PORTFOLIO AUGUST 2015 • The Official Publication of International Container Terminal Services, Inc.
MICT services largest boxship to call Port of Manila
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COVER STORY 4 ICTSI services largest boxship to call Port of Manila
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ICTSI NEWSBREAK 6 SBITC rolls out pre-advise system 6 SBITC celebrates 15 years 7 Hapag-Lloyd, CGSA plan new Asia, Europe services 7 ICTSI Foundation secures donee status 8 ICTSI 1H 2015 net income down 1% to US$100.4 million
GEARING UP 10 New stackers boost SBITC operations 10 LGICT completes first section of Phase 1 Development Project
SHIP AHOY! 11 SITC Hainan makes maiden call at MCT 12 MICT receives Sima Genesis in maiden call
TECH TALK 11 MICT upgrades to Navis N4 2.6
MEETS & GREETS 12 EKR meets ICTSI international scholars
DO GOOD 13 Day care centers in Parola undergo repair 13 SCIPSI hosts blood drive
LEVEL UP 14 DIPSSCOR, workers’ union ink new CBA
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14 Building stronger leadership teams at the MICT 15 2015 ICTSI Global Legal Conference CORPORATE GOVERNANCE 15 Implementing the Code of Business Conduct in our daily transactions
SAFETY 16 MICT, SBITC conduct quake drills
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ADVISORY 17 MICT beefs up security in Admin Building premises 17 MICT revised policy on port visits
SPORTS 18 ICTSI Foundation continues support for Little League Manila South 18 ICTSI bags crown at 1st Qatar Airways-Fiesta Tours bowling tourney
HEALTH CORNER 19 What is Tuberculosis?
NEWSBREAK | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 20 Basra governor seeks more PH investments
ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 21 MSC links ICTSI Manzanillo terminal to USA West Coast Express Service
GEARING UP | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 22 Upgrade of Umm Qasr’s Berth 20 nears completion
SPOTLIGHT | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 23 ICTSI joins 3rd Iran Sea Expo
MEETS & GREETS | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 20 PH diplomat visits BGT
SPORTS | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 21 BCT sponsors “small world cup”
ON BOARD | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 22 New PortFolio correspondent from Iraq
PEOPLE 23 Movements July 24 Birthdays September
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HUGIS LARAWAN 20 Mr. Arsenio Manlulu, Prime mover na, Checker pa
TECH TALK | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS 23 Tecon Suape taps Cisco to optimize operations
PORTFOLIO COVER STORY
ICTSI services largest boxship to call Port of Manila
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anila International Container Terminal (MICT), the Philippines’ leading international trading gateway and flagship operation of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), recently serviced the largest containership to dock at the Port of Manila.
Measuring 295 meters by 33 meters, the 60,000-ton, 4,468-TEU APL Turqoise sailed to Manila from Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Operated by American President Lines, the vessel is part of the six-day Manila Express weekly service, which makes direct calls to Subic and Manila. “APL Turqouise is the biggest ship we’ve ever serviced here at the MICT. We are continuously improving our port infrastructure and technology to accommodate even larger ships in the not-so-distant future,” says Mohamed Ghandar, MICT General Manager. Late last year, ICTSI added four hectares of yard space in the terminal as part of its USD$35 million expansion project. Early this year, ICTSI ordered 42 prime movers, five reach stackers and a pair of rubber-tired gantries.
These upgrades are part of ICTSI’s efforts to maintain MICT’s position as the largest and most modern terminal in the Philippines.
Arthur Valdez (left), MICT Assistant Manager– Operations, presents a commemorative certificate to Capt. Zhao De Quan, Vessel Master of APL Turqoise, during the maiden call of the vessel at the MICT.
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“APL Turqouise is the biggest ship we’ve ever serviced here at the MICT. We are continuously improving our port infrastructure and technology to accommodate even larger ships in the not-so-distant future,” — Mohamed Ghandar, MICT General Manager.
Containers are unloaded from the APL Turquoise at Berth 6 of MICT.
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PORTFOLIO ICTSI NEWSBREAK
SBITC rolls out pre-advise system
Subic Bay International Container Terminal Corporation (SBITC) is looking to improve traffic flow at the port of Subic with the implementation of a pre-advise system for trucks – the same system responsible for improving traffic flow at the Manila International Container Terminal (MICT).
Implemented last 13 July, SBITC’s pre-advise system will hasten gate transactions for all export cargo resulting in reduced truck and box dwell times. According to SBITC, the system “will minimize truck dwell time during In Gate since our Gate Checkers need not input pertinent date such as the status of container (full or empty), container number, outbound vessel information, port of destination and the like before they execute the In Gate Process. Empty containers will also be subject to the same system.” The MICT first implemented the same pre-advise system last March, which
A stacker loads a container to a truck at the New Container Terminals at the Port of Subic.
resulted in improved traffic flow inside and outside the terminal. Last year saw a significant increase in cargo traffic at the port of Subic as more users look to it as an alternative to the ports in Manila.
SBITC celebrates 15 years
Subic Bay International Terminal Corp. (SBITC) celebrated its 15th anniversary last 5 August. SBITC has been serving the growing economy of the northern regions of the Philippines through world class container handling services in Subic since 2000, initially at the Naval Supply Depot Terminal of the Subic Bay Freeport. In 2008, container handling operation at the Freeport was transferred at the New Container Terminals in Cubi Point. Aside from serving the Freeport’s industries and immediate economic hinterland, SBITC supports the box market of Metro Manila.
A simple event was held starting with the celebration of the Holy Mass.
Part of the anniversary celebration was the awarding of certificates of appreciation to SBITC employees who have been with the Company for 15 years. Photo shows Tony Ramos (far left), SBITC Head of Finance and Administration; Roberto Locsin, SBITC General Manager (second from left); and Santi Fuentes (far right), SBITC Terminal Manager together with the service awardees.
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Tony Ramos, Roberto Locsin and Santi Fuentes with Oscar Delos Reyes, a service awardee who has been with SBITC for 15 years.
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Hapag-Lloyd, CGSA plan new Asia, Europe services
By Katty Ossa
A team from Hapag-Lloyd’s Transoceanica Cía. Ltda. visited Contecon Guayaquil S.A. (CGSA) last 15 July to coordinate the operation of the new Asia and Europe services, which run from August to September. Photo shows Volker Meinlschmidt (left), Transoceanica Cía. Ltda. Vice President, and José Miguel Muñoz, CGSA Chief Executive Officer.
CGSA and Transoceánica teams
ICTSI Foundation secures donee status
Expands operations nationwide By Yehlen De la Luna
The ICTSI Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of International Container Terminal Services, Inc., was granted donee institution status by the Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).
The accreditation was granted last July after the Foundation received certification from the Philippine Council for NGO Certifcation (PCNC). Aside from the donee status, the Foundation also received the Certificate of Income Tax Exemption from the BIR. The Philippine Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) also renewed the Foundation’s registration as a resource agency. Valid for three years, the resource agency status enables the Foundation to expand its operations from the previous six Philippine regions to 15 regions, or effectively, nationwide.
