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Kopf + Lübben Cargo Services moves a decommissioned rail wagon to its final destination at a newly planned industrial estate

Posted on 11 September, 2020 | by admin

The wagon which had a weight of 16.5 T and dimensions of 1402 x 270 x 401 cm required several special equipment for loading and unloading

Kopf + Lübben Cargo Services, a Coop member in Bremen, Hamburg, and Frankfurt, Germany, has recently carried out the special transport of a decommissioned wagon in Bremen. One of their clients, a project development company from Bremen, recently purchased a decommissioned rail wagon from Deutsche Bahn for a newly planned industrial estate. A former railway station site is being brought to new life as a part of the project and therefore an old wagon will be an eye-catching installation.

independent freight forwarders — COOP_Kopf + Lübben Cargo Services transports a decommissioned wagon in Bremen.

The wagon was loaded simultaneously with two mobile truck cranes onto a semi low-loader. In order to place the wagon safely on the trailer, specially-made wheelset pads had to be obtained. For the unloading at the destination, a special trackbed was created on which the wagon was unloaded with a semi low-loader and two simultaneously operating truck cranes.

For the transport, they obtained a special permit from the Bremen authorities in advance under the condition that the transport is only carried out with an escort vehicle and between 22.00 hrs – 06.00 hrs. In the words of Mr. Mike Guttrof, Manager of the road transport department, “Due to the pandemic, three months passed between the request and delivery during which we had to obtain permits, procure the necessary equipment and personnel and coordinate all parties involved. In the end, everything worked as planned and we are watching with interest how the project on the former railway station site develops.”

Congratulations to Kopf + Lübben Cargo Services for the successful execution of this project!

Now365 Logistics successfully transports an adorable live animal shipment!

Posted on 4 September, 2020 | by admin

They recently moved 24 live Gentoo Penguins from New Zealand to Shanghai via air freight

Now365 Logistics Limited, a Coop member in Auckland, New Zealand, has recently concluded shipping an unusual cargo consisting of 24 live penguins from Auckland to Shanghai, China. This delicate project took months of planning only to be delayed further in March due to the lockdown in New Zealand.

international logistics — COOP_Now365 Logistics Limited member in Awckland shipps 24 live penguins from Auckland to Shanghai

As stated by Mr Ruwan Premathilaka, Managing Director of Now365 Logistics, “Planning and executing this offbeat project was not simple and credit goes to our entire team for the safe handover of these charming creatures.”
As soon as the lockdown was lifted, the Now365 team continued their efforts to safely organize the transportation of these gentoo penguins from the Sea Life Kelly Tarltons Aquarium in Auckland all the way to Shanghai. “From organizing the refrigerated truck to 4 Celsius temperature onboard the plane, no details were overlooked to ensure zero mortality. Although this was a special project, our team at Now365 is passionate about taking special care of each and every piece of cargo we handle,” adds Mr Premathilaka.

Check all the details of the shipment in NOW365 blog.

Illice Universal Logistics collaborates with Spanish footwear company Paredes Seguridad

Posted on 31 July, 2020 | by admin

They have been in charge of the logistical management of the new line of high-quality protective masks by Paredes Seguridad

Illice Universal Logistics, a Coop member in Valencia, Spain, has teamed up with footwear company Paredes Seguridad for the logistical management of their newly launched protective face masks. The new line of masks provide users with maximum protection from the possibility of COVID-19 contagion.

independent freight agent — COOP_Illice Universal Logistics_partners with Paredes Seguridad for the logistical management of protective face masks.

The certified 3D FFP2 NR masks offer a particle filtration efficiency of over 95% and meet all the international standards. They are perfectly suitable to protect against virus, bacteria, and dust thus preventing accidental contagion at workplaces.

In the words of Marisa Moreno, the Managing Director of Illice Universal, “We are proud to be associated with the development of this new line of protection equipment from Paredes. Our international experience and proficient workforce combined with Paredes’ knowledge of the health sector will ensure that the logistics of the masks run in the most efficient manner.”

Congratulations to Illice Universal and wishing them the best for their next projects!

