GT USA Wilmington Welcomes ACME-Hardesty, A New Customer to The Port of Wilmington

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GT USA Wilmington Welcomes ACME-Hardesty, A New Customer to The Port of Wilmington

August 1st, 2022 Tim Jay Leave a comment

GT USA Wilmington recently welcomed the M/V PORTHOS, a General Cargo Ship built in 2011, carrying a cargo of glycerin from Malaysia for the Acme-Hardesty company to the Port of Wilmington, Delaware.

A new customer to the Port of Wilmington, Acme-Hardesty began operations more than 80 years ago, as a division of Jacob Stern and Sons. Today, the company is one of the largest distributors of castor oils and derivatives, palm derivatives, preservatives and surfactants and renewable palm-based glycerin, fatty acids and fatty alcohols.

The shipment of glycerin off loaded in Wilmington is utilized in the manufacturing of many product categories, i.e., hand sanitizers, personal care, cosmetics and cleaning products.

Representatives from the company, Matt Hoyle, Director Supply Chain, Aurelio Castilla, Manager of International Operations, Caren Dres-Hajeski, Vice President Personal Care and Marketing were on hand to view operations on day one.

The cargo of glycerin had previously been shipped in containers, but due to continued challenges caused by the global shortage of containers, Acme-Hardesty thought “outside the box” and transitioned to a bulk method of shipping to ensure they eliminated any delay in their supply to their customers. Their decision paid off and GT USA Wilmington is honored to have played a part in assisting the company with this.

Matt Howle, Director, Supply Chain for Acme-Hardesty said ”By working with our Terminal Partner, GT USA, and our Delaware Warehouse Partner, Sardo and Sons, Acme-Hardesty Supply Chain has taken the next step in achieving our strategy of Reliable Sustainable Freight. We have collaborated with our partners to establish a new stream of freight for Acme-Hardesty imports utilizing break bulk vessels. These open hull ships provide Acme-Hardesty the ability to bring in large shipments of our most important products without the impact of the global container restraints. Partners like GT USA and Sardo and Sons have been incredible full-service partners who have shown to work seamlessly with Acme-Hardesty to be successful in our entry into break bulk. We look forward to many more shipments with these vessels as they will continue to play an important role in our overall supply chain network.”

The vessel was unloaded over the course of two days and operations went ahead safely and efficiently, with the product being moved very quickly to its final destination.

Joe Cruise, CEO of GT USA Wilmington, “We are delighted to welcome Acme-Hardesty to the Port of Wilmington and to be able to host their team to personally see these operations first hand. We are really very pleased that they were able to witness the amazing work by our union partners in unloading this cargo in a safe and timely manner.”

About GT USA Wilmington

GT USA Wilmington is a U.S. division of Gulftainer, a privately owned, independent terminal operator and logistics company with operations and business interests in the Middle East and the United States. The company signed a 50-year agreement to manage operations at the Port of Wilmington. This agreement marks Gulftainer’s second venture in the United States and follows the signing of a 35-year agreement with the Canaveral Port Authority in Florida. For more information, go to www.gulftainer.com/US.

About the Port of Wilmington, DELAWARE

Founded in 1923, the Port of Wilmington is a full service Mid-Atlantic seaport on the Delaware River strategically located to provide overnight access to two hundred million North American consumers. Wilmington ranks as North America’s top banana port and the nation’s leading gateway for imports of fresh fruit and juice concentrates. The Port was one of the original certified ‘360 Quality’ marine terminals in the United States and is Safe Quality Food (SQF) certified, underscoring its high-quality handling standards for perishable cargo. An economic engine for the State of Delaware and the region, business activity at the Port creates over 5,900 family sustaining jobs and annually generates $436 million in business revenue, $409 million in personal income and $41 million in local taxes. The Port is operated by GT USA Wilmington, LLC. For further information, visit www.gulftainer.com/US or www.portofwilmington.com

About Acme-Hardesty

Acme-Hardesty celebrates its 80th Anniversary! A division of Jacob Stern & Sons, Inc., Acme Hardesty is one of the largest North American distributors of castor oil and derivatives, oleochemical derivatives, bio-based products, preservatives, and surfactants, as well as a full range of renewable palm-based glycerin, fatty acids, fatty alcohols and specialty esters. A member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), Acme-Hardesty champions the use of sustainable, renewable products and the development of bio-based solutions for real-world applications in the future.

