January, 2012

Breakbulk Americas Sets New Orleans Attendance Record

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The 22nd Annual Breakbulk Americas Transportation Conference and Exhibition set a new record for New Orleans attendance recently with a strong turnout of 3,342 attendees and 238 exhibitors. The event was held from October 24-27, 2011 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.

CSS Group was well represented during the exhibition, led by Ken Dinnadge, VP Business Development, Sreenath V, General Manager CSS Projects, Oil & Energy, Roshmon Manoli, Route Development Manager, North America, Amith Horra, Marketing Manager, and Chandrakala(CK) Asst. Manager, NVOCC Operations. From IFS Doha, Oliver Hahn, Regional Manager was also in attendance.

“Being one of the largest and most important gathering in the Americas for companies involved in the shipping of heavy-lift, out of gauge project cargo and traditional Breakbulk cargoes, Breakbulk Americas was the perfect platform for CSS and its network partners to introduce its products and services whilst networking and developing relationships with the leading specialized carriers, forwarders, ports, terminals and packers who have the expertise and resources to handle oversized cargoes with unique handling requirements” – Sreenath V, General Manager CSS Projects, Oil & Energy, CSS Dubai.

The conference program showcased industry leaders and noted analysts during four days of education sessions and conference panel discussions, which addressed the project cargo market outlook, carrier solvency, new Incoterms, modularization trends and controlling contract costs, among other issues facing the Breakbulk and heavy-lift sectors.

In addition to the conference program and bustling exhibition hall, Breakbulk Americas 2011 hosted Breakbulk Education Day; the first annual Rickmers Golf Tournament, which raised $2,800 for the New Orleans Chapter of Habitat for Humanity; the Breakbulk Business Run, which brought together 40 runners for networking and charity, a certificate program in project cargo management and a heavy-lift technical workshop sponsored by Proven Logistics Solutions.

Breakbulk Americas is one of three major conferences and exhibitions organized annually by UBM Global Trade’s Breakbulk division. Breakbulk Americas will return to Houston October 9-11, 2012.

In addition to the trio of annual conferences and exhibitions, Breakbulk Events will premiere a trio of two-day congresses in 2012: Breakbulk South America in Rio de Janeiro in August 2012, Breakbulk India in Mumbai, India in November 2012, and Breakbulk Africa in Cape Town, South Africa in September 2012.

January, 2012

Where The World Comes Together

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THAILAND PAVILION – DUBAI GLOBAL VILLAGE

For the past 15 years, Global Village has been providing cultural entertainment along with an international shopping experience to millions of visitors.  Breathtaking live performances, mouth-watering cuisine, authentic handicrafts and merchandise from different countries are all on display at the many national pavilions in Global Village.

Since the inauguration in 1997, Global Village has become the key entertainment and shopping destination in the region. It includes rich diverse cultures and civilizations and offers a diverse range of restaurants and shops from across the world.

There are many more attractions, including thrilling rides, games and firework displays, to complete your Global Village experience. Global Village runs from 1 November 2011 to 3 March 2012.

The CSS Air Freight and Ocean Freight division of CSS Group has been appointed yet again the exclusive agent to handle all the fresh fruits, garments, accessories and general merchandise from Thailand that will be retailed at the highly successful Thai Pavilion at the Dubai Global Village.

CSS Group will handle over 150 tons of fresh fruits, garments, accessories and general merchandise during the months of November to March 2012. Due to the perishable nature of the fruits, the cargo handler must be able to immediately process the documents required through various authorities during a short period of time, and offer clearance and refrigerated transport to the site at Dubai Global Village.

Mr. Jacob Isaac, General Manager, Air Freight Division, CSS Group commented “The CSS Air Freight team based at CSS Dubai Cargo Village, have an array of expertise and are geared to handle any specific or special need at any time to ensure our clients needs and time frames are met.”  Mr. Ahmed Al Rais, Senior Vice President, Air Freight Division, CSS Group stated, “The cargo for the Thai Pavilion is an exciting opportunity for us and over the years we have met each challenge positively, which was completed successfully during the given time frames. Our professional approach in handling all queries error free has been the cornerstone of our success.”

Mr. Tony, Managing Director Vega Intertrade & Exhibitions,  (The Organizer of Thailand Pavilion at Global Village) commented, “There has been a steady rise in the number of visitors to Global Village over the past 15 years. These guests come from all over the world to join in the festivities and fun featuring different countries. The number of both visitors and pavilions continues to rise. It is a testament to the immense success Global Village has achieved and plans to continue achieving for many more years to come. We are tremendously delighted with the professional service and transparency thus far received from the CSS Group staff and we look forward to continually building upon our business relationship with them.”

