Strengthening Bonds

CSS VISITS ORIENTAL LOGISTICS GROUP TAIWAN



As part of its continuous process for building business relationships while promising mutual growth, Siby C Kurian, Senior General Manager, Sales & Marketing CSS, recently visited Oriental Logistics Group in Taiwan. During his interaction with OCL’s Coco Hsiao, Danny Chang, Julia Huang and Allen Tsai, various aspects of freight forwarding initiatives were discussed while continually promoting further enhancements on the Far East/Middle East trade lanes. Commenting on this recent trip, Siby added, “During my time with Oriental Logistics Group-Taiwan, we had an excellent platform to discuss and strategize ways in which both companies can continually grow our brands together. The hospitality extended by OLC was excellent and I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for generosity and productive meetings.”

“It’s an honor to work with CSS for over 11 years since year 2002, and due to this excellent business relationship we are able to achieve good business performance in the Persian Gulf area owing to CSS’ well-organized system and complete service of CFS. CSS is definitely our best partner in the Persian Gulf area and we will continue the successful, fruitful and long-term cooperation with CSS for the years to come,” added Allen Tsai, President of Oriental Logistics Group Ltd.

About Oriental Logistics Group Ltd. (OLC) was established and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan in March of 2000. After sometime it established branches in Taichung, Kaohsiung, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Wuxi, Shenzhen, Dongguan, Xiamen, Quanzhou, Putian, Fuzhou, Ningbo, Qingdao, Zibo, Weihai, Jinan, Huangdao, Zhongshan, Tianjin, Guangzhou, Dalian, Zhuhai, Ho Chi Minh and Haiphong. The staff strength has grown from 30 employees in early 2000 to over 900 by 2013. With a professional and experienced team offering excellent service quality, OLC has the honor to pass the severe competition in its marketplace and be listed on the TOP 500 Service Industries in Taiwan for consecutive years in a row.

New Partnership CSS Group Partners With Gateway Container Line From Indonesia

CSS Group has recently identified a leading NVOCC from Indonesia to assist in handling their LCL nominations. Since their inception over 7 years ago, Gateway Container Line has showcased the ability to provide superior service and competitive rates. Their experienced staff provides a high level of customer service to ensure the client’s needs are met; and that the cargo is handled by care in the most cost effective manner.

Projects Oil & Energy Another Successful Movement

Projects Oil & Energy division of CSS recently completed yet another successful movement of Pressure vessels from Hamriya Port in Sharjah to Ras Laffan. The 3 units weighing 53 tons each was a part of the ongoing Barzan On shore Project. As an initial phase a complete route study was undertaken and required permissions and escort put in place prior to the start up.  3 X 6 axle low bed trailers were positioned for the loading and movement of the units to the site. What made this movement more interesting was the height of the units which were 4.9 meters each. This was resolved by well planned route study and the knowhow of the region by our team. The units were delivered on time and the Projects, Oil & Energy division had accomplished yet another successful movement.

New Office For CSS Chennai

Console Shipping Services, Chennai has moved into a more convenient and centrally located office. An official release has been made by the office personnel through email to all the agents and associates. All are requested to update the new address and contacts with immediate effect for maintaining uninterrupted communication with CSS Chennai. Their new address is:

CONSOLE SHIPPING SERVICES INDIA PVT LTD
30/10, “Dev Appartments”, 1st Floor, 1st Main Road,
Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai – 600 020
TamilNadu, India.
Tel : +91 44 24414511,12
Fax: +91 44 24414515

DP World Marks Handling Of 100M Containers In 10 Years

CSS Vice President Business Development, Ken Dinnadge was invited to celebrate a milestone with DP World Senior Management whereby they achieved 100 Million TEUs handled.

Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, DP World UAE Region, Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Vice Chairman, DP World, Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman, DP World and Ken Dinnadge, VP Business Development CSS.

DP World celebrated a milestone achievement in its history when its Dubai ports handled the 100 millionth container to pass through UAE Region terminals in ten years on February 4th, 2013.

DP World Chairman Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem said, “The feat was made possible by the high level of support the company has received from Dubai’s leadership, loyal customers, stakeholders and committed employees.”

