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THE COOP QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER

JUN 2022

All set for The Coop’s 6th Annual Meeting - 11th to 13th March 2023 at Phuket, Thailand

An unmatched networking experience to strengthen your partnerships and find new project opportunities!


Message from the President

Dear members,

Presenting you the June edition of The Coop’s quarterly newsletters. I hope that all of you are doing great with plenty of new projects to work on. To begin with I would like to inform you that the dates for Cooperative Logistics Network’s 6th Annual Meeting have been finalized! After a long wait of more than two years, we will finally be able to get together under one roof in the picturesque tropical island of Phuket. The Coop’s 6th Annual Meeting will be held in Le Meridien Phuket, from 11th to 13th March 2023.

You will get to read about the top highlights of our in-person meeting. Moreover, the short section on the insights from our previous conferences will surely motivate you to join us for our 2023 Annual Meeting in Thailand.

The Coop’s June Newsletter comes with all the pertinent news from the network plus all the news about the latest happenings in the freight forwarding sector. Our Members News for this edition covers the latest achievements of network members in Guatemala City, Santiago, Seoul, Hamburg/Bremen/Frankfurt, Lima, Shenzhen, Venice, and Singapore. Our industry news for this edition focuses on the acquisition of ten new container ships by Ocean Network Express (ONE). Furthermore, the newsletter also contains the latest news bits from the transportation and logistics industry. Last but not the least, there is an interesting article on ‘Tips for selecting the right shipping container’ that will provide you with useful insights on finding the appropriate container for your ocean freight shipments.

I would like to conclude by encouraging all of you to keep exchanging a portion of your shipment with your fellow members which will not only empower the network but also increase your business volume. Also, keep a regular tab on our social media handles where we often update you with various news bits about the network and the industry as well as promote the accomplishments of your company.


Happy reading!

Kind regards,

Antonio Torres President and Founder


A very special reunion for very special members!

The Coop’s 6th Annual Meeting to be held in Phuket, Thailand from 11th to 13th March 2023!

For the first time since the pandemic over 330 members are gearing up to participate in an in-person meeting at the tropical beaches of Phuket.

Your trip to Phuket will also come with loads of entertainment options and socializing activities. Apart from the Welcome Cocktail Reception and the Gala Dinner party this year we have organized additional activities that will take your networking to the next level.

Make the best use of this opportunity to promote your company and secure new businesses by connecting with freight forwarders from more than 130 countries across the world.

SAVE THE DATE AND SECURE YOUR CONFERENCE PASS NOW!

Meeting Highlights

A bit about the city
This mountainous island in the Andaman Sea is the largest island in Thailand and is replete with rainforests, splendid beaches, spas, resorts, and restaurants. One of the most visited holiday destinations in the country, Phuket offers an array of choices of things to see or do: 30 beaches, loads of leisure and water sporting activities, and a range of entertainment and shopping options!

The Venue
Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort is a luxury beach resort that lies on 40 acres of lush flora, by the Andaman Sea. With authentic Thai décor and a gorgeous beach setting it will provide a great ambience for a corporate meeting. Additionally, our venue is located just 5 km from the lively Patong Beach and is only a 50-minute drive from the Phuket International Airport. Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort offers a unique combination of calm and tranquillity with first-rate amenities.

The one-to-one meetings
The one-to-one meetings with your network partners from around the world will allow you to promote your company to people who matter the most. They will open up new business avenues and allow you to obtain new collaborative projects in the coming months. Meeting your logistics partners face-to-face is considered indispensable for creating a strong and reciprocal business relationship that will benefit both parties. Therefore, do not miss out on this opportunity to further the scope and outreach of your business!

The Group Tour
The Annual Meeting delegates and their spouses have the option of joining a day trip to Phi Phi Islands by speedboat on 11th March 2023. On your arrival, you will be enjoying a sumptuous lunch at a local restaurant followed by a tour of this famous island. You will also be exploring other marvellous locations such as the Viking Cave, the Pileh Cove, and the Loh Samah Bay. Finally, we will take you to the Monkey beach- a fascinating 150-meter-long strip of sandy beach that seems to come straight out of a movie set!