Ms. Mayuree (Molly) Phangphun, Managing Director-Molly Thai Tropical Fruit and Molly Spa added, “Global Village, the largest outdoor family entertainment venue in the region and member of Tecom Investments, has received 1.25 million visitors since the opening on 1st November till now. This is a substantial increase from last year’s show. Global Village is always keen on the development and modernization in all facilities. It is also the culmination of the continued success of Global Village to attract millions of visitors every year.  CSS Group is always available to assist us when necessary even during weekends, which are a peak time for us here at the Global Village. The on-call service standards offered are excellent and we look forward to working with them for more projects relating to the success of the remaining months of Global Village.”

November, 2011

High & Heavy Movements From CSS

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CSS is making significant progress in developing a specialist division, which handles High and Heavy RoRo/Break bulk cargo – regardless if it is single cargo or part of a project, cargo can be easily loaded on specialized vessels, stowed on high and heavy decks. Lorries, trucks, trailers, buses, excavators or over dimensional moveable machinery is the basis of the CSS global cargo movement’s door-to-door worldwide. Since this division’s inception this year we have moved hundreds of machines worldwide. Also some world renowned name brands have taken interest in the services, our partners and what we presently offer and have started working with us. Ken Dinnadge, VP Business Development CSS stated, “Obviously we are delighted with the progress we have made so far as CSS is rapidly becoming known as a specialist in this segment of the market. This is also part of the CSS Group business diversification initiative. Many shipping lines are now working with us so that we can compete on a global stage. We have also spent time putting in place the right resources as well as invested in developing and marketing an excellent product/service. Providing this type of service allows CSS to gain access into many markets and multinational companies.”

During a recent Dubai Auction, CSS were the preferred logistics partner for several main buyers, which is again a testament to how far CSS have come in such a short period of time within the heavy equipment logistics sector.

June, 2011

Attendance At 2011 Breakbulk Europe Conference Jumps 30 Percent

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Signaling a strong return to business growth, UBM Global Trade’s 6th Annual Breakbulk Europe Transportation Conference & Exhibition posted a record turnout of 4,343 attendees and 190 exhibitors, reflecting respective increases of 40 percent and 28 percent over the previous year.

Held May 17th-19th at the Antwerp Expo Centre in Antwerp, Belgium, the conference program showcased industry leaders and noted analysts over two days of discussions, which addressed the multipurpose fleet, combating the scourge of piracy, the changing emphasis on short sea shipping, infrastructure developments in India, the status of Middle East and North Africa projects, and energy generation prospects.

“Keynote speakers over the two days highlighted ‘Energy Outlook’ and delivered captivating views for the growing risks of oil shock, as well as detailed forecasts for the production of natural gas, offshore oil and gas, and green energy,” said Siby C Kurian, General Manager Sales & Marketing who represented CSS at the Breakbulk Conference & Exhibition. “We were able to learn where major growth is under way and what factors are impacting these markets.”

Breakbulk Europe is one of three major conferences and exhibitions organized annually by UBM Global Trade’s Breakbulk division. From February 28-March 1, 2012, the first Breakbulk China Conference and Exhibition is scheduled to be held in Shanghai. The event is an alternate to the successful Breakbulk Asia Transportation Conference & Exhibition that has been held in Singapore for the past three years. Breakbulk Americas, held alternately each year in Houston and New Orleans, is the original Breakbulk event that has been held continuously for the past 21 years. CSS Group will be exhibiting at the Breakbulk Americas Conference & Exhibition, booth # 845, stay tuned to www.cssgroupsite.com for more details!

May, 2011

CSS Join Hands With Freight Plus

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CSS – Freightplus now handles High and Heavy RoRo/Break bulk cargo – regardless if it is single cargo or part of a project movement. Cargo can be easily loaded on specialized vessels and stowed on high and heavy decks. Lorries, trucks, trailers, busses, excavators or big moveable machinery is the basis of the CSS – Freightplus Global Cargo movements door to door worldwide!

As part of CSS’s diversification and product development plans CSS is delighted to advise in line with our Business Development ambitions the new partnership with a well reputed company Freightplus who is a well known service provider and a specialist in the world market.

Together with Freightplus, CSS has embarked on yet another journey in order to service and add value to the Global Shipping and logistics market-offering specialist shipping services for new and used construction equipment. The leverage of the combined networks and varied expertise will be a driving force to provide end to end services in the identified market segment and to provide total unified logistics and freight for new and used construction equipment.

With the association and carefully selected global partners Freightplus and CSS will be positioned as one of the only few project forwarders specializing in the international movement of heavy machinery.

In fact, moving heavy machinery across the world is what we now do, shipping new and used mining machinery, construction equipment , earthmoving machines, exploration and drilling equipment and agricultural machinery, every day of every week.

Whether our customers are shipping a Caterpillar dozer, a Hitachi excavator, a Komatsu dump truck or a Tadano crane, the well trained experienced crew know exactly what is required to transport heavy equipment in the safest and most economical shipping configuration.

