Since April 2019, they have been handling the movement of solar panels, special cables, transformers etc which were being imported from Asia, North America and Europe
Panama Soluciones Logisticas Int, Conqueror member in Panama City, Panama, is handling the last leg of a special project which commenced back in April 2019. They have transported over 2000 TEUs of cargo consisting of several items required for the photovoltaic plant which were flown in from Asia, Europe and North America to Panama. For this project, they coordinated with the shipping lines and airlines for transporting the containers and breakbulk units.
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Other than logistics and transportation services, CQR Panama City also provided lifting and warehousing solutions to their client. The project necessitated the use of special heavy transport equipment with a capacity of up to 120 tons for land transportation. They also made use of a 500-ton crane for lifting and hoisting the shipment. The most challenging part of this project was the transportation and lifting of a 105-ton transformer of massive dimensions.
In the words of Luis Carlos Bustamante, the Manager of Panama Soluciones Logisticas, “The biggest challenge of this project was being able to create an efficient chain of communication for the proper management of the project. Delivery of 30 containers per day and handling the breakbulk shipments and air shipments within the budget and the deadline would not have been possible without the careful coordination among all the parties and the establishment of an adequate management and monitoring chain. I would request my partners to take a quick look at the video about our Project Cargo Division we have put together.”
Congratulations to Panama Soluciones Logisticas for successfully concluding this challenging project!
With our impeccable IT support, the online meeting will be the most effective way for members to increase their business volume in 2020
This year Conqueror’s Annual Meeting will go on the cloud because of the pandemic. Even though we will not be able to get together in person like we usually do, our networking must go on and this is precisely why we have organized Conqueror’s 1st Virtual Meeting to be held from 27th to 28th October 2020.
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Coming together on one platform at one time will allow our delegates to carry on with their networking activities and talk one-to-one with their partners for increased prospects of collaboration in the coming months. The virtual face-to-face meetings which will consist of the core of the event will allow for productive engagement among members without jeopardizing their safety. Agents will be able to attend up to 32 one-to-one videoconferences (each of 15 minutes duration) with previously chosen partners at a convenient meeting time.
Apart from the one-to-ones, members will also be provided with a live demonstration of all the new features and developments of our member-exclusive TMS -FreightViewer. Our user-friendly meeting platform will ensure an uninterrupted videoconferencing experience as per the agenda of the delegates. In a time when the global economy has been hard hit because of the pandemic and the ensuing lockdown, it is all the more important for the small and mid-sized entrepreneurs to collaborate and nurture their businesses.
“Since an in-person meeting is out of the question in 2020 our team has worked tirelessly to create an unparalleled networking experience in the virtual format. Our 1st ever online meeting will not only help the members to save time and expenses but also create a highly productive networking experience in the safest possible manner,” says Conqueror founder Antonio Torres.
Come online to promote your business, get new projects, and cultivate a better working relationship with your partners!
The shipment which consisted of more than 87 containers was transported from the USA to Bahrain
Takhlees Shipping Agencies, Conqueror member in Manama, Bahrain, recently handled a special project shipment with over 87 containers which had a net cargo worth of $620,000. CQR Manama was in charge of various processes including all related packing and stuffing services. Because of the sheer size of this shipment, the process of loading at the port proved to be a demanding job.
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“The shipment was moved with the help of 20 dry containers and one of the most challenging aspects of this project was to find a suitable vessel. This special project from the government has been a crucial shipment for us and will surely attract other important projects,” says Mr Abdulelah Alarabi, CEO of Takhlees Shipping Agencies.
Congratulations to Conqueror Manama and wishing them the very best for their future endeavours!
The cargo consisted of a new production line meant for manufacturing in the agricultural sector
MGL Cargo Services, Conqueror member in Cairo, Egypt, has recently moved an out of gauge cargo consisting of a new production line for agricultural manufacturing. The OOG shipment was moved in 2 x 40 flat rack containers and 1 x 40 high cube container. “Loading and unloading a cargo of this size was definitely a considerable challenge which was easily surpassed by our skilled and experienced workforce. Moreover, placing each machine in its right place required much care and attention on our part,” says Mr. Wassim Magdy, the Managing Director of MGL Cargo Services.