The 100 million TEU record was achieved between January 2003 and January 2013 and covers all container boxes handled in both Mina Rashid and Jebel Ali Port. DP World, UAE Region’s annual container throughput increased more than 150 per cent over the decade, from around five million TEU in 2003 to 13.3 million TEU in 2012.

In all, the two container ports have handled 135 million TEU since the opening of Jebel Ali Port in 1979, around 75 per cent of it since 2003.

In a recognition of the crucial roles they have played in DP World’s success story, members of the DP World Alumni Network were invited as special guests to celebrations at Jebel Ali Port where the Chairman unveiled a container box painted in company colours, in the presence of senior officials, including Vice Chairman Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Group Chief Executive Officer Mohammed Sharaf, and Senior Vice President and Managing Director of DP World, UAE Region Mohammed Al Muallem – all of whom have played pivotal leadership roles in the company’s emergence as the third largest global marine terminal operator.

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman, DP World, said: “DP World owes its success to the vision and support of His Highness Shaikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. Our flagship facility Jebel Ali is counted among the crown jewels of Dubai’s economy. We remain committed to supporting Dubai’s unparalleled position as the region’s commercial hub.

CSS Group was also represented during this landmark moment by Ken Dinnadge VP Business Development, as part of the DP World Alumni invited to this exclusive event. During his tenure at DP World Ken was part of the first commercial team that set DP World on its way to achieving its first million TEUs. Ken Dinnadge said, “The growth of DP World serves as a lesson for ports worldwide, as its success is owed to the vision of the country’s leaders and the Chairman of DP World. On behalf of CSS Group, I would like to congratulate DP World on achieving this tremendous milestone and wish them further success and growth in the future.”

The expansion work currently underway at Jebel Ali includes adding 1 million TEU in new capacity to Container Terminal 2 (T2) during the first half of this year and the development of a 4 million TEU capacity mega Container Terminal 3 (T3) by 2014. When the expansion work is complete, Jebel Ali Port will be able to handle ten of the next generation 18,000 TEU mega vessels at the same time – the only port in the region able to do so.

For well over a year now, DP World, UAE Region has been handling volumes of more than 1 million TEU every month. In 2012 DP World, UAE region handled 13.3 million TEU.

GPLN Annual Meeting Abu Dhabi

Global Project Logistics Network (GPLN) will be conducting its 10th GPLN Annual Global Meeting at the InterContinental Hotel in Abu Dhabi, from April 16 – 18, 2013.
Raj George, Senior Vice President, Projects, Oil & Energy, CSS Group, Arjun Bose, Director, CSS Abu Dhabi, Ahmad Fuad, Asst. General Manager, CSS Abu Dhabi and Narayan RT, General Manager CSS Bahrain will be representing CSS Group during the two day GPLN Annual Meeting whereby they will be able to network with various members and discuss various trends and market forecasts within the industry.
About GPLN Annual Meeting: GPLN brings together project cargo experts and independent project logistics specialist companies from around the world, all of whom have an expert focus on project logistics. This global meeting will allow members a face-to-face contact with other GPLN partners whereby they will be able to efficiently build professional relationships in the most lasting and cost effective manner. It is an opportunity to meet a multitude of partner companies to discuss past, current and future business, exchange sales leads, and develop a range of business possibilities within the GPLN Network.

Tianjin Consol Awarded By Samsung Tianjin

On December 5th, 2012 Tianjin Consol International Co., Ltd. were awarded with the prestigious “2012 International Transportation Provider Best Contribution” by Samsung Tianjin.

“Tianjin Consol International Co., Ltd would like to take this opportunity to thank all partners and agents for your care towards to Samsung’s shipments as well as your support and assistance on the annual Samsung’s bidding,” expressed Lane Lan, General Manager Overseas Dept, Tianjin Consol International Co., Ltd.

CSS Group would like to congratulate it long standing business partner Tianjin Consol International Co. Ltd on winning this prestigious award.

ABOUT TIANJIN CONSOL:

As the professional freight forwarder approved by National Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economy, they are also a National Class-A forwarder and a member of Tianjin International Freight Forwarders Association as well. With over 300 staff, well-appointed computerization and communication system they have 8 domestic subsidiaries, including branches and offices, with the head office in Tianjin.