For more information, visit www.acme-hardesty.com

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MSC, TIL Propose $6 billion Deal for Vietnam’s Largest Port

July 22nd, 2022 Port Technology International Team Leave a comment

Mediterranean Shipping Co (MSC)‘s operating subsidiary has outlined plans for a $6 billion deal with the Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) Government to build Vietnam’s largest port in Can Gio.

In a statement to the Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, HCMC Chairman Phan Van Mai said the city has received a proposal from Terminal Investment Limited (TIL), MSC’s Switzerland-based operator subsidiary.

According to local media, the PM will assign related agencies to evaluate TIL’s plan – which comprises a 7.2-kilometre wharf to accommodate 24,000 TEU vessels, with an annual throughput capacity of 10-15 million TEU.

Can Gio Port will be located on international maritime routes and will be able to receive ships from Europe, Africa, and the US. Its favorable location is set to create a competitive advantage with other countries in the region as well as a breakthrough in the development of the marine economy of the city and the whole country, the city said.

The MSC proposal, in cooperation with Vietnam Maritime Corporation and Saigon Port JSC, contemplates a seven-phase project, with the first phase kicking off in 2024 and put into operation in 2027.

The entire facility is expected to become fully operational by 2040.

Upon completion, Can Gio Port would replace Cat Lai Port in HCMC’s Thu Duc City as the nation’s largest terminal.

With an annual capacity of 6.4 million TEU, Cat Lai Port in HCMC is currently the largest of its kind in Vietnam. The volume of cargo passing through the port accounts for 85 per cent of the total passing through ports in the South and half of the total in the country.

Cat Lai Port suffered from a severe staff shortage following a surge in COVID-19 cases in the region last year, which led to a temporary suspension of all container imports.

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Thousands of Containers Stranded in Indian Ports Amid Strike

July 15th, 2022 Port Technology International Team Leave a comment

Transport workers at three Indian ports in Chennai have entered an indefinite strike, causing cargo disruptions across the network as port activities have come to a standstill.

As of 7 July, labor action has halted most import-export activities at the Adani Kattupalli, Chennai, and Kamarajar ports while some 8,000 containers are reportedly stranded.

The strike has been declared after talks between owners of container-carrying trailers and trade bodies failed to result in an agreement.

The protesters are demanding an 80 per cent increase in fees due to rising fuel costs; over 4,000 vehicles are participating in the action at Indian ports.

The Trailer Owners’ Association reported that only one association, the Customs House Agents, had agreed to increase rates.

“There are two more associations involved in the trade, but they have not agreed to our terms,” said the association’s spokesperson.

“The price of everything from third party insurance to spare parts and tyre rethreading has increased. The last increase in hire charges was in 2014.

“Trailers had been operation for 41 years now and the business had changed from merely dropping off and picking up containers to and from the ports to more freight stations and distances being added.”

Vessels are currently calling at all three ports threatening to worsen congestion as containers pile up, said transport and logistics firm Geodis in a recent customer advisory.

Labor negotiations in Germany also reached a critical point as port companies now call for legal action to avoid a supply chain crisis.

A new round of collective bargaining between trade union Ver.di and port companies in Lower Saxony, Bremen and Hamburg has yet again failed to provide a valid offer.

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Unstable Economy Takes Toll On Valenciaport Throughput

June 29th, 2022 Port Technology International Team Leave a comment

The current fluctuating economic trends have impacted year-to-date volumes at the Port of Valencia – but the outlook shows signs of recovery as the port has enjoyed an increase in freight traffic last month.

In the accumulated year-to-date (January-May) figures, the port has handled a total of 2.2 million TEU – 6.31 per cent lower than the previous year.

From January to May, 1.7 million TEU were full containers and slightly more than 450,000 empties.

In year-on-year terms (YoY), containers dedicated to foreign trade exceeded 1 million TEU with a slight decrease of 0.53 per cent, while import containers grew by 15 per cent to over 865,000 TEU.

The biggest fall in YoY terms was in transit full container loads with a decrease of 9.91 per cent (260,000 fewer containers), due to diversion to other destinations as congestion peaked at the Port of Valencia.

According to the latest report from the Valencia Port Authority, the month of May ended with a slight recovery in export (up 0.55 per cent) compared to the same period in 2021, holding out against the negative trend of recent months.

The number of TEU managed by Valenciaport in May stood at 477,229 units – an increase of 0.22 per cent compared to May of the previous year.

