders want to have the tools to offer that to these customers,
although that varies geographically. In some of the lower-cost labour countries like India or
March says. And they want this at a detailed level, not
Bangladesh, some companies still don’t have proper TMSs.
just broad-brush emissions estimates for a shipment from China to
There is still a few who use Excel, but a very small number now.
Europe by ocean.
But I would say 95% plus of our members will have a proper TMS. If you’re going up past four or five offices, past 80 to 100 people, then you’ll probably have a very sophisticated TMS, probably CargoWise or equivalent.
And in most developed markets, even
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CONCLUSIONS... Sense of urgency
In summary, research by FORWARDER magazine suggests that
the sense of urgency to act now varies according to the size and sophistication of the logistics company and its clients. Many mid-sized to large Europe-based freight forwarding companies are proactively developing emissions assessments and reduction policies and capabilities
One key driver, in addition to the perception among their customers,
in response to contract tenders but also ahead of some customer
seems to be retention and recruitment of staff, which has become very
demand, in anticipation of this being a key requirement – and potential
competitive in logistics, especially in the last two years. Creating a
mandatory requirements.
forward-looking culture is now seen as increasingly important, especially to recruit and retain younger staff, with sustainability a key pillar of this.
And the sense of urgency continues among forwarders in Europe, despite the concerns and challenges presented by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Technology is key
and the many consequences of that. As Günther Jocher, managing
In terms of the technological capability to measure carbon emissions
director of Munich-headquartered freight and logistics firm GROUP7,
and offer customers alternative, lower-carbon shipment options, freight
observes:
Yes, absolutely, we are still invested in sustainability topics
sources say that any company using a cargo transport management
and are going to continue our drive towards an improved footprint.
platform such as CargoWise – used by most Top 50 global freight
As unfortunate and sad as the situation in Ukraine is, the sustainability
forwarding and logistics companies – will be potentially able to achieve
topic is one to be taken care of on a larger scale and will not ‘go away’
visibility at shipment level, for example via specialist third-party plug-in
anytime soon. Our customers are seeing this the same way.
tools able to assess and input carbon emissions and performance data and analysis. This data may not yet be available accurately in most cases,
But for smaller or less future-facing companies, it may be more like a
currently, but the ability to integrate this capability is there among most
five-year journey – for example to respond to national mandates, freight
major global logistics companies via their existing tech platform provider.
sources say.
Continuing pain points Little is mandatory yet
According to various freight forwarding sources, continuing pain
Indeed, little is mandatory yet on a global level, but individual countries
points for forwarders around sustainability include the perceived costs
are expected to be mandating requirements soon on the basis of
of investing time and resources, with a relatively uncertain ROI; not
their national commitments, and some companies are acting now in
knowing enough about the topic and what to prioritise; lack of clear
anticipation of this.
single standards for emissions measurement and comparision; shortage or lack of available fuel alternatives for lowering emissions; congested and
In the meantime, future-facing 3PLs seem to be responding sufficiently
inefficient logistics chains currently; not having sufficient and accurate
quickly to remain competitive in their fields, although the sector as a
data on emissions of shipment journeys – eg vehicle or vessel emissions;
whole has been slow to respond until the last 12-24 months, except a
fragmented logistics chains that often involve multiple subcontractors,
handful of high-profile majors. For the biggest forwarders, there now
adding to data and connectivity challenges; lack of digitalisation among
seems to be competition to be seen as the most proactive and green.
some participants in the logistics chain; reluctance to share data (eg due to trust issues in a fragmented chain); lack of integration of digital systems of the different participants in the logistics chain; and continuing instability and volatility related to the pandemic.
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The costs of doing nothing are rising
as unsatisfactory. Forwarders in other regions are under less pressure
However, the costs for freight forwarding and logistics companies
to provide solutions, although many leading companies in the US and
of doing nothing to address sustainability issues seem to be rising,
some other developed markets are also offering sustainability-related
and set to rise further in the next 12-24 months. Those costs for
services and options.
companies include: loss of competitiveness now or in the next 12-24 months; lowered attractiveness for investors; recruitment or retention
For the time being, some freight forwarding and logistics companies may
issues; lower morale among staff; failure to gain potential competitive
focus their sustainability efforts mainly in managing the environmental
advantage; loss of opportunity to communicate positive messages with
impact of their own business activities, rather than the shipments and
customers, potential customers, staff, suppliers, and investors; and
supply chains of their customers. But as new tools become available and
worsening climate change!
affordable for companies of any size to measure and offset emissions, including at an individual shipment level, most firms with at least a
Most European freight forwarding companies, and in many other
basic TMS will be able to offer these capabilities as options to their
regions around the world, are now aware of the needs to improve
customers. Some firms may delay bringing their offering to a high level
and refine their sustainability credentials, to satisfy their customers,
until mandated, probably from the second half of this decade, while more
shareholders, staff and maintain their ability to remain competitive in
proactive firms will use these capabilities as a competitive advantage.
the medium term – although the solutions offered remain somewhat inconsistent and lacking in a single standard, which some firms regard
BROADER CHALLENGE
Will Waters, contributing editor, FORWARDER magazine
Pressure from retailers
UK-based logistics sustainability consultant Kelly Hobson is concerned sustainability has become the latest buzzword for many,
Larger retailers are leading the way and that is creating a ripple effect down the supply chain,
Hobson notes.
but says “future-facing business leaders understand sustainability is an opportunity to lead, gain competitive advantage, grow market
She believes there will be an increasing need to measure carbon
share, drive operational efficiencies and retain talent”.
emissions this year, partly driven by government targets to achieve Net Zero. But
Nevertheless, Hobson acknowledges that
there is much
until legislation and incentives are introduced for
businesses, it is very difficult for them to commit to a Net Zero target.
confusion within the business world currently in understanding what sustainability actually looks like. Many focus on climate
Initially, for companies new to sustainability matters, their
change and specifically carbon footprint; however, there is more
sustainability effort will involve establishing their ‘carbon baseline’,
to consider across environmental and societal impact, including
followed by developing plans and options for improvements that are
recognising internal initiatives such as supplier assessments and
aligned to science-based targets. She highlights simple ways already
waste management.
to generate approximate greenhouse gas emissions calculations for shipments, such as using the UK government’s website and inputting
Whether companies are engaging at the moment often depends on
weight, vessel and distance information. But she says the important
their size and intent to embrace change, she confirms. And it may
part is what a business does with that information. And the most
also depend what sectors they serve.
important action for all businesses to take is to understand and implement programmes that reduce their energy consumption.
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BREXIT BRIEFING
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BRITISH FOOD RETAILER BRITISH CORNER SHOP OPENS
NEW EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTION CENTRE IN THE NETHERLANDS
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nline grocery store British Corner Shop has announced the
With the new supply chain in place, British Corner Shop will enhance
opening of a new warehouse in Wijchen, The Netherlands
the proposition for their European customers. Plans include expansion
on Monday the 11th of April. This warehouse is the first of
of the brands and products on offer, increasing their range to over 5,000
its kind for the Bristol-based business, with a full dedication to exporting
of the best loved British products. This will also involve expanding the
British Corner shop products.
Marks & Spencer product range, including chilled, fresh and bakery, and adding new categories including alcohol and organic ranges.
The new distribution centre doubles the size of the company’s previous warehouse, allowing them to stock more of their extensive selection of
For British Corner Shop our customer base in Europe has, and
produce. It has also enabled them to hire their own employees, which
continues to be, of great importance to us. Brexit changed the way we
ensures a higher quality of packing and stocking management, improving
serve our customers, adding complexity in both the physical movement
communication, and allowing greater oversight over orders.
of goods and compliance in terms of the cross-border trade between the UK and Europe. With our new integrated, warehousing and supply chain
The export industry has been massively impacted by Brexit, with British
operations based in the Netherlands, we have welcomed our first cohort
Corner Shop seeing a drop of 40% in turnover in the European market.
of local employees and are dispatching orders for next day delivery
This move to a fully dedicated European warehouse allows them to
across Europe successfully. The initial customer feedback has been
return to giving their customers uncompromised service, free of supply
extremely positive. We feel positive that the challenges brought about
chain and cross border compliance delays.
by Brexit are behind us, and that we are moving forward now in way that is significantly better than before for our European customers.
The retailer, which currently has 2,000 products from Britain’s most
Jon Farrar, Head of Marketing, British Corner Shop
loved brands available to EU destinations, stocks many items not currently accessible to other supermarkets across Europe. Delays and ambiguities caused by the new Brexit laws saw a decrease in orders, and the company hope their new presence in Europe itself will help them to again meet the demands for British Products in the expat community.
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BREXIT BRIEFING EXPERTS
W
hen the UK voted to leave the European Union in 2016,
Germany responded to this change in trading relationships with the UK
it saw economic repercussions almost instantly. As the
by looking to trading partners within the EU and further afield. There
results from around the UK flooded in, the value of the
was a rise of 16.8% in exports from Germany to other EU countries
pound suffered its biggest single-day slump in 31 years. This meant it
and a 20.8% increase in exports to China. Overall, there was a wave of
was down over 7% against the Euro.
goods imports into Germany that resulted in a 17.1% rise to €1.2 trillion in 2021. Turning to neighbouring countries for things like car parts and
The result of the referendum has greatly impacted the relationship between
stainless steel enclosures helped to maintain their aerospace industry.
the UK and countries within the European Union. One of the countries that has seen the greatest change in their UK relationship is Germany.
Tourism & education When the Brexit plan was initiated on 31st January 2020, the UK
In this article, we’ll explore how Brexit has affected Germany.
surrendered its involvement in the freedom of movement within the EU. This means that UK citizens travelling into Germany don’t require a
Trade
visa so long as their stay isn’t longer than 90 days, and within that time,
One of the biggest hits Germany has taken as a result of Brexit has been
they don’t have access to economic activity such as getting a job. This
the change in trading. Prior to the Brexit vote, the trading relationship
could discourage British citizens from taking opportunities to work and
between Germany and the UK was very strong. In 2015, German
live in Germany and vice versa.
exports into the UK were operating at over €89 billion in 2015 but fell under €79 billion in 2019.
With the events of the last few years and the changes to travel for British citizens, the tourist arrivals in Germany have taken a huge hit.
Imports of products and goods from the UK also suffered thanks to
Between 2019 and 2022, the intake of tourists into the country has
the additional costs and rules of EU-UK trading. Destatis, Germany’s
decreased by well over half. The impact of COVID can obviously be
statistical office, reported that imports dropped to €32 billion in 2021.
seen in these results but the uncertainty surrounding travel as a result
This is an overall drop of 8.5% from the previous year and saw the UK
of Brexit can’t be understated.
lose its status as one of the top five largest trade partners for Germany. The London School of Economics has predicted that trade with EU countries could decrease by around a third over the next 10 years.
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One group this has a particular impact on is young people. Having the
The overall effects of Brexit didn’t just echo throughout the UK. The
option for free movement and the opportunity to work and live in a
stark impact it had on countries throughout the EU can’t be understated,
different country and immerse yourself in the local culture helps in
particularly in Germany. Trade and travel have taken a huge hit from the
finding yourself. This was made even more difficult when the UK then
change, losing a lot of revenue from these streams. With the UK leaving
made the decision to withdraw from the Erasmus+ scheme. This offered
the EU, a lot of responsibility in terms of the Union’s budget has fallen
grants to help fund international studying for those who wouldn’t be
to Germany as the next largest contributor. Combining an increase
able to afford it otherwise.
in responsibilities budget-wise alongside maintaining the country’s individual economy has meant a reduction in their expected growth.
The economics of Brexit
However, with neighbouring European countries and China upping their
Britain’s exit from the European Union has a huge economic impact on
trading with Germany, we’ve seen an impressive turnover which leaves
the remaining countries. An analysis by the European Commission in
us positive and hopeful for a prosperous future.
2021 estimated that as a result of this event, Germany could be set to lose €35 billion.
Stewart Beer, Site Manager at Electrix International
While part of the EU, the UK was the second-largest contributor to the
Sources
EU’s budget. In the last full year as part of it, the UK contributed a gross
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of around £18.9 billion to the EU before being rebated £4.5 billion. As a result, the expectation falls on the remaining countries to pick up the pieces, and that task falls to Germany as the next largest contributor, with a reported €28 billion given to the budget in 2020. Combining Brexit with the impact of other world events from the past few years has seen the German government act. The council of economic advisers brought their forecast for economic growth for 2022 from 4.6% down to 1.8%. This is to account for the increase in natural gas and oil prices, as well as the already delayed
ECHOES THROUGHOUT EUROPE
supply chains struggling further. However, they do expect the country’s GDP to see an increase of 3.6% in 2023.
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TOWER COLD CHAIN WINS
QUEEN’S AWARD FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE
P
harmaceutical temperature-controlled specialist Tower Cold Chain has been honoured with a Queen’s Award for Enterprise, the UK’s highest accolade for business success.
The company won its award for International Trade for Outstanding Short Term Growth in export sales made over the last three years. Tower has been recognised for its robust, reliable, reusable thermal containers, that transport temperature sensitive pharmaceutical, lifescience and biotech products. In the last 18 months overseas sales and the proportion of total sales exporting have increased significantly. The company has seen particular success in the United States, Germany,
The company has continued to invest to drive its growth strategy,
Belgium, South Africa and China, coinciding with its ongoing expansion
with UK staff numbers doubling over the last three years. As well as
of its global hub networks to maximise proximity and availability to
its global hub expansion, Tower also opened its new 26,000 sq ft UK
Tower customers in all regions.
headquarters and centre of excellence in Theale, Reading, including the addition of an Innovation Centre to enhance its design and laboratory
We are tremendously proud to receive the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade, which is a tribute to the expertise and
testing capabilities in the development of the latest temperaturecontrolled solutions.
hard work of the entire Tower team. Recognising our international growth shows how we are focused on meeting our customers’ global supply chain
Niall Balfour added;
needs and will continue to invest and collaborate to deliver this.
cold-chain shipping facility of choice worldwide. Winning the prestigious
It is our vision to become the number-one
Niall Balfour, CEO, Tower Cold Chain
Queen’s Award recognises this journey, acknowledges our customers’ trust, and above all marks the tremendous efforts of all our team at
Tower has recently played a key role in ensuring the critical delivery of
Tower. I would like to thank and congratulate every one of them for
Covid-19 vaccines throughout the pandemic. In addition, the launch of
their contribution– this award is a real testament to their support and
both the KTM42D for ultra-cold temperature critical pharmaceuticals,
our continued international growth.
and the KTEvolution, a lightweight, manually handleable solution ideal for smaller shipments such as direct-to-patient and last-mile deliveries
Now in their 56th year, the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the most
have helped to meet the latest cold-chain needs.
prestigious business awards in the UK, with winning businesses able to use the esteemed Queen’s Awards emblem for the next five years. The Awards recognise British businesses who excel in specific areas, including international trade, innovation and sustainable development. FORWARDER magazine
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SHANGHAI LOCKDOWN EASING
MAY CAUSE SURGE IN FREIGHT FLOWS As Covid-19 lockdown measures in Shanghai are relaxed this month, some freight sources anticipate a surge of pent-up cargo and a possible early peak season for the container shipping sector, plus some conversion to air freight
C
ovid-19 lockdown measures in Shanghai seem set to be significantly relaxed this month, with some freight sources anticipating the
The port is basically bursting with containers, and if not cleared
reopening of the key Chinese manufacturing and export city
or substantially reduced, there may be little room for export loading
may lead to a surge of pent-up cargo and a possible early peak season
movements to occur as smoothly as they normally do, which in turn
for the container shipping sector, plus some conversion to air freight.
could pile on the pressure at Shanghai Pudong (PVG) airport. This could contribute to already elevated air freight rates, which have remained
Although Shanghai’s ports have mostly remained open during the two-
elevated due to the lack of capacity that followed airspace restrictions
month Covid-19 lockdown in the key Chinese city, freight flows and
and the Shanghai lockdown. Shanghai is loosening lockdown restrictions
capacity has been significantly impacting and the availability of goods as
now, with the normal manufacturing and logistics environment likely
manufacturing and warehouses close and trucking availability has been
to return in June and when it happens, we expect to see a surge in
significantly disrupted, freight sources report.
air freight volumes as shippers expedite products, that are needed on shelves the UK, Europe and the US.
Freight forwarder Metro Shipping is among those highlighting that as Covid-19 lockdown measures are gradually relaxed in Shanghai, it is
Evidence of an early ocean peak season
uncertain how quickly export sea freight volumes will rebound. It notes
Alan Murphy, CEO of container shipping consultants Sea-Intelligence,
that some experts are anticipating
said there was 'some evidence' that the sea freight sector is headed
a strong and sustained spike in
demand creating a backlog of shipping containers, which could once again
towards an early peak season.
result in ocean shipments diverting and putting pressure on air freight, which is already operating with reduced capacity.
He observed,
Everyone is extremely focused on the balancing act:
demand dropping due to the Chinese lockdown and the resultant blank Metro noted:
While some believe that factories will recommence
sailings, but then also the injection of new services over the past 12
manufacturing steadily over the coming months and ocean container
months, combined with what will happen with deployed capacity
shipping will resume the seasonal ups and downs we’ve been accustomed to
during peak season. Adding complexity to this is the port congestion
before COVID-19, others point to the tremendous amount of cargo that is
and congestion-induced delays, as well as fear over the union contract
already awaiting shipment – estimated at 260,000 TEU.
Combined with
negotiations with the ILWU in the US, which makes an early peak season
can only result in a surge of pressure on container
all the more likely for importers – i.e. importers starting early and getting
pent-up demand, that
movements from the region,
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a head-start to avoid getting crowded out with delays in Q3.
Murphy said that looking at the capacity announcements from ocean
The first scenario is that the expected Shanghai reopening
carriers,
we do see evidence of it, especially on the Transpacific.
lead to a minor surge of cargo, while the continuing two-month delay
may well
There is a sharp increase in offered capacity in the coming 12 weeks
of the supply chain compared to pre-pandemic conditions is likely to
(weeks 20-31), with week 22 seemingly the magic number in terms
prompt an early start to peak season. As a result, these factors point to
of an increase. We see offered capacity increasing from 535,200
a near-term scenario of capacity shortages and rapidly rising spot rates –
TEU in week 20 to 646,500 TEU in week 22. Capacity is slated to
not unlike what we saw in 2021. However, there is an opposing scenario
stay at that level all the way to week 31. Asia-North America West
that has grown in likelihood over the past month. The continuing high
Coast will see weekly capacity grow by a little over 10% in each of
levels of inflation and surging energy prices are reducing the consumers’
the upcoming 12 weeks when annualised over the respective weeks
ability to purchase goods. Add to this a consumer sentiment, which is
in 2019. This is a consistent level of growth in line with the growth
on one hand influenced by concern for the future driven by the Russia/
seen during the peak season in 2021. On Asia-North America East
Ukraine war, as well as a gradual shift away from goods and onto services
Coast, capacity growth when annualised over 2019 is slated to be
in a reversal back to pre-pandemic normality, then the scene is set for
11%-17% in the upcoming 12 weeks. On Asia-Europe however, the
a sudden reduction in consumer sales. Should such a reduction happen,
increase in offered capacity in week 22 brings offered capacity in
this (may) lead to a situation where inventories are already at record
line with the peak season in 2021, with another increase in week 29
highs as the supply chain is two months longer than usual, making it
bringing the weekly offered capacity over the 500,000 TEU mark,
challenging for the importers to respond in a timely fashion. The most
higher than in any week in the 2019-2022 period.
likely outcome of this scenario will be a sudden inventory overshoot and swift reduction of orders for new goods, causing container demand
Two possible scenarios
out of Asia to plummet.
Lars Jensen, CEO of industry consultant Vespucci Maritime, said the container shipping market
is faced with two very different scenarios,
and current fundamental market data does not provide a clear guidance
Will Waters, contributing editor, FORWARDER magazine
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WIDER PROBLEMS ON THE GROUND 4 MAY 2022
SLOW AIR CARGO’S COVID RECOVERY FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE MONTH
A
ll the factors which curtailed the growth recovery of the
said Niall van de Wouw, founder of CLIVE and now Chief Airfreight
general air cargo market in March continued to impact
Officer at Xeneta, the leading ocean and air freight rate benchmarking,
the industry in April with volumes at -8% year-over-year.
market analytics platform and container shipping index.
Airfreight rates remained elevated despite the addition of new capacity, as airlines launched their summer schedules, according to the latest
Shortages of goods in stores or available online, longer lead times for
weekly market analysis by CLIVE Data Services, part of Xeneta.
some products, higher shipping costs, and flight delays and cancellations are all consequences of these market conditions, he added. The hike
The conflict in Ukraine, measures in China to prevent the spread of Covid
in living costs and lower disposable incomes for consumers are other
and the high cost of living all contributed to the fall in demand, which is also
undoubted contributors to the slowdown in volumes. He highlighted
likely exacerbated by the staff shortages jolting airport handling services
the ‘changing of the tide across the Atlantic’. The dynamic loadfactor
and manufacturing production. Volumes in April were -5% compared to the
from Europe to North America averaged 70% in April 2022, a drop
same month of 2019, before the pandemic took hold. The overall reduction
of 12% points in just one month, and the first time in two years it has
in CLIVE’s dynamic load factor in April 2022 – based on both weight and
fallen below 80%, according to CLIVE’s data analysis. This was caused
volume perspectives of cargo flown and capacity available to produce a true
by a big jump in North Atlantic passenger capacity as airlines stepped
indicator of airline performance – of 9% pts to 62% partly reflected the
up their summer schedules. It is also expected to
1% year-on-year increase in capacity. The exceptionally high load factor of
heat out of the demand/supply market,
71% in April 2021 was another factor. The dynamic load factor recorded in
to a downward pressure on rates.
take some of the
he said, and potentially lead
April was on a par with the pre-Covid figure for April 2019, based on 13% less cargo capacity in the market versus three years ago.
During the last week of March, capacity increased by 15% compared to the previous week. This significant increase in space reinforces our
Lower volumes last month, however, did not lead to cheaper overall
previously stated forecast that the North Atlantic market will most
airfreight rates. The +141% rise seen in March 2022 versus the 2019
likely be the first to return to some kind of normal, because of the high
level increased further in April 2022 to +145%. This was +26% above
share of belly capacity on this lane. In terms of the dynamic load factor,
the average for April of last year.
we are seeing this shift starting to happen as we move from a Seller’s market to a Buyer’s market for air cargo. However, the issues on the
The rationale behind lower load factors and higher rates is the
ground might delay the Buyer’s market a bit longer,
he added.
bottleneck on the ground – which appears to be being caused now by not only the shortages of people handling cargo at airports around
The Spot rates from Europe to North America remained relatively
the world and the severe lack of truck drivers to move the goods,
unchanged. The Spot share - the amount of weight being sold against a
but also by a wider shortage of people for lower paid logistics jobs.
short-term rate – decreased however by close to 5% points to 44% from
We are now seeing this larger theme impacting the entire supply chain,
49% in March, again potentially indicating a softening of the market.
