APL’s Eagle REACH. Guaranteed, becomes daily

SINGAPORE: APL, part of the CMA CGM Group, a world leader in shipping and logistics, has announced that the Eagle REACH. Guaranteed, a day-definite arrival rail service from Los Angeles to Kansas City, Chicago, Memphis, Dallas and New York will depart daily instead of weekly from  1st November 2019.

Extending the money-back-guaranteed offering beyond shipments onboard APL’s US flagged Eagle Express 1 (EX1) service, shippers with cargo onboard the South China Loop 1 (SC1) and Pendulum Loop 1 (PE1) services that call the US West Coast weekly will now be able to secure their day-definite cargo arrival at the designated North America inland locations on rail via APL’s enhanced Eagle REACH. Guaranteed.

“The daily rail departure of Eagle REACH. Guaranteed is an upgrade from the current weekly departure from Los Angeles. This translates into significantly improved transit times for shippers who can now immediately move their cargo on rail to the destined inland locations, on top of knowing the definite arrival day. By extending the product to the SC1 and PE1 services, we reach a wider group of shippers, enabling them to manage their logistics and supply chain planning with more precision,” said Jesper Stenbak, APL Senior Vice President of Trans-Pacific Trade.

Eagle REACH. Guaranteed forms part of APL’s suite of Eagle Guaranteed services including Eagle GO. Guaranteed and Eagle GET. Guaranteed.

Eagle GO. Guaranteed for North American-bound cargo secures APL shippers space and equipment originating from all direct and non-direct loading ports in Asia and Middle East. Cargo from non-direct loading ports will be assured of equipment at the origin and vessel space onboard the first leg, as they en-route to the trans-shipment hubs for priority shipping to the US and Canada.

APL’s Eagle GET. Guaranteed assures chassis from APL’s very own dedicated pool with container on wheels within 2 hours of cargo discharge from EX1, SC1 and PE1 services at the Fenix terminal in Los Angeles. Customers will also enjoy express access via Fenix terminal’s bobtail gate for swift cargo pick-up.

“APL’s Eagle Guaranteed services offer a wholistic suite of end-to-end solutions that are tailor-made for the different needs of our customers. They allow shippers to make more informed decisions and adapt their supply chain plan with greater flexibility,” elaborated Stenbak.

Evergreen & Samsung Heavy signs Ultra-Large Containership deal

SEOUL: Samsung Heavy Industries has signed shipbuilding deals for Evergreen’s latest Ultra-Large Containerships, valued at a total of USD 920 million.

The order was placed for the construction of six of the world’s largest container ships, with a capacity of 23,000 TEUs, by May 2022.

The giants will feature a length of 400 meters and a width of 61.5 meters. They will be capable of transporting 23,764 twenty-foot containers at once.

The order exceeds Samsung Heavy’s previous Ultra-Large Containership, that can transport 23,756 containers, delivered to Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) in July 2019.

Samsung Heavy said the vessels will be equipped with its latest smart ship technologies for low fuel consumption and safe sailing. “The demand for ultra-large containerships is expected to continue as global ship owners have reduced cost through an economy of scale,” an SHI official said, adding that the shipbuilder is therefore expected to “keep leading the ultra-large boxships market.”

The latest contract has pushed Samsung Heavy’s orderbook to USD 5.1 billion so far this year. It now includes 35 vessels, meeting 65 percent of the shipbuilder’s annual target of USD 7.8 billion.

In September 2019, the Taiwanese shipping major Evergreen confirmed its plans to build a total of ten 23,000 TEU containerships at three shipyards.

Apart from the units ordered from SHI, the company said that China’s Jiangnan Shipyard and Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding would construct another two ships each.

The value of the entire order stands between USD 1.4 billion and USD 1.6 billion.

Essar Ports honoured for CSR initiatives at Seatrade Maritime Awards 2019

MUMBAI: Essar Ports Ltd. has won the Award for its Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives recently. Being a responsible corporate committed to making a positive social impact, Essar Ports has been actively working towards improving education, environment, health care and livelihood for the community. The Award was received by Capt. Sukhdev Singh Bhamra on behalf of Essar Ports Ltd.