Full unloading containers have stabilised, increasing by 14.75 per cent, while full containers dedicated to transshipment fell by 7.4 per cent. Empty containers rose by 6.87 per cent.

The economic activity at Valenciaport has been influenced by the world crisis in the energy sector, the war in Ukraine, the price of fuel, the increase in the cost of energy and the scarcity of raw materials, as reported by the port.

Individual goods traffic performance by country saw the US leading with the most movement – 3,897,785 tonnes and a year-to-date growth of 22.36 per cent. This was closely followed by Italy with 3,289,971 tonnes and an increase of 4.22 per cent, while China generated a total of 2,676,069 tonnes with a decrease of 5 per cent.

In March, the Port of Valencia received a favourable report on the construction project for container terminal expansion in the port’s northern area.

The new container terminal will involve an investment of close to €1.4 billion euros: €400 million ($439 million) public and €1 billion ($1.1 billion) private investment. It will have a capacity of 5 million TEU per year.

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Port of Long Beach Joins the Green Shipping Corridor

June 28th, 2022 Tim Jay Leave a comment

Partnership aims to decarbonize U.S.-Asia trade route by 2030

The Port of Long Beach has signed on to the Shanghai-Los Angeles Green Shipping Corridor, a partnership of C40 Cities, ports, shipping companies and cargo owners convened to create a zero-emissions trans-Pacific trade route.

First announced in January by C40 Cities, the ports of Shanghai and Los Angeles, and key maritime stakeholders, this Green Shipping Corridor will be a big step toward decarbonizing shipping between the busiest ports in China and the United States. C40 Cities is a network of the world’s leading cities that are working to deliver the urgent action needed to confront the climate crisis and create a future where everyone, everywhere can thrive.

The partnership intends to work together to achieve these goals by developing a “Green Shipping Corridor Implementation Plan” by the end of 2022 that will include deliverables, goals and interim milestones, and roles for participants.

Key decarbonization goals for the Green Shipping Corridor partnership include:

The phasing in of low, ultra-low, and zero-carbon fueled ships through the 2020s with the world’s first zero-carbon trans-Pacific container ships introduced by 2030 by qualified and willing shipping lines.
The development of best management practices to help reduce emissions and improve efficiency for all ships using this international trade corridor.
Reducing supply chain emissions from port operations, and improving air quality in the ports of Shanghai, Los Angeles and Long Beach, and adjacent communities.

For more information about the Port of Long Beach’s environmental programs, visit www.polb.com/environment.

The Port of Long Beach is one of the world’s premier seaports, a gateway for trans-Pacific trade and a trailblazer in goods movement and environmental stewardship. As the second-busiest container seaport in the United States, the Port handles trade valued at more than $200 billion annually and supports 2.6 million trade-related jobs across the nation, including 575,000 in Southern California.

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Port of Long Beach Has Second-Busiest Month on Record

June 27th, 2022 Tim Jay Leave a comment

May was the second-busiest month on record for the Port of Long Beach, and its strongest month so far in 2022.

Dockworkers and terminal operators processed 890,989 twenty-foot equivalent units in May, a 1.8% decline from May 2021, which remains the Port’s busiest month in its 111-year history.

Imports decreased 1.7% to 436,977 TEUs and exports were down 12.6% to 118,234 TEUs. Empty containers moved through the Port increased 2.6% to 335,778 TEUs.

The Port has withheld the start of a “Container Dwell Fee” that would charge ocean carriers for containers that remain too long on the docks. The San Pedro Bay ports – Long Beach and Los Angeles – have seen a 40% decline in aging cargo on the docks since the program was announced on Oct. 25.

A cargo influx is anticipated as pandemic-induced shutdowns are lifted in China. Strong income gains and a large savings cushion are anticipated to support consumer spending this year, despite the ongoing risks of inflation, the war in Ukraine and the recent lockdown in China. Demand for workers remains strong, with the addition of 6.6 million jobs reported nationwide over the past year. Increases in core durable goods shipments suggest business investment continues to progress at a steady clip.

The Port has moved 4,172,366 TEUs during the first five months of 2022, a 3.5% increase from the same period in 2021.

For complete cargo numbers, visit polb.com/statistics.

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World Distribution Services Adds Capacity to New Facility Near Port of New York/New Jersey

June 16th, 2022 Tim Jay Leave a comment

Racking System Enhances New 480,000 sq. ft. Class A Facility in Northeast Market

World Distribution Services (WDS), a leading provider of creative warehouse logistics solutions, has announced enhancements to its new Linden, NJ-based distribution facility, providing much-needed additional warehouse capacity to the NY/NJ port community.

