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Primy Ocean Air Logistics (H.K.) Co. Ltd. Address Change member

Submitted on April 2, 2020 by Crystal Au of Primy Ocean Air Logistics in China

Please be informed that our HK office has been relocated to the following address :-

 

 

Primy Ocean Air Logistics (H.K.) Co. Ltd.
Unit 1102, 11/F., Block B, Hoi Luen Industrial Centre  

 

 

55 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong 

 

 

                        *others such as phone, fax…..etc remain unchanged*


Our Xiamen office is temporary changed to a representive office doing sales only, operationwise will be handled by our Shanghai/Shenzhen offices.


 

 

 


SPAIN UPDATE ON COVID19 PANDEMIC industry

Submitted on April 2, 2020 by Jordi Baez of Newblock in Spain

Spain is still not reaching the peak of contagions and daily deaths, despite the fact that the authorities consider that we are very close. Statistics inform about +10.000 casualties and +100.000 infected. Confinement and industrial lockdown,  except for essential services / goods, will continue until April 12, although it is expected that it will slowly return to normal, and there is no clear date.

All types of road transport are already authorized, with no difference between basic or commercial goods, thus Newblock S.L. is in a position to meet all requirements, as long as customers are open and operational, for both Seafreight and Airfreight, always depending on the very strong congestion that exists in both services.

 


COVID 19 - Lockdown Update On 1st April 2020- Active Freight Logistics Private Ltd. Bangalore - Indi member

Submitted on April 1, 2020 by V. Chandra Kumar of Active Freight Logistics in India

1st Apr 2020. 

Dear Overseas Partners,

We are entering the 9th day of Lockdown – People curfew in INDIA – called by the Honourable Prime Minister. 

Both the Central and the State Government have been issued various guidelines, restrictions and some relaxations.

 

 

Due to the multiplicity of Circulars at various level and for each State it is difficult for us to share a uniform advisory. 

As per the letter issued by the MHA no.DO no.40-3/2020-DM-I(A) Dated 29th March, 2020 that even transportation non -essential goods has also be allowed. 

However, with lock down and curfew, there are certain problems faced by our Members. One of the main issue is of stepping out of house and travel. Many States are strict in enforcing curfew and hence it is difficult for CBs to carry out their day to day work. Whereas, some States are moderate that mobility to a limited extent is permitted.

While it is required to obtain a pass or permit to travel, there is neither set procedure nor clarity on the authority that will issue such pass or permits. This is done by some States online while others follow manual system.

Operations at Port, Airport, CFS, ICDs across various cities has been adversely affected due to minimum workforce available on account of travel restrictions. 

Even though Customs have declared 24 X 7 working but are functioning with very minimum staff/ Officers. Majority of Shipping Lines and NVOCCs have adopted work from home than thereby limiting their normal work.

Unlike most other professions where online processing and work from home concept is possible, our profession requires manual presence of our staff at various stages and locations. This is avoidable exposure and is contrary to the appeal of the Honourable Prime Minister for social distancing.

The management has suggested that the entire process of clearance and handling of cargo – be it Customs or others – should be system driven to avoid human intervention. To achieve this target of paperless processing entirely, will take some time to accomplish.

Another major issue faced is regarding lack of transport trucks. Most of drivers of vehicles operated in different parts of the country, have travelled back to their native to protect themselves and their family.

This is one of the main obstacles for movement of cargo. In certain places even when drivers have returned back to work, due to difficulties in obtaining travel permits across the locations is very difficult hence logistics activities has been affected.  Under these circumstances, We have suggested to : - 

a. Protect yourself & Your staff family and be safe.

b. Seek official pass or permit before venturing out.

c. Ensure all precautions are taken – usage of protective gear, social distancing, avoiding crowded areas.

d. Check prevailing condition in each of your State / Locality.

e. Beware of the restrictions imposed and follow the guidelines.


The management shares / exchanges, updates daily through video conference facility and basis inputs received from various locations and it is understood that :- 

 

 

i. At Customs, Port, Airports, CFSs, ICD, Shipping / Air Lines availability of officials / staff available to carry on the routine normal work is very less.

ii. The strength is far below normal attendance and almost skeletal staffing. With this strength it would be impossible to handle regular volume.

iii. Authorities have taken this conscious step to maintain social distancing otherwise It would expose all stakeholders to possible COVID 19 virus.  

iv. Availability of vehicles / drivers is almost nil or insignificant / negligible.

v. CB are unable to discharge their normal duty due Restrictions imposed by the State is curtailing our normal working.

vi. Process of obtaining passes / permits is very difficult.