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eneral air cargo market volumes fell -8% year-over-year in
North Atlantic air cargo data in May 2022, he added, may provide a test
May, comparable to April, as the aviation industry’s stuttering
case for the direction of other markets once they also return to their
recovery was compounded again by macroeconomic events
pre-Covid levels. The Europe to North America market has
changed
which show no sign of abating, according to industry analysts CLIVE
profoundly in the last 8 weeks from load factors of 82% in March to 64% in
Data Services, part of Xeneta. The latest weekly market data also
May. May’s dynamic load factor was also 22% pts lower than in May 2021,
provided a glimpse of how major air cargo markets may perform in a
while, in March, load factor on this lane was -7% pts lower. So, this is not
post-Covid world.
just seasonality, it is the capacity coming back into this market. In March it was +44% higher than in 2021 and in May around +82%. This is a big
May 2022 data shows air cargo demand -8% lower than in May 2019.
swing, and it emphasises the jump in the cubic capacity on these routes.
Available capacity in the month of May was +4% higher versus the same month of last year but still at -12% compared to May 2019. Lower
Airfreight rates have continued to drop since the return of more
demand and increased capacity in this latest reporting period also led
passenger flights and the introduction of airline’s summer schedules.
to a 9% pts drop in CLIVE’s ‘dynamic load factor’ last month versus May
In the last week of May 2022, rates from Europe to North America
2021, which resulted in a global load factor in May 2022 of 60%.
showed negative year-over-year growth for the first time in two years.
These factors contributed to a further slowing down of airfreight rates
The Atlantic market is interesting to follow to see how rates shift in
increases. Rates in May 2022 were +16% vs 2021 and +134% vs 2019. In April
the coming months, as it might be a bellwether on how other markets
2022, corresponding figures stood at +26% vs 2021 and +145% vs 2019.
will develop when the capacity of passenger flights returns to it former level and beyond. We sense an anticipation of a slower summer market,
Air cargo market performance in May remained impacted by the
followed by hope for growth in Q3 as is traditionally the case, but the
continuing war in Ukraine, the ‘cost of living crisis’ causing consumers
market does not look great right now. There are more clouds on the
to watch their spend more carefully, stock market declines, higher
horizon than there were two months ago,
van de Wouw said.
interest rates, Covid-related restrictions in China, and more warnings of global recession. May’s market data showed, once again, how
One light on the horizon for air cargo volumes might stem from the
susceptible air cargo is to macroeconomic events, said Niall van de
outcome of the current labour negotiations at US west coast ports
Wouw, founder of CLIVE and now Chief Airfreight Officer at Xeneta,
and any potential future disruption to the ocean market across the
the leading ocean and air freight rate benchmarking, market analytics
Pacific, which he describes as
platform and container shipping index.
that has nothing to do with airfreight that could still have a profound
another example of an external event
impact on the market.
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AIR CARGO GROWTH CONTINUES IN FEBRUARY 6 APRIL 2022
...UP 2.9%
T
he International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data
Several factors in the operating environment should be noted:
for global air cargo markets showing that demand increased in February despite a challenging operating backdrop.
• General consumer price inflation for the G7 countries was at 6.3% year-on-year in February 2022, the highest since late 1982. While
Several factors benefitted air cargo in February compared to January.
inflation normally curtails purchasing power this is balanced against
On the demand side, manufacturing activity ramped-up quickly after
higher savings levels coming out of the pandemic.
the early February Lunar New Year holiday. Capacity was positively influenced by the general and progressive relaxation of COVID-19 travel
• The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) indicator tracking global
restrictions, reduced flight cancellations due to Omicron-related factors
new export orders fell to 48.2 in March. This was the lowest since
(outside of Asia), and fewer winter weather operational disruptions.
July 2020 indicating that a majority of surveyed businesses reported a fall in new export orders.
Note: We are returning to year-on-year traffic comparisons, instead of comparisons with the 2019 period, unless otherwise noted.
• The zero-COVID policy in mainland China and Hong Kong
Cargo demand is tracking above pre-COVID-19 levels, although capacity
continues to create supply chain disruptions as a result of
is still constrained.
flight cancellations due to labor shortages, and because many manufacturers cannot operate normally.
• Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), was up 2.9% compared to February 2021 (2.5% for international operations).
The impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine had limited effect globally on February’s performance as it occurred very near the end of the month.
• Adjusting the comparison for the impact of the Lunar New Year
The negative impacts of war and related sanctions (particularly higher
(which can cause volatility in reporting) by averaging January’s
energy costs and reduced trade) will become more visible from March.
and February’s performance, demand increased 2.7% year-onyear. While cargo volumes continued to rise, the growth rate decelerated from the 8.7% year-on-year expansion in December.
Demand for air cargo continued to expand despite growing challenges in the trading environment. That is not likely to be the case in March as the economic consequences of the war in Ukraine take
• Capacity was 12.5% above February 2021 (8.9% for international
hold. Sanction-related shifts in manufacturing and economic activity,
operations). While this is in positive territory, compared to
rising oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty will take their toll on air
pre-COVID-19 levels capacity remains constrained, 5.6% below
cargo’s performance.
February 2019 levels.
Willie Walsh, Director General, IATA
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surveyed businesses reported a fall in new export orders. The zero-COVID policy in mainland China and Hong Kong continues to create supply chain disruptions as a result of flight cancellations due to labor shortages, and because many manufacturers cannot operate normally. The impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine had limited effect globally on February’s performance as it occurred very near the end of the month. The negative impacts of war and related sanctions (particularly higher energy costs and reduced trade) will become more visible from March. “Demand for air cargo continued to expand despite growing challenges in the trading environment. That is not likely to be the case in March as the economic consequences of the war in Ukraine take hold. Sanction-related shifts in manufacturing and economic activity, rising oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty will take their toll on air cargo’s performance,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General. February 2022 (% year-on-year)
World share1
CTK
ACTK
CLF (%-pt)2
CLF (level)3
European carriers saw a 2.2% increase in cargo volumes in
Total Market
100.0%
2.9%
12.5%
-4.9%
53.2%
February 2022 compared to the same month in 2021. This was
Africa
1.9%
4.6%
8.2%
-1.7%
50.2%
Asia Pacific
32.4%
3.0%
15.5%
-7.1%
59.2%
Europe
22.9%
2.2%
10.0%
-4.8%
63.6%
Latin America
2.2%
21.2%
18.9%
0.9%
47.6%
Seasonally adjusted demand on the Asia-Europe route, one of the
Middle East
13.4%
-5.3%
7.2%
-7.0%
52.9%
North America
27.2%
6.1%
13.4%
-3.0%
42.9%
most affected by the conflict decreased by 2.0% month on month.
1 % of industry CTKs in 2021 2 Change in load factor
3 Load factor level
February Regional Performance February Regional Performance Asia-Pacific airlines saw their air cargo volumes increase 3.0% in February 2022 compared Asia-Pacific airlines saw their air cargo volumes increase 3.0% in to the same month in 2021. Available capacity in the region was up 15.5% compared to February 2021, however it remains heavily constrained compared to pre-COVID-19 levels, February 2022 compared to the same month in 2021. Available capacity down 14.6% compared to February 2019. The zero-COVID policy in mainland China and Hong Kong is impacting performance.
slower than the previous month (6.4%), partially attributable to the war in Ukraine which started at the end of the month.
Capacity was up 10.0% in February 2022 compared to February 2021, and down 11.1% compared to pre-crisis levels (2019). Middle Eastern carriers experienced a 5.3% year-on-year decrease in cargo volumes in February. This was the weakest performance of all regions, which was owing to a deterioration
in the region was up 15.5% compared to February 2021, however it
in traffic on several key routes such as Middle East-Asia, and
North American carriers posted a 6.1% increase in cargo volumes in February 2022 remains heavily constrained compared to pre-COVID-19 levels, down compared to February 2021. The ramp up of manufacturing activity in China following the end of the Lunar New Year resulted in growth in the Asia–North America market, with seasonally 14.6%adjusted compared to February 2019. The zero-COVID policy in mainland volumes rising by 4.3% in February. Capacity was up 13.4% compared to February
Middle East-North America. Looking forward, there are signs of
China and Hong Kong is impacting performance.
improvement as data indicate that the region is likely to benefit from traffic being redirected to avoid flying over Russia. Capacity was up 7.2% compared to February 2021.
North American carriers posted a 6.1% increase in cargo volumes in February 2022 compared to February 2021. The ramp up of
Latin American carriers reported an increase of 21.2% in cargo
manufacturing activity in China following the end of the Lunar New Year
volumes in February 2022 compared to the 2021 period. This
resulted in growth in the Asia–North America market, with seasonally
was the strongest performance of all regions. Some of the largest
adjusted volumes rising by 4.3% in February. Capacity was up 13.4%
airlines in the region are benefitting from the end of bankruptcy
compared to February 2021.
procedures. Capacity in February was up 18.9% compared to the same month in 2021. African airlines saw cargo volumes increase by 4.6% in February 2022 compared to February 2021. Capacity was 8.2% above February 2021 levels.
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2022 VS 2021: 26 APRIL 2022
WEIGHT Q1 WAS FLAT, MARCH AT -3% & FIRST HALF OF APRIL AT -6%
T
o put the air cargo industry’s performance in 2022 in
When we further look at March on a country level, we observe that for
perspective, we have looked at the worldwide development
74 of the 155 countries for which WorldACD publishes individual data,
of chargeable weight in the last 10 years. As shown in the chart
we find negative outbound growth. That means there were still more
below, in the period from 2012 to 2018 the Year-on-Year (YoY) growth
countries with positive volume growth. See world map below.
for chargeable weight was a single digit positive percentage for each of the years, with an average annual growth of +4%. The YoY change in
Our figures for Eastern Europe show that YoY air cargo imports stood at
2019 was -4%, followed by -14% in the first covid year 2020. In 2021,
-38%, and air cargo exports at -15% in March 2022. From the worldwide
the worldwide air cargo business bounced back with a +19% increase,
region-to-region markets, Europe to/ from Asia Pacific was hit hardest
bringing 2021 above the 2019, but below the 2018 level.
in March, as one would expect given the developments on both ends of this market: weight was down -20% eastbound and -29% westbound The Americas did best in March 2022 and Q1 2022. Both North America and Central & South America have seen high single digit growth figures, for outbound as well as inbound air cargo volumes in this period. In terms of product categories, we see quite some differences in performance in Q1 2022. Live Animals, Vulnerables/High-Tech and Perishables contracted, whereas Pharma, Dangerous Goods, Express and Valuables increased. The latter three categories had even seen double digit growth compared with Q1 2021.
With the first 2 months of 2022 being +2% above 2019 and also 2% above 2021, there were high hopes for a gradual increase of air cargo
The average worldwide USD yield/rate in Q1 2022 was 29% higher
business in 2022, but the world changed with Russia’s invasion of the
compared with the same quarter a year earlier. In Jan, Feb and Mar 2022,
Ukraine. Our database shows a worldwide YoY weight change of -3% for
the YoY yield/rate changes were up +37%, +23% and +28% respectively
March 2022 compared with March 2021. The lockdown in China also had
(measured in USD/kg). Looking at our latest figures, for the first half
a big impact with -13% on outbound air cargo and -23% on inbound air
of April, we do not see a change from the trends in March: yields have
cargo business for China. However, we should point out that business
steadily increased week-on-week, and chargeable weight has dropped
from China South East (incl. Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Xiamen) was up
with -7% in the last two weeks (Mon 4 Apr - Sun 17 Apr) compared
+18%, compared with -29% from China East (incl. Shanghai).
with the preceding two weeks (Mon 21 Mar - Sun 3 Apr) and with -6% compared with 2021. WorldACD
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Kales will perform all cargo sales, administrative and
Steve Hughes, Managing Director for Wexco UK, which is a fully owned
operational activities, making it the de facto cargo
subsidiary of Kales Group, has been nominated as the project director
department of the new long-haul transatlantic airline
for Norse. He said:
A
We are convinced that with our extensive
knowledge and network we will make this a great joint success. fter what it called an extensive and thorough selection
The network of destinations of Norse will be a welcome addition to our
procedure, new transatlantic airline Norse Atlantic Airways
current portfolio. We are very happy to have selected the Kales Group
has selected Kales Group as its global partner for the ‘Total
as our TCM partner. Cargo is an important part of the Norse Atlantic
Cargo Management’ (TCM) of its air cargo business.
Airways business model and we intend to focus on opportunities within this sector as we continue to grow our international route network.
Under the TCM agreement, Norse will outsource all cargo related
Andrew Hodges, Chief Commercial Officer, Norse Atlantic Airways
activities to Kales with immediate effect. Kales will perform all sales, administrative and operational activities,
including using its state of
Norse Atlantic Airways, launched in March 2021, is a new long-haul airline
the art booking systems, making it the de facto cargo department of
that offers 'affordable fares on transatlantic routes.' Headquartered in
Norse,
Arendal, Norway, Norse Atlantic Airways holds a Norwegian AOC (air
Kales said.
operator’s certificate) and
will serve the intercontinental market
Norse Atlantic initially will operate between Europe and the USA,
with modern, fuel-efficient, and environmentally friendly Boeing 787
with Kales Group partnering with HAE Group – which will handle all
Dreamliners.
activities from the USA.
Florida, Paris, London and Oslo. We are very pleased and honoured to be awarded this TCM
Among other destinations, it will serve New York,
The first commercial flight will operate between Oslo and New York JFK on 14 June 2022.
contract for Norse Atlantic Airways. It is an honour to be able to set up
Kales group is a leading cargo and passenger general sales and services agent
the whole cargo department from
(GSSA) with 36 offices in 26 countries in Europe, Asia and the Americas.
scratch. We are thrilled to be part of the start of such a promising airline as Norse and we look forward to contribute to their future growth and success. Sebastiaan Scholte, CEO, Kales Group
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WILHELMSEN STRENGTHENS POSITION OF
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EX-MIDDLE EAST TO EAST & WEST AFRICA
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ogistics handlers at Wilhelmsen (UAE) completed delivery of cargo in February and March 2022 from the Middle East to ports in East & West Africa. The total volume of cargo in
February measured 5,500m3 and rose to 6,500m3 in March. The main shipments, managed via RoRo services, included... • Cars & SUVs • High & Heavy Units • Static Units Wilhelmsen covered services of export customs clearance and port documentation on a case-by-case basis. They also coordinated the receiving & loading efforts alongside port/ vessel operations, as well as sea freight on a port-to-port basis.
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WHAT BOTTLENECKS AT SEA MEAN 11 APRIL 2022
FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EFFORTS AT HOME The disrupted supply chain is undoubtedly frustrating
A prevailing reason for this is the growth of hotelling – a by-product of
for customers awaiting goods, however, congestion at
labour disruptions, poor infrastructural or equipment capacity, or rising
global container ports is also having a catastrophic effect
demand for imports – where ships held at anchorage or berth continue
on the marine environment
to consume fuel while waiting for cargo to be loaded or unloaded.
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There is no option to switch off their engines: container vessels must
etween January 2020 and August 2021, the transit time to ship
continue to burn diesel in order to ensure the safety of the vehicle and
goods from China to Los Angeles doubled to 62 days. The
crew, and – importantly – maintain the temperature and condition of
port at Los Angeles and its neighbour at Long Beach account
perishable cargo.
for 40% of all imported US consumer goods: however, rising demand has left the ports ill-equipped to respond to the 10.6 million Twenty-
Inevitably, the ensuing pollution comes at the expense of marine and
Foot Equivalent (TEU) shipping containers which moved through the
human life. In the short term, it is associated with increased rates of heart
ports in 2021. This situation is not exclusive to the US. In Singapore,
and lung disease amongst the inhabitants of port cities, increased risk
the average anchoring time has risen is 23 hours; in Rotterdam, it has
of cancer due to higher levels of particulate emissions, and premature
risen to 1 day and 22 hours; in Qinhuangdao and Huanghua, anchoring
mortality. Additionally, it increases the risk of water pollution and bio-
time exceeds three days.
fouling, which endangers marine life. In the not-so-long-term, this could also lead to permanent environmental damage and hamper efforts to
While ports are remedying stockpiles and grapple with reduced
cut embodied carbon in the global macro economy.
workforces caused by the coronavirus pandemic, this will continue authorities. However, the effect of port congestion on our oceanic and
Shipping the most environmental method of long-distance transportation
atmospheric ecosystems is comparatively catastrophic. According to a
However, shipping is by far the most environmentally sustainable mode
report from NTU, emissions at the port in LA doubled during the early
of travel for our goods. When compared to bulk carriers, trucks emit
stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, while Long Beach faced an increase
over ten times the amount of greenhouse gases per mile; with air
of almost two thirds. Even worse increases were seen in Singapore,
freight, this increases to 55 times the amount of greenhouse gases
where pollution increased by 123%; more modest increases, exceeding
per mile. This ratio more than doubles when compared with Very
a quarter, were observed in Hamburg.
Large Container Ships (VLCS). However, because 90% of traded goods
to bear a frustrating burden on consumers, trade partners and port
travel by sea, sea freight accounts for almost 3% of global greenhouse emissions. As a critical, not to mention environmentally strategic, part of our supply chains, improving the logistical efficiency of shipping should therefore be prioritised.
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Solving the Supply Chain The immediate solution is to remove inefficiencies through a more
Easing port congestion may require a new paradigm, long term
strategic approach to transport. Data, analytics and predictive services
When all is said and done, reducing environmental degradation and
are vital: smarter, integrated supply chains shift away from the siloed,
the health burdens to coastal communities requires a more rigorous,
inefficient systems which cause, for example, the mis-distribution of
systematic re-evaluation of how our supply-chains are designed. Sudden
shipping containers globally. Between January 2020 and March 2021, this
influxes of demand are becoming more and more commonplace as a result
led to 188 ships bearing cargos of empty containers travelling almost
of rising global populations. At the same time, decarbonisation efforts
900,000 miles on journeys between Los Angeles and Yokohama. This,
mean that port authorities will no doubt be pushed to reconfigure their
it’s needless to say, has neither helped to ease traffic along the coast
current structures in order to ease or eliminate congestion completely.
nor port congestion. Of course, the current state of geopolitics and the apparently one-way Smart supply chains are nothing new: the idea of environmentally-and-
traffic of global logistics may suggest the supply chain needs a thorough
socially-conscious supply chains were talked about at least as far back as
reorganisation and a new paradigm. For example, onshoring production
2013. Furthermore, data collected from instrumented ships, containers
– cutting trade by increasing domestic production in high-demand
and ports is already available, though end-users are yet to gain access.
industries – is already becoming a strong area of research, it should be
This makes things exceptionally difficult for shipping companies and
cautiously assessed, due to its reliance on geopolitical and pre-existing
freight forwarders, who have limited knowledge on where blockages
economic factors. In the mid-term, shorter, regionalised value chains
are, including their causes, and so can’t easily reroute ships. Offering
offer excellent prospects for cutting the overall mileage of goods while
access to data incorporated into the dashboards that are in regular use
still supporting competitive advantage between countries.
would better equip them to plan their supply chains accordingly. In the meantime, data-driven planning can help shipments to be routed The latest data feeds, e.g., Port Congestion – a service provided by
to avoid the worst effects of port congestion, from the degradation of
Gatehouse Maritime – provide information regarding the number
marine and coastal environments to disrupted manufacturing and assembly
of ships at anchor at any container port around the globe, in real-
plants, and the disappointments of broken customer expectations.
time. Freight professionals can save time and uncertainty by accessing continuous updates on the number of vessels at anchor and at berth as
Martin Dommerby Kristiansen,
well as anchorage waiting times. Using information from all ports along
Chief Executive Officer, GateHouse Maritime
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CONTAINER XCHANGE SURVEY:
PEAK SEASON CONTAINER SHIPPING CHAOS ON THE WAY Forwarders, traders, and shippers expect more disruption
Covid lockdowns in China weigh heavily on trade
in the 2022 third-quarter peak season than in 2021. Although
58% of respondents also reported that Covid lockdowns in China had
many organised international shipments early this year,
made it 'hard to produce/ship as much product as planned', suggesting
the majority continue to rely on the spot freight market.
that cargo backlogs and unsatisfied demand are building as China’s zero-
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Covid strategy limits exports to Europe and the US.
his year’s summer peak season cargo surge will be even more chaotic for global supply chains than the 2021 peak shipping
Predicting exactly what will happen in this year’s peak season is harder
season, according to forwarders, traders and shippers surveyed
than normal because there are so many contradictory signs and intangibles.
by Container xChange, a marketplace and technology infrastructure
In terms of the supply of cargo, we’ve seen that Chinese Covid-19 lockdowns
provider for container logistics companies. The survey was positioned
have affected the availability of cargo for export to key markets in Europe
to approximately 200 players from the container logistics industry.
and North America. One big question is whether China is going to sacrifice its zero Covid-19 policy to get trade and its economy moving again. If it does,
The latest Container xChange survey titled ‘xChange Industry Pulse
then there’s every sign that we’ll see a substantial surge as backlogs of exports
Survey’ found that 51% of respondents expect the 2022 iteration of the
is shipped. If lockdown rules are relaxed soon and truckers are allowed to get
peak season to be 'worse' than last year. 26% predicted this year’s peak
back to work, then those backlogs will be arriving at the same time as peak
season would be less chaotic than in 2021, while 22% expect the level of
season orders which could cause a lot of supply chain blockages at ports in
'chaos' to be the same. The peak container shipping season traditionally
Europe and the US where congestion is already widespread. However, there
occurs in the third quarter of each year as retailers build up inventories
are very few indicators so far that President Xi is willing to compromise health
ahead of the fourth quarter holiday and shopping season. Last year,
policy to boost trade. Indeed, it might not be politically expedient for him to
cargo surges resulted in record container shipping freight rates, delivery
do so with the Communist Party National Congress set for later this year
delays, port congestion, and reliability of container shipping services.
when he is expected to be endorsed for a third term. Christian Roeloffs, co-Founder & CEO, Container xChange
In terms of container sourcing strategy in 2022 when compared to prepandemic times, 56% said they had been 'growing networks', 38% said
The container shipping demand conundrum
they had agreed to 'long-term contracts' and 25% said they had followed
The other side of this coin is demand, of course. Whether it is GDP
a 'multi-tender strategy.' 37.5% of respondents said they were ensuring
forecasts, Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) numbers, rising inflation
clients received enough inventory by 'shipping early' in 2022. 25% were
or consumer confidence, multiple metrics suggest demand could be
'using alternative shipment routes' and 18.8% were contracting long-
deflating. So that could help offset any sudden rush of cargo from
term slot agreements with carriers.
China, especially when there are also signs that consumers are spending more on services instead of products.
Elsewhere in the survey,
Surprisingly, 62.5% said they were still relying on the spot market or
top challenges identified by respondents aside from China’s ongoing
doing nothing specific to ensure shipments reach clients.
lockdowns were container availability, depots being full, inflation, the Russia/Ukraine crisis and rising prices.