CSS Delivery Order Counter Announcement

CSS will be relocating its Delivery Order Counter in May 2013 from its current location at the CSS Corporate Head Office. The new Delivery Order Counter will be located adjacent to Port Rashid in the Dubai Customs Building.

More details will be available in the May-June issue of Lighthouse and online.

Please visit www.cssgroupsite.com for more information.

CSR @ CSS Alpha Pain Clinic

DANCE AND MUSICAL JOURNEY IN SUPPORT OF ALPHA PAIN CLINIC AT SHEIKH RASHID AUDITORIUM, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

The Guest/dignitaries on the dais were Rajesh Rajaram (President, SKVCOSA), Mr. George Neriaparambil (Chairman, Geo Group), Mr. K.M. Noordee (Chairman, Alpha Pain Clinic), Mr. Sanu Mathew (President, AKCAF), Mr. Harshavardhan (CEO, Al Reyami Steel Cons.), Mr. Amith Horra (Marketing Manager, CSS), Col. Gopalakrishnan (Rtd.) Founder President of SKVC OSA along with Mr. Sudheesh Bhaskaran (Secretary, SKVCOSA) and Mr. Vinod Menon (Convenor, SNEHAM).

CSS Group recently participated in the 15th Anniversary Celebration “SNEHAM” a dance and musical journey in support of ALPHA Pain Clinic which took place on January 11th, 2013 at The Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Since their inception in the UAE, over 15 years ago, SKVCOSA has continually embraced the spirit of living and letting live. As alumni they have always believed in supporting charitable initiatives aimed at thebetterment of the less deprived.

“CSS Group was proud to sponsor this event as part of its CSR initiative as it applauds the charitable work that is consistently carried out by SKVCOSA,” added Amith Horra, Marketing Manager, CSS Group.

This year, the proceeds from the dance & musical show held on January 11th, 2013 were donated to Alpha Pain Clinic, a community-based organization dedicated to palliativecare since 2005. One of the largest providers of palliative care in India. Over the years Alpha Pain Clinic has provided care to 6484 patients from four centers. Palliative care is the total active care of patients with life limiting diseases, which needs a multidisciplinary team with shared goals and vision.

Running For A Reason -Mumbai Marathon 2013

CSS India Director Jairam KR Completes The Half Marathon

It has indeed been rightly said that “A Marathon Is More than Just a Race” and the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon too echoes this statement. The race is not just about crossing the finish line and winning thousands of dollars as prize money. It is in fact an event that is driven by passion and purity of purpose. The Mumbai Marathon is an annual international road running competition over the marathon distance that is held in Mumbai, India, each January.

15th February, 2004 is an important date in India’s distance running calendar. It marks the day when Standard Chartered Mumbai International Marathon made its debut, thereby catapulting India onto the world league of distance running events.

Celebrating a decade of distance running, the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2013 is among the elite class of full marathons to have been awarded the Gold Label Status by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). It is a great celebration of spirit and fitness that underlines and showcases the passion zeal of the citizens of a city, and nowhere is it more visible than in the spirit of giving that accompanies all great city marathons. Today every major city in India has a city marathon but Mumbai stands above other cities in the largeness in its heart and the caring power of its society. Corporate entities and citizens compete amongst themselves by participating in this event for the upliftment of the under privileged.

As a part of the Corporate Social Responsibility and show of solidarity towards a great cause CSS India Director Jairam KR had participated in SCMM and successfully finished the Half Marathon (21.097 KM) in 2 hours and 36 minutes. It was a proud moment for CSS Group as they got real representation in this event.

For the SCMM 2013 the international event ambassador was Haile Gebrselassie, winner of two Olympic Gold Medals, four World Championship Gold medals, four World Indoor Championship Gold medals and has 27 World records to his credit. . The event ambassador was Bollywood actor John Abraham who has been the face of many brands and several causes. But few are as close to his heart as the Mumbai Marathon.