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PORTFOLIO ICTSI NEWSBREAK
ICTSI 1H 2015 net income down 1% to US$100.4 million
Recurring net income up 20%; throughput grew 9% to 3.9 million TEUs; revenues increased 8% to US$552.1 million; EBITDA improved 12% to US$237.4 million International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) reported unaudited consolidated financial results for the first half of 2015, posting revenue from port operations of US$552.1million, an increase of eight percent over the US$510.3 million reported for the same period last year; Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (EBITDA) of US$237.4 million, 12 percent higher than the US$212.2 million generated in the first six months of 2014; and net income attributable to equity holders of US$100.4 million, down one percent over the US$101.7 million earned in the same period last year. Diluted earnings per share for the period was likewise lower by one percent to US$0.042, from US$0.043 in 2014. In the first half of 2014, the Company recognized gains on the sale of a nonoperating subsidiary in Cebu, Philippines; the termination of the management contract in Kattupalli, India; and the settlement of the insurance claims in Guayaquil, Ecuador of US$13.2 million, US$1.9 million and US$1.5 million, respectively. In the same period, the Company also recognized non-recurring items such as the US$0.3 million gain on the sale of the terminal in Naha, Japan; the recognition of a US$1.3 million wealth tax on its equity in the project in Aguadulce, Colombia; and a US$0.6 million one-time super tax recognized at the terminal in Karachi, Pakistan. Excluding these one-time gains and charges, recurring net income surged 20 percent in the first half of 2015. For the quarter ending June 30, 2015, revenue from port operations decreased two percent, from US$261.4 million to US$256 million. EBITDA was one percent higher at US$109.8 million, from US$108.6 million. Net income attributable to equity holders declined six percent, from US$49.3 million to US$46.4 million for the same period in 2014. Excluding the non-recurring gains recognized and one-time tax expenses at the terminals in Karachi, Pakistan and Aguadulce, Colombia, recurring net income would have increased five percent. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter decreased from US$0.021 in
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2014 to US$0.019 in 2015. ICTSI handled consolidated volume of 3,888,130 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in the first six months of 2015, nine percent more than the 3,566,023 TEUs handled in the same period in 2014. The increase in volume was mainly due to the continuing volume ramp-up at Contecon Manzanillo S.A. (CMSA) in Manzanillo, Mexico and Operadora Portuaria Centroamericana, S.A. de C.V. (OPC) in Puerto Cortez, Honduras; new shipping line contracts and services at Pakistan International Container Terminal (PICT) in Karachi, Pakistan; increased demand for services at Subic Bay International Terminal Corp. (SBITC) in Subic Bay, Philippines; favorable impact of consolidation at Yantai International Container Terminal (YICT) in Yantai China; and the contribution of the Company’s new terminal, ICTSI Iraq, in Basra, Iraq which began commercial operation in November 2014. Excluding the volume generated by the new terminal in Iraq, organic volume growth was at seven percent. The Company’s eight key terminal operations in Manila, Brazil, Poland, Madagascar, China, Ecuador, Pakistan and Honduras, which accounted for 77 percent of the Group’s consolidated volume in the first half of 2015, grew six percent compared to the same period last year. For the quarter ending June 30,
2015, total consolidated throughput was five percent higher at 1,905,357 TEUs compared to 1,808,928 TEUs in 2014. Gross revenues from port operations for the first half of 2015 increased eight percent to US$552.1 million, from US$510.3 million reported for the same period in 2014. The increase in revenues was mainly due to volume growth at most of the Company’s terminals; favorable volume mix and higher ancillary services at SBITC in Subic Bay, Philippines; new shipping line contracts and services at PICT in Karachi, Pakistan; favorable impact of the consolidation of terminal operations in Yantai, China; continuing ramp-up at OPC in Puerto Cortes, Honduras and CMSA in Manzanillo, Mexico; and the revenue contribution of the Company’s new terminal in Basra, Iraq. This, however, was partially offset by lower storage and break-bulk revenues combined with the 29 percent depreciation of the Brazilian Reais (BRL) against the US dollar at Tecon Suape S.A (TSSA) in Recife, Brazil; the discontinued vessel calls by two major shipping lines as a result of continuing labor disruption at ICTSI Oregon, Inc. (IOI) in Portland, Oregon, USA; weaker short-sea trade and reduced vessel calls at Baltic Container Terminal (BCT) in Gdynia, Poland; and slow economic activity coupled with the 23 percent depreciation of the Euro against the US dollar at Madagascar International Container Terminal
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Services, Ltd. (MICTSL) in Toamasina, Madagascar. Excluding the revenues from the new terminal, organic revenue growth was at six percent. Further removing the unfavorable effect of the 29 percent depreciation of the BRL and the 23 percent depreciation of the Euro against the US dollar would have resulted to a nine percent growth in revenue. The Group’s eight key terminal operations in Manila, Brazil, Poland, Madagascar, China, Ecuador, Pakistan and Honduras, which accounted for 82 percent of the Group’s consolidated revenues in the first six months of 2015, grew nine percent compared to the same period last year. Consolidated cash operating expenses in the first six months of 2015 grew two percent to US$226.5 million, from US$221 million in the same period in 2014. The increase was mainly driven by the contribution of a new terminal in Iraq and start-up costs of projects in Melbourne, Australia; Lekki, Nigeria; and Tuxpan, Mexico. This increase, however, was tapered by the depreciation of the BRL and the EURO as the cash operating
expenses of the terminals in Brazil and Madagascar were translated to a lower US$ equivalent. Excluding the cost associated with the new terminal and projects, total cash operating expenses would have increased by only 0.3 percent. Consolidated EBITDA for the first half of 2015 increased 12 percent to US$237.4 million, from US$212.2 million in 2014 mainly due to strong revenues driven by the continuing ramp-up at the terminals in Honduras and Mexico; favorable impact of the consolidation in Yantai, China; and the positive contribution of the new terminal in Iraq. Excluding the impact of the new terminal and projects, consolidated EBITDA would have increased 11 percent in the first half of 2015. Consequently, consolidated EBITDA margin improved to 43 percent in the first half of 2015, from 42 percent in the same period in 2014. Consolidated financing charges and other expenses for the first semester increased 13 percent, from US$29.6 million in 2014 to US$33.3 million in 2015. The increase was primarily due to higher interest expense resulting from the
issuance of an additional US$75 million of medium-term notes in April 2014 and the consolidation of US$35.8 million of loans as a result of the consolidation of the terminal operations at Yantai, China in July 2014. Capital expenditures for the first six months of 2015 amounted to US$136.7 million, approximately 26 percent of the US$530 million capital expenditure budget for the full year 2015. The established budget is mainly allocated for the completion of development at the Company’s new container terminals in Mexico, Honduras and Iraq; capacity expansion in its terminal operation in Manila; and to start the development of the new terminals in Democratic Republic of Congo and Australia. In addition, ICTSI invested US$52.9 million in the development of Sociedad Puerto Industrial Aguadulce S.A. (SPIA), its joint venture container terminal development project with PSA International Pte Ltd. (PSA) in Buenaventura, Colombia. The Company’s share for 2015 to complete phase one of the project is approximately US$140 million.