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LdN and DFDS have agreed to cease the slot charter
A spokesperson for CLdN said,
we have been pleasantly surprised by
agreement to allow both parties to focus on their customers’
the rapid growth of the additional sailings recently added, but are now
needs. Going forward, CLdN will operate the full capacity of
constrained by the capacity limits. Going forwards we will be able to
the additional sailings introduced in January this year on the direct route
offer greater flexibility and growth to our Customer base, which shows
Rozenburg vv Killinghome.
to be in demand, especially for those customers wishing to benefit from the speedy, efficient turnaround of equipment and just in time deliveries,
Terminating the call at Vlaardingen will allow for a later departure
complemented by operating between terminals offering full flexibility,
from Rozenburg, answering customers' requests for just in time
without tidal or lock constraints on either side of the North Sea. We
deliveries for example refrigerated cargoes, in addition to faster
will now deploy the full capacity of two sailings per day on this route,
turnaround of equipment.
tuning the schedule to meet customers expectations.
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DFDS EXPANDS EUROPEAN FLEET
WITH FLEXIBLE TRAILER SOLUTIONS FROM KRONE
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nternational freight forwarder and multi-modal specialist DFDS
Keith further explains that the curtainsided Huckepacks – 200 included
Logistics has once again returned to Krone for a ‘significant number‘
in this latest consignment – are designed for integration with both road
of trailers as part of a major expansion of its European trailer fleet.
and rail and thereby provide an efficient transport solution while reducing
Comprising a mixture of Krone Huckepack Profi Liners, Mega Liners,
‘road miles’.
The trailers fit well with our sustainable multimodal
logistics network and help to reduce environmental impact.
Cool Liners and Box Liner container carriers, the equipment order, says DFDS, reflects the continued and growing demand for DFDS logistics
Meanwhile, for high cube automotive applications, the Krone Mega
services, while the specification of each trailer is designed to better
Liners employ a host of flexible loading features, including raise/lower
serve the needs of DFDS customers across numerous industries.
sliding roofs, moveable side posts, full width rear access and Krone’s award winning Multi Safe loading system, unique for its multiple strapping
This is all about choosing the best trailer equipment to match
points located every 10cms along each side rave.
individual customer needs. In particular, the loading flexibility of every Krone trailer enables DFDS to maximise utilisation for our customers
With logistics operations spanning virtually every European country,
while ensuring each consignment is transported and delivered with
from the tip of Scandinavia to the Mediterranean coast, DFDS Logistics
assured load security.
provides an end-to-end forwarding service utilising around 10,000
Keith Sutton, Equipment Director, DFDS
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ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 22 APRIL 2022
PALL-EX LEVELS UP FOR
ROSPA SILVER AWARD Pall-Ex has continued its drive towards excellence after achieving the RoSPA Silver Award for health and safety performance
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he Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) exists to prevent accidental injuries across all industries and sectors with a vision of creating a life free from serious injury.
Having received the Bronze Award in early 2021, Pall-Ex committed to further improving its health and safety standards last year, focussing on the eradication of forklift truck (FLT) incidents in particular. To achieve the goal of reaching Silver, a task force was created by the
Pall-Ex’s dedication to excellence spans across every area of the
palletised freight distribution network to examine accident data and
business, a value that has seen the business experience growth over
implement meaningful measures to create change across the business,
the last two years.
affecting both operational and support staff. Barry Byers, Pall-Ex Group’s UK Managing Director holds regular Kelvin Sidaway, Head of Group QHSE and Maintenance at Pall-
meetings with Kelvin to discuss the health and safety trends at Pall-Ex.
Ex spearheaded the task force and worked closely with the senior management team implement the changes that saw the business earn
Speaking about the award, Barry comments:
the Silver Award.
to achieve excellence in everything we do. Keeping our people safe
As a business, we strive
is our number one priority. We are striving to become the leading Reflecting on the achievement, Kelvin comments:
To receive the Silver
employer of choice in the industry and the Silver Award recognises that.
Award is recognition of Pall-Ex’s commitment to excellence in all areas,
I want to congratulate Kelvin and the whole team for earning this award
especially our health and safety. RoSPA sets the standard for safety in the
– many months of planning and work were needed to get to where we
UK and I am proud that everyone at Pall-Ex wants to not only meet this
are now. This is the latest sign that we are building a strong and robust
standard, but go far beyond it to keep everyone safe. We are not satisfied
business. Achieving the RoSPA Silver Award highlights to our members,
with where we are and we are already working on improving our safety
customers and employees that our processes are safe and certifiable,
management systems as we aim for Gold next year!
building even greater confidence. Pall-Ex continues to deliver sector-leading service to its shareholder members and customers alike, bolstered by this latest award.
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HIGHER YEAR-ON-YEAR ROAD FREIGHT PRICES FOR 14th STRAIGHT MONTH
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ew industry index data reveals March’s average haulage and
produced in Russia, while farmers’ costs are rocketing due to the
courier price-per-mile was up 12% year-on-year. This comes
price of gas, needed for fertiliser and heating greenhouses. Even
as the whole UK supply chain is feeling the knock-on effects
McDonald’s is not immune: the fast food giant is downsizing its
of the Ukraine invasion, with impacts on businesses and consumers.
burgers to cope with a tomato shortage.
The average price-per-mile for haulage and courier vehicles increased
At the end of the supply chain, cost of living rises have been well
from 100.6 points to 112.2 points between March 2021 and March 2022,
documented, with expenses surging for two-thirds of UK adults,
according to the TEG Road Transport Price Index. These year-on-year
according to ONS data. In addition to increasing food prices, we can
increases have now continued for 14 months due to Brexit, driver
also expect shortages on the supermarket shelves.
shortages, high fuel prices and various other factors. From February to March 2022, the price-per-mile increased by 2.6 points. This follows the
There are so many factors pushing road freight costs up right now,
pattern of previous years, with a drop between December and February,
and the war in Ukraine is adding to an already uncertain situation.
then an uptick in March. Where the picture differs from previous years
Unfortunately, there’s no end to the conflict in sight, so its knock-on
is that the 2022 figures are much higher overall.
effects will continue for some time. The cost of living won’t plummet overnight either. However, governments are pulling various levers
Prices at the pumps
to alleviate the situation and ease supply chain issues. How quickly
High fuel prices have been putting a massive strain on the road freight
we see any results is another matter, of course, and events remain
industry. To illustrate the scale of the price rises, in January 2021, the
unpredictable. One thing is for certain though, with continued inflation
oil price was around $50 per barrel – but in just over a year it has more
and high prices reflected by the index, we can expect to see another
than doubled to reach about $140 this March'
year-on-year increase in the index. Even if costs do drop, they have some way to go to reach 2021 levels and the UK supply chain needs to
The war in Ukraine and subsequent disruption to global fuel supplies
continue showing resilience.
has exacerbated the issue, necessitating a 5p per litre cut to fuel duty
Lyall Cresswell, CEO, Transport Exchange Group
in Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Spring Statement. Although smaller retailers have yet to pass the savings on, the US releasing huge reserves of oil
The TEG Road Transport Price Index went up in March: no shock
is having a more immediate effect, resulting in a short-term crude oil
there. But, although there was a different start point to previous years,
price fall. However, high prices at the pumps have already had significant
it only had its normal small seasonal rise. That small rise feels like a
impacts on both businesses and consumers.
surprise when the story for March from a logistics point of view has been diesel, diesel, diesel. The annual rate of inflation in spot road freight
Supply chain concerns
is currently running at 10-11%, so this either indicates little inflation
After a period of relative stability, the supply chain is again coming
in other key cost inputs or erosion of already small profit margins.
under serious stress, due to the war in Ukraine and rising energy
Kirsten Tisdale, Director of Logistics Consultants, Aricia Limited;
costs. Some manufacturers are facing shortages of components
Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport
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ultsteins, the Swedish and UK refrigeration systems manufacturer, are exhibiting their EcoFridge, hydraulic ‘diesel-free’ refrigeration unit and new Ecogen electric system at ITT Hub 2022. Hultsteins hydraulic drive fridge units are claimed to offer the lowest
The company presents a range of sustainable equipment solutions for
carbon and emissions footprint available for transport refrigeration.
the challenges facing cold operators: general operating costs, emission
Couple this with what the company describes as ultra-low operating
control and the recent red diesel tax rebate withdrawal. A new
and maintenance costs, excellent reliability and a long working life
Hultsteins finance package is also being introduced which will enable
and it is easy to understand why cold chain operators have relied on
operators to more easily manage costs going forward.
Hultsteins for nearly 60 years.
The concept is as simple as it is efficient says Hultsteins: Hydraulic drive
We look forward to welcoming a wide cross section of visitors
TRUs use an engine PTO-driven hydraulic pump to harness the energy
from the temperature-controlled and retail sectors, who will have the
from the truck engine and use it to drive the compressor of the fridge
opportunity to see how easily they can switch to a sustainable solution
directly. A most efficient method of using the energy because, unlike
that cuts running costs, carbon and emissions.
other systems, there is no need to convert it to electricty in order to
Graham Usher, Managing Director UK & Ireland, Hultsteins
drive the compressor. The savings offered will not only mitigate the massive diesel price increase This delivers the power to ensure 100% cooling capacity – even at idle
which came into force on April 1st, but will allow operators to reduce
speed – and applies to single or multi-temperature operation to suit
fuel consumption on their fridge operations by 70 to 90%, compared
rigid or drawbar applications.
to their current spend. Plus, as Hultsteins point out, Hultsteins’ systems virtually eradicate all the harmful emissions associated with a
Ecogen is an electric-hydraulic drive system which works in tandem
conventional diesel TRU.
with the existing diesel fridge and uses an engine PTO to generate a constant 400V at idle speed. The onboard electric generator effectively
Graham continues,
On our outside stand (C602) we will be exhibiting
transforms the existing diesel TRU into an electric fridge.
our 18 tonne multi-temperature demonstration rigid with EcoFridge and inside (1743) our newly upgraded Ecogen hydro-electric generation
This, say Hultsteins, allows operators to run their fridge unit on electric
system, which transforms any trailer fridge coupled to a tractor with a
when on the road while saving fuel, cutting emissions and reducing noise.
PTO, into an electric fridge.
Ecogen runs any marque of diesel fridge and fits to any rigid or tractor unit – providing a PTO is present on the truck engine.
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4PLINKS BECOMES THE LATEST
SHAREHOLDER MEMBER OF PALL-EX GROUP
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outhampton-based transport business 4PLinks has invested
in its future by joining both the Pall-Ex and Fortec pallet distribution networks as a shareholder member.
The move, which signifies 4PLinks’ long term commitment to Pall-Ex and Fortec’s parent company, Pall-Ex Group, will deliver a range of benefits to the south coast outfit, which has seen major success in its relatively short history. Founded in 2017, Ecommerce Supply Chain (T/A 4PLinks) has built its reputation on its specialist logistics services including General and Container Haulage, Customs Clearance, Warehousing and Amazon Fulfilment. The business prides itself on being a one-stop shop for its customers, thanks to its in-house services that ensure quality is at the heart of its operation.
We believe that the shareholder membership opportunities with Pall-Ex Group enhance service levels of every member. Being invested
By becoming shareholder members in Pall-Ex Group, 4PLinks now have
in the success of the business benefits our customers as well as all the
access to a network of more than 150 independent haulage companies,
shareholder members too. We are excited to be part of the Pall-Ex
united by their passion for quality and service excellence.
Group journey and deliver excellent service to our fellow members and customers.
This network means that 4PLinks’ customers can now send pallets across the UK and beyond quickly and cost effectively thanks to Pall-
Pall-Ex Group’s Managing Director – UK Business Units, Barry Byers,
Ex Group’s Hub-and-Spoke model.
oversees both the Fortec and Pall-Ex network and is looking forward to developing the businesses with the help of shareholder members
As part of its membership, the business will cover the SP1-6 and SP9-11
like 4PLinks.
postcodes for the two networks. Welcoming them to the two networks, Barry comments:
4PLinks are
Membership also has other benefits, as it allows 4PLinks to utilise Pall-
a really exciting business and we are very happy to have them join both
Ex Group’s award winning IT system, Nexus, and its range of sales and
of Pall-Ex Group’s UK networks. Having started only five years ago, they
marketing support services.
have Mr Wang and the team have already shown they are dedicated to providing a quality service across the board having built such a successful
Managing Director of 4PLinks, Siming Wang, explains why he believed
business. We look forward to seeing them continue with their growth
Pall-Ex Group provided the best opportunity for his business.
and the positive effect they will have on our networks.
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ROAD FREIGHT NEWS 25 APRIL 2022
BOLLORÉ TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS CÔTE D’IVOIRE
TO OPEN NEW 2 9,000m LOGISTICS BASE
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n September 2022, Bolloré Transport & Logistics Cote d’Ivoire
Further developments are planned within this new platform to facilitate
will inaugurate a modern logistics base with a total area of 9,000
packaging of pharmaceutical products and provide value-added storage
m2, in the airport area of Abidjan. Designed to strengthen its offer
for all types of freight, including perishable goods destined for the
of services linked to the import and export of goods by air, this new
Ivorian market or European countries. These services will be provided
infrastructure will have required 18 months of work and an investment
by the conventional freight and express transport teams located close
of 3.4 billion CFA francs.
to the operating sites.
Connected to the international airport and the city of Abidjan, the
This investment is part of the structuring projects to which we have
logistics hub will include a 7,500 m2 operating area and 1,500 m2 of
been committed for several years, aiming at modernising the logistics
office space. It will also contain a 3,500 m2 warehouse with modern
infrastructure in Côte d'Ivoire. Two years on from the inauguration
equipment such as a weighbridge, a dock leveller, a palletisation system
of Aérohub, we are preparing to bring a modern infrastructure into
and a cold room.
operation that will enable us to meet the growing needs of our customers and to strengthen our role as a regional logistics hub. Joël Hounsinou, Managing Director, Bolloré Transport & Logistics Côte d’Ivoire.
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RAIL FREIGHT
The use of railroads and trains to transport cargo, as opposed to human passengers. Related topics Belt & Road Initiative HS2 Rail terminals and depots
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ATIR RAIL USES NEXXIOT TRADETECH FOR
IMPROVED VISIBILITY & EFFICIENCY
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tir Rail is an independent company that specializes in the
use in hazardous environments (ATEX/HAZLOC) and the data is sent
rental and management of railcars dedicated to the transport
to the Nexxiot Connect Intelligent Cloud in real-time to monitor and
of goods. The fleet of 4.5K wagons is made up of several
control actual mileage, railcar and cargo conditions and asset health.
railcar types including specialist ones for gas, chemicals, petroleum,
The technology also means it’s possible to monitor the quality of
slurry, powder and hoppers. The company has decided to deploy
the cargo and various parameters that are important for improving
Nexxiot’s cutting-edge TradeTech to increase the visibility of the fleet
operational performance, service quality, sustainability. This results in
and improve the efficiency of operations.
more trusted processes for the end-client as well.
Atir Rail, founded in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, is largely
Nexxiot’s objective is to reduce carbon emissions in the global supply
focused on the medium and long-term railcar rentals business. It will
chain by 5% by reducing empty moves, optimizing inefficient routes
leverage the Nexxiot product portfolio of zero-maintenance sensor
and eliminating handling errors. The company also has a policy of
hardware, software, advanced algorithms and analytics for fleet visibility
recycling and managing the end-of-life of the sensor hardware itself.
and efficiency. The primary drivers include better fleet utilization,
Quality is a central pillar of our culture. As drivers of the emerging
maintenance scheduling, repairs, operational improvements, and
TradeTech sector and leaders in the digitalization of the global supply
process automation.
chain, we take our responsibilities very seriously. We know how important safety, security and sustainability are to our clients. We make
The Nexxiot Globehopper 3.0 hardware roll-out will begin in the next
sure we support their strategic goals for the long-term as well as their
month and Atir Rail clients will be introduced to the new data-driven
commercial goals for the immediate future as well.
services over the coming year. Nexxiot hardware is certified safe for
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RAIL FREIGHT NEWS 11 APRIL 2022
HAFEN WIEN & HELROM RECEIVE THE
EL-MO AWARD ���� do ground-breaking work in implementing the mobility
Huge CO2 savings by barrier-free intermodal freight transport
transformation for a CO₂-neutral economic cycle. The Trailer
Since the beginning of operations in 2020, initially still in a trial phase and
Rail loading point at the Port of Vienna, the joint project
from 2021 in regular operation, around 500 HELROM Trailer Rail trains
between Hafen Wien GmbH and Helrom, was also one of six
have already run on the Vienna – Dusseldorf connection. As a result,
award winners. The award was presented by the Secretary
about 14.000 truck trailers have been taken off the road and put on rails.
The prize honours innovative companies and projects that
General of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce, Karlheinz Kopf, and by the Austrian Minister for Climate Protection,
This corresponds to a saving of 8.000 tons of CO2 emissions. In the
Leonore Gewessler.
next few years, Helrom GmbH will significantly expand the capacities of
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this connection in cooperation with Hafen Wien. In future, 42 trailers
he award ceremony took place as part of the trade congress
will be transported per train. As a result, over 25.000 semi-trailer
EL-MOTION 2022 on 4 April in the Hotel Radisson Blu Park
trips between Vienna and Dusseldorf will be saved annually – a CO2
Royal Palace in Vienna. The expert jury selected six companies
reduction of 15.000 tons per year.
Reconciling ecology and economic
and projects from the submissions that make an especially innovative
efficiency is one of our most important tasks,
emphasised Doris
and sustainable contribution to CO2 reduction and the climate-neutral
Pulker-Rohrhofer.
mobility transformation. The loading hub at the port of Vienna for the
climate goals, moving from the road to rails is essential. Together with
Trailer Rail connection Vienna – Dusseldorf convinced the jury with its
Helrom GmbH, we are making a noticeable contribution to climate
loading technology which is unique in the world and allows conventional
protection and the mobility transformation with this reinforcement of
non-craneable truck semi-trailers to be quickly transported by rail
barrier-free intermodal freight transport.
And if we want to master the challenge of the
without any terminal. The Austrian climate protection minister, Leonore award like the EL-MO award was for the public perception of the mobility
Confirmation of the corporate goals and growth course of Helrom GmbH
trans- formation:
It is important to highlight projects that demonstrate
Roman Noack, CEO of Helrom GmbH, also sees this award as an
success, how this happens and how we can organise transport to ensure
important confirmation of the corporate vision of net zero transport:
Gewessler, noted at the beginning of the award ceremony how vital an
its operation is climate-friendly and emission-free.
I’m delighted by this award. Many people in Vienna and Dusseldorf have demonstrated a great commitment to the realisation of this
The award was accepted by Doris Pulker-Rohrhofer, the technical
innovative freight transport solution. Politics and business recognised
manager of Hafen Wien GmbH, who had shown extraordinary devotion
the potential and contributed to its success. The great success of the
from the begin- ning to implementing the Trailer Rail connection between
Vienna – Dusseldorf connection has exceeded all of our expectations
Vienna and Dusseldorf.
and confirmed our plan to use HELROM Trailer Rail with greater
I believed in this innovative project for climate-
neutral freight rail transport from the start. I absolutely wanted to have Helrom at our location, ceremony.
Ms Pulker-Rohrhofer revealed at the award
This award shows we were right and serves as confirmation
of our path towards climate-neutral freight transport.
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capacities and also on other European connections.
Distinct rail service launch from TX Logistik adds 33% of new capacity to Duisburg-Katrineholm multimodal transport option
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amskip has raised rail freight capacity between Duisburg in Germany and Katrineholm in Sweden by one third, following an agreement with TX Logistik to launch a new multimodal
service connecting the Ruhr and the greater Stockholm area. For TX Logistik, the agreement creates a new option in its expanding
Launched in April, two new TX Logistik roundtrips are running each
European network of transport solutions, reinforcing its presence in
week from Samskip’s Duisburg Rail Terminal, with TX Logistik taking
Sweden and targeting industrial and consumer freight volumes moving
over traction from Krefeld-Uerdingen via Padborg (Denmark), the
over the rails to/from the key Södermanlands län region. Around one third
Öresund Bridge and Malmö to the GDL terminal at Katrineholm.
of Sweden’s population is within a 150-kilometer radius of Katrineholm.
With Samskip responsible for slot management, the launch also
We have already worked closely with Samskip on several opportunities
increases overall service frequency between Samskip’s Duisburg rail
and have a strong partnership in transporting UK-related freight for
hub and Katrineholm, south-west of Stockholm, to eight trains a week.
them by rail between Rotterdam and Munich. We now see another good
The Katrineholm terminal can accommodate 700m length trains and
opportunity to demonstrate the reliable service quality of TX Logistik
therefore handle 42 unit loads in a single operation, including the full
on an important European intermodal route.
range of containers, swap bodies and semi-trailers.
Bernd Weisweiler, Director Business Development, TX Logistik
Door-door service demand on this route is rising, as well as quay-
The move comes at a moment of opportunity for multimodal services
quay moves, and we look forward to working with TX Logistik to bring
in Europe, whose lower emissions against road haulage increasingly align
home the efficiencies of multimodal to the commercial heartlands of
with sustainability goals set by corporates. February’s implementation
Sweden and Germany. Increased frequency strengthens the case for
of EU Mobility Package measures to improve haulier working conditions
sustainable multimodal transport, responds to growing demand in the
have pushed road freight capacity out of the market.
market and answers requests from freight forwarders. Johan Grootkarzijn, Director Rail, Samskip
We are putting the reliability and planning advantages of multimodal at the top of the agenda just as season hits its peak,
says Grootkarzijn.
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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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C.H. ROBINSON MAKE LAST-MINUTE SAILING
IN A CONGESTED GLOBAL LOGISTICS MARKET
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hen a customer calls with a last-minute request, C.H. Robinson answers. They took on the urgent challenge of helping transport and deliver two large pieces of
equipment from the USA to Ukraine (the project took place before the war started). The cargo included a compressor at 11.73 x 4.24 x 3.43m / 38.1mt and a cooler at 7.82 x 4.14 x 4.24m / 12.1mt. C.H. Robinson were able to quickly find the truckload capacity to deliver the cargo to the Port of Houston in time for an early morning sailing to Antwerp in Belgium. Due to the urgent need of the cargo, the team worked with the carrier to obtain the necessary permits in person for the rushed shipment which can typically takes over a week or more to acquire. Despite all the challenges facing the global supply chain, the C.H. Robinson team was proactive and worked diligently with the transhipment port in Antwerp to arrange the safe passage of the cargo and successful onward shipping to Germany. The next step was road transportation. The width and height of the cargo proved difficult to deliver by trailers due to the long distance and narrow roadways. However, C.H. Robinson, along with their client, carriers, the terminal and appointed marine surveyor, succeeded in loading the pieces onto trailers and delivering them safely and on time to the site in Ukraine.
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PROJECT CARGO NEWS 11 APRIL 2022
FIRST GLOBAL LOGISTICS IN EGYPT DELIVERS
OOG SHUNT REACTOR
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fter 6 months of bidding to transport cargo for the Taba
Their scope of work included:
500kV Substation Power Plant owned by the Egyptian
• Discharging the cargo from the vessel;
Electricity Transmission Co (EETC), First Global Logistics have
• Import customs clearance;
successfully moved the 1st OOG lot for the project consisting of a shunt
• Reloading & lashing the cargo on trucks;
reactor and its accessories. The cargo was received at the Port Said East
• Delivery from SCCT Port to Taba Substation (550km);
Terminal and safely transported and delivered to the Taba Substation.