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CQR Cairo took care of many vital aspects of shipping as obtaining documentation, LC monitoring, company issuance, customs clearance at Alexandria Port, on-carriage to the factory site, loading/unloading, and more. Mr. Magdy further states, “The pandemic situation also posed a few obstacles regardless of which all the operations were concluded impeccably. The credit goes to our dedicated employees who have been working tirelessly even in the hardest of times.”
Congratulations to MGL Cargo Services for a job well executed!
The new office of Takhlees Shipping Agencies comes with a spectacular view of the ocean
Takhlees Shipping Agencies, Conqueror member in Manama, Bahrain, shifted to a brand new, well equipped office space in a beautiful location. “We believe that creativity and efficiency are largely dependent on the quality of the workspace and a nice office environment can have a positive impact on the output, and wellbeing of the employees. We were on the lookout for a new building for quite some time so as to provide our employees with a better and more comfortable working space.” says Mr Abdulelah Alarabi, CEO of Takhlees Shipping Agencies.
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As one of the largest forwarders of the country with over a decade of experience, Takhlees firmly believes that the office space shapes the company culture and they think that a pleasant work environment fosters creative solutions that are very important in this industry. “The new office atmosphere is very relaxing and the magnificent ocean view keeps our staff motivated and happy.” adds Mr. Alarabi.
Congratulations to Takhlees Shipping Agencies and all the best for their future projects!
In the last few months, they have moved over 120,000 boxes of cargo to Europe, North America and several Asian countries
Trans Air Cargo, Conqueror member in Bangkok, Thailand, has transported more than 120,000 boxes of PPE totalling over 600 tons. The shipments were mostly consigned to UK, several countries in the EU, USA, and some Asian destinations. According to Mr. Keree Chaichanavong, the Managing Director of Trans Air Cargo, “Presently there is a high demand for nitrile gloves, facial masks and medical supplies shipment. Thailand being one of the key rubber producers in the world, we are trying our best to get these items delivered to countries where it is most required.”
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They are closely working with the airlines and utilizing the cabin load on the passenger aircrafts in addition to the regular cargo space whenever possible in order to serve the demands of their customers. To this end, they have teamed up with several carriers including AF, KLM, Finnair, Swiss Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines.
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It has been a difficult time as we are all facing the COVID-19 pandemic situation for the last few months. The available capacity is very limited on almost all the carriers while the rates are skyrocketing and flight schedules are unstable and mostly at short notice. I appreciate the perseverance of our entire team which has managed to get this important job done almost seamlessly.” adds Mr. Chaichanavong. Presently CQR Bangkok is working on another 3 flights with PPE shipments to UK.
Congratulations to Trans Air Cargo and all the best for their future endeavours!
They also recently moved two full flight load shipments consisting of medical supplies from Delhi to Riyadh
Three Aces Global Logistics Pvt. Ltd, Conqueror member in New Delhi, India, just completed moving a 30 MT cargo of live saving pharmaceuticals from New Delhi to Almaty, Kazakhstan. They chartered a flight by Air Astana to move this time-critical shipment.
In the words of Pankaj Agarwal, the Director of Three Aces Global Logistics, “We were in charge of various aspects of the shipment including local logistics, labelling, and transporting the cargo from the warehouse to the airport. The most challenging part of the shipment was undoubtedly the process of labelling of 5000 cartons within the handover deadline. We recommend the members have a look a the below videos to get an idea.”
CQR Delhi also recently chartered two planes from Saudi Arabia Airlines to send out pharmaceuticals from Delhi to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Each of these flights carried 19 MT of cargo. “We have been handling pharmaceutical goods and medical supplies on a regular basis throughout the pandemic. Our team has all the knowledge and expertise needed for the safely handling of pharmaceutical shipments and we are proud to play our part in the fight against the Coronavirus.” adds Mr. Agarwal.
Congratulations to Three Aces Global for the successful execution of these commendable projects!
We are happy to announce that the summer edition of Conqueror’s 2020 newsletters has been published and can be viewed and downloaded from the website.
It starts with a page with all the information about our First Virtual Meeting, which will be held from 27th to 28th October, following which there’s the news articles and interviews about the achievements of the network members along with important news and headlines from the logistics industry.
There’s also a page dedicated to Conqueror’s new updates: the creation of a new blog and the announcement of a new customizable online brochure for members.
Go through the Refer and Earn page where we have listed all the perks of the Conqueror’s Referral Programme. So if you know of an eligible candidate in any of the territories in need of coverage, make sure to tell your peers about all the advantages of being a Conqueror member!