Enhance your relationships with your partners and create a sense of shared mission with your partners by attending the Coop’s 6th Annual Meeting!


MEMBERS NEWS

Consolidacion Integrada & Maritima Dominicana to transport 16 beer containers from Guatemala to the Dominican Republic
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Integral Chile completes 30 years in business
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Abad Logistics takes on a new employee in the position of Overseas Manager
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Mac Transport organizes a training talk for their employees to enhance their operational efficiency
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CIMC Anda Shun International Logistics spruces up their website to make it more functional
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Sev Stante Overseas moves two heavy presses with a total weight of over 200 tonnes
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E2E Supply Chain Management renews their ISO certification
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Mac Transport garners the BASC certification for the second time
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Kopf & Lübben GmbH appoints a new Managing Director
Read more


NETWORK

Already opened the registration for the Essentials in Freight Forwarding Course, provided in cooperation with CIFFA!

In this course you will learn about commercial documents and regulatory compliance, export packaging, transportation of dangerous goods, how to devise alternative transport solutions for clients, and properly cost and quote on a shipment, and how buyers and sellers manage risk with a variety of international payment methods and cargo insurance.

  • The course will start on 15th September 2022
  • Around 65 – 75 hours aproximately of dedicated study time are required to complete it
  • The deadline to complete it is 15th December 2022
Once you are enrolled you will have access to fully narrated lessons that contain case studies that will put the learner into real world scenarios, e-textbooks are provided and can be viewed on up to three devices.
Give a boost to your business through online education! Enroll NOW!

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The Cooperative upgrades partnership with xChange obtaining a 10% rebate on subscription fees for COOP members

The updated partnership will increase the current member discount to 10%, allowing members to lease, buy and sell containers in 2500+ locations around the globe to gain a competitive advantage in the container booking race.

Members may use xChange to find new partners and manage end-to-end container logistics operations. This includes services like payment handling, trading buyer protection, container tracking premium, and wallet management. Through xChange, members gain greater market transparency, avoid demurrage & detention charges and enhance operational flexibility.

With a vision to simplify, the logistics of global trade, Hamburg-based company Container xChange connects industry players. Consequently, it brings members into one simple and efficient infrastructure to help them digitize their container logistic operations. The Coop members will join more than 1000 companies such as  Kuehne+Nagel, Seaco, Sogese, Ocean Box, VMR Lines, and Sarjak in revolutionizing their container sourcing method.

The discount offered exclusively to The Coop members enables agents to save up to 1000 USD on first-year subscription fees by using the code COOPQXC. In addition, the partnership between The Cooperative Logistics Network and xChange provides access to exclusive industry reports related to the industry and insights. Also, it offers discounted access to the annual Digital Container Summit and other xChange events.

See how it works     Watch the video

LOGISTICS NEWS

ONE is all set to acquire ten container shipping of massive size

They have signed contracts with Hyundai Heavy Industry and Nihon Shipyard for constructing ten very large container vessels to be delivered within 3 years

Ocean Network Express (ONE), the world’s 6th largest container line, has contracted Japan’s Nihon Shipyard and South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industry to construct 5 container ships each. The capacity of each ship will be 13,700 TEU. Construction of the ships will be completed by 2025. ONE is investing a net $20 billion not only in the container ships but also in terminal acquisition over the course of the next eight years.

As explained by Jeremy Nixon, the CEO of ONE, “Last year, 75% of our fleet was chartered from our shareholders and, by 2030, this will be reduced to 20% …this is why we need to replenish our future ship requirements.” The acquisition of the new ships is expected to boost their overall efficiency with regard to slot prices and even lower their carbon footprint.

The new ships will be partly fuelled by ammonia, methanol, and hydrogen to cut down the environmental impact. The container ships aim to ‘‘safeguard a sustainable supply chain for the future and underscore ONE’s green strategy and decarbonization plan”.

