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New generation of UPS delivery truck has arrived It’s called the P70. It’s larger than a P60 but smaller than a P80 and a lot newer than both of them.

the vehicle is almost four times quieter than the old models.

UPS, Mercedes and our package car body manufacturer Spier presented the newest generation of the UPS package car at the Hanover Motor show in Ger- Deliver more Let’s not forget the main task of a package car: the transportation of packages. many last September. The 21m3 of cargo space in the P70 will make the handling and care of packCustomers in Germany will start seeing these new vehicles on the road in the ages a lot easier. The new shelves will have a profiled edge so that cardboard boxes stay in place. There will also be a special compartment to store rolling coming months and years. Here’s what makes them great: tubes and cargo nets to secure the load on the shelves or in the pathway. Less CO2 This newest addition to our fleet is based on the Mercedes Sprinter 519 CDI model and has evolved from the existing models which are based on the Mercedes Vario. It’s a lot lighter, resulting in 30% less CO2 emissions. The P70 also has a start-stop-system and Mercedes’ BlueEFFICIENCY package to make it even more fuel-efficient. The new package car is ahead of its time: it’s already fully compliant with the Euro 6 norm, an emission standard that will be introduced in Europe in 2014. More Safety Improved safety features, mainly in the brake and airbag system, will provide UPS drivers with robust protection on the road. The screen for the rear view camera has been integrated into the dashboard, so that it’s always in the driver’s line of sight. In addition, the transition between the driver cab and load compartment is now seamless making it easier to move around in the vehicle. The entire cab and loading area has anti-slip flooring. As with all UPS delivery vehicles in Europe, its speed is limited to 80 km/h. A Better View The most visible change of the P70 is its new glass sliding doors. The new passenger door is wider than that of the P80 and its glass panel allows the driver to see more of the curb on that side of the vehicle. In addition to this change in appearance, the P70 also reduces noise levels both for drivers and the neighbourhood it’s serving. Improvements in engine insulation have reduced the engine noise by half at a speed of 50km/h. When idling,

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Rudolf Schulz, Europe Region Automotive Manager, is looking forward to implementing the new package car: “Our vehicles are workplaces that can increase productivity in delivery through their optimal design. Mercedes-Benz and Spier have not only managed to meet our requirements, but have also used new developments to reduce the weight of the vehicle. We will now run extensive tests on the new model.” source : blog.ups.com

Cable cars go truly aerial

The customer required airfreight because of the tight time schedule. Weiss used Austrian-headquartered transport and logistics specialist Gebrüder Weiss has 25 trucks and three sprinter vehicles to transfer the cable car elements, meatransported suring up to 13.8 meters long, to Frankfurt-Hahn Airport, from where four B747 freighter charter flights flew the materials direct to Puebla. There a special a 450-tonne consignment of cable cars and ancillary equipment to Mexico. The crane was hired to load trucks for onward transfer to the construction site. cable car will operate in a picturesque valley near the city of Puebla, surrounded by the volcanic mountains of the Sierra Nevada. “Safe packing of the goods and proper loading of the airplanes were logistical challenges,” said Marc Kirchberger, airfreight export manager at Gebrüder The client was Swiss manufacturer Bartholet Maschinenbau. Weiss’s task: to Weiss. “It doesn’t happen often that complete cable cars are loaded onto aircraft, deliver two gondolas, steel parts for construction of stations on the mountain which made advance planning all the more important.” and in the valley, and three cable car pylons each weighing 35 tonnes, together with lengths of track and haul ropes, from production sites in Switzerland and source : aircargoworld.com the Netherlands to Puebla.

CSDP Launches Transactional Service Relationship Management (SRM) for Reverse Logistics Software Solution Customer Service Delivery Platform (CSDP), a leading provider of Service Relationship Management (SRM©) solutions, is launching a transactional based pricing solution for the reverse logistics industry. The solution includes modules for all processes in the reverse logistics supply chain delivered in a cloud-based model, which reduces upfront software and hardware capital and charges customers based on actual usage. “Transactional based pricing is increasing among companies looking for a value-based model that provides a closer linkage between business activity and costs and a quicker ROI than traditional models,” said Jerry Edinger, President and CEO of CSDP. “Our solution gives companies full visibility into goods in motion throughout the reverse logistics supply chain providing

unprecedented insight into internal and external service operations.” The solution will be shown at CSDP’s booth F13 at the Reverse Logistics Association Annual Conference in Las Vegas, February 12-14, and will be discussed in a webinar on February 27 at 1 pm EST: 2013 Reverse Logistics Automation Benchmark Results - How transactional based pricing is transforming reverse logistics. Michael Blumberg, Principal of Blumberg Advisory Group, will discuss the findings of his 2013 Reverse Logistics Automation survey and will address the top challenges reverse logistics organizations are facing today and ways to meet those challenges. CSDP’s Transactional Service Relationship Management (SRM)© for Reverse Logistics (RL) software solution is designed to improve operational efficiencies and reduce costs in depot repair centers as well as to improve inventory and parts management, all while promoting superior customer satisfaction. The end-to-end RL solution provides in-depth, real-time visibility into the returns management process giving companies a distinct competitive advantage. source : csdpcorp.com www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

New versatile industrial LED luminaire saves energy and provides high-quality illumination Cooper Lighting and Safety, has introduced a new versatile linear LED luminaire ideally suited to all industrial and warehouse applications. Litex LED has a compact and robust die cast aluminium housing, and is offered with a choice of lumen packages, controlled by open area wide and narrow or rack aisle reflector options. Designed to accommodate different mounting heights and methods, from 2.5m – 14m+, Litex LED operates down to -30oC, performing equally well in ambient temperatures to +30oC. Available in IP20 and IP65 versions, these highly effective multi-die arrays, combined with excellent thermal management and driver compatibility ensure the LEDs deliver a long and virtually maintenance free life in excess of 50,000 hours. Integrated sensors and dimming control gear options help maximise energy savings and reduce operating costs. source : cooper-ls.com

CEVA boosts e-fulfilment solution

lution offers everything from the most basic through to the most sophisticated and complex services at a country, regional and global level. The CEVA Matrix CEVA Logistics, one of the world’s leading sup- suite of technologies provides enhanced visibility of customer data, sales and ply chain companies, has launched its enhanced returns giving all the information needed to manage an efficient, cost effective e-fulfilment solution, supply chain.

designed to meet the needs of today’s e-tailers, online Sandro Knecht, CEVA’s Executive Vice President for the global Consumer and Retail sector said: “Our refreshed CEVA e-fulfilment Solution is exactly right consumers and customers with any e-fulfilment requirements. for companies looking to gain greater control of, and flexibility within, their CEVA has been providing sophisticated e-commerce and e-fulfilment solutions supply chain. Our e-commerce solutions have existed for a number of years for a number of customers worldwide for some years now, but the dynamic and our quest for continuous improvement means we are always looking for marketplace and increasing amount of online transactions across the world opportunities to enhance. We already know these solutions work and drive has created ever more complex and specific requirements. In response to this value for our customers and their end consumers; by refining and improving growth, CEVA has enhanced its e-portfolio to provide customers with a glob- this supply chain solution we are confident that we can drive further cost savally standardized solution, optimized and streamlined processes and enhanced ings and efficiencies wherever this solution is deployed.” visibility; all designed to increase end consumer satisfaction and enhance their experience of CEVA’s customers brands. Michael McCabe, Vice President of “Through our CEVA Matrix suite of technology solutions we are able to deOperations, Bodybuilding.com commented: “CEVA provides operational ex- ploy and replicate the same solution in locations across the world and provide ecution on a global scale and their dedication and management has allowed our customers with total visibility and control of their supply chain,” added Bodybuilding.com to move quickly into major emerging markets by providing Sandro. a holistic solution for all of our supply chain needs.” source : cevalogistics.com Through a modular and scalable approach, the proven CEVA e-fulfilment So-

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Rejuvenation in Belawan Urgent Transport Truck ALFI: Rejuvenation Belawan port trucking urgent thing to do considering most old. He said, it seems there must be strong support from the government to facilitate the transportation entrepreneurs get loans because banks still seem If not, this triggers higher costs and potentially harm the employer. “allergic” to the sector. Secretary region and Asosiasi Logistik dan Forwarder Indonesia (ALFI) of North Sumatra, Medan Wiluyo Hartono, said most or rather about 63% of Vice Chairman of the Intermodal and Logistics Chamber of Commerce and trucks transporting containers at the Port of Belawan age of 10-24 years. As Industry (Kadin) of North Sumatra, Khairul Mahalli said conditions of roads, a result of old age, rather than just make a smooth uninterrupted transport ports, airports and railways is still considered inadequate to support the but also high cost. smooth flow of logistics in North Sumatra. He said,”For a single container of 20 feet with a distance of 10-15 kilometers According to him, intermodal and multimodal transport system has not been haul around Rp 800,000. Rates for it is relatively expensive in the employer able to work well as access to transportation from production centers to the must increase efficiency to face the competition in the market of the ASEAN port and the airport can not run smoothly due to non optimal infrastructure. community,” Conditions that cause the port to be low quality and service rates to be expenWiluyo said “the rate is alarming because employers typically freight each sive “issue that must be addressed because eventually the Port of Sumatra year is up. “The government is expected to help entrepreneurs truck in Bela- Kuala Tanjung a hub of western Indonesia and includes the implementation wan to rejuvenate angkutannya as done in Jakarta,”. of the ASEAN Community by 2015,” he concluded. In Jakarta, continued Wiluyo, trucks and other transportation rejuvenation source : indonesialogisticsonline.com done in cooperation between government, land transportation organization (Organda) and Bank Indonesia (BI) so that banks would disburse loans.

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for larger components. As one of the largest producers of plastic containers SSI Schaefer has always been at the forefront of container handling systems which is why visitors will get to view a scaled demo unit of an ‘up-to-the-minute’ roller and belt conveying system using the very latest conveyor technology combining picking with container and carton transport. A full size powered mobile racking working demonstration using the most recent market safety and control technology will be on display. Providing a cost effective solution for high density storage of palletised goods, mobile racking systems can be configured to handle both standard industrial and Euro pallet sizes. Schaefer’s Orbiter is once again making an appearance – a deep pallet, high density storage and retrieval system leading the way providing safe and controllable technology.

Picture Perfect from SSI Schaefer at IMHX

State of the art lifting mechanics and Operative Protection Docking Station, complete with unique Power Cap technology allows the Orbiter to be recharged each time it enters the docking station ensuring optimum efficiency gains.

Visitors to IMHX can expect the complete works from SSI Schaefer. The red carpet is literally being IT specialists will be on hand to offer expert advice and to demonstrate WA-

MAS, the very latest technology in warehouse management and warehouse rolled out to welcome all guests to the impressive 380 sq metre stand that will control systems including SAP integration for both manual and automated opnot only feature two brand new products to the UK market but will also capture erations. Schaefer’s complete product range and capabilities.....oh and watch out for the moving bugs!! The latest design in unique bolt and clip free adjustable R3000 shelving will be on the stand giving visitors a close up viewing of how the system can be conTwo exciting and innovative products new to the UK market, the LogiMat and figured to support multiple floor levels without the need for additional costly the Schaefer Auto Cruiser (SAC) from SSI Schaefer, are certain to attract some steelwork. attention. The LogiMat, standing at six metres high, is a goods-to-man picking, space-saving, vertical lift storage system ideal for small parts storage. It offers A ‘project wall’ will feature examples of automated high bay pallet storage high order picking accuracy and will be part of an interactive live demonstra- illustrating the advantages and benefits associated with the automated storage tion of parts picking, transport and assembly. and retrieval of palletised products as well as combined picking and storage systems across a wide range of industries. The SAC is a remarkable and innovative system specifically designed to bridge the gap between forklift transport and traditional conveyor technology Finally, an ergonomic industrial assembly workstation fully integrated with – it’s an extremely competitive and flexible transport system for low to aver- small parts storage, picking and transport system will be on display designed age throughput. to increase efficiency in a host of different production environments. SSI Schaefer will also be showcasing its brand new QX plastic container series source : ssi-schaefer.co.uk - a container solution providing excellent compatibility with automated and robotic handling systems. With a standard footprint of 600 x 500mm, the QX works well within the UK Pallet pool offering greater internal storage capacity recently taken over from Hellmann’s former partners at the Tilburg branch, Cargo-Partner Network B.V. Incorporating and continuing all of the facility’s Road Xpress and logistics activities, BF Global Logistics will now partner Hellmann UK on an ongoing basis from the site. The Tilburg branch is ideally located in terms of Dutch transportation, offering proximity to both Amsterdam and Rotterdam as well as strong road network links to East and Western Europe. Burry Rijnberg, joint owner and director of BF Global Logistics B.V., commented: “It’s an exciting time for the company, and we are delighted by the prospect of working with a company like Hellmann UK. We know that Hellmann had a strong partnership with Road Xpress at Tilburg, so we are confident that our new relationship will build upon that sturdy foundation.” Matthew Marriott, commercial director at Hellmann UK, commented: “We are well aware of the importance of the Netherlands to our European operations, so we are keen to pick up with BF Global Logistics where we left off with Leading logistics provider, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics UK, has an- Cargo-Partner Network and Road Xpress. Our European freight networks have nounced grown consistently over the last few years so it’s great to start 2013 on the front that it is to start 2013 with a new partnership with BF Global Logistics. foot with BF Global Logistics.” Operating out of Tilburg, BF Global Logistics will work with Hellmann to strengthen freight networks in the Netherlands. source : hellmann.net BF Global Logistics, jointly owned by Burry Rijnberg and Fons Verbunt, has

Hellmann announces partnership with BF Global Logistics

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Potter Logistics invests in new intermodal handling equipment To manage an increasing level of business Potter Logistics has bought a high specification Linde reachstacker for its rail freight terminal at the company’s Selby rail freight terminal. The new Linde reachstaker, one of the first of its kind in the UK, is equipped with a EURO 4i (Tier 3b) engine and the latest level of off-highway, emission compliant power units. Jim Thomson, operations director at Potter Logistics explains, “The reachstacker will be kept busy moving products for our current customers at Selby. In addition, it will take part in trials for new domestic rail services in 2013. “We chose to purchase from Linde because, in our experience, they supply robust, well-engineered, reliable and cost effective machines. As a consequence, we have selected their materials handling equipment at all our distribution centres.” Nigel Richardson, sales manager of Linde UK Heavy Trucks adds, “This reachstacker features the most recent advancements in power units and fuel efficiency regulations to meet the newest EPA regulations. “In addition, we have fitted this line of reachstackers with a state of the art load management system which carefully monitors and protects the machine’s overall structure, operating limits and the operator interface. In summary, our new design ensures maximum productivity is achieved with minimal energy waste and environmental impact.” source : potterlogistics.co.uk

Agility Receives ISO 9001:2008 Certification in Europe and Central Asia

Agility, a leading global logistics provider, recently acquired ISO “We are proud to have been awarded the ISO 9001:2008 certification,” said Alexandra Ogar, Chief Quality and Information Manager, Agility, Area East, 9001:2008 certification for its Area East region, Europe. “This certification solidifies the mission of each Agility employee to which includes Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. The certification was presented to Agility by GlobalGROUP, an internationally accredited third-party certification and inspection body. GlobalGROUP specializes in the assessment, inspection, training and certification in the fields of quality, environment, health and safety, and food safety management systems. The certification covers all Agility activities in its Area East region.

provide the highest standard of quality management to our customers.”

This certification follows previous awards including ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 in Italy as well as ISO 14001:2008 in Slovakia. It reflects the company’s commitment to achieving the highest standards of quality and environmental management. source : agilitylogistics.com

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UPS Announces Withdrawal of Offer for TNT Express

Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme Awards – deadline extended United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE: UPS) announced the withdrawal of its Offer The deadline for entries to the Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme (LCRS) for TNT Express (NYSE Euronext: TNTE). awards As anticipated, the European Commission (EC) has issued a formal decision prohibiting the proposed acquisition of TNT Express. As a result of the prohibition by the EC, the Offer Condition relating to EU Competition Clearance will not be fulfilled and the acquisition of TNT Express by UPS will not be completed. Given this outcome, UPS and TNT Express entered a separate agreement to terminate the Merger Protocol. UPS proposed significant and tangible remedies designed to address the EC’s concerns with the transaction concerning the competitive landscape in Europe. UPS believes that the combined company would have been transformative for the logistics industry, bringing meaningful benefits to consumers and customers around the world, while supporting much needed growth in Europe in particular. While UPS is disappointed in the EC’s decision, the company’s focus is on the continued execution of its growth strategy. source : ups.com

OHL Enhances Security Operations With Descartes’ Cloud-Based Air Cargo Advance Screening Solution Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive

has been extended to Friday 22 February. The awards, which were launched in September, will be presented at FTA’s Cutting Carbon, Cutting Costs Conference to be held in May. The inaugural LCRS Awards have been developed to celebrate the efforts of green leaders in the freight industry, recognising the efforts of individual LCRS members to reduce their carbon emissions from freight activity. Judging the awards will be FTA President Stewart Oades; Professor David Cebon, Professor of Mechanical Engineering, University of Cambridge; Patricia Hayes, Director of Roads, Department for Transport; Nick Gallop, Director, Intermodality. Dr Bob Moran, Head of Low Carbon Vehicle Regulation, R&D and Procurement, Office for Low Emission Vehicles and Jonathan Murray, Deputy Director, Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership. The award categories are: Carbon reduction through fuel efficiency (sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres) Carbon reduction through use of alternative low carbon fuels and technologies (sponsored by Iveco) Carbon reduction through innovative fleet management Carbon reduction through use of low carbon transport modes Martin Flach, Product Director at Iveco UK said: “Iveco offers the largest range of alternative fuel light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles in the UK, so naturally we’re keen to partner with FTA to recognise those fleets leading the way in introducing greener transport solutions. We’ve been helping fleets to reduce their dependency on diesel for many years, and today some of the most recognised brands in Europe run fleets of Ivecos powered by natural gas, pure electric traction or hybrid engines.” Any LCRS member company with a green freight initiative worthy of an award is invited to enter one or more of the award categories.

businesses in commerce, announced that OHL, a leading global 3PL and freight forwarder, is enhancing its security operations with Descartes’ cloud- source : fta.co.uk based Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS) solution. “We’ve been successfully using Descartes’ Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) and Advanced Commercial Information (ACI) compliance solutions to manage security filings for shipments into the United States and Canada for a number of years. Working with Descartes to deploy their ACAS solution was a natural extension,” said Steve Hutter, Director of Aviation Security at OHL. “The key benefit is that we’re able to repurpose our existing air messaging traffic moving via Descartes’ Global Logistics Network (GLN) for use within the ACAS solution.” ACAS was designed to provide Customs and Border Protection (CBP) with more time to analyze security filing data for US-bound air cargo shipments prior to the shipment being loaded on the aircraft. By receiving information about the parties and commodities involved in an inbound air shipment earlier from the forwarder as opposed to the carrier, CBP hopes to be able to better identify high-risk shipments destined for the United States. In addition, the program will speed up the movement of lower-risk shipments and leave more resources to focus on higher-risk shipments for additional screening.

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Descartes’ ACAS solution was built based on consultative efforts with leading forwarders within Descartes’ community and joint meetings between Descartes, CBP and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The solution complies with the requirements of the ACAS pilot project, which performs security threat threshold targeting using pre-departure air cargo information for CBP and TSA. “Being able to leverage the house bill information automatically received by the GLN from a forwarder’s enterprise system and use it to file to CBP directly, streamlines the entire filing process and increases data quality,” said Eric Bossdorf, Vice President Global Logistics Network at Descartes. “We’re pleased that our broad suite of compliance solutions for the air cargo industry is helping to make the logistics operations of leaders like OHL more efficient.” source : descartes.com

Datalogic breaks through the lane barrier with a sophisticated retail portal for faster automated checkout and elevated service levels With efficiency at the check-out high on the customer loyalty offered by solution providers identifies products using an omni-directional multi-plane scanner with full digital imaging, with and without a barcode. It retention leaderboard for retailers,

allows retailers to provide customers an assisted checkout with all the benDatalogic has broken through the lane barrier to provide an integrated so- efits of automation, freeing staff to interact with the shopper with regard to lution for enhanced speed and improved product throughput whatever the special promotions, assistance with coupons and more. By speeding up the entire process and enabling enhancements such as loss prevention cameras, preferred retail environment. remote or integrated payment terminals and innovative bagging solutions, A global leader in Automatic Identification and total solutions provider of bar service quality and front-end productivity are elevated to a whole new level. code readers, data collection mobile computers and vision systems, Datalogic places the efficient checkout at the same level of importance as price and “Although the idea of automated checkout is not a new one, the technolproduct sales. With a longstanding reputation in the retail industry and insid- ogy for a commercially viable state of the art solution did not exist until now. er knowledge of store environments, the company sees checkout operations We see the automatic scanner as a major breakthrough allowing us to launch as a major opportunity for retailers to enhance their service levels and keep something revolutionary for retailers and consumers, the engine at the heart their customers coming back. This view is supported by recent surveys show- of store operations,” says Bill Parnell, CEO of Datalogic ADC. “As we work both ing an inefficient checkout is what customers like least when they are out with system integrators and with tier one retailers around the world, we unshopping. It also applies to self-checkout lanes, where queues can build up derstand the needs of the industry, and the necessity to quickly adapt produe to inefficient operations, blocking and lack of assisted trouble-shooting. gressive solutions to suit the image, environment and service philosophy of any given retailer at the POS.” With this in mind, Datalogic identifies three key drivers for retailers: they need to improve efficiency so that queues are reduced and labor can be redistrib- This breakthrough technology is especially relevant for medium to high voluted with more direct service and increased throughput in one lane; secondly, ume stores, for both express and primary lanes where productivity and speed retailers need to improve the shopping experience for their customers with of checkout, customer satisfaction and loss prevention matter. One can easily more focus on interaction at the checkout, rather than on scanning products; envision innovative implementation with both assisted and unassisted lanes. thirdly, the importance of quantifying throughput is a key consideration for Datalogic predicts automated checkout will be a revolutionary step function improvement over current best practices and will be seen in stores everyretailers in order to combat loss and theft at the point of sale (POS). where in the very near future. All these requirements are met by Datalogic’s new, sophisticated automated checkout portal, revolutionizing the shopping experience. This new break- source : datalogic.com through technology was presented at the NRF EXPO in New York this month. The automated scanner coupled with a variety of different implementations

Wincanton pulls out stops to keep supply chains moving despite big freeze Like winter follows autumn, so too a blanket of snow over the British Isles is swiftly followed by media reports of the UK’s infrastructure slipping and sliding to a halt.

agement team extended its hours to maintain direct communication with its customers, whilst warehouse operative shift lengths were increased and manAnd, whilst we do everything we possibly can to make sure our customers’ agement shift patterns changed, to manage the workload without incurring any supply chains keep moving, unfortunately there will be occasions when adadditional resource costs. verse weather conditions like heavy snow and ice mean our vehicles simply can’t make certain routes or access some sites. Additional trailers were also brought onto the contract, enabling pre-loading and ensuring lane “turn-over” of output was maximised and preventing blockNevertheless it is far too sweeping a statement to claim that absolutely everyages. thing comes to a grinding halt because of freezing weather. One of the central pillars to our successful KPI achievement of delivery on Take last week for instance: despite some of the heaviest snowfall for years, we time was our contingency planning. Working closely with the local council moved record volumes of groceries from a national distribution centre in the we gained approval to create a joint business partners’ approach to share costs north of England to meet a 25 per cent spike in demand across the UK. to have snow clearance equipment on the estate surrounding the distribution centre, enabling a clear route to and from the main roads. Every year about this time we see increases in demand for certain “comfort” foods, but this year’s particularly heavy snowfall created a “perfect storm” It was a tremendous team effort and, whilst of course we acknowledge we which saw many retailers reporting mild “panic buying” of food staples from can’t guarantee as outstanding an outcome every time and over every contract, their shelves. it is nonetheless a good example of Wincanton pulling out all the stops and drawing on every resource possible to keep supply chains moving and our As a result, the number of cases which had to be despatched from a single disshelves stocked. tribution centre shot up 25 per cent to 2.5 million – smashing the site’s previous record despite the blizzard-like conditions – highlighting the effectiveness source : wincanton.co.uk and capability of our regional transport centre and networked fleet. In order to meet that record demand, our north of England-based order manwww.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

New versatile industrial LED luminaire saves energy and provides high-quality illumination Cooper Lighting and Safety, has introduced a new versatile linear LED lumi- ent temperatures to +30oC. naire ideally suited Available in IP20 and IP65 versions, these highly effective multi-die arrays, to all industrial and warehouse applications. Litex LED has a compact and combined with excellent thermal management and driver compatibility ensure robust die cast aluminium housing, and is offered with a choice of lumen pack- the LEDs deliver a long and virtually maintenance free life in excess of 50,000 ages, controlled by open area wide and narrow or rack aisle reflector options. hours. Integrated sensors and dimming control gear options help maximise Designed to accommodate different mounting heights and methods, from 2.5m energy savings and reduce operating costs. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 14m+, Litex LED operates down to -30oC, performing equally well in ambisource : cooper-ls.com

Agility, a leading global logistics provider, has expanded its offering to customers with

the opening of a state-of-the-art logistics center in Melaka on the Malay Peninsula. This new, bonded warehouse will support a variety of industry sectors, including automotive and the growing alternative renewable energy industries in Melaka. The new warehouse facility has a capacity of 47,500-square feet, which includes a maximum racking capacity of 5,000 pallet positions. The facility also includes an open yard of 73,000-square feet, which has a weight capacity of eight-tons per wheel load. The Melaka center will receive and handle both bonded and non-bonded materials for handling and storage, value-added services and customs clearance. It will also fulfill other operational support roles including freight forwarding, inter-trucking and distribution. Commenting on the opening, Morten Damgaard, CEO, South East Asia/Malaysia, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Agility has been at the forefront in developing logistics services for the renewable energy sector in Malaysia. We are delighted to have this facility available to our customers in Melaka and are confident it will serve the requirements of the local market. The facility adds to our already strong presence in Malaysia and solidifies our position as one of the leading providers of logistics in the country.â&#x20AC;? This fully-bonded storage facility received approval from the Melaka State

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Agility Opens New Warehouse in Malaysia

Director of Customs to operate as a licensed, private-bonded warehouse. It began operations on December 1, 2012. Agility is a leading provider of logistics services in Malaysia with more than 500 employees in seven offices. Its customers operate across a wide range of industries including automotive, hi-tech, retail, renewable energy and telecommunications. source : agilitylogistics.com

DHL Express renews lease at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

Annual turnover in 2012 increased by +8.5% to €3.9 billion

DHL Express has renewed its tenancy agreement at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for a further term of ten years. Wouter van Benten (Managing Director of DHL Express) and André van den Berg (Director of Schiphol Real Estate) signed the new agreement on January 28th. DHL Express has been located at Anchoragelaan, at Schiphol Southeast, since 2006, in a building situated adjacent to Runway 06-24 (Kaagbaan) where all the sorting activities for parcel shipments take place. In addition, the building accommodates an office section for the Dutch arm of DHL Express’s international network. The DHL Express sorting centre employs around 125 staff.

According to Hervé Montjotin, CEO: “Norbert Dentres-

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol performs a pivotal role for a major part of the sangle maintained its growth dynamic Dutch network of DHL Express, connecting the Dutch operations to DHL’s worldwide express network. With its own branch offices in 220 countries, throughout the 2012 financial year, despite a worsening and more volatile ecoDHL has the largest international network in the sector. nomic environment. The targeted acquisitions that we achieved this year have consolidated our international positions in terms of freight forwarding and loComments Schiphol Cargo Senior VP, Enno Osinga: “We are very happy with gistics. The flexibility of our organisation and our rigorous management enable DHL’s decision to reaffirm its long-term commitment to a strong Schiphol us to look forward to further operating profit growth (EBITA).” base. DHL’s continuing presence reinforces Schiphol’s position as a key international gateway for integrators, carriers, and their customers.” Norbert Dentressangle’s consolidated annual turnover for the 2012 financial year amounted to €3,880 million, which is equivalent to +8.5% growth comAmsterdam Airport Schiphol Cargo at a glance: pared to the turnover figures reported in 2011. For 2012 as a whole, organic growth remained stable. - third largest cargo airport in Europe - seventeenth largest cargo airport in the world The last quarter saw a satisfactory level of business with +4.6% turnover - Schiphol’s air cargo community employs over 26,000 people. growth compared to the 4th quarter of 2011. - 1.5 million tonnes of cargo in 2011 - 313 scheduled airline destinations in 90+ countries Norbert Dentressangle now conducts 59% of its business outside France, com- 106 scheduled airlines pared to 55% in 2011. The UK, which is the group’s second most important - 22 scheduled freighter operators country in terms of turnover, now accounts for almost 32% of its total sales. - Highest share of (non-integrator) maindeck capacity in Europe - 25 dedicated full freighter Cat 8/9 stands Per division: - 5 main runways, ranging from 3,400 – 3,800 metres in length - Ready to handle multiple A380s & B747-8Fs Transport held up well with a turnover of €2,038 million (+3.7% based on pub- Eight cargo handling companies lished figures and -1.7% at constant perimeter and exchange rates). During the - 400,000 m2 of cargo warehouses, of which 60% have direct air side access 2012 financial year, its commercial momentum and market share gains enabled - 11,000 m2 of new cargo buildings under construction with direct air side it to limit the impact of reduced volumes from some of our customers. access - Airside access for logistic service providers Logistics, which achieved a turnover of €1,783 million, reported marked busi- Over 150 logistic service providers situated at or in vicinity of Amsterdam ness growth in 2012, with +12.2% based on published figures and +3.1% at Airport Schiphol constant perimeter and exchange rates. Its growth dynamic gained pace in the - Over 50% of all American and Asian European Distribution Centres located last quarter, due mainly to strong performance in the UK, Italy and the Nethin the Netherlands erlands. Norbert Dentressangle reinforced the Logistics Division’s positions in - Airport-seaport synergies: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol close to Ports of RotBelgium, by acquiring the assets of the Nova Natie company, which is based terdam and Amsterdam in the port of Antwerp, and signed an agreement for the creation of a JV in - Unparalleled European road feeder and distribution network Brazil. - Over 25 trucking companies operate at the airport source : dhl.com

Freight forwarding continued to develop in 2012 and achieved a turnover of €143 million and +67.1% growth compared to 2011. The freight forwarding activities acquired from the John Keells Group in India and Sri Lanka are currently being integrated. Due to be announced on 27 February, Norbert Dentressangle’s consolidated operating profit (EBITA) in 2012 will show growth compared to 2011. source : norbert-dentressangle.com

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FedEx Trade Networks Opens First Office in Thailand

Menlo Worldwide Logistics Signs Multi-year Contract with Klone Lab for North American Warehousing & Distribution Services FedEx Trade Networks, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and a preMenlo Worldwide Logistics, the global logistics subsidiary of mier international freight forwarder, Con-way Inc, announced it has been engaged

announced the opening of its first office in Thailand. Located in Bangkok, the new facility will allow businesses in Thailand and across Asia Pacific to take by Klone Lab to provide warehousing and distribution services in North Ameradvantage of FedEx freight forwarding solutions and best-in-class services to ica. A premium licensing and design house in the sports performance and optimize their worldwide supply chains. lifestyle industries, Massachusetts-based Klone Lab has vast experience in design, development, brand marketing and distribution. With the new Bangkok facility, FedEx Trade Networks now has 17 freight forwarding locations in Asia Pacific: Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand, Klone Lab owns iPath eco-conscious skateboarding footwear and is the licensas well as Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Dalian, Guangzhou, Ningbo, Qingdao, ing house for New Balance sandals, slides and open-toe products. Under the Shanghai, Shenzhen, Tianjin, Xiamen and Zhengzhou in mainland China, along new relationship, Menlo will manage warehousing and distribution services with a representative office in Vietnam. As the global freight forwarding arm for Klone at its new 90,000-square-foot multi-client facility in Fontana, Calif. of FedEx, FedEx Trade Networks provides comprehensive, end-to-end ocean Klone will use 45,000 square feet of warehouse space to house over 3,000 and air solutions in key Asia Pacific trade lanes. SKUs which include footwear, apparel and accessories. “Launching operations in Bangkok is vital to our growth as a global service provider. Our customers are increasing their business in Thailand and need flexible, efficient freight forwarding to support their imports and exports,” said Joseph Frank, vice president, FedEx Trade Networks Asia. “With our strong combination of technology, services and reliability, FedEx Trade Networks provides customers in Thailand with in-market expertise and customized solutions for their diverse transportation and distribution needs. Whether customers want to increase their speed-to-market or improve inventory control and costs, FedEx Trade Networks can help businesses of all sizes achieve their supply chain goals.”

“We had to take our supply chain to the next level in North America as our business has grown. We needed a logistics provider with the expertise, IT capabilities and flexibility that’s critical to staying competitive,” said Matt Palma, president and chief operating officer of Klone Lab. “With Menlo, we’ve found a relationship that fulfills those needs, expands our warehousing and distribution capabilities, and ensures we continue to offer superior customer service. They transitioned us to the new space quickly and seamlessly and we’re confident our relationship will enjoy further success.”

In line with customer demand in the region, FedEx Trade Networks is also expanding its FedEx International Direct Priority OceanSM service to include Thailand. This specialized service offers a reliable ocean delivery solution to a choice of U.S. destination ports from origins in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Europe and now Thailand.[2] FedEx International Direct Priority Ocean includes premier ocean freight forwarding, U.S. customs brokerage, final delivery and online visibility for both less-than-container load (LCL) and full-container load (FCL) cargo. The addition of the new Thailand origin extends the reach of the service and offers businesses in Thailand additional ocean freight forwarding choices when exporting to the U.S.

