IN THE NEWS
ROAD FREIGHT
Drivers and cargo at risk: EU needs more safe and secure truck parking
Employers, trade unions and parking operators urge the European Commission to maintain a focused approach to certifying, upgrading, building and funding safe and secure truck parking areas in the EU over the next three years. In a joint letter addressed to EU Transport Commissioner Adina Vălean, the European Transport Workers’ Federation (EFT), the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and the European Secure Parking Organisation (ESPORG) have invited the European Commission to continue its efforts of co-funding safe and secure truck parking areas (SSTPAs) in Europe for the period 2025-2027. Read more here: https://www.iru.org/news-resources/newsroom/drivers-and-cargo-risk-eu-needs-more-safe-and-secure-truck-parking
SEA FREIGHT
Four crewmembers missing after Chinese vessel hits bridge and sinks
Chinese officials report a massive search is underway for four missing crewmembers after a vessel hit a bridge crossing the Xijian river and sunk. Seven of the 11 crew aboard the vessel were rescued overnight in a situation that was very similar to another accident on the river in 2007 that killed at least nine people. The unidentified vessel was transporting 4,900 tonnes of rolled steel on the river travelling between Fuzhou and Heshan. Read more here: https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/four-crewmembers-missing-after-chinese-vessel-hits-bridge-and-sinks
Baltimore accuses Dali owner and manager of negligence and recklessness
Baltimore City Council is seeking compensation from the owner and manager of the container ship Dali over the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. In papers submitted to the US federal courts on 22 April, Mayor Brandon Scott and city officials have accused Singapore-based tonnage provider Grace Ocean and ship manager Synergy Marine of negligence. The plaintiffs alleged that Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine were careless, negligent and reckless and asserted the 10,000 TEU Dali, which was assigned to Maersk Line’s Asia-US East Coast service, was not seaworthy when the vessel hit the bridge on 26 March, killing six construction workers. Read more here: https://container-news.com/baltimore-accuses-dali-owner-and-manager-of-negligence-and-recklessness/
FT: Mediterranean ports warn of overflowing storage yards in latest threat to supply chain
THE FINANCIAL TIMES reports: Container ports around the western Mediterranean are nearing full capacity, raising the risk of higher inventory costs and component shortages for Europe’s retailers and manufacturers in the latest challenge to the region’s supply chains. Port executives said they were dealing with overflowing storage yards and waits for vessels to berth following Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea, which has led to a surge in traffic at Algeciras and Barcelona in Spain and Tangier-Med in Morocco. Read more here: https://theloadstar.com/ft-mediterranean-ports-warn-of-overflowing-storage-yards-in-latest-threat-to-supply-chain/
RAIL FREIGHT
UK spark of genius for a net-zero railway by 2050
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has released an ambitious blueprint titled “Delivering a Lower Cost, Higher Performing Net Zero Railway by 2050”. The Association, which mainly represents supply chain members’ interests, says it aims to revolutionise the UK’s railway network. So, no pressure there. Their report outlines a comprehensive strategy. It promises to develop the network for both freight and passenger operators. It claims to achieve this at a lower cost and faster pace than current plans allow. Read more here: https://www.railfreight.com/railfreight/2024/04/11/uk-spark-of-genius-for-a-net-zero-railway-by-2050/
FEATURES
How Kukla’s Commercial Team holds the key to reliable logistics
Choosing the right logistics partner can make all the difference in the complex global commercial landscape, where efficiency and reliability are crucial. KUKLA UK’s commercial team, composed of dedicated professionals, holds a central position in the company as it navigates this intricate process with precision and expertise.
Commercial Director Lynda Simms and Commercial Manager John Hay are at the forefront of this. Together, they form a formidable duo, effectively coordinating the selection and range of operational partners to ensure each customer order movement is seamless and efficient. They are not alone in this endeavour. They are supported by the Business Development Manager Chris Porter, whose experience and approach open new horizons for the company in a constantly evolving market.
The Commercial Team managed by John is Wendy Wood and Leah Robinson, both highly skilled professionals who consistently provide excellent support and contribute to the success of the Commercial Team. Read more here: https://kbl.kukla-spedition.com/how-kuklas-commercial-team-holds-the-key-to-reliable-logistics
Join Kukla UK at the London Wine Fair from 20 to 22 May 2024
From left to right, the team representing Kukla UK at the London Wine Fair in 2023: Managing Director Steve Wood, Business Development Manager Chris Porter, Commercial Manager John Hay, Operations Director Chris Pryke, KCD Director Martin Jacobs, Commercial Director Lynda Simms
We invite you to join us at the London Wine Fair from 20 to 22 May 2024, where Kukla UK will once again continue our tradition of supporting this prestigious annual Trade event.
We’ll be at stand B37, so come along and talk to our leadership team: Managing Director Steve Wood, Operations Director Chris Pryke, Kukla Customs Division Director Martin Jacobs, Commercial Director Lynda Simms, Business Development Manager Chris Porter and Commercial Manager John Hay. Read more here: https://kbl.kukla-spedition.com/join-kukla-uk-at-the-london-wine-fair-2024
Stay informed with us!
Our communication with you is essential to us. Following the fantastic feedback we received for introducing our Information Update last year, we continue on the same path. Check Kukla’s website for situational logistics updates, strikes, issues and regulations. The page link remains the same throughout the year. We welcome your feedback and are always happy to hear from you. Check our page dedicated to 2024 updates here: https://kbl.kukla-spedition.com/information-update-2024
Stay up-to-date with our LIVE Sailing Schedule website page
The Sailing Schedule is updated weekly or as needed, so please bookmark it and refer to it when you need the information. Read more here: https://kbl.kukla-spedition.com/sailing-schedule
