THE 5-R’S TO GET BACK FROM COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic is first and foremost a human tragedy that will be marked on the pages of history. It will reshape a “new normal” in every sphere in the post COVID era. Affecting millions in almost every country on the globe, the outbreak has had a devastating effect on the global economy as well. Dealing with the coronavirus crisis and its aftermath is the imperative of our times.
Here are 5 steps of how organizations can adapt to getting back to “business as usual”.
The McKinsey article calls organizations to act across five stages, leading from the crisis of today to the next normal that will emerge after the battle against coronavirus has been won:

1. Resolve
2. Resilience
3. Return
4. Re-imagination
5. Reform

Resolve

The need to determine the scale, pace, and depth of action required at the state and business levels. As one CEO told McKinsey, “I know what to do. I just need to decide whether those who need to act share my resolve to do so.”

Resilience

The pandemic has spawned a worldwide financial and economic crisis. A McKinsey Global Institute analysis, based on multiple sources, indicates that the shock to our livelihoods from the economic impact of virus-suppression efforts could be the biggest in nearly a century. Near-term issues of cash management for liquidity and solvency are the foremost challenges at the present. But soon afterward, businesses will need to act on broader resilience plans as the shock begins to upturn established industry structures, resetting competitive positions forever.

Return

For companies to return to business as usual, the supply chain needs to be reactivated. It is extremely challenging after a lockdown that spans the globe. With the coronavirus impact spreading across geographies, supply chain disruptions are inevitable in multiple locations. . The weakest point in the chain will determine the success or otherwise of a return to rehiring, training, and attaining previous levels of workforce productivity. Leaders must therefore reassess their entire business system and plan for contingent actions in order to return their business to effective production at pace and at scale.

Re-imagination

The post-Covid era will define how we live, work and play and how technology can be harnessed. Contactless commerce with online transactions will be rule of the day. The pursuit of efficiency will have to make way for the need for resilience and the global supply chain might have to be reframed with production and sourcing moving closer to the end user. This is also the time to tap into opportunities to improve business processes and performance. Technology adoption will be accelerated by quick assimilation of what it takes to improve productivity. In the end, we will have an understanding of how businesses will become more immune to shocks resulting in better productivity and improved service quality.

Reform

The pandemic has opened doors for a wide variety of innovations and experiments like working from home to large scale surveillance. If we adopt these innovations on a permanent basis, we could provide an improvement on the socio-economic development of our society and also help in stopping the virulent virus in spreading.
The pandemic has inadvertently caused a restructuring of the global economic order. How this crisis evolves is still yet to be seen. These five steps can help leaders beat a path to return to a “new normal”, that is unlike anything that was before.

CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE

I’m always buoyed-up with enthusiasm as we approach another occasion for our Strategy Meet. Over the years I’ve seen the same enthusiasm, in my colleagues, as we prepare for this eagerly anticipated in-house business get-together.

Taking full advantage of this opportunity we have designed and put into action, strategies devised to overcome critical issues which have arisen during the growth process of Consolidated Shipping Services. Our enlightened thinking, stimulated by a united rationale, guided us to significant triumphs even when the global business scenario was somewhat disappointing.

However nowadays we allow outside influences to drive us on, without realizing their impact. New technology has pushed us to unforeseen levels of accomplishment. Artificial Intelligence, 3D Printing, Nano Technology, Genetics and Robotics quickly spring to mind just in this century. Whilst information is at our fingertips dependence on these innovations means that many have lost the ability to undertake basic calculations without relying on them.

Working out a simple two-digit number sum, without the aid of a calculator, has even become impossible for some. Such consideration leads me to ask, “What has happened to our critical thinking?” I recall a quote from Albert Einstein – ‘The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing’. Few are able to match Einstein’s capacity for critical thinking but this is no reason for not trying. It seems to me that our generation is rapidly losing the capacity for this style thinking.