Menlo’s multi-client warehouse management solutions offers flexibility in contract commitment length, the ability to share existing IT platforms, an experienced management and labor infrastructure, requisite equipment and assets, and an extensive geographic network of pre-configured warehouse operations.

“Our solution for Klone Lab will help them better serve their customers in North America and provide flexibility to adjust and adapt as their business The freight forwarding market in Thailand has increased over the past couple changes,” said Robert L. Bianco Jr., president, Menlo Worldwide Logistics. of years and the development is expected to continue. In 2011 the market “We’re excited to work with Klone Lab and look forward to helping them was valued at USD$2,033.91M, a 2.3% growth rate from the previous year, identify additional opportunities to optimize their logistics and supply chain and is anticipated to be valued at USD$3,297.1M by 2015[1]. operations.”

The FedEx Trade Networks expansion in Asia Pacific supports the company’s global growth strategy and reinforces its continuous commitment to delivering efficient multi-modal transportation solutions backed by global and local expertise. FedEx Trade Networks is able to offer customers in Thailand reliability, flexibility and customized freight forwarding that meets their global supply chain needs. source : fedex.com

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The company has multi-client facilities in North America, Europe and AsiaPacific. All of the company’s facilities worldwide operate under the Lean principles of continuous improvement and reduction of waste. source : con-way.com

DHL improves carbon footprint with new multimodal service DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist within Deutsche Post DHL, is stepping up its focus on multimodal transport services for “less than container load” (LCL) shipments from the transshipment port in Bremen to shipping companies in northern Germany. Through the use of barges, the company is able to reduce its CO2 emissions on these transport routes by 62 percent, thus making a further contribution to environmental protection.

RPG Logistics expects growth to continue

“Our offer to transport containers by barge has proven successful for our customers. By transporting significantly larger volumes of LCL containers by barge, we have been putting our GoGreen program into practice and improving the carbon footprint of the goods we ship - as well as our own,” explains Volker Oesau, CEO DHL Global Forwarding Middle & Southern Europe. Transporting larger volumes of LCL containers

Since the new Forest Terminal at the Port of Gothenburg was Since April 2011, DHL has been offering customers the option of switching opened in May, from road to rail transport at the transshipment port in Bremen. Transport by

barge extends the multimodal service which DHL offers its customers - an atRPG Logistics has more than doubled its volumes. The company expects tractive alternative, especially for companies in Hamburg and Bremerhaven. growth to continue. “Many customers have seen the benefits of transporting goods by rail to The container transshipment port in Bremen is one of the most important Gothenburg and then onwards by sea,” says President Roger Petersson. sea freight centers in Europe. Since 2012, roughly 80 percent of all containers have been transported onward by rail. In order to stay flexible, particularly in RPG Logistics, originally under the name Östmans Transport, has been operatthe case of time-sensitive shipments, transport by road still remains an oping at the Port of Gothenburg since 1999. The company is specialised in forest tion, however. products and in recent years there has been a steady increase in volumes. To meet the rise in demand, an entirely new terminal was built at Arendal. Deutsche Post DHL has set itself the target of reducing the CO2 emissions Completed in May, it has double rail tracks, one of which runs directly into of its own operations and those of its transport contractors by 30 percent the building. between now and 2020 (in relation to the reference year 2007). The logistics company is well on the way to achieving this: the interim target - improving its “Almost all goods that we handle are moved by rail,” says Roger Petersson. own energy efficiency by 10 percent by 2012 - was achieved ahead of sched“Now we can run full trains all the way into the terminal and handle the freight ule by Deutsche Post DHL. indoors. With almost 20,000 m², the terminal can handle around 1.2 million tonnes each year. This mainly involves reloading paper, pulp and timber from source : dp-dhl.com northern Sweden into containers, which are then shipped out through the Port of Gothenburg. “Our customers are major companies such as Akzo Nobel, Stora Enso and Billerud Korsnäs,” says Roger Petersson. “We also work with imports, where containers used for exporting forest products are filled with break bulk cargo for the return leg to Sweden.” The Forest Terminal receives three or four trains each day. This could involve reloading paper from ‘Secu boxes’ – Stora Enso’s 79-tonne containers – into smaller containers, a process known as cross-docking. “Our new terminal is highly efficient and since it was opened volumes have more than doubled. The impending change in sulphur regulations for shipping will increase demand even further. Many companies, even those we don’t work with at present, are looking to transport goods by rail to Gothenburg instead of using the Baltic route.” Roger Pettersson concludes: “We are already close to capacity and we are discussing with the Port of Gothenburg about ways in which we can grow even further. The port is seeking to double its volumes over the next 10 years and we expect to be in a position to help them achieve that target.” source : portofgothenburg.com

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Yusen Logistics’ Pharma Superhighway Set to Pass Million Pallet Milestone in 2013

Four Soft Launches its Freight Optimizer Solution, 4SePlanner™ Four Soft®, a global leader offering software solutions for the logistics, transportation management Yusen Logistics’ European Pharmaceutical Superhighway is contracted to and supply chain industries is pleased to announce the launch of its webcarry over based shipment planning & freight optimization solution, 4SePlanner™ that one million pallets this year, providing solutions to highly complex supply will enable users across geographic locations in making the right decisions to chain requirements for both major global manufacturers and small biotech find the least cost route and meet the delivery timelines. companies.

Shipment planning and optimization can be done based on a number of conThis growth is set to continue as more manufacturers buy into this high secu- figurable parameters like trade lanes, modes (Air, Sea, and Truck), commodirity service, which provides cross border, temperature controlled coverage on a ties, transit duration, customers/carriers, service levels, service types etc. true pan-European basis, with flexible, GDP（*） compliant solutions ensuring source : four-soft.com complete product integrity and legislative compliance. Ian Veitch, Managing Director, Yusen Logistics UK, explains: “The Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare market sectors are key strategic development areas for Yusen Logistics, as we continue to develop and refine our services in response to demand from our pharmaceutical customers. Our solutions currently range from the delivery of raw materials (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient or API’s / Excipients) into the manufacturing process, to the delivery of finished drugs of all classes and equipment, to in-market distributors, hospitals, pharmacies and surgeries.”

C.H. Robinson Matches $20,000 in Donations to Cascade Sierra Solutions

The Superhighway operation is based on a strategic network of specialist pharmaceutical hubs that consolidate and cross-dock product for onward delivery throughout Western and Eastern Europe and beyond. Yusen Logistics’ GDP / Cascade Sierra Solutions, a Eugene, OR based nonprofit dedicated to helping MHRA（**） licensed approved hubs in Belgium and the UK also manage small trucking global inbound/outbound shipments by air and sea. businesses to afford fuel- and emissions-reducing technologies, has received a Superhighway movements are managed by the Yusen Logistics Control Tower, $20,000 matching donation from third-party logistics company C.H. Robinson which provides aerial views across Europe, whatever the origin or destination. Worldwide, Inc. This enables centralised planning of pan-European transport movements to maximise vehicle utilisation, minimise empty running, reduce pallet costs and As part of its commitment to good corporate citizenship and sustainability, achieve environmental benefits, whilst ensuring product integrity. C.H. Robinson has been a generous donor to CSS’s green-trucking efforts since 2008. This year, their support came in the form of a funding match for All vehicles used are temperature controlled (for both ambient and cold chain other donors in 2012 to maximize the impact of their donations. products), GPS tracked, with remote temperature monitoring and operating to GDP guidelines, ensuring safe transit and delivery of all products. For con- The list of 2012 donors to Cascade Sierra Solutions includes Michelin Truck trolled drugs and narcotics additional controls are in place to ensure safe deliv- Tires, Carrier Corporation, Hodyon, Midlands Carrier Transicold, Transport ery, including dedicated solutions for a single pallet upwards where required. Refrigeration, Witte Bros. Exchange, Decker Truck Line, Industrial Power, Veritable Vegetable, individual donor Clay Coleman, and many others. The fleet expansion policy into greater use of dual temperature, double-deck trailers continues to contribute towards improved load-fill and cost-down solu- “Cascade Sierra Solutions’ work around the use of clean technology to intions. crease fuel efficiency and reducing carbon impact benefits us all,” said Mark Walker, senior vice president at C.H. Robinson. “Helping extend the range of Through the Control Tower, Yusen Logistics offers a single centre to manage donations made to CSS will make a measurable difference towards improving global air and sea freight movements together with a full range of customs and the environmental impact of our industry.” fiscal services, linking into our offices around the world. Since its inception in 2006, Cascade Sierra Solutions has provided financing source : yusen-logistics.com and grant assistance to upgrade or replace more than 11,000 older, less efficient vehicles, saving more than 75 Olympic swimming pools’ worth of diesel fuel and the harmful emissions they produce. “C.H. Robinson remains an innovator in the green transportation movement,” says Sharon Banks, CEO and founder of Cascade Sierra Solutions. “Their support of CSS ensures that we can provide needed financing and education to smaller trucking businesses so they can also run more efficiently and reduce our nation’s reliance on imported fuels.” source : chrobinson.com

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UPS to Rollout Fleet of Electric Vehicles in California UPS announced the deployment of 100 fully electric commercial vehicles that will be delivering packages around the state. Today’s announcement will help implement Gover- The partners responsible for making this project a success include the Govnor Jerry Brown’s Executive Order to achieve widespread deployment of zero ernor’s Office of Business and Economic Development, California Air Reemission vehicles throughout California. sources Board, California Energy Commission, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, South Coast Air Quality Management District, San Joaquin Air Pollu“These all-electric vehicles remind us that California continues to be a dy- tion Control District and Sacramento Air Quality Management District. namic center of innovation,” said Governor Brown. “These trucks were built here, they’ll be driven here and they’re already changing the way business is “EPA’s funding of these electric delivery trucks highlights our commitment to done here - cutting emissions and eliminating the need for tanker trucks worth the rapid deployment of electric vehicles as a means of cleaning the air, creatof fossil fuels.” ing jobs and spurring innovation,” said Jared Blumenfeld, EPA’s Regional Administrator for the Pacific Southwest. “California’s communities will benefit These UPS electric trucks will reduce the consumption of conventional motor from both the local manufacturing of these UPS electric trucks and from the fuel by approximately 126,000 gallons per year. Additional benefits include resulting elimination of harmful diesel emissions.” reduction of carbon emissions and noise. The vehicles have a range of up to 75 miles and primarily will deliver packages to customers in Sacramento, San The vehicles were manufactured in Stockton, California by Electric Vehicles Bernardino, Ceres, Fresno and Bakersfield. International (EVI). The purchase of these vehicles from EVI is also providing new jobs and revenue to the state, as well as creating vehicles that will improve “We currently operate more than 2,500 alternative fuel vehicles worldwide air quality. with a variety of hybrid, electric and natural gas technologies, making UPS the leader in logistics sustainability,” said Myron Gray, president of U.S. opera- source : ups.com tions for UPS. “We use our technology and logistics expertise to reduce emissions around the world and help test new automotive technologies.”

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Cool Logistics and The Loadstar launch online information hub for the perishable supply chain

A new online information resource providing news, analysis and research for the perishable supply chain, logistics and transport industries was officially unveiled today at Fruit Logistica 2013, the leading international trade fair for the fresh fruit and vegetable business. The Coolstar is the collaborative brainchild of Cool Logistics Resources, organiser of the Cool LogisticsTM conferences, and Right River Press, publisher of The Loadstar. Both organisations are owned by experienced industry researchers and writers, who have collectively and individually spent many decades charting developments in international supply chain, logistics and transport. The Coolstar website will be a portal for the latest information on logistics and transport issues impacting multiple perishable supply chains, including fruits and vegetables, flowers, meat and dairy, seafood, pharmaceuticals, prepared foods and more. The goal is to provide a single platform where all those with an interest in the shipping, transport, storage and distribution of chilled and frozen goods can easily access the best stories from around the world, plus original comment, independent analysis and opinion. “Growing world trade in food, flowers and pharmaceuticals is creating new business opportunities for perishable producers, suppliers and retailers worldwide, and for the international cold chain logistics and transport sector,” said Rachael White, Co-Director at Cool Logistics Resources and The Coolstar. “But the complexity and risks of managing international perishable logistics are also placing ever-increasing demands on producers, exporters, importer and all the many providers of services and infrastructure that support chilled and frozen supply chains. Our goal in launching The Coolstar is to connect the perishable supply chain through information, by consolidating the best information from around the world and adding informed insight from industry experts.” The launch edition of The Coolstar includes exclusive news of an €8.2m investment by Compagnie Fruitiere and Euroports in a dedicated fruit handling facility in Antwerp, an analysis of whether a reefer container pooling arrangement may help perishable shippers faced with equipment shortages, a report on projected dramatic increases in salmon exports from Chile to China and commentary on changes in the pharmaceutical cool chain. source : coollogisticsafrica.com

U-Freight delivers the fine art of shipping

DB Schenker invests 41 million Euros in new 54,520 square meters logistics facility in Singapore

DB Schenker Logistics will build a new integrated logistics center in ingapore. The facility, located at the Tampines LogisPark, close to Changi International Airport, will be a shared warehouse, for customers from various industries, such as Healthcare, Electronics, and Automotive. The 41 million Euros facility will have a gross floor area of approximately 54,520 square meters spread across three floors. Earmarked to be awarded Green Mark Gold Plus, the new DB Schenker center will feature a composite wall panel as part of the building perimeter, providing highly effective thermal insulation. A rainwater management system will contribute to enhanced water efficiency for landscape irrigation, while an efficient air-conditioning system will serve to minimize energy consumption and improve air flow distribution within the premises. These are some components of an integrated building management system designed to create a green and sustainable environment. “This new facility represents our largest investment in the region to date and acknowledges the continued attractiveness of Singapore as a location to conduct logistics operations. This facility is a key element of our Shared Logistics Center Strategy that will see many new sites developed across the Asia Pacific Region in the coming years,” says Darren Wedding, Senior Vice President - Contract Logistics/SCM, Region Asia Pacific, DB Schenker. source : deutschebahn.com

Those art logistics services may involve the movement of fragile, valuable and priceless art pieces to parks, buildings, hotels, museums, art galleries and private collectors around the world. The service will offer museum/gallery-standard specialised and custom-designed art packing and crating; insurance cover; temporary import and re-export customs clearance; as well as air-ride transportation where necessary. The main target audience are international galleries, with a presence in Singapore; as well as Auction houses. TH Ong, managing director of U-Freight Singapore, said: “Whether you are a collector, an impresario, an auctioneer, a gallery owner, a museum curator or an artist – you should never lose sleep over freight deliveries.

U-Freight Singapore has recently set up a new division, ArtSafe to promote “We appreciate the power and value of the arts; and fully understand that nothits logistics hub ing short of spotless handling and respectful treatment is the only appropriate as a fine arts storage facility; as well as an exhibit space for the showcasing of treatment for works of art. artwork by local artists.

“Service is what makes the difference at ArtSafe. You can comfortably leave A large area of the company’s modern logistics centre at Changi Airport has all the planning and coordination of your art storage and shipment to us.” been converted into a highly secure, climate-controlled, storage area; plus a source : ufreight.com grand hall where artworks can be displayed. For the future, ArtSafe Singapore intends to organise a global team to handle art logistics with participation from companies throughout the U-Freight network.

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Bespoke storage system and mezzanine floors help Dalepak rise to the challenge The company operates multiple sites in and around Northamp- “We know that racking gets damaged - the key to minimizing the downtime this can cause is the ability to quickly, safely and easily replace the damaged ton with a combined footprint

frames. RediRack’s sacrificial leg is the perfect solution for us” says Gary of more than 300,000 square feet but, with demand for its range of services White, Dalepak’s joint managing director. growing, additional storage space was required. RediRack also fitted high visibility end barriers and column protectors to furSo, in January 2012, Dalepak acquired a new 140,000 square feet site on the ther reduce the likelihood of forklift damage. ProLogis Pineham Estate in Northampton.

The racking bays within the storage cube are 2700mm wide and the system The new facility has 12 dock level doors and is 12.5 metres high to the eaves. varies in height to take advantage of the building’s full internal dimensions. It boasts a number of eco-friendly features such as a rainwater harvesting system, solar shading and skylights which allow natural light to flood in to the The new mezzanine floor areas within the new unit were created by RediRack’s sister company, RediFloor. building. Being a new build, the facility was, in effect, an empty shell when Dalepak took the keys which meant that one of the company’s first jobs was to design and install a storage and racking system that allows the available space to be utilized to its optimum capacity.

Dalepak already had a single tier RediRack mezzanine floor at another of its facilities and RediFloor were able to dismantle, move and rebuild the system within the new warehouse to create an additional 460 square metres of floor space.

Dalepak approached RediRack - one of the UK’s most popular storage system The area is used for contract packing. “Contract packing is a significant part of our business that, during seasonal peaks, involves hiring specialist staff,” Gary suppliers - for a solution. White explains. “On a mezzanine floor, these staff are able to quickly and efHaving considered Dalepak’s requirements, RediRack designed and installed a ficiently pack high volumes in a safe, controlled working environment.”

bespoke pallet racking system that provides more than 21,000 pallet positions, along with two mezzanine floor structures which, in addition to offering extra To create further e-Commerce fulfilment space, RediFloor built a second, 468 storage space, allow contract packing activities to be carried out away from the square metre single tier mezzanine in the centre of the facility. Both mezzanines conform to the Buildings Regulations code, are fully fire protected with hustle and bustle of the warehouse. a one hour rating and feature pallet gates to ensure the safe loading of goods RediRack created a narrow aisle system comprising 30 double runs of racking into the pick and pack area. with 2300mm wide aisles. Each aisle is 56m long and has an access tunnel running across the block to allow Dalepak’s fleet of Bendi articulated forklift The new facility is now operating three shifts a day, 7 days a week, and is serving multiple clients including Molton Brown and Whittard of Chelsea. trucks to reach the required pallet location quickly and fuel efficiently.

To protect the new racking, Dalepak asked RediRack to install sacrificial legs Gary White commented: “I believe RediRack’s welded, bolt-free racking is sturdier and safer than the alternatives on the market. When we build our to every frame. next facility, RediRack will install the rack and mezzanine floors. Every time Sacrificial legs allow damaged frames to be quickly and easily changed with RediRack manage an installation for us they use high quality, British manuminimal cost and down time. Essentially, a removable section from the lower factured products and the project comes in on time and on budget; I can’t ask front of the pallet packing frame (the area where racking damage caused by a for any more”. carelessly driven forklift is most likely to occur), the leg is designed to absorb impact and leave the rest of the frame undamaged. The legs can be replaced in source : redigroup.co.uk as little as 20 minutes.

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New Furniture for IKEA The contract logistics specialist, Fiege, will be lending its support to Ikea in converting its Germany-based furniture stores. Ikea will be modernising many of its branches in Germany throughout 2013. The logistics provider Fiege, headquartered in Greven, will take charge of the centralised merging and storing of the retail equipment at its Fiege Mega Center Hamburg, to ensure the timely delivery to the furniture stores. By converging the products and managing the transport from a single source, Fiege increases the availability of furniture, reduces delivery times and achieves optimum precision for the delivery of the goods during the individual building phases. “We saw the special challenges associated with the logistical handling that are primarily due to the diversity of the different types of furniture and the highly varied dimensions best understood and taken up by Fiege”, explains Oliver Topf, Equipment Coordinator at Ikea, the decision in favour of Fiege as Ikea’s partner for this project. “We are extremely proud to be able to prove our flexibility and quality for a well-renowned and world-wide operating customer like Ikea”, so Stefan Küster, branch manager Fiege Mega Center Hamburg, about the successful co-operation. source : fiege.com

Helping You Shape Your Packaging Strategy

Woodway UK are a leading, independent supplier of packaging materials in the UK. What makes us different is our approach and structure, which is designed with flexibility and satisfaction in mind. Our team are experts in the packaging market enabling them to offer a collaborative and consultative service. We work with our customers to ensure that their experience is exceptional, from first contact to delivery of product. Inspire Through Innovation Woodway have a dedicated Technical Support team to find a ‘best fit’ packaging solution. This often requires specific design and innovation to maximise protection whilst minimising waste. Several of Woodway’s bespoke designs are registered with the Intellectual Property Office. In order to assess the packaging requirements of a specific product, the Technical Team can audit a customer’s premises and the supply chain so they can evaluate all the ‘touch points’ a product goes through before reaching the enduser. Flexibility in Supply Our in-house technical team is supported by our on-site manufacturing which enables quick turnaround of samples and bespoke small runs. In addition to a Klett flexographic printer slotter, we have a Kirby folder gluer, Crosland Diecutter, Kirby Creaser, Kirby Slotter, Unigluer and a table stitcher. The range of machinery provides flexibility allowing us to offer a large selection of products, sizes and grades with fast turnaround. Our supply options are flexible to meet the demands of our customers and include the option for stock holding. Managing Costs, Providing Value Woodway’s purchasing team ensure cost stability and they have long-lasting relationships with global sourcing partners to ensure the best price for the most suitable product. As part of the auditing process the Sales and Technical Team also look at alternative products which may yield lower costs either directly or indirectly through space saving, operative time and shipping costs. Environment – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Woodway UK now hold the ISO14001 environmental standard. As a company we take seriously our responsibility to the environment and our impact on it. This extends to understanding customers’ own CSR values and objectives and helping them adhere to their environmental credentials through the products they are supplied with. We work closely with our global supplier partners to provide recycled, recyclable and reusable products where available and our customer audits look at packaging waste reduction. Supporting Processes As the market develops, the logistics of processing has seen an increase in automation. We work closely to provide support, whether by supplying new packaging machinery to speed up the processes, or providing products appropriate for the logistical and packing methods used. Our supplier partnerships ensure we are aware of the latest products and technological developments enabling customers to make informed decisions for their packaging strategies. source : woodwayuk.com

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Virtualized Logistics ticks all the boxes for Scholastic UK

Prologis and Roxhill prepare for warehouse site showdown Prologis and Roxhill are preparing for a showdown in Basildon. The two developers will control neighbouring sites in the town, both with planning permission for warehouse redevelopment. Prologis is expected to win planning approval tomorrow (12th February) for a new 260,000 sq ft Basildon warehouse.

Since working with Virtualized Logistics, Scholastic UK has halved the transit The development - on the 11.5 acre site of the demolished Visteon Radiator times plant at Christopher Martin Road - is next to a site controlled by rival developers Roxhill, who won permission last December for a 190,000 sq ft developfor the books it sources from the Far East and U.S. ment. This has resulted in significantly lower inventory levels as well as greater flex- Basildon council planning officials have recommended the Prologis plan for ibility throughout the supply chain for the world’s largest publisher and dis- approval. The plan will see a building with a maximum heigh of 18m. The tributor of children’s books. proposal includes a three-storey office building of 21,800 sq ft “Virtualized Logistics are great people to have in your business. If we want New accesses are proposed in Honywood Road, replacing existing ones to something, they find a solution,” says Graham Slater, Head of Supply Chain, the south of the proposed building, to provide a dedicated service access for Scholastic UK. HGVs. Virtualized Logistics is a supply chain consultancy established by logistics The site is located in a prominent corner position, visible from the A127 Southspecialist SBS Worldwide and it was this development which “ticked all the end Arterial Road. boxes”. Mr Slater says: “They provide us not only with visibility throughout the journey, but also gave us a lot of support as regards the unique requirements of our business. We need attention to detail and strong communications and they have been able to deliver on a consistent basis.”

source : prologis.co.uk

The book publishing industry is an area where both SBS and Virtualized Logistics have specialist knowledge. VL has adapted its eDC enterprise supply chain software system to enable publishers to track books through the industry’s own standard cataloguing code (ISBN) - making it much more user-friendly and transparent. Mr Slater also praised the changeover process. “Virtualized Logistics were very good at implementation, giving us customized training and back-up. And if we ask for something bespoke, they can do it. “They work closely with us to accommodate our needs and to ensure we get the precise information and documentation. This increased business intelligence enables us to make the supply chain decisions at the right time, driving efficiencies into our business.” Anna Warren, Supply Chain Solutions Manager at Virtualized Logistics, says it is exciting to work with a company such as Scholastic UK which is willing to make a step change in its supply chain to maximize efficiencies and deliver savings of time and money. source : virtualizedlogistics.com

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Logistics Data Is Key To Cutting Supply Chain Costs

GAC appointed official logistics provider for EFG Bank Sailing Arabia - The Tour 2013 Global logistics and shipping company GAC have been named the official logistics partner by Oman Sail, for EFG Bank Sailing Arabia The Tour 2013, which kicks off in Bahrain this weekend. Now in its third year, EFG Bank Sailing Arabia — The Tour is the only pan-regional offshore sailing race of its kind, bringing 15 days of intense sailing action to the Middle East from 10 to 25

At first glance, you would think logistics at PDQ Air Spares would be fairly February, across four countries and eight marinas in Bahrain, Qatar, UAE and Oman. simple. The tour made its debut in 2011, and this year teams from Oman, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, The Hampshire, England-based distributor of spare parts does very little outbound shipping. Its airline customers use their own freight agents to manage order shipments. Nor does PDQ handle its own inbound shipments; it outsourced that function to B&H Worldwide. The third-party logistics provider negotiates rates and schedules shipments with carriers such as FedEx, DHL and UPS for PDQ. At the same time, managing logistics and logistics costs has become critical to PDQ’s business. “If we commit to a 48-hour turnaround time, we have to hold a lot of inventory. Or we need to know that we can get it delivered from the U.S. to the U.K. in 24 hours so we can fill an order on time,” says Matthew Price, general manager. PDQ stocks a core nucleus of products, but to reduce inventory costs, it places a number of small orders for overnight delivery as sales orders come in. Striking the right balance on an as-needed basis is a challenge. “We have to watch those shipments carefully because we can’t pass on the cost of inbound freight,” Price says. B&H Worldwide developed a software application that aggregates the status of all PDQ’s shipments on one screen, regardless of the freight carrier. Price gets an alert when something goes wrong—say, when a part misses a flight connection, does not reach the next stage of its journey on schedule or does not clear customs. That allows him to alert his airline customers in case they have engineers and technicians on standby, awaiting the part. “If I have ordered an item that is supposed to be delivered tomorrow, I don’t need to know when it’s going right,” says Price. “I do need to know when it goes wrong so I can take steps to address the issue. That’s what I need from my logistics these days.”

Monaco, Holland and the EU include nationals as well as expatriates.

All the teams will sail same-design Farr 30 one-design boats on a race course loosely based on the demanding Tour de France a la Voile. The race starts on Sunday in Manama, Bahrain, before heading to Doha, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Musandam and then Musannah in Oman before finishing at The Wave Muscat in Muscat on 25 February. As logistics partner, GAC will handle all the shipping and logistics requirements of the tour, and will be considered for Oman Sail’s further logistics requirements throughout 2013. Lars Bergstrom, GAC Group Vice President – Middle East, says that the appointment as the Tour’s official logistics provider is a tribute to the company’s growing reputation for providing efficient support for complex projects and large pan-regional sporting events. “Amid the adrenaline and excitement, it is easy to forget how much careful planning and precision is required to make such complex events go smoothly,” he adds. “The diverse nature of EFG Bank Sailing Arabia The Tour’s logistical needs, and the multiple stops the race makes in marinas around the Arabian Gulf, will require the involvement of our offices in Bahrain, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Oman and Ras Al Khaimah. It takes the concerted efforts of many different parties working together to ensure that everything needed – from the largest pieces of yacht equipment, to the small supplies – are all where they need to be at the right time. GAC has the know-how, resources and dedication to bring it all together.” GAC is no stranger to competitive sailing. GAC Pindar, its partnership with leading independent sailing company Team Pindar, is the go-to provider of choice for integrated specialist marine leisure logistics, including yacht transportation, super yacht services, air sea and road freight, yacht spares logistics, sailing event management, ship agency and corporate hospitality.

PDQ’s approach is an example of the changing nature of logistics and supply chain management today: Information about the movement and management of parts, components and supplies is as important as the physical movement of those items. That is true whether the items being tracked are inside a warehouse, hangar or MRO facility, or in transit from one point to another.

GAC Pindar is the official logistics provider for the Extreme Sailing Series and was also appointed the official shipping and logistics service provider to the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club last year. Adding to its already impressive portfolio, GAC Pindar has been supporting several world-class sailing events including the ISAF Alpari World Match Racing Tour, in which GAC Pindar skipper Ian Williams, was crowned world champion for the fourth time in 2012.

“Logistics today is all about transparency and the exchange of information,” says Greg Colgan, general manager of the Cavok division of Oliver Wyman. “It’s great that you can send me an advance ship notification that tells me you’re going to ship something. But what I really want to know is where my parts are now, what was done to them and when [I will] get them back.”

Issa Al Ismaili, Oman Sail Event Director, says: “EFG Bank Sailing Arabia The Tour is a complex sailing event involving nine teams and eight marinas across four countries. We needed a reliable logistic partner – that’s why we have appointed GAC. We are confident that it has the expertise and experience to support us perfectly, during the entire event.”

