Al Gharbia Pipe Company to Open a New Pipe Manufacturing Facility at Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (Kizad)

Abu Dhabi Ports, the master developer, operator and manager of ports and industrial zones in the Emirate, has signed a standard Musataha agreement (SMA) with Al Gharbia Pipe Company to open a new pipe manufacturing facility at Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (Kizad). The state-of-the-art facility will cater to the region’s oil and gas industry, manufacturing high quality, sour grade Longitudinal Submerged Arc Welding (LSAW) steel pipes.

The SMA will see Al Gharbia Pipe Company invest a projected total of 1.1 billion, with their new facility requiring a plot size of 200,000 square metres. Al Gharbia Pipe Company, a joint venture between Senaat, one of the largest industrial holding companies in the UAE, and two of Japan’s leading steel firms, JFE Steel Corporation and Marubeni-Itochu Steel Inc. (MISI), expects the facility to be completed by March 2018. The plant will employ over 370 staff and produce up to 240,000 tons of steel pipe a year,

“The exceptional infrastructure and transportation network offered by Kizad will make a significant difference to Al Gharbia’s business operations,” said Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports.

“The new facility will create business opportunities and jobs in the Emirate, directly supporting Abu Dhabi’s vision of a diversified economy”, he added.

Essar Ports Plans Rs. 3,500 Crore Capex for Upgradation and Expansion

Essar Ports is planning Rs. 3,500 crore capital expenditure in the next three years as a part of its corporate expansion plans, said Mr. Rajiv Agarwal, Managing Director, Essar Ports. Till date, the capital deployed by the company is about Rs. 10,500 crore. He said that funds for the capital expenditure would be raised from debt and equity, in the ratio of 70:30.

For upgrading port infrastructure at Salaya Terminal around Rs. 350 crore would be invested in the coming months.

Paradip Coal Terminal would require about Rs. 850 crore and Hazira Terminal would cost about Rs. 750 crore, to expand its capacity from 30 to 50 million tonnes.

At Vizag Coal Terminal Rs. 1,150 crore would be invested. The remaining funds would be used for other port-related infrastructure.

The cumulative cargo handling capacity of all the ports controlled by the company is about 120 million tonnes.

Essar Ports plan to increase this to 140 million tonnes by the end of the current fiscal. The company is looking at handling 190 million tonnes of cargo by 2017. The cargo handling capacity of all Ports across the Country is about 1,100 million tonnes, of which Essar Port’s contribution is about 120 million tonnes.

Essar Ports would be able to double its capacity at Vadinar, Salaya and Hazira terminals as and when the economy of the Country picks up.

Sohar Port to up Capacity to 1.5 Million TEU with New Terminal

Port of Sohar is expanding the container handling capacity of terminal C to boost annual throughput capacity to 1.5 million Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit (TEU), according to a senior port official, up from today’s one million TEU.

Port authorities are discussing with contractors plans to pave large areas and build yards to capitalise on the shifting of commercial activities of port Sultan Qaboos to Sohar port. The plan is to build another terminal (D) to raise container handling capacity to five to six million TEU per annum. The development plan for terminal D will be finalised during 2016-17 and the work will start thereafter, said executive commercial manager Edwin Lammers. He said that “We have to build quay walls for the terminal.”

Sohar port will continue the development of facilities to capture growing trade activities in the Middle East and will have the capability to serve the world’s largest 20,000 TEU ships.

Air Partner Buys Aviation Safety Specialist

The jet charter company said, Britain’s Air Partner has acquired aviation safety specialist Baines Simmons for £6 million (USD 9.4 million) to gain exposure to the growing demand for air safety advice.

Air Partner, which charters aircraft for governments, companies and high-net-worth individuals including the UK’s Queen Elizabeth, said the deal would add a more stable revenue stream to its sometimes volatile broking income.

Air Partner director Justin Scarborough said, “What companies are being forced to do across Europe is to have increased levels of accountability (for safety).”

Baines Simmons’ customers include British Airways, the Royal Air Force and Airbus.