MORE LOGISTIC NEWS AT A GLANCE

Container shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd acquires Deutsche Afrika-Linien (DAL)

This acquisition will enormously strengthen the position of the company in the countries in southern Africa

Kuehne+Nagel replaces DHL as the top air freight forwarder according to the recent annual statistics from Armstrong and Associates

Switzerland-based Kuehne+Nagel which used to be the world’s 2nd largest air freight forwarder has registered a 54.9% increase in its volume since the pandemic started to abate

UAE’s flagship container port- Khalifa takes the 5th position in the Container Port Performance Index for 2021

As per a statement from the AD Ports Group, “The CPPI report cites the use of digital technology and green fuel alternatives as two of the major ways that countries are modernising their ports and making maritime supply chains more resilient—both areas in which Khalifa Port has excelled.”

DB Schenker, one of the world’s largest freight forwarders in terms of revenue, is acquiring USA Truck for around $285 million

The acquisition of USA Trucks with over 1,800 vehicles will help the company to expand its operations in North America and consolidate its position as one of the world’s leading players in the logistics sector

Brussels Airport is strengthening its position as one of the top air cargo hubs in Europe

They are about to invest €70 million in the modernization of their cargo zone which will be complete by 2025


SPECIAL

A few tips for choosing the right shipping container

There are innumerable kinds of shipping containers available for transporting your shipment. Simply stated, the kind of container you need is largely dependent on the type of cargo. Ocean freight forwarders need to be mindful of the kind of containers they select in order to ensure that the shipment arrives in intact condition as it was loaded. In this article, we are going to provide you with a handy guide about selecting the best containers for your sea freight shipment.


Select a size that achieves your purpose

When it comes to selecting the right container size, you need to stick to one that is best suited for your cargo.

20-foot or 1 TEU containers are most commonly used for shipping ocean freight shipments. These containers are ideally suited for heavy cargo rather than voluminous ones. For example, they are perfect for moving heavy shipments like metals, machines, cement, steel rods/coils, sugar, etc.

40-foot or 1FFE containers are yet another common container type that is more suitable for carrying voluminous cargo rather than heavy cargo. For instance, you can use them for carrying cargo like steel pipes, paper, garments, furniture, etc.

40 HC or 40 High Cube containers are ideal for carrying shipments that are not so heavy. However, these containers are taller than the 40-foot ones which are why they can carry more cargo. They are used for shipping cargoes that are tall. Make sure not to overload these containers as they are not suitable for carrying heavy goods.

Containers for shipping perishable items

If you are shipping perishable shipments like pharmaceuticals, vegetables, meat, dairy, flowers, etc. via ocean freight then you need to find the right reefer container and ensure that it is fitted with a refrigerator and insulation that will keep your shipment within the required temperature range throughout the duration of its journey.

Containers for shipping OOG cargo

When it comes to shipping OOG cargo, you need to choose between flat rack containers or open-top containers.

Flat rack containers
These containers come with a large horizontal metal frame with a typical height of around 10 feet and a length of up to 60 feet or more. They usually come in 3 different sizes- 20 feet, 40 feet, and 53 feet.

Use these containers for moving heavy or oversized cargo which generally doesn’t fit within a standard shipping container. Ideally, you can use flatracks for moving cargo consisting of bulky construction equipment, certain kinds of machinery or engines, wind turbines, etc. Open-top containers
These containers should ideally be used in situations where your cargo is too high for standard 20-foot or 40-foot containers but not high enough to go for a high cube container. The top of this container is not literally open but is usually covered with tarpaulin. They allow you to easily load or unload your shipment from above by a crane.

Containers for shipping valuable cargo

When it comes to shipping valuable cargo via sea freight, a tunnel container could come in handy. They come with two doors at each end making the process of loading and unloading much easier and quicker.