In an industry where an audit trail is mandatory, logistics information is critical source : gac.com for compliance, Colgan notes. source : aviationweek.com

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Charter Hall Group launches $400m wholesale industrial partnership

Geodis wins e-commerce logistics contract with Castorama in France

Charter Hall Group has established a new wholesale core industrial partnership with two Australian institutional investors for the acquisition and management of Geodis has won a call for bids launched by the DIY retailer Castorama on predominantly core Australian logistics properties. The new vehicle, the Core home deliveries Logistics Partnership (CLP), has acquired two seed assets totaling $103.1 million. in France of website orders. The new, three-year contract further strengthens the collaborative effort in transport and logistics services started up by the two Charter Hall Group has committed $14 million, which represents an approx- groups in 2005. imate 5.3% co-investment commitment to CLP. CLP will deploy its equity commitments first and then secure debt finance with a target 30% gearing ratio. Geodis is using a new, 24,000-m2 warehouse (operational since the first week Seed assets for CLP include: of 2013) in Saint-Quentin-Fallavier in the Isère department to handle Castorama’s e-commerce business and manage the cross-docking activities required to The 36,213 square metre AMCOR logistics facility at Scoresby in Melbourne, deliver the customer’s stores in the Lyon area. which was acquired from AMCOR Limited on a 10 year sale and leaseback for $39.6 million, with the lease having fixed annual reviews of 3%. The ac- Of the warehouse’s 24,000 square metres, 8,000 are used for storing, preparing quisition reflects an initial yield of approximately 8%; and A 50% tenants in orders and coordinating transport operations for the 12,000 product references common interest in the Metcash Distribution Centre at Canning Vale, Perth for concerned by the customer’s e-commerce activity. Geodis directly handles $63.5 million, acquired from the Australian Unity Diversified Property Fund deliveries of large, value-added goods requiring special resources. The crossat a yield of 8.7%. The approximately 100,000 square metre facility is 100% docking operations provided since 2006 by Geodis at the Corbas site in the leased to a wholly owned subsidiary of Metcash and has a weighted average Rhône department were transferred to the Saint-Quentin-Fallavier warehouse lease expiry (WALE) of 11 years and annual CPI increases. The property is for the new contract, and are used to supply continuous flows to the 19 Casco-owned with Charter Hall’s managed wholesale pooled fund, Core Plus In- torama stores in the Lyon area. The new contract has led to the creation of 36 dustrial Fund (CPIF), which acquired 50% of the property in March 2012. new jobs at the new platform. The seed portfolio of CLP has a weighted average lease expiry of 10.6 years To respond to the diversity of the deliveries generated by Castorama’s activiand is 100% occupied. Charter Hall will provide all investment, property, leas- ties, Geodis has introduced special vehicles, including crane trucks for “heavy” ing and financial management services to CLP. equipment and vans for city centres, as well as two-person teams for special home-delivery operations. Joint Managing Director, David Harrison, said: ‘Given the industrial sector’s strong property fundamentals, we have been increasing our investment into Commenting, Jean-Paul Vignal, managing director of Geodis Logistics, said: this sector for some time and are pleased to be partnering with two high quality “The trust placed in us by Castorama underscores our expertise in e-commerce Australian institutional investors for this new, growing industrial portfolio. logistics. Through its capacity for innovation, Geodis provides the customer with a global solution adapted to its specific needs, particularly in terms of the ‘We expect to see continued acquisition opportunities across the industrial size and type of goods”. market over the next year and with the available capital, combined with debt capacity, CLP will look to grow this portfolio throughout 2013. Once CLP’s Pierre Coustenoble, Director of Logistics and Multichannel at Castorama, said: current equity is fully deployed the partnership may also consider further “With Geodis we have found a partner able to support us in the long term and growth beyond 2013,’ Mr Harrison said. propose global and intelligent solutions grouping a diverse range of transport, logistics and distribution services”. The acquisition of CLP’s seed assets has increased Charter Hall’s managed Australian industrial portfolio to approximately $1.0 billion, with 48 tenants, Geodis has also handled multimodal rail-road transport between northern 680,824 square metres of lettable area, an average WALE of 11.2 years and France and the Lyon area for Castorama since 2011. With this expertise, it occupancy of 99.7%. enables its customer to innovate in the sustainable management of its supply chain. The transaction is expected to be marginally earnings accretive for the Group. source : geodis.com source : charterhall.com.au

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Russian Railways Logistics starts as an Olympic consignee

Russian Railways Logistics starts as an Olympic consignee. In partnership with the North Caucasian TSC Directorate organized a joint comprehensive service for receiving and handling charges at the Olympic freight yard “Sochi” (Merry Station North Caucasian railway). The new joint service “RZD Logistics” acts by the consignee, and will provide freight forwarding and other services, including avtodovoz goods from the warehouse directly to construction sites. The main purpose of freight yard “Sochi” - unloading unitized, heavy, long cargo, container and cement for further shipment to the objects of the Olympic Winter Games in 2014. “Sochi” is designed to process 170 cars per day, or 3.41 million tons per year. For these purposes, this includes areas for unloading long-length and heavyweights, container shed for unitized cargo, automated warehouse cement. The main objects freight yard - a warehouse for processing unitized cargo area of more than 3 thousand square meters, loading and unloading and exhibition path length of 4.5 miles, concrete driveways and spaces with a total area of over 100,000 square meters. meters, an automated railroad storage of cement with total capacity 3600 tons, runways at 5 gantry cranes. Total cargo yard of 22 hectares. source : rzdlog.ru

Norbert Dentressangle secures major warehousing contract with Ecolab

have been a valuable partner to Ecolab for many years. Their understanding of our business, their willingness to invest to support us and their ability to help us consolidate our warehousing operations, in an extremely modern Norbert Dentressangle has been awarded a major chemicals warehousing environment, in the right place, at the right price, were all factors in our decision to award the new contract. All of these things underpin a lean and agile contract with Ecolab, supply chain which ensures that we can continue to deliver a cost-effective, the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services reliable service to our customers.” that provide and protect clean water, safe food, abundant energy and source : norbert-dentressangle.co.uk healthy environments. In the UK, the company offers a wide range of medical and industrial cleaning and sanitation products via several complementary business units covering Contamination Control, Hospitality & Food Service, Pest Elimination, Healthcare, Food & Beverage and Textile Care. Under the new contract, Norbert Dentressangle’s flagship TOP Tier COMAH Euroterminal site at Trafford Park in Manchester will act as a national hub for the storage of Ecolab products numbering up to 12,000 pallets and the distribution of Ecolab’s products to customers throughout the UK. Norbert Dentressangle is responsible for the receipt of around 1,900 pallets per week, both from Ecolab’s UK manufacturing facility in Cheadle Hulme and from the company’s European distribution centre in Genk in Belgium and the picking and despatch of up to 1,600 deliveries each week. The centralised operation replaces a number of smaller, in-house warehousing operations and represents the latest development in Norbert Dentressangle’s longstanding relationship with Ecolab, which already includes UK distribution of both bulk and packaged chemicals and the cleaning and reconditioning of IBCs. By moving to a single outsourced warehouse provider, within a modern shared-user environment, Ecolab benefits from a high quality, cost-effective warehousing operation, with inbuilt flexibility to match capacity with demand and support continued growth. To accommodate this major new contract and meet increased demand for high quality hazardous goods warehousing, Norbert Dentressangle has made a multi-million pound investment to to extend and upgrade the Euroterminal site, including a new MHRA licensed area for the storage of up to 6,000 pallets of medical and pharmaceutical products. Joachim Giesler, Ecolab’s Director, Warehousing EMEA said: “This is a natural extension of our existing relationship with Norbert Dentressangle, who

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Kale Logistics Solutions is Microsoft Gold Certified Partner

Kale Logistics Solutions (Kale) attained Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Status,

5 Silver level certifications in competencies ranging from-Application Integration, Independent Software Vendor (ISV), Midmarket Solution Provider, Software Development & Web Development. With Gold level certification, Kale can leverage the highest level of Microsoft partner benefits that include access to various Microsoft resources like- research content, technical guidance, latest MS software updates and support in market-outreach.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rajesh Panicker – SVP, Kale Logistics Solutions said, “Kale Logistics Solutions has established its foundation on the basis of a strong Techno-domain expertise in the space of Logistics & Airports industries. Microsoft Gold level certification has enabled us to set benchmarks in IT development with demonstrated skill sets. Since Microsoft competencies are aligned with how customers actually buy, customers can now identify with our ments before certifying an organization and it is a major achievement for Kale capabilities and expertise. We get the distinction of being among only 1 per and a strong reinforcement of its client’s confidence in Kale. cent of Microsoft partners worldwide that have attained this outstanding degree of proficiency in the given competency area.” Achieving competency requires active membership in the partnership network, Microsoft certified professionals in its employment, customer references to source : kalelogistics.in verify competency, and competency certifications. Microsoft requires partners to pass tests to qualify for certification in an area of expertise. Kale already has which is the highest level in Microsoft Certifications. Microsoft requires Gold Certified partners to meet some stringent require-

tor of the company, Neil Kinder over a year ago. Since then, Neil has mobilised his team of engineers and staff to work together to streamline, realign and refine the processes in the business to comply with the stringent and high standards demanded by AS and ISO certifications to take the business to the next level. “What started as a vision to take our award winning company even further in the minds and eyes of our customers and industry has today become a reality. This gives everyone in the business a boost of confidence that our processes and service offering to our customers is world class and is recognised by the highest authority out there,” Neil added. From its humble beginnings, Kinder & Co has always emphasized the importance of integrity, knowledge, trust and the family values in its operations – evident in every facet of the customer experience, from initial enquiry to product fulfillment and delivery through to after-sales support. With the advent of technology and state-of-theart hardware and software systems in the industry, Kinder & Co has been quick to embrace new things and have recently successfully ported their operations to SAP, giving the business and its engineers unprecedented access to information, capabilities and capacity. The next logical step in the journey points to recognition by an external quality and standards authority such as Bureau Veritas to

Kinder & Co awarded prestigious certification

give the company the accreditation it deserves that can pave the way to even greater trust, confidence and assurance from existing and new customers.

For over 27 years, Kinder & Co has been recognised as a leading independent With this new achievement under its belt, Kinder & Co’s ‘make-it-better’ mansupplier tra is now even more complete. Our proven experience in the field designing and manufacturer or reliable, innovative and efficient conveyor solutions. In and improving existing systems, often through introducing new technologies that time, Kinder & Co has successfully built an enviable reputation for im- to help our clients achieve their business and productivity goals and objectives proving the bulk handling materials industry with innovative products and so- is now supported by accreditation and certification of our core processes by one of the highest authorities in the industry. lutions delivered with unparalled levels of customer service and efficiency. Recently in December 2012, this family-owned has chalked up another significant milestone in its journey, as they achieved recognition with the award of the prestigious AS and ISO standards certifications from Bureau Veritas. On the 20th of December 2012, Kinder & Co achieved the AS/NZS ISO 9001, AS/ NZS 4801, OHSAS 18001 and AS/NZS ISO 14001 certifications for the provision of tailored, engineerd solutions for bulk materials handling and standard and customised conveyor hardware components, flow and anti-wear products, screening products, conveyor skirting and belt transfer products, belt cleaning systems, bucket elevator components, conveyor process equipment and associated safety and environment products for the generation, mining and mineral processings, metallurgic smelting and refining, salt, sugar and grain industries.

Our competitive edge of experience, technical expertise, stock availability and turnaround time are now hardcoded in our AS and ISO accredited processes, giving our staff, customers and partners the highest assurance of quality control and customer service levels. You can rely on us to provide simple, reliable and effective solutions backed by a team nurtured and motivated by strong family values and the best-practice processes in the industry. Trust Kinder & Co to be your AS and ISO accredited bulk materials supplier and partner of choice! source : kinder.com.au

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Logwin official international logistics partner of the L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival

Logwin, a global leader in air and ocean freight and logistics services, is the official international logistics partner for one of Australia’s leading fashion events, the L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) 2013.

CEVA announces opening of first Center of Logistics Excellence in Jacksonville, Florida

LMFF is an annual festival for the fashion, design, business and creative sectors, which includes runway shows and showcases Australia’s established and emerging designers. CEVA Logistics, a leading global supply chain management company, announced the opening Logwin has a long history of delivering specialised logistics services because of the specific product-handling requirements of its customers from of its first Center of Logistics Excellence in Jacksonville, Florida. The Center the Fashion + Lifestyle sector. In 2011, the company launched Red Carpet demonstrates ‘real world’ logistics innovation through supply chain optimiLogistics (RCL), a premium fashion-and-lifestyle-specific service, to better zation and enhanced visibility, integrated services and technology solutions meet complex product-handling requirements of its growing high-end fashion to power supply chain efficiency and allows organizations to see impeccably and lifestyle customers. From production to packing, labeling and tagging, to executed supply chains in action. point of sale, Logwin eases the delicate supply chain process of these customers by providing them with a holistic logistics solution. Services provided at the Center include solutions design and engineering, managed transportation services, global supply chain solutions, transportaRCL incorporates a network of dedicated warehouses and offers international tion procurement, rail fueling services and a number of supporting services air and ocean freight, customized storage solutions and distribution, shop such as Quality, Safety and Logistics Operations Excellence. delivery, and Value Added Services, specifically for premium fashion and lifestyle products. “Customers today want increased agility while lowering supply chain costs,” said Inna Kuznetsova, Chief Commercial Officer, CEVA. “They are looking “Logwin is a leader in its field and an integral part of the fashion industry for ways to enhance control and visibility to optimize their supply chains endboth locally and abroad. We are proud to welcome Logwin as a partner and to-end. CEVA’s new Center of Logistics Excellence addresses these needs with official international logistics sponsor of the 2013 L’Oréal Melbourne Fash- a holistic approach and a full range of services and solutions, including access ion Festival,” said Graeme Lewsey, Festival CEO. to world- class technology and supply chain management engineering, provided by subject matter experts. The opening of the Center is an opportunity The Festival’s core program of runway, beauty and business events is taking for our customers to ‘see and touch’ what supply chain excellence is all about.” place from March 18 to 24, 2013. Information technology plays a crucial role in helping customers achieve “We are very proud to be the official international logistics partner of LMFF. their supply chain objectives. The Center for Logistics Excellence showcases With many years of working with leading fashion brands, we invested further the CEVA Matrix™ platform, which optimizes best-in-class components from in developing our fashion-specific services,” said Marina Condic, Branch independent software vendors with proprietary CEVA components and exManager of Logwin in Melbourne. “The recently opened multi-user warepertise to deliver innovative customer solutions that support all aspects of the house in Sydney enables Logwin to provide seamless supply chain services end-to-end supply chain. to a broad range of customers across Australia.” “Enhanced visibility is a key customer requirement,” said Peter Dew, Chief source : logwin-logistics.com Information Officer for CEVA. “CEVA Matrix integrates all trading partners in the supply chain and provides automatic sharing of operating data among processes for real-time visibility of inventory, order and shipment status. We are excited to be able to leverage the Center with customers to illustrate the richness of the CEVA Matrix platform.” source : cevalogistics.com / photo : globalscm

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PUMA Retail Selects JDA Allocation to Streamline the Execution of its Assortment Strategies

International Expansion and UK Customer Wins

JDA®Software Group, Inc., The Supply Chain Company®, today announced that PUMA Retail, one of the world’s leading sportlifestyle companies, selected JDA® Allocationin the fourth quarter of 2012 to help streamline and centralize the execution of its assortment strategies, to achieve optimized store-specific size availability, resulting in higher sales and reduced markdowns. PUMA, founded in 1948, designs and develops footwear, apparel and acHeavey RF Group, the supply chain, warehouse, logistics technology and cessories. The company distributes its products in more than 120 countries, software company, employs more than 11,000 people worldwide and has headquarters in Herzogenaurach (Germany) Boston (United States) and London (England). has announced an expansion of its international operations. It will open an office in Germany in the New Year Facing an industry shift towards higher volumes, more clearly defined and is rebranding its operations in Poland and Australia under the Heavey RF segments, developing categories and emerging geographies, PUMA Retail corporate name and continuing expansion in Ireland. selected JDA® Allocation to help achieve demand-oriented execution of store assortments. In addition to these broad challenges, PUMA Retail will look to Heavey RF Group (www.heaveyrf.com), which supplies mobile technology JDA® Allocation to help address low-size-level availability, high markdowns solutions to the logistics, manufacturing, field service, retail and transport and inefficient visual merchandising due to a lack of space and presentation sectors, has grown its UK operations by 18% over the last year. Major UK requirements. PUMA Retail will also seek improvements of in-season item customer wins include DHL, Caterpillar, Britvic, IM Group and Cullina. performance and non-effective and manual case pack allocation, and address high manual workloads that result in an inability to operate frequent allocaMr. Ronan Clinton CEO, Heavey RF Group said that growth was being driven tions. by increased awareness of the need for manufacturers and distributors to cut costs and boost productivity. “Our track record with blue chip companies in This investment serves as PUMA Retail’s first step toward realizing globally achieving measurable business results such as increased productivity and integrated planning, assortment and allocation management. The ultimate reduction in error rates is driving demand for our solutions in the UK and goal is to achieve a common understanding of market needs with maximum globally. Our solutions are consistently outperforming our international transparency to address customer needs in the most efficient way. This will competitors. This expansion investment aims to capitalise on this and bring enable PUMA Retail to be more flexible, agile and adaptive and will contribour solutions to a much wider audience.” ute significantly to its increasingly sharp focus on Retail. “JDA® Allocation is one of the most robust solutions in the marketplace and we believe it will help us to quickly and effectively optimize store-specific allocations across our entire retail enterprise,” said Stefan Meyrat, head of global retail, PUMA Retail. “The JDA® Allocation implementation will serve as the first milestone in our multi-phased plan to achieve globally integrated planning and assortment management to allocate our Performance and Lifestyle collections to the right store at the right time.”

Heavey RF Group is the global supplier of award winning VocalPoint™ Voice Solutions which allows distributors and manufacturers to optimise their supply chain processes, providing significant increases in productivity, reductions in operational expenses and uplift in business intake. The benefits that can be gained from successful implementation of hands-free, eyes-free voice technology in warehouse and logistics business has been proven globally and by using the VocalPoint solution can still be used in tandem with other new or existing RF technology.

“We are delighted that an industry leader like PUMA Retail has selected JDA® source : heaveyrf.com Allocation based on the business benefits it will deliver,” said Mark Morgan, regional vice president EMEA, JDA Software. With more than 120 live customers, JDA® Allocation helps companies automate their allocation processes by better tailoring the right products to the right stores, improve availability, control inventory and reduce the risk of markdowns. source : jda.com

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PORT & TERMINALS

Indian government gives go ahead to DP World’s terminal investment

DP World has been granted approval to invest as much as 4.4 billion rupees (US$82 million) by the Indian Finance Ministry for its proposed container terminal project at Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva). The Dubai-based terminal operator, awarded on a 17-year concession, will extend the port’s container berth by 1,082 feet, and construct a new 42-acre container yard to increase the annual capacity of the port by an estimated 800,000 TEU. Last November, DP World agreed a contract with the port authority to establish a special operating vehicle Hindustan Port Pvt. Ltd. to oversee the project. DP World was the lone bidder for the build-operate-transfer facility, after offering a revenue share of 28.09 percent per annum to the port’s landlord. The new facility will boast a draft of 13.5 metres, and will be equipped with four rail-mounted quay cranes and 12 rubber tyred gantry cranes. The terminal is expected to commence operations in 2015. source : porttechnology.org

Cargotec to establish MacGregor business area’s domicile in Singapore Cargotec’s Board of Directors has in its meeting on 11 February 2013 decided to establish the domicile of the future parent company of MacGregor business area in Singapore. Consequently, the management of MacGregor will be based in Singapore. Cargotec continues to plan for a separate listing of MacGregor subject to market conditions. Singapore provides a strong base for marine and offshore industries with several listed marine companies. This will enable MacGregor to develop its entire value chain, including services.

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“Due to its closeness to our Asian customers and partners, we are confident that Singapore is the best location for the domicile. Since more than 70 percent of MacGregor’s sales are already generated in Asia-Pacific, we feel that establishing our domicile in Singapore would represent a natural development for our operations,” comments Mikael Mäkinen, President of MacGregor. source : cargotec.com

Increase in exports to other continents lifts Port of Gothenburg Despite the downturn in the world economy, strong export trade, particularly to other continents, helped lift freight volumes at the Port of Gothenburg in 2012. With total freight of 42 million tonnes, Port of Gothenburg volumes increased by one per cent during 2012. “We handle a great deal of Swedish foreign trade and although we noted a slowdown last year it was far from the dramatic events of 2009,” says Magnus Kårestedt, Port of Gothenburg Chief Executive.

According to Magnus Kårestedt, the chance for companies throughout the country to transport freight for just five to eight hours by rail shuttle straight to the quayside is an attractive proposition. From there they can reach 140 destinations directly without transshipment. The number of containers transported by rail to and from the port rose by 10 per cent during 2012 – a new record.

Containers up, ro-ro and cars down 900,000 TEU were handled at the Port of Gothenburg in 2012, one per cent Three distinct patterns Three distinct trade patterns emerged at the Port of Gothenburg during 2012: up on 2011 and a new all-time high. Ro-ro traffic (trailers and other rolling a rise in trade with other continents coupled with a fall in European trade; an goods) fell by four per cent during 2012, closing the year at 534,000 units. increase in exports and a decrease in imports; growth in freight volumes from The most significant decrease during 2012 was the number of vehicles the Swedish east coast passing through the Port of Gothenburg. shipped – down 31 per cent. This can be attributed largely to the fall in car Magnus Kårestedt explains: “A fall in demand in Europe has forced industry production at the Volvo Torslanda plant. to find new markets farther afield. In 2012, we saw a substantial increase in volumes on our deep sea services to other continents while many of the short source : portofgothenburg.com sea services in Europe have lost volumes.” Container exports via the Port of Gothenburg, largely paper, wood, steel, vehicles and industrial components, rose during the year by three per cent while imports fell by five per cent. Two new deep sea services to Asia, in combination with three new rail shuttles, including one to Sundsvall, have led to more companies on the east coast choosing to run their freight through the Port of Gothenburg.

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Port of Tyne announces £180m south bank upgrade Indonesian logistics costs spiral

The Port of Tyne is to undergo a major expansion of its infrastructure capacThe latest port fees hike in the country makes Indonesia’s logistics costs ity among with a £180m investment in the south bank estate. the highest in the region, a local supply chain body has claimed. New infrastructure for handling, storage and transportation facilities for the imports of wood pellet, and to extend the main Riverside Quay at Tyne Dock, The Indonesian Logistics Association (ALI) reckons logistics costs in the country will increase by about 3% this year thanks to the decision by ports to are to be developed. raise fees. The Riverside Quay is also to have its multi-functional birth extended by 100 ALI chairman Zaldy Masita said that logistics costs, which account for 17% metres. of the price of most products at the moment, would rise to 20%. Average Associated quay and rail infrastructure will also be expanded, creating 900 logistics costs in Southeast Asia stand at around 10%, Zaldy said. construction jobs and 300 full-time operational jobs. “This is an irony. Better port services are supposed to help boost efficiencies The process of finding an investment partner is “well underway”, with discus- that will eventually push down logistics costs. It appears that Indonesia lags behind countries in the region in the logistics sector,” Zaldy told sions being held with a number of interested parties. The upgrade will represent the biggest investment ever made in the port, and source : seashipnews.com follow from the strategic land acquisition of several sites in 2012. A new £6m gantry crane is also to be delivered later in the year. Further expansion plans are under consideration, including offshore engineering facilities, office buildings and environmental improvements to provide a buffer between the industrial park and town centre. There are also plans to expand a site in the North East LEP Enterprise Zone on the north bank, including a large offshore wind farm. “It is in renewable energy where we see the next major area of growth for us,” said Andrew Moffat, the Port of Tyne’s chief executive officer. “These are very significant plans for the Port of Tyne which are imperative for both the Sustainability of the Port and the future delivery of the Government’s carbon reduction targets.” Cllr Iain Malcolm, leader of South Tyneside Council, commented: “This will further strengthen South Tyneside’s position as a key player in the renewables and green energy industries, as well as creating new jobs in the borough and the wider North East. “The Council is making major investments to attract new jobs to the borough and to transform our town centres, and this development will complement those initiatives.” source : cnplus.co.uk

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After all, just a few days ago, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said union membership

Longshoremen’s Strike At Port Of NY And NJ Could Devastate US Economy; But Can Labor And The ILA Finally Win One?

fell to 11.3 percent of U.S. workers in 2012, or 14.4 million people, the lowest level since before World War II. Nearly 25 percent of American union members are older than 55, up from about 15 percent 10 years ago. On top of that, a court of appeals last week upheld all of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker’s public-sector union reform legislation, a draconian group of measures that would strip most state government workers, with the exception of firefighters and police, of their collective bargaining rights. And in the last few months, Indiana and then Michigan -- birthplace of the United Auto Workers -- passed right-to-work laws, permitting people to take jobs in union shops without joining the union or paying its dues. That raised the number of states with right-to-work laws to 24, with six additional states considering similar legislation. Because of these significant setbacks, the labor movement is in disarray. Some unions have ignored their weakened position and taken an aggressive stance. For example, last year, Hostess Brands Inc., the maker of the iconic Twinkies snack cake, told its unionized bakers that without concessions the company would go out of business. Holding firm, the labor group’s leaders rejected any givebacks, putting the jobs of 18,000 people on the line. Within days, Hostess was bankrupt, and the union is now fighting in court to squeeze some money out of the new owner of some of Hostess’ brands to cover pensions and other retirement costs. Other unions, like the UAW, have given in, agreeing to cuts in wages, benefits, jobs and pensions. In so doing, they are holding on to their ebbing influence and leverage in the auto industry but barely so. UAW membership now below 400,000, down from 1.5 million three decades ago -- and none of the foreign transplants, among the most successful carmakers in the U.S., are unionized. “One dilemma for labor is that the aggressive actions that are required in some of these instances are rendered more difficult by the decline in labor’s membership numbers,” said Philip Dine, author of the book “State of the Unions.” Labor is spread somewhat thin because it is under assault in so many areas.” Still, despite this litany of problems, every once in a while a potential job action arises to prove that the labor movement is not quite extinguished yet. One of these will occur on Feb. 6 in the ports of New York and New Jersey.

The ILA argues that these payments are now an essential part of worker compensation. “Container Royalty (payments) supplements the members’ income and keeps his benefits package financial strong,” says a statement on the ILA website. “Container Royalty eligibility must be earned by an ILA member reaching a certain amount of hours worked each year. ILA work isn’t like other professions: no ships mean no work, but employers depend on a strong and skilled workforce when ships need to be worked. Container Royalty helps keep an ILA workforce available.” Work rules are another central issue in the labor dispute. The terminal operators and ocean carriers point to a number of egregious activities that were unearthed during public hearings in 2010 held by the Waterfront Commission of New York Harbor. These hearings featured testimony about such waterfront abuses linked to the longshoremen as crane operators who work eight hours but are paid for 24 hours of work; dockworkers who earn overtime pay despite not even being at the port; “no-show” jobs, which, in one case, paid $73,531 in 2009; shop stewards who earn more than $400,000 per year; timekeepers who earn more than $400,000 per year and are paid for 27 hours of work per day; and the outsized influence of the Genovese crime family on the New York-area docks.

That’s the deadline for negotiators of the International Longshoremen’s Association Port management is demanding that these activities are finally eliminated, and it’s (ILA), the AFL-CIO, and a group of ocean carriers and terminal operators to agree on a insisting that in the next few years, the longshoremen and the companies that ship on new six-year contract. If not, the ILA plans to strike -- and in this case, the union threat the waterfront focus on improving productivity substantially. is not easy to ignore. New York/New Jersey is the busiest waterfront in the East and Gulf Coasts, the first stop for goods that ultimately reach 35 percent of the U.S. population. About 3,250 longshoremen load and unload boats on these ports, and port activity directly supports nearly 200,000 jobs in the New York area. A one-week dockworkers strike would cost the region an estimated $110 million in economic output and $136 million in personal income. Even without sympathy strikes by dockworkers in other ports, a New York job action could cost the U.S. $1 billion to $2 billion per day in economic activity. Moreover, a strike would be a serious hit to the nation’s fragile economic recovery because consumers, who constitute about 70 percent of the U.S. gross domestic product, would have to absorb the extra cost of goods as a result of higher transportation charges. The obstacles to a new contract are few but formidable. One contentious matter is container royalties, payments to dockworkers to protect them from losses due to “containerization.” For much of the 20th century, longshoremen loaded and unloaded cargo manually. In the 1960s shippers started putting freight in large metal containers that could be loaded on tractor-trailers and railroad cars and then placed on ocean-going vessels. As a result, fewer longshoremen were needed. And the industry agreed to pay furloughed or downsized workers a royalty based on the tonnage of goods shipped.

So far, there has been some progress in resolving the container royalty dispute, according to the union. “I am pleased to announce that the ILA made major gains on the Container Royalty issue that will protect our ILA members,” Harold J. Daggett, ILA’s president, said on Dec. 28. Still, that is no guarantee that a deal will be reached before Feb. 6. Indeed, both sides have reasons to dig in their heels. Ocean carriers and terminal operators are under pressure to stick to their positions in two ways. One is the usual desire to protect or expand profit margins. The other is the increased ownership stake of hedge funds and pensions in their businesses. Case in point: The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan last week paid $467 million to buy a 100-percent stake in container leasing firm SeaCube. It was the second major acquisition the pension fund, one of Canada’s largest, has made in the container shipping industry. In 2006, the fund acquired several assets from OOCL Terminals in a $2.4 billion deal, which gave the fund control of two container terminals each in the Port of New York and New Jersey and Vancouver, Canada.

Most of today’s ILA members, many of whom make over $100,000 per year, began working after containerization, meaning automation didn’t impact their jobs or wages. source : ibtimes.com Still, container royalties have remained in place and, since 2009, when a cap on royalty payments was scrapped, those payments skyrocketed. In 1996 they averaged $6,028 per worker; in 2011 they averaged $36,000 per worker, according to the Wall Street Journal.

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New straddle carriers to New Zealand

ABP awards dredging contract at its Port of Southampton

Associated British Ports (ABP) has recently awarded Boskalis Westminster the contract to widen and deepen a critical part of the access channel to the container terminal operated by DP World Southampton. This follows the announcement in December 2012 that the Marine Management Organisation had issued the necessary consents to undertake the works. The removal of 450,000 cubic metres of material at Marchwood will widen the navigation channel by 30m, thus improving accessibility and manoeuvrability for container vessels. Liebherr Container Cranes has secured an order for four straddle carriers to New Zealand.

The importance of the work for the port was underlined by the speed in which Boskalis Westminster was able to reposition its dredger, the Manu Pekka (pictured), so that work could start immediately.

Lyttelton, Port of Christchurch will take four Liebherr SC350Ts which can stack one over two high and are supplied with a 50 tonne twin lift spreader.

The Manu Pekka is a back-hoe dredger fitted with an eight cubic metre bucket which can dredge to a depth of 18.5m. Four barges were mobilised from as far away as Malmo in Sweden to Southampton to begin their task of ferrying The straddle carriers will join a pair of Liebherr ship to shore cranes at the port and will be linked to a remote container tracking system, providing ac- the material dredged by the Manu Pekka to the licensed disposal site off the curate real-time information on the position and handling rates of containers Isle of Wight. within the terminal. The four straddle carriers are due for delivery mid-2013. Paul Datson, Boskalis Westminster’s Head of Capital & Coastal Business SecLyttelton, Port of Christchurch is the major trade gateway to New Zealand’s tor, said: “We are glad to be working back in Southampton for ABP again and South Island and increased container throughput of 16.8 percent at the port very pleased to be associated with a relatively small but important part of the overall development. to the end of June 2012. Liebherr Container Cranes also secured an order for three similar straddle carriers from The Port of Tauranga, New Zealand a few months ago. source : vertikal.net

“While this type of project is relatively straightforward, it involves a significant amount of equipment which we have been able to move to Southampton at short notice.” Dave Herrod, ABP Engineering Project Manager, said: “The channel widening at Marchwood is the latest part of ABP’s planned investment to further improve the port’s ability to receive the largest container vessels, and we are pleased that Boskalis Westminster has been able to start work so quickly.” In preparation for the dredge, ABP has worked closely with Marchwood Yacht Club to agree suitable new locations for 17 of its 150 moorings in preparation for the dredge. The new moorings have been located in deeper water in order to meet club members’ requirements to accommodate deeper-draughted yachts. The work is expected to be complete in March. source : abports.co.uk

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Jaye Container Terminal heralds first 11,000 TEU container vessel Making a yet another significant landmark in the container handling saga of Sri Lanka, the State-owned Jaye Container Terminal (JCT) received an 11,660 TEU capacity Container Carrier, “MV MSC LUCIANA”, operated by the Geneva-based Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). “MV MSC LUCIANA” which made a history as the largest ever container vessel thus far called over at the port of Colombo yesterday. In celebration of this historic event to JCT, SLPA and to Sri Lanka at large, a plaque exchange ceremony was held on board the vessel “MV MSC LUCIANA” on her maiden voyage at JCT/SLPA, on January 23, 2013. Plaques were exchanged between SLPA upper echelon comprising Chairman, Dr. Priyath B. Wickrama, Managing Director, Capt. Nihal Keppetipola, and the Master of the Vessel Capt. Kojicic Veselin in the presence of MSC top brass including Managing Director, Rohan de. Silva, General Manager (Operations and Logistics), Shamal Perera and other senior SLPA and MSC officials. MSC, in a very bold move switched over to the state-run Jaya Container Terminal (JCT) operated by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) in December, 2009 expecting to carry out more than 1,500 moves per vessel. And MSC has been able to achieve this average throughout the years following. MSC brings import cargoes from the Eastern Seaboard of US to Colombo and delivers local exports and transshipment cargo from the Indian sub continent to the Far East.

ing larger vessels. When the Panama’s new locks are inaugurated in 2014, channels will allow transit of bigger vessels, removing another impediment against mega ship building.” “I am glad to say that Colombo will be ready to handle any mega vessel on the order book. With the construction of Colombo South Harbour, the first stage of which is to be completed in 2013, we will have the capacity to entertain largest triple E class vessels and Sri Lanka will be the only port in South Asia to handle large vessels.” he further said. Managing Director of SLPA, Capt. Nihal Keppetipola expressing his views at the ceremony said “Today is a historic day for SLPA. The MSC, one of our oldest and loyal container shipping business partners has made the SLPA achieve another accolade. Today we have demonstrated to the shipping community that we have the ability to handle an 11,000 TEU class vessel, the largest ever to have called thus far at Colombo. MSC has always been with us in crests and in troughs of our business and I am confident that they will continue to be with us in the future.” He added , “We need to be the change that we wish to see in the world. Let me attribute our ambitious development projects and our determination to change the organizational culture to our vision to be the Logistics excellence in the Silk Route”. Capt. Keppetipola praised the current Port Chairman as a leader par excellence by saying “Real leaders are ordinary people with extraordinary determinations.” Capt. Keppetipola highly appreciated the role of Rohan de Silva, the Managing Director of MSC Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, as a man who lives upto his dreams quoting “Never let your memories be greater than your dreams”.

MSC is the world’s second-largest container shipping line, providing an unparalleled service network via dedicated offices throughout the world and remains a truly independent and private company able to respond quickly to market changes and implement long term plans.

“Under our wing, we are confident that MSC will thrive and grow from strength to strength in the future. Your success indeed is the SLPA’s success too. That means you our customer are our most valuable asset and I take this opportunity to wish MSC and their local agent Messrs. MSC Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd. All the Best.” he further said

With a streamlined management structure via Geneva, MSC has become a leading customer-focused, cost effective global transport solution provider for many a shipper worldwide.

The vessel operates under Cheetah service with port rotation of Durban, Port Louis, Colombo, Singapore, Far East, Singapore, Durban and Europe.

Commenting at the ceremony, SLPA Chairman, Dr. Priyath B. Wickrama said “The MSC LUCIANA’s call at Jaye Container Terminal brings us great significance for it is the largest ever container vessel to visit Colombo.

source : dailynews.lk

This heralds how the container shipping will be like in the coming future with economies of scale becoming the major concern in ship building. More often than not, the pursuit of economies of scale in liner shipping has been cited as the major reason behind carrier’s motivation to form strategic alliances, engage in mergers and acquisitions and to increase vessel capacity by buildwww.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

Ports of Auckland willing to accept Facilitator’s recommendations

New Mombasa Dry Port opened by APM Terminals

APM Terminals has opened a new 7.3 hectare (18 acre) inland container freight station (CFS) 4 km (two and a half miles) from Kenya’s primary port of Mombasa. The new facility is one of East Africa’s largest and most technologically advanced CFS operations, with direct rail links to both the port and inland commercial and population centers of Nairobi and Kampala.

After considering the recommendations received from Facilitator Alastair Dumbleton last week, Ports of Auckland has advised him that it is willing to accept his package of recommendations.

Offices of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) as well as a banking facility for clearing terminal and custom’s charges are all located on-site. “This new, modern dry port facility will substantially reduce turnaround time for imported and transit cargoes and reduce demurrage costs for importers in Kenya and Uganda” stated APM Terminals Inland Services Regional Manager Jesper Boll.