Hole in One

Ken Dinnadge achieves hole in one at Emirates golf club


CSS Group VP Business development Ken Dinnadge continues to impress in his friendly customer golf outings by achievement yet another mile stone in his golfing by scoring yet another hole in one on Dubai’s championship course, the Emirates golf club.

Ken was presented with a certificate by the club and will also have his name listed on the wall of fame:-

The Emirates Golf Club, host of the European Tour sanctioned Omega Dubai Desert Classic and Omega Dubai Ladies Masters, was the first all grass championship golf course in the Middle East when it opened in 1988. Taking pride in its 36 holes of world-class golf, the club sports two of the city’s finest must-play courses, the Majlis and the Faldo Course, which is also the only 18 hole course in the region to offer night golf. Both courses combine the natural rolling desert terrain for a serious golfing test, while the signature clubhouse remains the most eye-catching in the region. The Majlis Course has been presented with numerous accolades over its 25 year history, including its 2012 ranking by Golf World magazine as one of the ‘Top 100 Golf Courses in the World’ and being awarded ‘Best Course Middle East’ in the Asian Golf Monthly Awards.  Emirates Golf Club is also the only golf club in the MENA region to receive GEO Certification.

To achieve a hole on one on this course is a great achievement!

The Wreck Removal Convention, 2007 – The Commercial & Legal Implications

Shipwrecks are a growing concern with typically a 1,000 casualties attributed to shipping globally each year. MSC Napoli, The Container Ship Rena and The Costa Concordia are a few examples of the most notable wrecks. The total cost of the top 20 most expensive wreck removals from the past decade currently stands at $2.1B and is set to increase over time.

The Convention

The Nairobi Convention was drafted to provide the legal basis for States to remove or have removed shipwrecks that may risk the safety of lives, goods and property at sea as well as the marine environment. This finally came into force in April 2015 with Denmark being the 10th state to ratify the convention to law.

The Convention applies only to wrecks located in the Member States’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).  However, a Member State may choose to extend the scope of the Convention to its own territory, including its territorial sea.

Under the WRC, claims may be made against a shipowner/club/insurer within 3 years from the date the hazard was determined. However, an action can also be brought against them within 6 years of the date of the maritime casualty that resulted in the wreck. Where the maritime casualty consists of a series of occurrences, the 6 year period shall run from the date of the first occurrence.

Legal Implications

The WRC, has brought about consistency and fairness in its approach to wreck removal, though it may be limited it has however created a uniform and enforceable regime to be followed around the world. Under the WRC, a vessel would not be allowed to enter the waters of a ratifying state unless she was properly insured and had a certificate to prove it. If the vessel’s flag state had not ratified the convention yet, then another Flag State may provide the certificate. Additionally, P&I clubs can no longer walk away from a wreck if the owner/member was unable to pay. This practice is now abolished under the WRC and a claimant can bring any associated/simultaneous action directly against the P&I Insurer.

The usual coastal state law that normally applied required any harbour authority issuing a removal order to first prove that a wreck would in fact be a genuine navigational hazard if it was not removed and this was often used as an escape hatch to legitimately ignore such an order. However, this hatch will be closed as the Convention provides an alternative entitlement to demand removal if the wreck creates the “potential” for substantial damage to the environment.

Liability is excluded in the event of an act of war or due to exceptional natural phenomena and if a state can be proven to have failed properly to have maintained navigational aids.

Commercial Implications

From the salvors’ viewpoint, there would be an increase in the amount of work and profits. The price for all of this will be paid by the P&I Clubs, insurers and re-insurers throughout the world with the cost then being passed back to ship owner insured’s and their customers.

The WRC offers increased financial certainty with strict liability on the shipowner for the costs of reporting, marking and removing the wreck if required by the coastal state. The shipowners have a freedom to contract with their choice of wreck removal contractors with direct action against the insurers.