Marathons around the world have been known for their strong bonding with charitable causes. Key to the success of this partnership that seeks to raise funds for deserving causes is strong participation from the corporate sector. The Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon has earned the distinction of being one of the most elite platforms in India for such causes. The SCMM is India’s single largest fundraiser and the runners rose more than Rs 17 Crore for charity, taking the total amount to Rs 80 crore since the marathon started way back in 2004.The SCMM has earned the distinction of being the most successful fund raising platform for charities in India and Celebrated a decade in distance running events. The Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon 2013 got a record with 222 NGOs participation and around 40,000 people – from businessmen to actors, doctors to dabbawallas, VIPs to the plain enthusiast – turned out for the 10th Mumbai marathon, proving once again that it is one of the most glamorous and widely participated sporting events in the country.

Lucky Winner

As part of our continuous commitment to the freight forwarding fraternity, CSS initiated a thank you scheme over 5 years ago, whereby one lucky name out of the scores of business cards that are dropped into the raffle bowls placed at the D/O counter at the CSS Corporate Office and CSLC-1 in Jebel Ali will be rewarded with a gift.
The winner picked selected and rewarded for the months of November- December 2012 was Arumugam from Globe Trekkers LLC who walked away with gift vouchers worth 200 AED from Lulu, presented by Fida Asghar, Team Manager, NVOCC, CSS Dubai.

Chairman’s Message

It gladdens my heart being able to wish you all, a great year ahead. A New Year provides an opportune time for us to thank all our friends, agents, associates and well wishers; who have stood with us in the ups and downs over the past twelve months. Whatever achievements we have made are because of the trust they have shown in us. I have seen some remarkable progress in the workmanship and confidence level of our own staff. We have made the communication stream clearer than ever, with our wonderful Lighthouse and websites. The enthusiasm shown by our sales team really warrants outstanding appreciation. I know they will emulate my own aspirations and dream big and act bigger in the coming year. Some wonderful strides were also taken by our IT team as they have developed innovative concepts which will be implemented soon. The guidance and leadership shown by our senior management team was truly remarkable. In summary, throughout CSS, we have seen great teamwork. Let us hope to achieve greater heights with our continuing enthusiastic efforts.
For this New Year, I would like to share a notion which I recently read. It’s all about keeping your own diary of events. Does this sound too simple? But if you ponder on this concept, you will come to realise that it really matters and will make a difference. Keep a diary and note events, both personal and professional. Whenever you feel something is worth writing down then just do that. At the end of each week, month and eventually the year, read what you have written. You will then be able to analyse what you have done and chart where you have reached in terms of achieving your goals. Such an assessment will sharpen your focus and enable you to be more targeted in the year ahead. Try this out in 2013, and experience some extra magic in 2014.

Strategy Is A Commodity & Execution Is An Art

In economics, a commodity is the generic term for any marketable item produced to satisfy wants or needs. Therefore how can strategy, an intangible object be considered a commodity?

In today’s market a company’s strategy is equivalent to a trade secret that gives companies an edge over its other competitors. But unlike tangible commodities that just require to be sold in order to define its success, a company’s strategy has to be carefully thought through and executed to ensure that the end result is a successful one.

It cannot be recalled, fixed, nor refunded, for this reason senior management can spend months or often a year to define the strategy of its company going forward. The execution of said strategy is as important as its developments, because it is the execution and its results that will serve as the company’s success story.

CSS proudly concluded its Annual Sales Strategy Meet 2012 at the prestigious Amethyst Resort in Passikudah, Sri Lanka. Amethyst Resort is the first property built, owned and operated by Amethyst Leisure (Pvt) Limited, whose journey began in 2011 with the laying of the first foundation for Amethyst Resort in Passikudah, Sri Lanka. By March 2012 the resort commenced its operations as one of the first and unique locations for holidaymakers in Passikudah.

Currently the resort has 40 rooms in operation, fully equipped with all amenities to offer the ultimate hi-tech getaway.

The three-day meeting was held from November 15th to the 18th, 2012 and was attended by the CSS Senior Management and Head of Departments from the Middle East and overseas guests, Oliver Hahn from IFS Doha and Suranga, Zainudeen, and Zuraish from Maldives.