Fired-up with fervent passion for our Strategy Meet, I am confident that our get-together is destined to visualize ‘out of the box’ by applying critical thinking. This gives me confidence to believe that our in-house business get-together will design new strategies to action more success for CSS. Accordingly, it gives me pleasure to extend my best wishes to all participants.

MAHABALI CRYSTAL AWARD

The enthusiastic team at the CSS Head Office, Jebel Ali, won this year’s Mahabali Crystal Award for the best Pookkalam (Kerala Traditional Flower Carpet) created in connection with the Onam celebrations.

A Pookkalam competition is organized every year, amongst CSS Group divisions, and the winner carries with them the Mahabali Crystal Award which is a rolling prize. Each office engages their best creative team to make amazingly beautiful flower carpet designs. The creatives will be judged by a panel of professionals, who announces the winners on a later date. This year’s winners and their creatives are shown here.

MAHABALI CRYSTAL AWARD WINNER:

CSS Head Office! Fantastic job, well done Congratulations to the CSS Head Office TEAM!!!! Amazingly done design. The particulars are nicely shown and the props well placed.

Below is a quote from the Judges.

“Amazing design, the colors were well done and they gave so much importance to details!”

FIRST RUNNER UP:

CSLC 1

Congratulations!!!! You all did an amazing job, really appreciable…….

Below is a quote from the Judges.

“The color gradation was done brilliantly, but could have gained more points if the boat was not used with a help of a nonliving material!”

SECOND RUNNER UP:

CSS Homeward Bound
Congratulations team!!!! You all did a good job, and this could have only been done through your team work and creativity.

Below is a quote from the Judges.

“Good design- The Pookalam was neatly done and the truck and the boat design was innovative!”

MBA STUDENTS FROM THE US VISIT CSS


CSS Dubai office recently welcomed a group of Business Management students from the Texas Christian University, USA. As part of their study abroad programme, the Executive MBA students; Stephanie Kuntz, Dwayne Roberts, Keith Harris and Sam Jordan spent time at the CSS facilities in Jebal Ali to learn about best practices in the logistics and freight forwarding industry in the UAE. Their trip was aimed at knowing more about conducting business globally, with a focus on the three countries they visited, which were India, UAE & Hungary. “We thoroughly enjoyed our meeting with CSS and learned a great deal about the freight forwarding industry in the region,” mentioned the students’ team in one voice.

They had a one-on-one session with Ajay Krishnan, COO of Freight Forwarding at CSS who shared with them in-depth insights on trading patterns, customs and trade procedures and individual customer/vendor’s processes with regard to how they are aligned to country regulations and trade practices. “A refreshing discussion, allowing us and our visitors the chance to impart experience/knowledge of both on the ground realities as well as concepts, forthcoming. We at the CSS Group have always welcomed these opportunities, and are open to more such discussions going forward.” Mentioned Ajay.

STAGE DRAMA IN COLOMBO

CSS SRI LANKA INVOLVES IN BRAND AWARENESS ACTIVITY

CSS Sri Lanka got an opportunity to involve in a cultural programme in Colombo. Recently the drama enthusiasts gathered at the Tower hall Colombo to witness a Sinhala stage drama, “Balloth ekka baha 2” organized by the welfare society of a company named Douglas and Sons. Being a loyal customer to CSS, they invited CSS to the programme and meet and greet the audience. CSS Sri Lanka team visited the venue, took part in the programme and promoted their leaflets and flyers as part of brand building activity.