• Cargo survey & reporting; • Acquiring the related road permits & escorting;
• MVAR-400 kV Shunt Reactor - 5.0 x 3.0 x 3.5m / 40tn • 80tn of OOG and general accessories • Total: 350cbm
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• Removal of road obstacles after thorough route survey
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s the construction of one of the biggest bridges in Europe is
The cargo was loaded on board as planned and successfully departed
coming to an end, R&B Global Projects were recently tasked
in time thanks to R&B Global Projects - a real challenge to meet such
with moving equipment from the Pelješac Bridge site, located
urgent requirements in today's market.
in Klek, South Croatia, to several Asian destinations. R&B thank the happy client for their trust in the company and report
The cargo consisted of 6 units including sandblasting machines, pavement
they have secured future ongoing shipments with the bridge building
machines and asphalt finishers - some being close to 3m high.
machinery which shows their strong reliability and coordination.
The challenge for this project was the urgency. As the cargo was ready for transport just 2 working days before the ship-out date, R&B needed to act fast so we arranged for it to be treated with high urgency in our hometown port of Rijeka. As soon as the truck with the cargo arrived, the terminal prioritised the cargo and we reloaded it to various 40'FRs and arranged urgent lashing and securing to make sure the cargo was ready for the gate-in just a few hours later. Luka Perman, Project Operations, R&B Global Projects 7 APRIL 2022
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PROJECTCARGO IN PORTUGAL 13 APRIL 2022
DEDICATED EXCLUSIVELY TO OVERSIZED & HEAVY CARGO
P
ROJECTCARGO Lda are new members in Portugal! As you can probably tell from their company name, they are fully focused on project cargo with offices in Porto and Braga.
Owners of the company, João Álvares Ribeiro and Romeu Gomes have a wide-ranging experience in project cargo and logistics. They say; oversized and heavy cargo. We fully understand the special needs and
Two projects handled by PROJECTCARGO last month:
meticulous analysis required for the handling and transport of challenging
• Industrial machinery, totalling 576cbm and 407tn, shipped
projects. We can even contribute to designing and production phases so
as breakbulk. The units had dimensions between 2.4m and 4.8m
that goods are built with the proper preparations for special transport."
and weights between 21tn and 90tn. PROJECTCARGO handled
"PROJECTCARGO Lda is dedicated exclusively to the transport of
the special road transportation, chartering of a dedicated vessel for "Our truly door-to-door services means we carefully plan and safely
shipping, loading & unloading operations and lashing certifications,
organize abnormal land and sea transport from the initial loading to the
with their team present and attending all operations. They also
final unloading. Our vast experience in the transport of complex cargo
participated and worked closely with the manufacturer on the
allows us to plan and execute using different modalities and always adjust
preparation of structures for packing and securing the accessories
our tailor-made solutions to the needs of each project."
which reduced the loading and preparation of all cargo. As a result, the shipper avoided demurrages for trucks and containers allowing
The specialist areas of the company include oil & gas, power & energy,
them to reduce costs and give more time to meet delivery deadlines.
construction, trucks & automotive, rail equipment, metal structures • Metal structures, with lengths between 12.5m–25.5m,
and manufacturing.
shipped as breakbulk totalling 4,386cbm / 946tn. •
Planning & Optimisation of Oversized & Heavy Transport
PROJECTCARGO handled the special road transportation,
•
Loading & Unloading Operations
chartering of the vessel for shipping, handling surveyor, loading
•
Chartering
& unloading operations and lashing certifications, again with their
•
Route Surveys
team present and attending all operations. They also assisted
•
Customs Clearance
and worked closely with the design office of the manufacturer
•
Industrial Packaging, Lashing & Certifications
of the cradles for the packaging to optimise them for transport
•
Physical Follow-Ups - In Loco
and increase the level of safety. The result of this was a time
•
Consulting on Project Cargo Solutions
reduction in the loading operations, mainly on stackable units,
•
Transport Insurance
saving approximately 70% less time.
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onpareil International Freight & Cargo in the Philippines have
An additional and unexpected
recently successfully handled an export shipment of 6 used
challenge of the job was to ensure
off-highway dump trucks.
the ship-out of the cargo was met even though 1 of the 6 units
• Commodity: HD785-7 Off-Highway Dump Trucks x 6
encountered a problem during
• Dimensions: Each Unit at 10.29 x 6.01 x 4.70m
the movement from the origin to jetty and was now non-operational.
• Total Weight: 432,010kg
Determined not to leave the unit behind and miss the schedule, the Nonpareil International team made a swift operational resolution to load
The job for Nonpareil entailed the well-coordinated pick-up of the 6
it to the barge at the jetty via ship-side. This operation really highlighted the
trucks (plus 6 pallets of accessories) from a remote province of the
limited working area for the crane handling of the 70tn unit.
Philippines before loading them onto LCT barges at a local jetty despite a limited working area. They were then unloaded from the barge at
Nonpareil has again proven their dedication to provide excellent
Bauan Port in Batangas and loaded to a chartered breakbulk vessel and
logistics services, built on teamwork, integrity, hard work, innovation,
shipped to Jebel Ali Port, UAE.
and continuous improvement. 12 APRIL 2022
NONPAREIL INTERNATIONAL HANDLE CHALLENGING EXPORT SHIPMENT OF
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SIX DUMP TRUCKS
he project logistics experts at C.H. Robinson recently
Having local experts onsite, C.H. Robinson was able to work as an
completed a full ocean charter for one of their long-term
extension of their client’s team by overseeing the operations and
clients. The vessel loaded in Malaysia and arrived at a port in
personally dealing with any issues that may have arisen to avoid several
Mexico where it had to sit and wait to berth due to port congestion. Upon berthing, customs formalities still had to be completed so it
days of detention. The cargo, including 28 tanks along with 19 loose small packages, were safely unloaded and moved to a holding area to await customs clearance when the customs office re-opened.
would be four days before the vessel could start discharging. To avoid additional delays, C.H. Robinson worked in conjunction with their local
In total, C.H. Robinson helped successfully deliver a total of 4,667
contacts and received approval from port authorities to start unloading
cubic meters, 1,089 metric tons of cargo, the largest two measuring
before clearing customs as long as no cargo would leave the port.
36.7 x 4.55 x 4.78 meters and weighing 87.10 metric tons each.
19 APRIL 2022
C.H. ROBINSON PROVES THE VALUE OF
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AIR & SEA PORTS
Any place where persons and merchandise are allowed to pass, by water or land, into and out of a country and where customs officers are stationed to inspect or appraise imported goods. Related topics Cargo handling Container terminals Drayage
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FRANKFURT CARGO SERVICES LAUNCHES
DAKOSY’S RAMP CONTROL SYSTEM
TO ENABLE SLOT BOOKING TIMES TO SPEED UP LANDSIDE HANDLING
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rankfurt Cargo Services (FCS), the largest independent cargo handler at Frankfurt Airport, has implemented Dakosy’s FAIR@ Link digital Ramp Control System to reduce truck waiting times
for cargo collections and deliveries. The slot booking tool allows FCS, an affiliate of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) to optimise the allocation of truck ramps by allowing freight forwarders delivering and collecting cargoes for FCS’ airline customers to digitally reserve ramps for loading and unloading, speeding up the handling process. This standardized approach allows FCS to use
The participation of FCS in the Ramp Control System is an important
its facility infrastructure more efficiently, counteracts peak times, and
milestone. For shippers and forwarders, the application means a
increases the ability for all parties to plan and utilise their resources
standardised booking of time slots in the airport’s Cargo City South.
efficiently.
All players will ultimately benefit from the site-wide use of the system through shortened waiting times, greater transparency and optimisation
Ramp slots can be booked online using the tool’s Transport Pre-
of the cargo handling process.
Announcement (TPA). Forwarders can transmit all the necessary data
Ulrich Wrage, CEO, Dakosy.
to the Ramp Control System, which automatically checks availability and assigns a ramp for a specific time slot, avoiding waiting times for drivers
We want to further enhance the performance of Frankfurt Airport
and vehicles. Live information during the dispatch process also ensures
and continuously improve its framework conditions. Digital networking
maximum transparency.
is a central element in this. The automated allocation of ramps at FCS further accelerates cargo handling in Cargo City South.
The implementation follows an extensive test phase which involved
Joachim von Winning,
FCS connecting many of its customers to the system. FCS has now
Managing Director, Air Cargo Community Frankfurt
commenced the full deployment for imports, and export deliveries will begin to be phased into the FAIR@Link system from August.
More than anything, we are looking forward to improving our service for our customers. At FCS, we are reaping the rewards of much more efficient processes, which are also significantly improving capacity. Both our customers and our employees will benefit. Claus Wagner, Managing Director, Frankfurt Cargo Services FORWARDER magazine
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AIR & SEA PORTS NEWS APRIL 2022
PROJECT44 LAUNCHES WORLD’S FIRST
PORT INTELLIGENCE SOLUTION
Port intelligence, including congestion data on all global ports
With ocean logistics in turmoil, project44 introduces
project44’s Port Intel, the first of its kind, addresses a blind spot hurting
real-time insights on all the ports in the world,
shippers worldwide: lack of visibility into port congestion. Port Intel delivers
dramatically expanding its ocean visibility offering
access to global port and vessel-level detail powered by proprietary data
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and analytics. These real-time insights allow companies to proactively keep
roject44, the leading supply chain visibility platform, today
on the pulse of supply chain disruptions, black swan events and their impact
launched Port Intel, the industry’s first port intelligence
on terminal operations and the resulting shipment delays.
solution with real-time data on congestion and container
flow at all global ports. The platform provides shippers, LSPs (Logistics
With Port Intel, shippers and LSPs can see port congestion in a visual interface
Service Providers), FFW (Freight Forwarders) and other stakeholders
as well as receive data via an API – enabling them to circumvent bottlenecks,
with what they need to manage and mitigate the impacts of today’s
plan better and meet customer expectations. The platform can provide highly
ocean turmoil and chaotic supply chains.
accurate vessel and container-level dwell times, vessel counts, and other port congestion analytics. With this quantity of data, users are able to proactively
With seemingly endless disruptions, from the Suez Canal blockage
spot trends, benchmark, and compare various ports—enabling shippers to
to port bottlenecks, companies and customers alike have gained a
make better decisions about how to avoid delays, increase on-time delivery,
higher awareness of international shipping challenges and the need
and improve customer transparency. project44’s algorithms offer visibility
for real-time intelligence data. When the Russia/Ukrainian conflict
unmatched by any other provider: granular location of 11,800 berths, globally,
emerged,project44 data showed a 52% increase in export dwell times
down to 20-meter precision. And beyond shippers and LSPs, Port Intel is
from Ukraine and an immediate 40.2% drop in daily peak TEU vessel
already being utilized by global consultancies, financial institutions, and IT
capacity calling at Russian ports. Similarly, vessels waiting near Yantian
providers to better understand market conditions.
spiked by 44.1% when the most recent COVID-19-related lockdown took effect in Shenzhen. These ongoing supply chain challenges require companies to stay nimble and prepare contingency plans by utilizing real-time port data.
What our customers say We have invested greatly in managing ocean disruptions and project44's partnership, innovation, speed to value, ETAs, onboarding, ocean visibility and port intelligence are tremendously helpful for our
Port bottlenecks, COVID-19 lockdowns, and sourcing changes driven by war in Ukraine have made it difficult for shippers to stay on top of
business and the customers we serve. Charles Cunnion, VP Global Transportation, International Forest Products
their supply chains. To help our customers meet these challenges, we’ve enhanced what was already the world’s most advanced ocean visibility
With our customers and partners always bracing for the next supply chain
suite. Our customers have never been better positioned to identify and
disruption, having port intelligence is a massive edge. It’s the type of data
mitigate supply chain obstacles.
solution that our team will use daily. We’re thrilled to see improvements
Jett McCandless, Founder & CEO, project44
across an ocean visibility suite that was already best-in-class. Project44 continues to deliver more supply chain visibility where it counts most. JR Ferry, Director of Transportation & Logistics, ATEC Systems
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o satisfy growing customer demand for container storage and the complexities of their supply chains, Maritime Transport Ltd. has established a long-term agreement with Associated
British Ports (ABP) to operate a six-acre loaded container storage facility at the Port of Ipswich. Located off dock at West Bank Terminal and within easy reach of the A12 and A14, Maritime’s latest addition to its depot portfolio will provide space for up to 2,500 TEU, increasing overall container storage capacity across its network by 12%. Establishing a six-acre storage depot for loaded containers at West The new facility will be fully operational from 1st May 2022, and will
Bank marks the beginning of a long-term and strategic partnership with
represent one of eight strategically-placed container terminals that
ABP. It also demonstrates our determination to deliver additional off
Maritime operates which provide either long or short-term storage
dock storage, which complements our growing network of inland rail
for both loaded and empty containers, including its rail-connected
terminals, and provides even greater choice to our customers on a port-
terminals in Manchester, Mossend, Tamworth, Wakefield, Tilbury, and
centric basis. We look forward to supporting the activities of a Port that
Castle Donnington, an offsite storage facility in Northampton, and a
handles more than two million tonnes of cargo per year by maximising
new storage yard currently under construction at the Port of Liverpool
storage options, and making a significant contribution to local, national,
scheduled for completion in November 2022.
and international supply chains. John Williams, Group Executive Chairman, Maritime Transport
Two Kalmar reach stackers will be utilised onsite immediately to service container throughput. Both machines form part of an order for 12 new
ABP is proud to work with Maritime, a leading provider of road and
reach stackers which will be distributed across Maritime’s terminals
rail solutions in the area and across the rest of the UK. Our partnership
throughout 2022, ensuring efficient and flexible loading and stacking of
highlights the huge demand for port-centric storage solutions, and the
containers and other heavy goods. Two new SANY H9 reach stackers
growing interest we have seen from logistics providers in basing storage
are scheduled to arrive at Maritime’s West Bank facility in July.
facilities at the Port of Ipswich. ABP will continue to provide superbly connected space and the infrastructure to support our customers as they grow, and we are confident many, many businesses will maximise on this fantastic opportunity. Andrew Harston, ABP Wales & Short Sea Ports Director 17 MARCH 2022
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AIR & SEA PORTS NEWS 20 APRIL 2022
CATHAY PACIFIC LAUNCHES ASIA’S 1ST MAJOR
CORPORATE SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL PROG. Working with corporate customers to use SAF
for the first time at Hong Kong International Airport
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athay Pacific is launching its pilot Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme, the first major programme of its kind in Asia. The programme provides corporate
customers the opportunity to reduce their carbon footprint from
there is firm interest in the region, not only from airlines, but also the
business travel or airfreight by contributing to the use of SAF uplifted
aviation value-chain all the way to end users for both passenger and
for the first time from Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) on
cargo transportation.
Cathay Pacific flights.
Augustus Tang, Chief Executive Officer, Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific is kick-starting the programme with eight corporates
SAF is considered the most important way to decarbonise airline
as launch customers, including AIA, Airport Authority Hong Kong
operations in the next few decades, before alternatively powered
(AAHK), DHL Global Forwarding, HSBC, Kintetsu World Express
aircraft can be widely deployed in commercial operations. Compared
(KWE), PwC China, Standard Chartered, and Swire Pacific. As leaders
to conventional jet fuel, SAF can reduce up to 100% carbon emissions
in corporate climate action, the launch customers are committed to
on a lifecycle basis, depending on the SAF technology used.
reducing the climate impact from their business travel and/or airfreight activities by helping to facilitate the wider adoption of renewable energy
The SAF used for the launch of this programme is made from used
by the air transport industry through the use of SAF.
cooking oil and animal fat waste. It is made available to us by our pilot Corporate SAF Programme fuel suppliers PetroChina and Shell. The very
We continue to pioneer our industry’s move towards more substantial
first uplift of SAF at HKIA is made possible through a collaborative effort
use of SAF, especially in Asia. Last year, we were among the first carriers
with many stakeholders along the supply chain and various government
in the world to announce a target of 10% SAF for our total fuel use by
departments. SAF used in this programme will go through the normal
2030. We have made significant progress since then and are pleased that
aviation-fuelling infrastructure, which provides important learning for
uplifting SAF from HKIA is now a reality with the strong support of the
developing ongoing regular SAF supply from HKIA in the future.
local authorities and fuel suppliers. In addition to our launch corporate customers, we have received a very enthusiastic response from other
Cathay Pacific is undertaking a multi-pronged approach towards a green
corporates and we welcome other interested companies to sign-up to
recovery and long-term transition towards its goal of net-zero carbon
reduce their indirect emissions from flight-related activities. Climate
emissions by 2050. Apart from its increased usage of SAF, Cathay
change is a global challenge and we need to work together to tackle it.
Pacific’s carbon reduction roadmap includes fleet modernisation,
We see the launch of this Corporate SAF Programme as an important
operational efficiency improvements, leveraging on emerging technology
step for us to engage other like-minded organisations, and a first step
breakthroughs to decarbonise aviation, and offering carbon offsets
in sending an important demand signal to the SAF supply chain that
through its Fly Greener programme.
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• Port of Liverpool handles 52,000 containers in record-breaking month
Earlier this year, the Port’s Terminal 1 facility saw a 30% boost to its quayside capacity by adding an additional two ship-to-shore cranes to
• Liverpool2 terminal deploys five of its eight cranes simultaneously for first time ever
the six already in place, enabling the servicing of taller container vessels and intra-European services.
• Single vessel record exchange completed in just under 5,000 moves
As part of Peel Port’s £400 million investment into Liverpool2, a second
T
phase of the programme was fully completed at the start of 2022 which
he Port of Liverpool, part of Peel Ports Group and one of the
saw the addition of five new cantilever rail-mounted gantry (CRMG)
UK’s largest port operators, has announced a number of record-
cranes, bringing the total set to 22 CRMGs.
breaking achievements across its container terminals division. These record-breaking achievements are real evidence of the
The Port safely handled a total of 52,300 containers (89,400 TEUs)
increasing capabilities and optimised efficiencies of our containerised
during the month of March, beating a previous record of 47,200
cargo operations at The Port of Liverpool. The significant investments
containers (81,750 TEUs) in October 2019, in what it hails as a landmark
we have made over the last few years have enabled us to grow and
moment in its history.
develop our capabilities in order to enhance our service levels across both our terminal operations. This is a real testament to the hard work
In addition, Liverpool2 further cemented its position as a serious
and dedication of our people. The Port of Liverpool has a bright future
player in global port operations by successfully deploying five cranes
ahead as a centre of excellence providing global shipping lines reliable
simultaneously earlier this week for the very first time since the terminal
access to major import and export opportunities at the heart of the
opened in 2016, as it handled the MSC Hong Kong in a record 4516
UK. We are fully committed to continuing to invest sustainably in what
container moves (7350 TEUs).
is one of the most efficient and modern container port operations in the UK and deliver the best possible service for all our customers. David Huck, Chief Operating Officer, Peel Ports Group 7 APRIL 2022
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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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WIREMIND CARGO UNVEILS ITS
CARGOSTACK CMS
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eading French technology specialist, Wiremind Cargo
has launched CargoStack – a comprehensive SaaS Cargo Management System (CMS) suite enabling enhanced air cargo
activity steering through AI-driven insights CargoStack is Wiremind Cargo’s first holistic product suite designed to ensure seamless interaction between airlines, GHAs, GSAs, and
Graphic: wiremind.io/cargostack
forwarders. Built around a SaaS core system, airlines can use the CMS
The entire system architecture has been designed to enhance the
to manage their entire cargo activity from schedule to live capacity
airline’s competitive advantage, and three core features differentiate
and bookings, from products and customer management, to flight
CargoStack from other CMS solutions on the market. First and
optimization and loading. Since all data points within CargoStack, such as
foremost, is its excellent user experience. CargoStack’s unique
rates or capacity information, are linked to respective APIs, its strategic
look and feel is a key factor in its fast and easy adoption. Secondly,
modules can easily be integrated into the IT landscapes of the airline,
CargoStack includes Wiremind Cargo’s flagship capacity optimization
whether to its own systems or those of its forwarding customers, as
module, SkyPallet – a revolution in shipment steering and flight
well as its GSA and GHA partners.
planning, given that it enables flight optimization throughout all stages of the flight. SkyPallet leads to improved quoting, booking acceptance,
Connectivity is the future, and we want our customers to be able to
flight management, and ULD build-up plans, and is used by leading
concentrate fully on their sales and operational activities, benefitting
international airlines. Thirdly, CargoStack’s Revenue Management
from highly innovative system support. Gone are the days where IT
capabilities, programmed by an industry-recognised data science team,
often posed a hindrance to work processes. Our technology offers data
and capable of managing well in excess of 150 million bookings per year.
and insights that enable improved decision making and far more efficient
Thanks to proven technical expertise in AI and forecasting abilities,
workflows. Seamless integration and ultimate user experience is our
CargoStack offers unparalleled revenue optimization features such as
aim. When it comes to setting up CargoStack, the airline simply tells
Dynamic Pricing and Overbooking Forecasting.
us who CargoStack should be plugged with, and we make it happen. Nathanaël de Tarade, Chief Executive Officer, Wiremind Cargo
With CargoStack, as with all Wiremind Cargo products, our customers are purchasing perfection in evolution. We offer a fully functional CMS that benefits from the periodic release of new features as we continue to further enhance and fine-tune functionalities. Since CargoStack is a software as a service (SaaS) product, customers benefit from competitive and highly cost-effective solutions when it comes to maintenance and implementation, as well as a product that is easily able to keep pace with the dynamic changes within the air cargo industry.
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TECH & DIGITALISATION NEWS 23 MAY 2022
DIGITAL CUSTOMER PLATFORM
MYDHLi BECOMES SMARTER & GREENER New Smart ETA function predicts arrival times in ocean
2022 marks the year of sustainability for myDHLi
freight up to 48% more accurately than the information
Within myDHLi Quote + Book, DHL has created the opportunity for
provided by the carriers themselves
air freight to achieve real carbon reduction through insetting by using sustainable aviation fuel. This is now offered in addition to sustainable
Customers now have more options to reduce, track and
marine fuel for ocean freight full-container load (FCL). Already since early
report their CO2 emissions
last year, DHL has been offering sustainable marine fuel at no additional cost for ocean freight less-than-container-load (LCL). These options
Follow + Share now with configurable shipment notifications
support DHL’s customers on their way to more sustainable logistics. On
for even more user-centric transparency
myDHLi, customers can track their emissions even on a single shipment
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level. Specifically, they can check their carbon footprint and efficiency. For t this year’s myDHLi Digital Summit, DHL Global Forwarding,
better visibility, shipments that are already CO2 neutral will in the future be
Freight, the leading international freight specialist division
marked with a GoGreen label, which is part of DHL’s sustainability strategy.
of Deutsche Post DHL Group, presented new features
and updates to its unique digital customer platform myDHLi. While increasing the efficiency of their overall logistics operation, customers can now also calculate the estimated time of arrival (ETA) of their ocean freight more accurately, as DHL developed an innovative ETA forecasting function based on advanced data analytics to predict the arrival of shipments in near real-time. In addition, the platform supports customers’ sustainability efforts by providing functionality to calculate and analyze their carbon footprint and also offering insetting and offsetting options to decarbonize their transports. The central Follow + Share functionality now offers configurable shipment notifications to meet individual customer needs even better.