The Nairobi Convention & India

The ratification of the WRC is definitely a step forward by the Government of India. India had earlier acceded to this convention which required at least 10 member states to ratify. Wreck removal came under the subject of the Merchant Shipping Act 1958 & Indian Ports Act, 1908. Previously, under these two acts, ship-owners were legally liable to remove wrecks only within the territorial water if the wreck was a hazard in a shipping lane or close to a navigation channel. Cases like the Rak Carrier, Tanker Pavit and many more, which were abandoned by the owner/club due to absence of the appropriate regulatory framework may now come under the purview of the WRC.

Bouncing Back

Have you ever wondered why some people nearly always seem upbeat and motivated, whereas others feel stuck in a rut? Even when the troubles of life hit them, there are those who just seem to carry on and bounce back. Well if you do find yourself wondering, you may take comfort from the fact that you are not alone. Set-backs are all part of life and it is how we deal with them that limits our ability to be happy. If you want to know how to “bounce back” then read on……

Happiness, and our ability to be happy, is known to depend on three main components. The largest of these, around 50%, are our genes, family background and upbringing. Obviously we are not in a position to change these but appreciating how they have influenced us brings a realisation that we must build on our experiences and not let them restrict our motivation.

A belief in one’s own self is what matters most. What others think of us should never take priority as a reason for holding back.

The second most important influence on our ability to bounce back and be happy, at 40%, is determined by our activities and relationships. It goes without saying that if you have a problem then do something completely different. Go for a run, play football, in fact anything energetic. The rush of blood through our bodies, our pumping heart and even the sweat detracts from a continued focus on negative thoughts. If we combine these activities with our friends then so much the better. Talking is easy but it does not really break the brain thinking cycle. Whereas spirited activity often proves to be a catalyst for breaking a downward defeatist cycle.

Surprisingly the least important of the main happiness factors, at only 10%, is shown as life circumstances, income and environment. Now come on, be honest, how many of us have said,

“If only I had more money everything would be so much better?”

In fact research shows that nothing could be further from the truth. Many have more money than any of us but they are still unhappy.

So taking these three main components into account, how do we bounce back and become happy? Well it is all about motivation – which is central to creativity, productivity and happiness. When we are motivated we act, create and change because we feel involved and able to influence not only ourselves but also those we love. This gives our lives purpose and as a consequence brings happiness.

When life becomes boring or some failure, disappointment hits us, then those who remain happy have a mind-set where they see the adversity not as a stumbling block; but as a stepping stone to greater success. They do not let feelings of inadequacy or even a fear of success, hold them back. Such negative emotions may arise from our upbringing, which is why we need to examine and understand our formative years. It is said that if you want to be a millionaire, firstly start mixing with millionaires. Similarly if you want to be happy and successful start mixing with others who are happy…..because success may then follow. It is worth noting that very few successful people are unhappy as they generally bounce happily forward on their success.

In conclusion therefore, the question arises as to how do you view your ability to bounce back?  A good example for you to ponder comes from an experiment with jumping frogs. These were placed in separate glass jars, then covered with glass lids to prevent them escaping. They were given food and water so they could survive. At first the frogs kept jumping, trying to escape, but they kept hitting their heads on the “invisible” glass lids. After thirty days the glass lids were removed. Even though the lids were not there anymore and it would have been easy for the frogs to jump out of the jars, they did not even try. Over the previous thirty days they had learnt they could not escape, so even when the glass lids were removed, they were still restricted by their self-limiting belief.

So if you find yourself, needing motivation to “bounce back” make sure you are not being fooled into believing you are limited by what was a glass ceiling that is now no longer there. Jump high and jump with confidence because you will probably find yourself leaping happily higher than you ever believed possible. Nothing ventured, nothing gained…so go on “Bounce Back”.

Lucky Winner

As part of our continuous commitment to the freight forwarding fraternity, CSS initiated a thank you scheme over 6 years ago, whereby one lucky name out of the scores of business cards that are dropped into the raffle bowls placed at the Delivery Order Counter will be rewarded with a gift.
The winner picked selected and rewarded for the months of May- June 2015 was Haja from Times World Freight LLC who walked away with gift vouchers worth AED 200 from Lulu, presented by Sasi Kala, Senior Executive Corporate Communications, CSS Dubai.

