New members are going on to join Overseas Project Cargo Association from all around the world. Today we are happy to announce you that MAINSTREAM GLOBAL LIMITED is our new member from NEW ZEALAND.

Let's welcome our new member on board of Overseas Project Cargo Association! Have a great cooperation together!

MAINSTREAM GLOBAL LIMITED
ADDRESS: 3 Kiwi Street, Otahuhu, PO Box 58 961, Botany, Auckland, New Zealand
CONTACT: Matt Pearson / National Operations Manager
TEL: +64 9 265 1290
FAX: +64 9 273 8550
WEB: www.mainstream.co.nz

COMPANY PROFILE

Mainstream Logistics can manage all goods from country of origin through to devanning, storage, pick-and-pack and final delivery to customers.

Mainstream Special Cargo caters to challenging or difficult international movements.

They can help with movements that require special attention, equipment and skills to deliver them safely and securely to their correct destination.

Their Special Cargo global transport services include: Vehicles, Motorbikes/Motorcycles, Caravans and Motorhomes, Helicopters, Aircraft, Boats, Machinery, Marine, Personal effects, Out of gauge cargo, Heavy machinery and project shipments, International transport of hazardous and perishable goods, Event and Show freight or demonstration equipment, Motorsport Rally's, Emergency shipments such as A.O.G, J.I.T and V.O.R along with Medical Supplies, Product sourcing from the USA and China by qualified specialists.

Mainstream's Global and Special Cargo divisions have over 30 years experience moving a wide range of non-traditional and 'project' items. Staffs are proven and passionate about 'unusual', valuable and highly-prized equipment - meaning goods transported by Mainstream Special Cargo are in very safe hands.

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Original news was published 15 February, 2018

The top three performing bulk terminals in the world are Santander and Bilbao in Spain and Quebec in Canada, according to a report released by BIMCO.

Santander was rated first in all four major categories, including terminal handling of loading/unloading; terminal mooring and berthing arrangements; information exchange between the ship and the terminal and terminal equipment.

This second issue of the report includes data during the period from January 2015 to December 2017; 115 ships, provided 598 reports, from 278 different terminals around the world.

“In general, we see a good standard across the world, but with some complaints, for example due to language problems. But even with an increase of 35% of reports coming in this year compared to 2016, we still need more data to make valid global statistical analysis,” Aron F. Sørensen, Head of Maritime Technology and Regulation at BIMCO, said.

Generally, the standard is good with over 93% of ports reviewed as average or better, with positive feedback coming from the communication between ship and terminal, the loading and unloading and the standard and maintenance of equipment.

At the other end of the spectrum, a number of ships complained of a lack of language skills when visiting certain ports; permanent pressure on ship/crew and master; unexpected claims; and unnecessary bureaucratic and offensive port authorities. In addition, ports rated badly when the cost of terminal services was either too expensive or the service was non-existent.

BIMCO’s future plans for the vetting of dry bulk terminals will be based on a two-step approach, with step one being to have at least 1000 ships participating in the survey in order to provide a robust annual report. Step two will follow up on the results by communicating with terminals and other stakeholders with the aim of improving procedures and best practices.

*NEWS SOURCE

SOFITRANS Awarded a 19.9 m. Bid for 2018 Shipping for all Cairo Metro shipments from Worldwide to Egypt

Dear OPCA members,

so proud to inform you that SOFITRANS won the shipping bid from the Egyptian authorities to ship all cargo from worldwide to Egypt for 2018,

The bid value is 19.9 m. for conventional and containers from France, Spain, UK, Turkey, USA, KSA, UAE,  India, China, Belgium, Japan, North Korea, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal and Thailand

kindly check our gallery http://sofitrans-eg.com/recent-project.html

Dear All,

We are delighted to share that Overseas Project Cargo Association (OPCA) supports: KOREA MAT 2018

KOREA MAT will be held on April 17-20, 2018 at Hall 10, KINTEX 2, KOREA on the largest scale ever!

The largest Logistics exhibition in Korea, KOREA MAT 2018 (Korea Int’l Materials Handling & Logistics Exhibition) is taking place at the Korea International Exhibition Center (KINTEX) from 17 to 20 April 2018 supported by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and organized by Korea Integrated Logistics Association (KILA) and Kyungyon Exhibition Corp.