Ports of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson said that while the port is not happy with Mombasa, the busiest container terminal in East Africa with 771,000 TEU aspects of the package, he was willing to compromise in order to do a deal. throughput in 2011, saw container volume increase by 25% in the first half of 2012, and handled an estimated 840,000 TEUs last year. Road conges“Accepting the recommendations means compromise on both sides”, he tion remains a significant obstacle to traffic flows into and out of Mombasa, said, “but it also offers significant benefits for the port, port staff, their which is a major trade gateway for interior landlocked African countries such families, and Auckland as a whole. Last year Garry Parsloe gave the Mayor an as Uganda and South Sudan. assurance that the union would ‘consider and respond in a positive way to the recommendations of the Facilitator’, so I am hopeful that the Maritime The facility has two 600 meter railway lines which can accommodate four Union will also accept the recommendations without further delay.” trains simultaneously. Each train movement will take the place of approximately 40 truck movements, alleviating overburdened Mombasa road Details of the recommendations are still confidential, so POAL will not be networks and offering a more ecofriendly solution. making any further comment until the recommendations are made public “Huge traffic jams are experienced every day at the Makupa causeway, the source : poal.co.nz Changamwe roundabout and all the way to Nairobi” said Mr. Boll, noting “Our key location on the Nairobi - Mombasa highway helps the local community by easing traffic congestion and reducing time spent by importers picking up cargo in the port”. APM Terminals is one of the largest terminal operators in Africa with a network of port operations which includes large transhipment operations at Tanger-Med in Morocco, and the Suez Canal Container Terminal at Port Said East, Egypt, and nine port operations in eight countries in West Africa, including West Africa’s busiest container port at APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria. APM Terminals also has an extensive Inland Services network in Africa with 26 operations in 15 countries. The new Mombasa dry port will strengthen the East African Inland Services which currently include operations in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan and Mozambique. “This project illustrates APM Terminal’s successful African strategy to collaborate with governments and local partners, to continuously invest in upgrading port and transport infrastructure in Eastern Africa, and increase the competitiveness of local transportation services” said APM Terminals Regional Head of Investment, Thomas Hougaard. The new facility is a joint venture with a local Kenyan company, Great Lakes Ports Ltd. source : apmterminals.com

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Grove Presents Delivery-Ready GMK6400 at Bauma 2013

Kuantan Port to get $1bn expansion Malaysia’s IJM Corporation and Guangxi Beibu Gulf International Port Group are investing MYR3bn ($969.6m) to develop Kuantan Port to become a strategic gateway into Asean, the Middle East and Asia Pacific markets, according to local media reports. The development plan is part of the Malaysia-China Kuantan Industrial Park (MCKIP) project and will involve the construction of a new deep water terminal with a 200,000 dwt berth. The Guangxi group is also investing in three steel, aluminium processing and palm oil refinery plants, and in the infrastructure of MCKIP and the port is expected to feed materials into these projects.

Visitors to the Manitowoc stand at bauma 2013 will see one of the first production versions of the Grove GMK6400 all-terrain crane. The prototype of the crane has appeared at previous events, but this year’s bauma show represents the production launch for the new model. Andreas Cremer, all-terrain cranes product manager at Manitowoc, said he is looking forward to highlighting the unique capabilities of the crane to visitors at the Munich tradeshow.

“We want to show visitors to bauma 2013 what makes Manitowoc different, and the GMK6400 offers customers capabilities they can’t get with any other manufacturer,” he said. “Our GMK6400 has the best load chart in its class, a new drive system for the carrier never seen in this size category, and a unique self-rigging capacity enhancement Mega Wing Lift attachment.” Guangxi chairman Ye Shixiang was quoted as saying the group is confident of Kuantan Port’s prospects, given its strategic location and the facilities that The 400 t capacity GMK6400 will be the largest mobile crane on the Manitowoc booth. The first of the cranes were sent to customers around Europe in it provides. “The future development of MCKIP will rely a lot on Kuantan late 2012 for testing and monitoring as part of Manitowoc’s Pre-Production Port and with good port information, management and logistics, it will proPartner program. Under this program, customers provide comprehensive data vide for a good sustainable development of the local economy,” he said. on each crane’s performance. For the GMK6400, this process ended in early 2013 and the first production units have already been delivered. IJM Corp ceo Teh Kean Ming sees the partnership doubling Kuantan Port’s current throughput of 15m tonnes by 2015 when the first phase of the expansion is completed. Work on the new port will begin in early 2014 and the first The GMK6400 offers the best lifting capability of any six-axle mobile crane and includes a self-rigging Mega Wing Lift capacity-enhancing attachment. phase will cost about MYR1.5bn. IJM holds a 60% stake in the partnership while Guangxi holds the rest, which it is acquiring from IJM’s wholly-owned Main boom on the GMK6400 is 60 m and when working with its luffing jib, the crane can perform lifts no other six-axle or even seven-axle crane can subsidiary Road Builder (M) Holdings Bhd. currently achieve. There is a new, wider carrier cab, and the crane’s design has a single engine source : seatrade-asia.com driving both the carrier and powering the superstructure. This reduces its overall weight and improves fuel economy.

DCT Gdansk, the most rapidly growing gateway to Central-Eastern Europe and Russia, is proud to announce that January 2013 was record breaking. The total of handled volume was 106k TEU. DCT’s success is even greater as it is the firsttime that any Polish container terminal achieved such a result. DCT wants to maintain its rapid development and, thus, signed this morning a lease agreement with Port Authority of Gdansk to confirm and finalize the previously announced plans of creating DCT2. When, at the beginning of 2016, DCT 2 terminal will be fully operational, the total capacity of DCT and DCT2 will comprise of up to 4 million TEU.

source : cranehotline.com

DCT Gdansk is still developing

Boris Wenzel, CEO of DCT Gdansk, comments: ‘I am pleased that DCT begins the year of 2013 with such a success. It reassures me that the decision concerning DCT’s investments in further development was correct. I am confident that DCT’s track of success and its reputation for delivering results for its clients will continue.’ Upon signing the lease agreement for DCT 2 with Port Authority of Gdansk, Boris Wenzel will step down from DCT to take over a senior management position in Noatum Ports in Spain. source : dctgdansk.com www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

General Dynamics Awarded $27 Million to Support Los Angeles International Airport Security Systems General Dynamics Information Technology, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), was awarded

Oman airport reopens after crash landing Oman’s Muscat International Airport has reopened after closing on Monday because a Pakistan International Airlines plane crash-landed on the runway, the airport said on Tuesday.

a contract by the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles World Airports, to enhance the closed circuit television (CCTV) and video management and storage Flight PK25-259, a Boeing 737-700 flying from Sialkot to Muscat carrying system at the Los Angeles International Airport. The contract has a potential 107 people on board, suffered a collapsed landing gear when landing on the value of $27.3 million over three years. runway in Muscat at 13:25 local time, the Aviation Herald reported. General Dynamics will design, install, configure and integrate a state-of-theart CCTV, video management and storage system which includes more than 2,500 interior and exterior cameras, as well as 120 workstations throughout the airport. The system will integrate with the airport’s existing network, delivering digital storage and streaming video to security stations airportwide. The CCTV and video management system will also integrate with airport alarms, sensors, audio feeds and a computer-aided dispatch system. In addition, General Dynamics will train more than 120 users. “General Dynamics has supported several critical programs for the Los Angeles Airport over the past five years,” said Edward Hudson, vice president and general manager of General Dynamics Information Technology’s Network and Mission Systems sector. “We will leverage our knowledge of the Los Angeles Airport systems and protocols to deliver an integrated video surveillance system that enhances local and national security for more than 61 million passengers annually.” Previous projects with the Los Angeles World Airports include relocating the Los Angeles Airport IT hub, integrating the existing video monitoring system into the Los Angeles World Airports systems and implementing video streams via the Los Angeles World Airports’ IP network. The Los Angeles International Airport is the sixth busiest passenger airport in the world and third in the United States. The airport has nine passenger terminals and occupies approximately 3,500 acres about 15 miles southwest of the Los Angeles central business district. source : gdit.com / photo : progressivemediagroup

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No injuries were reported, although the aircraft suffered substantial damage its main gear, wing and engine. All departures and arrivals at Muscat International Airport were cancelled until Tuesday afternoon. source : arabiansupplychain.com

Changi Airport Group (CAG) released its initial plans for the development of Changi Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4) and its proposal to enhance the capacity of the airfield to provide for more aircraft parking stands. These infrastructure investments will ensure that Changi Airport is well positioned to remain a major global aviation hub, ready to meet the challenges of growing passenger and aircraft traffic in the years ahead. In the following weeks, CAG will engage selected airport partners and members of the airline community operating at Changi on the T4 development and airfield enhancement plans. T4 to serve both full service and low cost carriers T4, with a planned capacity of 16 million passenger movements a year, will raise Changi Airport’s handling capacity to 82 million a year1. It will ensure that, even as traffic grows, the passenger experience at Changi is not compromised. The new terminal, to be built on the old Budget Terminal Infrastructure investments at Changi Airport to prepare for future growth site, will be a two-storey building with a height of 25 metres and a gross floor area of about 160,000 square metres. To cater to the future needs of airlines as their business models evolve, T4 will be designed with the flexibility to meet the operational needs of both regional full service and low cost carriers. It will primarily handle narrow body aircraft and be designed to enable quick turnaround of flights. The airside transfer of passengers and baggage between T4 and the other terminals will also be provided for. T4 will have a look, feel and ambience comparable to Terminals 1 and 2. Importantly, it will offer what passengers wanted more of in the Budget Terminal – passenger-friendly facilities and attractive commercial offerings. To enhance passenger convenience, accessibility and experience, especially in adverse weather conditions, aerobridges will be available at T4’s boarding gates. Road improvements will be made to ensure smooth traffic flow to and from the terminal. These will include a new road to funnel outgoing traffic directly from T4 onto the East Coast Parkway. A multi-storey car park with spaces for 1,200 vehicles will be constructed next to the terminal.

will be increased by 24% to more than 180. With the additional built-up and paved surfaces, major drainage works will also be undertaken – including the construction of a new reservoir – to prevent flooding in the event of torrential rainfall. Continuing Changi’s success as a global air hub The estimated budget for the T4 building is about S$600 million with another S$680 million estimated for the construction of additional parking stands as well as supporting airfield infrastructure, security requirements, specialised airport systems, ancillary buildings, and road and drainage works. CAG will release more details of T4’s design in due course. Construction of T4 will begin this year with the terminal expected to be ready in 2017. Mr Lee Seow Hiang, CAG’s Chief Executive Officer, said, “Throughout its history, Changi Airport has always stayed ahead of its capacity needs. This approach has underpinned Changi’s success as an air hub – an airport that passengers love and airlines appreciate. “Along with the measures announced by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore to improve runway capacity, our infrastructure investments over the next four to five years lay the groundwork for us to continue delivering a great Changi Experience and attracting more airlines to fly to Changi Airport. We are excited about these projects and look forward to their successful completion with the support of our many partners.”

Focus on improving productivity and efficiency In light of expected manpower challenges that Changi Airport’s groundhandlers and service partners will face, T4 will feature initiatives to increase productivity of resources and improve efficiency of processes. For instance, departure and arrival immigration control as well as pre-boarding security screening will be centralised for more efficient deployment of manpower and equipment. In line with the trend of self-service options at airports around the world, T4 source : changiairportgroup.com will provide more kiosks for self check-in, self bag-tagging and self bag-drops. As use of these options increases, airlines and their groundhandling agents will be able to reduce processing times and staffing required for each flight, improving productivity. The streamlining of processes at key touch points including check-in, immigration and security through the use of technology and fast and seamless travel initiatives is being explored to make T4 more user friendly to passengers. Unlike at the former Budget Terminal, baggage sortation at T4 will be fully automated, again to reduce reliance on scarce manpower. The baggage handling system will also be equipped with the latest technology to enable heavy and odd sized bags to be handled with ease even by older workers. Airfield capacity to be increased Concurrent with the development of T4, major airfield works will also be undertaken at Changi Airport to increase the number of aircraft parking stands to support the needs of all airlines operating at Changi. A 38-hectare land plot south of Terminal 3, housing the airport nursery as well as a reservoir, will be converted into an aircraft parking area to house 17 narrow-body and nine wide-body aircraft stands. An overhead vehicular bridge across Airport Boulevard will be constructed to enable buses and other airside vehicles to move from T4 to these aircraft stands. Including new aircraft stands to be constructed at the T4 site, the number of parking stands at Changi Airport

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Cargo up 144% at Dubai World Central Dubai Airports, which owns and manages the operation and development of both of Dubai’s airports, said that last year Dubai World Central’s averlast year handled almost one and a half times more air freight than passed age monthly air cargo volumes totalled 18,258 tonnes compared with 7,477 tonnes recorded during the airport’s first full year of operations in 2011. Cargo through its hangars in 2011. transit traffic comprised 44,052 tonnes or 20 per cent of volumes. Dubai World Central’s results come as the International Air Transport Association (Iata) reported global air freight markets had rebounded strongly in No- Dubai International, the world’s third busiest airport in terms of international vember last year, expanding by 1.6 per cent after a 2.6 per cent year-on-year passenger and cargo traffic, handled 2,279,624 tonnes of air freight last year. decline in October. According to Iata figures out yesterday, Middle East carriers’ freight showed Dubai Airports, which runs Dubai World Central, yesterday announced traffic the strongest year-on-year growth of any region, up 16 per cent last year, on statistics that showed the airport handled 219,092 tonnes of air freight dur- just a 6.1 per cent rise in capacity. Load factor surged to 46.7 per cent, up 4 ing its second full calendar year of freight operations, an increase of 144 per percentage points. cent over 2011. “November brought some positive signs for air transport demand, particularly Aircraft movements almost doubled over 2011, with 16,317 movements for for air cargo,” said Tony Tyler, Iata’s director general and chief executive. “It the year, up 99 per cent from 8,198 recorded in 2011. Last year, more than 30 is premature to consider this a turning point for air cargo markets in terms airlines operated into Dubai World Central, predominantly as cargo charter of bouncing back and regaining lost ground. But, when coupled with positive economic developments in the US and an improvement in business confioperations. Of these 15 were scheduled services. dence in recent months, the conditions are aligning to see a return to growth “Less than three years after its opening Dubai World Central is fast emerging in 2013. In 2013 we expect that cargo volumes will grow 1.4 per cent, and as a significant cargo airport in the region,” said Paul Griffiths, the chief ex- passenger traffic will increase by 4.5 per cent worldwide.” ecutive of Dubai Airports. “That emergence is set to continue as airlines take advantage of the airport’s facilities, road feeder service to Dubai International Other Dubai World Central figures showed that general aviation traffic is also expected to pick up this year with the recent opening of the new Al Majlis and bonded link to the Jebel Ali port.” facility.To be operated in partnership with private aviation groups ExecuJet “The flexibility in operations at Dubai World Central continues to attract new and Jet Aviation, it will be within the passenger terminal building. The new Al cargo operators, with eight new airlines launching services to the airport dur- Majlis has six lounges capable of accommodating 80,000 passengers a year. ing 2012, including ZetAvia, Abakan Aiva, Silk Way Airlines, Khalton Air, Sakavia Services, Iran Aseman, Vision Air and Saudi Arabian,” said a Dubai Airports “It offers a viable alternative to business travellers by providing greater flexibility in terms of general aviation departures and arrival slots,” added Mr spokesman. Griffiths. “Its proximity to the fast-growing business area of ‘new’ Dubai is an “An increasing amount of Dubai Airports’ total cargo is projected to be han- added attraction.” dled at Dubai World Central in the years ahead with cargo volumes for both source : thenational.ae airports projected to top three million tonnes by 2015.” Dubai World Central, the UAE’s major new airport near Jebel Ali,

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with a fixed 40’ spreader; twistlocks not engaged properly; difficulty in observing what is being lifted, exacerbated by the depth of the Many container terminals will be familiar with the potential problem of lifting hold and height of gantry cranes for the latest generation of container ships; two 20’ containers override or disabling of the sensor system, either by the operator or the maintenance department (sometimes without informing the operational staff!); from a ship’s hold whilst the spreader is in 40’ mode. The TT Club has seen the ship’s manifest information being incorrect. many accidents over the years of this nature and advised operators to consider additional procedures or technology to assist in their prevention. Mitigation

TT Talk - Costly pickings: the persistent accidental twin-lift problem

The consequences of lifting two 20’ containers from a ship’s hold whilst the spreader is in 40’ mode (which means that only the corner castings at the outside ends of the two containers are attached to the spreader) are almost as varied as the causes, but almost always will be disruptive and expensive to resolve. The TT Club has seen dozens of such incidents; when it raised the issue at the recent ICHCA Expert Panel (IEP) meeting it was immediately recognised as a frequent problem by the broad selection of operational safety experts from around the globe. Consequences

Spreaders designed for twin-lift will almost always have sensors installed to identify the offending gaps between the 20’ containers (known as ‘TTDS’ or Twin Twenty Detection Systems), although a standard single lift 40’ spreader may well not have any sensors installed. However, it is recognised that the current sensors are not foolproof. In particular, there are limitations in the sensing capability for open top units and tank containers, which can result in false alerts. Furthermore, there can be problems arising from a number of other factors, including adverse weather, such as snow and high wind. Also, the current sensors can be susceptible to certain colours on containers and reflections.

The two containers may break loose fully and fall back into the hold, damaging other containers and cargo, perhaps piercing the tank top with the resultant clean-up and potential environmental impact. In one case handled by the Club, declared dangerous goods spewed from one of the containers, seeping into the hold and contaminating foodstuffs in other units. It could as easily have been a flexitank loaded with, say, latex, which would be costly to cleanse. In addition, it is probable that the spreader will be written off and possible damage to hoist cables. It is likely that the ship will claim for damage to the cell guides and demurrage.

The number of instances where it has transpired that the system has been overridden or disabled veers towards the need for clear and enforced procedures; as has frequently been said, technology should not be seen as replacing considered and applied procedural control.

A selection of the causes that have been seen can be summarised as:

source : ttclub.com

The Club and the ICHCA Expert Panel have raised the matter with the PEMA (Port Equipment Manufacturers Association) Safety Committee; a number of solutions are being investigated further to deal with the inconsistencies of the current sensors or find additional controls. Furthermore, consideration is being given to placing any override mechanism in the crane’s machine room, The direct costs frequently exceed USD250,000 and many have resulted in with visual and audible warnings in the operator’s cabin, to preclude casual or claims for multiples of this. mistaken disabling of the system. As an alternative, one TT Club case handler mooted the possibility of marking the top of 20’ units conspicuously to act as Even where the crane operator is alerted to the problem and halts the lift, a visual alert to operators – the idea (nicknamed ‘George Cross’) was passed operations will be severely disrupted whilst personnel are lowered into the on to the relevant ISO Technical Committee for consideration. hold to fit chains to at least the inner corner castings of the containers so that they can be lifted or lowered safely. This operation can be complex and In the meantime, all operators should be alert to the reality that this happens require great ingenuity – one remediation took 42 hours to complete and that all too frequently and will be costly when it does. Many operators have a led to considerable uninsured cost for the operator, in addition to the ship’s policy of ensuring that sensors are installed on all spreaders (both fixed and demurrage claim. twin-lift), but it is clear that procedures need to be in place as a safety net since there is not a single root cause except the timely vigilance of human Causes observation and intervention.

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the forward stern thruster tunnel which caused the ingress of water.

Emma Maersk faces months out of service

The water flooded the engine room which consequently led to the loss of main engine power, and Emma Maersk was towed to the quay at Suez Canal Container Terminal. No risk of danger

Palle Laursen, Head of Ship Management for Maersk Line, shares While it is still unclear what caused the damage, Palle rules out any human erthe latest update on the Emma Maersk incident that took place in the Suez Canal Friday evening. He explains that the investigation is still ongoing, and that repairs will take time.

ror by the crew. “The crew handled the situation very well and did exactly what they should at all stages,” he says.

“The E-class has been sailing well since 2006, and the thrusters are used at every port call,” Palle adds, stressing that for now it is seen as an isolated incident. Initial inspections by divers show that the water ingress was caused by dam“Until we know the exact reason, however, we have as a precautionary measure age to one of the stern thrusters. Thrusters are used for improving the vessels instructed the other vessels in the E-class fleet not to use their stern thrusters.” manoeuvrability and consist of a shaft tunnel fitted with a propeller delivering sideways thrust. It is now known that several propeller blades have broken off At no point was Emma Maersk in danger of sinking. Naval architects have conand there is severe damage to the propeller mounting, resulting in a crack in

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firmed that a fully loaded E-class vessel can sustain full flooding of the engine room and still stay afloat. Large container vessels have a natural better stability All this may sound simple enough, but there are several uncertainties, says than smaller vessels.Had the incident occurred at sea, it would have been a Palle. It is still unclear whether a full dry-dock operation is needed, for instance. Even if it can be done while the vessel is waterborne, there is the quesmatter of getting an oceangoing tugboat in place to assist. tion of location: is Suez suitable for the operation, or is it necessary to tow the vessel to another location? Fixing a hole Making Emma Maersk seaworthy again is a complicated process, and Palle ad- These and other questions will be determined during the coming days and weeks. Cargo operations and customer relations continue according to plan to mits it is probably a matter of months before she can enter service again. minimise the disruption as much as possible. The first priority is to preserve the equipment, which ironically means keeping it submerged for the time being. Due to its exposure to salt water, any contact Meanwhile, the crew have been offered the opportunity to talk with a crisis with oxygen will result in corrosion. So the plan is to have underwater welders psychologist, and those who wish to sign off have been allowed to do so. plug the hole before lifting the vessel further, after which the remaining cargo onboard will be unloaded, water will be pumped out, and the equipment will source : maerskline.com be washed with fresh water, dismantled and retrofitted. www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

Damen joins forces with Hartel Shipping and Hudig & Veder

Cost efficiency For cost effective reasons those involved have chosen for relatively lower tonnage vessels. “Costs of those are many times lower than of deploying 10,000 tonnes carriers calling ports”, Hartel Shipping MD John Brobbel observes. “It is obvious that smaller vessels can call at smaller ports, although those of ours also call the ports of Antwerp, Hamburg and ports in the Baltic, starting from Rotterdam.” In fact, customers in the niche market that Hartel Shipping and Hudig & Veder serve have rewarded the joined tailor-made work of both client and shipyard.

Brobbel mentions that the shipbuilder has really paid attention to the remarks of those who assigned newbuilding, the remarks of technical manager Peter Kroezen of Kroezen Shipsupport in particular. Besides the Hoogvliet, he also DAMEN Shipyards Group daughter Damen Shipyards Bergum can be proud was involved in the newbuilding of the three other vessels in the series. of the delivery Series delivered of Damen Combi Freighter 3850 ‘Hoogvliet’. The carrier for oversized cargo was launched at Cruise Terminal Rotterdam last Saturday by lady sponsor Annefleur Janssen. She is the daughter of one of the participants of the business alliance, which will deploy the vessel in European waters. The main participants are Hartel Shipping and Hudig & Veder. Both have expressed their satisfaction with the way Damen Shipyards Bergum met their specific demands. Business concept

Earlier Damen delivered the Geervliet, the Heenvliet and the Haringvliet, and recently the Hoogvliet, which has a DWT of 3,800 tonnes, 8.43 metres hull height and a tween deck on half height. The client was involved in the newbuilding of the Haringvliet and the Hoogvliet from a very early stage, thus being able to make its requirements known from the start. The result of the joined efforts is that Damen Shipyards Bergum together with Hartel Shipping and Hudig & Veder provided made-to-measure work, delivered at a competitive price.

In that respect Damen sales manager Bouma mentions optimising the design of the Hoogvliet through fitting tween decks to achieve maximum efficiency, maximum fuel capacity, a larger bow thruster for improved manoeuvrability and a larger crew accommodation thus providing more space and comfort for the crew. Damen aims at the maximum to think along with the client about adjusting certain aspects on board already deployed vessels. Bouma in conclusion: “One can think of economical use of fuel, anticipation of legislation for treatment of ballast water, complying with emission directives and related Hudig & Veder MD and owner Lex Fontein says that the added value of the issues. We provide the conditions for our customers to be geared up for the LP construction consists of the participants and their input of knowhow and future, through technique and completion of our product.” knowledge from an international perspective of the trade, and their easy-going collaboration. The participants of the limited partnership are a leading steve- source : damen.nl dore, a shipper and others with affinity for the maritime industry. In turn, the shipbuilder’s sales manager Remko Bouma acclaims the unique collaboration between an ‘old’ company such as Hudig & Veder and Hartel Shipping and their expert logistics stakeholders, thus providing the proper conditions for tailor-made production and delivery. Damen’s customer has chosen for a compact limited partnership (LP) structure to invest in a series of four carriers to be deployed in parcel service for the oversized cargo industry to carry smaller volume project cargo.

Boskalis update on purchase of Dockwise shares Royal Boskalis Westminster N.V. (“Boskalis”) announces that it has acquired 659,869 ordinary shares in Dockwise (the Shares) in the course of trading today. All these Shares were acquired through Euronext Amsterdam and were purchased at an average price of EUR 18.50 per Share with a maximum price of EUR 18.50 per Share (which equals NOK 137.60). Boskalis now holds at total of 16,722,812 Shares, representing approximately 42% of the Shares. Together with the irrevocable commitments obtained by Boskalis, more than 92% of the Shares is already acquired by, or committed to, Boskalis. source : boskalis.com

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Bahri Expands its Fleet by Receiving a New Vessel The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri) announced that it received its first newly built Roll-on/Roll-off Container (RoCon) vessel from Hyundai MIPO on 5th of February 2013 in South Korea. This is the first of six sophisticated vessels that Bahri contracted Hyundai MIPO to build it in order to replace the existing vessels and expand in general cargo segment. Bahri is an internationally renowned shipping conglomerate specialized in the transportation of oil & gas, chemicals, general cargo and dry bulk. It also services the rapidly growing petroleum, chemical and infrastructure sectors of the Kingdom. These new vessels are built at Hyundai’s MIPO Dockyard in Korea for a price of USD $70 million for each vessel which have been designed for ultimate efficiency and performance. On this occasion, Bahri CEO, Engr. Saleh Al-Jasser said: “This is an important milestone in Bahri’s history and is directly in line with our comprehensive expansion strategy in the shipping sector. The arrival of these new world-class vessels confirms Bahri’s commitment to operational excellence and its capability to provide its service with high efficiency and strengthen its position as a leading service provider in the logistics & shipping industry.” The new RoCon vessels are specialized in carrying general and project cargo and several other types of RoRo cargo. These vessels are equipped with loading bridge with a capacity of 250 tons and heavy lift cranes with a capacity of 240 tons enabling them to load different type of goods. With deadweight of 26,000 tons each, these vessels are unique in their smaller size compared to the current fleet and have more cargo lifting capabilities with lower fuel consumption. It is estimated that these lighter weight new vessels will consume 45% less fuel thereby decreasing the fuel cost.

Nine Vessels Selected as the Best Ships of 2012 Nine Vessels built by DSME were selected as the best ships of 2012. As a result of this year’s achievement, DSME has now had more than nine ships selected for the fifth consecutive year. The world’s four biggest magazines exclusively dedicated to shipbuilding and shipping select the best vessels annually. Four ships were chosen as significant ships of 2012 by the UK magazine ‘Naval Architect’ and two ships were selected by ‘Fairplay Solution’. The ‘Marine Log’ and the ‘Maritime Reporter’, both from USA, each chose three ships as their distinctive ships of 2012. The highest ranking ships were four crude oil carriers and three containerships. One product carrier and one passenger ship was also selected. ‘CMA CGM Marco Polo’ was selected by all three magazines. She is 397m long, 53.6m wide, and able to be loaded with 16,020 TEU containers. It is currently the world’s biggest container ship so last year BBC and other members of the press focused on her first entry to Southampton’s port.

‘Tanit’, a roll-on/roll-off passenger ferry was selected by two magazines. It pocesses a shopping center, restaurant, swimming pool, play equipment, and cafe. Bahri’s remaining five vessels are under construction and it expects to start It is possible for this ship to transport up to 3,500 passengers including crew receiving one vessel every three months until March 2014. and 1,060 cars. source : zawya.com

Finnlines Plc refers to the release of the Customs of today at 10:00 hours concerning the container containing spare parts of tanks loaded on board MV Finnsun in St. Petersburg on 20.12.2012 on her way via the port of Kotka to the port of Antwerp, Belgium. The real state of the cargo being military vehicle equipment and the final destination in Syria was detected in Antwerp on the 3rd of January based on the normal re-checking procedure of the contents of the cargoes on board. According to Regulations of the Council of the European Union concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Syria, it is prohibited to transfer or export arms and related material of all types to Syria.

The diverse selection of the best global ships has provided further evidence that vessels built by DSME are world-class. Since the first ship, the ‘Bow Pioneer’, was selected as the best ship in 1982, DSME has produced 131 of the world’s best ships over the past 30 years. source : dsme.co.kr

Spare parts of tanks loaded on board MV Finnsun in St. Petersburg

Therefore the cargo was not unloaded in Antwerp and under Finnish law Finnlines could not take the container back to St. Petersburg. Finnlines decided immediately to keep the container on board and bring it back to Helsinki for discharge and delivery the cargo promptly to the Finnish Customs. Finnlines immediately requested the Finnish Customs to restrain the cargo and an inspection was conducted at the port of Vuosaari in Helsinki on the 9th of January 2013. Finnish Customs have been given all information on the cargo during the transit of

the vessel from St. Petersburg to Antwerp and is giving all assistance to the Customs in the investigations. source : finnlines.com

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DNV and PSE report on ship carbon capture and storage

Det Norske Veritas (DNV), a leading classification society, and Process Systems Enterprise Ltd. (PSE), a global provider of advanced process modelling technology, today have released the results of the Maritime CCS (carbon capture and storage) research and development project. The project has successfully developed a concept design for on-board chemical CO2 capture. The system consists of a chemical absorption plant that separates CO2 from flue gases, a liquefaction unit where the captured CO2 is compressed and condensed using a refrigerant and two storage tanks where the liquid CO2 product is temporarily stored until discharge into transmission and storage infrastructures at the next suitable port. The results show that the concept is technically feasible and capable of reducing ship CO2 emissions by up to 65%. For a VLCC tanker, this could correspond to capturing more than 70,000 tonnes of CO2 per year, transforming them from emissions to a tradable product.

The tanker Stena Sunrise named in South Korea January 31st the Suezmax tanker Stena Sunrise was named at the Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) shipyard in Geoje, South Korea. The vessel is the last in a series of seven units and is owned by Stena Bulk. The Stena Sunrise is a third generation, fuelefficient Suezmax and, like the other tankers in the series, will be employed on the spot market via Stena Sonangol Suezmax Pool. She was delivered on 30 January and will sail with a cargo of gas oil from Asia to Europe.