ICTSI and Subsidiaries Financial Highlights YoY Comparison For the six months ended June 30 (in million USD, except Earnings per share data) Gross Revenues
1H 2014 USD
510.3
1H 2015 USD
% Change
552.1
8%
EBITDA
212.2
237.4
12%
Net Income
105.6
105.7
0.1%
Net Income Attributable to Equity Holders
101.7
100.4
-1%
Basic
0.043
0.042
-1%
Diluted
0.043
0.042
-1%
Earnings per share
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PORTFOLIO GEARING UP
New stackers boost SBITC operations Subic Bay International Terminal Corp. (SBITC) commissioned three new reach stackers during the SBITC’s 15th anniversary celebration last 5 August. The addition of one Sany and two Kalmar reach stackers effectively boost International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) Subic operations ahead of the upcoming holiday season. According to Roberto Locsin, SBITC General Manager, the new equipment is in response to the expected increase in container traffic. Photo shows (from left): Enrico Cruz of BOC Subic AOCG; Allan David of Seaport TOD; Randy Iglesia of APL Subic; Jimmy Manlapat, SBITC Consultant; Henry Dungca, SBITC Engineering Manager; Mr. Locsin; Santi Fuentes, SBITC Terminal Manager; Tony Ramos, SBITC Administration and Finance Manager; Michael Barce, Sany Senior Technician; and Frezier Almeranez, Sany Technical Support Head.
LGICT completes first section of Phase 1 Development Project Laguna Gateway Inland Container Terminal (LGICT), the recently opened dry port unit of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) in Calamba, Laguna, completed Section 1 of the terminal’s Phase 1 Development Project last August.
With section 1 finished, clients and other stakeholders can expect bigger yard capacity and improved services as LGICT looks to complete the entire Phase 1 Development Project by December. Photos show Phase 1 as of 3 August.
Breaking ground last April, Phase 1 includes the expansion of new facilities and dedicated storage areas for loaded and empty containers, a rubber-tyred gantry runway, container care facilities, weigh bridges and upgrade of the access road.
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Left side of T-Area
Right Side of T-Area
North view of T-Area
South View of T-Area
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TECH TALK
MICT upgrades to Navis N4 2.6 By Albert Joseph Canceran
Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) recently updated its terminal operating system from Navis N4 2.2 to 2.6.
Version 2.6 contains several improved features including easier N4 node administration, increased number of supported browsers and operating systems, additional security features on the N4 installer, better system and database performance monitoring, enhanced configurability, and improved application modules. The upgrade replaced the N4 Radio Server with Navis ECN4, a control module that acts as a hub for managing different port equipment like RTGs, reach stackers and side lifters. Information Technology Systems and Services (ITSS) commissioned additional 45 units of Honeywell Thor VM2. These vehicle-mounted terminals utilize ECN4Web, a customizable application for work instructions. ITSS also provisioned a more robust and secure network architecture to house the new SPARCS N4 application, database, backup and web servers on a gigabit Ethernet. ITSS also installed Hyperic HQ for the proactive monitoring of all N4 components for system administrators. The upgrade to version 2.6 introduced customizations on the N4 Mobile, a web-based application for container inspection; recording of container, damages, temperature, placards and over dimensions; billing service events; and reefer monitoring. The N4 Mobile Hatch Clerk module was also introduced, further enhancing vessel operations like loading, discharging, shifting and adding new containers to the system.
Direct-to-truck and direct-to-vessel features, along with additional validations on bookings and yard allocations were also configured in the system. “The upgrade resolved system performance concerns and cache issues. From business blueprinting to post-go-live, our own specialists from Operations, Billing, ITSS and Global IT have been very supportive. Equally, the Navis team extended utmost expertise,” says Francis John S. Valdez, ITSS Manager. “The project gave us a chance to include more system validations and tighten security on processes for Operations,” explains Adelino B. Vestil, OP Gates Assistant Manager. “Also, we are pleased with the new look of the XPS Client. It is now more user-friendly with its enhanced menus, views and search options,” he adds. MICT is the first terminal of its size in to successfully implement Navis N4 2.6 in the world. Project orientation, integration and user acceptance testing, technical and functional training were done throughout the project. Mr. Valdez acted as the Project Manager while Reynaldo Mark S. Cruz, ITSS Director; Jay A. Valdez, MICT Terminal Operations Director; and Mohammed Ghandar, MICT General Manager sponsored the project.
SHIP AHOY!
SITC Hainan makes maiden call at MCT By Francis Andrew O. Paduganan
SITC International increased its presence in southern Philippines with the arrival of SITC Hainan at the Mindanao Container Terminal (MCT) in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental last 20 July. The MCT, located inside the Phividec Industrial Estate, is operated by ICTSI subsidiary Mindanao International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (MICTSI).
Measuring 172 meters long, the recently commissioned 1,800-TEU vessel is the third in SITC’s fleet to call at the MCT. MICTSI and SITC officials were present during the maiden call led by Jose Mari Fernandez, MICTSI Teminal Manager, and Qing Quan, SITC Philippines General Manager. The awarding ceremony marks the prospering partnership between MICTSI and SITC.
SITC Hainan at the Mindanao Container Terminal.
Jose Mari Fernandez (right), MICTSI Terminal Manager, hands the commemorative certificate marking the maiden call of SITC Hainan to Capt. Luo San, Vessel Master.
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PORTFOLIO SHIP AHOY!
MICT receives Sima Genesis in maiden call The Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) welcomed Simatech’s new vessel, the Sima Genesis, during the boxship’s inaugural call at the MICT last 4 August. Measuring 240 meters long and 36 meters wide, the 4,350 TEU-capacity feeder ship is the largest vessel ever built by a feeder operator. The vessel is deployed in Simatech’s joint India Far East Express service with Hanjin Shipping and T.S. Line, which connects Korea, China, and Southeast Asia with Chennai. The vessel plies the ports of Gwangyang, Busan, Shanghai, Ningbo, Shekou, Singapore, Port Kelang, Chennai, Port Kelang, Singapore, and Manila before going back to Gwangyang.
The MV Sima Genesis being serviced at Berth 6 of the MICT.
Warm Manila welcome. Jay Valdez, MICT Operations Director (far right), presented a plaque commemorating the maiden call of Sima Genesis to Jahandideh Mahmood (second from right), Vessel Master. With them are (from left) Munisama Anantaan, Simatech Malaysia Branch Manager; Pin Huang, SITC Logistics Manager; and Kit Wei Cho, Simatech Head Office General Manager.
MEETS & GREETS
EKR meets ICTSI international scholars By Joy E. Lapuz
Prior to their departure for Boston, United States, Marlito Soriano Jr. and Charmille Coleen Dizon, the scholars chosen for the pioneer run of the ICTSI International Scholarship Program, visited Enrique K. Razon Jr., ICTSI Chairman and President, at his office at Solaire Resort and Casino. Mr. Razon, along with his wife and son, Lizzy and Enzo, chatted with the scholars and advised them on what to expect when they begin their studies at Northeastern University. Mrs. Razon handed care packs containing medicines and winter clothes to the two. Soriano and Dizon expressed their gratitude to Mr. Razon for giving them a “life-changing opportunity.” The two were chosen among 69 applicants from Manila, Bauan, Batangas, Olongapo, Misamis Oriental, General Santos City, Davao City, and Tagum City – localities where International Container Terminal Serviced, Inc. (ICTSI) operates – in September last year. Mr. Soriano, from New Society General High School, and Ms. Dizon, from Olongapo City National High School, are pursuing degrees in Accountancy and Environmental Science, respectively.
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At the send-off (from left): Mr. Enrique K. Razon Jr., Mrs. Lizzy Razon, Charmille Coleen Dizon, Marlito Soriano Jr., Enzo Razon, and Christian Tantoco.
