Andrea Martin, Conqueror’s FreightViewer Coordinator, will participate in one of the Roundtable Panel Discussions
Conqueror Freight Network has partnered with Logistics Business Show– an international online exhibition and conference for the logistics and materials handling industry. Logistics Business Show will provide an interactive platform for professionals involved in transportation, logistics, warehousing, materials handling, and other supply chain services. The exhibition will allow visitors to source products online, and request quotes. Additionally, the visitors will get to watch the conference and meet the exhibitors on video calls and chats. The second edition of this event will take place in October. Over 5000 industry professionals have confirmed their attendance for the March and October events.
Logistics Business Show – Conqueror Freight Network
The Logistics Business Show will take place from 15th to 17th of March. Andrea Martin, Conqueror’s FreightViewer Coordinator, will speak at the Roundtable titled ‘Road Transport Challenges’. The Panel Discussion will then be broadcasted live at their show on Tuesday 15th March at 10.00 am UK/11.00 am CET.
Other topics for the round table include- Software for Real-Time Visibility, Automation Systems in the Distribution Centre, Robotics Affordability & AI, Delivery WISMO & Inventory Management, Warehouse Worker Health & Safety, Track & Trace: Rugged Mobile, Sustainable Supply Chains, Forklift Innovation & Components.
Registering for the event will allow participants to meet and talk with 5000 international logistics decision-makers. Moreover, they will be able to schedule live video calls and chats with the exhibitors. Event participants will also get to source and purchase products and solutions and ask questions to the panelist speakers. Lastly, it will allow the attendees to enhance their industry networking and listen to the opinions of industry experts.
Conqueror members can register for this event by clicking on this link.
Domax Logistics Co. Ltd. cooperated with several network members to move airfreight shipments to Europe and Africa
Domax Logistics, Conqueror member in Hangzhou was founded on 10th September 2009. Their core business is airfreight and during the last year, they cooperated with many CQR members to move several LCL air projects boosting the business within the network.
Collaboration shipment of Domax Logistics
One of the members they have recently cooperated with was C.V.Μ. International, Conqueror member in Athens/Piraeus. They moved an FCL export of a 20/40 container from China to Lagos by sea. Additionally, together with Incotrans, they carried out an export of HM 325 Manual Microtome which contained batteries. This was an air freight shipment that was moved from Shanghai to Lisbon.
“In Domax, we understand that different regional airports have different operational requirements, so we adapt to rapid customs clearance, and arrange the deliveries efficiently. Additionally, we believe that Conqueror has very reliable and professional members and we are delighted to have had the opportunity to work with many of them and contribute to the increase of the business within the network”.
Congratulations to Domax Logistics and all the best for their future endeavours!
“My job is to make sure that the number of Conqueror agents keeps growing steadily so as to provide our members with coverage in all the major cities/ports around the world.”
This week we interviewed Anibal del Diego, Conqueror’s Membership Development Coordinator. Anibal is responsible for conducting extensive research about the applicants before recruiting the most reliable and capable independent freight forwarders.
Anibal del Diego, Conqueror’s Membership Development Coordinator
Moreover, his other task consists of finding new sales leads and selecting reliable forwarders as Conqueror members. Before joining Conqueror, Anibal gained years of experience in the Sales and Customer Service department. His experience with multinationals gave him a thorough idea of objective-driven performance to ensure ultimate customer satisfaction. Additionally, Anibal’s social interaction skills allow him to offer an affirmative and determined approach to Conqueror’s customer relationship management.
Q. We would like to know a bit about your experience at Conqueror Freight Network.
A. The time I have spent with my wonderful team at Conqueror has been extremely satisfying. We have a small team with a close bonding and working with them is a productive and pleasant experience. Over the years we have been working together to resolve our customer’s problems and think up the most innovative solutions. Most importantly, Conqueror has taught me a great deal about client communication, client research, and enrolling new agents for even greater network coverage.
Q. Tell us about your job. Do you find your everyday tasks interesting?
A. My daily tasks are both engaging and demanding at the same time. My primary job is to conduct thorough research about the companies of the applicants to determine their reliability. As you know, we only accept dependable and financially secure members to ensure a safe work environment for all our members.