Celebrating International Yoga Day

CSS GROUP ORGANIZES YOGA SESSION TO THEIR EMPLOYEES

CSS Group observed the International Yoga day by conducting a Yoga session led by Mr. Rohitaksha, Yoga master from Arya Yoga. The programme was organized at the CSS Head Quarters in Jebel Ali. Interested people from amongst the different departments of the company attended the session.
The United Arab Emirates celebrated the International Yoga day with various events across the country. Thousands of residents from the Indian community participated in yoga sessions at Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi on Thursday evening to mark the 5th International Day of Yoga.
The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi hosted Yoga Day celebrations at the park from 7pm onwards on Thursday evening. Shaikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Tolerance, inaugurated the event who was the chief guest at the function along with Charge d’Affaires of the mission, Smita Pant.
Yoga has been around for centuries (originating from India thousands of years ago) and is attributed to connecting the mind and soul. In the fast-paced world that we live in these days, more and more people are turning to yoga and meditation to clear the mind – plus it’s a brilliant workout too.

INTERMODAL 2019

CSS GROUP ATTENDS THE THREE-DAY EVENT IN SAO POLO

Intermodal South America, which is considered to be the largest platform that provides communications and idea exchange amongst the cargo and logistics fraternity concluded successfully, recently in Sao Polo, Brazil. CSS Group participated the event from 19th to 21st March, which consisted of exhibition and networking events. CSS was represented by Midhun George Assistant General Manager Sales, CSS Abu Dhabi & Krishna, Management Trainee, CSS Dubai.

“Every year Intermodal brings in immense prospects of business for us at CSS Group and I think that there is no other better manner we can reach the Latin American fraternity across the globe than Intermodal,” commented Midhun about the exhibition.

Considered by the industry experts as a strategic platform for generation of new businesses, Intermodal South America gathers during its three days the main players in international and national market, promoting businesses and partnerships, working as a platform for launchings, brand reinforcement, joint-ventures, sales and networking.

“Intermodal is a worldwide show for coordinations, transport, freight and global exchange. There is abundant opportunity of relationship building, which could eventually become business. Moreover, this event brought in Global giants and start-ups under the same roof for interaction” Mentioned Krishna about the event.

REBUILDING KERALA


CSS Group’s urgent Donation Drive for Kerala’s Flood victims

August saw the worst natural disaster in over a century in the state of Kerala, India. Severe flooding caused by torrential rains saw over 445 people dead, 15 missing within a fortnight, and at least one million evacuated, with all 14 districts of the state being placed on red alert.

The CSS Group’s offices across the GCC initiated a CSS Donation Drive through its online platforms from the 15th to the 27th of August, 2018 welcoming contributions from within its ranks, as well as its dedicated customers, and the public.

With the aid of the Group’s partners, an immediate air freight shipment with food and medicine, followed by a 40-ft container packed with relief materials – donated by employees and the public – were sent directly to Cochin.
“My deepest condolences to those who lost their loved ones, their homes and so much more. We are here to support the people and hope this token can bring some relief to their suffering,” said T.S. Kaladharan, Founder and Chairman of the CSS Group.

CSS Group’s offices in JAFZA, Al Quoz, Garhoud, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi were open to receive donations from the public. The multinational logistics and freight forwarding company then sent forward this relief material, addressed to NGO’s and certified aid providers, in the country.
The CSS Group’s GCC offices collected over 2,650 cartons of relief material; 400 employees across its international offices also proceeded to donate a day’s worth of salary towards the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund in Kerala, India.

The Group would like to personally extend its thanks to Navio Shipping who donated the 40-ft containers used to deliver relief material to the people of Kerala. Navio Shipping is one of the leading liner agencies in the Middle East based in Dubai, representing a wide range of NVOCC principals. They offer consistent service operations across the Middle East, Upper Gulf, Far East, Europe and South Asia.

CSS GROUP’S DONATION DRIVE – RELIEF FOR KERALA, INDIA

In view of the worst devastation in nearly a century suffered by Kerala due to the recent rains and floods, the CSS Group is leading a donation drive in the UAE starting from the 15th to the 19th of August, 2018.

Kerala is going through a difficult time, with thousands of people rendered homeless and seeking shelter in relief camps. While the government is doing everything possible to rehabilitate victims, there are still things that the CSS Group and its employees can contribute towards to provide aid.