Reports in myDHLi Reports are fully customizable and provide the customer with shipment information, including comprehensive CO2
We are constantly working to improve the platform for our now more
emissions tracking information, which can easily be included in further in-
than 10,000 customers, which is why myDHLi is more successful than ever.
depth analysis. In addition to this, DHL Global Forwarding integrated the
We are proud to present the new features today. Providing comprehensive
GoGreen Dashboard in myDHLi Analytics. It offers customers the ability
decarbonization options and extensive CO2 reporting tools in one portal
to analyze their CO2 emissions and grade of efficiency, with different
together with all other services is a step forward in offering our customers
views and filter options that support analysis and deep dives. It also
highly sustainable and transparent transport solutions.
provides customers information to better understand drivers of carbon
Tim Scharwath, CEO, DHL Global Forwarding, Freight
emissions to have a starting point for carbon reduction measures.
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Smart estimated time of arrival myDHLi provides customers with all necessary shipment data via the myDHLi Track, Analytics and Reports features. As the quality and reliability of the estimated arrival time varies greatly between ocean carriers and has decreased significantly over the last year, DHL Global Forwarding has now set up an automatic ETA forecasting function using data analytics. The feature, called Smart ETA, predicts arrival times up to 48 percent better than the information provided by the carriers.
myDHLi Follow + Share with configurable shipment notifications provides full visibility and control In 2020 DHL Global Forwarding was introduced with Follow + Share, a core function of myDHLi. Along the lines of popular social media
The myDHLi customer platform was successfully launched two years
functions, it enables customers to share information with their own
ago and thereby set a new benchmark in an industry which is still in
customers, colleagues, and suppliers, thus simplifying communication
its early days of being fully digitized. It is characterized by a modular
along the supply chain. With the latest upgrade myDHLi Follow + Share
structure, allowing subscribers to personalise their portal conveniently.
now offers configurable notifications that allow users to set general
Besides their strong focus on making logistics more sustainable,
notifications for specific events, e.g., status changes. In addition, users
digitalization is one of the strategic pillars at DHL Global Forwarding.
now also have the option to set custom notifications that can be used
To further drive developments in this area for the logistics industry,
to specify a trade lane or a transport mode.
the myDHLi Digital Summit was established last year to take place annually. Besides presenting innovations around myDHLi, this event will continue to create a unique opportunity to drive the progress of digital transformation in logistics, just in line with Deutsche Post DHL Group’s strategy Delivering Excellence in a Digital World.
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TECH & DIGITALISATION NEWS 18 MAY 2022
FIATA LAUNCHES PAPERLESS FBL SOLUTION ALLOWING SECURED PAPERLESS FBL VIA EVERYDAY TMS & OTHER SOFTWARE TOOLS
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IATA, the International Federation of Freight Forwarders
The solution, developed by FIATA partner Komgo, will help to reduce
Associations, has worked on the release of this long-desired
fraud risks, as each document is recorded on an immutable ledger and
document update to ease the work processes of its members,
will be verifiable at any time by all stakeholders interacting with the
allowing them to become digital freight-forwarders.
document. Stakeholders will be able to either scan the QR code at the top right of the document, or directly upload the PDF on FIATA’s
FIATA is proud to bring its members a pragmatic solution to move
verification page to access the document audit trail which will...
from paper documents to paperless FBLs, which can be issued directly through their everyday tools. The FIATA solution improves the level of
• certify the validity of the document,
security of the FIATA BL in comparison to the paper version, making use
• the identity of its issuer,
of blockchain technology to authenticate the documents and provide
• and the integrity of its content.
an audit trail. Conscious of the various challenges which remain to be overcome to achieve worldwide adoption and legal recognition of
Souleïma Baddi, CEO of Komgo, when asked to comment on the
electronic exchange of data, the paperless FBL is an answer to the needs
paperless FBL launch said: ‘Documents are the bedrock of international
of the industry for improved access and exchange of trade documents.
trade, but they don’t operate like we need them to and they’re
The document issuer can decide in which format (s)he wishes to share
susceptible to fraud and forgery, that happens quite often.
the original unaltered document with its stakeholders: in paper form or as a PDF. Based on its eFBL data standard, FIATA has developed an API
Trakk is the digital ecosystem of trust for trade documents. I am thrilled
service, available free of charge to all software providers, allowing them
to see FIATA joining all companies, financial institutions, warehouses and
to connect with FIATA to create secured paperless FBLs.
others who are using Trakk to protect their documents against fraud.’
As of today, seven software providers have already signed an agreement
WiseTech Global congratulates FIATA on the launch of their
with the Federation to implement the solution: AKANEA, Cargowise,
electronic bill of lading. This initiative will support transparency and
CargoX, edoxOnline (Global Share), InfoSysTech-IST, Nabu and
security across the supply chain and will help companies to accelerate
Usyncro. We are very pleased to announce that the paperless FBLs can
their digitalisation efforts. It was a pleasure to work with FIATA on this
start to be issued as of today with edoxOnline, InfoSysTech-IST and
initiative. CargoWise customers will be able to request a connection to
Usyncro who have already finalised the implementation.
FIATA’s eFBL from June 2022. FIATA is very excited to embark on this important milestone of its digital journey which paved the way for great
FIATA encourages all TMS’s, eBL providers and other software providers
opportunities for the future of freight forwarders.
to join them and implement FIATA’s solution to offer this new service
Stéphane Graber, Director General, FIATA
to their customers. All technical specifications are available on FIATA’s GitHub repository.
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he plight of the logistics industry has rarely been far from
3G Sunset hits the horizon
the headlines in the last two years. Intrinsically impacted by
Earlier this year, the UK government announced (in collaboration
many of the world’s largest events, this complex industry has
with the major network providers) that 3G services would cease by
ricocheted from one crisis to the next.
2033. However, the two largest network providers – EE and Vodafone – have subsequently announced shut off by 2023, which prompts
Just looking at recent weeks, five of the six largest liner shipping
a more immediate call for action by any logistics companies based in
companies (CMA CGM, MSC, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd and ONE) dropped
– or operating within – the country.
Russia from their schedule following the invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian’s ports – including the busy port of Mariupol – are closed as long as the
Shipping and logistics companies will need to refit their full inventory
conflict continues, affecting global shipping routes and leaving foreign
of truck trailers, containers, chassis and rail cars with new 4G/5G
flagged ships blocked in Ukrainian seaports by the Russian navy.
compatible tracking devices. 2G and 3G devices will quickly be rendered obsolete after the shut off date.
Elsewhere in the world, Brexit continues to create turmoil for cross channel logistics and the impact of China’s extended Covid lockdown is
GPS-powered asset tracking devices do more than tell you where a truck
only just beginning. In Shanghai, one of the world’s largest ports, trucks
is on its journey from A to B. Today’s sophisticated solutions can inform
are struggling to unload cargo due to strict pandemic-related permit
scheduling, timing for shipping routes, and anticipated arrival times. They
regulations and a growing backlog of shipping containers is building.
can create a secure geo-fence around a static container that will send an alert if moved or opened without authorisation. They will provide more
Herein lies a vicious circle. Backlogs and delays create the need for
accurate mileage tracking to inform service scheduling and maintenance
re-routing and interim storage measures…which then create further
records, and even report on capacity load to increase efficiency.
backlogs and delays. When the 3G sun sets, businesses that have not updated their tracking In this environment, a real-time dashboard of accurate and fast GPS-
technologies risk losing this valuable information, resulting in scheduling
based information is imperative. But the industry is about to be tossed
and routing chaos as well as lost and untraceable assets, and a return to
another curve ball when 3G services, on which many in-built GPS
slow and costly manual processes.
products rely, are closed down by the network providers. The need to upgrade is clear, but therein lies another challenge.
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Global chip shortage impacting asset tracking device supply
Furthermore, the next generation 5G architecture offering greater
The global chip shortage is not only affecting iPhones and gaming devices.
and create new opportunities for connected devices throughout the
Prompted by the Covid-19 pandemic and the surge in demand for electronics
supply chain and business systems.
speeds and capacity will quickly expand the Internet of Things (IoT)
– now exacerbated by dramatically reduced chip production in China – the crippling lack of semiconductors for connected devices will also impact the
An enhanced flow of accurate, timely and reliable information enables
availability of asset tracking technologies. The “long hangover of pandemics”
operatives to act with understanding, rather than best guess. It will
is set to create a lasting headache for the logistics industry.
enable new opportunities using predictive and analytical intelligence, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). In short, migrating
The answer is to take early action on updating connected asset tracking
connected technologies without delay will help companies to drive with
technologies. This will not only accommodate delays in equipment availability;
confidence into the 3G sunset, rather than being paralysed by each and
it will also boost efficiency and create a significant competitive advantage.
every event that threatens to impact the industry.
From optimising supply routes to avoiding unnecessary demurrage fees
Christopher Plaat, Senior Vice President & General Manager,
for containers left or lost, having the depth of information at the speed
BlackBerry Radar
and accuracy that 4G and 5G-connected tracking devices can supply raises logistics management to a more scientific plane.
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EU SECURITY SYSTEM ICS2 16 MAY 2022
ENSURES GREATER CUSTOMER PROTECTION DAKOSY recommends airlines start preparing well in advance – launch planned for March 2023
T
he European security system ICS for risk assessment/crisis prevention is entering its second phase. This will become concrete for air freight shipments from third countries
entering the EU starting in March 2023.
The next-stage procedure
ICS2 will bring improvements for the participants, especially with regard to competition protection,
emphasizes Simon Lembke, Director of
Customs and Forwarding Applications at DAKOSY. Hamburg software provider DAKOSY is prepared with new processes and interfaces. As a result of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the ICS procedure was
Prepare for the transition well in advance
introduced for the declaration of goods prior to entry into the EU
DAKOSY recommends that participants in the ICS process prepare
for risk assessment/crisis prevention. With ICS2, the EU is centralizing
for the changeover in good time. It must be ensured that sufficiently
declarations by carriers with a cargo advance information system: as of
precise data can be provided. A standardized format called the Entry
March 2023 for airlines and as of March 2024 for shipping companies.
Summary Declaration (ENS) has been defined for i ICS2, which does not permit any deviations. The required accuracy of the data is also
Lembke summarizes the most significant changes: In the future,
becoming stricter, for example in the case of the HS code. Previously,
declarations will be sent directly to the new EU system, the Shared
either the goods description or at least four digits of the HS code had
Trader Interface (STI), and must be provided before the goods are
to be provided for the entry summary declaration; in the future, all six
loaded. In comparison, previously the entry declaration had to be
digits of the HS code must be transmitted.
submitted electronically no later than four hours before arrival at the customs authority where the goods first reached the borders of the EU.
For our customers, which include many major airlines and shipping companies, we already work with this format. So for them, by and large,
Logistics service providers must disclose less data
everything remains as it is, and we take care of the new reporting path and,
Another important change, he adds, is the possibility that shipping
if necessary, an adaptation of the interfaces. However, we recommend
companies or airlines would only have to submit basic information to
checking well in advance to find out the extent to which business
the EU cargo advance information system, and the additional information
processes need to be updated and employees need to be trained.
would be reported directly to the ICS system by freight forwarders or logistics providers, for example. This principle, called 'multiple filing,' provides competitive protection for the operators.
Freight forwarders
and logistics providers no longer need to disclose the names of their customers and their related critical data to the shipping companies or airlines in the course of the procedure,
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oogle Cloud has announced the launch of Manufacturing Data
Manufacturing Connect is a factory edge platform co-developed
Engine and Manufacturing Connect, two new solutions that
with Litmus Automation that quickly connects to, and streams data
enable manufacturers to connect historically siloed assets,
from, nearly any manufacturing asset and industrial system to Google
process and standardize data, and improve visibility from the factory
Cloud, based on an extensive library of more than 250 machine
floor to the cloud. Once data is harmonized, the solutions enable three
protocols. Deep integration with the Manufacturing Data Engine
critical AI- and analytics-based use cases–manufacturing analytics &
unlocks rapid data intake into Google Cloud for processing machine
insights, predictive maintenance, and machine-level anomaly detection.
and sensor data. The ability to deploy containerized applications and ML models to the edge enables new dimensions of use cases.
Manufacturers are undertaking a massive digital transformation driven
Once data is centralized and harmonized by the Manufacturing Data
by rising customer expectations, supply chain volatility, shifting buyer
Engine and Manufacturing Connect, it can then be used to address
behavior, and more. Yet, only 21% of manufacturers have active AI
a growing set of industry-specific use cases, including:
initiatives in production to help solve these issues. While data from disparate systems can be manually prepared for AI and analytics pilots,
Manufacturing analytics & insights, which helps manufacturers quickly
siloed data sets still need to be accessible centrally and in real-time to
create custom dashboards to visualize key data—from factory KPIs such
support production scale. Additionally, many existing AI and analytics
as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), to individual machine sensor
solutions are designed to be used by data scientists and are not easy to
data. Integrated with the Manufacturing Data Engine, engineers and plant
use for manufacturing business leaders.
managers can automatically set up new machines and factories, enabling standardized dashboards, KPIs, and on-demand drill-downs into the data
Manufacturing Data Engine and Manufacturing Connect, available today,
to uncover new insights opportunities throughout the factory. These can
help manufacturers unify their data and empower their workforce with
then be shared easily across the enterprise and with partners.
easy-to-use analytics and AI solutions based on cloud infrastructure: Machine-level anomaly detection, which helps manufacturers identify Manufacturing Data Engine is an end-to-end solution that processes,
anomalies as they occur and provides alerts—leveraging Google Cloud’s
contextualizes, and stores factory data on Google Cloud’s market-
Time Series Insights API—on real-time machine and sensor data such
leading data platform. It provides a configurable and customizable
as noise, vibration, or temperature.
blueprint for the ingestion, transformation, storage, and access to factory data. It integrates key Google Cloud products, including Cloud
Predictive maintenance, which enables manufacturers to anticipate an
Dataflow, PubSub, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Looker, Vertex AI, Apigee,
asset’s need for service, helping reduce downtime and maintenance
and more, into a manufacturing-specific solution.
cost. Manufacturers can leverage ML models and high-accuracy AI optimizations that are deployable in weeks.
5 MAY 2022
GOOGLE CLOUD ANNOUNCES
TWO NEW SOLUTIONS FOR MANUFACTURING
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s nations around the world continue to pledge billions in
Robert Garbett's take...
military support to Ukraine, and Russia continues to cut off
Since the start of the conflict in Ukraine, unmanned air systems (UAS),
supply lines to Ukrainians on the front lines and those trapped
otherwise known as air drones, have played an important role in the defence
in cities in the Donbas, the question as to how we get supplies across
of the country against Russian aggression. Whether they are military
Ukraine to where they’re most needed is as pertinent as ever. UK Drone
offensive systems delivering devastating effects on advancing Russian convoys
expert, Robert Garbett, CEO and Founder of Drone Major Group Ltd,
or small drone camera systems providing intelligence in support of defensive
is calling for world leaders to 'think more laterally' and consider deploying
operations and targeting for ground-based anti-tank weapons, air drones have
commercial drones to improve supply chains to help Ukraine.
undoubtedly been instrumental in enabling the Ukrainian military to mount an effective defence against the Russian invasion, but we have yet to unleash
In any war, food, fuel, ammunition and medical re-supplies to frontline
their true potential to support Ukraine’s supply-chain infrastructure.
troops and besieged civilians is critical to success, and with thousands of people still trapped in areas dominated by Russian forces, delivering
Imagine an army of air drones from a range of global manufacturers that can
these key resources quickly, regularly and without further risk to human
deliver a range of cargo from 20Kg to 500kg of critical supplies to locations
life is a must. Sadly, in many areas, delivering supplies by rail, road or
across Ukraine. With a huge range of fixed-wing, rotary-wing, gyrocopter
traditional air transport is becoming extremely risky or impossible due
or hybrid aircraft operating in a co-ordinated network of short- and long-
to military activity. Every day, volunteers risk their lives to deliver
range supply lines, we could provide an almost inexhaustible supply-chain
supplies to Ukrainian frontline forces or beleaguered civilians, and sadly,
to deliver anything that front line forces or trapped civilians might need
many give their lives in doing so.
without risking a single human life.
In particular, Ukraine’s rail network, one of the largest in the world,
Flying at night, close to the ground (nap of the earth) and employing
with 12,400 miles of track, has played a huge role in the conflict
specialist technology to allow flights in areas where Global Navigation
so far, delivering refugees, aid and military ordnance to and from
Satellite Systems (GNSS) are jammed and coatings designed to
Eastern Ukraine. In recent weeks, Russia has recognised this much ,
significantly reduce radar cross-section, it would be possible to
targeting rail junctions in central and western Ukraine to stop
significantly enhance supply lines into the Ukrainian frontline or into
inbound military aid from Western nations that are resupplying
Russian controlled areas or frontline locations. Of course, there would
Ukrainians in the east of the country.
be losses…but not in human life and replenishing these vehicles would
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be cost effective and rapid, so surely, we should be exploring and As western countries move to commit billions more in aid to Ukraine
implementing this technology as a matter of urgency.
– the UK alone pledging a further £1.3bn2 in military support – there is a risk they will not be able to reach the East of the largest country
These capabilities are available now through the application of
in Europe. Robert Garbett, one of the world’s leading advisors on the
commercial drone technology and at a tiny fraction of the cost of
advanced capabilities of unmanned air systems (drones) – has stressed
just one military offensive air drone system… so why aren’t we using
the potential for commercial drone technology to provide an innovative,
it? Understandably, requests for air drone technology from Ukraine
lower-risk solution to the mounting issue of keeping Ukrainians in the
focusses on the need for military grade offensive systems and small
east of Ukraine supplied sufficiently supplied to push back Putin’s army.
Chinese camera systems because they have been, and continue to be, effective in a rapidly moving conflict but, it is also a fact that no-one is offering them, and you don’t know what you don’t know. The missed opportunity is that, in the desire to supply Ukraine with what it is asking for, it seems no one is considering alternative methods for turning the tide against Putin’s aggression.
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N O S U FOC TICS, S I G LO TERIAL A Y L P M P U T S R O O N DRONES F E DONBAS
NE I A R UK CRISIS TH E
V G A N S I S O U T S N I CHA
Of course, drones could be utilised for more than just logistics. Fast-
During the Second World War, the British were famous for their
moving, quiet air drone systems in an electronic warfare role to disrupt
ingenuity in the face of adversity and tyranny, and so it can be again…
Russian communications on the ground or confuse Russian aircraft; small
Now is the time to show we can provide powerful solutions using
systems can also be used to deliver passive target acquisition beacons to
existing civilian air drone technology sourced from suppliers around
increase the efficacy of defence systems. The long and short of it is that
the world to deliver a co-ordinated logistics supply and relief effort.
while we are slowly making progress, I believe more could be done if we
Coupled with ingenuity and the determination of the Ukrainian people
think more creatively about how we can utilise drones to help people
I believe that this can make a huge difference in the struggle ahead,
across Ukraine – whether they be fighting on the front line or trapped in
keeping front line forces and trapped civilians supplied. Morale is one of
besieged towns and cities – gain better access to the supplies that nations
the core principles of war and resupply is essential to its maintenance.
across the globe have so generously and bravely donated.
To win the war in Ukraine, we need to focus on logistics, not material.
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More details here: https://www.politico.eu/article/russia-targets-ukraine-railway-stations/
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https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/uk-provide-13-billion-pounds-further-military-support-ukraine-2022-05-07/
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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS Opportunities to network and promote your services. Related topics Conferences Expositions Networking
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LOGISTICS UK ANNOUNCES
VAN DRIVER OF THE YEAR
P
aul Simonds of G4S Cash Solutions has today (11 May 2022) been crowned Logistics UK’s Van Driver of the Year 2022 following a competition day held at Farnborough International
Exhibition and Conference Centre alongside ITT Hub and the Future Logistics Conference. Mr
Simonds fought off tough competition from 10 other finalists, also
Winner, Paul Simonds, comments:
I am thrilled to have won Logistics
winning Van Excellence Driver of the Year 2022 – supported by Bott –
UK’s Van Driver of the Year 2022. I love my role as a van driver and to
and three individual tasks.
be recognised on this scale is overwhelming. It has also been a wonderful opportunity to meet and talk with so many talented drivers here who
The role of a van driver is varied and complex, and Logistics UK is proud
share the same passion for driving and upholding the high standards
to formally recognise the best of the best.
and reputation of the sector. I would like to thank all of my managers for their ongoing support, particularly Tony Baker and Chris Wilcox
Van drivers are the lifeblood of the UK’s economy, continuously servicing the needs of the nation via the delivery of goods and essential
for their assistance with this competition. I would also like to thank Logistics UK for recognising the work of our vital sector.
services. It is vital that as an industry we recognise and celebrate these unsung heroes, and these awards are the perfect opportunity to do
Second place was awarded to Alex Tilley of Moy Park, with Adam
just that. The role of a van driver requires a multitude of skills; drivers
Fretter of Truline securing third place. Additional awards were also
often have to navigate changing road spaces and time pressures while
presented to winners of particular skills tasks:
ensuring they demonstrate safe and efficient driving at all times. The challenges entrants have taken part in as part of our competition were
• Safe driving style, supported by Quartix: Paul Simonds
designed to replicate some of the skills needed in industry, including
• Economical driving, supported by WTW: Alex Tilley
‘safe driving’ style, legislative knowledge, and safe and efficient
• Legislative knowledge, supported by Lex Autolease: Paul Simonds
manoeuvring, and we have been extremely impressed with the level
• Manoeuvring, supported by Brigade Electronics: Paul Simonds
of skill from this year’s entrants. All participants should be very proud
• Pre-use defect checks, supported by AA: Carl Lightbown
of their achievements, and I’d like to extend my congratulations to our
• Risk assessment, supported by TVL: Adam Fretter
well-deserved finalists and winners. Kevin Green, Marketing & Communications Director, Logistics UK
A presentation took place on the day (11 May 2022) where winners were awarded their well-deserved trophies and prizes, which included a holiday voucher, a Red Letter Day voucher and Amazon vouchers. The 11 shortlisted individuals included those from Truline, Moy Park, G4S Cash Solutions, Wayfair, Greencore and Chamberlain Doors. FORWARDER magazine
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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS MULTIMODAL
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The 2021 sessions addressed training, recruitment and the skills gap which are major threats to the success of many companies, with a major focus on apprenticeships, training, re/upskilling, education and recruitment with seminars and initiatives specific to this sector. Watch out for exciting announcements in this area ... for 2022. Multimodal Check out our own recruitment section in the magazine for a selection
ultimodal's here! A decade and a half bringing together
of freight-industry opportunities, as well as visiting forwardingjobs.com
the best in the business, from the big shippers to the
for the latest roles, updated daily.
supporting players.