The department heads gave presentations about the achievements and sales activities for the year 2012 and proposed ideas and strategies for the upcoming year 2013. With a core purpose of analyzing market trends, and business prospects, the sales meet gives an accurate platform for the different departments to discuss and share valuable business viewpoints, which helps in the future development of the company. There were breakout sessions with team building activities, which helped the attendees to take a break and also socialize as different groups.

CSS Projects, Oil & Energy Takes on a Heavy Load

Recently the CSS open yard in Jebel Ali, UAE received a substantial cargo volume of 3000 CBM which included SGC compressors and accessories which were received at Jebel Ali Port and moved to CSS’ yard for storage. They received three 120 tonnes SGC compressors on 10 axle hydraulic trailers, which were offloaded onto the ground using cranes. In addition they also received 15 other over-sized and heavy pieces for movement which was loaded onto heavy duty low bed trailers for offloading at the CSS open yard.

Sreenath V, Senior General Manager, Project’s Oil & Energy/Operations added, “The whole project was handled with extreme professionalism from start to finish, and allowed for CSS to showcase its continuous commitment to its clients to provide the highest quality of service.”

The entire operational team was present on site to ensure that the client’s needs were not only met, but their expectations exceeded.

Diverter Damper Blanking Plates

CSS Sales Team Jebel Ali along with CSS Projects, Oil and Energy division effectively handled all logistical requirements for the movement of Diverter Damper Blanking Plates. The Diverter Damper Blanking Plates originated from the shippers yard in Hamriyah Free Zone to Hamriyah Port then onwards by barge to Taweelah Port, Abu Dhabi to the final destination site.

The volume of this precious, time sensitive project cargo transported was over 5500 CBM and its transportation was done by hydraulic trailers and barge.

In spite of the various complexities that were faced during the entire operation including severe weather conditions i.e.: dense fog; specialized staff from the division were on site to ensure the smooth execution of the project and the client was extremely pleased with the service delivered by the CSS Projects Team right from inception to execution of the project.

Coordination, time management and dedicated teamwork between all departments ensured the shipment was achieved as per schedule while ensuring maximum client satisfaction.

Yacht and Marine Logistics

CSS’s Yacht and Marine Division was involved in a complex operation in receiving the discharge from hull to sea of a private yacht originating from Florida, USA to Dubai, UAE.

The yacht that was received was a Meridian 459 motor yacht with twin engines weighing over 14,000 kgs.

According to Ken Dinnadge, VP Business Development, CSS said, “Sometimes not all operations go according to plan, we have to be ready with solutions at all times which as we all know happens on occasion in this business/industry.”

The eventual outcome in this instance, once again demonstrated CSS’s willingness to go above and beyond in order to ensure complete customer satisfaction.”

The scope of work concluded as the yacht was delivered to the water from the vessel; however we felt that the receiver would benefit from CSS’s local knowledge and expertise by organizing on their behalf a professional survey, dry-docking and some minor general maintenance for the yacht. This proactive approach resulted in the customer giving the green signal to go ahead and have CSS oversee the entire operation.

Customer Testimonial from Kosta Kathreptakis, Senior Operations, Specialist and Project Director, McDermott Middle East, Inc.

“A big thanks to the entire CSS team for having been fantastic throughout the shipment process. The professionalism and customer service demonstrated was phenomenal. Thanks again!”

Ken Dinnadge concluded by saying, “This business unit is all about working as a team and this something that we are extremely focused on at CSS. Once again this demonstrate CSS’s commitment to providing not only first class service on the ground support to a diverse customer base but also excellent customer services and after sales support as well. Its team-cohesiveness amongst all departments that results in total customer satisfaction.”

CSS Mumbai will Work with Charter Link

Console Shipping Services India Pvt. Ltd has started weekly consoles to Hong Kong by teaming up with Charter link Logistics Limited and announced direct import consoles too from Hongkong to Nhavasheva and Chennai, to provide more convenient service to customers.

CSS India is already collaborating with Charterlink in New Delhi which has proved to be a success regarding client satisfaction. Established in 1998 Charter Link Logistics Limited is one of the leading logistics specialists based in Hong Kong with 7 offices located in places like Shenzhen, Shanghai, Xiamen, Qingdao, Zhongshan, Zhuhai and Dongguan. They have a staff strength of over 300 who can offer the most comprehensive supply chain management service to worldwide destinations.