Taking place on the first evening of UAE Maritime Week, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, and the Chairman of the Executive Council, the Awards ceremony is a highlight in the shipping awards calendar.

The ceremony recognises individuals and organisations that have made noteworthy impact on the market over the course of the past year.

Seatrade Maritime is the largest global media portfolio connecting individuals and corporates to the international maritime market. Its events, publications, awards and websites encompass all aspects of maritime activity. They encourage innovation and facilitate better communication within the industry.

The Award is a matter for great pride for all of us at Essar Ports. It strengthens our belief in growing in unison with the community, and working towards a better and sustainable future, said a company release.

Maersk empowers S Trade opportunities & simplified Cargo movementEs in Odisha with new

MUMBAI: Maersk, the Global integrator of Container Logistics, recently successfully completed its first import shipment to Sambalpur from the Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Jharsuguda (Odisha). The shipment carrying 80 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent unit) was delivered to Shyam Metalics. Whilst a few of the top customers in the region have already moved containers on the import side – with more in the pipeline, this delivery is testament to Maersk’s efforts to unlock new trade opportunities in Odisha by leveraging the operational commencement of the ICD situated in Jharsuguda.

 

All major metal customers have shown interest in the import leg as well since there is a clear value to it. Prompted by the need to bring the container inventory closer to the customer needs, the ICD aims to reduce the complexities in the supply chain, enabling small and medium-sized businesses to multiply the benefits of trade. This will further encourage inclusive growth and prosperity across the region. Strategically located in Odisha’s prime industrial belt, the ICD can deliver empty containers to the customers in a matter of hours, helping them reduce transportation costs by almost 15-20%.

 

Commenting on this milestone achievement, Mr. Steve Felder, Managing Director, Maersk South Asia, said, “Small and medium sized businesses, being significant sources of innovation and job creation, are some of the largest contributors to the Country’s economy. While trade is a key enabler of growth and prosperity, as global integrator of container logistics, our aim is to simplify it further by facilitating end-to-end logistics, reducing the transit time and cost to make it more accessible and sustainable for everyone. 

We believe that this will empower the local trade ecosystem to become more inclusive, thereby amplifying livelihood across the region.”

With a plan to run a weekly export train providing a doorstep pickup and delivery, the company has projections of handling in excess of 4,000 TEUs on an annual basis. Coupled with the availability of Receipt for Shipment (RFS) facility, ICD Jharsuguda will further help slash the transit time of shipments from 10 days to 5 days, thus helping customers address their logistical challenges across the supply chain. The company is witnessing demand from metal customers and plans to further expand its services to other verticals moving forward.

“Efficiency is the key to any business success, and we are here to reduce the complexities in logistics, so that our customers can focus on their business growth extracting more value from trade.” said Mr. Akshyat Bhatia, Head of Intermodal, Maersk South Asia.

 

Pleased with the export delivery, Mr. Vinod Agrawal, General Manager Logistics, Vedanta Aluminium Ltd., said “We have availed ‘end to end’ factory stuffing services of Maersk Jharsuguda ICD for a trial period of 2 months and executed 500 TEU’s so far. Maersk has provided seamless service in this regard, with complete ownership. This is a classic example of expertise that Maersk offers in Logistics & Services. Jharsuguda ICD is strategically located to provide value addition to all customers in this region for import & export. We look forward higher volume & further collaboration with Maersk in this regard. “

 

Likewise, Mr. Saurav Das, DGM Sales and Marketing, Shyam Metalics & Energy Ltd., mentioned, “Maersk has provided us with hassle-free and end-to-end logistics solutions. As we see a clear value-delivery and new business growth opportunities through this product, we expect to increase our volumes in the near-future post successful import delivery.”

 

NYK joins “Getting to Zero Coalition” for accelerating maritime shipping's decarbonization

TOKYO: NYK has joined the Getting to Zero Coalition, a partnership among the Global Maritime Forum, the Friends of Ocean action, and the World Economic Forum that builds on the Call to Action in Support of Decarbonization launched and signed by more than 70 leaders from across the maritime industry and financial institutions.