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DO GOOD
Day care centers in Parola undergo repair By Marie Bernadette C. De Guzman
Eight day care centers in Parola underwent renovation courtesy of the ICTSI Foundation’s Project AIDE (Assistance to Improve Day Care Education).
These day care centers provide a learning environment to a total of 1,012 children. The facilities first underwent
repair back in 2011 during the pilot implementation of Project AIDE. For this year, the Foundation tapped several skilled workers and laborers from Parola to perform the repairs. After the repairs were done, a simple turnover ceremony was held at Parola Gate 20 Day Care Center. In attendance
were representatives from the Manila Department of Social Welfare Districts 1 and 3; Barangay Councils of Barangays 20 and 275; and selected members of the parent-teacher associations. Each day care center also received a new set of story books. Joy Lapuz, ICTSI Foundation Senior Program Head; Ruth Laguidao, Gate 1A Barangay 20 Daycare Worker; Nonie Dellota, Barangay 20 Kagawad; Raquel Tubale, Social Worker; Lanie Magday, MDSW District 1 ECCD Coordinator; and Bryan Mondejar, Barangay 20 Kagawad during the turnover ceremony for the newly renovated day care centers.
SCIPSI hosts blood drive By Rejamna Jubelag
South Cotabato Integrated Port Services, Inc. (SCIPSI), in collaboration with the Philippine National Red Cross (PCNRC), conducted a bloodletting event at the SCIPSI Administration Building last 27 March.
A total of 38 blood bags were collected from qualified donors composed of employees, port users and clients. Aside from being part of the company’s anniversary celebration, the blood-letting activity is also one of SCIPSI’s annual traditions. Plans are underway to conduct another bloodletting activity this year.
Port users, SCIPSI staff and stevedores volunteer to donate blood to the Philippine Red Cross.
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PORTFOLIO LEVEL UP
DIPSSCOR, workers’ union ink new CBA By Chiara May C. Atis
Davao Integrated Port and Stevedoring Services Corp. (DIPSSCOR) and the DIPSSCOR Employees and Workers Union (DEWU) agreed on a new, one-year collective bargaining agreement (CBA) last 21 July.
Jorge A. Alegrabes, National President of the Philippine Association of Trade Unions (ATU-TUCP), expressed his delight for the new deal, citing that over the years, ATU has become instrumental in the improved welfare of union members. He praised DIPSSCOR for continuously supporting employees and providing better benefits to all union members. Manuel M. De Jesus, DIPSSCOR President, is grateful to the Union’s Bargaining Unit for accepting the management’s request for a relatively shorter CBA period. Mr. De Jesus also congratulated both the management and the union panel for reaching the accord in a short period. The DIPSSCOR Management Panel and the DEW-ATU-TUCP Officers during the CBA signing last July. (Seated from left): Chiara May C. Atis, DIPSSCOR HR & Admin Head; Julien C. Domingo, DIPSSCOR General Manager; Jorge G. Alegarbes, ATU-TUCP National President; Leo M. Guiraldo, DEWU Local Union President; Gelberto P. Cayetano, DEWU Vice President; (standing): Atty. Oscar Gerard Breva, DIPSSCOR Legal Counsel; Reynaldo T. Solon, DEWU Auditor; Nestor P. Cayetano, DEWU Board Member; Roberto B. Calvo, Asst. Operations Head; Sanieto A. Sebellino, Operations Head; Dolores R. Alegarbes, ATU-TUCP Director; Manuel M. De Jesus, DIPSSCOR President; Julius Cesar C. Labajo, DEWU Board Member; Vivian A. Bruma, ATU-TUCP Secretary/Treasurer; Danilo P. Concon, Shop Steward; Eden M. Cortez – DEWU Board Member; Bieve J. Olandria and Rolando D. Rulida Jr., DEWU Shop Stewards.
Building stronger leadership teams at the MICT ICTSI Manila flagship taps PSQI for people development By Margie Lyn C. Cuadera
Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) is focusing on further strengthening leadership teams to sustain the continuous growth of the ICTSI Group’s flagship operation.
Early this year, management invited Anders Piper, Founder of Performance Safety Quality International (PSQI), to conduct interviews with the Management Committee (ManCom) team. Mr. Piper is impressed at MICT’s level of competitiveness. After observing the technology and infrastructure in place, as well as the terminal’s impressive relationship with its stakeholders, Mr. Piper assessed that in order to sustain its impressive growth, MICT needs to establish equally strong leadership teams in all levels. Interviews with members of the ManCom revealed the need for a more structured approach to leadership development in order to sustain MICT’s continuous growth and support the Company’s vision to become “Employer Choice” through leadership and people development. The ManCom team decided to conduct a training program, which was finalized in April. Using a top-down approach, ManCom members took the first dip into a series of leadership training programs followed by managers, superintendents and supervisors. Mr. Piper returned in May to facilitate training programs for three groups. Held at Solaire Resort & Casino, the training for ManCom members ran from 11 to 15 May. Christian R. Gonzalez, ICTSI Vice President and Head of
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Asia Pacific Region, graced the initial session and spoke about how ManCom members could learn from their mistakes. For the second and third sessions, the focus shifted to selfleadership and motivation, and how they impact a person’s leadership potential. Mohamed Ghandar, MICT General Manager, participated in the sessions and stressed the importance of MICT’s commitment to the program. Mr. Ghandar also relayed his post-training expectations for every manager. A second module is scheduled this November. MICT firmly believes that in order for change to succeed, it has to start from the top all the way to every member of the organization. The learnings from this training program will be applied in the training for superintendents and supervisors next year.
MICT Managers and Assistant Managers together with Anders Piper (center, in white polo).
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2015 ICTSI Global Legal Conference By Sunshine Rayoso
The Global Corporate Legal Affairs Group of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) held its second Global Legal Conference from 18 to 19 June in Madrid, Spain. The annual event, which was attended by 12 in-house counsels from Manila and other ICTSI subsidiaries, was graced by guest speakers from international law firms Holman Fenwick Willan and Linklaters LLP, who talked about construction and procurement contracts, as well as project finance. The discussions also focused on the participants’ skills and expertise, updates on their respective subsidiaries, code of business conduct, corporate governance, dispute resolution, tax issues, base erosion and profit shifting, as well as corporate initiatives. The two-day conference, which was organized by Ton van den Bosch, ICTSI Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Governance; and Shwaid Ismael, ICTSI Legal Manager for EMEA and South Asia Region, provided an avenue for ICTSI’s global legal team to enhance their knowledge and be aligned with the Company’s corporate objectives.