The Coop’s summer newsletter is out and available for viewing on the website

Posted on 24 July, 2020 | by admin

The current edition of our quarterly newsletters includes news from the network as well as from the sector along with a host of other interesting columns

The June edition of the Coop’s quarterly newsletters has been published and can now be viewed and downloaded from our website. Inside the newsletter, you are going to find all the information about our recently announced Virtual Event as well as all the latest news from your partners and important news bits from our sector.

There’s also a page dedicated to The Coop’s new updates: the creation of a new blog and the announcement of a new customizable online brochure for members.

There is also a page in which we talk about the impact of The Covid-19 and how freight forwarders can cope with it.

Hope you enjoy reading!

Warelog garners the PME Lider status for the 5th consecutive time!

Posted on 17 July, 2020 | by admin

They have also been awarded the TOP Caixa Award by one of the biggest banks in Portugal

logistics companies — COOP_member_Warelog Gestao de Servicos Logisticos LDA member in Lisbon receives the PME Lider status

Warelog Gestao de Servicos Logisticos LDA, a Coop member in Lisbon and Porto, Portugal, has received the PME Lider status for the fifth time in a row.

The PME Lider Status is bestowed by IAPMEI to Portuguese companies with strong financial performances. Launched by IAPMEI in 2008, the PME Lider Status aims to reward the companies with a first-rate financial performance so as to provide them an opportunity for optimized economic conditions that would foster their development strategy and reinforce its competitive base.

Apart from that,Warelog has also been recognized by Caixa Geral de Depositos, the biggest Portuguese bank who presented them with the TOP Caixa Award. “Both the awards are recognition of our efforts to pursue a candid management policy as well as the solid development strategy defined by our company. All the credit goes to the relentless efforts of our management and workers,” says Mr. Luis Pinto, the General Manager of Warelog.

Congratulations to Warelog for garnering these prestigious awards!

The COOP offers a discount for its members to join the Digital Container Summit hosted by Container xChange

Posted on 14 July, 2020 | by admin

Network with your fellow members at the Digital Container Summit on September 3, 2020. As a member of The COOP you will receive preferred access to networking and 25% off the All Access Ticket price.

Hosted by Container xChange, the DCS2020 features face-to-face virtual networking, live keynotes and engaging Q&A sessions.Pre-organize your schedule for event day using their matchmaking tool and meeting scheduler. The AI application helps you find the best networking partners based on mutual business interests and network membership tags

After accepting your meeting requests, you’ll get a clear overview of your schedule and enjoy a seamless networking experience on event day.

Wherever you are in the world, network with all of your peers while enjoying first-class content from renowned industry thought-leaders.

Don’t miss the only industrywide networking opportunity in 2020, and book your ticket now!

The Coop’s 1st Virtual Meeting is all set to be held from 4th- 5th November 2020

Posted on 13 July, 2020 | by admin

The cloud conference is expected to result in greater participation because of ease of access and the elimination of all obstacles to participation

Cooperative Logistics Network’s first-ever Virtual Meeting is scheduled to be held on 4^th and 5^th November 2020. The online conference will offer the members a special chance to network with their partners in 2020 enabling them to prepare for more concerted projects for the future. This meeting will bring together all the Coop members in one platform at one time thereby allowing the agents to connect with their existing partners, and get acquainted with the new network members.

The Coop’s Virtual Meeting isn’t going to be like any other videoconference over Skype or Zoom. We have come up with a new meeting platform integrated with our website which will ensure a seamless conferencing experience. Moreover, every agent will be able to take part in up to 32 one-to-one videoconferences of 15 minutes duration with previously selected members. Even though an in person meeting would have been much preferable, given the circumstances we have to make the most of the online meeting. Additionally, the virtual meeting will do away with a lot of expenses such as hotel fares, visa fees, and flight fares.

Apart from the one-to-one meetings, there will also be a presentation where members will be acquainted with all the latest updates and upgrades of our member-exclusive TMS FreightViewer. “The present scenario has compelled us to move our meeting on the cloud for this year. This year we are anticipating an exceptional attendance rate since the online meeting will do away with all the obstacles to participation.” says Mr. Antonio Torres, the President and Founder of Cooperative Logistics Network.