The Coalition is committed to getting commercially viable deep-sea zero-emission vessels powered by zero-emission fuels into operation by 2030 to realize the IMO’s ambition to reduce GHG emissions, thus accelerating maritime shipping's decarbonization.

In its medium-term management plan “Staying Ahead 2022 with Digitalization and Green” released in 2018, NYK announced the group’s intent to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives into management strategy to positively address the tough issues that challenge our society. In fact, NYK has positioned climate change as one of the company’s most important issues, and is working to implement next-generation fuels such as LNG fuels to aid marine-fuel decarbonization.

NYK aims to contribute to environmental preservation for maintaining a sustainable society.

“K” Line publishes 100-Year History entitled “Voyaging Through Time”

TOKYO: Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” Line) is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year. As part of our centennial commemoration, it has published a company history entitled “Voyaging Through Time” and posted it on our company website.
This publication describes how “K” Line has proceeded in its course over the last century and includes a multiple number of photos and illustrations. In this April, we released a Corporate Profile Video which introduces our 100-year history and present organization. It is our hope that you will deepen your understanding of our company’s activities through this publication and video. As an integrated logistics company, our corporate principle is to help enrich the lives of people. Our goal is to pass this principle on throughout the next 100 years and strive to earn the trust from all around the world, said a “K” Line release.

PSA begins new chapter in Singapore with Tuas Port, building ecosystem to synergise Port Operations & co-create Supply Chain Orchestration

SINGAPORE: PSA Corporation Limited (PSA) celebrated a significant milestone on 3rd October with the Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr Lee Hsien Loong, placing a torch on the grounds of Tuas Port to symbolize the start of a new and exciting chapter in the nation’s rich maritime history.

 Tuas Port represents the future of the Singapore Transhipment Hub. With 26 kilometres of deepwater berths (up to 23 metres chart datum), and capable of handling 65 million 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs) annually, Tuas Port is designed to meet and exceed the future demands of the world’s largest mega-vessels, mega-alliances, and mega-networks. 

 

To deliver new heights of efficiency, productivity, and environmental sustainability, Tuas Port incorporates innovations such as intelligent data-driven operations management systems, wharf and yard automation, full-electric automated guided vehicles, as well as smart engineering and power management platforms. 

To be progressively developed in four phases, Tuas Port’s first berths are scheduled to commence operations in 2021. When completed in 2040, Tuas Port is anticipated to be the world’s single largest fully automated terminal in the world. Beyond container handling capabilities, Tuas Port will also be a key nucleus and multiplier of a wider Tuas Ecosystem. Comprising synergistic industries and supply chain nodes interlinked by a seamless mesh of physical and digital connections, the Tuas Ecosystem is poised to orchestrate creative supply chain solutions to further the connectivity of Singapore’s future economy. Mr Peter Voser, Group Chairman of PSA International, said, “Tuas is an opportunity for us to reinvigorate and reimagine. By venturing beyond the physical port into complementary logistics capabilities and integrated digital systems, PSA will take the lead in transforming the industry to better deliver holistic cargo solutions for our customers and promote greater supply chain efficiency. The integrated Tuas Ecosystem sets the stage for Singapore to not only consolidate our position as the world’s largest transhipment hub, but also reinvent ourselves as a leading global supply chain and logistics centre.

 

I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to the Government, our customers and business partners for their unwavering support over the years. And to our dedicated team of staff, unions and management, my heartfelt thanks to each of you for being alongside PSA as we celebrate this significant milestone in our journey thus far.”

 

 Earlier in the morning, PSA held a torch relay which started from its first container berth in Tanjong Pagar Terminal. Accompanied by a contingent of PSA staff, unions and management, the torch made its way through Keppel and Brani Terminals before being transported by prime mover to Pasir Panjang Terminals. From there, the torch was conveyed by a flotilla of PSA Marine tugs and harbour craft to Tuas Port. The relay route signifies the development and transformation of PSA over the years, and the passing of the torch by different PSA teams symbolizes unity and continuity as the organisation evolves from generation to generation. PSA’s three city terminals at Tanjong Pagar, Keppel and Brani will move to Tuas Port by 2027. By 2040, Pasir Panjang Terminals will be consolidated at Tuas Port.