In Madrid (from left, front): Atty. Benjamin M. Gorospe III, ICTSI Legal Manager for Americas Region and Global Tax Manager; Carolina Rodriguez from ICTSI Americas; Olivia Jones, VICT Company Secretary; Atty. Lirene C. Mora - Suarez, ICTSI Legal Manager for Asia Pacific Region; Claudia Guerrero, SPIA Legal Manager; (back) Atty. Anthony G. Topacio, TSSA Legal Manager; Atty. Al-Shwaid L. Ismael, ICTSI Legal Manager for EMEA and South Asia Region; Juan Carlos Garrido, ICTSI Director of Business Development for the Americas; Michael Ratrimo, MICTSL Director of Terminal Administration and Management; Jimmy Kikaya, IDRCSA Corporate Secretary; Atty. Ramon Enrique B. Ramirez, ICTSI Tax Compliance Manager; and Ton van den Bosch, ICTSI Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Governance and Chief Legal Advisor.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Implementing the Code of Business Conduct in our daily transactions Part 1: Honest and Ethical Business Practices (Anti-Bribery) By Sunshine Rayoso
ICTSI has grown to become a world-leading port management company in the face of challenging business environments and a volatile industry. It has become more important now, more than ever, for employees to conduct business with the highest standards of honesty and integrity. In response to this challenge, management created the ICTSI Code of Business Conduct for employees and business partners working with or on behalf of ICTSI. A copy of the Code is available in the ICTSI website. One of the essential guidelines that must be observed is the policy on anti-bribery and business gifts. ICTSI strictly denounces and prohibits any form of bribery or corruption. Employees shall not promise, offer, or authorize someone on its behalf to give any type of bribe, such as cash or cash equivalents (e.g. gift certificates, kickbacks,
commissions, gifts, entertainment, travel or accommodation, consulting fees, job opportunities or any form of favor). Similarly, employees shall not ask for, accept or receive bribes, or any other personal benefit or gain that would violate his / her duty as an ICTSI employee. This policy applies to everyone, both private individuals and government officials. For additional information, employees can ask for a copy of the ICTSI AntiBribery Compliance Policy and Procedure, and seek guidance from the Global Corporate Legal Affairs Department.
ICTSI strictly denounces and prohibits any form of bribery or corruption.
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MICT, SBITC conduct quake drills Manila International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (MICT) and Subic Bay International Terminal Corp. (SBITC) answered the national call for earthquake safety and preparedness by conducting separate earthquake drills last July.
MICT held the drill on 30 July, simultaneous with other companies and cities in Metropolitan Manila. The drill was spearheaded by the MICT Emergency Response Team (ERT) in coordination with the Manila Bureau of Fire Protection. Based on the drill scenario, a strong earthquake hit Metro Manila and caused structural damages. No immediate assistance was available for at least several hours, leaving everyone to help themselves. As the siren rang, employees and tenants performed the “duck, cover and hold” procedure under desks and other sturdy structures. After the siren stopped, everybody evacuated the Administration building orderly and proceeded to the designated evacuation areas near the sea wall for personnel accounting. SBITC, on the other hand, held its own drills on 31 July. A similar scenario was played as the siren started ringing. Employees and port users also performed the “duck, hold and cover” maneuver before evacuating their respective work areas after the alarm stopped. Everyone converged to the assigned assembly point as all commanders assigned performed head counts before reporting to the incident commander. The deputy incident command officer contacted the SBMA Fire Rescue Team and the Philippine Red Cross for rescue and medical assistance. After the drill, both rescue teams gave SBITC a very satisfactory rating.
MICT employees duck under their desks during the earthquake simulation.
Employees, port users and other personnel evacuate the Administration building.
SBITC personnel proceed to open grounds to avoid falling debris during the earthquake drill.
Members of the SBMA Fire Rescue Team carry an injured person to safety.
An ambulance is on stand-by during the earthquake drill at SBITC.
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After the sirens stopped, people gathered at the designated evacuation area in front of the Administration Building.
A rescue team from the Philippine Red Cross lowers an injured person from a quay crane.
A recent study reveals that Manila and Quezon are vulnerable to “The Big One,” which refers to the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that could happen anytime. According to the study, The West Valley Fault had moved four times in the last 400 years, with the last movement recorded some 356 years ago. The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) set a metro-wide quake drill on 30 July to help boost the public’s preparation in the event of a strong earthquake. MICT and SBITC responded by conducting successful drills, the learnings from which could mean the difference between life and death for a lot of people.
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ADVISORY
MICT beefs up security in Admin Building premises Effective 17 August, MICT is enforcing stricter security measures for employees and other personnel entering the Administration Building.
Engr. Herbert Vergara, MICT Manager for General Services, details the new policies in a memorandum, which centers on the wearing of IDs within the Admin Building premises. The new security policy contains the following provisions: 1. The NO ID, NO ENTRY applies to all personnel who enter the Admin Building. a. Wearing of IDs is part of the Company’s complete uniform. All ICTSI/MICT employees are required to wear the companyissued IDs upon entry to the Admin building. Desk Officers at the lobby shall take down the names of the employees without IDs for submission to the HRD. b. Visitors and guests are required to present IDs and register on the logbook at the lobby information
desk. Desk Officers will issue color-coded passes based on the visitor’s floor / department to be visited. Visitors shall only be granted entry after confirmation from the employee to be visited. Upon leaving, passes should be surrendered to the Information Desk. c. Guests of the Chairman of the Board shall be extended due courtesy and given necessary assistance. 2. Brokers, forwarders and trucking personnel/ helpers, wearing proper attire, who have business transactions with shipping line offices and the ICTSI Billing Department are only allowed to use the back door entrances. They are required to present a valid ID, and will be issued a color coded visitor’s pass according to floor destination. 3. All contractual personnel (security/janitorial/aircon PM vendor) and other vendors shall wear their IDs and proper
uniform at all times within the premises. 4. Food deliveries from outside merchants and the canteen concessionaire are only allowed to use the back door entrances. External merchants are required to present a valid ID to obtain color-coded visitor’s pass. They shall be allowed entry after confirmation from the employee to be visited. 5. Firearms must be voluntarily surrendered to the Desk Officer at the lobby entrance. 6. Visitors suspected to be under the influence of liquor or prohibited drugs will not be allowed to enter the building. 7. Loitering is strictly prohibited at the main entrance lobby and hallways of the building. Sitting and sleeping on the stairways and hallways of the building are also prohibited. Engr. Vergara advises employees who lost their IDs to coordinate with HRD for processing of replacement IDs. Tenants are also asked to submit their company ID sample and list of employees to Ike Bancoleta of General Services.
MICT revised policy on port visits As part of the Company’s initiatives to ensure the comfort and safety of its guests, the Manila Interanational Container Terminal is implementing new guidelines for port visits effective 18 August. 1. Port visit requests must be submitted to Encie Urdaneta (eurdaneta@ ictsi.com) at least three days before the target date of visit. The request must include an accomplished visitors’ form (email Ms. Urdaneta to request for copies). Upon receipt of visitors’ request, MICT will provide confirmation within 24 hours via email. 2. Visitors and their vehicles shall be subject to standard security inspection by MICT
security personnel before entering the terminal. MICT security personnel reserve the right to determine the appropriate parking area for visitors’ vehicles, and perform other security measures as deemed necessary. 3. After inspection, visitors should proceed to either the Administration building lobby or Pass Control office as indicated in the confirmation email. 4. A printed copy of the visitor’s form should be presented to the lobby or pass control officer prior to the tour. No form, no entry. Only the names listed in the form will be allowed to
enter the terminal. 5. Visitors will be issued the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), which should be worn upon entry to the terminal. 6. Due to the busy nature of operations at the terminal, port visits have a maximum duration of one hour. 7. Visitors are not allowed to bring snacks and drinks inside the terminal. 8. Visitors are not allowed to take photographs or video recordings inside the terminal. However, group photos for souvenir can be taken at the lobby of the ICTSI Administration building.