Since many freight forwarders are working from home at this time, it can also be found a post with useful tips to enhance work from home productivity.
Lastly, if you want to get the news about your company featured in our upcoming newsletter, then just write to us about your recent accomplishments!
Logistics companies offering this service should follow the IATA guidelines for reducing any discomfort and stress on the animals
The trend of transporting live animals by flights started as early as the 1930s and in 2020 movement of live animals by air is considered to be the most humane, convenient, as well as viable long-distance transportation option for living animals. Not all logistics companies offer this service and the ones which do should ideally follow the IATA guidelines for enhanced protection and care of the livestock.
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Some of the essential factors which need to be looked into for the safe transfer of live animals are the physical needs of the animals, ground handling and processing, the settings of the Aircraft ECS (Environment Control System), and the environment at the airport along with the en-route environment. However, it needs to be remembered that the loading, handling and packing arrangements, and the ECS setting, depending on the kind of animal which is being moved. The task becomes all the more challenging when more than one species of animal is being transported.
Posta Logistics, CQR member in Copenhagen, Denmark, and Sun North VN Transport Corp, CQR member in Haiphong, Vietnam, have been offering live animal shipping services for quite some time and their teams have all the skills and know-how to deal with these offbeat shipments. Ms. Jenny Thuy, the Consolidation Manager of Sun North VN Transport Corp, who has years of experience in dealing with these special shipments, says “Undoubtedly one of the most difficult aspects of shipping live animals is obtaining the permission issued by the local authority before loading. Next in the booking step, we need to check all the suitable routes and transit time and then select the one which is best for the health and safety of the animals.”
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Since most livestock (with a few exceptions) are moved in the cargo compartment of the plane, it is important to prepare the environment of the cargo hold before loading the animals. Moreover, while transporting a cargo of animals one needs to select the shortest possible route ensuring minimum stopovers and time spent on the ground. While the animals have to be loaded as close to the time of departure as possible, they should be unloaded immediately upon landing. It is also wise to avoid high temperatures at all times which is why most forwarders try to load the animals at night.
The journey also involves several risk factors for the animals and at times it can be impossible for the forwarding company to manage all these risks.
For instance change in temperature, turbulence during the journey, or a rough landing at the destination can make the animals feel stressed or sick. In this situation, the only option for the freight forwarder is to carefully consider all the options and then choose the best one according to their experience. Moreover, the forwarders also need to have a contingency plan in case something goes awry during the transit process.
Both CQR members make sure to keep the animals in good condition with constant access to food, water, fresh air, and enough space. “We work closely with the airport veterinarian and we have the journey planned in the best possible way so that the animals do not have to wait unnecessarily. All paperwork is done in advance and it is only the inspection that is needed before the animals are loaded. If the veterinarian is not needed, we are in contact with the ground handler in the airport to make sure that somebody is there to take care of the animals,” says Nick Plytsgaard, the Operation Manager of Posta Logistics.
‘We always make sure to use a direct flight so the animals don’t get any unnecessary stress. We think a lot about the people involved as it is their beloved animals that we ship around. We try to keep them informed when something new happens and they are constantly updated with the whereabouts of their animals.”
When live animals are being moved by flight over long distances and need to travel from one climate zone to another, then the journey should be planned in a way that ensures that the animals don’t go through any abrupt change in temperature on reaching the destination. This is why at times it is imperative to arrange for a controlled environment upon landing to eliminate all chances of stress for the animals. “Another point to consider is minimizing the transit stops at airports. Normally we ship cats and dogs to private persons, but we have, in the past, shipped pigs from a farmer in Denmark. We always make sure to use a direct flight so the animals don’t get any unnecessary stress. We think a lot about the people involved as it is their beloved animals that we ship around. We try to keep them informed when something new happens and they are constantly updated with the whereabouts of their animals,” adds Mr. Plytsgaard from Posta Logistics.
Some animals are more sensitive to stress than others which is why the freight forwarders need to be aware of the IATA guidelines which will make sure that the animals are safely moved around the globe with minimum stress or discomfort. Mr. Thuy from Sun North VN Transport further adds, “We make a point of taking proper care of our animals during the shipping time. We provide them with spacious cases, enough food, water, air and we even have veterinarians who are always there to take care of any unpleasant occurrences.”
For shipment requirements to/from Copenhagen, Denmark, or Haiphong, Vietnam, make sure to get in touch with them.
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