We are taken stock of the situation across the locations and noted the concerns. We will continue to monitor the situation to update you.

Finally, safety comes first and it is suggested to prior to venturing out, we should take adequate precautions to maintain social distancing and safe working condition.
 

 

 

Logistically Yours,

 

 

 

 

 

V.CHANDRA KUMAR.

 

 

Chairman – Managing Director.

 

 

 

 

 

Mob   : +91 98450 49313.

 

 

Email : [email protected]  

 

 

 

 

 

                   

 

 

 

 

 

IMPORTANT NOTE :- 

 

 

·        Free demurrage period at the Airport is reduced to 48 hrs instead of 72 hrs from the touch down time of the Aircraft.

 

 

·        Bill of entry for the consignment should be file with the Indian customs within 24 hrs of Vessel/Flight arrival , after that penalty will be applied.

 

 

                         Day 1st to 3rd day- &n

COVID 19 - Lockdown Update On 1st April 2020 member

Submitted on April 1, 2020 by V. Chandra Kumar of Active Freight Logistics in India

1st Apr 2020. 

Dear Overseas Partners,

We are entering the 9th day of Lockdown – People curfew in INDIA – called by the Honourable Prime Minister. 

Both the Central and the State Government have been issued various guidelines, restrictions and some relaxations.

 

 

Due to the multiplicity of Circulars at various level and for each State it is difficult for us to share a uniform advisory. 

As per the letter issued by the MHA no.DO no.40-3/2020-DM-I(A) Dated 29th March, 2020 that even transportation non -essential goods has also be allowed. 

However, with lock down and curfew, there are certain problems faced by our Members. One of the main issue is of stepping out of house and travel. Many States are strict in enforcing curfew and hence it is difficult for CBs to carry out their day to day work. Whereas, some States are moderate that mobility to a limited extent is permitted.

While it is required to obtain a pass or permit to travel, there is neither set procedure nor clarity on the authority that will issue such pass or permits. This is done by some States online while others follow manual system.

Operations at Port, Airport, CFS, ICDs across various cities has been adversely affected due to minimum workforce available on account of travel restrictions. 

Even though Customs have declared 24 X 7 working but are functioning with very minimum staff/ Officers. Majority of Shipping Lines and NVOCCs have adopted work from home than thereby limiting their normal work.

Unlike most other professions where online processing and work from home concept is possible, our profession requires manual presence of our staff at various stages and locations. This is avoidable exposure and is contrary to the appeal of the Honourable Prime Minister for social distancing.

The management has suggested that the entire process of clearance and handling of cargo – be it Customs or others – should be system driven to avoid human intervention. To achieve this target of paperless processing entirely, will take some time to accomplish.

Another major issue faced is regarding lack of transport trucks. Most of drivers of vehicles operated in different parts of the country, have travelled back to their native to protect themselves and their family.

This is one of the main obstacles for movement of cargo. In certain places even when drivers have returned back to work, due to difficulties in obtaining travel permits across the locations is very difficult hence logistics activities has been affected.  Under these circumstances, We have suggested to : - 

a. Protect yourself & Your staff family and be safe.

b. Seek official pass or permit before venturing out.

c. Ensure all precautions are taken – usage of protective gear, social distancing, avoiding crowded areas.

d. Check prevailing condition in each of your State / Locality.

e. Beware of the restrictions imposed and follow the guidelines.


The management shares / exchanges, updates daily through video conference facility and basis inputs received from various locations and it is understood that :- 

 

 

i. At Customs, Port, Airports, CFSs, ICD, Shipping / Air Lines availability of officials / staff available to carry on the routine normal work is very less.

ii. The strength is far below normal attendance and almost skeletal staffing. With this strength it would be impossible to handle regular volume.

iii. Authorities have taken this conscious step to maintain social distancing otherwise It would expose all stakeholders to possible COVID 19 virus.  

iv. Availability of vehicles / drivers is almost nil or insignificant / negligible.

v. CB are unable to discharge their normal duty due Restrictions imposed by the State is curtailing our normal working.

vi. Process of obtaining passes / permits is very difficult.


We are taken stock of the situation across the locations and noted the concerns. We will continue to monitor the situation to update you.

Finally, safety comes first and it is suggested to prior to venturing out, we should take adequate precautions to maintain social distancing and safe working condition.
 

 

 

Logistically Yours,

 

 

 

 

 

V.CHANDRA KUMAR.