CSS and Freight Plus will maintain an extensive technical database with machinery specifications of nearly all major earthmoving, construction and mining plant and equipment.  This means customers will not have the hassle of having to provide technical drawings or machinery spec’s whenever they are shipping machinery internationally.

Our operations now  boasts average industry experience exceeding 15 years per person.  A third of our crew each has more than 20 years experience, much of that time directly involved with shipping heavy equipment, using scheduled RORO services, break bulk and container vessels and dedicated charters for larger parcels.

Whether it’s CSS or one of our competitors, we strongly recommend the use heavy lift specialists when moving valuable heavy machinery and other challenging cargoes, internationally.

Customers can talk to CSS and Freightplus representatives, face to face, at any time of the day or night for good advice about shipping mining equipment, construction machinery or earthmoving machines, transporting drill rigs, relocating a drag line, decommissioning a mine, relocating a manufacturing plant, repositioning military equipment, importing farm machinery, exporting generators or moving over dimensional cargo.

Customers can be advised that with the geographical spread of our offices,  by land-line, mobile phone, email messaging, ensuring that the inquires can be responded to efficiently in a timely fashion.

As well as shipping heavy machinery around the world, Freightplus provides a number of ancillary services.  At origin, before shipment, our comprehensive range of services includes -

• Pre-purchase, technical machinery appraisal – covering a wide range of used heavy equipment
• Dismantling and reassembly of heavy machinery
• Steam cleaning to Australian quarantine standards for used machinery
• Steam cleaning to New Zealand quarantine standards for used machinery
• Steam cleaning to USA quarantine standards for used machinery
• Mechanical support prior to shipment
• Supervision of ship loading
• Full range of Customs services, including documentation and formalities for export
• Preparation of Carnets
• Chamber of Commerce representation
• Payment facilitation between buyer and seller (Escrow services)
• SGS inspections
• Marine insurance
• Marine surveys
• Comprehensive service ex job-site

There is much more to transporting massive machines from site to site than booking space on a ship.

As well as capably shipping heavy machinery between any two ports in the world, CSS and Freightplus now also provides comprehensive support services.

When your cargo arrives at its destination port, CSS and partners can help with a number of ancillary services;

• Coordination of necessary documentation and export licenses
• Payment facilitation between buyer and seller
• Post-shipment condition appraisal – covering a wide range of used heavy equipment
• Dismantling and reassembly of heavy machinery
• Steam cleaning to Australian quarantine standards for used machinery
• Steam cleaning to New Zealand quarantine standards for used machinery
• Steam cleaning to USA quarantine standards for used machinery
• Mechanical support during all stages of shipment
• Supervision of vessel discharge
• Crane services, with doggers and riggers
• Container devanning
• Fumigation
• Full range of Customs services for import
• Full range of quarantine compliance services
• Processing of transport permits
• Customs tariff concession applications
• Duty drawbacks
• Duty audits
• Greenhouse gases compliance and reporting
• Marine Insurance claims
• Comprehensive job-site delivery
• Pre-sale refurbishment

April, 2011

Ritchie Bros. Conducts Record – Breaking $57M Unreserved Dubai Auction

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Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, the industrial auctioneer, conducted a record-breaking auction in Dubai, United Arab Emirates last week (March 8 – 9), selling $57m of heavy equipment and trucks—the highest gross auction proceeds ever generated from a Dubai auction.

The auction also set new Dubai site records for on-site and online bidder registrations. In total, more than 800 unique bidders from 59 countries participated, competing for the 2,340 heavy equipment items and trucks sold. Buyers from outside the United Arab Emirates purchased close to 60% of the equipment in the auction ($32m worth).

Of the 2,340 heavy equipment items and trucks sold on behalf of more than 240 consignors in last week’s Dubai auction, there were 20 late model Caterpillar 777D rock trucks, which sold for a combined $15.7m to buyers from Australia, Germany and the United Arab Emirates.

Ritchie Bros. also conducted several other multi-million dollar unreserved auctions last week in Fort Worth, Texas; Toronto, ON, Canada; Saint Aubin Sur Gaillon, France; Olympia, WA, USA and Edmonton, AB, Canada.

Strategically positioned and Head Quartered in Dubai UAE, CSS Group has become a name to reckon within its own field of knowledge and has created its own trademark and brand name when it comes to providing a complete customised new and used construction equipment shipping and logistics support services to manufacturers, distributors Auction houses and their associated clients when dealing with of all types of new and used heavy construction equipment. CSS’s ability to supply this demanding sector with innovative logistical solutions for new and used equipment is recognised throughout the world and we are proud to be considered as the prime option for most of the leading manufacturers. At CSS We offer a complete range of logistics management services – IT Systems, inventory management, warehousing and operations management.

Watch out for the next auction in Dubai, UAE on May 10th and 11th 2011, log on to www.rbauction.com for more details.  For enquires email: ship-heavy-equipment@cssdubai.com