Additionally, being the Membership Development Coordinator, I am the first person our members contact before making it to the network. Lastly, I also need to contact potential members and tell them about how Conqueror can help them with business expansion. I make sure that the number of Conqueror members keeps growing so as to cover all the major cities/ports around the world.
Q. What is the best part about working at Conqueror?
A. The warm and friendly work environment allows us to be creative and experiment with new approaches in every aspect of my job. Moreover, my teammates as well as the management are very encouraging and supportive. I can say that over the years, our team has become like a family. In spite of all the challenges I face in the course of my work, I enjoy solving problems and testing new tactics to further the interests of both members and our network. The dynamic office ambience greatly enhances my productivity. Together with my colleagues, we form part of a very close-knit group that works toward helping our agents and enabling them to globalize their business and augment their ROI.
Q. What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
A. Communication with members from so many linguistic and cultural backgrounds can be a very exacting task. Nevertheless, my experience in client servicing allows me to carry out this task proficiently.
Q. What were the starting years of Conqueror like?
A. Conqueror Freight Network was formed 10 years back in January 2011. Since then we have been helping independent freight forwarders from around the world to effectively compete against the largest multinationals of this sector. The sole objective of our network was to give the small and mid-sized logistics companies a platform to increase their share of businesses.
To begin with, we had 50 members from 33 countries. However, with time we have established ourselves as the largest exclusive freight forwarding network in the globe with over 260 members from 136 countries. Regardless of the multiple challenges this sector has been facing since our pandemic, we were able to maintain our network standards, expand our member base, and offer them all the means to grow their businesses.
“Transparency, creativity, and the know-how to deal with difficult situations – these are some of the qualities I have inculcated during my career. I strongly believe that clear communication, honesty, and the means we provide to help freight forwarders compete with the largest players are the three things that are helping our network to grow.
Q. How did you celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Conqueror?
A. We put together a very touching video for members to watch during the Virtual Meeting. Here we compiled the best moments of the network along these years. It was really exciting, since all of us gave ideas to make it and the final video where the entire Conqueror team congratulates the members was not only affecting but also was very funny. It was a special moment when we felt a strong sense of team spirit. We all were very proud of the network! After the Meeting, we had a small party with some snacks to celebrate this occasion.
Q. What do you think are the biggest benefits of Conqueror in terms of sales?
A. The greatest financial advantage for our agents is undoubtedly Conqueror’s Referral Programme. The members need to suggest to us the names of a reliable forwarder in cities that are vacant at the moment. In case the recommended company becomes a network member, the referring agents get a 25% discount on their upcoming membership fee. They can avail of a maximum of 4 discounts of 25% every year. This implies the chance of paying zero membership fee in the next year! Moreover, members wanting territorial exclusivity in more than one city are required to pay just 50% of the membership fee for every additional branch.
Q. What is the most important objective of the sales team?
A. The principal task of the sales team is to increase the coverage of our network. To achieve this, Conqueror’s PR and Marketing team conduct several promotional campaigns. They contact the leading freight forwarders in every city who have the professionalism to make it to our network. Moreover, we are not searching for the largest forwarder with the largest business volume. What we want are trustworthy, well-managed, and financially solvent forwarders with considerable business volume and sound credit history. This way all our members can rest assured that they are dealing only with the most reputed and dependable partners.
Q. What are the values that motivate you?
A. Transparency, creativity, and the know-how to deal with difficult situations and make the right decision- these are some of the qualities I have inculcated during my career. I strongly believe that clear communication, honesty, and the means we provide to help independent freight forwarders compete with the largest players are the three things that are helping our network to grow.
I feel that in the last 10 years we have been able to convince our members that we care for them and our main objective is to help them grow. Being customer-focused rather than competitor-focussed, allows us to be more pioneering and has greatly contributed to our expansion. A satisfied customer means a lot for our business. My objective is to keep ensuring that the agents get what they are looking for.
The Dutch Freight Forwarders Association enables the members to conduct their business and serve their clients competently, efficiently and under the most favourable circumstances
Inver Gase, the Managing Director of GDF Netherlands B.V, Conqueror member in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, has been recently designated as a board member of FENEX. FENEX is the representative body for freight forwarders and logistic services providers in The Netherlands. He was appointed on October 7th, 2021 and since then he has been a part of the board of the organization.