A number of international guests had gathered together with representatives of SHI and the Stena Group at the shipyard in Geoje to attend the naming ceremony. The Stena Sunrise’s godmother was Inge Widjaja, married to Franky O “In response to more stringent environmental regulations and complex mar- Widjaja, owner of Indonesian Golden Agri (GAR). ket conditions, we see an increased demand for innovative solutions towards higher efficiency and greener operations,” says Dr. Nikolaos Kakalis, Head of The Stena Sunrise is the last vessel in a series built at SHI and ordered at the DNV Research & Innovation Greece. “Our R&D activities, such as the carbon beginning of 2010. “The seven sisters”, each representing an investment of just under SEK 500 million, were projected by Stena Bulk. capture initiative which is completely new in the field of maritime transportation, pave the future towards next-generation solutions for achieving The seven sister ships, all of which have now been delivered, are the Stena Sumore energy-efficient, environmentally friendly and sustainable maritime perior (owned by Stena Bulk), the Stena Suède (Stena Bulk), the Montespertransportation”. anza (Spanish Ibaizabal Tankers), the MonteStena (Ibaizabal Tankers), the Stena Supreme (Concordia Maritime), the AST Sunshine (joint venture between Prof. Costas Pantelides, Managing Director of PSE, says “This has been a challenging design problem with tight constraints. Applying a model-based Japanese Asahi Tankers and Stena Bulk) and the Stena Sunrise (Stena Bulk). engineering approach has been key to exploring the process decision space rapidly and effectively, and developing technically feasible and economically Together with SHI, Stena Teknik has been responsible for the development of the new ship model, where the focus has been on energy efficiency. The viable solutions.” vessel’s technical equipment and design mean that fuel consumption can be Maritime CO2 emissions are estimated at over 1000 million tonnes per year, reduced by up to 10-15 percent compared with standard tonnage. As a result, fuel consumption can be reduced by 4-6 thousand litres per day thus saving or 3% of total emissions, and are expected to reach 2000 to 3000m tonnes by 2050. The UK government has included maritime emissions in the reduc- USD 3-4,000/day. tion targets set by the Climate Change Bill, and the International Maritime Organisation is expected to drive a reduction in emissions from international “Like Stena Teknik, we are very satisfied with the collaboration with the Samsung shipyard, which has characterised both the development and producshipping. Because ship emissions are concentrated – unlike other forms of transport – the potential to capture CO2 at source has been the key focus of tion of this tanker series. Besides the generally good quality delivered by the shipyard, we have together achieved our fuel efficiency target, which was the the project. single most important objective”, says Erik Hånell, President and CEO of Stena The Maritime CCS project was jointly financed by the two partners, the UK’s Bulk, in a comment. Technology Strategy Board and the Research Council of Norway under the The Stena Sonangol Suezmax Pool is controlled by Stena Bulk and the AngoEUROSTARS initiative. The project took into account the unique challenges lan state-owned oil company Sonangol. The pool currently consists of around posed by the maritime environment – constant movement, limited space and access to utilities, stringent safety requirements and the need for energy thirty fuel-efficient Suezmax tankers and the average age of the fleet is about three years. Stena Bulk’s offices in Houston, Gothenburg, Rio de Janeiro and efficiency. Singapore are responsible for the operation and chartering of the vessels in the pool. source : dnv.com source : cisionwire.com

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Pallas Extends Charter Contract for MV Pallas Ocean (Sweden)

G6 Alliance Expands Cooperation to Trans-Pacific Trade A year after the G6 Alliance was formed, creating one of the largest vessel networks in the Asia-to-Europe trade lane, the six member lines have agreed to expand their cooperation to the Asia-toNorth America East Coast trade. The G6 Alliance will deploy more than 50 ships in the Trans-Pacific trade Pallas Group have extended the time charter contract for MV Pallas Ocean calling at almost 30 ports in Asia, North America East Coast, Canada, Cen- which ended January 31, 2013. The new contract runs until December 31, tral America, Caribbean, Indian Sub-continent, Mediterranean and the Middle 2013. East. MV Pallas Ocean will continue transport bulk for Thun companies industry “Our cooperation in the Asia-to-Europe market has successfully provided clients, especially Akzo Nobel. customers with comprehensive service coverage as well as operating efficiencies,“ member carriers said in a statement. “This new agreement will bring This will be the sixed year that MV Pallas Ocean sails for Thun in the ownerthe same winning formula to the Asia-to-North America East Coast trade and ship of Pallas. The parties have also agreed of a raise of 4 % against last year, which is considerably more than the index. benefit shippers trading in this key trade lane.“ The new partnership is scheduled to begin in May 2013 with six coordinated source : rov-pilot.com services connecting Asian and North America East Coast ports. Three of the services will transit via the Suez Canal while the remaining three via the Panama Canal. René Berkvens, CEO Damen Shipyards Group, says: “The Shipdock Member carriers said the new cooperation will be characterized by competitive yards bring added value to Damen, both separately in their own martransit times, broad port coverage and efficient containerships. The six coordikets and regions and as a whole – together they have ample experience nated services will offer an increased sailing frequency than what is currently in shipbuilding, ship repair, conversion and steel construction. Damen offered by both The New World Alliance and the Grand Alliance combined. is an established player in the shiprepair industry and we are determined to become even better. That’s why we’ve recently founded a The six loops are the result of the merger and revision of several existing sernew division, Damen Shiprepair & Conversion, in which all our repair vices separately offered by the two alliances. It also includes an entirely new yards will be represented and organised efficiently.” service to form a comprehensive and competitive Trans-Pacific network. “Shipdock and its 130 employees are welcomed most heartily within The G6 Alliance members are: Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, APL, Hapag-Lloyd, our repair & conversion division. The integration into Damen can only Hyundai Merchant Marine, Nippon Yusen Kaisha and Orient Overseas Conbe done with a motivated workforce. I, for my part, am confident that tainer Line. they will live up to their motto: ‘Going the extra yard’!“ source : maritime-executive.com

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Damen Shipyards Group acquires Shipdock As of this week, Damen Shipyards Group is the new owner of Dutch ship repair yard Shipdock. Shipdock, a well-known shipyard group with roots dating back to 1877, operates facilities in Amsterdam and Harlingen. The yard will continue its ship repair and conversion services, with Shipdock Harlingen servicing ships up to 120 m and Shipdock Amsterdam servicing vessels up to 250 m. Furthermore, its personnel and management will remain in place, guaranteeing a seamless transition of the yard into the Damen Shipyards Group, which currently consists of more than 50 shipyards, repair & conversion yards and related companies. www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

MOL joins APL China - Middle East service

Rickmers Shipmanagement gains new certification

Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) has joined with APL to offer a new service connecting China with the Middle East.

Rickmers has become the first German company operating in the maritime industry,

MOL will offer the new China – Middle East Express by joining an existing APL service. The service will be operated by six vessels with MOL contributing one boxship, the MOL Tyne.

and one of only a handful of shipping companies in the world, to achieve certification to the ISO 50001 Energy Management System standard.

The first call of the combined service will be at Ningbo by the APL Minneapolis on 11 March. The port rotation for the service is Ningbo - Shanghai – Hong Kong – Chiwan – Singapore – Jebel Ali – Abu Dhabi – Sohar – Singapore – Nansha Xiamen – Ningbo. source : setrade-asia.com

ABS Relocates Northern European Marine Operations to Hamburg

ABS, a leading provider of global classification services, announced it will relocate its Northern European regional marine operations office from London to Hamburg, Germany. “This relocation is part of ABS’ ongoing effort to place our frontline decision makers closer to our clients and be more responsive to their needs,” says ABS President and CEO Christopher J. Wiernicki. “Expanding and strengthening the key resources in the region will enhance our service delivery capability and streamline access to the ABS network of engineers and surveyors.” Wolfgang Buttgereit, Regional Vice President of Northern Europe, will lead the Hamburg team, focusing local efforts on challenges unique to the area and drawing on the extensive network of ABS resources around the globe to provide prompt and comprehensive solutions. Buttgereit, a 21-year veteran of ABS, is returning to Germany – where he previously served as Manager of ABS Germany – from his most recent assignment as Regional Vice President of Southern China. His background and experience in new construction will be a valuable contribution to ABS operations in the region. This move will bring a regional lead surveyor to Hamburg along with additional resources to support the already existing engineering office. The expansion of this office coupled with the more than 40 offices in its area, allows the ABS Northern European regional marine operations group to enhance service support to its many clients in 24 countries across the region. “Northern Europe is a key global and regional center for the maritime industry,” says ABS Europe President and COO Kirsi Tikka. “Expanding the ABS office allows us to better serve not only our clients, but the many maritime stakeholders in the region.” source : eagle.org

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Rickmers Shipmanagement received the accredited ISO 50001 certification from GL Systems Certification (GL) for its offices in Hamburg and Singapore, as well as for 10 ships from its fleet. The hand over of the certificates took place at the Rickmers head office in Hamburg on the 10th of January 2013. All audits were completed successfully in 2012 by GL auditors, with plans in place to add nine more ships in early 2013. ISO 50001 is a voluntary international standard which provides companies with a framework for developing targets and implementing policies with the aim of improving energy efficiency, quality of services and reduction of emissions. In Rickmers, ISO 50001 is seamlessly implemented into its Integrated Management System, a framework that, at present, covers the obligatory elements of ISM and ISPS, as well as the ISO standards ISO 14001 and ISO 9001. The successful implementation of the ISO 50001 standard within a period of just six months underlines the support and commitment from Rickmers’ top management to energy efficiency. “In shipping today, making more efficient use of energy is not only a key factor in a company’s strategy to reduce its impact upon the environment, but an essential part of remaining competitive and reducing bunker costs substantially,” said Björn Sprotte, Rickmers’ Global Head of Maritime Services. Last year GL Systems Certification became the first Certification Body, to receive ISO 50001 accreditation from the Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle (DAkkS). ”The ISO 50001 standard has up to this point mainly been used in industries with high energy consumption, such as manufacturing. There is a growing awareness in shipping, however, that managing onboard energy consumption is at the heart of their profitability. Through the successful implementation of the SEEMP (Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan) on vessels the achievement of ISO 50001 certification was significantly supported,” said Philipp Schwarmann, GL’s Product Manager for Energy Management. The Energy Management System in Rickmers utilises Key Performance Indicators and ship-specific baselines to ensure the continuous improvement of energy efficiency in ship operations, technical modifications, maintenance and procurement. Best practices and lessons learnt are circulated across ships and fleets. “Ensuring efficient communication between the ship, office fleet team and top management has become one of the main focus points for our energy efficiency program. Overall awareness of energy efficiency and transparency of the developed system are crucial,” said Sebastian Sala, Energy Efficiency, Rickmers Shipmanagement. source : cnss.com.cn

M.V. “NEW EXPEDITION”, 174,600 DWT Type Bulk Carrier Delivered New Design

Deadweight 176,387 metric tons Main Engine MITSUI-MAN B&W Diesel Engine 6S70MC-C x1set Maximum Continuous Output 18,660 kW x 91rpm Service Speed 15.5 knots Complement 27 persons Classification Society NK Flag Panama Date of Delivery February 1st, 2013 Special Features:

Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (MES with President Mr. Ya- 1. In spite of cargo holds bounded by a double-side skin according to SOLAS, the cargo capacity of the ship is equivalent to that of conventional Cape-size suhiko Katoh) completed and delivered bulk carriers with holds bounded by a single-side skin. 174,600 dwt type bulk carrier, MV “NEW EXPEDITION” (MES HULL No. 2. The vessel is designed in accordance with IACS Common Structural Rules. 1825) at its Chiba Works on February 1st, 2013 to Salute Maritime S.A., Pan- As a result, structural safety and operational flexibility are improved. 3. Suitable arrangement of means of access required by SOLAS enables safe ama. and effective inspection in cargo holds and ballast tanks. This ship is the 11th ship of the designed Cape-size Bulk Carrier of Dunker- 4. Improvement of safety has been achieved by installation of a forecastle and que-max Type(*). It enables effective cargo handling, easy maintenance of by application of new requirements concerning reserve buoyancy to the ship. cargo holds and structural safety by adopting a double-side skin to cargo holds 5. Main Engine of the ship is MITSUI-MAN B&W Diesel Engine 6S70MC-C, which satisfies IMO Environment Standards for Exhaust Gas and achieves construction. improvement of fuel saving by optimum matching at normal service output. An electronic controlled cylinder oiling system is applied to the main engine (*) Cape-size Bulk Carrier of Dunkerque-max type: A common name for the Cape-size Bulk Carrier accommodated to the restric- achieving operational cost saving. 6. Ballasting and de-ballasting work can be efficiently made by separation of tion of the port of Dunkerque, France. topside tank and bottom side tank. 7. Ballast Water Treatment System is installed on board for protection of maPrincipal Particulars: rine environment. 8. IMO PSPC(Performance Standard for Protective Coatings) is applied for Length overall 292.00 m water ballast tanks to improve the quality and effectiveness of the coatings. Length (between perpendiculars) 282.00 m source : mes.co.jp / photo : shipbuildingtribune Breadth (molded) 44.98 m Depth (molded) 24.70 m Gross Tonnage 92,382

Dockwise Ltd : Dockwise Vanguard started maiden trip Following sea trials during the past few weeks, Dockwise now confirms the delivery of Dockwise Vanguard. The vessel has left the yard of Hyundai Heavy Industries (“HHI”) this morning and started its maiden trip. Dockwise Vanguard will sail to the Samsung Heavy Industries (“SHI”) yard in Korea to pick up the giant hull of the Jack / St Malo semi-submersible floating production facility for transportation to the US Gulf of Mexico. “We are pleased to see Dockwise Vanguard leave the yard following a delivery without a single LTI (Lost Time Incident), on schedule for its maiden trip for one of our key customers. As said before, we are confident that that the Vanguard will rapidly earn its place in the market and has the potential to create a new market of its own”, comments André Goedée, Dockwise’s CEO. source : dockwise.com

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RAILWAYS

Metrolink to receive $34.66 million in AQMD funding for lowemission Tier 4 locomotives The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Governing Board committed

New operator for Telford International

to support Metrolink’s procurement of up to 20 new low-emission Tier 4 locoRailfreight Park motives on Friday. At its regular monthly meeting, AQMD agreed to execute a contract with Metrolink in an amount not to exceed $34.66 million from the Europe’s largest rail freight company formally takes over as the new operator Carl Moyer Program to help fund the project. of the Telford International Railfreight Park on February 1. “Metrolink as an agency is excited and appreciative to the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board for its decision to partner with us in securing Tier 4 locomotives,” said Metrolink Board Chair and San Bernardino Mayor Pat Morris. “Just as AQMD is committed to protecting the health of residents through air quality control, Metrolink is dedicated to lowering regional emissions by removing vehicles from our freeways and operating the most environmentally responsible technology.”

DB Schenker Rail has been appointed through formal EU Procurement after Telford & Wrekin Council consulted with railfreight industry experts on how to boost business opportunities via the railfreight park. The aim is to encourage even more local businesses to get on board and take up the opportunity to use this unique facility that is on their door step.

The link with DB Schenker will also support the council’s ambition to attract In an effort that will benefit all of Southern California, Tier 4 locomotives are even more companies to relocate to Telford; helping to enhance the borough’s expected to reduce particulate matter and nitrogen oxide emissions by over 80 reputation as a top business destination. percent compared to current Tier 0 locomotive engines. Metrolink is the first commuter rail system in the country to procure the new Tier 4 locomotives. Councillor Charles Smith, cabinet member for Housing, Regeneration and Economic Development, said: “DB Schenker is a key global player in the The investment will allow for the removal of Tier 0 locomotives over an apmulti modal freight market and we are delighted that they are about to take proximate three-year period. As part of this contract, Metrolink will also work over the operation of the terminal. with AQMD in the development of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) locomotive. “This is the appointment of a major company to take the facility forward and Morris, on behalf of Metrolink, expressed how thankful he was to AQMD for is just one more example of Telford & Wrekin Council as a dynamic business the funding. He also conveyed gratitude to the various community groups, supporting authority that is working to attract inward investment. non-profit organizations and elected officials that supported this initiative. “I look forward to the terminal being used a lot more in the years to come as Additional funds requested by Metrolink are contingent upon reauthorization DB Schenker Rail develops a strategy that enables major local businesses to of the Carl Moyer Program and will be considered by AQMD at a future date. use it effectively.” The Metrolink Board of Directors authorized the agency to procure up to 20 David Legge, Business Manager Logistics for DB Schenker Rail UK, said: Tier 4 locomotives at its December 14, 2012 meeting. The project total is not“Terminals are crucial for the development of rail freight services, and the to-exceed $129.4 million. facility at Telford is a unique opportunity to increase volumes moved by rail rather than road. The first three demonstration locomotives are scheduled to be complete in the fall of 2015. “DB Schenker Rail is proud to have been awarded the contract to operate and manage the terminal and by working with Telford & Wrekin Council we aim The locomotive upgrades will have system-wide benefits and help reduce to make it a success. emissions in the surrounding communities. In addition, these locomotives will have greater horsepower that can increase capacity by adding more train cars “We will integrate the terminal at Telford into our existing terminal network to a set. throughout the UK, in order to maximise growth in volumes handled at the facility.” source : metrolinktrains.com / photo : Downtowngal Telford International Railfreight Park was opened in June 2009 and can load or unload up to the four freight trains a day. It was funded by a combination of Telford & Wrekin Council, Advantage West Midlands, the Homes and Communities Agency and the European Regional Development Fund. source : dbschenker.co.uk / photo : fdbusiness

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Weak economy and Gotthard disruption hit Hupac volumes ÖBB Austrian State Railways set to order the first 100 regional trains for 550 million euros

SWISS intermodal operator Hupac is counting the cost of the reduced economic demand,

The Supervisory Board of Austrian State Railways (ÖBB) has authorized the disruptions to traffic on Switzerland’s Gotthard Line, and high competitive pressures from road, which collectively contributed to a 10.7% decrease in company’s Executive Board lorry trailers and swapbodies carried last year to 646,214 units. to call up the first 100 regional Desiro ML-type trainsets from a master agreement with Siemens. The contract is set to be signed after expi-ration of the Transalpine traffic, its most important business, was down by 11.1% to 428,517 stand-still period stipulated under public procurement law. Siemens had been units, with only traffic via Austria showing a very small increase of 0.7% to awarded the contract in April 2010 after one of the largest pan-European invi- 53,053 units. The decrease is attributed to lower demand due to weaker ecotations to tender for electric regional trains. The three-unit electric trainsets are nomic conditions in Europe, especially Italy, which is the major receiving marto be delivered from the end of 2015 onwards. Final production of the trains is ket for Hupac customers. to take place at the ÖBB plant in Jedlersdorf (Technical Services). The bogies Another factor was a series of disruptions on the key Gotthard line, which will come from the Siemens plant in Graz. was closed for a total of 40 days due to a landslide. Traffic was diverted to the 30 trains are destined for service with the S-Bahn (urban mass transit) in the Lötschberg route but this line also suffered delays due to construction work. Austrian capital Vienna and Lower Austria, and 70 for regional rail services in Hupac reduced its wagon fleet, tightened services and adjusted terminal caUpper Austria and in Styria. The order is worth 550 million euros. “We have pacity in the face of the drop in volumes, but as managing directed Mr Bernonce again won out in a tendering procedure with our Desiro platform. This hard Kunz stated, “Volatile markets are the new norm. We have to use every shows that our vehicle is not only optimally designed for urban short-haul opportunity to increase productivity and reduce costs. Railway companies, traffic, but also meets all the requirements of regional operations,” said Jochen operators, terminals – all of them must contribute their share. Governments also have important homework to do in terms of interoperability and market Eickholt, CEO of the Siemens Rail Systems Division. supervision.” Desiro ML-type trainsets are flexible and proven vehicles, which thanks to their con-ception as single-car trains, can be specifically adapted to the pas- Hupac warns price increases, particularly in track access, energy and wagon senger volumes concerned. With their improved drive systems, with which maintenance, could slow down the development of intermodal transport. “The it has been possible to achieve further reductions in energy compared with transport market is under a great deal of pressure. We are cautious in our forepredecessor models, they are especially environmentally friendly. The design casts for 2013,” says Kunz. of the trains too makes use of eco-logically sound materials, for example in the source : railjournal.com paint finish and internal fittings. ÖBB is opting for a basic vehicle of the Desiro ML type, comprising a three-car mul-tiple unit. The S-Bahn trains feature 244 seats, while the regional trainsets boast 259 seats. The Desiro trains can attain a top speed of 160 kilometers per hour. Conven-ient low-floor entrances guarantee obstacle-free access (without ramps) including for wheelchair users and families with strollers or baby carriages. The floor height is 600 mm. The S-Bahn vehicles feature six doors on each side, the regional trains, four. source : siemens.com

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ROAD TRANSPORT

New Mercedes-Benz Arocs construction site truck to give business a further boost in 2013 “The three new Mercedes-Benz vehicles clearly deserve a triple A rating,” said Andreas Renschler,

established more than 110 years ago, when automobiles began to supplant horse-drawn vehicles. “Our roots are here in the construction industry,” said Stefan Buchner, Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks since December 2012, at the the Daimler Board of Management Member responsible for Daimler Trucks presentation of the all-new Arocs. “Mercedes-Benz has shaped the construcand Daimler Buses, at the Arocs world premiere, which took place today in tion sector more than any other truck manufacturer. We have an above-avMunich. “The first three representatives of our heavy-duty truck platform are erage market share in nearly all areas of the construction sector. Almost half giving our global module strategy a big boost. At the same time, the all-new of the construction site trucks in Germany sport the Mercedes star on their Arocs is enabling us to bring our Euro VI offensive for heavy-duty trucks to hoods. More than two out of five Mercedes-Benz trucks sold worldwide are a close a full nine months before the new emissions limit goes into effect.” construction site vehicles.” As a result, Mercedes-Benz customers are well prepared not only with regard to timing but also with respect to the total cost of ownership. Although the The all-new Arocs is Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ third heavy-duty special vetrucks are fitted with complex Euro VI technology, the Actros, Antos, and hicle. The first was the Actros for long-haulage operations, followed by the also the new Arocs are more efficient than their predecessor models. In fact, Antos for heavy-duty distribution transportation, and now the Arocs for the fuel consumption has been reduced by up to five percent. heavy-duty construction segment. Stefan Buchner is convinced that this product strategy exactly matches the interests of today’s customers. “All-purpose The investment in the development of new vehicles is paying off. In 2012 vehicles are increasingly becoming a thing of the past,” he said. “That’s why Daimler Trucks produced almost as many vehicles in 11 months as it did in we used a common platform to develop custom-tailored vehicle series for the whole of 2011, when the division’s six truck brands (Mercedes-Benz, individual segments.” Fuso, Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built Buses, and BharatBenz) manufactured approximately 426,000 vehicles. “Daimler Trucks substanThis product strategy is already beginning to pay off for the Actros. “To date, tially increased sales in 2012, despite volatile markets,” said Renschler. we have sold more than 16.000 units of the new Actros truck in Europe,” “We want to grow this year as well, especially in the second half of the year. Buchner said. “One-third of these trucks feature Euro VI technology. It was We are benefiting from our global business model. Although the debt crisis mainly due to the Actros that no other manufacturer sold more tractors in hampered markets in Europe, Mercedes-Benz was able to buck the general Europe last year than we did.” trend, thanks, in part, to the model offensive spearheaded by the new Actros. In Germany, three out of four new Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks are already The construction industry has a lot of catching-up to do being ordered with Euro VI technology.” Andreas Renschler, Head of Daimler Trucks, predicts that the all-new Arocs Arocs to be launched on the market in mid-2013 will have a bright future. “The commercial vehicle business will continue to grow globally,” he said. “This is due, in part, to the construction industry, Beginning in May 2013, the new Mercedes-Benz Arocs will be gradually in- which estimates that alone in Germany there is a demand for 250,000 new troduced in Europe. In addition to being extremely environmental friendly as apartments per year. New construction was about 40,000 units below this figa result of Euro VI technology, the special construction vehicles boast three ure in 2012 and will probably be about 20,000 units lower this year. In other special attributes: power, efficiency, and robustness. words, the construction industry has a lot of catching-up to do.” Never before in the history of Mercedes-Benz Trucks has the range of heavy- source : daimler.com duty construction vehicles been as broad as it is today. The truck brand was

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tivation, he told us, “The volume of traffic on our roads is set to continue increasing in the coming years, while specialists to manage it become scarcer ‒ especially in the driver’s cab. This is why everyone in our industry has to work together in an attempt to tackle this challenge, and to continue fostering Germany as a centre of industry.” Große-Vehne is seeking to make an active contribution to a solution. “By taking part in the field study, we will provide the political and public sectors with hard-and-fast data forming a solid basis on which they can assess the efficiency and environmental friendliness of longer heavier vehicles.”

What’s it like to drive an LHV? Transfer three truckloads to two trucks to save fuel and reduce carbon emissions? Germany’s Transport Ministry is currently conducting a field study trialling Longer Heavier Vehicles (LHVs), also known as mega-trucks, to find out more about the opportunities and risks involved in relaxing the legal limits for commercial vehicle transport. Launched on 1 January 2012, the four-year study examines the benefits that LHVs can provide. We spoke to a freight company taking part in the study.

These results are evaluated by the German Federal Highway Research Institute (BASt), the scientific partner of the field study. Drivers, carriers and other road-users are questioned about their experiences on an ongoing basis. “I keep notes of data such as weight and fuel consumption”, explains Feustel. Drivers’ logs, detailed route maps and vehicle loads are evaluated and analysed; the results will be compiled at the end of the test and presented to the public. The freight driver is very happy with his mega-truck: “The 25-metre truck is great to drive and is actually almost more manoeuvrable than a conventional tractor-trailer”, marvels Feustel. “But because of the length, it’s crucial to use an anticipatory driving style.” The proposed exemption for LHVs applies only to the length, not the total weight: while 25.25 metres are permitted in the field study, the total weight must not exceed 40 tonnes (overall maximum weight 44 tonnes). René Große-Vehne’s conclusion so far is positive: “In terms of safety, ecology and economy, LHVs are extremely promising.”

To date, 20 companies with a total of 36 LHVs have taken part in the German field study. Große-Vehne freight company from Marsberg is one of them. Every day, driver Mario Feustel guides a megatruck rig ‒ powered by an MAN source : mantruckandbus.com tractor ‒ along a 690-km route through Germany from Salzgitter to Dachau and back. René Große-Vehne, the company’s junior owner, is responsible for coordinating the company’s participation in the field study. Explaining his mo-

A history of leadership regarding emissions Euro 4 pioneers German transport company Ronge Logistik became one of the first companies to operate Euro 4 trucks. “Scania is the only manufacturer that can offer Euro 4 engines from the start, so the choice was easy,” said Thorsten Pahmeier, vehicle purchasing manager at Ronge Logistik. Four years ahead of emission legislation In 2005 Scania launched the first Euro 5 engines using SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction), a 12-litre, 420-hp engine and a 16-litre, 500-hp V8 engine. Scania’s complete Euro 6 engine line-up will be available before the new, These units were primarily developed for customers operating across Germany strict standard becomes mandatory. who benefitted from motorway toll reductions being offered as an incentive We take a look back at the company’s history of satisfying and exceeding until 2009. emission requirements.

High pressure for reduced emissions

One of the first steps towards harmonising emissions legislations in Europe, North America and Japan, the European Union directive Euro 6 sets new lim- In 2007 a Euro 5-compliant, 13-litre engine platform using XPI was introits on emissions of nitrogen oxides and particulate matter from heavy trucks. duced. It applies to new models starting 31 December 2012 and to existing models Scania XPI – for extra high-pressure injection – paved the way for emission sold as of 31 December 2013. levels beyond what was possible with contemporary diesel technology. When it comes to introducing new transport solutions that meet European emission legislations, Scania has always been at the forefront of the indus- Dramatically reduced emissions try. Euro 6 requires drastically lower emissions levels than those set by previous standards. Powerful V8 meets Euro 3 In 2000, the transport industry could take advantage of a Euro 3-compliant source : scania.com V8 diesel engine after Scania introduced the all-new, 16-litre V8 platform. During field testing the Scania R164 to the right was marked “144” for camouflage purposes. www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

Over 1,000 BharatBenz heavy-duty trucks sold in India after only 3 months Three months after the launch of the first BharatBenz trucks for the Indian market, Daimler subsidiary, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), is taking stock. From the start of sales on September 26, 2012 until the year-end, DICV sold 1,098 heavy-duty trucks between 25 and 31 tons. DICV will be launching other new models of the BharatBenz brand as early as in the first quarter of 2013 and will bring a total of 17 different BharatBenz models from 6 to 49 tons on the Indian market until 2014. After only three months on the market, DICV has already garnered two coveted awards from the prestigious Indian “CV magazine” (Commercial Vehicles). The first award coined the heavy-duty truck with a vehicle weight of 31 tons as “Apollo CV Truck of the Year 2013” in the category of long-distance New look, new outlook for AZMEB trailers transport. In addition, the BharatBenz truck range has been crowned with the Following its acquisition by MaxiTRANS in May, 2012, specialist side tipper national award “Apollo CV of the Year 2013”. manufacturer, “These successes are a tribute to the dedicated efforts put forth by our employAZMEB Bulk Transfer Systems, has recently undergone an image makeover ees on a daily basis since the creation of the BharatBenz brand two years ago. Despite the market conditions, which were anything but easy, we managed as part of a new advertising campaign. to establish the BharatBenz brand on the Indian market,” emphasizes Marc Australia’s only specialist side tipper manufacturer, AZMEB has launched an Llistosella, Managing Director and CEO of DICV. “I am confident that we will updated logo, website and position statement “Tough Tippers for Tough Jobs”. continue to be successful in the very competitive Indian market through our AZMEB has also added to its existing manufacturing location by building a reliable products and services in close proximity to our customers.”

network of dealerships around Australia, while increasing production capacity DICV can look back on an eventful year in 2012. After the opening of the by over fifty percent. state-of-the art production location in Chennai in April of last year, DICV be“The new advertising campaign is led by the message ‘More than just a new gan production and sales of the heavy-duty BharatBenz trucks from 25 to 31 look, AZMEB has a new outlook’ and that’s very much the way we see it,” says tons. Production of medium-duty truck models from 9 to 12 tons followed in October 2012. These trucks will be sold on the market in India starting this AZMEB General Manager, Simon Martin. year. “We’ve had long discussions about how to add value to our product and as a result we’ve partnered with dealerships all over the country and we’re focus- source : daimler.com ing more on customer service. We wanted a fresh new logo to reflect both that new outlook and the heavy duty nature of the product – I believe that’s what we’ve achieved.” Previously, AZMEB operated and sold direct out of a single facility in Bundaberg. “In less than a year, we have added dealerships in Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Darwin, along with availability in New South Wales,” Martin added. “We now have local representation in each state, which is designed to make it easier for customers to gain access to the product.” Martin says that the company has also taken steps to expand production to cope with the increased demand as a result of the larger distribution network. “With an injection of capital, an expanded workforce and further manufacturing efficiencies, we’ve been able to increase production by over fifty percent,” he says. “So despite increased production workload as a result of the wider distribution network, our products are as readily available as ever before without compromising on quality.” “The other advantage of the expanded network is service and parts support,” Mr Martin continues. “We now have certified service agents at our dealerships, not just in Queensland, but now around the country, which are able to help with simple repairs through to routine servicing and warranty work. The dealer network also has access to genuine parts, further enhancing our nationwide customer-focussed approach.” source : justauto.com.au

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FREE FLOW CONCRETE MIXES UP FLEET WITH FIRST RENAULT KERAX

Ready mix concrete supplier, Free Flow Concrete Ltd., has taken ers to motorway construction projects, so we need a reliable truck. We have had problems in the past with the reliability of trucks on our fleet so we were delivery of its first Renault truck;

attracted to the Kerax’s reputation for reliability, as well as Renault’s service a Renault Kerax 430.32 8x4 with the Optidriver+ automated gearbox. The support.” Euro 5 EEV truck was supplied through Renault Trucks Essex and joins the Excellent dealer service was also said to have played a big part in the comcompany’s fleet of three Scanias. pany’s decision to move to Renault and the Renault Kerax three year warranty The new Renault Kerax is fitted with a Reimer R950 mobile batching plant, sealed the deal. supplied and fitted by Mastercrete Ltd. It will be used to supply and mix a range of concrete for local building projects in the Worcestershire area, includ- Free Flow Concrete is an independent, family business established in 2000. ing foundations, garage bases, flooring, commercial and agricultural require- The company supplies freshly produced concrete from computer controlled and calibrated Reimer Volumetric Mixers. Based in Redditch, Worcestershire, ments. Free Flow Concrete operates across Worcestershire and Warwickshire, includSimon Lang, Owner, Free Flow Concrete, says: “Historically we have always ing Bromsgrove and Droitwich. had Scanias but we were offered the chance to trial a demo Renault Kerax tipper. I was extremely impressed with the demo vehicle, the Kerax was great to source : renault-trucks.co.uk drive, the drivetrain is smooth and the Optidriver+ gearbox is very efficient.” He continues: “We supply concrete to a range of customers, from home ownMurphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Inc., will now represent the Doppstadt US Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. to Represent Doppstadt US in Midwest brand at additional locations. Doppstadt is a recycling and processing equipment company which carries a wide variety of product lines, including: slow speed shredders, high speed grinders and trommel screens. It currently represents Doppstadt in Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and western Missouri, and will now carry this product line at the following stores in Columbus, Cincinnati, Vandalia, Lima, Chillicothe and Cambridge, Ohio, and Cranberry Township and Delmont, Pa. “We believe the future potential for this product line is excellent, as our country gets more involved in recycling resources, and the need to minimize the volume of products going into landfills rises. Doppstadt products are very high quality, and engineered for efficient long-life operation, to help our customers be more profitable,” said Bill Buckles, vice president of sales. Murphy Tractor and Equipment Co. Inc., one of the largest construction equipment dealer organizations, is headquartered in Park City, Kan. The organization has 28 locations throughout the states of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Nebraska. source : murphytractor.com www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

Terex Hi-Ranger SCM Series Aerial Devices Meet Operators’ Needs

SCM Series. The tri-link elbow mechanical feature provides operators with easy access to greasable bushings and bearings, needs no lift chains or cables, and does not require a mandatory overhaul during the truck’s lifetime. All models have a gross vehicle weight rating of 31,000 lb. (14,061 kg). The SCM48 features a 48.0-ft. (14.6 m) bottom of platform height, a 53.0-ft. (16.2 m) working height with a 39.3-ft. (12.0 m) overcenter side reach, and a nonovercenter side reach of 34. 8-ft. (10.6 m) at 110 degrees. The SCM50 features a 50.0-ft. (15.2 m) bottom of platform height, a 55.0-ft. (16.8 m) working height, a 41.2-ft. (12.6 m) side reach overcenter, and it has a non-overcenter side reach of 36.2-ft. (11.0 m) at 110 degrees.