Chairman’s Message

The past few months have proven to be invigorating with numerous activities inside and outside our company. This has bucked the trend caused by a general business slowdown, in the entire logistics business, owing to the unrest in the Middle East. At CSS we have had the opportunity to strategise new ventures and plans for the future. The new facility created by the SAIF Zone, Sharjah and the forthcoming project in the Sultanate of Oman provide exciting prospects. Especially within CSS it is our belief, to engender and appreciate trust and confidence in our work force, which gives rise to welcome initiatives.
Recently, I had the opportunity to hear one of my senior managers saying that the biggest asset of our company is, “We have people in our work force that can think and not just follow orders”. Very true, I totally agree with this comment.
I believe that for any organisation to become successful it has to attract, motivate and hold on to staff that can co-create value with customers and constantly improve operations.
In my message four years ago, ‘Lighthouse’ July/August 2011, I highlighted the success story of a talented enthusiastic young team at CSS Mumbai. I wrote:-
Anyone who wishes to have impact and succeed, in this environment, requires maximum flair, unconventional creativity, extra energy and enthusiasm.
These words ring even more true today. The trust and confidence which resounds, throughout CSS, encourages everyone to take bolder steps. No matter the size of the steps it is the boldness in moving forward that counts the most. This is what brings about added value and new initiatives for the mutual benefit of our customers and CSS.
As Vincent Van Gough said, “Great things are achieved by a series of small things brought together”. This is why I am confident that our latest strategised ventures will prove successful.

Performance Excellence Award

CSS RECOGNIZED ONCE AGAIN BY SAFMARINE
“Every honour is a reminder that you have been noticed amongst your partners within the industry. I believe that this brings in a feel of additional responsibility for the deeds you are involved into. Thanks a lot to Safmarine for recognizing our services” mentioned T S Kaladharan, Chairman CSS Group while receiving the customer award from Safmarine.
CSS was recently honored at the Customer Award Night by Safmarine, at a dinner held at the Shangrila Hotel, Dubai, UAE on April 13th 2015. The function was attended by the Chairman of CSS Group T S Kaladharan, Ajay Krishnan Senior General Manager Freight Forwarding and Key Information Department (KID) and Raufa Sheikh, Manager Pricing and (KID). The award was presented by Mr Stephen James Brodie, Commercial CFO- Copenhagen, Safmarine
“It’s a great pleasure for Safmarine to celebrate the customer service award in style and honour our valuable partners during this event. The growth of both the CSS and Safmarine together to achieve greater customer service excellence proved to be an encouraging factor for us and we cherish the relationship. The hand in hand work was always a key factor for the accomplishments of both the entities”, commented Seema Nair, Managing Director, Safmarine.
The recognition of this award was for the growth and consistent performance for the fiscal year 2014 and it is the third consecutive year that CSS has been awarded by Safmarine. “It’s a great honour and achievement for CSS Group. By this, it has been proved once again that trust and confidence amongst partners could bring in greater rewards in the business and we believe that such recognitions would definitely cement the relationship between both the entities in the future as well.” added Ajay Krishnan, Senior General Manager, Ocean Freight, CSS.
Safmarine is an international shipping business offering container and break-bulk shipping services worldwide. Formed in 1946 by South African industrialists and American ship owners, Safmarine is now widely known as a north/south trade and African specialist. The line is represented in more than 130 countries throughout the world, with more than 1200 sailors selling their services.
“It’s been a wonderful journey together for 3 years and we are proud for this trusted relationship with CSS Group. Both Safmarine and CSS Group has taken strenuous efforts in the industry to develop our business to reach far and wide in the global shipping and today we both share a wonderful feeling to have this achievement”, added Sanjeev Saraf, Head of Commercial, UAE, Safmarine.