With a scale of scheduled 150 companies and 600 booths, KOREA MAT 2018 will cover such main product groups as Transport service & solution, IT(Logistics information systems), Automation system, Distribution industry solution/management system and equipment, Storage system, transfer∙storage containers / packaging, Cold chain solution, Logistics equipment & parts, Warehousing system, tec.  KOREA MAT is distinguished by its unique breadth of products and services and the unparalleled internationality of its exhibitors and visitors alike.

Covering the latest service for logistics & distribution, logistics system and equipment!

Last KOREA MAT attracted more than 50,000 trade visitors, 64 percent of whom said they were involved in decision-making processes in their companies.

60% of Exhibitors submitted the application form, already. There are leading Korean manufacturers such as Nongshim Engineering, CJ Logistics Corporation, SK Telecom, Korea Technical Electronics Co., Ltd., etc. and Global companies such as Schaefer Systems International Limited., Interroll Corporation, Yale Equipment Inc., Flow-Rite Controls, etc. at KOREA MAT 2018.

Logistics 4.0 Industry!!! Meet the high logistic technology such as drones, unmanned robot, autonomous vehicles, etc.

KOREA MAT 2018 shows the latest Transport service & Solution such as Transportation robot, Unmanned delivery system, E-commerce delivery services and solutions. Also, KOREA MAT 2018 is going to show the innovating and the latest technology and solution in Industry 4.0.

In addition KOREA MAT 2018 features leading industry seminar and conference such as Global Logistics Delegation Conference, Logistics Policy Seminar organized by MOLIT(Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport), Spring Conference of the Korea Society Logistics Science and Technology, New Technology for Food Cold Chain Enhancement and Symposium and seminar on Logistics Industry. Thousands of key actors in related industry gather for these seminars & conferences.

“THE NETWORK”, A brand new grouping, serving the international development of processing and packaging launches!

The organizer of KOREA MAT has cooperated with media partner and other organizers to promote KOREA MAT globally. KOREA MAT is already working closely with leading industry shows and media including PROPAK, SWOP, SHIPPING GAZETTE, All4pack and so on. Especially KOREA MAT has become a member of “The Networks”, a group comprising of 11 international packaging events from 7 different countries. To capitalize on this and promote the internationalization of the sector, KOREA MAT has decided to join The Networks to expand its international reach and encourage the sharing of information and experiences.

Various events related industries are taking place concurrently!

Other 6 associated events will be held during KOREA MAT 2018 exhibition. The concurrent events are as followings; The 21st Process & Packaging Exhibition (KOREA PACK 2018), The 13th Cosmetic ∙ Pharmaceutical ∙ Bio Machinery & Equipment Exhibition (COPHEX 2018), The 10th Chemical Processing & Equipment Exhibition (KOREA CHEM 2018), The 8th Korea Int’l Pharmaceutical and Bio-Pharma Exhibition (KOREA PHARM & BIO 2018), The 12th Laboratory & Analytical Equipment Exhibition (KOREA LAB 2018) and Korea Int’l Cosmetic Ingredient & Technology Exhibition (CI KOREA 2018).

Registration for KOREA MAT 2018 is performed online at www.koreamat.org. Companies who took part in KOREA MAT 2017 can re-use the date stored last time. The official closing date for KOREA MAT 2018 registration is 31 January 2018.

KOREA MAT is the influential logistics exhibition in Korea. It is also best platform to meet and do business for local and international trade visitors and exhibitors.

To save time from on-site registration and to enter the venue for free, visitors are encouraged to pre-register on the official website.

For more information, please visit www.koreamat.org

Original news was published 15 February, 2018

The Ports of Indiana handled 1.8 million tons (1.6 million tonnes) of cargo in 2017, a five percent increase over 2016.

Shipments of heavy lift and project cargoes, such as wind turbines, and storage tanks, increased by 27 percent year-on-year over 2016.

Other major cargo increases for the Ports of Indiana in 2017 included coal, steel, fertiliser, ethanol, as well as limestone, increasing by 26 percent; and minerals, up 29 percent, over 2016 levels.

This was the fourth consecutive year that the ports handled over 10 million tons (9 million tonnes) of cargo.

*NEWS SOURCE

Original news was published 13 February, 2018

On a trade mission to India, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) has signed a cooperative agreement with Mundra Port.

As informed, the agreement aims to develop cooperation in marketing and business development while sharing information on marine operations and industry best practices.