The SCM55 is designed with a 55.0-ft. (16.8 m) bottom of platform height, a 60-ft. (18.3 m) working height and a 46.1-ft. (14.1 m) side reach overcenter, Designed with the utility operator in mind, the Terex Hi-Ranger SCM48, and it boasts a 39.5-ft. (12.0 m) non-overcenter side reach at 110 degrees. SCM50 and SCM55 The SCM Series come standard with a side mount, one-person, 700-lb. (317.5 overcenter material handling aerial devices feature large, open bed space, low kg) capacity platform, a minimized control hose loop and standardized controls. travel height and easy maintenance. The Terex Hi-Ranger SCM Series aerial Dual platforms are an available option on these units. These aerial devices also devices are ideal for investor-owned utilities, rural electric cooperatives and boast a category “C” rating per ANSI A92.2, 200 degrees of upper boom arpower districts, as well as municipality applications, according to the manu- ticulation and 110 degrees of lower boom articulation, non-compensated boom facturer. design, as well as a full-pressure open-center hydraulic system. Optional lower boom articulations of 100 degrees and 120 degrees are available. The side-by-side lower boom configuration on the SCM Series provides overall height under 11 ft. (3.3 m) on a 40-in. (101.6 cm) frame for greater mobility. The Terex HyPower hybrid system is an available option for the SCM Series The low-profile of the SCM series allows for low platform stow near centerline models. The HyPower system allows operators to save fuel, reduce noise and of the truck to provide operators with added clearance of overhead obstructions increase efficiency, plus it has been optimized for the utility industry — maksuch as bridges, trees and powerlines during travel. The lower boom cylinder ing it easier for utility operations to “go green.” design also allows for a large amount of open truck-bed space that operators can utilize for tool storage and transportation. source : terexutilities.com The field-proven, Terex tri-link elbow offers a low-maintenance design on the of recycling materials, scrap metals and waste on behalf of customers across the UK. Matt Holloway, Managing Director, Joseph Holloway Ltd. says: “When looking to update our fleet last year, we trialled a Renault Premium demonstrator. Our drivers were pleased with the comfort and handling of the Premium and fuel economy was also impressive. The Renault Premiums on our fleet continue to run at about 6mpg - 7.5mpg, which is a good return for a tipper truck”. He continues: “Half of our fleet of 25 trucks are now Renault and, following the successful performance we have seen over the last year, we are looking to eventually run an all Renault fleet.” Excellent service levels and dealer support by Renault Trucks Midlands sealed the deal. Joseph Holloway Ltd. is an independent, fourth generation, family company established in 1897. Based in the West Midlands, the company originally started out with canal boats, moving raw materials, such as iron ore and coal, for West Midlands based haulage company, Joseph Holloway Ltd., has invested local industries. Today the company, which is now run by brothers Matt and Adam Holloway, has grown into a nationwide haulage operation, with a fleet in 12 new Renault Premium 460.25 6x2 tractor units in the last 12 months, all of bulk tippers and walking floor vehicles, transporting a variety of goods. supplied by Renault Trucks Midlands. Following the success of these vehicles on the road, the company has a further two Renault Premiums on order and is source : renault-trucks.co.uk looking to replace its entire 25-strong Scania fleet with Renault. The Renault Premiums have all pulling tipping bodies for the bulk haulage JOSEPH HOLLOWAY MOVES TO ALL RENAULT PREMIUM FLEET

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a week, gas was the obvious choice of power source for Davies Turner, as the company’s warehouse manager, Paul Scoble, explained: “In many ways we would prefer to run electric powered forklifts, but trucks used as intensively as we use them need a regimented charging regime which, in truth, we would struggle to adhere to. This would lead to problems with the batteries so we went for gas.” The counterbalanced trucks chosen were models from the Jungheinrich TFG Hydtrostatic range. One of the key drivers behind Davies Turner’s choice was the Jungheinrich TFG’s impressive fuel consumption statistics. Jungheinrich were able to demonstrate that over the course of 2000 hours of typical operation, the trucks save Davies Turner awards Jungheinrich counterbalance truck contract some £2000 in fuel costs in comparison with similar capacity counterbalance trucks. For sites – such as Davies Turner’s Dartford facility - where a large With an annual turnover approaching £150 million, Davies Turner is one of fleet is in operation, the savings are extremely significant. the UK’s leading multimodal forwarders and logistics organisations.

The new trucks at Dartford are proving to be some 40 per cent more fuel efficient than the models they replaced.

The company – which remains independently owned – operates some one mil- Most of the counterbalanced and ride-on pallet trucks are in operation within lion square feet (100,000 square metres) of warehousing space across 23 UK the freight forwarding store where they are used to de-stuff and stuff incoming sites. and outgoing containers and trailers. One of Davies Turner’s biggest facilities is in Dartford, Kent. In the shadow of the QEII bridge, the 10 acre site is ideally placed for the UK’s motorway network and offers easy access to the major south and east coast ports. It comprises two units - one dedicated to freight forwarding and another used for warehousing and logistics services.

The majority of the freight that passes through the facility is cross docked at ground level but items that are to be held for more than a few days are lifted up to a mezzanine floor storage area by the forklifts.

The facility features 44 loading docks through which all manner of goods pass – including, recently, a 1930 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost destined for the United A mixed fleet of materials handling equipment had operated across the two States! storage units but the company recently took the decision to switch to a single supplier and, following a competitive tender process, Jungheinrich was award- The trucks are 1.6 to 2 tonne capacity but, for heavier load handling, Jungheied the contract to supply new counterbalanced and powered pallet trucks. nrich supplied a 3 tonne machine. 15 gas-powered counterbalanced and seven ride-on pallet trucks are now in source : jungheinrich.co.uk operation at the Dartford facility undertaking a broad range of handling duties. With the counterbalanced trucks required to work around the clock, seven days

Toyota Number One In Forklift Sales Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has retained overall national forklift market leadership and achieved a 26th consecutive year of dominance in internalcombustion counter-balance forklifts. Official Australian Industrial Truck Association (AITA) industry sales results for the 2012 calendar year show TMHA captured approximately 32 per cent of the total Australian forklift market. TMHA sold in excess of 5,400 forklifts during 2012 which was over 18 per cent more than TMHA’s total 2011 sales. Most of the growth was due to a big jump in sales of TMHA battery-electric forklifts, which grew by over 750 units for the year. This success saw TMHA’s share of the battery electric forklift segment grow to over 30 per cent. TMHA executive vice president and COO, Steve Takacs, said the company’s 2012 results reflected its increased commitment to the warehouse equipment TMHA also remained the clear number one in the engine powered forklift market. category in 2012, with sales of over 2,500 units. “We focused on the warehouse equipment segment last year by launching sev- TMHA accounted for one in every three internal combustion forklifts sold in eral new battery-electric forklift models - and our customers have responded Australia, with a market share of more than 33 per cent. positively to that,” Mr Takacs said. It has now led the Australian internal combustion counter-balance forklift mar“To be number one confirms Toyota’s trusted name in forklift trucks and the ket uninterrupted for 26 years. quality of TMHA’s range of counter-balance and warehouse equipment products.” source : toyotamaterialhandling.com.au www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

JLG Debuts Updated Telehandler with Tier 4 Final Engine JLG Industries has updated its G5-18A compact telehandler, which includes a Tier 4 Final 74-hp Deutz turbo diesel engine that provides higher levels of fuel efficiency and reduces the impact on the environment.. With the Tier 4 changes, the ambient cooling temperature has been reduced to 126 degrees. A variable-speed hydraulic reversing fan has been added to push out dirt and other dusty materials from the engine area. Additionally, the lower profile design increases visibility for the operator in the cab. Previously, the engine pod was about 6-in. taller. Machine styling has also changed. The G5-18A has taken on the black boom paint scheme, and the roof of the cab has a more European-style look. as it slopes over the air conditioner in the rear. Key specs include a 126-in. turning radius and a stowed height of less than 76 in., making it ideal for work in confined or congested spaces as well as parking garages or any application with overhead height restrictions. The G5-18A features a maximum lift height up to 18 ft., an extended outreach of 10’10”, and a 5,500-pound maximum lifting capacity. Production is expected to begin in May. Pilot machines in the field have logged more than 180 hours of use in construction and agricultural environments. source : liftandaccess.com

Information about the new range of buses and coaches and about Scania’s investment in the Indian bus and truck market is available on www.scania.com/media/busworld Scania has been represented in the Indian market since 2007, when a partnership was initiated with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for sales of trucks to the mining industry. In 2011, Scania established its own company inIndiain order to boost its presence in additional segments of the Indian commercial vehicle market. In late 2012, a range of trucks for heavy road haulage was launched. In 2012, the company also began construction an industrial facility ― the Scania Regional Product Centre ― in an industrial area about 40 km east of Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka state. Scania is investing a total of about SEK 300 m. in the facility, which will also be the centre of the company’s commercial operations in the country.

Scania to start bus and coach sales in India The industrial operations will consist of final assembly of truck and bus chassis Scania will enter the Indian bus and coach market for the first time when Bus- as well as bodywork and fitting out of complete vehicles. The head office of world India Scania’s Indian company, complete with a service workshop and a central parts warehouse, is also being built at the same site. a trade fair focused on developments in the Indian bus industry ― opens its doors on 1 February 2013 in Mumbai. Scania Metrolink, a complete new range source : scania.com of buses and coaches for intercity and tourist services, will be launched at the fair. The Scania Metrolink for the Indian market will be manufactured at Scania’s industrial facility in Bengaluru.

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Even more economic and eco-friendly with Euro VI The new generation of BlueEfficiency Power engines and the transition to the sion and the ZF EcoLife automatic transmission with torque converter. DrivEuro VI ers profit from the progressive synchronisation of the transmission as well as from gearshifts which are as fast as they are comfortable. The operation of emissions standard are the focus of the Mercedes‑Benz Integro in 2013. Conthe transmission via the joystick gear lever is extremely simple. Almost wear siderably lower fuel consumption and further reduced exhaust emissions are and maintenance-free, the clutch is also new to this transmission. A centrically the result. located, pneumatically operated clutch cylinder renders mechanical parts such as the clutch release fork, clutch release bearing and the servo assistance unBlueEfficiency Power: two engines, four output variants necessary. The Euro-VI-compliant Blue Efficiency Power engines of the Integro are vertically installed in-line six-cylinder engines. The new, particularly compact A powerful yet lightweight retarder Mercedes‑Benz OM 936 series with 7.7 l displacement is used in the two-axle The driver operates the new integrated retarder as usual via the steering colvehicles. The output amounts to 220 kW (299 hp) or 260 kW (354 hp), both at umn switch. It achieves a braking torque of up to 3500 Nm. The retarder is 2200 rpm. Torque is 1200 or 1400 Nm respectively. designed as a secondary retarder and uses the engine coolant as its brake fluid and coolant. This eliminates the previous oil/water heat exchanger and the asThe equally new Mercedes‑Benz OM 470 with 10.7 l displacement is used in sociated oil changes for the retarder. the three-axle vehicles. Its output is either 265 kW (360 hp) or 290 kW (394 hp) at 1800 rpm. Maximum torque is 1700 Nm or 1900 Nm. Striking design of rear-end for the Euro VI variants The dynamic design of the rear-end of the Euro VI variant with its newly deBoth engines boast common-rail injection. The injection pressure is generated signed engine compartment flap is striking and distinctive. It is closely related via a high-pressure pump for the OM 936 or by the X-PULSE injection system to the Travego Edition 1, the touring coach flagship of Mercedes‑Benz. The for the OM 470 with a pressure booster in the injector. symmetric form conceals the completely new design of the cooling and ventilation system for the engine. The position of the radiator behind a bulkhead on Strong response, low weight, reduced fuel consumption the right-hand side together with the ventilation is also an important element. The new engines are characterised by high torque at extremely low engine speeds, a spontaneous response and a very smooth running performance. They The specialist for inter-city journeys and excursions also excel with a very favourable weight. Despite the additional assemblies The Integro’s proven agenda remains unchanged: consistently tailored to interrequired in order to comply with Euro VI, weight has been optimised and recity travel, this two-door specialist with three variants on two axles (Integro, duced with numerous individual measures and is even lower than that of the Integro M) or three axles (Integro L), measuring between 12.14 m and 14.92 Euro V predecessor model. m in length covers everything from short regular-service routes in suburban traffic to long-distance inter-city travel. Its comfortable design makes it perfect The efficiency of the engines is outstanding: depending on the usage profile both for shuttle services and excursions. Thanks to this successful combination and the drive train combination, the fuel consumption of two-axle vehicles is of comfort and efficiency and its flexibility with regard to use, the Integro is a 2-5 % lower than that of predecessors whilst it is up to 2 % lower for threedouble-earner and therefore particularly economic. axle vehicles. The consumption of AdBlue and engine oil is also considerably lower. Not only the new engines, but also the optimised auxiliary equipment source : daimler.com such as the regulated generators and the efficient air compressor have contributed to the low fuel consumption of the Integro. Complex emission control system compliant with Euro VI The strict regulations for the coming Euro VI emissions standard require a complex emission control system. For this reason Mercedes‑Benz has combined the well-established BlueTec engine technology with SCR technology and AdBlue injection with exhaust gas recirculation as well as a particle filter. Fast, comfortable, easy-to-operate: the GO 250-8 PowerShift transmission Mercedes‑Benz also offers the Integro with the eight-speed GO 250-8 PowerShift bus transmission as an alternative to the six-speed manual transmiswww.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

VDL Futura FHD2-139/460 The Futura is an efficient, highly cost-effective coach with an attractive design and a high level of passenger comfort thanks to such features as a completely flat floor, an optimal driveline and a good price/quality ratio. A unique aspect of the Futura is its low kerb weight, which has a very favourable effect on fuel consumption. Daltrans’ Futura FHD2-139/460 is 13.9 metres long, has a 57+1+1 seating layout and is fitted with a DAF MX 340 engine. Xenon lighting and a reversing camera make for additional safety. A kitchen unit, several refrigerators and luxury Vogel Conturo furniture provide all the comfort that the passengers could wish to have.

First 14-metre VDL Futura delivered in Poland On the 20th of December 2012 VDL Bus & Coach Polska delivered the first 14-metre VDL Futura to Daltrans of Bąków, in southern Poland. “We are very proud of this delivery. Not only because it is the first 14-metre VDL Futura in Poland, but also because we are convinced that with this Futura we are making a positive contribution to Daltrans’ operating profit”, says Bolesław Piekorz, the managing director of VDL Bus & Coach Polska.

Scania to deliver 709 buses in Russia Scania – together with Russia-based commercial vehicle manufacturer GAZ Group has received an order to deliver a total of 709 buses to the largest public transport operator in the Moscow region. Scania will deliver chassis modules and GAZ will be responsible for bodyworking. The order is one of Scania’s largest bus orders ever in Europe. “Developing and delivering buses for the Russian market in partnership with a well-known and respected domestic manufacturer such as GAZ Group has great value,” says Hans Tardell, Managing Director of Scania Russia. “Put-

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Daltrans Daltrans transport company was formed in 1985. Only freight was carried until 1992, when the switch to passenger transport was made. In 1999 Daltrans opened its own workshop, fitted with the very professional and up-todate equipment. This was not solely for its own buses and coaches, but also in order to offer maintenance and repair services to other passenger transport firms. Daltrans organizes transport for travel agencies, schools, industry and private individuals. Modern, comfortable buses and coaches and highly motivated staff with plenty of experience ensure top-quality services. Transport to airports, school trips, works outings, multi-day coach holidays throughout Europe and scheduled services are just a few examples of the total range of services on offer. source : vdlbuscoach.com

ting such a large number of buses into operation means that the Scania brand will receive wide exposure in Russia. Even more significant is the service potential that the deal provides for our workshops in the Moscow region.” In close collaboration with Scania, GAZ Group has developed three different versions of its GOLAZ branded buses, two of which are for intercity service and one for occasional service. All models are built on chassis and powertrain components from Scania. The buses will be delivered during 2013 to Mostransavto, which is the largest public transport operator in the Moscow region. The buses will be used for transport service in Sochi during the first quarter of 2014 and then be brought into service in Moscow. source : scania.com

AIR TRANSPORT

Frankfurt passengers highest users of self-service bag-drop IATA Applauds ICAO-CAEP Agreement on a More Stringent Noise Standard for Aircraft and Progress on Aircraft CO2 Standard

Passengers using Frankfurt Airport are very keen on using self-service, according to the 2012 SITA/Air Transport World Passenger Self-Service Survey. Frankfurt leads the way with the use of self-bag-drops, for example, as well as self-service check-in. However, because Frankfurt is so advanced in its use of kiosks and web check-in, interest in the use of mobile phone functionality is generally lower than global averages.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes the agreement on a new noise

Frankfurt am Main is Germany’s busiest airport, with over 57 million passengers flying to 264 destinations in 113 countries. On the day of the survey, 45% of its passengers used a staffed bag-drop station, compared to 32% surveyed at airports across the rest of the world. For unstaffed bag-drop, Frankfurt is also ahead of the curve: here 7% of passengers used the service which is the highest rate recorded in the survey and double the global average. Likewise, 76% of passengers at Frankfurt had used self-service check-in, compared to 68% elsewhere. This could explain why passengers at Frankfurt rate check-in and bag drop as less stressful than passengers do at other airports.

The ICAO Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP) comprising ICAO member states, industry, and environmental non-governmental organizations, reviewed technological feasibility, environmental benefits and economic factors and reached a consensus to move forward on a new standard that will result in a reduction of 7 Effective Perceived Noise Decibels (EPNdB) compared to the current Chapter 4 Standard.

standard with more stringent requirements for future aircraft achieved by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

“Air transport is already 75% quieter than it was four decades ago and the industry will continuously pursue cost-effective noise management options to reduce the number of people subject to aircraft noise, in line with our broader Passengers in Frankfurt are also embracing self-service on mobiles. Some 44% global commitments on sustainability and environmental performance,” said of passengers check-in via their mobiles occasionally or frequently, while 43% Tony Tyler IATA’s Director General and CEO. used mobile boarding passes at the airport. The new standard will be applicable to new aircraft types for which a request However, despite the relatively high usage, uptake of mobile self-services for certification is submitted after 31 December 2017 and for lower-weight at Frankfurt could be higher. Many passengers here are still reluctant to use new aircraft as of 2020. The current Chapter 4 Standard came into effect in mobile boarding passes. The main reason, given by 58% of respondents, is a 2006. preference for paper boarding passes. This ties in with a concern, expressed by 44% of passengers surveyed, that mobile phone services are not available at all airports. Another reason for the slower pick up of mobile check-in is that passengers at this airport are already heavy users of other self-service channels for check-in - web and kiosks - and it may take some time to change habits. Frankfurt passengers are also less interested in using their mobile phones for flight updates, searching for flights, navigating through the airport, boarding passes and promotions.

“This is another good example of ICAO successfully tackling a difficult environmental issue. This collaborative work ensures that the development and implementation of global standards reflect the specific needs of society at large and capabilities of states while bringing certainty to long-term airline fleet investment,” said Tyler.

Another illustration of ICAO’s ability to lead global progress on managing aviation’s environmental impact is the agreement for certification procedures for Dave Bakker, SITA President, Europe, said: “Frankfurt passengers have em- the new aircraft CO2 standard. Coupled with the common metric system adbraced self-service enthusiastically and, exactly as intended, it is improving opted last year, this paves the way for CAEP to assess stringency levels, the their journey through the airport. Given the success of the existing self-service last component of the future CO2 standard. facilities, it is perhaps unsurprising that mobile phone functionality holds less interest. However, we have seen the take-up of mobile services accelerate The recommendations agreed to by CAEP will be reported to the ICAO Council across the rest of the world and the signs are certainly beginning to emerge later in 2013 for further actions. that Frankfurt will follow suit.”

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Frankfurt passengers are savvy users of social media. Their use of it for travel planning, such as storing their itinerary, searching for flights and planning who to sit next to, is above the global average. But they are more reluctant than others to use social media for shopping, and they would prefer not to have promotions coming through their social media accounts. These key findings are from the seventh annual SITA/ATW Passenger Self-Service Survey, carried out with a sample of the 280 million passengers who pass through six of the world’s leading airport hubs: Abu Dhabi International; Beijing Capital International; Frankfurt International; Hartsfield-Jackson, Atlanta; Chhatrapati Shivaji International, Mumbai; and Guarulhos International, Sao Paulo. The survey included 2,526 passengers from more than 70 countries. source : sita.aero

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IAG STATEMENT ON IBERIA TRANSFORMATION PLAN International Airlines Group confirms that no agreement has been reached beAirbus Appoints Program Manager for its Mobile Assembly Line tween Iberia Airbus announced the selection of Hoar Program Management (HPM), an and its trade unions over the airline’s Alabama-based company, transformation plan proposals, published on November 9, 2012. as program manager for its A320 Family assembly line in Mobile, Alabama. In this role, HPM will be responsible for managing all aspects of the design and construction of the facility, including supporting procurement of design and construction service providers and suppliers. Construction is scheduled to Iberia will, therefore, press ahead with the previously announced capacity rebegin this summer. duction of 15 per cent for 2013. HPM’s staff has been responsible for total projects valued in excess of $3.5 IAG will also move forward on alternative plans to return Iberia to break-even, billion in recent years. HPM currently has offices in Birmingham, Huntsville in terms of operating cash flow, by the second half of this year and restore and Mobile, Alabama; Houston, Texas; Nashville, Tennessee; Tampa, Florida; Iberia to an acceptable level of profitability by 2015. and Charlotte, North Carolina. The company is well known as a distinct leader and provider of program management services, serving clients such as Regions Willie Walsh, IAG chief executive, said: “We’re disappointed that no agreeBank, Auburn University, the University of Alabama, Mobile Infirmary, the ment has been reached. Iberia is ready and willing to negotiate with the Trade City of Mobile, Disney, Apple, Coca-Cola and Alabama Power. Unions. We are determined and united to implement the necessary changes to secure the future survival and viability of Iberia”. “After a vigorous competitive process, we’ve reached another major milestone with the appointment of a program manager,” said Airbus Americas Chairman source : iairgroup.com Allan McArtor. “Working together with Hoar, we are ready to begin construction on Airbus’ first industrial facility in the U.S. Once finished, the new A320 Cathay Pacific adds fifth daily flight to London Heathrow assembly facility will be the most modern and technologically advanced in Airbus’ global assembly network.” “This is truly an honor and a privilege,” said Mike Lanier, President of HPM. “Our folks have been working for months learning about Airbus, getting to understand their needs, their North American strategy, and how this complex in Mobile fits into their global strategy. Each of us is humbled at this selection and the opportunity and responsibility we have been given to lead this project. I believe our selection for this assignment is a testament to the outstanding Cathay Pacific Airways today announced a fifth daily return flight between its people we have in our firm and the passion they bring to their roles in serving Hong Kong each of our clients every day. Airbus is the latest to recognize the value we add hub and London Heathrow, scheduled to debut on 27 June 2013. The addi- to their projects and the leadership our teams provide.” tional flight further demonstrates Cathay Pacific’s commitment to serve key long-haul markets around the globe with multiple frequencies offering maxi- On July 2, 2012 Airbus announced it will establish a manufacturing facility in mum customer choice. the United States to assemble and deliver A319, A320 and A321 aircraft. Located at the Brookley Aeroplex in Mobile, Alabama, it will be the company’s Cathay Pacific Chief Executive John Slosar said: “We are offering our custom- first U.S.-based production facility. The assembly line, which will create jobs ers the best of all worlds. First, products that are second to none including our and strengthen the aerospace industry, is part of its strategy to enhance Airbus’ new long-haul Business Class, winner of the Skytrax Best Business Class in global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the the world award. Second, people and service that have earned us recognition United States and elsewhere. as a five-star airline. And third, the choice to travel when it is convenient with multiple frequencies throughout the day.” Aircraft assembly is planned to start in 2015, with first deliveries from the Mobile facility beginning in 2016. Airbus anticipates the facility will produce In addition to the 35 frequencies a week to London the new flight brings, Ca- between 40 and 50 aircraft per year by 2018. thay Pacific offers 25 flights a week to New York City and 17 to Los Angeles. Both routes are planned to gain additional frequencies in 2013. Even in source : airbus.com medium-haul markets such as Sydney and Melbourne, Cathay Pacific offers 28 and 21 flights a week, respectively. Mr. Slosar added: “Whether getting passengers to their destinations on a nonstop flight or connections via our convenient, world renowned hub in Hong Kong, we are working to expand the network in a way that brings additional flight options to our customers. It is just another way we are giving passengers more reasons to choose Cathay Pacific.” The upcoming fifth London Heathrow frequency will be operated with a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Across the five daily flights, the airline will offer a mix of First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class and Economy Class seating, each complemented by the airline’s award-winning service. Premium Economy Class continues to grow in popularity on the London route and the new flight will add approximately 1,000 extra Premium Economy Class seats each way to the market every month. source : cathaypacific.com

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Emirates promotes Zambia and Zimbabwe to a Boeing 777

Emirates, one of the world’s fastest growing international airlines, welcomed the introduction of a Boeing 777-300ER on its Dubai-Lusaka-Harare daily service.

Boeing Delivers 6th Production P-8A Poseidon Aircraft to US Navy

Boeing delivered the sixth production P-8A Poseidon aircraft to the U.S. Navy Acting Director for Communications, Transport, Works and Supply Lubinda Jan. 31, Sakanga and other dignitaries were given a tour of the 354-seat aircraft by Emirates Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations for Africa, Jean Luc successfully completing the first group of low-rate initial production aircraft Grillet and Emirates Country Manager for Zambia, Khalid Hassan, when it that are dramatically improving the service’s maritime patrol capabilities. touched down in Lusaka for the first time today. The delivery is the final aircraft from a contract awarded in January 2011. Boe“Introducing the Boeing 777-300ER on the Dubai-Lusaka-Harare route, just a ing is on schedule to build 24 P-8A maritime patrol aircraft as part of contracts year after we launched our service to Zambia and Zimbabwe, reflects the phe- awarded in 2011 and 2012. nomenal growth we have seen in these markets and demonstrates Emirates’ commitment for the long haul,” said Jean Luc Grillet, Senior Vice President of “The P-8 team continues to incorporate efficiencies into our production as Commercial Operations for Africa. we ramp up deliveries in 2013,” said Rick Heerdt, Boeing vice president and The aircraft upgrade adds more than 1,600 seats a week on Emirates’ Lusaka P-8 program manager. “We’ve reduced flow times and costs, which ultimately and Harare routes. The plane is the longest passenger aircraft ever to touch benefits our U.S. Navy customer.” down in Lusaka, replacing the 237-seat Airbus A330-200 on the route - a capacity increase of more than 50 per cent. The U.S. Navy plans to purchase 117 P-8As, which are based on the NextGeneration Boeing 737-800 platform. It is a versatile multi-mission aircraft The Boeing 777-300ER is the backbone of the Emirates fleet, with 83 in ser- that provides broad long-range maritime patrol capabilities -- anti-submarine vice and a further 68 on order. warfare, anti-surface warfare, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. It is replacing the U.S. Navy’s P-3 fleet. The new plane has 354 seats in a three-class configuration offering eight luxurious First Class suits, 42 seats in Business Class and generous space for 304 “This aircraft delivery marks the beginning of a new era of maritime patrol passengers in Economy Class, providing an additional 50 per cent capacity, or aircraft,” said Capt. Scott Dillon, Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft 117 extra seats per flight, compared with the current Airbus A330-200 aircraft program manager. “The first fleet squadron is now equipped with P-8s, and being operated on the route. The arrival of the larger aircraft will mean an will soon deploy with a maritime patrol capability that is greatly enhanced increase in cargo carrying capacity of some 22 per cent to more than 18,000 relative to our legacy P-3 force.” kgs per flight. The next three Poseidon aircraft are undergoing mission systems installation Throughout the aircraft, passengers will be able to experience the airline’s and checkout in Seattle, and two more are in final assembly in Renton, Wash. award-winning ice in-flight entertainment system with a choice of over 1,400 Boeing will deliver its seventh production P-8A to the Navy later this quarter. channels on-demand as well as meals prepared by gourmet chefs. Emirates is also known for its award-winning service from its international cabin crew As part of the LRIP contracts, Boeing is also providing maintenance training recruited from over 100 countries around the world. for the Navy, in addition to logistics support, spares, support equipment and EK 713 departs Dubai every day at 0925hrs, arriving in Lusaka at 1450hrs. The tools. service departs Lusaka at 1620hrs, arriving in Harare at 1720hrs. The return flight leaves Harare at 1850hrs, arriving Lusaka at 1950hrs. It departs Lusaka source : boeing.com at 2120hrs and lands in Dubai at 0650hrs the next day. Emirates’ fleet is one of the youngest in the skies, with an average age of 77 months. The airline continuously replaces old aircraft with newer ones and has frequently been the first to sign up for new developments in aviation design and technology. In January 2013, the world’s first purpose-built facility for the Emirates A380 was opened at Dubai International Airport, allowing faster boarding and smoother connections. From the direct boarding from the lounges for First Class and Business Class passengers, to the expanded duty free shopping, dining options from cafes to fine dining, a full service Timeless spa, two hotels and other amenities, the new concourse represents another first from Emirates in providing innovative products and services that give customers an unsurpassed travel experience.

Emirates has launched flights to a host of exciting new destinations last year; Dublin, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Dallas Fort Worth, Seattle, Lusaka, Harare, Ho Chi Minh City, Barcelona, Lisbon, Erbil, Washington DC, Adelaide, Lyon and Phuket. Warsaw, Algiers and Haneda will also join the Emirates’ network in 2013. source : albawaba.com

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Positive outcome for the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines in Year 2012

New easyJet route from London Southend to Edinburgh

EasyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has announced the launch of its newest route from London Southend Airport to Edinburgh, which is on sale from today – Thursday 7 February 2013. Preliminary figures for the full calendar year 2012 released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) confirmed solid growth in international air passenger demand, but weaker market conditions for international air cargo. Asia Pacific airlines carried a total of 207 million international passengers, 7.0% more than in the previous year, underpinned by an improvement in business markets and sustained leisure travel demand. International passenger traffic, measured in revenue passenger kilometre (RPK) terms, increased by 5.8%, indicating the relative strength of demand on regional short haul routes. Capacity growth for the year was a relatively conservative 3.9%, resulting in a 1.5 percentage point increase in the average international passenger load factor, to 77.9%. International air cargo demand, expressed in freight tonne kilometre (FTK) terms, declined by 3.4% in 2012 as a result of continued weakness in global trading conditions. Commenting on the results, Mr. Andrew Herdman, AAPA Director General said, “Overall, Asian airlines experienced a year of further encouraging growth in international passenger traffic in 2012, bolstered by healthy demand for regional travel. On the other hand, air cargo demand remained depressed for most of the year, only showing some signs of stabilising towards year end.” Looking ahead, Mr. Herdman concluded, “The global economic recovery is continuing, led by sustained growth in Asia and other developing markets, but consumer confidence in developed Western markets remains quite fragile. Nevertheless, the outlook for further growth in passenger travel remains positive, and hopefully in the new year we could also see some signs of a long overdue recovery in the air cargo market.”

The news comes just three months after easyJet announced three new routes from the region’s fastest growing airport to Berlin, Newquay and Krakow bringing the total number of easyJet routes from the airport to fifteen with just under 200 flights to and from the airport each week. The inaugural flight to Edinburgh will depart on 2 May 2013 with year round flights six days a week – every day except Saturday with fares from as little as £27.49* one way including taxes. Hugh Aitken, easyjet’s UK Commercial Manager commented: “We’re thrilled to be announcing our first Scottish route from London Southend directly to the city of Edinburgh. “We’re making it extremely easy and affordable to visit the city or extend the journey further afield to other parts of the Lothians and Scotland by cutting the travel time to less than half compared to a train or car journey from the region and presenting our customers with great value. With flights departing six days a week, we’re sure that the new service will be extremely popular with those heading to Edinburgh whether that’s for business or pleasure.” source : easyjet.com

Once Chapman Freeborn’s charter experts have arranged the boss’s executive flight itinerary, personal assistants will be invited to choose from a wide range of complimentary treatments. The wellness element of the Talise Spa is rooted around three pillars of health; Prevention, Focus and Renewal. Blending integrative medicine and diagnostics with holistic therapies, Talise Spa is a true oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation. The treatments will be redeemable at the Talise Spa, Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai.

Simply book a private charter for your boss with Chapman Freeborn and you’ll receive a complimentary spa treatment of your choice. The AAPA is the trade association for scheduled international airlines based Alex Berry, Global Marketing Director at Chapman Freeborn, says: in the Asia-Pacific region. Collectively, the region’s airlines carry 650 million “Chapman Freeborn manages private jet charters for executive assistants on a daily passengers and 18 million tonnes of cargo, representing one-quarter of global basis - so we understand the stresses and strains they sometimes face when coordi-

passenger traffic and two-fifths of global air cargo traffic respectively.

nating hectic travel schedules for their bosses. “With the help of Talise Spa we’re saying relax and let us take care of the source : traveldailynews.asia hard work. Booking a private jet charter with Chapman Freeborn has never been easier and our specialists are there to help around the clock. “Chapman Freeborn and Talise Spa share a similar ethos in that we are both Chapman Freeborn signs partnership deal with Talise Spa, Madinat Jumeirah passionate about providing exceptional customer service and attention to detail.” Dubai Katerina Dixon, Director of Marketing & Communications, Madinat Jumeirah Booking an executive charter with Chapman Freeborn has never been easier. added: Their highly trained experts help provide the solutions you need whilst managing every aspect of the private charter with the highest level of personal service and “We are delighted to be working with Chapman Freeborn on rewarding discretion. hard-working personal assistants with relaxing and nurturing spa treatments. Now, they also promise a release from the daily pressures and stress by offering a The Talise Spa truly is an oasis for relaxation and rejuvenation.” complimentary spa treatment from the Talise Spa, Madinat Jumeirah.

Executive assistants can unwind from the stresses of managing their boss’s executive travel thanks to a new partnership between Chapman Freeborn Aviation Services and Talise Spa, Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai. Assistants will receive a complimentary spa treatment from the award winning Talise Spa when booking a private jet charter with Chapman Freeborn, the global aircraft charter specialists.