The CSS Group has teamed up with Dubai KMCC – a registered organization in Dubai under the Social Regulatory & Licensing (Community Development Authority), Government of Dubai and Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department, Government of Dubai. It enjoys the trust and goodwill of thousands of Indians, especially Keralites, in recognition of its efforts to provide relief, both in the UAE and in Kerala.

We request all those interested to extend their goodwill by donating various relief material (please note, cash cannot be accepted. Only material aid can be sent forward). Examples of items are listed below – please note, you are not restricted to just those below – you can also donate anything from foldable beds/cots or even pampers.

TOILETRIESTOOTHBRUSH / TOOTH PASTE / BATH SOAP / SANITARY NAPKINS
LINENSBLANKETS BEDSHEETS / PILLOW - COVERS
BATH TOWELS
APPARELS / ACCESSORIESDRESSES/CLOTHES (PLEASE DO NOT DONATE USED/TORN/DAMAGED CLOTHES)
SANDALS / SLIP-ONS
FOOD ITEMSNO PERISHABLE ITEMS, ONLY PACKAGED
SCHOOL KITSNOTEBOOKS / PENCILS / SCHOOL BAGS / PENS / ERASER / UMBRELLA FOR KIDS

Our offices in JAFZA, Al Quoz, Garhoud (Suite #308) and Sharjah will be accepting donations from the public following the schedule below:

LocationSaturday (18th August, 2018)Sunday (19th August, 2018)Contact numbers and person
JAFZA8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.04 887 2 333 (Mary)
050 9381 790 (Aparna S)
Al Quoz (CSS Homeward Bound)8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.04 321 7 388
050 980 3 101
(Roshan/Nashmi/Arya)
Garhoud (CSS Logisitcs)8 a.m. – 12: 30 p.m.8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.04 222 2 039 / 052 804 8919 (Aparna/Abilash)
Sharjah (CSS Kingston Logistics)-8 a.m. – 3 p.m.06 557 5 111
050 657 6 996 (Thomas)

If you have any other queries, please email marketing@cssdubai.com for further details.

GPLN- 15th AGM in Bremen

Global Project Logistics Network (GPLN) will hold their 15th Annual General Meeting from May 26-28, 2018 at the Dorint Park Hotel in Bremen where a multitude of GPLN members, sponsors and media representatives from around the world will have plenty of networking opportunities during intense meetings and social events to maintain existing and established new contacts that will benefit greatly their business. The attendance of over 200 GPLN delegates speaks itself for the quality of the GPLN network and their highly skilled project forwarders. The day after the AGM on May 29 GPLN is organizing at the same venue their renowned Heavy Lift Maritime and Transport Seminar which is also open for non GPLN members and offers a great opportunity to learn more about Heavy Lift Shipping and expand technical abilities and knowledge for project cargo business. Right after these events GPLN will also exhibit at the Breakbulk Europe Transportation Conference & Exhibition in Bremen from May 30-31, 2018. Please visit their GPLN booth #1400 in Hall 5 of Messe Bremen where also many GPLN members will be present.
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.

Networking & Dinner

CSS attends SCLG annual industry networking and dinner

CSS Group attended the SCLG annual industry Networking and dinner held at Dusit Thani, Dubai on the 28th of March. The event was a perfect platform for networking and was hugely successful marked by presence of 100 plus senior personnel from 70 plus organizations. CSS Group was represented at the event by Rosh Manoli Deputy General Manager, Sales & Marketing, Richard Varghese Asst. General Manager, Sales & Marketing.
Headquartered in Dubai (UAE), Supply Chain & Logistics Group (SCLG) is a membership driven industry business group engaged in advancing supply chain & logistics industry locally, regionally and globally. SCLG currently has a membership base of 200+ corporate organizations and is growing.