 

 

Chairman – Managing Director.

 

 

 

 

 

Mob   : +91 98450 49313.

 

 

Email : [email protected]  

 

 

 

 

 

                   

 

 

 

 

 

IMPORTANT NOTE :- 

 

 

·        Free demurrage period at the Airport is reduced to 48 hrs instead of 72 hrs from the touch down time of the Aircraft.

 

 

·        Bill of entry for the consignment should be file with the Indian customs within 24 hrs of Vessel/Flight arrival , after that penalty will be applied.

 

 

                         Day 1st to 3rd day-    @ Rs.5000/- per day

 

NEWS FROM INNOVO, YANGON, MYANMAR member

Submitted on April 1, 2020 by Aung of Innovo Shipping & Logistics in Myanmar

1 April 2020,      

 5 Star Member in Myanmar, Innovo Shipping & Logistics reported that Yangon International Airport will no longer allow the landing of all international commercial passenger flights in all Myanmar Airports to prevent the importation of COVID-19 via air travel.  The statement is announced on 29 March 2020 by the Department of Civil Aviation with reference to a directive from the Ministry of Health and Sports of Myanmar Government.  This temporary measure will be effective from March 30 until April 13, 2020.

 

However, the measure will not affect relief flights, medical evacuation flights, all-cargo flights and special flights which received approval from the DCA.

 

 

The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country is 15 as per the Health Ministry report.  One of the confirmed patients who was also taking cancer treatment recently died as a result of the COVID-19 virus.

 

 

Myanmar is taking all preventive measures and the Country’s State Counsellor Daw Aung San Su Kyi said lockdown will be used only if needed.

 

 

 

 

Aung, Managing Director of Innovo said “Business is slowing down at current situation.  Myanmar New Year long holiday will fall in April from 10th to 19th and we are concerned that everyone in the country will follow the guidance from the government to lower the risk of spreading the virus by staying at home during this official holiday period.  

 

 

Most of the business sectors are already suffering from this pandemic and if people are negligence, the impact will be huge and it will be very hard to recover for a developing country like Myanmar. Innovo team is fully operational at this moment. We are taking all preventive measures and supporting our customers’ needs as much as we can.”


Vietnam Airlines cuts Europe flights as Covid-19 spreads across continent member

Submitted on March 12, 2020 by Mr. Huynh Dang Phuc of Jupiter Pacific Forwarding in Vietnam

Source: VN Express

Dated: March 11, 2020

As the coronavirus spreads in Europe, Vietnam Airlines is set to reduce the number of weekly flights to the continent by 14 starting March 25.

Its flights are from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the U.K., France, and Germany.

The services would be restored after the disease is controlled, the only Vietnamese carrier operating direct flights to Europe said in a release.

On Tuesday the airline began screening all passengers at European airports leaving for Vietnam and made face masks mandatory for them.

It has also begun to disinfect airplanes coming to Vietnam from abroad on landing.

It used to be done only for aircraft coming from China or with sick passengers.

Vietnam on Monday suspended visa waivers for citizens of eight European countries: Denmark, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Germany, France, Spain, and the U.K.

A number of people coming from Europe have been diagnosed with Covid-19 since March 6.

The country has so far recorded 38 cases as of Wednesday, 22 of whom are now in hospital.


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Lam Dong province sees sharp increase in flower export industry

Submitted on March 12, 2020 by Mr. Huynh Dang Phuc of Jupiter Pacific Forwarding in Vietnam

Source: Nhan Dan Online (NDO)

Wednesday, 2020-03-11 16:06:07

Flower export of the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong has risen sharply since the beginning of this year, in contrast to the gloomy picture of coffee, cashew nuts and tea that are being hit by COVID-19.

The provincial Department of Industry and Trade said on March 10 that in February alone, the locality shipped 34 million flower stems to Europe, Japan, Australia, China, Taiwan (China) and some Southeast Asian nations, up 15% in volume and 17.5% in value year-on-year.

The stronger export is attributable to local businesses’ investment in new flower varieties, farming and preservation technologies, and trade promotion for market expansion.

Lam Dong has 3,450 ha of flower plantations for domestic consumption and export, with an output of 1 billion items per year.

In Da Lat city alone, about 5,000 households and more than 30 enterprises are engaged in supplying different species of flowers including rose, mimosa and orchid.


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ZHL handled the ship spare cargo member

Submitted on March 10, 2020 by Lika Gao of ZHL Logistics in China

ZHL Logistics just handled a project cargo fm Qingdao to Singapore. It's the desulfurization equipment for ship spares.