You can expect to see the A–Z of big names, from Allseas to Zencargo, along with all of the tech, financial, legal and other companies that make their role possible. We're back as well, having had representatives (under various banners within Headford Group) at the show since its inception in 2008.
We also have representatives from each division of Headford Group at the show, so whether you're buying a company, staffing it, advertising it or selling it (and depending on when and where you're reading this) a) come and see us at stand 3040, b) thank you for visiting us at stand 3040 and we look forward to working with you, or c) look at you now... why oh why didn't you just COME & SEE US AT STAND 3040?
One of our first exhibitions, in 2009
There's a definite drive this year towards replenishing the workforce in the multiple and various aftermaths in which we seem constantly to find ourselves. With that in mind Multimodal has partnered, alongside the Institute of Export and International Trade, with the Career Colleges Trust. The CCT specialises in filling skills gaps in specific industries, and logistics is at the top of their list.
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EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS NEWS 31 MAY 2022
PROLIFERATION OF INNOVATION IN SUPPLY CHAIN SAFETY
ENCAPSULATED IN AWARDS DIGEST
T
T Club and ICHCA’s concerted efforts to encourage improved
Our dedication to improve safety standards in the global transport
levels of safety across the supply chain have brought significant
and logistics industry continually is part of the core mission of TT Club
results as evidenced by the number and quality of projects
as a mutual insurer specialising in liability and asset covers for freight
entered into the 2021 Innovation in Safety Awards. The results of the
transport and cargo handling operators and cargo handlers. Founding
over 30 organisations submitting their initiatives have now been compiled
and continuing to support this Innovation in Safety Award programme
into a Digest to allow their full potential to be realised across the industry.
is central to who TT is and it has been rewarding to see a record number of submissions in 2021. VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S
Initiated in 2016 and hosted by ICHCA International, the TT Club
was announced the winner for its HydroPen system designed to fight
Innovation in Safety Award has been designed not just to recognise
onboard container fires. But it is vital that all the innovations that were
excellence in the field but above all to both encourage further resource
entered should be profiled in full through this Digest.
to be invested in resolving safety issues, and to allow ground-breaking
Peregrine Storrs-Fox, Risk Management Director, TT Club
research and development to be accessed by all those operating the global supply chain.
Submissions to the Award programme have ranged in focus
It is vital that the phenomenal work being carried out by the
from bulk cargo handling to
organisations that enter these Awards be made available to others who
securing containers and their
can benefit from the improved safety measures that are on display.
cargoes; from safety reporting
Consequently, we have produced this Innovation in Safety Awards
and education to the correct
Digest, which brings together details of a wide variety of products and
handling of dangerous materials;
procedures that achieve a demonstrable improvement in cargo handling
from environmental monitoring
and transport safety.
to fire detection and suppression.
Richard Steele, CEO, ICHCA
The Digest demonstrates the energ y deployed globally in
TT Club, as a prominent freight transport insurer, and ICHCA
enhancing safety and the quality
International, the association representing cargo handlers, have
of developments. It is hoped its publication will further encourage
long worked together to identify and promote operational safety in
the industry’s commitment to safety efforts throughout the supply
the industry. They consistently generate safety advice and support
chain as a whole.
innovation to improve safety in cargo operations and logistics.
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icester-based transport and distribution company Darcica
output, so we’re delighted to be recognised by OXBA. We were one
Logistics, one of the newest members of Palletways UK’s
of the first companies to join and successfully achieve the Mission Zero
express palletised freight network, has been recognised as a
Standard, we put sustainable practices at the heart of everything we do.
finalist in the Oxfordshire Business Awards (OXBA) for its green and
This includes a fully electric 3.5t vehicle, which was purchased to service
sustainability credentials.
the Oxford Zero Emission Zone, a zone which is set to expand its catchment area this year. We estimate this will result in some savings of
Despite being a young business - a SME start up during the Covid-19
5.71 tonne CO2 a year and means we can continue to service customers
pandemic - the family-run and owned business has a clear commitment
in the zone with sustainable deliveries via a fully electric fleet.
and strategy to reducing emissions, waste, water and energy. It was selected by the judging panel as a contender in its Green Award, the winner of which will be announced next month.
Darcica has made a significant contribution to the strength of the network over the past six months and their green credentials are well deserving of this accolade. The company sets an excellent example to
Darcica provides solutions for fast and efficient delivery and fulfillment
the haulage industry at a time when it’s never been more important to
services and recently joined Palletways. Owner Anthony Tattersall
focus on ways we can all make journeys more sustainable and reduce
comments:
the sector’s carbon footprint.
The logistics transportation industry has one of the
biggest impacts on the environment in terms of greenhouse gas emission
Warwick Trimble, UK Network Director, Palletways
rates, and we want to lead the way in reducing the industry’s carbon 10 MARCH 2022
BICESTER DISTRIBUTION COMPANY
RECOGNISED FOR GREEN CREDENTIALS
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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Documented permission to pass that a national customs authority grants to imported/exported goods so that they can enter/leave the country. Related topics Bonded warehousing Customs brokerage Duties & taxes
Sponsored by
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ASM HELPS UK BUSINESSES PREPARE FOR NEW CUSTOMS DECLARATION SERVICE WITH
SEQUOIA’S INTEGRATED LIVE TEST PLATFORM ASM says companies who prepare and plan for CDS
ASM is currently assisting more than 500 businesses that use Sequoia
will avoid delays and higher costs
to be CDS-ready before the deadline.
A
gency Sector Management (ASM) has provided access to the
Sequoia connects to all port community systems. The software is
Customs Declaration Service (CDS) online training platform
routinely updated, and the latest version, 5.7, is now available for users
for more than two thirds of its user base.
to download.
ASM’s Sequoia Customs clearance software, provides users with
ASM is a not-for-profit freight software supplier that is owned by its
unlimited test access to CDS in advance of it going live for imports
users and provides impartial representation for freight forwarders to
this September.
all levels of government and trade bodies.
CDS will replace the current system, Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF), for Imports, from 30th September 2022, and for export declarations from 31st March 2023. It is essential UK freight industry workers are able to understand and readily use CDS and this live test environment is the perfect way to train users, as well as examine bottlenecks and receive feedback for future development. It is great to have provided access to the live test environment for more than 300 businesses, but there are far more businesses out there that have not taken any steps to transition from CHIEF to CDS. We cannot stress enough just how important it is for UK businesses to get trained and prepared for the end of CHIEF and the full-time use of CDS. Those who do not prepare for the change will be left behind and face issues surrounding non-compliance with UK customs rules, meaning they will face higher costs and more delays. Peter MacSwiney, Chairman, ASM
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CUSTOMS CLEARANCE NEWS 16 MAY 2022
EEZYIMPORT DIY PLATFORM EXPANDS SCOPE WITH
EEZY FREIGHT
...A GLOBAL LCL SHIPMENT SERVICE
e
ezy Freight offers digital freight quotes for LCL shipments;
Eezy Freight offers U.S. shipper customers an additional benefit:
freight booking; tracking with eezy dashboard and integrated
the option to integrate their U.S. customs documents with their
customs processing, all on the eezyimport platform.
freight bookings. Customers can quickly create their ISF and Customs Entry Summary through the eezyimport platform. Once the freight is
U.S.-Israeli freight tech company eezyimport is excited to announce
booked, the platform easily accesses these shipment details for customs
eezy Freight - an International LCL (less than container load) digital
documentation, which eliminates the need to fill-out forms twice.
shipping service connecting global shippers with leading ocean carrier services to ensure efficient consolidations and space-sharing without lead time delays.
eezy Freight’s global LCL services expand our commitment to helping smaller volume shippers succeed in an increasingly competitive landscape. We welcome all global SMB LCL shippers that cannot fill
This new intuitive, online service incorporates the company’s
a container so benefit from sharing space with other businesses in
accumulated knowledge and expertise in simplifying supply chain
the same situation. By giving customers competitive rates, control
logistics for SMBs (small and medium-sized businesses). Eezy Freight
and transparency, as well as top-notch service, we help support their
provides a worry-free, economical approach for scheduling inbound
business’ success.
U.S. LCL shipments that’s simple and easy-to-use.
Asaf Fridenson, founder & CEO, eezyimport
Eezy Freight LCL global services are currently available from China, India, and Israel to the US. Additional services from Italy, Spain, Turkey, and Germany will be announced in the near future.
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escartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-
We’re pleased to help Farsound Aviation improve control
intensive businesses in commerce, has helped Farsound
of its customs processes. The integration with Descartes
Aviation, a prominent service provider for the world’s
e-Customs has allowed Farsound Aviation to manage
aerospace industry, to improve its profitability by automating compliance
inbound and outbound declarations with one easy-to-use
with U.K./EU customs regulations with the Descartes e-Customs™
application, which has led to significant cost savings.
filing solution. The use of Descartes e-Customs resulted in annual cost
Pol Sweeney,
savings of thousands of pounds.
VP Sales & Business Manager UK, Descartes
Before using Descartes e-Customs, our business was shedding a large amount of costs associated with import duties due to inefficient filing practices. Our investment in Descartes’ solution was easily justified based on the duty savings alone and we have enhanced our overall compliance by automating inbound and outbound declaration processes from within one advanced solution. Ian Burley, Operations Director, Farsound Aviation Farsound Aviation provides parts distribution, logistics and supply chain management services to customers in the aerospace repair industry, all over the world. Farsound imports the majority of its materials from the U.S., Europe and the Far East, which are then distributed to the company’s global customer base. The import and export customs and excise filing process was a significant burden for the Farsound Aviation team before the deployment of Descartes e-Customs helped them to gain control of the customs filing process and minimize their spend. Descartes e-Customs is a secure, web-based solution that can help filers submit the data to HMRC and other government agencies from within a concise, easy-to-use interface. From template-driven declarations, clientspecific data and the ability to duplicate previous declarations, Descartes e-Customs can adapt to the multiple ways that companies operate. 17 MAY 2022
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TRANSITIONING FROM
CHIEF TO CDS
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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he UK’s existing electronic system for handling customs
Because the two systems are not a one-to-one match, companies will
declaration processes, CHIEF, will soon be retired and
need to adjust to CDS customs declarations’ new layout and format and
replaced by the new Customs Declaration Service (CDS).
plan for updates to software, training, and business processes.
Chris Curtin, head of customs and logistics for EMEA at DDC FPO, outlines how companies, with the right planning and support, can adapt
Here are some of the key differences between CHIEF and CDS:
to CDS, continue to serve your clients, and protect your bottom line The Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) – the UK’s existing electronic system for handling customs declaration processes – will soon be retired and replaced by the new Customs Declaration Service (CDS). The closure of the CHIEF system (which has been in the works since 2019 but was delayed due to Brexit) is expected to be complete by mid-June 2023. The first phase of the transition process will begin in September 2022. Anyone who imports or exports from the UK should be aware of the upcoming changes and have a plan to make the transition process as smooth as possible. Here, we’ll provide an overview of what you need to know about the phasing stages from CHIEF to CDS. For a more detailed comparison, you can find the article on the HM
What is the Customs Declaration Service?
Revenue & Customs website.
The Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is a system that supports the import and export of goods into and out of the UK. It’s replacing the
Transition dates to know
CHIEF system that has been in place since 1994, which can’t effectively
The CDS system is already up and running, and many companies have
handle the complexities of post-Brexit EU customs requirements.
already made the switch. If you’re still using CHIEF, here are two important dates to keep in mind:
The CDS system has been live since 2018, but the first big shift to mandatory usage of CDS is coming in late 2022* – a once-in-a-generation
• 30 September 2022: New import declarations will close on CHIEF.
change that will challenge IT departments and customs brokerage
• 31 March 2023: New export declarations close on CHIEF
processing teams throughout the transportation and logistics industry.
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/ National Exports Systems.
Given these closure dates, companies may continue declaring export declarations on CHIEF through March 2023, but all import declarations must be made via CDS after September 2022.Connecting disparate systems to streamline the transmission of information
How to prepare for the Customs Declaration Service transition As with any change to existing processes, the switch to CDS may cause slowdowns, higher stress levels, and increased paperwork errors – which can negatively impact KPIs and customer experience. Luckily, there are some steps you can take to make sure you’re not overwhelmed when the deadlines roll around:
Conclusion Making a last-minute switch from CHIEF to CDS without the proper
• Have your EORI ready. You’ll need an Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number tied to your
preparation could wreak havoc on your business processes and cause unnecessary stress for agents and clients alike.
declarations to use the CDS system. • Register for CDS. Use your Government Gateway account
To recap, be sure to do the following ahead of the upcoming deadlines:
details to register for CDS. If you don’t have a Government Gateway account, you can create one. • Coordinate with your software provider. If you use third-
• Complete your CDS registration (if you haven’t already) • Coordinate with your software provider
party customs software, your provider should already be in the
• Familiarise yourself and your team with new procedures
process of updating your application(s) to be compatible with CDS.
• Decide how you’ll manage your team’s capacity during
Once preparations are complete, you’ll need to coordinate with
the transition period
your provider to ensure they’re authorised to make declarations on your behalf in the CDS system. • Train your team on what’s changing. As we learned with Brexit, adapting to new and unfamiliar paperwork is a challenge for freight
Adjusting processes is never easy, but with the right planning and support, you can adapt to CDS, continue to serve your clients and protect your bottom line.
and logistics companies. The layout and format of CDS declarations are different from CHIEF declarations and require different codes and
Chris Curtin is head of customs and logistics for EMEA at DDC FPO
procedures, so agents will need additional training to prevent costly
– a strategic business process outsourcing (BPO) partner for the
errors. Reference UK Trade Tariff: volume 3 for CDS for guidance.
transport and logistics industries that enables clients to focus on core
• Prepare for a capacity crunch. Many organisations will need
competencies and achieve their goals
additional support to reduce pressure on agents and maintain performance during the transition period. Hiring more in-house
www.ddcfpo.com/post-brexit-solutions
staff is an option, but it’s often costly, time-consuming, and not scalable. You may want to consider partnering with a business process outsourcing (BPO) provider who can key data and/or
* CDS declarations have been mandatory for all imports into
QA before submittingdeclarations. That way, you can quickly
Northern Ireland since October 2021.
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he landscape for cross-border e-commerce has changed
For instance, UK eco-bottle company Chilly’s began shipping to European
drastically over the last two years. It’s been reshaped by
countries first and added farther-flung destinations over time. Asendia runs
the global pandemic, which greatly inflated demand, while
their European fulfilment service via our Bedford facility, including the pick
simultaneously causing logistical hurdles. Customs have become more
and pack operation, and distribution for overseas orders. As with all fast-
complicated; 2021 saw the arrival of the EU’s Import Control System
growing SMEs, Chilly’s needed flexible storage, and full scalability, so that
2 (ICS2), and the USA’s STOP Act. Now, with conflict in Ukraine, port
they never missed a sales opportunity as new countries came on stream.
blockages, and steeply rising costs of raw materials, fuel and power,
And because Asendia has a global network for shipping, and fulfilment
new challenges abound.
centres in Asia and the USA, Chilly’s was able to build these markets.
In this climate, SMEs, for instance, niche fashion, homeware, and health
Today the beautifully-designed reusable water bottles are being shipped to
and beauty brands, may be deterred from expanding their e-commerce
32 countries outside the UK, to the delight of online shoppers in Sweden,
operations internationally. However, to achieve revenue growth, exploring
Hungary, Portugal, Hong Kong, Qatar, and many more destinations.
new markets remains a key business objective for many. So, how easy is it to send orders internationally today, and what are the risks?
Streamlining customs control A common mistake for e-commerce SMEs is to rush into sending all
Shipping overseas as a growth strategy
orders out ‘express’ to ensure customers are happy, but there’s a risk
When expanding e-commerce beyond the domestic market, most UK-
of losing margin doing this. It’s better to only offer a basic delivery for
based companies tend to focus first on neighbouring EU countries and
overseas shipments – receipt in five working days, for example – which
the US, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia –proximity and English-
is cost-effective. Then as soon as volumes are high enough, costs can be
speaking countries. These are relatively ‘easy to do’ markets, even if
negotiated for a good express delivery rate. SMEs planning international
Brexit red tape and geographical distance, (and therefore costs) are
e-commerce logistics should take returns into account too, checking
currently posing challenges.
that couriers have adequate systems in place to manage that vital service, factoring in international borders.
But it’s important not to overlook opportunities in less obvious places such as India, Israel, the Middle East, and, increasingly, Southeast Asia.
Retailers need to have the right commodity codes and understand duty
These all need careful research and planning by retailers and brands,
and VAT rates. An SME venturing abroad will have a choice: do they
because of language, customs, cultural, and location challenges. It’s vital
want to own customs compliance, hire a broker, or let the partner do
to find shipping or specialist partners who are well-versed in transporting
it for them? Investing in these outsourced services should be carefully
packages into destinations that are quite simply ‘harder to do’, but that
considered. What exactly are the charges? Is value being delivered? If
will deliver great yields once established. If the chosen partner operates
the chosen broker or logistics partner doesn’t manage customs and VAT
a network model, whereby there are already commercial relationships
well, it can lead to parcels being stuck in ports for weeks, with the brand
in place with air freight operators, postal services, and last-mile couriers
facing hefty customs fines because the paperwork is wrong.
around the world, so much the better.
Benefits of a specialist e-commerce partner Typically, a freight forwarder collects and moves a company’s goods
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https://www.chillys.com/uk
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https://chillysbottles.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/206908929
specialists may also provide optional services, including warehousing,
-Do-you-ship-Chilly-s-Bottles-outside-of-the-UK
pick and pack, storage, and returns management. Some may also
https://www.asendia.co.uk/asendia-insights/new-vat-rules
facilitate cash flow and administrative benefits by simplifying and
-for-eu-ecommerce
deferring customs obligations.
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A good distribution partner might also take on an advisory role.
For niche, independent brands with lofty ambitions,
For instance, they should be able to recommend where in the world
it will pay to work with experts who can fully support
a brand’s products would sell well. For instance, at Asendia our data
their plans to scale-up cross-border operations in the
makes it very clear that France is a hot spot for fast fashion, while
most cost-effective, and flexible ways. In my view, the
shoppers in Israel love British childrenswear brands. If you can ship to
pressure has never been greater for shipping partners
countries where there is a niche market for your product, sales can fly.
to step up and help smaller customers navigate today’s endless red tape and logistical black holes.
Flexibility wins sales The ongoing global shortage of shipping containers and air freight
Carl Loader, Fulfilment Director, Asendia UK
flights has led to painfully high delivery costs and long wait times. One workaround is to find warehouses nearer to your overseas customers, and stock them ahead of time, so shoppers can get their orders in just a few days. E-commerce shipping and fulfilment specialists see a bright future as enablers of retailers’ cross-border plans and are investing in international fulfilment hubs, similar to those operated by the likes of Asos.com, Amazon, and Alibaba (the Chinese e-commerce giant). Shipping specialists understand international shipping lanes, can advise on the quickest, or safest cross-border routes, and have access to highly sought-after warehouse space and specialist fulfilment services. Proactive shipping companies will also find alternative routes and new ways of reaching customers when unexpected problems arise along traditional supply chains – often at very short notice.
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LAST-MILE DELIVERY SERVICES: 18 MAY 2022
GEBRÜDER WEISS EXPRESS INVESTS & EXPANDS The cross-border e-commerce joint venture Gebrüder Weiss Express expands its service to the whole EU, the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Israel / New office in Guangzhou opened / Service volume of up to 25 million parcels expected in 2022
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mbitious growth targets: The Shanghai-based cross-border e-commerce joint venture 'Gebrüder Weiss Express China' aims to more than triple its service volume to 25 million
parcels in 2022 compared to the year before. The company expands its service area rapidly: After focusing on Central and Eastern European countries in the early years, Gebrüder Weiss Express now offers last-mile-delivery services in the whole European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and
Global network
Israel. In January 2022, a Guangzhou office with 23 employees has
With a strong global logistics network, Gebrüder Weiss Express manages
been opened. Gebrüder Weiss Express was established in 2020 and
the customs clearance locally, at airports close to the destination of
developed out of the Gebrüder Weiss China e-commerce department
the parcel. In the Central and Eastern European countries, one of the
which had been set up in 2017. The Joint Venture partner is Global
last mile delivery partners is the parcel service DPD Austria, of which
Freight Systems China Ltd (GFS), a cross-border e-commerce company
Gebrüder Weiss is a partner and shareholder. In all the target markets,
that was established in Guangzhou in 2004.
Gebrüder Weiss Express works with local experts.
We diversified
the choice of service providers, making the overall processes more We offer customs clearance and efficient, quick last-mile delivery.
efficient and targeted to each market,
explains Mr. Chen.
Existing and new partnerships with Chinese and Western e-commerce companies have enabled us to expand our service spectrum. We now cover many of the world’s biggest e-commerce markets. Stan Chen, General Manager, Gebrüder Weiss Express China
Growth potential We continue to believe in the big potential of cross-border e-commerce. This sector is growing, and we expect that the volume of parcel shipments between China and Western countries will rise in the coming years. Thanks to our global network and know-how, we can offer specialized solutions to e-commerce companies.
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CARGO-PARTNER ACHIEVES RECORD
TURNOVER OF €1.8bn IN 2021
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n a challenging market environment, cargo-partner recorded a significant increase in turnover as well as volume growth in all areas of its business activities in 2021. The successful growth trajectory is
also reflected in the expansion of the global branch office network and an increase in warehouse capacity. Stability and flexibility in challenging times – these maxims have proven to be a formula for success at cargo-partner. After exceeding the billion euro mark in global turnover for the first time in 2020, the international transport and logistics provider recorded a further increase in turnover last year. Compared to the reference period, the company’s turnover increased by 72% and reached over 1.8 billion euro in 2021.
Innovative solutions and network expansion CEO Stefan Krauter is pleased with the positive result:
We realized
Boom in airfreight and growth in road transport and warehouse logistics
early on what would matter in the Covid crisis and reacted quickly in
The logistics provider achieved single- or double-digit growth in all areas
adapting our internal processes and our service portfolio. We have
in terms of volume, but the biggest sales driver was the historically
further strengthened our long-established presence in Central and
high freight rates. The strongest growth was seen in airfreight, where
Eastern Europe and in Asia and also tapped into strategically important
tonnage rose from over 180,000 t to just under 240,000 t in 2021. This
new target markets with office openings in the United Kingdom, Greece,
increase of over 32% can be credited mainly to the company’s extensive
North Macedonia, Australia and most recently Indonesia. We go where
range of charter and emergency solutions, which have been in growing
our customers need us, focusing on sustainable growth for our company
customer demand for some time.
and on the development of long-term client relationships. cargo-partner’s expanded range of road transport and warehousing In FCL rail transport, cargo-partner handled 15,000 TEU last year –
services contributed to growth of 19.3% in the trucking/logistics
almost 40% more than in 2020, while LCL rail transport volumes grew
segment in 2021. Global warehouse space increased from 260,000 m² to
from 66,000 to 110,000 m³. Though service via the New Silk Road has
more than 280,000 m², with cargo-partner investing in new warehouse
currently been suspended due to the Ukraine conflict, cargo-partner
capacities in Germany, Croatia, Slovenia, China and Thailand, among
provides alternatives with its highly successful 'Adria Express Service'
other countries. Of course, this growth is also reflected in the number
between Asia and Koper as well as customized charter solutions.
of employees: cargo-partner hired more than 500 new employees in
Seafreight shipments also reached a record level of 318,000 TEU in
2021 and currently employs 3,900 people in 40 countries.