Charter Link provides a wide range of services covering international China/Hong Kong trucking service and offers air freight, ocean freight, trucking, warehousing & distribution, China transshipment, customs clearance and export shipment to worldwide destinations.

Jairam K.R, Director, CSS India and Rahat Talreja, General Manager while visiting the Charterlink office in Hong Kong, had finalised the co-operation of both parties after discussions with the Management of Charter link  for providing the best of services to their clients in this sector.

Console Shipping Services India Pvt. Ltd, operates from the major cities and gate way ports of India such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Tirupur and Tuticorin. They have gained reputation as one the leading and professional freight forwarding companies in the region where they operate. They take pride in enjoying one of the best networks of agencies and associates worldwide and provide end to end solution to their customers.

As part of providing more convenient services, CSS India offer Direct Weekly Export Consol Service from Nhavasheva to the following

DESTINATIONS:

. Genoa . Hamburg.Felixstowe . Rotterdam .Antwerp . Barcelona . Valencia .Jebel Ali . Hong Kong . Singapore . Port Klang . Colombo . Istanbul

FOR IMPORTS

Direct Weekly Consol Service from . Jebel Ali  .Singapore . Hong Kong . Shenzhen . Ningbo  . Shanghai . Busan .Hamburg .Rotterdam . Tilbury

CSS Annual Staff Party 2012

CSS Group celebrated its 17th anniversary staff party at The ICC-GCA Cricket Grounds on Thursday November 29th, 2012. In conjunction with the SPACE-CSS Alleppey Ripples cricket match, the staff and their families enjoyed watching first class cricket while enjoying dinner catered by Tharavad Restaurant- “truly authentic South Indian Cuisine.” On this auspicious occasion the employees who had completed 10 years of service, Mr. Qais Abdulla, Ms. Gillian Alexander, Mr. Ansar Ali, Mr. Hassan Haji, Mr. Biju Kumar, Mr. Bhaskara Paniker, Mr. Sajith Vijayan and Madhu Parameswaran were honored for their valuable service.  The staff and families celebrated the SPACE-CSS Alleppey Ripples cricket match win in high spirits encouraged by the music played by the DJ who kept the party going till late!

CSS Group Chairman and the Senior Management extended their gratitude to the sponsors, valued associates, and all CSS departments who had sponsored the prizes for the CSS 17th Anniversary Annual Staff Party.

CSS Abu Dhabi Attends Adipec 2012

Held under the patronage of the President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness  Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and organized by dmg: events, ADIPEC is the largest exhibition for the Middle East oil and gas industry, supported by Abu Dhabi

National Oil Company (ADNOC) and the UAE’s Ministry of Energy, it hosts over 4000 delegates, 1,600 exhibitors, 38,000 square meters of space and attracts more than 50,000 attendees from 91 countries and is considered as the event where oil and gas industry professionals get together to experience, discover, network, discuss and debate core industry issues.

By the close of day three attendances at the 2012 edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) was 20% higher than the total recorded at the 2010 show.

Involvement from Middle East countries was also higher than ever, with delegations from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, IRAQ and the wider  region.

The highly anticipated ADIPEC 2012, also witnessed for the first time a joint participation between CSS Abu Dhabi and Gulf Commercial Group Engineering  Services.

Gulf Commercial Group- Engineering Service, a member of GHOBASH TRADING was established in 1982, specialized in Oil & Gas products trading focusing on the downstream requirement for supply of Precision Instruments, Transmitters, Recorders, Flow Computers, Metering Systems, Telecommunication equipment and cabling, Terminal Loading Automation and SCADA systems. Gulf Commercial Group mission is- Helping to Maximize Client Performance by providing unique specialized service to our value customers in diversified market segment.

Presently Gulf Commercial Group are the Middle East Distributor of FMC Technologies for Liquid & Measurement solutions and the representative for Honeywell, Johnson Pumps, Fluenta with wide range of Oil & Gas products. Offices are located in Abu Dhabi, Dubai & IRAQ. For further information visit the website: www.gcg-es.com.  In attendance from GCG Group was, Jean Pierre Antypas (General Manager), Ayoob Salah Al-Deen (Sales Manager- IRAQ Territory),  Abdullah Sarji (ADIPEC Stand Manager), Sanil Chithambaran (Logistics Head), Bill Carpenter (FMC Regional Manager, Liquid Products) and Kevin Stump (FMC Export Sales Manager).