In the words of Mr. Gase, “Being already a board member of Air Cargo Netherlands, I want to contribute to FENEX with my knowledge. My thirty years of experience in the airfreight sector will also help me in this regard. Moreover, I am very happy to have become a part of this respectable organization. I am certain that as a FENEX member we will get a lead in the sector. It will allow us to provide better services to our clients and partners.”
Congratulations to GDF Netherlands and all the best for their upcoming projects!
Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Association was established in 2010 to protect, promote, and safeguard the interests of freight forwarding companies in Bangladesh
Nurul Amin, the Managing Director of Tower Freight Logistics Ltd, Conqueror member in Bangladesh, Dhaka, gets appointed the Vice President of Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Association- BAFFA.
Mr. Nurul Amin – The Vice President of BAFFA
BAFFA held the election for the Board of Directors on 30 December. The event took place simultaneously in Dhaka and Chattogram where they elected Mr. Amin, as the Director for the 4th consecutive term.
Tower Freight started its journey in 2000. They established themselves as a leading logistics company providing air/sea freight services. Additionally, they also provide consolidation, customs brokerage, warehousing and inland transportation services.
To quote Mr. Amin, “My election as the Vice President of BAFFA will allow me to once again represent our industry’s interest. I am confident that my 37 years of experience in this sector will allow me to carry out this role to the best of my ability.”
Congratulations to Tower Freight Logistics and all the best for their upcoming projects!
Conqueror’s December newsletter includes all the news from our agents in the last three months along with relevant news from the supply chain industry
The December edition of Conqueror’s newsletter is now out. Inside the newsletter, there’s a special post on Conqueror’s 10th Anniversary. Additionally, we have also included a post about the objectives of our network for 2022.
Conqueror’s Newsletter for December
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Like always, this newsletter will update you with all the latest news from your network partners. We have covered the news about the recent achievements of our network members in Nouakchott, Antwerp, Muscat/Sohar, and Chengdu. Moreover, there is a special report where Manuel Cardona, Conqueror’s IT Manager and FreightViewer Developer, talks about the origins of FreightViewer and our ambitions with this platform.
This newsletter is also packed with all the important news and news bits from the transportation and logistics industry. Our sector news in focus is about the rising cost of LTL freight and the reasons behind it. There is yet another article on the problems of maritime piracy and the areas that are most affected by it.
To feature the latest news of your company in our next newsletter, kindly send us an email with a few lines about your recent undertakings.
As we step into the first quarter of 2022, it’s important to examine the international container shipping trends from last year to get a clear outline of the port situations around the world, and prepare yourself better for the coming period. Check out the detailed report based on the CAx value compiled by our media partner Container xChange.
The last year was a difficult one for the container shipping industry when ports all around the world were having to deal with several hindrances such as port congestion, delays, and equipment shortages. But it seems that the situation is now reversing. To quote Johannes Schlingmeier, Container xChange Co-founder, “Over the last two quarters, the industry has faced skyrocketing container prices. However, these increases first leveled off and have now started gradually decreasing. It seems, what we’re seeing now, is a turning point.”
Container prices at the major international ports
40 HC Average Container Prices
The major ports in the US, the UK, China, and Germany recorded a fall in container prices between August to November. Moreover, in the last 4 months, the container prices at the ports in the United States have fallen by almost 15%. At the Ningbo Port, a 40 HC container cost $959 less in November compared to the price in September. The sharpest fall in container prices was seen at the Port of Qingdao in the months of September to November. At Qingdao the average cost of 40 HC containers came down by 23% amounting to around $1756.
A look at the Container Availability Index at the major ports
Before getting into details about the container shipping trends, we need to give you a brief idea of Container Availability Index.
Average one-way leasing pickup rates
Defining Container Availability Index (CAx)
The Container Availability Index (CAx) monitors and forecasts global container equipment supply by tracking millions of monthly container moves. An index reading of below 0.5 means more containers leave a port compared to the number that enter. Container availability index above 0.5 means more containers are entering the port.