Additional racking to maximize available space will allow for more than 20,000 racked positions and 200,000 square feet for bulk storage. Due to the record-breaking demand brought on by global supply chain disruption, the Linden facility began accepting cargo shortly after signing the contract to operate the space.

It has been operating at full capacity, prompting the move to add space through the racking system enhancement. The warehouse also offers:

A fully staffed and operational facility
E-commerce capability
Traditional transload
Seven-day a week operation

Featuring a 40-foot clear height, 90 dock doors, and ample parking for trailers, the new warehouse is equipped to partner with customers on a variety of logistics and e-commerce needs. With a flexible warehouse management system (WMS) and state-of-the-art technology solutions, WDS can help make operations more efficient and provide insight and visibility into logistics activities.

About World Distribution Services

World Distribution Services is a leading provider of creative warehouse logistics solutions. The areas of expertise include cross-docking, transloading, e- commerce and retail fulfillment, and local and nationwide transportation services. With a network of strategically situated warehouses across the country, experienced employees, and full-service product capabilities, World Distribution Services is the source for complete warehouse logistics.

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Port Ensures Delivery of Critical Solar Supplies

June 15th, 2022 Port of Long beach Leave a comment

When a delayed shipment of supplies stalled work on one of California’s largest renewable energy projects and threatened the jobs of 500 unionized construction workers, the Port of Long Beach’s Commercial Operations Bureau leapt into action.

The national supply chain was choked by a pandemic-induced cargo surge that disrupted the flow of critical equipment to Rosendin Electric amid a $750 million installation of solar panels spanning 5 square miles in eastern Riverside County capable of generating enough renewable energy to power 179,000 homes annually.

Electrical materials required for the project were stored inside cargo containers dwelling up to two weeks on marine terminals and aboard shipping vessels waiting to enter the Port of Long Beach.

The renewable energy project came to a halt just before Thanksgiving 2021 due to the shortage of supplies, resulting in the temporary layoff of 300 electricians represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 440 and another 200 ironworkers represented by the International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers Local 433.

The bustling job site dwindled down to a skeleton crew of 20 workers during the lengthy wait for supplies.

“You’re talking about a human factor of losing jobs when you don’t have the equipment on site, so I knew we had to jump on this immediately,” said Tommy Faavae, a business development agent for IBEW Local 11 and the National Electrical Contractors Association in Los Angeles.

With no shipment visibility tools nor experience to track the cargo, Rosendin Electric and the IBEW turned to the Port of Long Beach for assistance. Executive Director Mario Cordero and Deputy Executive Director Dr. Noel Hacegaba directed the Port’s Commercial Operations Bureau to track down the vital shipments for the solar facility in Riverside County, in addition to components for an upcoming project in Fresno County.

A flurry of phone calls, texts and emails were exchanged between the Port, Rosendin Electric and IBEW Local 11, resulting in the successful locating of more than 100 cargo containers carrying the materials for both renewable energy projects.

The shipments were prioritized for dispatch from the docks to Rosendin’s job sites, allowing the workforce of 500 skilled electricians and ironworkers to resume construction at the Riverside County facility by mid-January and meet a deadline to complete the project in May. Workers were not affected at the Fresno County site, where construction started on time in mid-April.

“We owe the Port of Long Beach a debt of gratitude for knowing what’s at stake here and getting organized labor back to work to complete these large-scale solar projects,” Faavae said. “If we did nothing, we’d probably still be waiting for the materials to arrive.”

As an environmental steward, the Port of Long Beach supports renewable energy projects as part of its 2005 Green Port Policy and 2013 Energy Policy.

“We will always do our part to support projects that enhance air quality and move our state closer toward using greener energy sources,” said Long Beach Harbor Commission President Steven Neal. “Delivering top-notch customer service during this unprecedented time will cement our spot as a leading gateway for trans-Pacific trade.”

The delivery delay and work stoppage could have been avoided if a real-time cargo tracking tool was available at the time.

The Port earlier this year announced the development of the Supply Chain Information Highway data solution, aimed at providing greater cargo visibility, connectivity and predictability. The service is free to all users and delivers data for shippers and other stakeholders to integrate into their own systems, track cargo and allot resources. Authorized users can also use it in their own dashboards to predict cargo arrival, plan equipment deployment and improve efficiencies.