CSS Abu Dhabi showcased its first class products and services along with participating in keynote networking sessions amongst the Oil and Gas fraternity.  The CSS Abu Dhabi delegation that attended included, Gillian Alexander, Manager Ops. & Cust. Service and Rajneesh Menon, Sr. Sales Executive.

Commenting on ADIPEC, Gillian added, “As the show has grown, the venue has grown as well, matching the needs of the event with the most modern facilities and technology.  ADIPEC is one of the highly anticipated exhibitions/conferences on the UAE events calendar and it was a great opportunity for us to participate and network.”

Moreover the Logistics support provided to Gulf Commercial Group, headed by  Rajneesh Menon & CSS Abu Dhabi team was highly acknowledged and appreciated on this venue.

During the course of the 4 day exhibition, CSS Abu Dhabi & Gulf Commercial Group took the opportunity to increase their visibility amongst the key players in the Oil and Gas industry while meeting various members of the fraternity through which numerous partnerships were created and commitments made for future business.

Mohammed Sahoo Al Suwaidi of GASCO, who has been appointed as Chairman for ADIPEC 2013, said: “Understandably, with the oil and gas industry in the region growing rapidly and with an increasing focus on best practice, there has been a demand to make ADIPEC an annual event from 2013.”

This growth and demand is unabated. We continue to have a waiting list of exhibitors and require yet more space, and therefore there is a need for an annual platform,” he added.

Al Suwaidi continued: “With the growth of gas projects in the region, the focus on gas for the conference programme will help aid business in the region. I am honoured to be appointed Chairman for ADIPEC 2013 and look forward to building on past success.”

ADIPEC 2013, taking place from November 10-13, 2013, will have a strong focus on gas, reflecting its increasing share of the global energy mix and heightened regional demand for gas for power generation.  13 national pavilions have confirmed for ADIPEC 2013 and 15,000 square metres of exhibition space have already been booked for next year’s show.

Together we are stronger: Following this principle CSS Abu Dhabi is growing rapidly with the succor of Gulf Commercial Group since they announced CSS as their official Logistics partner. By acknowledging the gratitude to Jean Pierre on this occasion CSS wishes them a very prosperous New Year by affirming strong support in their future business.

CSS Attends Cargo Ball 2012

The 3rd Annual Cargo Ball 2012 is a premier cargo industry event in the Middle East filled with a glittering evening of entertainment and international buffet dinner, attracting participants from the entire freight forwarding and logistics industry from around the world. The event was held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on the 6th of December 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Golf Park.

The event attracted over 450 delegates for an evening of networking to know their counterparts in the region and overseas, fun and frolic activities, live bands, dance and other activities.

The 3rd Annual Cargo Ball 2012 event was attended by senior representatives from airlines, freight forwarders, logistics and ground handling agents and the evening aided all the attendees to come together to build industry partnerships and long-term business relationships.

24 sponsors associated with the event from the areas of airlines, freight forwarders, IT services, shipping, warehousing & distribution, overland trucking and allied services.

The sponsors and delegates in association with the organizers Arabian Reach FZ LLC donated a part of the event revenue to the “Al Noor Training for Children with Special Needs” a special project dedicated to the welfare of the special needs children.

The CSS delegation who had attended this event included, Ahmed Al Rais, Senior VP Air Freight, Ken Dinnadge, VP Business Development, Ajay Krishnan, Senior General Manager Ocean Freight, Jacob Issac, General Manager Air Freight, Fida Asghar, Team Manager, NVOCC, Amith Horra, Marketing Manager, Arjun Bose, Managing Director, CSS Abu Dhabi, Ahmad Fuad, Branch Manager CSS Abu Dhabi, Rosaline Nabil, Business Development Manager CSS Abu Dhabi, Baiju Sadanand, Asst. Manager Ops Air Freight and Chandrakala, Asst. Manager NVOCC Ops.