Cool Storage Facility In Sharjah

CSS Kingston Logistics provides Cool storage facility inside Saif zone, Sharjah. Having a cool storage facility warehouse can be critical to your business and you can have confidence that you can count on CSS Kingston to provide what you need. The temperature controlled warehousing provides clients with storage solutions that preserve the integrity and quality of goods such as food, pharmaceuticals and electronic components. With the state of the art facilities and highly trained manpower in station, you can rely on the expertise and skills of the temperature controlled storage  division at CSS Kingston Logistics.

Conveniently located within SAIF zone, CSS Kingston is easily accessible from all parts of the Northern Emirates. Highly efficient supply chain facilities provide an edge to CSS Kingston logistics over their competitor in the fiend of 3PL management.

Service offering:

    • 35,000 Sq. Ft. Warehouse space dedicated for cool storage
    • 2200 Pallet positions
    • Suitable for Food stuff, pharmaceuticals & cosmetics
    • Continuous monitored digital temperature control
    • Short & Long Term Storage
    • Web-based Inventory Management Link to Information and Technology
    • 99.9% Order Accuracy
    • Secured with 24 X 7 CCTV monitoring

 

For enquiries, contact :

Thomas Mathew – Branch Manager

thomas@csskingston.com

Business, Friendship & Beyond

The relationship between CSS and FPS Rotterdam started in 2003 when T S Kaladharan and Jean-Paul van Munster met each other for the first time in Singapore. It was clear that both had a lot to offer to each other. Commencing in 2003, the combined efforts of CSS, who are a neutral NVOCC and FPS Rotterdam has made both companies to become the market leaders in consolidation services from and to the Middle East and India in their respective regions.

From there started, not only a fruitful business relationship, but also a close friendship flourished. During the past years the relationship had grown into a family atmosphere for both Kala & Jean. Never an opportunity is missed to be in each other’s family functions and over the period of time, the joy is shared of being like a single family and they continue the relationship.



After a long day of business meetings between the CSS teams and Saskia de Jong, MD of FPS Rotterdam, the day is sealed with a family diner.

CSS Mumbai Shifts ITS Export CFS To Punjab Conware

In view of providing better service to their clients, CSS Mumbai has shifted its export CFS to a new location of Punjab Conware in Nhavasheva. This new warehouse will have state-of-the art facilities and modern amenities. All consolidation activities will be carried out in this new place which is a custom bonded warehouse with dedicated personnel to ensure the most professional service and smooth movement of shipments.

As per an official statement, the major reason for the shift was due to pilferage, short landings, delayed movement of containers & high extra costs. Previously CSS Mumbai was using CWC Dronagiri for their consolidation activities. This decision is seen as a welcoming change and will definitely enhance the whole process of their CFS activities.

The new address is:

Consol Shipping Services (I) Pvt Ltd
Punjab Conware CFS
Shed # 1, Plot No. 2, Sector 2
Taluka – Uran, District – Raigad
Navi Mumbai – 400 707

Contact

Datta Salvi
Tel : +91 22 27242841
H/P : +91 9920754201

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.

LUDHIANA OPERATIONS GEARING UP

CSS Ludhiana headed by Amit Kapatia and Yash Pal Sharma has successfully sent the first direct console box to Istanbul from ICD DDL, Ludhiana which is regarded as a rare achievement in this region. Console Shipping Services India Pvt.Ltd, a division of CSS Group is one of the fastest growing NVOCC in the Indian Sub-continent. CSS Group, with its headquarters in Dubai has got full fledged operations from its 11 offices in India.


The office at Ludhiana mainly aims at improving the service levels and brings in personalization to all operations in this region, which is the primary motive of CSS Group. CSS is present in all the gateway ports of India and has got a prominent place among the freight forwarding and logistics fraternity in Middle East. The offices in Dubai, Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia well places its Middle East operations which directly support the India offices to offer the best of services and rates in the entire market.


The India offices and its exemplary team are capable of handling all types of Sea and Air freight for both import and export. The well trained and experienced Projects team of CSS Group can be regarded as one of the best in the Middle East and the Sub-continent.