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PORTFOLIO SPORTS
ICTSI Foundation continues support for Little League Manila South Team Manila-PH softbelles is second runner up in Big League World Series The ICTSI Foundation continued its support for Little League Manila South in the league’s Big League World Series campaign last 3–9 August in Roxana, Delaware in the United States. The Manila-based baseball club’s ladies softball team, Team Manila–Philippines, placed second runner up in the 2015 season of the World Series softball held at the Lower Sussex Little League Complex in Pyles Center. Team Manila–PH, composed of the country’s top collegiate softball players from Manila universities, secured a semifinal berth after besting other teams in its pool with three wins and no loses. The top two teams in the two pools of the tournament who qualified for the finals were: Manila–PH and Antelope Valley, California from Pool A; and Millsboro, Delaware and East Monroe, Louisiana from Pool B. In the crossover match, the Manila softbelles lost to eventual champion East Monroe–LA. However, Team Manila–PH was able to clinch its next best placement when it won against defending champion and host Millsboro–DE in the battle for third. Antelope Valley–CA, which was second to Manila–PH in Pool A, was the season’s first runner up when it lost to East Monroe–LA in the finals. The Team’s third place finish this year is by far, its best placement since 2012 when the Team won the league’s
overall championship in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The Manila softbelles have been consistent in winning the Asia Pacific regional championships. The regional title qualifies the Team to the Big League World Series. Team Manila–PH is among the top teams in the US-based league as it has been placing well for the past 15 years: championship in 2012; first runner up finishes in 2011, 2010 and 2008; and second runner up in 2015, 2005 and 2001. The Foundation has been supporting Little League Manila South since 2013 as part of its sports assistance program. With youth as its core advocacy, the Foundation provides support mechanisms to select sports programs in the country. In choosing Team Manila–PH as a key beneficiary, the Foundation’s primary consideration is the location of beneficiaries, which is Manila, the host community of ICTSI’s flagship. The local government of Manila also supports the Team. The softball players are athletic scholars of Manilabased universities Adamson University, University of Santo Tomas, National University and University of the East. Most of these young ladies are from indigent families who avail of collegiate athletic scholarships provided by the universities. The Foundation also supports select Filipino athletes when representing the country in international sporting events.
Team Manila-PH is the 2015 Little League World Series - Big League Ladies’ Softball third best team.
ICTSI bags crown at 1st Qatar Airways-Fiesta Tours bowling tourney By Ronnel P. Javier An inter-department team from ICTSI won a recent bowling invitational sponsored by Qatar Airways and Fiesta Tours & Travels Corporation. Held on 15 August at the HP Sports Center in Harrison Plaza, Manila, the competition saw Team ICTSI best 12 other teams to secure the championship. ICTSI’s Margie Merquita emerged as the female top scorer with 148 pinfalls in a single game. Photo shows (from left) Ronnel Javier, Terry Salcedo, Margie Merquita, Eloida Arcena and Zinno Gudez of Team ICTSI.
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HEALTH CORNER
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PORTFOLIO HUGIS LARAWAN
Mr. Arsenio Manlulu, Prime mover na, Checker pa By Ricardo D. Paredes
Si Arsenio Manlulu ay nagsimulang magtrabaho sa ICTSI bilang isang GPW on Call noong ika-6 Hunyo taong 2006. Dahil sa kasipagan at dedikasyon sa trabaho, siya ay nabigyan ng pagkakataong sumailalim sa pagsasanay ng mga Checkers at Prime Mover Operator, na kanya namang ipinasa. Ngayon, siya ay nagtatrabaho na bilang isang Prime Mover Operator.
Mistulang walang kapaguran itong si Arsenio. May mga pagkakataong kinakailangan niyang magtrabaho bilang Checker kahit araw ng kanyang pahinga. Minsan, kapag nangangailangan ang Operations ng karagdagang manggagawa, malugod niyang tinatanggap ang dagdag na trabaho. Sa mga pagkakataong hindi nakakarating ang mga barko sa tamang oras, siya rin ay tumutulong sa kanyang mga supervisor sa yarda. Sa aking panayam kay Arsenio, tinanong ko siya kung bakit ganoon na lamang ang dedikasyon nya sa kanyang trabaho. “Sir, trabaho ang hanap ko, dito ko kinukuha ang pang
araw-araw ng pamilya ko. Kapag maayaos ang aking gawain, tiyak maaabot ko ang aking pangarat pati na ng pamilya ko,” sagot niya. “Ako ay masayahing tao. Madalas akong bininiro ng aking mga katrabaho sa loob subalit Arsenio Manlulu, PMO and tinatawanan ko lang dahil para Checker sa akin, ito ay nakakagaan ng pakiramdam. Sabi nga nila, tanggal stress,” nakangiting kuwento ni Arsenio. “Ang pansarili kong pananaw ay mahalin ang trabaho ko kasi kapag mahal mo ang ginagawa mo, hindi na ito basta trabaho lamang; ang lahat ay magiging magaang gawin para sa iyo.” Para sa akin, Si Arsenio Manlulu ay isang huwarang empleyado na dapat tularan. Ating bigyang pugay ang kanyang kasipagan at dedikasyon sa trabaho.
NEWSBREAK | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
Basra governor seeks more PH investments Iraqi official impressed with ICTSI Citing International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) US$130 million investment in the port sector of the Republic of Iraq and the Company’s brand of professionalism, Basra Governor Dr. Majid Al-Nasrawi has called on more Philippine firms to invest in the oil-rich southern province of Iraq. “ICTSI has made a good impression for the Philippines because of its huge investment and its professional way of doing business,” said Governor Al-Nasrawi during the courtesy call of Elmer Cato, Chargé d’Affaires of the Philippine Embassy in Baghdad last July.
“We want more investments from the Philippines. There are numerous investment opportunities here for Filipino companies,” he added. Aside from the invitation, the Governor also assured Philippine companies that “Basra is safe,” and that “there are no serious security issues here.” In 2014, ICTSI signed a contract with General “ICTSI Company for Ports of Iraq to operate, develop and has made a expand the container good impression for handling facilities at the Port of Umm the Philippines because Qasr, the largest of its huge investment port in Iraq. Its subsidiary, Basra and its professional way Gateway Terminal of doing business,” (BGT), operates Berth 20. Full build said Governor Alof BGT is expected to be Nasrawi operational in 2016.
Philippine Chargé d’Affaires Elmer Cato (left) with Basra Governor Dr. Majid Al-Nasrawi during the former’s courtesy call on the Iraqi official last July.
MEETS & GREETS | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
PH diplomat visits BGT By Sheeba Khan On 13 July, His Excellency Elmer Cato (left), Philippine Embassy Charge d’Affaires, visited Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) as part of a three-day familiarization trip to Southern Iraq. He was welcomed by (from left) Captain Hamid Bakheet Abdullah, General Company for the Ports Iraq – North Port Director; Phillip Marsham, BGT CEO; and Munther Al-Saiegh, BGT Commercial Manager. His Excellency toured the BGT facilities and expansion site.