2021 despite the tense market situation.
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INDUSTRY SERVICES COVER FEATURE HEADFORD GROUP REACHES 20th ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE
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ntrepreneur Craig Headford’s logistics industry business and recruitment agency, Headford Group, has reached a significant milestone: 20 years of successfully placing people in
strategic logistics roles around the world. Bristol-born Craig returned to the city in 2002 to start the business that would see thousands of vacancies in the supply chain filled with first-class operatives over the next 20 years.
After two decades in the driving seat, Craig retains the passion he had when he launched the business. He says,
Whilst I am at the helm, we
will certainly have a passion for growth. My vision is to build a business globally that employs over 1,000 people. Carrying him towards that target is a portfolio of strategic business support activities that make the group stand out in the industry and provide first-class strategic tools to help the logistics industry work more successfully and profitably.
Core values The core of the Headford Group success is Craig’s ethos: that the need to create a business that is more a family of personnel than a group of individuals who lack any team spirit is vital. This is as important to a successful business as is turning a profit.
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We are still now very much a family-style business and my management team are very loyal and close to me. My vision is to build a legacy. We are global and are recruiting staff for all business-critical departments of our business. Hopefully, a fair number of those will be the family, children and friends of my existing highly performant team members. All these years after founding the Group, Craig can look back on how
Craig about halfway through his Headford Group journey...
...with some of his early team members
his business has not been terminally deflected by global and business events and has reached 2022 in a strong and healthy position. Despite numerous challenges over the last 20 years we have battled on. We had the stock market crash in 2008, Brexit uncertainty and a global pandemic in that time. Because of this, I am very proud of our growth and achievements so far. As to where the Group might be after its second couple of decades in 2042, there may be a further family angle… A lot depends on my management team, my son Oscar and what
Craig joined the freight industry at 16 and spent the
he wishes to do in the future. Some of my key management team
next 14 years in both operations and sales, leaving it
are considerably younger than me so I would like a situation where
after the Millennium to work briefly in IT recruitment.
they could continue to run it and train and develop Oscar should he
In 2002 he decided to combine his experience in logistics
wish to join the company.
and recruitment into what became Headford Group.
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That’s 35 years of almost uninterrupted experience and knowledge.
A major concern of the times has become the opportunities offered to
Craig’s primary reason for setting the business up was that he missed
women across all sectors of business and commerce. Craig is completely
the industry and the people in it. However, this did not blind him to
behind expanding opportunities for female staff. He says,
the need to establish a viable and profitable company that satisfied its
to say we are seeing a significant growth in the number of women coming
clients’ needs. He says,
I am pleased
I believed I could add significant value to the
into the industry. Some of the top jobs are now held by women, and rightly
bottom line of a lot of my contacts in the industry, combining my overall
so. Headford Group is certainly pushing its female headcount and over
knowledge of the forwarding industry and my extensive recruitment
50% of this year’s hires have been women for the recruitment part of the
training from a market-leading recruitment business.
business. There is a massive skills shortage in freight forwarding globally. We are fighting this head on by use of our job board, forwardingjobs.
It is not possible to know exactly how many people Craig and his
com. We are adding additional executive search consultants and seeing a
team have placed in satisfactory roles, but it would surely run into the
massive increase in our candidate marketing spend. We genuinely believe
thousands over the 20-year period.
that with our combined resources as a group we have access to more candidates than all of our competitors combined.
We currently have 30 consultants and this will be rising to over 50 by the end of 2022, spread across the Group’s recruitment companies
Needless to say, everyone in the Group is very excited
in various countries. There is nothing more rewarding than getting paid
about the next 20 years.
to assist somebody with their career path and income. It is perhaps obvious, but still worth pointing out, that the job market, like the rest of business in 2002, was very much still in the hangover from the 20th century. Now, the world is most definitely in the 21st century.
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SUPPLY CHAIN CONGESTION INCREASES
THREAT OF CARGO THEFT
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oint report of 2021 global cargo theft trends finds shift in
As the graphic above illustrates the products most frequently involved in
emphasis from risk of in-transit, vehicle- based attacks to losses
global cargo thefts overall last year, included agricultural produce (12%),
while cargo is at-rest – storage locations are critical at risk
food and beverage (14%), construction materials (9%) and electronics
areas. Widespread congestion at ports and inland facilities lead to
(10%) Significantly, many of the materials used to produce the latter
increased opportunity for thieves during the period
two, such as nitrogen, iron ore, lumber, steel and semiconductors, have all experienced sharp price increases since the outbreak of the global
The annual report, based on recent incident data for the whole of 2021
pandemic due to shortages with a consequent increase in the value of
collated from sources including law enforcement agencies, governments
the manufactured products.
and trade associations, has been compiled, as in the past years by leading international transport and logistics insurer, TT Club and global provider
The report also offers advice on how operators can protect their cargo
of supply chain intelligence, BSI. In this last reporting period input from
from the theft risks outlined. Tony Pelli, BSI’s Practice Director for
the Transported Asset Protection Association’s (TAPA) Europe, Middle
Security and Resilience has produced a checklist of precautionary action
East & Africa (EMEA) region has also helped to significantly increase the
points.
level of intelligence in these territories.
careful verification of trucking companies and other sub-contractors;
To mitigate risk there are a range of safeguards, including
insisting on the provision of details such as driver’s name, trailer number Constant vigilance is required in order to combat the growing risk
and appointed pick-up times and background screening of employees,
divergence in theft trends. Criminals are quick to adapt to prevailing
explains Pelli.
conditions and have swiftly responded to the increased opportunities
and advice will help supply chain partners to maintain and increase their
Vigilance is paramount, and we hope our reporting
that supply chain congestion presents through the amount of cargo
diligent efforts to combat crime.
laying idle. In addition, the transport industry’s growing reliance on technology and a rapidly changing market for sourcing materials
What we are seeing in EMEA is a heightened level of risk to virtually
and components have opened up new avenues for criminals to take
all types of goods moving in supply chains across our region. This comes
advantage of companies’ increased vulnerabilities. TT, along with its
from increasingly active and sophisticated organised crime groups which
partners is committed to tracking and reporting on such developments
often regard supply chains as an easy and lucrative target. Sadly, too
in criminals methods of operation in order to reduce the risk of losses
many companies wait to seek solutions until they become a victim of a
wherever possible.
cargo crime but, by then, they will have suffered a significant financial
Mike Yarwood, Managing Director, Loss Prevention, TT Club
and reputational loss. The way forward is to recognise the risks which exist and to learn about the industry standards, training and intelligence solutions which are available today and which are already key to the supply chain resilience of leading manufacturers and freight transport and logistic providers. All is not lost, but it is a time for action to manage these risks and prevent rising product losses. Thorsten Neumann, President & CEO, TAPA EMEA
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INDUSTRY SERVICES NEWS 10 MAY 2022
37% OF TRANSPORT & WAREHOUSING COMPANIES
UP THEIR RATES AS COSTS RISE
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he latest Government figures show 56% of transport, logistics and storage companies faced higher costs in March, leading 37.3% of them to raise their prices. ParcelHero warns
increased transport costs will lead to higher retail prices. The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) Business Insights report shows transport and storage companies were forced to pass on higher
This underscores the fact that transport and storage sector companies
costs to their customers in April. The home delivery expert ParcelHero
are by no means the worst offenders when it comes to quickly passing
warns this will raise retail prices and the cost of home deliveries.
on costs. A sizeable 45.1% of accommodation & food services companies and 42.6% of construction companies said they were increasing the price
The following is from ParcelHero’s Head of Consumer Research,
of their goods and services in April.
David Jinks M.I.L.T.: The impact of the rise in costs does not end there. A total of 17.5% of It’s not only households that are facing steep rises in costs. Transport,
transport and warehousing companies said their turnover decreased
logistics and warehousing companies have also faced significant increases
in March. However, problems for some companies were opportunities
in the cost of energy and materials, and many are being forced to pass
for others in the sector and 15.1% actually reported increased turnover
these on to their own customers.
during the month.
In all, 37.3% of transport, distribution and warehousing companies
There was also some good news for employees in the transport and
reported they were increasing their rates in April. That’s because 56%
warehousing sector. The ONS' latest business wave report says that,
of companies in this sector faced significant rises in costs during March.
even though costs for companies were rising fast, none of the businesses said they were planning redundancies, and only 4.2% planned any
Of course, it is shoppers who will pay the price for rising supply chain
significant decrease to staff working hours.
costs, and they will end up spending more for food and goods in the next months. With that in mind, both consumers and retailers might be
Many haulage and courier companies operate on relatively low margins,
heartened to learn that 25.3% of transport, delivery and warehousing
so the sector has little protection or wiggle room against increases
companies said they planned to keep on absorbing increased costs
in fuel and equipment costs. To find out more about how logistics
themselves, rather than pass them on, or even reduce costs.
companies and their partner retailers are innovating to reduce costs and maximise the potential of technology, see ParcelHero’s study on ‘Dark Stores’ and the High Street of the future at: parcelhero.com/ research/shop-of-the-future
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id you start a business from home during lockdown that’s taken off? Need more space for your stock or business equipment? Using self-storage is an ideal solution for all your
small business needs.
POSITIVES OF WAREHOUSE STORAGE Holds large amounts of stock Warehouse storage can provide big businesses with large scale space, typically up upwards of 1,000 sq. ft. this type of storage is ideal for
We’ll weigh up the pros and cons of using conventional warehouse
machinery or large amounts of stock/equipment.
storage and take a look at why self-storage might be more suited for
Location and accessibility
your business.
To accommodate a large amount of space needed, warehouse storage
Conventional warehouse spacing solutions
is often on the outskirts of cities. They’re often accessible from main
Many businesses turn to warehouse space for their stock, whilst this
roads, making it easy to collect and deliver stock for your business.
is ideal for large businesses, self-storage solutions might be better suited for your homegrown business. Here we’ll explore the positives
Minimise business risk
and negatives of warehouse storage.
There’s more security and less risk with using warehouse storage as your goods will be protected with the owner’s insurance if you're renting.
NEGATIVES OF WAREHOUSE STORAGE Hassle of buying or leasing warehouse space When buying a warehouse for storage, UK companies have to take out a commercial mortgage which can make it more difficult to own the space.
Service or maintenance charges Whether you’re buying or leasing warehouse space, you might be subject to paying towards maintaining the space. This could include paying for security, landscaping or even cleaning. It’s important to check what’s included in the cost of the rent, including insurance and repairs within the warehouse.
Business rates to pay All commercial tenants must pay business rates on properties they occupy, which will cost around 50% of the price of rent. With selfstorage, there is no need to pay business rates.
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USING SELF-STORAGE FOR YOUR BUSINESS Using self-storage for your small business needs is an ideal way to save
Not tied into a lease With self-storage, you won’t be tied into using the unit for a certain amount of time, as you would with leasing a warehouse. You can use self-storage for as little or as long as you like.
money and free up some space in your home. Here are some of the ways that self-storage can help your small business.
Peace of mind You’ll have peace of mind knowing your stock is stored safely in your
Cost-effective
self-storage units. The units will have 24/7 CCTV monitoring and extra
Self-storage is much more cost-effective than warehouse storage as it
safety measures in place if you wish to add these on.
doesn’t require the maintenance and security up-keep that a warehouse does. For a small business, the size and cost of self-storage are much more
Staff to take in deliveries
manageable, allowing you to spend the money on your business instead.
Some self-storage units will have dedicated staff on hand to take in stock deliveries for you if you can’t be present. This can really help your
Flexibility
business by freeing up some of your time.
Many small businesses appreciate the flexibility of self-storage. You can expand or downsize the space as you need without much difficulty. You can also access your goods in storage as often as you like.
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he IMDG Code produced by the International
every new Amendment. Shore side staff should ensure that training
Maritime Organization, initially adopted in 1965 as a
is up to date and commensurate with the role they are currently
recommendatory instrument, was given mandatory status
undertaking in the transport of Dangerous Goods.
under the umbrella of SOLAS from 2004. Exis provide a full suite of job-related courses including...
Covid-19 has caused a lot of disruption to regulatory updates over the past few years, including the IMDG Code. The usual two yearly update
• An IMDG Code Consignor/Freight Forwarder course for those
was delayed and the Amendment enforcement date had to be extended
with a management, supervisory and/or safety compliance role
for Amendment 40-20. As a result, Amendment 40-20 came into force
working for a company involved in dangerous goods consignment
on 1 June 2022 and will remain valid until 31 December 2023.
operations including freight forwarding and logistics. • An IMDG Code Refresher course, for retraining programmes
Although the IMDG Code is updated every two years, a cause for
for personnel who have already been trained online, or in the
concern is that not every company shipping dangerous goods on
classroom, and have previous knowledge of the IMDG Code.
an international scale understands that this is a mandatory set of international rules that needs to be followed, and updated, in line
The Refresher course helps personnel to update their training
with each new Amendment.
without the need to take a full course again.
During the last 35 years Exis has been at the forefront of helping
Exis IMDG Code e-learning is a certified Det Norske Veritas
people to understand the IMDG Code, developing digital systems
Learning Programme. A certificate is generated and can be printed
and training to allow them to ship dangerous goods in compliance
out and kept as a record of training. More info here: https://existec.
with the regulations, safely and efficiently.
com/imdge-learning40-20
Exis, with a mission of Safety of Life and Cargo at Sea, has been
Amendment 40-20 changes and Corrigenda
updating all of their products in line with the new Amendment.
Exis offers a free IMDG Code Summary of Changes document for each new Amendment. The latest version of the document
Hazcheck Validation Systems like Hazcheck Online, help customers
summarises the amendments being introduced in the Amendment
with IMDG Code substance enquiries, segregation, stowage and
40-20 edition of the IMDG Code. This document, which is also available
packaging checks and the production of documentation required
in Spanish, French and Chinese can be found on the Exis website here:
for shipping in the transport chain.
existec.com/summary-40-20. A detailed summary of the changes can be requested here: existec.com/detailed-summary-40-20
Mandatory Amdt 40-20 training Since 2010 the IMDG Code has included mandatory training requirements for all shore side staff involved in the handling and transport of dangerous goods by sea. The IMO Member Governments recognised that to transport dangerous goods safely, people involved in those roles needed to be trained to an appropriate level for their role. Exis has been producing IMDG Code e-learning training since it became mandatory and it is updated for
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INDUSTRY SERVICES NEWS 18 MAY 2022
CARGO-PARTNER IS
EXPANDING ITS WAREHOUSE CAPACITY IN SLOVENIA
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n a challenging market environment, cargo-partner recorded a
cargo-partner plans to build a drone runway right next to the new
significant increase in turnover as well as volume growth in all areas
warehouse section and will be working on obtaining the required
of its business activities in 2021. The successful growth trajectory is
operating approvals in the near future.
also reflected in the expansion of the global branch office network and an increase in warehouse capacity.
The new warehouse will allow us to offer additional storage capacities, which are currently in short supply on the market. At the same time, this
cargo-partner, one of the leading logistics providers in Slovenia, opened
modern facility will also function as a fulfilment center, where we will
its logistics center in the immediate vicinity of Ljubljana Airport in
provide all the technological and IT support that online retailers need.
September 2019. In the past two years, the company has recorded a
Viktor Kastelic, Manager Director, cargo-partner in Slovenia
steep business growth, despite many challenges in the logistics industry. Based on the high demand for warehousing space and e-commerce
The Austria-based company has been present in Slovenia since 1996 and
capabilities and the ideal location near Ljubljana Airport, the company
views the country as one of the most important hubs for its business
decided to increase its storage capacity early. Originally, the expansion
operations in the CEE region. The local branch offers a complete range
had been planned for the period between 2024 and 2026.
of transport and logistics services at two locations – in Koper and Ljubljana – currently counting almost 140 employees.
Additional capacities with focus on integrated logistics solutions
Capacity expansion in Zagreb
The construction of the new warehouse building on the northern
cargo-partner has also recently opened a new logistics center in Zagreb,
side of the existing complex started in February and the expansion
Croatia. The new facility is located near Franjo Tuđman Airport, right
will create 30 additional jobs. The new building will offer more
next to the A11 motorway. The warehouse comprises 12,000 m² of
than 18,000 pallet slots on 14,100 m² across three floors. Part of
storage space, 13,500 pallet slots and a 900 m² mezzanine, a cross-dock
the facility will be dedicated to e-commerce, including a 'drive-in'
area and a dedicated space for value-added services like picking and
pick-up point to personally collect or return packages. Moreover,
packing, packaging, and consolidation.
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HGV DRIVER SHORTAGE PERSISTS BUT
RECRUITMENT INITIATIVES STARTING TO BEAR FRUIT SAYS LOGISTICS UK
T
he UK’s HGV driver shortage remains chronic, according
low number of HGV drivers claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance fell 70%
to Logistics UK’s analysis of the latest Office for National
from Q1 2019 to Q1 2022, indicating that there are hardly any surplus
Statistics (ONS) Labour Force Survey data. But with the
HGV drivers available for work. Attracting and retaining new recruits
number of HGV drivers in employment not falling as significantly as in
and existing HGV drivers in the sector remains a critical priority for
recent quarters, the business group has expressed cautious optimism
the logistics industry to secure a talent pipeline for years to come. It
that initiatives introduced by government and industry in the latter part
is vitally important that these initiatives continue at pace to maintain
of 2021 and into 2022 are starting to yield results.
recruitment levels and ensure that a sustained future pipeline of skilled drivers can be available to support the supply chain as the economy
Government and industry have worked hard to address the key
recovers after the impact of the pandemic. What the industry now
issues which have affected the recruitment of HGV drivers in the past.
needs is a renewed focus on the improvement of facilities for drivers
The reduction in numbers of HGV drivers in employment, generally
across the strategic roads network, to provide the services and support
caused by retirements or shifts into other careers, slowed in the
which these key workers deserve during their working lives.
first quarter of 2022, compared with the second half of 2021, which
Sarah Watkins, Deputy Director, Policy Information, Logistics UK
illustrates how actions such as increased wages for drivers, drivers’ skills bootcamps and improved throughputs of testing by DVSA are beginning to address the loss of skilled workers which we have seen in the recent past. Figures revealed by Logistics UK’s analysis of the survey indicate that while the number of HGV drivers in employment is estimated to have fallen by 30,300 in the first quarter of 2022, this is less of a reduction than in Q3 and Q4 2021 which saw falls of 44,000 and 49,000 respectively. Meanwhile, improved throughputs at DVSA testing facilities have shown that 26,388 practical HGV tests were conducted in Q1 2022, an increase of 43% compared with the same period in 2019. March 2022 saw a record 10,481 tests undertaken, with a 60% pass rate. HGV driver wages have also increased to retain existing staff and attract new drivers, with advertised salaries for those qualified to drive the heaviest vehicles increasing by an average of 25% in Q1 2022 compared with a year ago. Such a large increase in the number of HGV tests being undertaken is testament to the work being done by DVSA to address its testing backlog, alongside the industry’s commitment to encourage new recruits to join the industry. Simultaneously, the very FORWARDER magazine
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LOGISTICS UK REACTS TO
CIVIL SERVICE RECRUITMENT FREEZE
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he Prime Minister’s proposed civil service recruitment freeze could see the UK’s HGV driver shortage escalate if staff managing the backlog of driver testing cannot be recruited,
according to Logistics UK. The leading business group is also warning that road safety could be compromised if planned resourcing for heavy vehicle checks is halted, as Logistics UK’s Head of Road Freight Regulation Policy, James Firth, comments... The suggested Whitehall-wide recruitment freeze would have a significant impact on the delivery of vital government services such as driver licensing applications, heavy vehicle safety checks and HGV driver testing. Logistics businesses have reported continued difficulties in accessing HGV annual safety tests and, with a shortage of qualified drivers continuing across industry, it is crucial that this freeze does not compromise the safety of road users nor disrupt the supply chain by reducing the availability of drivers. DVSA, DVLA and other government agencies have vacancies that have already been budgeted for, the funding for which is not coming from general taxation, but from the fees that industry pays. Logistics UK is seeking reassurance that agencies delivering critical safety services funded by industry will be protected from any blanket Whitehall recruitment freeze. Logistics UK will be writing to Ministers in the coming days to urge government to consult with industry before making any decision to ensure minimal impact to industry and to the wider supply chain.
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K Midlands-based freight forwarder Baxter Freight has
Continued growth
announced a record set of results and plans to expand its
It said the first quarter of 2022 had also
staff levels by 60% this year.
with turnover up 40% on Q1 2021, and the number of consignments
brought elevated success,
up 55%. With an organisational restructure allowing closer relationship
Announcing its 2021 year-end results, the company reported a 63% rise
management to support both large and small accounts, the business
in turnover from £19m in 2020 to £31m last year, celebrating a record
has thrived.
post-tax profit of £1.3m, 'significantly beating expectations.' Baxter Freight expects turnover to be around £42m for 2022. Reaching 100 employees for the first time in December 2021, Baxter Freight accelerated hiring last year, and expects to grow by another 60
Reinvestment plans
by the end of 2022, the company said.
The company said it was reinvesting its profits back into the business, including both a digital transformation project, and developing the
We are delighted with our continued growth in what has been a
people it employs.
transformational year for Baxter Freight. This was made possible by the dedication of our team, who have gone above and beyond to support
We’re on an exciting journey with recruitment, expanding across
our customers on this journey, working hard despite the complexities
all our teams, and promoting our experienced people to create
of Brexit and Covid-19. Alongside signing several multimillion-pound
layers of support throughout the business. As we aim to recruit
deals with household brands, we announced improved services for all
a net increase of 60 people by the end of the year, taking us to
transport modes, including becoming the UK sales partner for DHL
160 employees, it’s important we reinvest in our people, through
Freight and for Gerlach Customs, plus gaining our IATA accreditation
a variety of ways from training schemes to wellbeing support.
for our fast-growing air freight division.
By putting the effort in now, we’re in a great place to become
Peter Isler, Managing Director, Baxter Freight
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onflict is often a part of the workplace, and it cannot be
Finally, the parties will choose a solution with which they can both
easy to navigate. However, it's possible to mediate these
live. Once a resolution has been reached, it's essential to follow up
disagreements with the right tools and techniques to lead
and make sure that everyone is happy with the outcome.
to a resolution.
Tips for finding a resolution
What is employee mediation?
There are many different conflict resolution strategies, and the best
Employee mediation is a process through which employees can
one for you will depend on the situation. However, here are a few
attempt to resolve workplace disputes. This type of mediation
tips that can help you find a resolution:
is typically voluntary, and it often takes place before an official complaint is filed. Employee mediation aims to help both parties reach an acceptable resolution for everyone involved.