Coop members team up to join the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on 10 July, 2020 | by admin

Westar Internationale Spedition in collaboration with Shenzhen Yee Zhan Int’l Freight moves several shipments of masks and healthcare products from China to Germany

Westar Internationale Spedition GMBH, a Coop member in Dusseldorf, Germany, and Pittsburgh, USA, cooperates with Shenzhen Yee Zhan Yuan Int’l Freight Co Ltd, a Coop member in Shenzhen, China, to transport a number of air shipments from WUX airport to FRA airport. Together they moved 3407 cartons of face masks which had a total weight of 29062 Kg (CW 52547 Kg) and a volume of 315,28 CBM.

“Despite certain obstacles and setbacks like customs issues, broken airplanes, missing cartons, delayed flight, etc. we always kept to the schedule and were able to satisfy our customer by transporting the cargo within the deadline.I would like to thank the members of both the teams for carrying out this project impeccably. “ says Mr. Jürgen Ott, the Sales Manager of Westar Internationale Spedition.

Congratulations to Westar Internationale Spedition & Shenzhen Yee Zhan Yuan Int’l Freight for the successful execution of this shipment!

Take the most of the new opportunities emerging in a changing landscape

Posted on 3 July, 2020 | by admin

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light many deficiencies in all societies world-wide, but it has also shown the importance of many sectors in the world. Logistics has emerged as one of the most important business to overcome the pandemic, either by the supply of medical equipment, basic goods or even all the online purchases during the lockdown.

Although the pandemic has shown what an important component logistics is for society, it has also exposed its weaknesses’ and the need for profound changes in the industry. Before the pandemic, the economic incentives stemming from globalization, were already pushing logistics to a digitalized form, but social distancing or online working are making such a transformation even more necessary.

From The Coop we support each of our members in this digital process, by helping their company to move all products and services into the digital environment. We are working to implement different online features which will help your company to be on the same page with global tendencies. Check four of the tools we offer to help you gain your place in the e-commerce.

international logistics

1. FreightViewer: our exclusive transport management software will enable you to create a friendly-user website for your clients, enabling them to check on your services any time, any day.

2. Online company brochure: create an online brochure to promote your bussines from anywhere in the world.

3. Strong online presence: we offer you a complete digital coverage through an online news section, blog and social media promotion.

4. Virtual event: due to the current situation we will not be able to meet face to face, but we will do online. Don’t miss the opportunity to make the most of our next Virtual Meeting

Digitization is so important in the global context, among other reasons, since it makes information and communication available anywhere, anytime and for any user device. Therefore, isn’t this exactly what we need in the near future taking into account that this situation will remain for a considerable time? Think about it!

Integral Chile handles the transportation of heavy machinery meant for the construction of the future largest bridge in Latin America

Posted on 26 June, 2020 | by admin

In the middle of the lockdown they have transported a total of 158 tons of cargo from Southern Chile to the Valparaiso Port

Integral Chile, a Coop member in Santiago, Chile, has moved over 150 tons of heavy machinery to be used for the construction of the Chacao Bridge, which will connect the big island of Chiloe with the mainland and is going to be the longest bridge in Latin America, with a length of almost 3 kilometres. In the words of Ms. Paula Salinas, the Commercial Development Analyst of Integral Chile, “We transported the heavy load from the South of Chile to the Port of Valparaiso which required a police escort.”

The last shipment weighed 150 tons and consisted of 1 Hydrohammer of 64 tons, 1 Sleeve of 62 tons, 2 Powerpacks of 10.5 tons each, and 1 x 20 SOC of 10 tons. Ms. Salinas further adds, “Despite the COVID-19 setback, our team is fully operational, and we are transporting all our cargo as usual thus keeping the foreign trade running. We are capable of continuing our operations even in total confinement and our team is committed to share projects with our fellow Coop members!”

Congratulations to Integral Chile for handling this important project!