Ocean Network Express (Europe) becomes Authorised Economic Operator

SINGAPORE: Ocean Network Express (ONE) is pleased to announce that Ocean Network Express (Europe) Ltd has achieved Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) accreditation. AEO status is an internationally recognised quality mark that shows ONE’s role in the international supply chain is secure and that our customs controls and procedures are efficient and are compliant with European Union Standards. Achieving AEO status has demanded diligent processes and procedures are in place accomplished by our own best practice.

This award and status confirms our approval certification for security and customs transactions globally. Committed to quality this further substantiates ONE as a reliable and trusted carrier for our valued customers. The authorization type is AEOF – Customer simplification and safety and security. ONE authorization number is GB AEOF 00076/19 and is effective immediately. ONE will continue to contribute to people’s everyday life through shipping and logistic needs of customer worldwide, said a ONE release.

CMA CGM Group's brands reorganization on Russian Far East

MARSEILLE: CMA CGM Group has been decided that the scope of APL and CMA CGM in Russia will evolve as of January 1st, 2020.

The allocations of APL on ERX/RUFEX1, ER3/RUFEX2, KR1/RUFEX3, KR2/RUFEX4, JRX Lines will be transferred to CMA CGM, making CMA CGM the sole carrier of the Group on Russian Far East, and the sole deep-sea brand in the 3 corridors of Russian Market: Baltic, Black Sea, Russian Far East.

The above developments are in line with its customer centricity strategy as these changes will help further re-shape the business for faster decision making, provide a simplified set of entry points and enhance customer service levels for its client base.

APL and CMA CGM teams are fully committed to ensuring a smooth transition, making sure that this transfer has no impact on its commercial operations, in Russia and globally.

“We will continue to support your business across all trades and are committed to maintaining strong service levels throughout the transition,” concludes the statement from CMA CGM.

DP World leads in advancement of Global Logistics Industry October 11 , 2019

DUBAI: Global trade enabler DP World is leading the advancement of global logistics industry by harnessing modern-day disruptive technologies. Through strategic network growth, acquisitions and partnerships, DP World successfully established a world-leading logistics infrastructure, diversifying its portfolio to better serve the dynamic trade needs of its customers through the deployment of next-generation technology and innovations that deliver safer, faster, efficient, and more sustainable solutions.

DP World took part in this year’s Gitex (October 6-10), showcasing three breakthrough innovations under the umbrella of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) which features a mega stand themed ‘Gateway to Future Innovations’.

The displayed innovations highlight the company’s commitment to enabling smarter trade by delivering first-in-class logistics solutions and services to make a better future for everyone:

Box-Bay Storage

The technology is going to solve a decades-old problem by giving port operators direct access to any sea container, overcoming the need to “reshuffle” containers whenever one is needed. The expected result is 200 per cent more capacity than a conventional terminal. This is

two-and-a-half to three times more containers per hectare than all competitors can currently do.

The idea is to stack up to 11 shipping containers into vertical columns — about three times the average height currently used — and house each one in an individual compartment.

An automated system can then retrieve each without moving any others.

Inter Terminal Transfer of Container using External Trucks. The main objective of this initiative is to reduce traffic congestion within JAFZA / DP WORLD Terminals for container movement between T1, T2 and T3.

Twist lock Robot:

The “Twist lock Bot” is a robotic arm to remove/engage twist locks on the container without human intervention. It can smartly handle different types of locks of internal trucks. The advanced system offers many great benefits, including increasing safety by removing workforce from pinning station, enhancing productivity by reducing human activity with the robotic arm, and 20% faster than humans performing the same activity.

Block Chain

DP World’s Block Chain project is set to speed up automation of operations through Block chain technology towards a more streamlined and secure procedures. This supports Dubai’s Block Chain strategy.

DP World Group Chairman & CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, said: “We have a vision to enable smarter trade for the benefit of everyone around the world through innovation and data-driven logistics.”

“The pavilion will become a permanent feature of Expo 2020 Dubai’s legacy at District 2020, reinforcing the emirate’s reputation as a knowledge-based economy. It will benefit future generations for years to come, long after the event has ended by introducing young minds to career opportunities in logistics and trade coupled with insights into their vital role in keeping the world moving.”

“Under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, we are excited to play a major role in a new era of global mobility and trade, while showcasing it to the world here in Dubai.”

GMB Ports handle 4% higher cargo between April-Sept ‘19 (YoY)

GANDHINAGAR: The Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) Ports has handled around 200.9 MMT of Cargo between  April-September 2019 registering growth of over 4% on YoY basis. Crude oil cargo shipment stood at 47.9 MMT which is almost 24% of total cargo handled, said a communiqué from GMB.

Gujarat Maritime Board has established itself as Maritime Leader in port development, privatisation and specialised cargo handling in India. It is also the 1st Maritime Board of the Country which was created up in 1982 with a vision "To enhance and harness ports and international trade as vehicles for economic development.”

With foresighted thinking and strategically located longest coastline of 1600 kms, GMB charted a different and unexplored route of port development in 1980s. This was the era when Major Ports enjoyed monopoly over sea freight, with very little or no port capacity with State Governments.

ONE establishes stowage planning hub in Japan

SINGAPORE: ONE has announced the establishment of “Advanced Ocean Container Transportation Engineering Lab” (AOCTEL), a stowage planning hub located in Kumamoto, Japan.

AOCTEL is established to succeed the role and responsibility of Kumamoto Stowage Planning Office. The office was founded by Kozo Keikaku Engineering Inc (“KKE”) for Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha five years ago, and ONE succeeded the service agreement with KKE when liner business of the 3 Japanese shipping lines integrated in April 2018.

After the integration and commencement of ONE’s operation, Kumamoto Stowage Planning Office took on the initiative role among ONE’s global stowage planning offices to strengthen efficiency improvement. To further advance stowage performance, enhance global teamwork and perform beyond best practice, ONE Japan, the subsidiary company of ONE in Japan, and KKE established AOCTEL, as the new partnership with the aim of working collaboratively with an innovative approach in providing best in class quality and service to ONE’s customers.

NYK holds Annual Dry Bulk Safety Conference

TOKYO: NYK held its annual Dry Bulk Safety Conference at the company’s headquarters in Tokyo to share safety awareness and review trouble response for dry bulk vessels.

A total of 75 participants from 41 Japanese shipowners and ship-management companies attended.

This conference has been held every year since 2010 to promote safety through the exchange of ideas and the sharing of information about recent incidents with shipowners and ship-management company personnel in charge of vessel management.

The Dry Bulk Division’s goal is to become the world’s leading dry bulk fleet, and to achieve this aim, participants shared new technology being used for safe and efficient operation and actively exchanged opinions with one another. This year’s topics included the ship quality demanded by global resources companies, the drive recorder that is installed on the bridge to prevent further accidents, and the benefit of using a new fuel-oil additive developed by Nippon Yuka Kogyo Co. Ltd. to lower sulphur and thus help the NYK Group comply with environmental regulations.

In its medium-term management plan “Staying Ahead 2022 with Digitalization and Green” released in March, NYK announced a strategy to achieve sustainable growth. The NYK Group will endeavour to realize safety and high quality transportation, thus responding to environmental issues with various partners.

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.