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ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
MSC links ICTSI Manzanillo terminal to USA West Coast Express Service Swiss shipping line Mediterranean Shipping Co. (MSC) announced the inclusion of the Port of Manzanillo, Mexico to the route of its newly launched service, USA West Coast Service (USWC). MSC will regularly call the port’s Specialized Container Terminal II (SCT-2) operated by Contecon Manzanillo SA de C.V. (CMSA). Launched last 2 July, USWC connects SCT-2 with key ports in Europe, United States and Canada. The service transports containers from Northern Europe to the US West Coast via the Panama Canal. The service is expected to strengthen US West Coast, trans-Atlantic and Northern European, and Mexican trades. According to Fortino Landeros, CMSA
Director General, MSC’s decision to integrate the ICTSI Mexican terminal in a strategic route is a sign of port users’ growing confidence in CMSA: “With our infrastructure, open spaces, technology, and processes that optimize operations, we can speed up and reduce the import processing time, lower costs for users and help cargo arrive on time.” Mr. Landeros said despite increasing
container volume, SCT-2 still has enough capacity to accommodate larger cargo volume. “The infrastructure that we currently have allows us to attract more cargo volume as we have gained 60 percent yard occupancy ratio in just the first stage of development. We are starting stage 1B this year, which will further increase our capacity up to 800,000 TEUs,” he adds. Recently, CMSA launched improvement programs that would obtain for SCT-2 international certifications for quality, safety, and environment, among others; strengthening Manzanillo’s position as the premier international trading gateway in Mexico.
Map shows the trade route of MSC’s USA West Coast Express Service.
SPORTS | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
BCT sponsors “small world cup” Described by many as a “small world cup” because of the participation of World Championship medalists and Olympians, the 2015 BCT Gdynia Marathon took place last 22 August.
The BCT Gdynia Marathon is a cyclical, annual swimming competition that traces its roots to the marathons that took place in Puck Bay during the sixties and seventies. Baltic Container Terminal has been sponsoring the event since its pilot run in 2011. This year’s event features a route length of 20.5 kilometers, making the BCT Gdynia Marathon the longest marathon in Poland and one of the longest in Europe. Participants from this year’s event include Alex Meyer of the United States, 2013 BCT Gdynia Marathon winner and 2012 Olympian; Jan Urbaniak of Poland, the youngest swimmer to finish the Hel-Gdynia route back in 2012; Christian Reichert of Gemany, gold medalist at the World Cup in Hong Kong and Barcelona; and Damian Blaum of Argentina, 2013 FINA Open Water Grand Prix champion and 2013 World Open Water Swimming Man of the Year. For the women’s category, Christine Jennings of the United States, 2012-2013 Gdynia BCT Marathon winner; and Esther Nuñez Morera of Spain, two-time FINA Open Water Grand Prix winner; headlined the competition.
The 2015 edition also included the 2,950-meter HelGdynia race, which is an open water swimming competition; relay races; and a 200-meter SPLASH race for children aged fived to thirteen years.
(Image courtesy of www.bctgdyniamarathon.pl)
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PORTFOLIO GEARING UP | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
Upgrade of Umm Qasr’s Berth 20 nears completion By Sheeba Khan
Civil works for the upgrade of Berth 20 at the Port of Umm Qasr is nearing completion as Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) gears up its facilities for more import and export trade in Iraq.
Leading the renovation project is BGT’s Engineering start-up team. Members of the team are mostly composed of personnel from the operations and civil works departments of the Baltic Container Terminal (BCT) in Gdynia, Poland. Kazimierz Giczkowski led the pioneer team with Arumoy Bhowmick, now BGT Head of Engineering, taking over the project. After 18 months and with less than six months to go before the deadline, BGT had already completed more than 80 percent of the renovation. “We are proud of our Polish colleagues in spearheading the upgrade of facilities and equipment in Basra. The sharing of expertise and technologies among ICTSI Group companies is part of our service excellence brand. Multinationals in ICTSI learn from each other,” says Rico Cruz, BGT Head of Operations. When BGT took over the facilities at berth 20 in May 2014, it was apparent that major infrastructure and equipment overhaul were needed to improve operation. The task at hand proved to be a challenge as both infrastructure and equipment required repairs. The two quay cranes showed signs of neglect, requiring rope and twist lock replacements, and general maintenance. The container yard also required renovation. There was an urgent need to establish a modern and fully equipped work shop to start the refurbishment of cranes, reach stackers, trucks and other port equipment. The Engineering team replaced the quay crane spreaders and refurbished other mobile equipment. These helped improve the truck turnaround time, resulting in increased move-per-hour from10 to 35. The yard has also been paved and fenced. EIR and lane markings were also added to ensure smooth operation. To ramp up security within the terminal premises, CCTVs were installed for 24/7 surveillance. In addition, a new 40-plug reefer area was set up for reefer volumes. The addition of the new reefer power pack changes the commercial outlook for BGT as new businesses start coming to BGT.
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Workshop facility: before and after the renovation.
This Mafi truck looks brand new after being refurbished.
Left photo shows the quay cranes at Berth 20 before being refurbished. The refurbished cranes have allowed BGT to improve its operating efficiency with 35 moves per hour as compared to the previous 10.
ON BOARD | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
New PortFolio correspondent from Iraq The PortFolio team welcomes its newest correspondent, Ms. Sheeba Khan of Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT). Ms. Khan holds the position of BGT Finance Performance Manager, and has joined the BGT team stationed in the Dubai. Photo shows (from left) Ms. Khan together with Phillip Marsham, BGT CEO; and Iva Roman, AGCT Commercial Coordinator.
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SPOTLIGHT | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
ICTSI joins 3rd Iran Sea Expo With reports from John Paolo Siat and Dexter Landicho International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) recently participated in the Iran Sea Expo, one the largest maritime trade events, held at Tehran, Iran from 6 to 9 June. Hans Ole-Madsen, ICTSI Senior Vice President of Europe and the Middle East region, headed the ICTSI delegation. Members of his delegation include Dexter Landicho and John Paolo Siat, ICTSI Public Relations Officers, and Mike Mundy, ICTSI Consultant. Photo shows His Excellency Eduardo Marinez R. Meñez (center), Philippine Ambassador to Iran, introducing Mr. Madsen (right) to Abbas Ahmad Akhoundi, Iranian Minister of Road and Urban Development, at the ICTSI booth.
Dexter Landicho, Mike Mundy, Hans-Ole Madsen and Philippine Ambassador Eduardo Marinez Meñez at the ICTSI exhibit.
TECH TALK | ICTSI GLOBAL NEWS
Tecon Suape taps Cisco to optimize operations Central Communication / Network Management system upgrade aimed at reducing costs, streamlining processes Tecon Suape, S.A. (TSSA) has partnered with Cisco Systems to optimize its operations at the Port of Suape, in Pernambuco, Northeast Brazil. The project includes the deployment of Cisco® Business Edition 6000 (BE6000), a package of advanced communications and collaboration solutions, and Cisco Prime architecture to facilitate delivery of fully integrated lifecycle operations across both wireless and cable networks. TSSA also renewed their core and edge switches with Cisco for maximized network availability, lower costs and streamlined processes. Aside from the deployment of Cisco BE6000 platform, which is integrated with the IP Communicator and Jabber®,
the project also includes the installation of Cisco Unified IP Phone system, which runs on Cisco Unified Computing System™ server; and Cisco Catalyst switches for the network infrastructure, which increased traffic capacity up to 10GB, enabled easier Wi-Fi management and simplified monitoring. Considering the size of the terminal, not all sectors were covered by the analog telephone cabling system. In addition, the continuously increasing terminal activity, which relies heavily on Wi-Fi connection, highlighted the need to expand the terminal’s network capacity. According to Diogo Santos, TSSA Senior Infrastructure Supervisor, “Upgrading our network and IP
communications with Cisco technology enabled us to reduce the delay, improve communication between sectors and reduce unnecessary costs and displacement.” The project was implemented by registered Cisco partner QE2 Technology. TSSA operates one of the primary terminals at the Port of Suape, one of Northeast Brazil’s busiest ports.