Regional Office and New Warehouse

CSS GROUP TO INCREASE ITS STORAGE CAPACITY WITHIN JAFZA

Consolidated Shipping Group has broken ground on its new facility inside the Jebel Ali Freezone. The proud function was held recently in the presence of invited guests and dignitaries from the Shipping and Logistics community. CSS Group will have their Regional office along with a new warehouse within the new facility. This new warehouse will bring in an additional space of 47,850 Sq. ft to its existing 3PL facilities in the Middle East.

“CSS is always committed to provide first class services and facilities to our clients. The increase in the storage area with the additional new facility in Jebel Ali will put CSS Group amongst the front runners of 3PL providers in the Middle East Region”, mentioned Raj George Senior VP, Ocean Freight, CSS Group.

The new facility will have 3956 pallet positions with double deep racking facility. The storage area will be partly temperature controlled as well.

The ground breaking ceremony of the new facility in JAFZA was attended by Dr. Mohammad Al Banna, Vice President – MEA Region, Economic Zones World, Malayalam Cine actor Mr. Anoop Menon, Mr. Srinivas from Orbit engineering consultants & Mr. Ajit T P from Space Max Contracting L.L.C.

The proposed new facility will become operational in a year’s time from the commencement of the work. “The additional warehouse space which is going to emerge out of this new project will give CSS Group the capacity to handle to the maximum satisfaction of our existing clientele and to accommodate the ever increasing demand for storage within the Jebel Ali Free Zone” commented T S Kaladharan Chairman, CSS Group during the function.

CSS Group started functioning from Saif Zone, Sharjah

CSS Kingston Logistics FZC
CSS Kingston Logistics has started its full fledged operations from the SAIF Zone, Sharjah, providing specialized solutions for Freight forwarding, Warehousing & Transportation along with other regular logistics activities. CSS Kingston Logistics is a joint venture company of Consolidated Shipping Group and Kingston Holdings.
CSS Kingston joint venture has a strategic presence at the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone), enabling them with rapid access, & efficient service in the Emirates business hub. Their leading edge Operational & Warehousing infrastructure, located in the SAIF Zone boasts of over 100,000 sq.ft of high quality warehousing space, fully integrated supply chain process, reverse logistics and full service warehousing & distribution services. The CSS Kingston network spans across Europe, Far East, Middle East, Africa, Americas and the Sub Continent with weekly sailings to more than 1650 destinations.
Facilities & Strengths
• Strategically located warehouse in SAIF Zone, Sharjah
• Integrated software system to manage all operations
• Operational space of 100,000 sq.ft.
• 100% double deep racking system
• Staging and reworking areas
• Operational with state of the art equipments
• Comfortable loading bays
• Computerized inventory management
• Designated space for handling value added services
• Managed and Operated by CSS Staff and equipment
Services Offered
• Freight forwarding & Logistics
• Fully racked Warehouse
• Land Transportation Management
• LCL cargo handling facilities
• Cargo Movement to LCL hubs
• Documentation, Storage & Logistics under one roof
• Dedicated & professional manpower
Contact : info@csskingston.com

Guiding Kingston Holdings

SPEARHEADING AN EMPIRE IS NEVER AN EASY TASK

Kingston Holdings the single largest investor in Sharjah Airport International Freezone is spear headed by Mr Lalu Samuel one of the leading Industrialists based in the UAE. Being in the UAE for more than three decades, he owns Kingston Management consultants as well. Mr Samuel is also the CEO and Managing Director for four major multinational companies namely Pierlite Middle East, an Australian Multinational, GP Middle East an Asian Multinational Public listed in Hong Kong, Rexton Technologies of UK, and now Xpelair Middle East of UK for the Middle East, Africa and subcontinent Region.

Rexton Technologies

Originally a British company started in the 1950s is currently worldwide owned by Kingston Holdings FZC. Rexton a worldwide registered brand with a portfolio of more than 12000 products, is currently the flagship brand of Kingston Holdings.

