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DFDS Business Review On Tuesday, February 27th, and Wednesday, February 28th, Chris Gent and Nathan Booker visited the ICTS-workshops in Ghent and Zeebrugge, Belgium. Their aim was to review and update the existing Service Level Agreement (SLA) between DFDS and ICTS. 🤝 Employing strategic approaches such as Full Service, Zero Defect, Mobile Workshops, Preventive Maintenance, and A and B Services – including MOT – ICTS aims to minimize downtime at the DFDS European Equipment Pool (EEP). 🔧 These measures significantly contribute to the efficient management and enhanced operational performance of the equipment. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/e6nh4FY9 #management #dfds #review #partnership #mot #services #management #trailer #rental

Another interesting article today on the Kuehne+Nagel #seanews page, sharing operations updates for all major #ports around the globe. Details about terminal operations and #congestions in Singapore & Malaysia, Spain or Charleston, South Carolina, for example, are well explained. As an additional source to look further into the port of #charleston jump into #seaexplorer and zoom in. Currently seeing 18 vessels waiting outside the port. #sealogistics #supplychainresilience

We are all gearing up for Breakbulk Rotterdam. One vip matter I believe we should focus on besides networking, meeting and shaking hands is: - Status of the customer service offered by many of the shipowners, here I particularly think of: - slow responses in both giving rates or being unable to provide a personal service but just referring to website - telling that project cargo on partner vessels can be arranged without problems - which often is NOT the case and shipments are delayed. Shipplanning is in the hands of vessel owner. Why not be up front with the fact that in case of partnerships then actual sailing is NOT weekly but say bi-weekly for OOG - customer protection. A freight forwarder books a shipment to the line, what is the declared policy of the line officially and what is the actual policy afterwards - dealing with arrogance. As chairman of 2 networks with 300 members and a newsletter reaching 40,000 every month I am privy to a lot of such comments. Let's address it head-on ! See you in Rotterdam 😀 CLC Projects Network Cross Ocean - Project Logistics Network Project Cargo Weekly (PCW)

Digital bunkering In Jul 2023, IMO formally confirmed that bunker deliver notes (BDNs) are acceptable in either hard copy or digital form (MEPC.1/Circ.795/Rev.8 - Unified interpretations to MARPOL Annex VI). Singapore will be the first port globally to implement digital bunkering at scale for all bunker operations, according to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. The world’s largest bunkering event, SIBCON, is underway in Singapore, the dominant global bunkering hub, with delegates getting an idea of how this part of the shipping business is about to get the digital treatment. From April 1, 2025, all bunker suppliers will be required to provide digital bunkering services and issue electronic bunker delivery notes (e-BDNs) as a default. This announcement follows pilots conducted since last November with bunker suppliers, including the top 10 bunker players, in Singapore.  “The digital bunkering process allows for efficient data sharing between bunker buyers and suppliers, which will help expedite administrative processes, improve accountability, ensure compliance with regulations, reduce the potential for errors, and support early detection of fraudulent activities,” the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) stated in a release today. Singapore is by a very considerable distance the world’s premium bunkering hub. To put the city-state’s bunkering dominance in perspective, citing 2023 bunker sales carried by Ship&Bunker, the republic sold bunkers last year equivalent in volume to the next six top bunkering areas in the world combined. https://lnkd.in/d7KtXtFK #imo, #mepc, #digitalization, #singapore, #bunkering

Touch what you book - an important aspect I learned from old colleagues years ago. And it never turns into a wrong move… Another smooth loading operation performed by BLG Cargo Logistics GmbH, Bremen. Next stops of this HUGO STINNES SCHIFFAHRT GmbH / MACS Maritime Carrier Shipping liner sailing: Veracruz, Altamira and New Orleans Advert: Seaworthy packing performed PTS Logistics GmbH.