CSS GROUP PORTAL

CSS Portal has got two major sections, one is the general data management area and the other one is the secured data management area. In this section we are discussing briefly about the non-login part of the portal.


Eservices: Here you can find online tracking to track the shipments by providing the house bill of lading (HBL) number, online sailing schedule to take a glance of the sailing schedules and online booking to book cargo. The rate request module is to get a special rate from the service provider, the rates generated by the company’s pricing department will be emailed to the customers who have requested the same. Transport request in this page takes you to the transport department, who will further take care of the bookings.

Careers: link in this page tells about the open positions within the company.


Services: This link deals with the different services offered by CSS, namely NVOCC, CFS, SCM etc


Group Directory: In the group directory: In the group directory area you can find worldwide officer of CSS.

Knowledge Base: KB is the area where the general shipping or freight forwarding information is found. This area is regularly updated.

Shipping Glossary: Names and terms related to the industry can be viewed and understood at Shipping Glossary.

Image Gallery: Photos and other images pertaining to the company operations and activities are stored here. This can be accessed for viewing & downloading.


Employee Login: Company staff will have the access to login and use the facilities in it.

CSS GROUP AT GPLN

The 7th Annual Meeting of the Global Project Logistics Network (GPLN) was held in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. The conference was attended by various industry professionals from different countries in the project logistics business.Consolidated Shipping Services L.L.C., Dubai has been a member of this network since June 2009, this was the first time CSS participated in the GPLN conference and it proved to be a great platform to meet professionals, operators,operators,and vendors from the Project & Heavy Lift Logistics sector. CSS group was represented by Raj George (Senior VP – Ocean Freight) and Narayan R. T. (General Manager – CSS Bahrain).

CSS AT CARGO SHOP MUMBAI

CSS recently participated in India’s premiere cargo, break bulk, heavy lift and project forwarders exhibition, Cargo Shop South Asia 2010, held at the world trade centre in Mumbai.The stall attracted more than 2000 attendees at the conference. The event was a perfect networking platform for the huge CSS delegation that was present.


Major industry players from logistics to heavy lift manufacturers and rig operators, participated in the conference from 25th to the 27th of March 2010.CSS team included Jairam K R, Arup Ray (Directors- CSS India) Rakesh Menon (Sr. General Manager- Business Dev.) Rahat Talreja (Dy.General Manager- CSS Mumbai) and the sales team from Mumbai office.The response received at Mumbai was overwhelming and encouraging for CSS Group.

CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

CSS Group is proud to have completed 15 years of success and excellence; this auspicious occasion was shared with all our worldwide agents, associates and partners by having a 3 day event to commemorate 15 years of CSS Groups Excellence. The event took place on the 16th, 17th & 18th of April, 2010 and comprised of conferences highlighting services offered by the CSS Group, open discussion which offered agents the opportunity to speak about their association with the Group and breakout sessions, where the agents had a choice to interact with various departments at CSS. After the conference, it was the time for Gala Dinner and recognition and appreciation of dedicated CSS staff who completed 10 and 15 years of service with the company. This was followed by live fusion music entertainment by renowned percussionist Anandan Sivamani, sitar maestro Ravi Chary and pianist Steefan Devassia.


A tour of DP World and newly renovated CSS office and facilities at Jebel Ali Free Zone (CSLC1) was organized for the 18th morning, followed by an Arabian themed dinner and evening entertainments like Belly Dancing, Falcon Show, Animal Show and Camel Riding at the Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa.


CSS 15th Anniversary celebration was a memorable experience and a great opportunity for us to cherish our association with the esteemed guests. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our associates and partners who stood with us for the past 15 years, and thank them shown in us. We would also like to extend our gratitude to our staff for their dedication, hard work and the team efforts and our customers for their whole hearted support, which ensures that the CSS Group enjoys an exceptional reputation amongst the freight forwarding and logistics community.