Containers for moving dangerous goods

IMO containers or tank containers are used for moving dangerous goods like hazardous liquid, gasses, or radioactive materials. They are called IMO containers since the IMO (International Maritime Organization) is responsible for the prevention of environmental hazards during the movement of dangerous cargo. These containers consist of a cylindrical tank made of corrosion-resistant material and come enclosed within a steel frame.

Containers for moving non-hazardous liquid

If you are moving non-hazardous liquid like cooking oil, wine, beer, etc then consider choosing a Flexitank container. In this kind of container, a large bag comes fitted within a standard 20 feet container. This bag is filled with liquid and secured in the tank to avoid movement.


LET'S KEEP GROWING

THERE ARE STILL A FEW CITIES IN NEED OF COVERAGE!

Take a look at the cities needing coverage and tell your friends in the industry about the advantages of becoming a Coop member. If the agent you are referring to eventually becomes a part of our network then you will get a 25% discount on your upcoming annual membership fee.

If you refer more than one agent who successfully becomes a part of our network then you stand a chance to get a maximum of four discounts every year which means that your membership fee could be just 0 for the coming year!

Make sure to spread the word about our network and send us referrals of eligible and reliable freight forwarders!

Examples of cities needing coverage

Houston

U.S.A.

San Salvador

EL SALVADOR

Dakar

SENEGAL

ROME

ITALY

Antananarivo

MADAGASCAR

Kigali

RWANDA

Manama

BAHREIN

Beijing

CHINA

Mundra/Kandla

INDIA

Chittatong

BANGLADESH

Tegucigalpa/S.Pedro

HONDURAS


PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

You can check all the public holidays and details on www.officeholidays.com


THE COOP BIRTHDAYS

Sebastian Nickel-Eberle 01-Jul
Rajesh Lochan 03-Jul
Nancy Wei 03-Jul
Bojan Žajdela 03-Jul
Keith Ng 05-Jul
Rizwan Ahmed 05-Jul
Aiden Beck 05-Jul
Stefanie Pudlo 06-Jul
David Marx 06-Jul
Ajay Kalathil 07-Jul
Sourav Mishra 11-Jul
DAVID MARX 06-Jul
Daisy Matlhaga 12-Jul
Allison Hsu 13-Jul
Mehryar Nassimi 14-Jul
Markus Hueter 17-Jul
Eikichi Odaka 17-Jul
MUHAMMAD HASSAN 20-Jul
Dilek Oktay 23-Jul
Lily Chen 26-Jul
Artem Kuczyński 30-Jul
Goksel Giritlioglu 04-Aug
Kishan Shetty 05-Aug
Javier Giraldo 05-Aug
Julia Toschenko 06-Aug
Darnley Wei Tzun Chua 06-Aug
Vanessa Ace Estella 08-Aug
Kirill Gordeev 10-Aug
Skye Liu 11-Aug
Chris Johnson 12-Aug
Heberth Marques 12-Aug
Roshan Anton Miranda 17-Aug
Neeraj Makhija 20-Aug
Abdul Rahim Kasim 20-Aug
Ras Masood 23-Aug
Tekad Sukatno 23-Aug
Eric Wang 27-Aug
Lina Liu 28-Aug
Victor Acoltzin Diaz 29-Aug
Varun Ghai 03-Sep
Linda Pitto 07-Sep
Hing Sotha Buon 09-Sep
Hermes Huang 15-Sep
Islam Rakibul 15-Sep
Byron Vather 16-Sep
Richard Whitfeld 20-Sep
Christian Matos 21-Sep
Ryssyad Noor As Syiffa 22-Sep
Luis Pinto 23-Sep
Stefano adani 24-Sep
Katie Rota 24-Sep
Deji Adedotun 25-Sep
Isgaaq Ryklief 25-Sep
Anna Larsson 27-Sep
Jerry Chan 30-Sep
Peggy Kao 30-Sep
Judy Song 30-Sep
john peden 30-Sep

ENDORSED MEETINGS

The Cooperative Logistics Network is collaborating with many industry events and members can enjoy exclusive discounts.

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