Pierlite

Kingston’s JV partner Pierlite Australia is the largest lighting manufacturer in Australia and Asia Pacific. Pierlite is known for its quality, technical performance, support and service. The Manufacturing Joint venture operations covers entire Middle East and Africa.

Gold Peak

Founded in 1964 Headquartered in Hong Kong, Gold Peak is an Asian Multi National. The company is listed in Hong Kong and Singapore stock exchange. Gold Peak is the owner of GP batteries and a manufacturer of primary and rechargeable batteries. GP Batteries is the third largest battery company in the world. GP has 60% world market share of 9 volt batteries.

Glen Dimplex & Xpelair

Xpelair Middle East is a JV between Glen Dimplex the parent company of Xpelair UK and Kingston Holdings FZC. The JV covers, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, GCC, Middle East and African and Central Asian countries. Glen Dimplex founded in 1973 is a leading international group with annual revenues in excess of two billion euro and over ten thousand employees across four continents. Glen Dimplex comes with a portfolio of 25 brands in various categories all of them world leaders in their category (Xpelair, Stoves, Belling, Morphy Richards, New World, Creda, Galaxy, Faber).

CURRENT POSITIONS HELD:

• Member of the Board of Trustees of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry
• Chairman of Industries Business Group under the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (2200 manufacturing units)
• Board Member of the Indian Business Leaders Forum
• Board of Directors of the Indian Business & Professional Council
• Board of Directors of the India Trade & Exhibition Centre

THE COMPANY HAS WON SEVERAL AWARDS:

• Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Award (The Vice President award) for Manufacturing Category in the UAE – March 2008
• Economic Excellence Award in 2006 from the Sharjah Government for the Best Industry in the Major Industries Category
• Excellence 2000 from Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry in year 2001, an acknowledgement of the high standards and excellence achieved by his company and its exemplary performance and contribution to the economic development of the emirate of Sharjah
• ‘Best Company in Sharjah Free Zone’ in the year 2000
• Clipsal Corporate award for three years consecutively –in 2001, 2002 and 2003– for his company’s outstanding revenue growth and contribution

PERSONAL ACCOLADES OF MR. SAMUEL:

• Selected as one of the top 100 Most Influential Indian Business Leaders in the UAE by Forbes Middle East
• Excellence Award (SEA) Business Man of the Year (2013) – Sharjah Airport International Freezone – 24th April 2013
• Global Industrial Leadership award at the House of Lords in London – 27th September 2010
• ACHIEVER EXCELLENCE AWARD from NRI Institute – 26th June 2010
• Golden Honour Award from the King of Travancore in Kerala – 12th December 2010

 

The Dream Come True Destination for Business

SHARJAH AIRPORT INTERNATIONAL FREEZONE (SAIF ZONE)

SAIF Zone is adjacent to Sharjah International Airport and close to the main ports, terminals and cities of the country. Despite the short history of the free zone, it has been noted for the fast development providing state-of-the-art facilities for investors.

Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF) is the first Airport Industrial Free Trade Zone in the UAE. Easily accessible to sea-ports on the Gulf of Oman (Port Khor Fakkan) and the Arabian Gulf (Port Khalid), SAIF Zone is built adjacent to the Sharjah International Airport, which has already gained the enviable reputation as leading cargo hub. With the distinction of being the world’s first ISO 9001 certified Airport Free Zone, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone offers highly developed infrastructure and extremely attractive incentives make the dream come true for the businessman.

Sharjah Airport International Free Zone provides some of the most enticing business incentives in the region, including speed of service and simplicity of process. The perception of lengthy and highly bureaucratic procedures to set up in the Middle East can be a serious barrier to potential investors but SAIF-Zone has a 24 hour licensing service which enables businesses to be up and running sooner than has ever been possible before. The customer base is among the largest in the world from one central hub, with access to more than 2 billion people within a four hour flight and as one of the most dynamic Emirates in the UAE, Sharjah accounts for over a third of the country’s industrial activity. Its links to the rest of the world are accessible and immediate and regardless of where your customers are based, SAIF-Zone provides you with all the benefits of a personal and corporate tax-free income with no import export duties.