ZHL is always doing her efforts for the envioremental protection business !


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Receiving investment ‘wave’ from Japan industry

Submitted on February 26, 2020 by Mr. Huynh Dang Phuc of Jupiter Pacific Forwarding in Vietnam

Tuesday, 2020-02-25 16:47:15

NDO – A survey on business conditions of Japanese companies in Asia and Oceania released by the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) in Hanoi showed optimistic signals that 63.9 % of Japanese enterprises in Vietnam are planning to expand their business in the coming years. In case of business relocation, Vietnam is the first choice of Japanese enterprises (accounting for 42.3% of enterprises).

Thus, this is the third consecutive year, Vietnam has become an attractive destination to Japanese investors and these enterprises continue to place high expectations on the potential and growth possibility of the Vietnamese economy.

During the 30-year period of attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), capital inflow from Japan has always occupied an important position, which has been increasingly diverse and pouring into areas that Vietnam is paying much attention to.

Japanese enterprises are evaluated to operate effectively and seriously while complying well with the laws of Vietnam, contributing to promoting economic growth and creating jobs for locals.

Working style and skills of Japanese enterprises are always appreciated while Japanese investment projects in Vietnam run effectively with good technologies. Japanese investment is considered a high-quality capital flow and has become a model for the cooperation relationship between Vietnamese enterprises and FDI enterprises.

In particular, Japan has maintained a high and stable rate of investment in Vietnam and has always been one of the two leading FDI countries in Vietnam for many years.

But in 2019, investment capital from Japan decreased to the fourth position in the list of countries and territories investing in Vietnam, the lowest position in the past five years. Notably, this decline occurred in the context that Japan has continued to increase investment in Asian countries.

On a global scale, Japan has replaced the US to become the world’s largest country investing abroad as it has maintained an investment scale of more than US$100 billion over the past eight years.

While many companies have been moving out of China, Vietnam is still not in the choice of large enterprises because Vietnam remains at the middle level of the regional and global production chains. This fact requires more effort from Vietnam to attract Japanese investment as expected.

For many years, recommendations of Japanese enterprises have focused on improving the investment and business environment, developing supporting industries and improving the quality of labour training.

Investors believe that the biggest risk they may face is the unilateral withdraw of incentives when policies change, complicated and overlapped administrative procedures, limited supply of electricity, and delays in investment and payment for infrastructure projects.

56% of enterprises also said that they still encountered difficulties in purchasing components, accessories and materials from the Vietnamese market even though they wish to expand purchasing from the domestic market and this rate hasn’t changed compared to previous years.

In order to take full advantage of and absorb the ‘wave’ of Japanese investment as well as attracting new-generation FDI capital, the Government needs to improve the institution and remove difficulties and obstacles that enterprises have recommended.

In particular, special attention should be paid to comprehensive solutions regarding enhancing the business environment, improving labour quality and developing supporting industries.


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ietnam licenses 460 US meat producers: deputy minister of agriculture industry

Submitted on February 26, 2020 by Mr. Huynh Dang Phuc of Jupiter Pacific Forwarding in Vietnam

Wednesday, 2020-02-26 12:24:16

NDO - Vietnam has granted licenses to 460 US meat producers and another 210 companies applying to export seafood to Vietnam, according to Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Quoc Doanh.

Doanh revealed the information during a working meeting with US Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Ted McKinney and Chief Agricultural Negotiator Gregg Doud on February 24.

The deputy minister added that Vietnam has also approved the export of six types of US fresh fruit to Vietnam, namely cherry, pear, grape, apple, blueberry and orange, and is assessing the biological safety risks with four other fruits.

At the meeting with US officials, as part of his working visit to the US, Deputy Minister Doanh asked the US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to soon recognise the Hanoi Irradiation Centre and Toan Phat Irradiation Company as eligible for fresh lychee irradiation so that Vietnamese exporters can reduce costs from transporting the fruit to southern irradiation centres.

He also called for US inclusion of vapor heat treatment to sterilise fresh fruits exported to the US, in addition to irradiation, and to finalise risk assessment procedures so that Vietnamese pomelo can be exported to the US.

The US Department of Agriculture is expected to send a delegation to Vietnam from March 2-13 to conduct a periodical review of Vietnam’s catfish products.

Vietnam pledges cooperation during the review and ensures that Vietnamese catfish exported to the US are high quality, safe and reasonably priced.


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