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A350 XWB’s Trent XWB engine achieves EASA type certification

The Airbus A350 XWB programme has achieved yet another important milestone

AirBridgeCargo Airlines operates first of a series of flights to Sochi

On February 4th AirBridgeCargo Airlines, the largest Russian cargo carrier and part of Volga-Dnepr Group,

with the European Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) award of the Engine Type completed the first of a series of charter flights from Frankfurt to Sochi. The Certification of the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB turbofan. EASA presented the Boeing 747-400 flight carried sports equipment. certificate to Rolls-Royce at EASA’s headquarters in Cologne, Germany. This certification covers Trent XWB engines which will power the A350-800 Cargo transportation to the Russian regions is a very popular product within and A350-900 variants. A higher thrust version of the Trent XWB is currently Volga-Dnepr Group’s ‘Cargo Supermarket’ service offering and, with regards to Sochi the airline expects increasing demand for the transportation of heavy under development for the A350-1000. and oversized cargo. Eric Schulz, President – Civil Large Engines, Rolls-Royce, said: “We are very The new service will primarily cater for the needs of companies engaged in proud to have achieved this significant milestone on the road to the A350 the construction of various sports and infrastructure projects in Sochi, ensurXWB’s entry into service. I would like to thank Airbus for their support and all of our partners and employees who contributed to the design and certi- ing the timely and safe delivery of sports equipment and materials. It will fication of the engine. Test results show we have produced the world’s most also provide all other customers of AirBridgeCargo with a direct uplift solution for general cargo to this dynamically developing region of the Russian efficient large civil aero engine and we now look forward to the first flight Federation. later this year.” Didier Evrard, Airbus’ Executive Vice President – Head of A350 XWB Programme said: “We congratulate our colleagues at Rolls-Royce on achieving this important milestone for the A350 XWB programme with the EASA certification of the Trent XWB engine.” He adds: “These new engines together with the aircraft’s advanced aerodynamics and airframe technologies will bring our airline customers a 25 percent step-improvement in fuel efficiency.”

This is not the first time that Volga Dnepr Group has been involved in supporting major sports events in Russia and around the world. In 2007, Volga Dnepr delivered an ice skating rink to Guatemala and in 2012, transported equipment for participants of the Biathlon World Cup 2011/2012. Last year, for the fourth year in a row, Volga-Dnepr Airlines’ aviation expertise in Russia was called into action to support the air unit participating in the Silk Way Rally 2012.

Certification confirms the engine has fulfilled EASA’s airworthiness require- source : aviationpros.com ments for flight and is the last major engine milestone prior to the first flight of A350-900 ‘MSN001’ later this year. The engines which will power that aircraft are now being prepared prior to installation of the fully integrated powerplant on the aircraft’s pylon. The Trent XWB has already powered a series of test flights on Airbus’ A380 Flying Test Bed (FTB) aircraft since February 2012. These flight-test results indicate that the engine will meet Airbus’ extremely high efficiency and performance goals for the A350 XWB programme. The A350 XWB is the all-new mid-size long range product line comprising three versions and seating between 270 and 350 passengers in typical threeclass layouts. The new family will bring a step change in efficiency compared with existing aircraft in this size category, using 25 per cent less fuel and providing an equivalent reduction in CO2 emissions. Scheduled for entryinto-service in 2014, the A350 XWB has already won 617 firm orders from 35 customers worldwide. source : airbus.com

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Chapman Freeborn and Drukair launch new partnership to bring ARINC Extends Messaging and Expands end-to-end Connectivity for private jet services to the Kingdom of Bhutan Air Astana ARINC announced that Kazakhstan’s national airline, Air Astana, has not only renewed and extended its contract for ARINC’s Type B Messaging, butalso awarded the company new contracts for the AviNet Airport service. This means that ARINC will now provide a complete connectivity and messaging platform for the airline’s airport applications, both current and legacy.

It was its mission to provide the highest level of safety and technology for the domestic and international air services that led Air Astana to choose aviation technology pioneer ARINC. Using ARINC’s AviNet Airport and AviNet Messaging solutions enables the airline to quickly adapt to the industry’s constantly changing cost and operational demands by providing connectivity in very short time scales, competitive pricing models and flexible, reliable solutions.

Chapman Freeborn Airchartering is delighted to announce a new strategic private jet partnership with Drukair Royal Bhutan Airlines, the national airline of the Kingdom of Bhutan. The global aircraft charter specialist’s exclusive agreement with Drukair means that the remote Kingdom of Bhutan will now be more widely accessible to international private jet travellers.

ARINC’s market-leading AviNet Messaging is an intuitive solution that uses the internet to provide low cost access to IATA Type B Messaging from anywhere in the world from any computer. Together with ARINC’s extremely resilient network, this meets the air transport industry’s need for highperformance messaging and networking, with the core network operating at 99.999% availability. Meanwhile, AviNet Airport provides a fully managed, highly reliable network service for Air Astana to access mission-critical departure control systems. Closely integrated with ARINC’s MUSE platform, the service can usually be deployed and operational within 10 working days from the date of order, and comes with attractive Service Level Agreements (SLAs), pricing, and support.

Nestled in the steep mountains of the Eastern Himalayas, Paro International Airport is considered to be one of the most challenging locations for take-offs and landings in the world and all flights require a specialist Drukair certified “ARINC has unrivalled 80-plus years of communications experience in the aviation industry and has been at the forefront of using internet technology navigator to accompany as a guide. for aviation messaging,” said Alexis Hickox, Senior Director, Aviation Solutions ARINC EMEA. “AviNet messaging solutions seamlessly integrate into Through the unique partnership with Drukair, Chapman Freeborn can now provide this service for private jet aircraft and obtain the necessary permits to a customer’s own operational environment while allowing the use of industry standard product design, formats and templates.” operate charters to Bhutan. “As Central Asia’s leading carrier, Air Astana recognises the critical role that connectivity plays in maintaining the very highest standards of operational Global sales and marketing director Alex Berry says the partnership will efficiency and service. ARINC has proved to be an outstandingly reliable provide private jet travellers with totally unique access to the Kingdom of and responsive partner in the provision of advanced airline IT solutions over Bhutan as a travel destination, setting Chapman Freeborn apart from all its many years and I’m delighted to be renewing and extending the scope of our competitors. agreement,” said Chamindra Lenawa, vice president IT and E-business, Air Astana JSC. He said: “Like over 3,000 organisations all round the world, Air Astana knows that choosing ARINC brings quick and efficient deployment of services, lower operational costs and greater operational efficiencies. We are delighted to be a key part of the solutions that are enabling the airline’s dramatic growth and success” said Hickox. Kazakhstan is one of the world’s fastest-growing economies and Air Astana Shailendra Seth, director of Chapman Freeborn India, added: recently became the first carrier from Russia / the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) / Eastern Europe to be awarded the prestigious 4-star “Drukair and Chapman Freeborn are both niche organisations and this synergy between the two will enhance opportunities to boost luxury travel to the rating in the 2012 Skytrax World Airline Awards. It was also named ‘Best Airline in South and Central Asia’. Kingdom of Bhutan.” “We’re honoured to be working in partnership with Drukair in this venture. Chapman Freeborn is forever linked with opening up new private jet markets, and as one of the most exclusive and sought-after travel destinations in the world we’re excited to be launching this service.”

Welcoming the partnership Mr Tshering Penjore, general manager of Drukair, source : paramuspost.com said: “Drukair has been providing reliable and safe transportation for the last 30 years and as the only airline that links Bhutan to the outside world, the challenge to fulfil diverse air transportation needs has become critical. “The partnership with Chapman Freeborn will enable us to use the wide and global resources and portfolio of aircraft for private charters. Further we expect to build a strong and readily available access to improve search and rescue and emergency air operations within Bhutan.” source : chapman-freeborn.com

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ENERGY

Kosmos Energy to Spend USD 525 Mln on E&D in 2013 Kosmos Energy announced its 2013 planned capital program, which totals approximately $525 million. Development activities offshore Ghana comprise approximately 55 percent of the total anticipated amount, with the remaining 45 percent allocated for exploration and appraisal activities across Kosmos’ global exploration portfolio. In addition, the Company estimates Jubilee field production to average between 105,000 and 115,000 barrels of oil per day in 2013, with the midpoint of the range representing an increase of greater than 50 percent from the 2012 average. Kosmos anticipates a year-end exit rate for 2013 to be above the high end of its annual guidance range. Included in the estimate is a planned two-week shutdown for regular maintenance at the Jubilee floating production, storage, and offloading vessel (FPSO). Kosmos’ net interest in the estimated 2013 production average is approximately 25,150 barrels of oil per day, at the midpoint of the range. Based on the Company’s crude oil inventory position at the beginning of the year and its expected net portion of 2013 production, Kosmos anticipates selling nine crude oil cargoes during the year. Each crude oil cargo sold represents slightly less than one million barrels of oil and is anticipated to continue trading consistent with Brent crude pricing. Brian F. Maxted, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “Kosmos’ strategy of organic growth through exploration and development success is highlighted by our 2013 capital program. Our plans for the year include advancing the development of the world-class Jubilee field, as well as further progressing our other discoveries offshore Ghana. Jubilee continues to demonstrate outstanding performance, with current field deliverability substantially above the FPSO capacity. This is a result of resolving the original well productivity issues and completing new Phase 1A wells, which are showing tremendous delivery. Throughout the year, we are challenging the Jubilee teams to identify opportunities to meaningfully enhance throughput of the production facility, allowing us to bring forward substantial value from the field.” “Elsewhere, we are highly focused on maturing our existing exploration assets to the drilling phase and continuing the build-out of a world-class portfolio of impactful exploration opportunities. Key to our plans for 2013 and beyond is the ability to internally fund our planned investment programs, a result of the successes we have had to date, combined with our disciplined approach to capital spending. We are strongly positioned, both financially and operationally, to continue the momentum we have created and deliver new meaningful value for our shareholders,” Maxted added. Kosmos’ estimated development program, which totals approximately $290 million, includes funds for further development at Jubilee, with the majority relating to the ongoing implementation of Phase 1A at the field. The Company estimates finalizing the drilling and completion of all Jubilee Phase 1A production and water injection wells by the middle part of the year. The 2013 capital program also provides funds for the initiation of development at TEN (Tweneboa, Enyenra, and Ntomme), as well as additional appraisal activities and development studies for Mahogany, Teak, and Akasa. The TEN plan of development, which represents Kosmos’ second major project development, has been submitted to the government of Ghana and is awaiting approval.

In Mauritania, Kosmos anticipates commencing a large 2D seismic survey in the first half of the year, to be followed by a 3D seismic program later in 2013. Offshore Suriname, the Company anticipates additional spending related to the processing and interpreting of a 3D seismic survey which was acquired in late 2012. Also included in the anticipated exploration program for 2013 is an amount for new business opportunities, with the majority allocated for seismic expenditures in the current year. One of the Company’s strategic goals in 2013 is to secure important coventurer arrangements in several of its exploration areas. The announced 2013 capital program excludes the impacts of any completed farm-outs during the year. source : offshoreenergytoday.com

Shell delivering a competitive and innovative strategy “With the first year of our 2012-2015 growth targets completed, Shell is on track for plans we set out in early 2012, despite headwinds last year,” said Voser. “Shell is competitive and innovative. We are delivering a strategy that others can’t easily repeat, with unique skills in technology and integration and a worldwide set of opportunities for new investment”. Although the economic outlook remains uncertain for some of Shell’s key markets, Voser said the prospects for long-term growth in global energy demand remained unchanged, driven by rising world population and improving standards of living in developing countries. “Meeting this demand growth with clean and affordable energy is a formidable challenge for our industry and it is a major opportunity for Shell,” he said.

He confirmed Shell’s growth agenda, which aims to deliver $175-$200 billion of total cash flow from operations for 2012-2015, a net capital spending programme of $120-$130 billion, and a competitive dividend for shareholdAs part of the Company’s planned exploration and appraisal activities, which ers [1]. total approximately $235 million, Kosmos is participating in two near-term exploration wells. Among these is the Sapele prospect, which is currently Shell’s efforts to expand its pipeline of potential energy projects are paying drilling on the Deepwater Tano Block offshore Ghana, with results expected off, said Voser. “Our drive to increase our options for future projects means by the end of February 2013. In addition, the Company anticipates spudding that we are more constrained by limits on capital than by limits on opportunithe Sipo-1 prospect, which is located onshore Cameroon on the Ndian River ties,” he said. “This allows us to prioritise the most attractive opportunities, Block, in early February. Results from Sipo-1 are anticipated around the end and reconfigure or exit from less attractive ones.” of the first quarter 2013. On the Company’s offshore Morocco licenses, Kosmos’ planned capital program provides for additional geologic studies, as well as further processing and interpreting of 3D data already acquired on the Agadir Basin Blocks. Included in the 2013 capital program are funds for the completion of the Company’s acquisition of an additional 37.5 percent interest in the Essaouira Block, which was previously announced. First drilling offshore Morocco is targeted to commence as early as late 2013.

Voser said Shell will continue to maintain its investment programme through the economic cycle. “We make long-term decisions on capital allocation and growth choices, and we look through short-term market volatility,” he said. “As our cash flow momentum builds we expect to increase our dividends for shareholders in measured, affordable steps. There is more to come from Shell.” source : shell.com www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

ENERGY

Seadrill Orders 2 Jack-Up Drilling Rigs from DSIC Offshore

ing and handling tools, spares and operation preparations) for each of both drilling rigs, with tail-heavy payment terms. The 2 new units are planned to be based on the F&G JU2000E design, with water depth capacity of 400ft and drilling depth of 30,000ft. Seadrill Company has in addition received fixed price option agreements to build an additional 2 units at Dalian Shipbuilding, with delivery in the 3rd and4th quarter of 2015. The new jack-up drilling rigs are of the same design as the 4 jack-up oil rigs currently under construction by Seadrill at Dalian and Jurong, Singapore.

Seadrill has signed a contract for the construction of 2 high specification jack-up oil drilling rigs with Dalian Shipbuilding Inc. in China.

John Fredriksen, who is Chairman and President of Seadrill Inc., stated: “These newbuild jack-up rigs position us for additional growth in a strengthening jack-up market, securing additional earnings upside for Seadrill. The premium jack-up market keeps demonstrating strength as evidenced by enlarging dayrates and utilizations. Clients continue show preference for newer units from drilling contractors with proven track records of safe and effective operations. Currently 312 jack-up drilling rigs or 65 per cent of the total fleet of 483 jack-up rigs are older than twenty-five years. These 2 new firm orders increases our fleet of modern jack-up drilling rigs to twenty-five rigs with an average age of three years, and further strengthens our position as the leading operator of premium modern, high-quality drilling units.” source : joboilrig.com

The new jack-up drilling rigs are planned for delivery during the 1st and 2nd quarter of 2015, and the approximate total project price is nearly $230 million (and in this price is included project management, capitalized interest, drill-

MW, and is scheduled to be fully operational by 2015. The Wärtsilä 50SG gas engine will allow Portland General Electric to have the operational flexibility to quickly respond to variable input levels of wind and hydro power to the system. Flexibility and high net electrical efficiency are salient features of the Wärtsilä 50SG units. “The global trend in power generation is clearly moving towards greater flexibility and increased efficiency, and this order is yet another example. As utilities continue to integrate increasing levels of renewable power into their systems, the old traditional power plants are simply not capable of reacting quickly enough. Additionally, the Wärtsilä gas fuelled solutions feature low emissions, and this combination of flexibility, efficiency, and environmental sustainability is very much in demand,” says Wayne Elmore, Regional Director, Power Plants Sales, Wärtsilä North America. To date, Wärtsilä has delivered power plants to the United States with a total output of more than 2,000 MW. Wärtsilä has an extensive reference list of power plant installations in the USA, including recent orders for power plant projects in Texas, California and Alaska. The Port Westward Unit 2 project and the power plant in Texas will be the first power plants in the USA using Wärtsilä 50SG engines.

Wärtsilä to supply large gas fuelled power plant to American utility in The Wärtsilä 50SG engine state of Oregon The global trend in power generation is moving towards greater flexibility and increased efficiency. The natural gas fuelled Wärtsilä 50SG engines offer high efficiency and the needed operational flexibility to be able to accommodate and control rapidly changing input levels of renewable energy sources to the system. Wärtsilä, a leading global supplier of flexible and efficient power plant solutions, has received an order to supply the generating sets and related auxiliary equipment for a new power plant being built near Clatskanie in the state of Oregon, USA. The Port Westward Unit 2 plant is being built for Portland General Electric Company, an investor owned utility. It will be powered by 12 Wärtsilä 50SG natural gas fuelled engines with an electrical output of approximately 220

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The Wärtsilä 50SG is a four-stroke, spark-ignited gas engine operating on the Otto cycle and incorporating the lean-burn principle. It has been designed using the proven gas technology used in the smaller Wärtsilä 34SG engine. An important feature of this engine is its exceptionally high power plant net electrical efficiency rating at high ambient temperatures - more than 50 percent in combined-cycle mode. The lean-burn gas engines (SG) feature port admission of gas, a pre-chamber with controlled gas flow, as well as individual cylinder control of the gas charge and ignition timing. This choice of concept, along with extensive research in combustion and combustion control, has made it possible to elevate the efficiency from 40 per cent to more than 48 per cent in the bigger engine models. The combination of high efficiency and low emissions makes the 50SG a technology leader in today’s energy market. source : wartsila.com

TECHNOLOGY

Smiths Detection wins €19m Italian Customs Order for Cargo Smiths Detection announces a €19m contract with the Italian Customs Agency to supply Scanners

high-energy X-ray cargo scanners for deployment at six major ports including Naples, Genoa and Bari. The HCVG inspection systems, which can detect contraband, narcotics and weapons, will also be used for confirming cargo details to ensure customs and excise duty and trade taxes are in order. Able to inspect up to 20 containers, trucks or vans an hour, the gantry-mounted scanners can penetrate steel 330mm thick. A detailed X-ray image, which features organic and inorganic material discrimination using viZual imaging software, is produced by a single scan of the load. Ian May, Senior Vice President of Sales, Smiths Detection said: “We have worked closely with Italian customs for many years, not only supplying detection systems but also providing the highest standard of after-market service. This latest contract underlines the continuing success of our customerdriven approach.” Smiths Detection offers advanced security solutions in civil and military markets worldwide, developing and manufacturing government-regulated technology products that help detect and identify explosives, chemical and biological agents, radiological and nuclear threats, weapons, narcotics and contraband. It is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying integrated, advanced technologies to markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries. source : smithsdetection.com

Crossrail’s sixth and seventh tunnelling machines on their way to London Crossrail’s sixth and seventh tunnel boring machines (TBMs) have rolled off the production line and are set to start their journey to London.

All the machines’ components are expected to arrive at Crossrail’s sites within the next month where they will be reassembled. There are no manufacturers of tunnel boring machines in the UK.

Both machines have recently completed their factory testing at the Herrenknecht factory in Germany and are now in the process of being dismantled, Andy Mitchell, Crossrail Programme Director said: “Over 4km of tunnel has boxed up and transported to Rotterdam, where they will be put on a ferry to now been constructed on Crossrail. With tunnelling now well underway we are looking forward to welcoming our sixth and seventh tunnel boring maTilbury in Essex. chines to the project. Once we’ve unpacked and reassembled them, they’ll TBM 6, Mary, will drill a tunnel under the Thames from Plumstead to North begin drilling yet more tunnels underneath the streets of the capital.” Woolwich alongside her sister machine Sophia, who commenced tunnelCrossrail’s final tunnel boring machine, TBM8, will complete factory testing ling at the start of January. Known as a ‘slurry’ machine, Mary is specially this summer. equipped to deal with the chalk, flint and wet ground conditions that she will encounter in southeast London. source : crossrail.co.uk TBM 7 will be used on the drive from Pudding Mill Lane to Stepney Green, which will start in the summer. This is an Earth Pressure Balanced machine designed for the London clay found north of the River. www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

industrial rail site. Its 500 engineers use the site’s advanced test laboratory and the COFRAC[1] certified crash test facility to develop trains for the French Regions, the national rail operator SNCF and the Paris public transport operator RATP. For its production of the Regio 2N articulated double-deck train, Bombardier developed a test platform that consists of the entire life-sized network of cables and onboard electronic equipment to simulate commercial operating conditions. Onboard electronic equipment has become ever more sophisticated to meet the increasing demand of customers and passengers for speed, safety and comfort. Up to 100 different types of electronics control numerous functions such as doors, brakes, air conditioning, passenger information and sound systems.

Bombardier and Valutec Team Up to Test Train Electronics Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation announced today that it is partnering with Valutec C3T, the land transportation technology centre of the University of Valenciennes and Hainaut Cambrésis (UVHC), to conduct accelerated tests of electronic boards. Valutec has purchased a HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Test) chamber to test the performance and failure modes of onboard electronic systems. The investment is supported by France’s Ministry of Higher Education and Research and the Nord-Pas de Calais regional government. The chamber will be used for a wide range of accelerated tests, including vibrations and climatic conditions, according to the HALT and HASS (Highly Accelerated Stress Screening) protocols. By identifying sources of potential breakdown or malfunction at the development stage, the technology enables robust rail solutions. Under the partnership, Bombardier experts will train and share their technical know-how with Valutec’s dedicated employees to ensure that the test programmes are conducted professionally.

“The rail industry has embraced the electronic era and deserves appropriate test tools to meet customers’ expectations,” said Christophe Bertin, Engineering Director for the Crespin and Bruges sites at Bombardier Transportation. “We are confident that these state-of-the-art test facilities will improve further the performance of our rolling stock. We need to anticipate and simulate extreme operating conditions so the train, once commissioned, is fully operational.” Jean- Pierre Cartellini, General Director of Valutec, added: “This new partnership is in line with the mission of our land transportation technology centre. It aims to share its resources for testing with research laboratories as well as rail and automotive builders and suppliers to promote innovation and support companies in the development of modern modes of transportation.” Valutec is the first subsidiary of UVHC and home to the C3T test centre. It is officially recognized as a centre for technological resources by the French Government and Nord-Pas de Calais regional government. Partnerships with academic institutions like Valutec form an integral part of Bombardier’s dialogue with stakeholders. The joint research addresses sustainability challenges in the rail industry and contributes to the company’s growth strategies globally. source : bombardier.com

Train reliability is a top priority at Bombardier’s Crespin plant, France’s first

Cathay Pacific adds extra daily Hong Kong-London Heathrow flight

Cathay Pacific is boosting its connections to London with a fifth daily flight from Hong Kong to Heathrow, with the airline’s popular new business class and premium economy cabins on offer. The new CX 238/239 return is set to make more seats available on morning departures from Hong Kong and evening flights from London. Each flight departs around 15-20 minutes after the existing CX257/254 flights. Business travellers will welcome another step towards Cathay’s new business class and premium economy being available on all flights to London from Hong Kong. The airline is using a Boeing 777-300ER plane with the airline’s newest cabins on board. Only the CX252/255 flights will see a Boeing 747 with the old business class. Travellers who prefer an overnight flight from Australia and then a productive day between Hong Kong and London will find CX239 useful. The flight leaves Hong Kong at 1025 and arrives in Heathrow at 1615 — a quarter of an hour after the previous Cathay flight. On the return, CX238 is a handy fifteen minutes later than the previous last flight out of London. It leaves at 2235, arriving into Hong Kong at 1720. You’ll still make the swift connections on CX111 (or QF128) to Sydney or CX135 (or QF30) to Melbourne. source : ausbt.com.au

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Boeing Shanghai Celebrates Door Cutting Completion for First The modification is conducted under a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) developed by Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI). Boeing 737-300 PTF Conversion At the ceremony, Tom Ouma Kadoyo, technical director of Kenya Airways, Roy Sandri, AEI President, Dermot Swan, CEO of Boeing Shanghai, and Daniel Ni, operation director of Boeing Shanghai jointly completed the door cut, completing a significant milestone for the PTF modification. The new door surround structure and the main deck cargo door will be installed on the aircraft later in the process. The conversion is targeted for completion in March 2013. “We are making outstanding progress for our first 737-300 PTF. This is a great example of the new skills that our team continues to develop as we enhance our MRO services,” said Dermot Swan, CEO of Boeing Shanghai. “This is an excellent showcase for our capabilities as a full service MRO and to demonstrate how we provide value to Kenya Airways, AEI and other global customers.” Boeing Shanghai is a joint venture between Boeing, Shanghai Airport Authorities and China Eastern Airlines. Boeing Shanghai offers a broad range of Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services Co., Ltd., (Boeing Shanghai) held the door services from engineering, aircraft maintenance and modification to material cutting ceremony management, and component repair and overhaul. Boeing Shanghai supports customers located throughout the world. for the first Boeing 737-300 passenger-to-freighter (PTF) conversion at its hangars at Shanghai Pudong Airport. The aircraft was inducted in December source : boeingshanghai.com from Kenya Airways, Boeing Shanghai’s launch customer for this program.

Airservices has introduced workforce planning software from leading Supply Chain Planning and Optimization solution provider, Quintiq, to assist in fatiguerelated risk management of its Air Traffic Controllers (ATCs) to be used as a decision-making tool for shift rostering. Airservices is the nation’s Air Navigation Service Provider and is responsible for ensuring that ATCs are able to safely manage over 11 per cent of the world’s airspace, which includes more than four million flights carrying over 80 million passengers per year. Executive General Manager Air Traffic Control, Jason Harfield said, “This new tool will greatly assist our decision making around fatigue-related risk and its management. The software design,

Airservices managing Air Traffic Controller fatigue-related risk

developed by Airservices and its fatigue-risk management consultants, Integrated Safety Support, has enabled Quintiq to deliver a high standard of software, which is aligned with our requirements”. The fatigue-risk related management tool represents the second phase of a broader rostering solution for Airservices’ approximately 1000 ATCs who work from two major centres in Melbourne and Brisbane, four terminal control areas, and 28 control towers at international and regional airports all over the country. The fatigue-risk management solution uses Quintiq’s Workforce Planner to provide a means of assessing and recording of controls which then assists Airservices mitigate fatigue-related risk in relation to potential shift assignments.

The Quintiq Workforce Planner provides the management of Airservices with a better tool to support its current, complex decision-making process around fatigue-risk, and its management. The system integrates and automates a two-phase, six-step process to ensure that rostering rules are adhered to and potential risks are identified. Management are then in a better position to make risk mitigating judgments and to sign off on those decisions. Paul Shepherd, Director of Quintiq Australia and New Zealand, commented, “We are proud to have brought this project in on-time and under budget as well as jointly given Airservices a quality solution. The relationships formed between Quintiq and Airservices staff has been crucial to the process.” source : quintiq.com / photo : Airservices Australia

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plete engineering continue to come from Oberhausen. “I am convinced that this jointly developed major order will put us in a great position to win further local projects in future,” enthuses Martin Kunze, CEO of MAN Diesel & Turbo Brazil. Each package compresses oil-associated gas in two stages, using a combination of SKUEL and CP oil-free screw compressor types, each of which represents one compression stage.

Screw compressors for Petrobras

SKUEL screw compressors are characterised by a horizontally split casing. They are able to draw in high volumetric flows at comparatively low discharge pressures. By contrast, CP-type compressors with vertically split casings can generate approximately three times higher discharge pressures, but process lower volumetric flows. A combination of the two types combines their respective advantages. The SKUEL stage pre-compresses the process gas but with increasing density its volumetric flow is reduced. The CP stage is then able to additionally increase the pressure.

Six two-stage screw compressor units for six offshore oil production installaIn the specific application, turbocompressors bring the gas in a further part of tions, the process to a discharge pressure of more than 500 bar, after which it is fed known as FPSO (floating production, storage and offloading) units, have been back into the borehole. With the aid of MAN technology, Petrobras thereby ordered from MAN Diesel & Turbo for Brazilian energy company Petrobras. avoids unnecessary emissions of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2), Acting as contractor here for the first time is MAN Diesel & Turbo Brazil. Con- which in the past resulted from the flaring of oil-associated gases over the tractual partner IESA Oleo e Gas S/A also has an option for two further units. boreholes. This business model enables a high degree of local manufacturing. This was vital for the project because of the existing agreement between Petrobras and the Brazilian government to give greater consideration to domestically manufactured components in new installations. As contractor, MAN Diesel & Turbo Brazil coordinates and supervises the packaging, which is undertaken by a Brazilian partner.

The Petrobras offshore production facility is being created approximately 300 km south-east of São Paulo in the Santos Basin of the Atlantic Ocean. The borehole itself is around 2000 metres below the water surface. The installation has posed a particularly tough technical challenge since, in addition to working at extreme depths, there is also the added problem of a salt layer covering the oilfield.

Another important element in the project is the purchase of local components source : man.eu by MAN Diesel & Turbo Brazil, thereby ensuring that a significant proportion of the plant is “Made in Brazil”. However, the core components and the comlikelihood of getting a unit outfitted with the most appropriate system for each application.” The new Enhanced System (EHS) notation encourages robust designs of DP systems by providing optional requirements. The multiple levels of EHS notation – for power, control and fire protection – provide owners with the flexibility to tailor the notation to the most important components of the system for the unit’s intended operations.

ABS Releases Dynamic Positioning Systems Requirements ABS, the leading provider of classification services to the global offshore industry, has released the ABS Guide for Dynamic Positioning Systems as a significant update to present classification requirements to reflect industry advancements in the use of dynamic positioning (DP) systems.

Because these newbuilds will work around the globe, the ABS Guide for Dynamic Positioning Systems offers an optional notation for Station-Keeping Performance (SKP). The notation allows owners to select equipment based on North Sea conditions or to select environmental criteria specific to the intended areas of operation. The DP Guide also includes detailed procedures for assessing available thrust, taking into account thruster interactions (thruster-thruster, thruster-hull, thruster-current), which is especially useful in the early stages of design. In developing the new ABS Guide for Dynamic Positioning Systems, ABS drew, not only on its years of related experience with DP installations, but also on expertise from equipment manufacturers, owners, operators and industry experts. Part of that process included a workshop in Houston where more than 40 experts participated in a discussion about DP systems and what the industry needs. The results of this event steered the development efforts that produced the recently released Guide. “This truly collaborative approach to Guide development allows ABS to work with the industry to provide guidance that facilitates continued safe operations as the industry’s needs evolve,” says ABS Vice President for Offshore Technology Bret Montaruli. “We understand that DP system reliability is vital to operational safety. And we developed the new Guide to address the diverse and growing needs of the industry with respect to DP systems.”

“The use of DP systems has been expanded not only in terms of the number of vessels outfitted with the systems, but also in the increasing advancement of DP technologies,” says ABS Vice President, Energy Project Development Ken Richardson, noting that the vast majority of newbuild floating mobile offshore drilling units will have DP capability. “DP reliability is particularly important in frontier areas where deepwater drilling is reaching greater depths and in challenging harsh-weather environments around the world,” Richardson explains. “The new Guide provides standards for enhanced notations to guide clients in selecting the level of compliance for source : eagle.org a vessel’s DP capability, which broadens the notation choices, increasing the

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Wireless height sensor offers further safety and productivity benefits Flexi Narrow Aisle Ltd – manufacturer of the Flexi range of articulated forklift trucks has introduced wireless, solid state laser lift height selector technology across its range of very narrow aisle trucks. The height selector allows the truck operator to pre-set the required pallet storage height simply and efficiently which results in faster throughput and reduced fatigue – particularly in larger, high bay stores. Unlike other forklift height selection systems currently on the market, the Flexi Narrow Aisle technology does not rely on wires, tapes or other cables to monitor the height of the forklift carriage as it is raised or lowered in the aisle. Instead it uses state-of-the-art laser technology developed in consultation with a leading German sensor-solutions specialist to precisely check the carriage height. “Traditional lift height sensors have used tape to measure the carriage’s height. The tape becomes stretched and worn and has to replaced, whereas our wire-less system is virtually maintenance free and remains accurate no matter how many times the mast is raised or lowered,” says John Maguire, sales and marketing director of Flexi Narrow Aisle The system automatically stops a forklift load carriage at the correct height when the operator is performing a pallet put-away or retrieval operation. Importantly, the sensor allows the load to be raised or lowered at the optimum speed – bringing it to a controlled stop at the desired location. John Maguire added: “Because Flexi articulated forklift trucks enable pallets to be picked and put-away up to 14 metres high they are increasingly used in the high bay warehouse sector. Indeed, some 40 per cent of all trucks we supply are already fitted with high definition LCD screens to enable the operator to clearly see the load, pallet and racking system at all levels. “The new Flexi Narrow Aisle lift height sensor is an additional piece of technology that will further eliminate operator error, enhance throughput reduce fatigue and, of course, improve safety in the warehouse.” source : flexi.co.uk Increasing concerns over public safety has meant that video surveillance applications are growing fast. In particular, public transport systems like trains and metro systems can now take advantage of the latest technologies and industry standards. Surveillance systems play an important role in reassuring and protecting the public, but by far the most common video surveillance applications in trains are for crime/ vandalism prevention and accident investigation. Video surveillance plays its part by preventing crime and keeping mishaps from becoming tragedies. The challenge for today’s transportation system integrators developing video surveillance solutions for trains is designing solutions that doesn’t rely on dedicated power outlets, can accommodate existing technology, yet still be robust enough to meet the rigors and vibration of trains speeding along steel tracks and through tunnels. System Requirements: Funkwerk Information Technology are based in Karlsfeld near Munich and specialize in Passenger Information Systems and Mr Bruno Hoefer is their hardware development leader. Recently they were awarded an important train video surveillance project for a large customer in Europe. The project required several cameras to be placed throughout the carriages and above the doors, with rear-view cameras and display monitors in the front and rear driver compartments. The system needed an independent power supply and high quality video, so it was decided that IP cameras with Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches in each carriage were the best solution. This configuration also had the added benefit of reducing additional cost on cabling for power because PoE switches supply power to the cameras as well as transmit data. Additionally, the switches have a bypassfunction so in case a switch fails, additional network components would not be affected. The IP cameras were connected to PoE switches and data was transmitted to the drivers cab for storage on a video recorder. The whole system was designed to be “standalone” meaning power for the cameras was acquired through the PoE switches and all video data was to be downloaded to the central control hub at the end of each day.