“Asia, and especially India, is an emerging market with enormous potential. It and the Port of Montreal are already solidly connected thanks to container services,” Tony Boemi, Vice-President, Growth and Development at the MPA, commented.

“This cooperative agreement with Mundra Port strengthens our presence in India and showcases the Port of Montreal’s advantages as a strategic gateway of choice for goods destined for the North American market,” Boemi added.

The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) is on a trade mission to India from February 12 to 16. The mission’s objective is to increase the Port of Montreal’s visibility with the Indian marine transport logistics chain. The MPA also aims to strengthen its business and cooperative ties with Indian ports, specifically Mundra Port.

Asia accounts for 25% of the Port of Montreal’s market and is by far the fastest growing segment. India alone accounts for 5%, yet was virtually non-existent as a market just a few years ago, according to the Port of Montreal.

From 2016 to 2017, the volume of goods to and from India rose by 40%. Freight transport is provided by the international container shipping giants Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, OOCL and MSC.

Operated by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ), Mundra Port is India’s largest commercial port. It handles liquid and dry bulk and more than three million TEUs in annual container traffic.

The Port of Montreal is the second largest port in Canada and a diversified transshipment center that handles containerized and non-containerized, liquid bulk and dry bulk cargo.

*NEWS SOURCE

New members are going on to join Overseas Project Cargo Association from all around the world.

Today, we are happy to announce you that below three companies joined among OPCA professionals.

    UNITED THAI LOGISTICS CO., LTD. from THAILAND
    K.G. LOGISTICS LTD from UNITED KINGDOM
    LOAD LINE S.A.R.L from MOROCCO

Let's welcome our new members on board of Overseas Project Cargo Association!

Have a great cooperation together!

UNITED THAI LOGISTICS CO., LTD._THAILAND
ADDRESS: 25 Alma link Building, 11th floor Soi Chitlom, Phloenchit Rd., Lumpinee, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
CONTACT: Yuppadee  Mongkolrattanakal
TEL: +66 2 253 1652-6 (ext 101)
FAX: +66 2 254 8420
WEB: www.unithai.com

K.G. LOGISTICS LTD_UNITED KINGDOM
ADDRESS: F3 Knights Park, Knight Road Strood, ME2 2LS, Rochester, United Kingdom.
CONTACTS: Gavin White & Ray Broad
TEL: +44 (0)1634 818344
FAX: +44 (0)1634 786606
WEB: www.kg-logistics.co.uk

LOAD LINE S.A.R.L_MOROCCO
ADDRESS: 47, Bd La Corniche, 20 050, Casablanca, Morocco
CONTACTS: Samir Benmannsour & Jamila Elouazzani
TEL: +212 522 266 991
FAX: +212 522 264 915
WEB: www.loadline.ma

MEMBERS' PROFILES

NEW MEMBER: UNITED THAI LOGISTICS CO., LTD._THAILAND

Please click here for more information about our new member, thank you!.

NEW MEMBER: K.G. LOGISTICS LTD_UNITED KINGDOM

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NEW MEMBER: LOAD LINE S.A.R.L_MOROCCO

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Original news was published 09 February, 2018

The new Arken Combi Terminal at the Port of Gothenburg has been officially opened.

Containers and trailers can now be transloaded to/from intermodal rail directly at the quayside, and can do so much more efficiently than before. The new terminal will result in higher freight capacity, improved transport efficiency, and cleaner air. And more than 100 trucks a day avoid having to negotiate their way through the centre of Gothenburg going to or from the facility at Gullbergsvass.

Arken Combi Terminal is a 65,000 m2 terminal, located beside the container and ro-ro terminals in the outer port area.

The terminal has been in operation since the turn of the year and already handles more freight than the Gullbergsvass terminal, which has now been closed. There, five trains were handled per day.

Already, seven trains per day are handled in the Arken Combi Terminal and the figure is expected to increase shortly. More than 100,000 trailers a year are expected to change from one mode of transport to another at the new terminal.

“The Arken Combi Terminal is a long-awaited piece in the puzzle at the Port of Gothenburg," said Magnus Kårestedt, Gothenburg Port Authority's CEO. "The market has been looking for ways of handling more goods more efficiently, and the city needs the former terminal area to press ahead with its urban development programme. At last we have a solid intermodal solution in place.”