“The Supply Chain Information Highway allows users to navigate the location of their containers in order to make operational decisions, plan resources and minimize delays,” said Port of Long Beach Executive Director Mario Cordero. “We are confident this tool will help speed the supply chain and set a digital foundation for improving goods movement.”

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Port of Montreal Adds Extra Capacity With New Eco-Friendly Vessels

June 14th, 2022 Port Technology International Team Leave a comment

The Montreal Port Authority (MPA) has welcomed the new CMA CGM Montreal and other eco-friendly vessels to provide extra capacity between Canada and North Europe.

With a length of 200 meters and a capacity of 2,500 TEU, the vessel will link the Port of Montreal to the markets of Northern Europe to help with the increase in consumer demand.

The MPA has also welcomed the arrival of several new vessels with an increased capacity and better fuel efficiency.

The Vistula Maersk and the Vayenga Maersk are designed specifically to operate in icy water conditions. The vessels will utilise biofuel manufactured from recycled sustainable biomass.

According to the MPA, the other arrival – the MV Nukumi – is built with design innovations that will help reduce the vessel’s overall environmental footprint and are expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution by 25 per cent and 80 per cent respectively.

“The maritime industry has a key role to play in the energy transition and the Port of Montreal is pleased to welcome new generations of more carbon-efficient ships,” said Martin Imbleau, President and Chief Executive Officer of the MPA.

“Providing optimal infrastructure for tomorrow’s ships will always be at the heart of our priorities”.

To mark the occasion, a plaque was presented to the ship’s master Capt. Arcenal Plaza Alnes upon his arrival at Cast Terminal.

The Port of Montreal moved 1.7 million TEU in 2021, despite facing several challenges and crises.

Driven by the changing consumer habits in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, the port saw a 7.5 per cent year-on-year rise in container volumes.

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Port of Savannah to Grow Capacity by 60 Percent

June 13th, 2022 Global Trade Magazine Leave a comment

Georgia Ports will grow capacity by 60% to accommodate increased demand in container trade. The enhancements will bring the Port of Savannah’s annual capacity from 6 million twenty-foot equivalent container units to 9.5 million TEUs by 2025.

“Our expansion is being matched by incredible growth in both warehouse space and logistics workforce,” Georgia Ports Authority Executive Director Griff Lynch said. “The public and private investment that we’re seeing, as well as the number of people being drawn to the business, make Savannah the hottest market in the country for transportation and logistics.”

The Savannah market added 6.5 million square feet of industrial space in 2021, for a total of 84 million, according to Colliers
International. Savannah led the nation in terms of net absorption of overall inventory, so the vacancy rate remained at only 0.76%
at the end of the first quarter of calendar year 2022. Another 18 million square feet are under construction, lifting the market beyond 100 million square feet. From July through December 2021, companies invested $10 billion in new and expanding business infrastructure across the state.

“Georgia’s growing manufacturing, distribution and retail sectors will mean additional cargo through the Port of Savannah, driving the need for increased container handling capacity,” said GPA Board Chairman Joel Wooten. “Higher demand for our services is the reason we have expedited major expansions at the Port of Savannah.”

GPA’s Peak Capacity Project has added 900,000 TEUs of annual container yard capacity to Garden City Terminal as of April 13. Another 300,000 TEUs of capacity are expected to come online by July. Separately, the Garden City Terminal West project will add a total of 1 million TEUs of annual capacity, with the first phase coming online in 2023.

The Port of Savannah moved a record 5.6 million TEUs in Calendar Year 2021, growing volumes by nearly a million TEUs, or 20%, compared to 2020. The unprecedented level of trade crossing GPA’s docks has continued into the current year. Added capacity and adjustments to operations, including popup container yards, have restored fluidity for commerce. Now, Lynch said, GPA is building
to ensure Savannah’s ability to grow new business for decades to come. He noted the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project is now complete, deepening the river channel to allow 16,000+ TEU vessels to take on heavier loads and transit the river with greater scheduling flexibility.

Also aimed at serving larger vessels, GPA is super-sizing Berth 1 at Garden City Terminal. By the spring of 2023, the expanded berth will allow Savannah to simultaneously serve four 16,000-TEU vessels as well as three additional ships. The renovations will add an estimated 1.5 million TEUs per year of berth capacity

GT USA Wilmington Welcomes ACME-Hardesty, A New Customer to The Port of Wilmington

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