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Movements - July Compiled by Rose Lobrin, Chiara Atis, Belle Lucero, Francis Paduganan, Rejamna Pandangan, Olga Ureta New Hires Herbert G. Vergara Alexander M. Fernando Kevin William K. Ong Mark Moises A. Sanchez Peter R. Vasquez Edwin V. Estallo Leo Jahdiel D. Villan Jayson M. Bacay Cris Cailing Aries Japuz Mario Dela Cruz
General Services Manager, Admin. Services Head of IT Infrastructure, Global Corporate IT Financial System Analyst III, Global Corporate Controllership Electrical Tech. Trainee, CMS Engineering Management Trainee, Engineering Manager Electrical Technician, FMS Car Jockey, BIPI Car Jockey, BIPI FMS Electrician, Engineering and Maintenance Department, MICTSI CY Checker, Operations, MICTSI Winchman Trainer,Operations, SCIPSI
Retirements / Resignations Jayrold B. Abalos Civil Engineer, Global Corporate Engineering
Orlando P. Sapida Geronimo S. Mangalus Jr. Mario S. Manuel Roland D. Manalo Oliver V. Lañas Frank B. Matias Jaime C. Cruz Roberto C. Arisala Jr. Albert B. Talle Jr. Isagani G. Espinola Rogelio C. Tala Ariel C. Valdez Ranilo L. Felicio Renato A. Aruta Melanie Baleńa Romeo Tantiado Glenn Layug Jerry Caniedo
Supervisor, Engineering-MMD Employee Relation Supervisor, HRD Safety Assistant, Safety PMO, CY Marine PMO, CY Marine RTG Operator, CY Marine Admeasurer, CY/CFS Arrastre Billing PMO On call, CY Marine PMO On call, CY Marine PMO On call, CY Marine PMO On call, CY Marine PMO On call, CY Marine Foreman, Anchorage Stevedore, Anchorage Division Checker, Operations, SCIPSI Winchman, Operations, SCIPSI Tractor Driver, SBITC Tractor Driver, SBITC
Promotions Mechell Madriaga
Safety Superintendent, SBITC
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Reneto Belano Vivian Canlas Ford Herna Ronald Serrano Michael Torillas Henry Dungca, SBITC Jerry Caniedo, SBITC Franco Begota, BIPI Elmer Pardilla, SCIPSI Allan David, SCIPSI Florendo Parreño, SCIPSI Enrique Canoza George Gulle Jr. Mario Rocabo Jerry Miral, SBITC Romeo Bastalino Joan Castillo Benz Christian Parreño Nelson Confesor, SCIPSI Roldan Baybayon Pol Dela Cruz Sameh Wagih Roderick Danzing, MICTSI Florante Cruz Henry Dy Fred Olfato Ralph Schlobohm Michael Castro Almond Lasala Ariel Pama Juted Punzalan Igmedio Trono Sr., SCIPSI Anastacio Ajero Ma. Lourdes Gonzales Ferdinand Melegrito Edward Datinguinoo, BIPI Rogelio Tilano Jr., SCIPSI Vergelio Arenas Edmon Sanguyo Ricky Embrado, MICTSI Jeoffrey Aparente, SCIPSI Robert Bargo Joel Delos Santos Diego Abarquez Jose Rao Celis, SBITC Michael Valderrama, SCIPSI Brian Adam Aquino Crisanto Ngo Joselito Yanson Bartolome Cedrome, SCIPSI Levy Aton Jose Conde Abbygale Estrella Salvador Palomar William Panganiban Crisanto Advincula Romeo Alejandro Reydan Baybayon Leoncio Del Rosario Nancy German Leoncio Gonzales Ronelo Sumande Lyle Cajoles, MICTSI Roger Escalante, SCIPSI Renato Dakay, SCIPSI Amy Delas Marias, SCIPSI
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13 Julian Glenn Corumbrillo Herculano Cumpa Jr. J-Ar Dayrit Emilio Salivio Alfonso Salafraña, SCIPSI 14 Roy Allan Cantano Donaldo Delfin Victor Negranza Jerson Pagunsan Ringo Tabanao, MICTSI Rolando Cano, SCIPSI Anecito Barrientos, SCIPSI 15 Mara Diamine Dela Cruz Ruben Mahinay Manuel Mañas Renz Marion Manuel Neil Miranda Christopher Monterola Dennis Payawal Alejandra Tolentino Edwin Magtulis, SCIPSI Anecito Tornea, SCIPSI 16 Edward Dela Cruz Ryan Delos Santos Elmer Estrada Kit Gaces Cipriano Lopez Mikkel Puyat Don Malificiado, MICTSI Nestor Nemis, SCIPSI Carlito Casinillo, SCIPSI Kenneth Elecanal, SCIPSI 17 Jaspher Bonga Juan Paulo Cristobal Jaime Duray Jr. Cresencio Pama Melquíades Quijano Jr. Julian Rago Jr. 18 Cesar Bautista Uri Alfonso Benamer Renato Castillo Sr. Mohamed Ghandar Dexter Landicho Arnaldo Bato, SCIPSI 19 Thessa Larona Arnie Tablante Oliver Cupat, SBITC Lorenzo Barril, SCIPSI Romeo Gelbero Jr., SCIPSI 20 Girlyn Catacutan Daniel Clave Elsun Cortes Elmer Pumarada Tommy Bonifacio Ysip Nelso Geloso Jr., BIPI 21 Boy Joel Roxas 22 Mauricio Estabillo Enrique Molato Erwin Rosales Pablo Tinagan Jr. Velmore Zablan Kharyllmae Limbago, MICTSI Dennis Dela Riarte, SCIPSI Arman Aguirre, SCIPSI
23 Allan Mark Reofrir Reimond Linus Silvestre Vinancio Liquit, SCIPSI Samuel Riego, SCIPSI Julius Balbon, SCIPSI 24 Jasper Claravall Erika Mari Gonzales Arlyn McDonald Eduardo Titoy Vicente Villamiro, SCIPSI 25 Jose Manuel De Jesus Alvin Dela Cruz Alfredo Guerrero John Jayobo Elmer Merquita Carl Arecto, MICTSI Sherwin Singedas, MICTSI Rolando Bato, SCIPSI Reynaldo Escosura, SCIPSI 26 Resildo Crom Sherwin Dela Cruz Melvin Lipon Mylene Lucido Opalyn Miclat Pablo Penalba Romeo Pineda Jr. Rolan Quitangon Raul Zuarez Roselo Bontigao, SCIPSI 27 Reden Las Piñas, SCIPSI 28 Jonathan Jay Esguerra Ma. Leticia Galang Gilbert Galvez Benjamin Gumaru Angel San Diego Ronnel Dano, MICTSI Ronald Wagas, SCIPSI 29 Raniel Eguna Ignacio Ozar Jr. Crisanto Solis Randy Amit, SCIPSI 30 Raymond Pablo Catorce III Romy Salac Mark Sanel Calonia, MICTSI Michael Angelo Ramirez, MICTSI Dionesio Cajes Jr., SCIPSI 31 Immanuel Vicente, SBITC Edgardo Abapo, SCIPS
In our July 2015 story ICTSI at 27: Honoring loyal employees on page 7, we mistakenly wrote Melody Rubliado instead of Melody Rebudiao in one of the captions. We apologize for the error.
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