The Swedish Transport Administration (Traikverket) needs the old terminal site at Gullbergsvass in the centre of Gothenburg for the construction of the West Link rail system, the planned 8 kms long, double-track rail link through the centre of Gothenburg.

Trafikverket is co-funding the new terminal together with the Port of Gothenburg.

“A new combi terminal in a location that is close to industry and the port opens up further potential for establishing a more efficient flow between road, rail and sea," said Lena Erixon, Director General of Trafikverket.

"We also have the added benefit of reduced pressure on the road system in the centre of Gothenburg with the rerouting of heavy vehicle traffic.”

*NEWS SOURCE

Dear All,

We are delighted to share that Overseas Project Cargo Association (OPCA) supports: 3rd China Air Logistics Development Conference and Exhibition 2018

TIACA general director Mr. Zubkov will prepsent a paper at the 3rd China Air Logistics Development Conference 2018 which will be held in Zhengzhou in March.

The Silk Road Economic Belt will link China with Europe through Central and Western Asia, while the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road will connect China with Southeast Asian countries, Africa and Europe. Known collectively as “One Belt, One Road” initiated by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2013, it is aimed at rejuvenating two ancient trade routes and further opening up markets within and beyond the region. This national strategy currently under implementation in China is expected to diversify trade, investment and bilateral ties with countries along the region and enable easier domestic market access for foreign companies, creating opportunities for airlines and airports in China and around the world. On June 14, 2017, when meeting with Luxembourg Prime Minister Xavier Bettel in Beijing, President Xi Jinping stressed China’s support for the construction of a Silk Road in the air between Luxembourg and Zhengzhou, capital of China’s Henan Province. With the building of the “Air Silk Road,” aviation is set to play an increasingly important part in China’s efforts of enhancing connectivity for world economic growth through the Belt and Road Initiative.

As of December 30, 2017, the Zhengzhou Airport's annual passenger volumes exceeded 24 million and its annual cargo and mail volumes exceeded 500,000 tones for the first time. In addition, the fast-growing Cross-border E-commerce in China also brings new development opportunities and challenges for air cargo industry players.

Therefore, after the great success of past two air logistics events in Zhengzhou, the 3rd China Air Logistics Development Conference and Exhibition 2018 will be held in Jianguo Hotel, Zhengzhou City, China again during 28-29, March with the theme “Building the Air Silk Road to accelerate the Cross-border E-Commerce”. The event aims to be a leading communication and networking platform for both international and domestic air logistics industry players. This event will present recent trends in the delivery of air cargo services and the regulatory framework to be implemented for the sustainable development of air cargo. An outlook of the challenges preventing the air cargo industry from reaching its potential will be provided in relation to specific areas, such as the construction of Air Silk Road, liberalization of air cargo services, the development of an air cargo security system, the enhancement of air cargo facilitation and the air cargo hub and its value chain.

For more details, please feel free to contact the organizer by email or telephone:

Tel: 86-371-55008048
Email: info[AT]giccgroup.com
Event Website: www.giccgroup.com/aldc

Original news was published 07 February, 2018

DP World's container throughput across its global terminal portfolio totalled 70.1 million TEU in 2017, an increase of 10.1 per cent year on year.

'Benefitting from the improved trading environment and market share gains, our global portfolio once again delivered ahead-of-market growth in 2017 and has seen strong performance across all three regions,' DP World CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem was quoted as saying in a report by Seatrade Maritime News, Colchester, UK.

The fastest growing region was the smallest in volume terms with the Americas and Australia recording 13.8 per cent growth year on year to 8.8 TEU million in 2017. Combined volumes from Europe, the Middle East and Africa rose by 11.5 per cent to 29.4 million TEU, while Asia Pacific and the Indian Sub-continent achieved an increase of 7.9 per cent to 31.9 million TEU.

DP World's home volumes in the UAE, which are included in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region, rose by four per cent to 15.4 million TEU.

'We are also pleased to see stable performance in the UAE as volumes continue to grow in the fourth quarter of 2017 amidst uncertainty in the region and tougher year-on-year comparables,' Mr Bin Sulayem added.

The group expects its container volume growth this year to continue to remain ahead of the market and remains on the lookout for opportunities. 'We continue to seek opportunities in complementary sectors in the global supply chain and will maintain capital expenditure discipline by bringing on capacity in line with demand.'

*NEWS SOURCE