Versatility has always been one of SAIF-Zone’s prime objectives. From a single office space to entire manufacturing facilities and everything in between, the options are designed to accommodate every business and every scenario. Warehouses, storage areas, container parking, bunkers and labour housing are all available at the lowest costs and highest quality. SAIF-Zone offers an unlimited workforce to support your business along with sponsorship and visas for in-house staff to make the transition to a new workplace as smooth as possible.

Advantages of SAIF Zone

• 100% foreign owned enterprise
• 100% repatriation of capital & profits
• 100% Corporate, personal income tax exemptions
• 100% exemption of import & export taxes
• License issued within 24 hours
• On site labor accommodation
• 25 years lease extendable to a similar period
• Sponsorship and visa’s for all staff
• Free transfer of funds & a stable Currency
• Global and regional communication facilities with excellent sea, land and air transport links
• Access to over 2 billion customers Strategic location
• 24 hour hotline for equipment and provision of labor
• Competitive structure of fee, property and management
• 24 X 7 Operations.

Breakbulk Europe Expo 2015

The recently concluded Breakbulk Europe expo 2015 in Antwerp could be seen as the continent’s largest exhibition designed for the Breakbulk and project cargo industry. Celebrating the event’s 10th anniversary, attendees benefitted from unparalleled networking opportunities with project cargo owners, freight forwarders and transportation specialists. The four-day event offered industry workshops, a conference featuring leading Breakbulk and project cargo experts and an exhibition showcasing a range of both international and European companies.

CSS Group was a participant at the event, attending the conference and exhibition. The company was represented by Siby C Kurian, Senior General Manager, Sales & Marketing CSS Group and Narayan R T, General Manager CSS Bahrain.

“Breakbulk Europe 2015 was an extremely interactive and an engaging exhibition, which is why it is rated as one the most sought after exhibitions amongst Breakbulk cargo logisticians. This year was no different with excellent networking opportunities, an increase in participation from last year and more importantly more business opportunities were created with existing and new partners within the fraternity of shipping and logistics”, Commented Siby C Kurian.

Breakbulk Europe 2015 celebrated 10 years of success as the top event designed for the Breakbulk and project cargo industry. Bringing together EPCs, ports, forwarders, transporters and other cargo specialists and industry experts, the event proved to be worthwhile for Breakbulk and project cargo logisticians. Spread across four halls, the exhibition offered a multitude of networking opportunities, two days of executive presentations focused on Europe’s economic and transport issues and workshops for those seeking to build their professional skills.

“This year’s Breakbulk, as always provided an excellent platform to network and meet other industry partners and share concerns and ideas. The increasing number of participants every year is an obvious example of how industry experts are keen on this exhibition. Breakbulk cargo movement is an exciting and growing sector and the conference enabled us to meet new members and to understand new concepts”, mentioned Narayan R. T.

The exhibition started on the 18th May concluded on the 21st witnessing so much interaction and exchange of ideas amongst the participants.

Projects At CSS

MOVING HVAC UNITS TO EGYPT
The Sales Dubai team in coordination with CSS Homeward Bound and Jebel Ali operations division successfully completed one major movement from Sharjah, UAE to Adabiya, Egypt. The movement which required close coordination was handled professionally by the CSS teams with careful planning and skill. The products were HVAC Units (Heating, Ventilating & Air conditioning Units) from a reputed company with a volume exceeding 2000 CBM.
The entire units were meticulously crated by the relocations division, CSS Homeward bound. The entire process was completed within 15 days time inviting highest client appreciation. The operations teams then took over the movement for which they involved 35 trailers. The trailers moved the units with extreme care on to Breakbulk vessel to be further shipped to Adabiya, Egypt.
High professionalism was displayed by each and every department of CSS involved in the process and ensured highest client satisfaction in executing such time sensitive works as always.