Chartering Essentials: Hatch Covers Explained 🚢 Welcome back to our "Chartering Essentials" series! Today, we're exploring a crucial component of dry bulk cargo ships: Hatch Covers. 🔩 What are Hatch Covers? Hatch covers are removable covers that seal cargo holds, protecting goods during transportation. They're essential for ensuring cargo safety, preventing water ingress, and maintaining cargo quality. 🌊 Why Hatch Covers Matter Hatch covers play a critical role in: * Ensuring cargo safety and security 🔒 * Preventing water damage and cargo spoilage 💦 * Maintaining cargo quality and integrity 📦 Connecting the Dots Hatch Covers → Cargo Safety → Chartering Decisions 📈 Real-World Example A vessel transporting coal from Indonesia to China must ensure hatch covers are properly secured to prevent cargo damage during the voyage. By prioritizing hatch cover maintenance, charterers can safeguard cargo and reduce potential claims. 🚢 Share Your Insights How do you ensure hatch cover maintenance and cargo safety in your chartering operations? Share your best practices with our community! 💬 #drybulkchartering #shipping #logistics #hatchcovers #cargosafety #charteringdecisions #aryacorp #CharteringEssentials

Singapore's Bunkering Industry to Undergo Digital Overhaul: Mandatory Digitalization to Take Effect from April 2024. Singapore is taking the lead in digitalizing the bunkering industry with the announcement that it will be the first port globally to implement digital bunkering at scale for all bunkering operations. Dr. Amy Khor, Senior Transport Minister, (Ministry of Transport, Singapore) revealed this groundbreaking news at the SIBCON GmbH event, the world's largest bunkering conference, currently underway in Singapore. As of April 1, 2025, all bunker suppliers will be required to provide digital bunkering services and issue electronic bunker delivery notes (e-BDNs) as the default standard.This move follows successful pilot programs conducted with top bunker suppliers in Singapore since last November. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has been working towards digitalizing bunkering processes, aiming to improve efficiency, increase transparency, and enhance crew safety. The implementation of digital bunkering solutions is expected to streamline operations, automate routine tasks, and provide greater visibility on operations. Key Benefits of Digital Bunkering: - Improved Efficiency: Streamlining bunker processes and automating routine tasks - Increased Transparency: Providing greater visibility on operations and ensuring information integrity - Enhanced Crew Safety: Reducing physical movements between vessels This development is a significant step forward in Singapore's efforts to transform the maritime industry, and its position as a dominant global bunkering hub makes it an ideal location for this innovation. Source: https://lnkd.in/d4wdxMjn For comprehensive maritime data, check www.shipsdnaportal.com and follow us ShipsDNA Portal for more maritime news #ShipsDNA #LatestMaritimeNews #GlobalShipping #DigitalBunkering #Singapore #April2025 #Digitalisation

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🚢 Elevate Your Logistics Game with Sumner Port Drayage Services! 🌐 Curious about the engine that drives efficient port operations in Sumner? Dive into our latest blog post at All Season Transport, where we unravel the significance of Sumner Port Drayage Services. Here's a glimpse of what awaits you: 🔗 Seamless Connectivity: Explore how drayage services at Sumner Port create a vital link between maritime transportation and inland logistics, ensuring a seamless flow of goods. ⏱️ Operational Efficiency: Delve into the ways drayage optimizes cargo movements, reducing transit times and contributing to the overall efficiency of port operations. 💪 Tailored Drayage Solutions: Discover how All Season Transport offers specialized drayage services, customized to meet the unique needs of clients and diverse cargo requirements. 🌐 Collaborative Success: Learn how collaboration between port authorities, carriers, and logistics providers fosters a robust drayage ecosystem, ensuring the smooth movement of goods. Ready to elevate your logistics strategy? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gBNx8X9U Join the conversation on #DrayageServices #SumnerPort #LogisticsEfficiency #MaritimeTransportation #AllSeasonTransport. Let's drive success together! 🚛🌟

Jeepney consolidation should also mean consolidated operations; not just in paper. Post-consolidation deadline, we recommend five next steps for public transport modernization: 1. Ops support for consolidated entities; 2. LGU support for LPTRP; 3. Completion of Route Rationalization; 4. Social support for those that will exit the sector; 5. Updated road design to prioritize the flow of public transport