Future upgrades might include automatic real-time downloads to the fixed network for faster more economic data handling. Also, because IP cameras are digital, analytical video applications could be implemented such as for face or unused baggage recognition. System Implementation: Advantech helped Thales to find the right solution that used 380 UNO-2173AF Embedded Automation Computers with Intel® ATOM™ N270processor, low energy consumption and a fanless design that would be connected to the emergency buttons and alarm that would then control 1,140 ADAM-4150 sensor-to-computer interface units that would automatically open the ticket gates. The complete system is very compact and efficient and without cooling fans is a compact trusted industrial solution. source : advantech.com.cn

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Transporting Containers with Surplus Green Power

the terminal. Now, within the framework of the BESIC project, the charging station developed for the battery operated vehicles should begin charging the batteries when there is a particularly large amount of electricity from renewable sources provided in the grid. In this way, wind or solar power generated at peak times (peak power) could be used if there is a temporary surplus available. Sites near the coast such as port terminals are particularly well suited to harness wind power. In addition to this, the batteries of the automated guided vehicles (AGVs) could be used as a buffer for peak power. Among other things, the project is investigating the possibility of coordinating charging times with the terminal’s operating requirements and the peak loads of the electricity grid. To this end, a battery management system is being developed which determines suitable charging times from the exchange of data between Vattenfall’s load forecasting systems and the terminal management system of the HHLA Container Terminal Altenwerder.

An ambitious project is currently under way at the HHLA Container Terminal The innovative integration of the electrical grid and operational requirements Altenwerder of battery operated AGVs using information and communication technology constitutes the focus of the joint project BESIC. As part of the technology to find out how the batteries of heavy goods vehicles can be charged exactly competition “ICT for E-mobility II – Smart Car – Smart Grid – Smart Traffic”, at the same time that there is a surplus of wind or solar power in the grid. the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology started to subsidise BESIC’s undertaking in January 2013 and will continue to do so for a period of In order to determine the optimum time to charge the batteries of container three years until December 2015. The participating companies include HHLA, transporters from an environmental and operational perspective, the HHLA Gottwald and Vattenfall, as well as the Universities of Oldenburg, Göttingen Container Terminal Altenwerder, a subsidiary of the Hamburger Hafen und and Clausthal coordinated by the Energy Research Centre of Lower Saxony Logistik AG (HHLA), the Gottwald Port Technology GmbH (Gottwald) and Vat(EFZN). tenfall have joined forces with the universities of Oldenburg, Göttingen and Clausthal, which are coordinated by the Energy Research Centre of Lower SaxBoth the practical feasibility and the commercial viability of such a model are ony (EFZN). The comprehensive research project BESIC (Battery Electric Heavy examined. Conventional diesel/electric AGVs are compared to AGVs that are Goods Transports within the Intelligent Container Terminal Operation) is subpowered by conventional battery technology or an innovative energy storsidised by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology in the amount age system. If such an intelligent charging strategy leads to clear savings in of around € 10.4 million. operating costs, it may well pave the way for such technology to be used in many related areas, for instance to run electric buses in the public transport This idea is based on an award-winning project: The HHLA Container Terminal network, conveyor vehicles in warehouses or battery operated apron vehicles Altenwerder and Gottwald, which now belongs to Terex Port Solutions, reat airports. ceived the renowned sustainability award Hanse Globe 2011 for the development of battery operated vehicles that transport containers24 hours a day at source : hhla.de

GOL continues to rely on IT solutions from Lufthansa Systems Lufthansa Systems today announced that the Brazilian airline GOL Transportes Aéreos has renewed its contracts for Lufthansa Systems’ resource management (NetLine Suite) and MRO (AMOS) solutions for another five years. The agreement has also been expanded to include the new NetLine/Ops ++ component and additional NetLine/Crew modules. GOL has worked with Lufthansa Systems since the airline was established in 2001. It began using NetLine and AMOS in 2008. By renewing its agreement with Lufthansa Systems, GOL has confirmed and expanded the successful, long-standing partnership between the companies.

AMOS is a comprehensive MRO software package for controlling an airline’s central maintenance, repair and overhaul processes. The system’s eight core modules cover materials management, maintenance planning and technical planning as well as financial processes, component overhaul, operations control and quality assurance. Thanks to the modularity of AMOS, applications can easily be adapted to meet GOL’s needs.

“Based on our many years of successful cooperation, we have complete faith in the solutions and services from Lufthansa Systems. Renewing our agreeNetLine covers GOL’s entire resource management process. For example, the ment and adding additional products was a logical step for us,” explained Peairline uses NetLine/Ops ++ for all of its operational control processes. This dro Rodrigo Scorza, Operations Director at GOL. recently redesigned solution also offers functions such as PaxConnex, MoneyMachine and DeltaMaster. With NetLine/Ops ++ MoneyMachine, GOL can “I am delighted that GOL has decided to renew its cooperation with Lufthansa view the potential cost of operational decisions in real time and thus avoid Systems for another five years. There could be no better endorsement of the unforeseen costs. GOL will use the Fatigue Risk Management module of Net- work we have done so far,” said Klaus Bernhardt, Senior Vice President ReLine/Crew to improve the quality and safety of its crew planning. The airline gional Management Americas at Lufthansa Systems. “We are very proud to will also benefit from a fully automated interface to the hotel management count one of South America’s largest airlines among our long-standing cussolution from API (Accommodations Plus International), a full-service travel tomers.” management provider. This makes it possible to incorporate real-time crew layover changes and invoice reconciliation into GOL’s crew planning to save GOL Transportes Aéreos, based in São Paulo, Brazil, is one of the largest lowconsiderable costs, increase employee productivity and enhance flight crew’s cost airline in the world. It serves national and international destinations in hotel experience. The NetLine/Sched schedule management solution enables North and South America with a fleet of 130 aircraft. GOL to modify its flight schedule plans in order to increase the overall capacity utilization of its aircraft. The system also helps planners evaluate “what-if” source : lhsystems.com scenarios and gauge their cost-effectiveness.

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TIRES increases as a result of the weight bearing down on the tire. With the future generation of sensors, which will be fitted directly underneath the tread of the tire, the tire pressure monitoring system can accurately detect the size of this contact area. With every revolution of the tire, the sensor registers the rolling characteristics of the tire on the road. Based on the existing tire pressure and precise data about the tires fitted, the system is able to inform the driver after just a few hundred meters if a change in tire pressure would be appropriate for the current payload. Load detection as the basis for many further improvements Load detection will be the basis for some more vehicle improvements. Current assistance systems relating to vehicle dynamics are designed to provide occupants with the highest level of comfort and safety benefits independently from the load conditions. Assistance systems today are always working with the assumption of a maximum payload. As soon as systems like ESC, Emergency Steer Assist or Autonomous Emergency Braking Assistant can incorporate information about the actual vehicle Intelligent Tire Sensors from Continental will Detect weight in their responses, this will enable them to provide even more efficient Vehicle Weight comfort and support for drivers. The issue of maximum car payloads tends to arise particularly before long holi- Additional tire monitoring functions enter series production day drives for private car users or on a day-to-day basis in the transport industry. As part of Alongside the major advantage of direct-measuring tire pressure monitoring ongoing development activities, international automotive supplier Continental systems - providing drivers with accurate, tire-specific information about the is widening the range of functions available with its tire pressure sensors. actual tire pressure - additional functions are now also being implemented Where in the past only special vehicles were capable of checking permitted axle step-by-step in series production vehicles. For example, one Asian manufacloads, future vehicles will be able to calculate this information automatically on turer now offers customers a subfunction of the Filling Assistant presented by the basis of data from their tire pressure sensors. “In the past, it was more or Continental: a first vehicle model now automatically generates a short acoustic less up to drivers to ‘guess-timate’ to the best of their abilities whether or not signal during filling once the required tire pressure has been reached. the maximum permitted payload of a car had already been reached,” explains Andreas Wolf, head of the Body & Security Business Unit at Continental. “In This ensures that the tires always run on the correct pressure, even if they are the future, the vehicle will be able to tell the driver after just a few hundred me- filled using non-calibrated filling equipment. Rolling resistance is reduced as ters whether the payload has already exceeded the maximum permitted limit, a result, and the tires perform to their maximum capability in terms of safety or whether the tire pressure would simply need to be adjusted accordingly. In and comfort. this way, our tire pressure sensors will not only help to save fuel, but also offer active assistance in terms of vehicle safety.” source : conti-online.com The technology behind load detection For the automatic load detection system, the engineers at Continental take advantage of the physical properties of vehicle tires. The contact patch of the tire

Yokohama Rubber Posts Record Sales and Earnings in 2012 The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it posted record figures for Goodyear to Announce Fourth Quarter 2012 Financial Results net sales, for operating income, and for net income in fiscal 2012 (January to December 2012). The historic sales and earnings performance reflected strong growth in The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company will report fourth quarter 2012 sales of tires to automakers in Japan, a business recovery in industrial prodfinancial results on February 12, to be followed by an investor conference call ucts, success in securing market acceptance for price increases, a decline in raw material costs, continuing progress in reducing costs, and the weakening at 9 a.m. Participating in the conference call will be Richard J. Kramer, chairman and of the yen toward the end of the year. chief executive officer, and Darren R. Wells, executive vice president and chief Two thousand twelve was Yokohama’s first 12-month fiscal period since the financial officer. Approximately 45 minutes prior to the commencement of the call, the comcompany shifted to calendar-year accounting in 2011, from April-to-March pany will post the financial and other related information that will be pre- accounting, so formal year-on-year comparisons are impossible. The following descriptions of percent change are in reference to arbitrary, 12-month sums sented on its investor relations Web site: investor.goodyear.com. Investors, members of the media and other interested persons can access the of the figures for January to March 2011 (the fourth quarter of the fiscal year conference call on the Web site or via telephone by calling either (800) 895- ended March 2011) and April to December 2011 (the irregular, nine-month 1085 or (785) 424-1055 before 8:55 a.m. on February 12 and providing the fiscal term that resulted from the shift in fiscal accounting periods). Conference ID “Goodyear.” A taped replay will be available later that day by calling (800) 695-1624 or (402) 530-9026. The replay will also remain available on the Web site. Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs approximately 70,000 people and manufactures its products in 53 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. source : goodyear.com

Net income at Yokohama in 2012 increased 187.3% over the previous year, to 32.6 billion yen, on an 85.7% increase in operating income, to 49.7 billion yen, and a 0.3% increase in net sales, to 559.7 billion yen. Yokohama bettered its projections of 30.0 billion yen for net income and 49.0 billion yen for operating income, though the total for net sales was lower than the company’s projection of 576.0 billion yen. Management intends to increase the annual dividend 2 yen above the amount announced in November 2012, to 20 yen - an interim dividend of 8 yen and a year-end dividend of 12 yen. source : yrc.co.jp

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HEAVY Bobcat Adds Rebar Bender Attachment

drels that provide the ability to bend rebar into a variety of angles and repeat bends for added efficiency and consistency. It offers the ability to bring the equipment right on the job site when conditions are soft, rough or muddy. Rebar up to a number 6 grade can be bent up to 200 degrees, and the remote attachment control (RAC) allows for easy, safe operation of the rebar bender from outside the cab, and allows operators to start and stop their idled loader or Toolcat utility work machine from outside the cab. The wired remote control starts and stops the rotation of the bend pin. An optional bar stop is available that can be set at almost any angle for an automatic stop and a repeatable angle setting. Compatible machines for the rebar attachment include all Bobcat skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders, all-wheel steer loaders and Toolcat utility work machines.

The Bobcat rebar bender has a height of 20.1 in. (51 cm), width of 23.5 in. (59 cm), depth of 16.7 in. (42.4 cm) and weight of 330 lbs. (149 kg). It has a Bobcat Company has added a rebar bender attachment to its line up. maximum hydraulic flow of 24 gpm (91 L). Mounted on the left Bob-Tach mount, the rebar bender comes with five man- source : bobcat.com

Reachmaster Adds Lithium-Powered Bluelift Access Platforms to Lineup building, and it is easy to see why battery power is by far the desirable solution.” Standard battery solutions have been available on larger compact lifts for decades, but the lack of physical space on the small units has remained an obstacle, Christensen explained. “Taking the lithium battery technology to new limits means thinking outside the box, and that’s exactly what Bluelift has done. The new system is smaller than anything else we’ve seen, yet offering more power, and the ability to transfer it from unit to unit makes it possible for fleet owners to share one system between several machines,” he said. “The new patent-pending power management system is also going to help customers get the maximum out of the units.” When operating in conditions where the combustion engine can be used, the Although lithium-powered compact lifts are not new, the ability to combine system will automatically determine which power source is the most efficient and draw power from either the batteries or start the engine, which according lithium batteries to ReachMaster saves battery life and the environment. and a combustion engine on the same unit is ground breaking, according to Ebbe Christensen, president of ReachMaster Inc. “We’ve been involved in pio- “When you add these new features to all the standard features like auto-setneering lithium solutions before, and the challenge has always remained to ting of outriggers, automatic start-and-stop functions, basket rotation, 110V make a system that is compact enough to fit even the smallest units and still and air/water to the basket, and single door access for most units to name a leave space for an outdoor combustion engine and thereby making it a true few, we believe Bluelift has raised the bar again without jeopardizing its position as the most affordable product line in its category” Christensen said. hybrid,” he said. ReachMaster is introducing track-mounted compact aerial platforms that offer lithium hybrid power for all Bluelift models ranging from 39- to 72-ft. work heights. The lithium system can be easily transferred from one unit to another and offers an energy-saving system that modulates the RPM of the electric motor, saving up to 20% battery power. The lifts also have a management system that automatically selects between lithium and combustion engine, said Christensen. The new lithium solutions from Bluelift are available both as lithium-only units, as well as hybrid units, where the lift can draw power from either the battery system or the combustion engine.

Unfortunately, ReachMaster will not introduce the new lithium-powered lifts at The Rental Show. “We had planned on not only showing the latest news from Bluelift, but also introducing our new line of specialty electric scissor lifts from Germany at ARA,” Christensen said. “However, ARA was not able to accommodate us when we wanted to book the space about five months out.” He added that ReachMaster could not book exhibit space earlier due to negotiations taking place for Christensen take over ReachMaster last year. “When we were ready in October, the show had apparently already sold out,” he added.

According to Christensen, the main problem for all the compact track-based lifts, no matter brands, has been the fact that their electric motor was designed for 220V direct supply, and when converted to run on 110V, the result was significantly slower speed, as well as frequently exceeding the power supply in U.S. buildings. This would result in circuit breakers frequently popping and disrupting the work as not all buildings offers 220V.

While the units will not be shown at The Rental Show, Christensen confirms that orders can be taken now, and ReachMaster will be present during the show days next week in Las Vegas.

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Kawasaki Loader Goes the Distance for Kinsella Quarries You wouldn’t be wrong if you said Doug Eaton and the 2002 Kawasaki 95Z5 he operates have aged together. Eaton, who has worked at Kinsella Quarries since he was 16 years old, has spent 20,000 hours operating this loader, which has more than 25,000 hours on it. When the time came to add to its fleet, Kinsella knew it couldn’t go wrong with another 95Z5. “We needed to add to our fleet or I never would have made this purchase,” said Thomas Kinsella, Kinsella Quarries’ president. “The old loader is operating “We have a relationship with Tracey Road Equipment’s founder, Jerry Tracey, just fine.” that goes back to 1976,” he said. “Over the years, we have had tremendous customer support from both Kawasaki and Tracey Road Equipment. Kawasaki And by fine Kinsella means running daily, continuous operation for five or six makes one type of product — wheel loaders — and their entire organization days a week, every week, and never having experienced a major failure during has been finely honed to specialize in designing and manufacturing the best its 25,000 hours in service. loaders possible and supporting those loaders in a manner second to none.” About Kinsella Quarries “Some time ago we noticed that there was a trend toward cleaner aggregate product being specified for local construction projects,” Kinsella said. “We Kinsella Quarries of Fayetteville, N.Y., has been serving the greater Syracuse have also started to see some very specific aggregate blends being specified, area since 1967. The quarry’s primary product offerings include crushed stone, which we had not experienced in the past. sized stone, washed sand and topsoil. “We have had quite a few projects in the area such as athletic fields and green infrastructure areas where the ideas is to have less water run off,” he added. “To achieve that specialty washed sands are necessary. We made the decision that if we were going to maintain our percentage of the market for aggregate products in central New York that we needed to make a major investment in some stone washing equipment to better serve our customers. We worked with a local equipment supplier to set up a plant that included equipment from Grasan, Diester, Universal and Greystone to assemble a state of the art wash plant.

Long before Kinsella Quarries became an entity, there was JP Kinsella Coal Company founded by T.H. Kinsella’s, Thomas’ father. In 1939, T.H. extended the sale of hand-picked stone and top soil to go along with the coal that his father sold. T.H. and his young sons Tommy and John mined the earth to provide the raw material needed for the stone walls and foundations.

In 1960, John and Tommy introduced the use of a crusher and screen to the quarry’s operation. In the decades following T.H. Kinsella has become a major source of crushed stone for eastern Onondaga and western Madison counties To feed this plant we made the decision to purchase a new Kawasaki 95Z.” while it continues to serve local municipalities, private contractors and homKinsella looked hard at cost of operation. To determine that, he considered eowners. initial investment, fuel consumption, maintenance cost and longevity. After reviewing all of these factors it became clear to him that he should stick with source : thkinsella.com Kawasaki. He subsequently purchased a new Kawasaki 95Z5-2. Kinsella’s local Kawasaki distributor is Tracey Road Equipment.

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Terex Fuchs MHL360 E Boosts Power, Reduces Emissions, Improves Load Cycles The Terex Fuchs MHL360 E material handler offers the Blue Evolution approach to machine design. Featuring a six-cylinder, 254-hp (190 kW) turbo-charged engine, the At the BAUMA 2013 international trade fair, in Munich on April 15-21 2013, MHL360 E offers more power than the D Series, while improving fuel conKomatsu Europe International sumption and meeting stringent Tier IVi emissions standards, according to n.v. will showcase their industry leading technologies, fuel efficient machines the manufacturer. and exclusive products and services, all designed and manufactured to provide customers with an advanced and complete solution to run a successful The engine and hydraulic system of the new MHL360 E material handler business in the earthmoving industry. efficiently work together to offer fluid load cycles, resulting in faster operatIn a world premiere, Komatsu will present a new dozer and an excavator ing cycles at increased efficiency. The high-performance hydraulic system built around Komatsu’s revolutionary concept of intelligent Machine Control features a separate slewing circuit, allowing machine swiveling to quickly (iMC), which can change the future of the construction business. At Bauma start and stop. Offering simultaneous swiveling and lifting functions with 2013, these 2 exclusive machines will demonstrate in a live performance precision, the handler is more responsive to operator commands, even how they will help customers enhance their productivity, reduce costs of when handling heavy loads. operations and improve job site safety. source : komatsu.eu source : terex.com www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

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ekol shapes Its Human Resources With An Experienced Name

New appointment for IHC Asia Pacific signals growth

Şebnem Ustomar, a globally experienced HR manager of many years, has been appointed to the Human Resources Management of Ekol Logistics, one of the leading logistics companies in Turkey and in Europe. Şebnem UstomarEkol, staying focused on its target to become a global logistics firm with its investments in Europe, continues its growth with Şebnem Ustomar, an experienced HR manager in many global companies. Şebnem Ustomar, a 1989 graduate from the department of English Language and Education of Marmara University, has been appointed as the CPO (Chief People Officer) of Ekol Logistics. Şebnem Ustomar started her business life in Glaxo Süstaş in 1991, moved on to Lilly İlaç in 1994 and worked for British American Tobacco in 1996. Ustomar then took various positions at DuPont Products between 1997-2004 where she was appointed for Turkey, Egypt and United Arab Emirates in the Human Resources area in 2003. Ustomar worked as Organizational Management and Development Manager in Frito Lay (an affiliate of PepsiCo International) between 2004-2008. Şebnem Ustomar was employed as Human Resources Director of Arzum Elektrikli Ev Aletleri in 2009. In 2011, she became the Human Resources Manager of Tadım Gıda Maddeleri Sanayi. source : ekol.com

Con-way Multimodal Names Cory Bingham Director of Business Development Con-way Multimodal, a freight brokerage division of Con-way Inc.’s operating unit Menlo Worldwide Logistics, named Cory Bingham as director of business development. In this role, Bingham becomes the sales leader for Con-way Multimodal and is responsible for developing sales strategy, influencing market share and growth while also providing strategic leadership to account executive teams. “Cory’s combination of leadership, sales, logistics and transportation experience is exactly what we need to further advance our services,” said Tommy Barnes, president of Con-way Multimodal. “He will be instrumental in motivating and mentoring a sales team that is dynamic and agile.” Bingham joins Con-way Multimodal from LinkAmerica, a regional truckload, dedicated and brokerage organization where he was the vice president of logistics. Prior to LinkAmerica he was vice president of transportation operations at Greatwide Logistics Services in Dallas. Bingham began his career as an account executive for Watkins Motor Lines and from there held several other positions that included operations manager and product and development supervisor.

Bingham will be based at Con-way Multimodal’s headquarters in Dallas. source : con-way.com

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IHC Asia Pacific, the regional headquarters of IHC Merwede in Singapore, has announced the appointment of Francis Tang as Product Director for the Product Market Combination team responsible for global sales and marketing of service and support vessels. Currently Managing Director of the Singapore office of a major international ship design company, he has extensive knowledge of the markets in which IHC Merwede operates. In his new role, Mr Tang will lead the development of two new offshore support vessels, the IHC Packhorse™ and IHC Packhorse™-maxi – the first in a range of products that will be developed by the IHC Asia Pacific office, which reinforces IHC Merwede’s internationalisation strategy. This will involve working with local third-party designers and liaising with IHC Merwede’s inhouse design and engineering resources. The announcement of Mr Tang’s appointment coincided with the launch of both of IHC Packhorse vessels. They will be built in Asia through the cooperation agreement with Singapore-based specialist offshore shipbuilder Jaya Holdings, and this project will be managed by IHC Asia Pacific. Regional CEO Denis Welch says, “We welcome Mr Tang to our regional headquarters – his appointment is a sign of the company’s expansion in this region and its commitment to our growing Asian customer base. “Asia Pacific is a major international maritime oil and gas hub, and holds a great deal of potential for our extensive range of innovative vessels and advanced equipment. The IHC Packhorse range represents IHC Merwede’s first move to extend our product portfolio into the volume market, while we continue to be a dependable partner for specialist offshore operators.” source : ihcmerwede.com

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Makassar city’s history Early cities and airports Makassar in estuaries Tallo with small commercial port in the region at the end of the XV century. Portuguese sources proclaiming bookie Tallo was initially under the kingdom afternoon around Pangkajene, but in the mid-sixteenth century, Tallo united with a small kingdom called Gowa other, and began to break away from the empire Spot, which even invade and conquer surrounding kingdoms. Due to the intense agricultural activity upstream Tallo, resulting in siltation of rivers Tallo, so bookie Jeneberang moved to the mouth of the river, this is the power development occurs by the noble palace of Gowa-Tallo who later built the fortress defenses Somba Opu, for the next one hundred years later became core area of Makassar. In the reign of the King of Gowa XVI Fort Rotterdam is well established in the north, the Government was still under the rule of the kingdom of Gowa Kingdom, during which an increase in activity in the commercial sector local, regional and international, political sector by sector and physical development of the kingdom. This period is the Kingdom of Gowa’s heyday, but then with the Kingdom of Gowa deliver Bungaya agreement at the beginning of the collapse. Makassar is the main export commodity of rice, which can be exchanged for spices in the Moluccas and manufactured goods from the Middle East, India and China in the western archipelago. From the report merchant Portugal and local lontara records, it is known that an important role in the Malays merchant trades based on an exchange of agricultural surplus with imported goods. ¬ empire by conquering the surrounding kingdoms, which are generally based agrarian Similarly, the Makassar increase the production of the commodity meant, in fact, in attacking the small kingdoms, the noble Makassar not only mastered the on-farm it, but try also to persuade and compel local merchants to be moved to Makassar, so that trade is increasingly concentrated in the new commercial airport.

changes in ¬-order changes in the international trading period. The main center of trade networks in Malacca was conquered by Portugal in 1511, the North Java dwindling fleet following the defeat at the hands of Portugal and divisions with the kingdom of Mataram. Even when Malacca was taken over by the Dutch VOC Trade Company in 1641, many Portuguese merchants participate moved to Makassar. Until the first half of the 17th century, Makassar trying to stretch his power to most of Eastern Indonesia by conquering Selayar Island and surrounding kingdoms Wolio in Buton, Bima on Sumbawa, Banggai and Gorontalo in Sulawesi and the eastern part of the North as well as an agreement with the kingdom Ceram-kingdoms and other islands in the Moluccas. Internationally, as one important part of the Muslim world, the Sultan of Makassar established trade relations and diplomatic ties with the kingdom-the kingdom ¬ Banten and West Aceh, Indonesia, Golconda in India and the Ottoman Empire in the Middle East. Makassar relationship with the Muslim world begins with the presence Khatib Abdul Ma’mur Single or Dato ‘Ri Bandang from Minangkabau of West Sumatra, who arrived in Tallo (now Makassar) in September 1605. He Islamize King Gowa XIV I ¬ MANGNGARANGI Daeng MANRABIA the title Sultan Alauddin (reigned 1593-1639), and with Mangkubumi I-Daeng MALLINGKAANG MANYONRI Karaeng KATANGKA also as King Tallo. Both of these kings, who began to embrace Islam in South Sulawesi. On 9

November 1607, precisely on Friday, they held the first Friday prayers at the mosque Tallo and officially declared the Kingdom of Gowa-Tallo tetah embraced Islam, at the same time anyway, was held Friday prayers at the mosque in Somba Opu Mangallekana. This is the next date is celebrated as the anniversary of the city of Makassar since 2000, the previous day so Makassar city fell In a century, Makassar become one of the world’s leading commercial city inon April 1. habited by more than 100,000 people (and this includes the world’s 20th largest city in those days the population of Amsterdam, the largest city of its main SOURCE : bahasa.makassarkota.go.id - www.indonesialogisticsonline.com enemy, the Netherlands, only around 60,000 people) were cosmopolitan and multicultural. Napier airport developments so rapidly that, thanks to do with www.indonesialogisticsonline.com | vol.04 | IV | FEB - MAR 2013

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Lufthansa Cargo transports millions of flowers for Valentine’s Day

Siemens wins Transportation Ticketing Award 2013 for innovative smartcard

At the Transport Ticketing Conference in London, Siemens Mobility and Logistics has won Lufthansa Cargo is flying millions of red roses on fully-laden freighters to Euthe MasterCard Transport Ticketing Award 2013 in the category “Ticketing rope technology of the year” for developing the dual-function smartcard. in time for bumper sales at high-street florists on Valentine’s Day on 14 FebruThe fifth Transport Ticketing Conference & Expo took place in London from ary. All told in the next few days, the cargo carrier will be shipping to Frankfurt January 28-30, 2013. The conference is Europe’s largest event for transport around 1000 tonnes of lovers’ tokens from Africa and South America. companies, local authorities and sector representatives for passenger services, covering all aspects of ticketing. As part of this conference, the first The major countries exporting roses are Kenya, Colombia and Ecuador. Lufwinners of the MasterCard Transport Ticketing Awards were announced. Inthansa Cargo serves all three of the exporting nations with several freighter novative inventions were honored in five categories covering ticketing and services weekly from its Frankfurt hub. For Valentine’s Day, normal frequenfare management. cies on the route will be upped by several extra flights in order to accommodate huge demand. Flowers need to be transported fast and with extra care. For this year’s award, Siemens put forward a dual-function smartcard which Lufthansa Cargo has developed a special product, Fresh/td, for the transport integrates different means of transport. The smartcard, in credit card format, of perishable goods with an own competence team taking care of the sensican be used intermodally for different means of transport and interoperably tive shipments. for different transport companies and fare networks as well as the associated service providers. Its dual functionality also enables the smartcard to be The airline’s sophisticated logistics with cooling systems in the cargo hold and, used for “Check-in/Check-out” (CiCo) access control systems and the “Be-in/ not least, the expertise of the growers in the exporting countries, ensure that Be-out” (BiBo) principle. the roses arrive fresh and crispy at their destination. Immediately after they are harvested by the growers, the flowers are dispatched on the fastest route to be packaged and loaded straight into the holds of the cargo airline’s freighters. That way, they land in all their splendor at Frankfurt Airport. Their transport to onward destinations across Europe is coordinated at the hub of Lufthansa Cargo.

Unlike the CiCo principle, in which passengers actively scan their access pass with a terminal, the BiBo system offers maximum convenience for users. The smartcard is automatically recorded on entering and leaving the vehicle as well as at intervals during the trip using a contactless monitoring system. The route taken and any changes of class are automatically logged. Only the most economical fare option for the route actually taken will be charged.

Aside from Nairobi and Bogota, a notable share of the total of rose shipments source : siemens.com reaches Frankfurt from Ecuador’s capital Quito, known as the City of Eternal Spring. The constantly mild climate furnishes overseas rose producers with ideal conditions for cultivating flowers, which are in bloom throughout the year so that buyers in Europe can be sure of fresh supplies in any season. Although they are transported by air, imported flowers are more environmentfriendly than those cultivated in Europe, since the latter, according to a study from Britain’s Cranfield University, require artificial irrigation and heated greenhouses, which generate more carbon emissions. source : lufthansa-cargo.com

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UNDP join shipping industry in job creation initiative in Somalia Grahaeme Henderson, Vice President Shell Shipping said: “The safety of seafarers is the priority of all of us involved in this maritime industry led initiative. By working with the UNDP to help provide alternative livelihoods we hope to support local communities and help reduce the threat to seafarers in the area.” The UNDP has been selected because of its existing footprint in coastal and city centres in Somalia and the alignment of the objectives of the shipping industry partners with those of the UNDP’s “Alternative Livelihoods to Piracy in Puntland and Central regions” project.

Shell, BP, Maersk, Stena and the Japanese shipping The UNDP will focus on supporting long term youth employment with the aim of providing viable employment alternatives to piracy for Somalia’s youth in the agriculture, livestock and fishing companies NYK, MOL and “K” Line industries. For example, this funding will support the creation of a business development centre have announced their joint collaboration with the United for local entrepreneurs. The funding will also help the UNDP to build up local youth facilities to Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to support job encourage community collaboration and mutual support. Our hope is that this shipping industry led initiative will help lay the foundation for a future generation in Somalia that has choices and creation and capacity building projects in Somalia. no longer supports or condones piracy. This collaboration between many in the shipping industry and UNDP is the first step in an initiative, launched in The shipping industry initiative will provide additional funding of US$1.5 million to support other February 2012, designed to make a contribution to the capacity building projects in Somalia and this will be the subject of a further announcement. rebuilding of a stable Somalia and thus reduce the risk of source : shell.com piracy to seafarers in the Indian Ocean.

Almajdouie Group involved through JV in securing Big Project for Etihad Rails Almajdouie Group, Member to the Cargo Equipment Experts CEE network, is pleased and proud to secure a big project for the Etihad Rail in UAE for the shipment and handling of rail wagons as stated by Mr. Feng Lin, General Manager of Almajdouies JV company, MaxXLogistics. Almajdouies JV Maxx considers this project as a big achievement for them as it is a long-term project that would bring significant revenue for the company. This achievement and success in handling the project were the fruit of MaxXLogistics team’s hard work and teamwork. Maxx will be handling the shipment and transportation of rail wagons which will be used in Phase 1 of the Etihad Rail Project, which will link Shah-HabshanRuwais rail line in the Western Region of UAE for the transport of granulated sulphur. The first shipment of wagons arrived at Mina Zayed and transportation to its destination started in the month of January 2013. Etihad Rail Project is a government-owned project and is in partnership with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) which aims to deliver significant strategic benefits such as providing a secure transportation link between UAE and its GCC neighbors. MaxXLogistics is a joint venture between Almajdouie (Saudi Arabia) and Sinotrans Limited of China with headquarter based in Jebel Ali, UAE. Maxx fo-

Dubai’s Dnata plans Heathrow logistics city

cuses on offering 3PL services which offers full span of logistics services that includes warehousing (Ambient and Temperature-controlled), distribution, freight forwarding, overland transportation, FCL & LCL shipment consolidation, project logistics as well as door to door logistics services, and other value-added services. Maxx is fully-equipped with all resources including latest technology like WMS with RFID system, etc. Almajdouies JV, MaxXLogistics has around 23,415 CBM storage capacity in warehouse including 17,448 CBM Ambient and 5,967 CBM Temperature-controlled storage capacity. source : almajdouie.com

Dubai-based air services provider dnata has revealed details of a plan to build a purpose built cargo logistics centre at the heart of London Heathrow Airport. Dnata City will include a 20-acre cargo complex centred around five air freight warehouses, a transportation facility and yard for airside operations enclosed in a security-fenced area. “As a global player in the air cargo business, dnata is committed to making a strong contribution to improving Heathrow Airport’s air cargo infrastructure,” said Gary Morgan, CEO of dnata’s UK operations. “We were concerned about the lack of new air cargo facilities and felt the need to step forward to create and deliver industry-leading air cargo services which will shape the future of our industry at Heathrow,” he added. Two of the dnata City buildings — the 140,000 sq ft Cargo Point and 79,000 sq ft West Poin t— currently handle 21 wide-body flights daily for Virgin Atlantic, with a 60,000 square foot facility nearby at Bedfont Road dedicated to Cathay Pacific’s passenger and freighter cargo operations. The dnata City complex will also encompass the handler’s existing 60,000 sq ft self-contained transport yard, where it has a fleet of 85 trucks providing 24/7 coverage with 4,000 truck movements currently servicing 656 flights every week.

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