DP World Partners with Emirates Transport

DPW recently announced an MoU signed in Jebel Ali by Mohammed Al Muallem and Mohammed Abdullah Al Jarman

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 04, 2015:- DP World UAE Region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates General Transport and Services Corporation (Emirates Transport). The MoU includes a range of potential benefits for both organisations including road transport solutions provided by Emirates Transport such as a bus fleet for leasing, heavy goods vehicle (HGV) drivers, repairs, washing and cleaning services, and converting vehicles to operate on natural gas.

Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of DP WorldUAE Region, and Mohammed Abdullah Al Jarman, General Manager of Emirates Transport, signed the MoU at DP World’s offices in Jebel Ali.

Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, DP World UAE Region, said:

“New transport initiatives for terminal workers are part of our commitment to enhance operations with a modern and integrated transport network. Emirates Transport has over three decades of experience in the transport industry, and we are looking forward to a high quality service in line with our international best practices.”

Mohammed Abdullah Al Jarman, General Manager of Emirates Transport, said:

“As a provider of transport solutions in the UAE, Emirates Transport is proud to partner with DP World UAE Region and its flagship Jebel Ali Port, which plays a significant role in our nation’s economy. We are delighted to have the opportunity to play a role in this regional hub, and to explore future collaboration opportunities.”

Emirates Transport provides transport and maintenance automobile services for government, federal, and local organisations and the private sector through 28business centres and units, 7 subsidiaries and associate companies across the UAE.

Summer Move

Make it simple
Moving locally or internationally can be an exciting process, but when you are in hot & humid summer weather, the move can become stressful, uncomfortable & frustrating. Summer poses its own challenges and most people know how daunting it can be, but if you plan ahead and create a blue print for your move, the transition will go smoothly.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT MOVING PARTNER
Make sure you choose a licensed mover with accreditation and experience in summer moving. To avoid mishaps, book the movers early, as you may have a hard time finding any that are available, this is especially true if you need the move to take place on a weekend on the 1st or end of the month.
SCHEDULE YOUR MOVE DURING WEEKDAYS
Ideally, try to schedule on a weekday. It might be good idea to move in the middle of the month – as the beginning and the end of summer month are undoubtedly the busiest time to move. So as you won’t have as hard of a time renting moving trucks or dealing with crowded elevators.
CHOOSE EARLY MORNING OR LATE EVENING
Ensure you make your move during the early mornings of late evening to avoid harsh weather. While contracting the movers itself this needs to be confirmed. Overnight packing makes it easier to move during the early hours of the day.
PRECAUTIONS TO BEAT THE HEAT
Try to beat the heat during this process, Even if you hire movers you will still be doing some walking and standing in the heat, so keep yourself hydrated. Stock plenty of water, freeze towels to put around your neck, and wear lightweight, moisture materials.
ENSURE DESTINATION IS READY TO OCCUPY
Crack the air-conditioning, there’s nothing more relieving than stepping into a cool apartment and out of hot weather. Make your summer move much more bearable by turning on the air-conditioning as soon as you get there, this way you don’t have to sweat while you’re unpacking.

10000 + Likes

Social media revolution within the Face book page of CSS Group is the latest IT update from Consolidated Shipping Group. Recently the face book page of CSS Group has received 10,000 likes and is still going. Widely accepted by the entire shipping fraternity, the Face book page of CSS is a constantly updated platform connecting the company members with the Social media community. You can find the latest updates from within the company as well as interesting, must know facts happening in the logistics and freight forwarding fraternity from CSS Group Page.

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CSS Kingston Website Launched

CSS Kingston Logistics FZC has launched its new website recently. The website features all activities of CSS Kingston Logistics from its flagship facility at the SAIF Zone, Sharjah. The new website was designed and powered by Twin Info Solutions Pvt. Ltd, a Kerala based BPO Company. The site has been neatly decorated with the images from their warehouse and other services CSS Kingston is offering. The company is planning to add more interactive links to the website to make it more users friendly and productive, in the due course.