Steps to take in conflict mediation The first step in any mediation is to establish ground rules. Both parties should agree to participate in the process, and they should be willing to listen to each other's perspectives. It's also essential to set a time limit for the mediation so that it doesn't drag on forever. Next, each party will have a chance to state their case. It's important to let each person speak without interruption and avoid making assumptions about what they will say. After each party has had a chance to speak, the mediator will help them identify areas of agreement and disagreement. Once the areas of disagreement have been identified, the parties will brainstorm possible solutions. The mediator will help facilitate this process, and they will also make sure that all options are fair and reasonable.
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Clarify the cause of the conflict It's essential to take a step back and understand what is causing the conflict. Often, there can be more than one issue
at play, and it's essential to identify all of them. By understanding the root cause of the conflict, you can develop a plan to address it.
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Listen actively To find a resolution, it's essential to listen to what the other person is saying. This means hearing the words and
trying to understand the feelings and needs behind them. Active listening can be difficult, but it's essential for conflict resolution.
3
Investigate the situation If you're not sure what's causing the conflict, it can be helpful to investigate the situation. This might involve
talking to other people involved or looking at documents or other evidence.
4
Be tactful
like you are attempting to help. They will also feel more empowered.
It's important to avoid coming across as confrontational or aggressive. Instead, try to be discreet and
understanding. This will help the other person feel more comfortable opening up and talking about the issue.
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Evaluate how things are going As you're going through the conflict resolution process, take a step back and assess how things are going. If the
situation gets worse, it might be time to seek professional help.
Focus on the future When trying to resolve a conflict, it's essential to focus on
Conclusion
the future. This means not dwelling on who is right or wrong,
Conflict is inevitable in the workplace, but that doesn't mean it
but instead focusing on what can be done to improve the situation.
has to damage relationships or productivity. With a little bit of effort and guidance, you can mediate conflict in your office and
Offer multiple solutions
find resolutions that work for everyone involved. These tips are
If you have more than one idea for how to resolve the
just a starting point, so don't be afraid to experiment until you
conflict, share them. This way, the other person can
find what works best for your team.
choose the solution that they're most comfortable with. When individuals have more than one good decision, they will feel more
Randy Gardner, Weir Consult
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RECRUITMENT & TRAINING APPOINTMENTS WELCOMING TO
CAROLINE ANDREWS
IAG CARGO
IN THE POSITION OF
CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER
CAROLINE ANDREWS APPOINTED CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER AT IAG CARGO
leadership team during an exciting and critical time.
Caroline Andrews joins the IAG Cargo Executive
boost our employer brand and create an environment
Team as Chief People Officer. It’s an exciting
that inspires, where curiosity, continued learning and a
time for the business as the biggest recruitment
growth mindset is promoted.
drive to date looks to hire 500 new employees
David Shepherd, Managing Director, IAG Cargo
I am delighted to welcome Caroline to the IAG Cargo Our people are the key to the success of our business. Caroline’s experience will support our ambition to
into a range of roles across the business. Caroline joins from DHL Express where she held the role of Vice President of HR, UK and Ireland.
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I couldn’t be more thrilled to be joining IAG Cargo as Chief People Officer. It’s an exciting time of transformation for the business, and I am looking forward
AG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines
to working with the senior leadership to put in place
Group (IAG), has announced the appointment of
long-term strategies that unlock the potential of our
Caroline Andrews as Chief People Officer. Caroline
growing workforce across the globe and drives a culture
joined the business at the start of May from DHL Express
that make IAG Cargo an employer of choice.
where she was Vice President of HR, UK and Ireland.
Caroline Andrews, Chief People Officer, IAG Cargo
Previously she also served as Group Head of HR at Carphone Warehouse.
ABOUT IAG CARGO
As Chief People Officer, Caroline will focus on
IAG Cargo is the single business created following the
developing IAG Cargo’s talent strategy globally,
merger of British Airways World Cargo and Iberia Cargo
overseeing employee experience for a growing global
in April 2011. Following the integration of additional
workforce across 2,250 colleagues.
airlines into the business, including Aer Lingus, Vueling and bmi, IAG Cargo now covers a global network. In 2021,
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IAG Cargo recently kicked off its largest ever
IAG Cargo had a commercial revenue of €1,673 million. It
recruitment drive, looking to hire 500 new employees
has a combined workforce of more than 2,250 people. Its
across the business as part of growth plans. Caroline’s
parent company, International Airlines Group, is one of
role and experience are more crucial than ever as the
the world's largest airline groups with 531 aircraft at 31st
business drives forward its ambition to become an
December 2021. It is the third largest group in Europe
employer of choice.
and the sixth largest in the world, based on revenue.
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WELCOMING TO
ROOPA SUDHEENDRA
SEKO LOGISTICS
IN THE POSITION OF
SENIOR VP, ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE & PRODUCT ENGINEERING
SEKO LOGISTICS WELCOMES ROOPA SUDHEENDRA TO SUPPORT DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND INSPIRE CUSTOMER CENTRIC TECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
T
SEKO’s reputation for best-in-class technology, which drives efficiencies and growth for clients, is based on our culture of continuously thinking ‘what can we do smarter?’ to benefit our clients and support our record growth across all product channels and geographies. Roopa brings a new dimension and an outstanding track record to our technology team. She will challenge and
r ansfor mational IT executive Roopa
inspire us and will play a critical role as we execute our
Sudheendra has joined SEKO Logistics as
technology roadmap.
Senior Vice President, Enterprise Architecture
& Product Engineering to help spearhead the continuous
Roopa joins SEKO after three years with Wolters Kluwer
improvement and optimization of its market-leading,
Legal & Regulatory. There, as Head of Product Engineering,
customer centric technology solutions.
she provided technology leadership and direction to cross functional product delivery teams, collaborating with
With 20+ years of experience as an IT leader focused
C-Suite leadership to manage, strategize, and execute the
on transformational leadership, Roopa has been integral
portfolio roadmap by implementing Agile SAFe, design
to strategic IT initiatives that have led to business
thinking, Cloud native development, Analytics & AI/ML
optimization, as well as impactful revenue increases and
strategy and Microservices. Her earlier roles included
cost savings, leveraging Agile transformation, data strategy,
Director of Application Development at TransUnion in
technology modernization and thought leadership.
Chicago as well as technology development posts with Medivo Inc., Thomson Reuters and City of Chicago.
At SEKO, she will utilize her expertise in digital transformation and emerging technologies to deliver
At SEKO, working within the technology team and
business efficiencies which enforce SEKO’s frictionless
collaborating with business, Roopa will establish nimble
client experience and enable the deployment and
Enterprise Architecture practice to meet desired
evolution of configurable technology solutions around
business outcomes and manage the complexities while
changing business needs, including new and diversified
driving SEKO’s data strategy to make data available to the
suppliers, sales channels and sales territories. Roopa is
right people at the right time to drive the best decisions.
based at SEKO Logistics’ headquarters in Chicago and
In support of SEKO’s technology vision, she will establish
reports to Chief Technology Officer, Mike Powell.
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RECRUITMENT & TRAINING APPOINTMENTS WELCOMING TO
SUE BUCHANAN
PALL-EX
IN THE POSITION OF
INTERNATIONAL NETWORK DIRECTOR
PALL-EX BUILDS FOCUS ON INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION WITH APPOINTMENT OF DIVISION LEAD
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new global markets. My aim is to increase shareholder value through our knowledge, marketing support and IT, such as the MyNexus platform, globally. Mark Steel, Pall-Ex’s Managing Director - International
all-Ex has cemented its long-term commitment
Business Units, is optimistic about the opportunities
to the global logistics marketplace following the
overseas, commenting:
appointment of Sue Buchanan to International
model in Europe and have already enjoyed wider growth
Network Director.
We have a proven business
internationally. Sue’s promotion will help take the business into the next development phase, kick starting
Promoted internally from her previous role of UK
growth within new, international areas.
Network Director, Sue will be focusing on developing cross border growth, strengthening relationships with
The international expansion includes two new Pall-Ex signings:
existing partners, and key for international expansion,
a Master Licensee in Czechia / Slovakia in early autumn last
onboarding new territories.
year, and an additional new agreement to cover Ireland. These add to the ever-growing number of Master Licence holders
With an established career in the logistics sector, Sue has
operating across the globe under the Pall-Ex brand.
worked at Pall-Ex for seven and a half years, successfully driving member recruitment, member relationship
In Poland, a new central hub has also been opened.
management, member volume growth and compliance
The new facility in Łódź, means that the Pall-Ex Polish
in her previous position.
central hub is now in the centre of the country, making it the perfect location to increase the network’s efficiency.
International expansion is a growth area for Pall-Ex, and Sue is joined by an additional General Manager within the division as part of its commitment to growing a team of
ABOUT PALL-EX
cross-border specialists.
Pall-Ex Group is an award-winning network of UK SME’s comprising two leading UK pallet networks, four subsidiary
Commenting on the new role, Sue said:
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I am delighted
UK logistics businesses and ten European networks.
to be helping Pall-Ex drive growth internationally. With the
A renowned name in logistics, Pall-Ex delivers an efficient
initial challenges of Brexit subsiding and travel now starting
and reliable palletised freight distribution service, backed
to open up, we can really build our presence with partners
by innovative technology and a first-class network of
across the globe. The knowledge I bring in logistics from the
established shareholder SMEs. With its headquarters and
UK is invaluable when looking at developing and nurturing
central UK hub located in the heart of the Midlands, PallEx is driving excellence in all areas, transporting more
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WELCOMING TO
KATE JENNINGS
LOGISTICS UK
IN THE POSITION OF
POLICY DIRECTOR
LOGISTICS UK APPOINTS JENNINGS TO HEAD POLICY TEAM
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Kate brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to Logistics UK from her time working in government and in the private sector. I am certain that her insight will help the team achieve even more for our members and I look
usiness group Logistics UK has announced the
forward to working with her as we continue to drive the
appointment of Kate Jennings as its new Policy
business forwards.
Director, who will join the organisation at the
David Wells, Chief Executive, Logistics UK
end of June. Logistics UK is one of the UK’s leading business groups,
Jennings, whose extensive policy career has included
representing logistics businesses which are vital to
both government and business sector roles, will lead
keeping the UK trading, and more than seven million
Logistics UK’s team responsible for the organisation’s
people directly employed in the making, selling and
policy and representation work with both government
moving of goods.
and members as its executive director. With COVID-19, Brexit, new technology and other Logistics UK has a well-respected reputation for
disruptive forces driving change in the way goods move
research-based, factual policy positions which reflect
across borders and through the supply chain, logistics
the wishes of its members, and I am looking forward
has never been more important to UK plc. Logistics
to working with the organisation’s expert policy team
UK supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient
to expand its sphere of influence with government and
logistics, and is the only business group which represents
other stakeholders. The past few years has seen a growing
the whole industry, with members from the road, rail,
awareness of the value of logistics among all sectors of
sea and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight
society, and I am looking forward to leading the team as
services such as retailers and manufacturers whose
we continue to achieve even more for our members.
businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods. For more information about the organisation and its
Most recently employed as the Policy Director of the
work, including its ground-breaking research into the
Railway Industry Association, Ms Jennings has extensive
impacts of COVID-19 on the whole supply chain, please
experience of other transport modes, gained during her
visit logistics.org.uk
time at the Department for Transport, where she has worked in aviation and rail policy, as well as the development of road transport policy relating to exiting the EU.
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ANTONIU SERB
FREIGHT SOLUTIONS
IN THE POSITION OF
MEDIA EXPERT A LITTLE ABOUT THE APPOINTMENT
Hi! I'm best known as Tony but you get extra points
Probably you can already tell what kind of character I am...sales, left, right and centre vibes.
for pronouncing my name right Oh and I like a good Goulash...not too spicy though. Just joined Freight Solutions and already loving it, working with a great bunch of people with different cultures and backgrounds
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+44 (0)1454 628795 antoniu@freightsolutions.com
I can see my career sky rocketing and the opportunities I have here to grow as a Media Sales Expert are fantastic
SHANNON FELTHAM
WELCOMING
FREIGHT SOLUTIONS SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING EXECUTIVE A LITTLE ABOUT THE APPOINTMENT
INTERESTS
fully satisfied. I'm always trying new hobbies and
...anything creative
I'm always looking for what comes next, never
fashion, beauty, cooking, travelling, animals,
have probably done every extra curricular there is. I'm driven, loyal and headstrong. I love all things Disney and travelling to different countries and learning about
FAVOURITE ANIMAL Goats, cats, dogs
different cultures. I like to socialise and seem quiet until you get to know me well. I also like my own space and watching movies. I'd unrealistically love to have a goat one day...or a dog will suffice.
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TO
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new places, recently around Somerset.
I am an outdoors man. I like walking, running, visiting
France
I am Eric; I am the Headford Group Frenchie. I have been living in Bristol for six years. This city
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in sales, one of my customers was not happy at
chips and seafood.
all because we hadn’t changed his phone number. I was new to a company and he started to shout
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I have a sales background in France and in England.
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I have a passion for my job. I like to connect people and make sure they will get on well and do a great job together.
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MY PARCEL DELIVERY
WHERE
UK, NATIONWIDE
JOB DESCRIPTION
QUALITIES IN CANDIDATES WHO'D BE A BETTER
To win transactional sea, road and air freight business
FIT AT A DIFFERENT BUSINESS FROM OURS
People who prefer to work at a slower more relaxed pace, people who To increase the number of customers returning to the business and to
prefer stability over change.
grow the businesses revenues Job types: full-time, permanent Our digital freight platforms generate £2.9m of sea, road and air freight quotes per month and this number is growing monthly.
Salary: £36,000.00 per year basic and commission bands of 1.0%–2.25% of monthly sales revenues.
• The role will be to call the prospects who have asked for a quote and engage them, understand their business, be honest with them and, if aligned, win their business. • Salesforce experience is preferred
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• The role will be to analyse weekly where we have won and lost and propose changes, new suppliers or digital connections and be progressive with change and new strategies to drive the team and the business forward. The role will be supported by a technical and operations team who are driven to succeed and win.
QUALITIES IN CANDIDATES WHICH WE WELCOME; Relentless winners, honest people, happy people, progressive people, people who want to grow and learn as individuals and, also within a team, people who embrace fast paced change.
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26-30k + very good commission structure Private healthcare Standard holiday with bonus day off for your birthday London, South East England Home-based role
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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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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
For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
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
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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.
For more information and to apply for this role, please visit forwardingjobs.com
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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
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MT. JULIET, TENNESSEE, US $ COMPETITIVE
Overview
Overview
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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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IMPORT / EXPORT SPECIALIST
Overview
Overview
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
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.
The role
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.
Experience • Degree preferred • > 5 years’ experience within Customs activities as a Manager
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Headford Group is pleased to be closely working with one of our top clients to find the perfect candidates for the great roles they are offering. The client is keen to take on any/all suitable candidates and is happy to pay a salary that reflects previous experience.
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
• Confident and effective communications skills • •
(verbal and electronic), with the ability to build relationships with customers The ability to work independently as well as within a team Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, etc.) Keen attention to detail Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Good skills with digital Customs systems • Strong Leader
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BDA ADVISES HONOUR LANE SHIPPING ON ITS SALE TO A CONSORTIUM LED BY NEXUS POINT
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DA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Honour Lane Shipping (“HLS”) has sold a majority stake to a consortium led by Nexus Point, an Asian private equity fund focused on control
opportunities in Greater China. The selling shareholders will remain in the business and will continue to drive HLS’ growth alongside Nexus Point.
Our investment strategy centres around identifying companies with robust operating fundamentals, defensible market positions, and
Established in 1997 and headquartered in Hong Kong, HLS is a leading
sustainable competitive advantages. HLS satisfies all these criteria
global non-vessel-operating common carrier ('NVOCC') providing
thanks to its unique business model, deep relationships with customers
freight forwarding services. It is consistently ranked as one of the
and vendors, and profound understanding of the market and its players.
largest NVOCCs in the Asia-US trade lane in terms of volume. HLS
We are thrilled to join forces with one of the most experienced teams
provides sea freight forwarding, air freight forwarding, and other value-
in the Asian logistics sector and we are grateful for the trust placed in
added services to facilitate shipments across the globe. HLS operates
us by the shareholders and the management team. We are optimistic
a network of offices in Asia and in the US with a strong presence in
about HLS’ future as one of the largest NVOCCs in the transpacific
Greater China and Southeast Asia regions.
lane, and are committed to take the company to new heights together with our new partners.
BDA Partners acted as exclusive financial advisor to HLS on
KC Kung, Founder & Managing Partner, Nexus Point
the transaction. This transaction is another example of BDA’s expertise and ability in I am delighted to welcome Nexus Point as a shareholder in HLS as we
helping entrepreneurs and families to find new partners and transition
enjoy the fastest period of growth in our history. We are looking forward
to new phases of company ownership. It showcases our strength in
to working with their team as we continue to invest in the business to take
transportation & logistics: this is the fifth Services sector transaction
full advantage of the dynamic changes currently underway in international
that BDA has closed in 2022. We look forward to witnessing the next
trade. We are certain that our partnership will enable us to extend our
stage of growth for HLS under Nexus Point ownership.
leadership position in the strategic Asia-US lane and strengthen our
Simon Kavanagh, Partner, Head of Hong Kong, BDA Partners
offering in other markets including Europe, Oceania, and Latin America. We are excited to embark on this new journey with Nexus Point to
HLS was also advised by Alvarez & Marsal (financial, tax), Simmons &
introduce impactful solutions to our customers including via a dedicated
Simmons (legal), PwC (commercial).
e-commerce platform, expansion of our air freight capabilities, and a digital transformation which will enable us to offer a better experience to our customers and strategic partners around the globe. Vincent Chan, President, Honour Lane Shipping FORWARDER magazine
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MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS NEWS
VESON NAUTICAL ACQUIRES Q88 4 MAY 2022
TO FURTHER AMBITION TO BE THE STANDARD PLATFORM FOR MARITIME COMMERCE
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eson Nautical ('Veson' or the 'Company'), a leading provider
We are extremely excited to announce the acquisition of Q88
in maritime freight software worldwide, today announced its
today. In Q88, we saw a company that shared our values, vision and
acquisition of Q88, an information management and software
commitment to developing innovative digital solutions that reflect
platform for the maritime transportation industry. The acquisition unites
the realities of modern commercial shipping. This acquisition further
two of the maritime technology sector’s most respected brands and
enhances this ambition and is a natural next step in Veson’s journey
will further both Veson’s commitment to keeping ahead of its clients’
to be the standard platform that propels maritime commerce.
evolving needs and the company’s vision to be the standard platform
We look forward to integrating our solutions with Q88’s products
that propels maritime commerce.
and considerable wellspring of expertise. This will benefit not only our combined customer base, but also enable the maritime sector to tread
Founded in 2001, Q88 has been building digital solutions for the marine
new ground in its digital journey.
freight industry for 20 years, simplifying the complexities of global
John Veson, Co-founder & CEO, Veson Nautical
maritime transportation. The company delivers a suite of software and data products designed to streamline operational workflows, aggregate
The team at Q88 is incredibly enthusiastic about the opportunity to
a single source of truth for data, improve accuracy and the relevance of
join forces with Veson. Fundamentally, we remain focused on delivering
data, accelerate communication and improve safety outcomes between
for our customers and ensuring that we make the right investments
multiple maritime shipping counterparties. Building on the company’s
and innovations in our suite of products. Veson’s knowledge and
high regard in the tanker space, Q88 has invested significantly in bringing
product offering are a perfect complement to our own and this deal
innovative solutions to the dry bulk space, as well as other sectors
sets Q88 and the entire industry up strongly for continued innovation
within the shipping industry.
and success in the future. Fritz Heidenreich, Founder & CEO, Q88
In the short term, the deal will benefit customers of both organizations, and over time will help to transform and simplify the process of maritime
The acquisition of Q88 closely follows the announcement in March
commerce for the whole industry. The acquisition will provide Veson’s
2022 where Veson received significant equity investments from
existing clients with a complementary software suite, the opportunity to
global investment firms Francisco Partners and Pamlico Capital. That
benefit from a standardized approach to managing vessel specifications and
investment laid the foundation for Veson to pursue its multifaceted
the capability to utilize Q88’s products to provide compelling connectivity
growth strategy and continued innovation across its product suite.
while powering decision-making within the maritime shipping ecosystem. Veson was represented by Alvarez & Marsal as financial advisor, and Meanwhile, Q88 customers will see iterative and rapid development in
Alston & Bird LLP, Paul Hastings LLP, and Kirkland & Ellis as legal
existing product lines, as these solutions become more integrated with
advisors. Q88 was represented by Westbury Group as financial advisor,
Veson’s platform and current product offering.
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TRANSPORT MINISTER ANNOUNCES
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ransport Minister Trudy Harrison MP’s announcement at
Minister Harrison also announced the publication of a call for evidence
Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference of £200 million in
on derogations to the 2035 phase out for HGVs weighing 26 tonnes or
government funding to continue its zero-emission HGV trials will
over. Speaking, Minister Harrison explained:
We should not impose
help enable the logistics industry’s journey to decarbonisation, according
change in the wrong place, on the wrong vehicle, on the wrong journey
to the business group. However, the right supporting infrastructure,
at the wrong time. Given the breadth of the vehicles used across the
including refuelling networks and sufficient power supply, must be in place
logistics sector, and scale of innovation required to reach net zero,
for these vehicles to offer real world alternatives to diesel HGVs.
Logistics UK is pleased that government will be consulting with industry to identify potential exemptions to the 2035 phase out date.
Logistics businesses are committed to decarbonising their operations, but to ensure a smooth transition, they need clarity on the path to zero
During the speech, Minister Harrison thanked industry for its continued
tailpipe emission HGVs; the trials announced today will play a crucial
support and engagement on the net-zero agenda and recognised that the
role in identifying the right technological solutions to help enable this.
sector needs support to keep delivering the goods. Minister Harrison
Now, Logistics UK is urging the government to ensure the necessary
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supporting infrastructure and regulatory framework will be in place to
published the full response to its public consultation on phase out dates
make the use of these vehicles feasible for logistics businesses.
for the sale of new, non-zero emission HGVs.
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We are proud to be the first logistics company in Hong Kong to
Stock Code 0636.HK) began deploying 5.5-tonne electric
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trucks (‘e-trucks’) in Hong Kong in May 2022, making it the
cleaner and greener supply chain management. In order to future proof
first logistics company to do so in Hong Kong. The introduction will be
our growth, Kerry Logistics Network is in the process of shifting to
a trial run and is part of Kerry Logistics Network’s green initiative to
alternative fuel vehicles and phasing out vehicles with lower emissions
achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
standards on a trial basis. As energy consumption accounts for most of the carbon emissions in our operations, we will continue to increase
As one of the logistics industry leaders, Kerry Logistics Network aims to
the use of renewable energy in the countries in which we operate, to
maintain the resilience of its logistics network to climate change and to
create a value chain for sustainable business.
minimise its environmental footprint around the world. It is committed
William Ma, Group Managing Director, Kerry Logistics Network
to enhancing operational efficiency by switching to renewable energy for road transportation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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