Inbound containers are piling up across several ports worldwide
Out of the 83 ports in different parts of the world (part of this research), only 9 ports have CAx values less than 0.50. Seventy four ports have CAx values greater than 0.50. Compared to 2020, 61 ports had CAx values less than 0.50. Before the pandemic, 34 ports had CAx values less than 0.50. This clearly explains the present disrupted condition of the supply chain. Usually, during the year end, we see more containers in the US, North America, and the UK and fewer containers at the Asian ports. However, only a few ports in China have low CAx values. The rest of the ports have much higher CAx values. This indicates containers all over the ports are either stuck or delayed.
Container shipping prices
The situation in the ports in China
Leasing rates fall in China
The average one-way pickup rates Ex china to UK and Germany since September fell from September till November. Moreover, these rates are expected to drop further. Average one-way pickup charges for the China -US stretch were reduced by 25% from August to September but increased from October to November.
Container prices are lowering in China
Fourteen ports in China registered decline in average prices for 40HC containers. The same trend is noticeable for 20DC containers. Average container prices (for 20DC, 40DC, and 40HC, cargo worthy) was highest in September and fell thereafter till the last week of November 2021. In Shanghai, the average prices for 40ft HC containers fell by 21% from the US $6686 in September to US $5746 as of 1st December. In Tianjin, this drop was 16%, in Yantian 12%, in Shenzhen close to 7%, in Qingdao 23%, and 11% in Dalian. Shanghai ranked third for average prices of 40HC at $5746 as of December 1st 2021 after Livorno at $6700 and Singapore at $5775. At Shenzhen, prices reduced from $7005 in September to $6573 in November.
Shanghai Port
Shanghai Port registered a massive fall in CAx values in 2020 reaching a rock bottom of 0.05. However, last year the CAx values at this port fell to 0.50. This is the ideal balance indicating the same number of containers coming and leaving the port.
Yantian Port
The CAx value of 0.27 at the Yantian port demonstrates a high number of outbound containers. However, it is not at the same level as in 2020 and 2019. In the month of November, these values were at an average of 0.05 in 2020, and 0.16 in 2019.
Tianjin Port
The CAx values at the Tianjin Port in the month of November were much higher than Ningbo and Qingdao. At week 48 of 2021, the CAx values were at 0.71, while in 2020 it was 0.16 and in 2019 it was 0.39. This suggests that there were more inbound containers at the port.
Dalian Port
Dalian port witnessed average CAx values of 0.49 in November. This figure is four times higher compared to that of 2020. However, before the pandemic, the CAx value at this port was 0.28.
A look at the port situation in India
Average container prices have somewhat stabilized in India.
Chennai Port
Chennai Port witnessed a 17% jump in average prices for 20 DC. Here, the average cost for a 40ft HC container dropped from $5550 in August to $5323 on the 1st of December. At Chennai port, the CAx values at week 48 were twice higher than that of 2020. The pre-pandemic trend at this port was decreasing CAx values, because of higher exports. However, 2021 demonstrated an opposite trend of increasing values till the end of the year.
Nhava Sheva Port
At the Port of Nhava Sheva, the Container Availability Index (CAx) values were stable at 0.78 since the end of October. While in 2019 and 2020, the values were lower showing a general declining trend till the end of the year. This suggests that more outbound containers were recorded at this port during this time of the year. In contrast, in 2021 the trend started to change. It clearly shows that exports struggled in 2021, containers were stuck at port, and inbound containers were higher. Here, the prices for 40 ft HC containers went down from $5044 in October to $4875 on the 1st of December. Before the pandemic, this price was approximately $1000 for 20DC and $2000 for 40DC, respectively.
Mundra Port
At the Mundra Port, the CAx values were five times higher compared to the values in the 48th week of 2020. Moreover, it was three times higher than the correlating week in 2019 (pre-pandemic). This trend was consistent throughout the year. This once again highlights the problem of inbound containers being stuck at the port with a possible impact on the outbound containers.
Port situation in the United States
Los Angeles
In 2021, the CAx values at this port fell from 0.85 in week 45 to 0.34 in week 48 (first week of November to last week of November).
In 2020, the CAx values dropped by 0.01 value, from 0.88 to 0.87 during the same time frame.
Long Beach Port
Here the CAx values ranged between 0.86 to 0.89 since the 31st week of 2021. In the 48th week, this value was at 0.86 and it closed the year
at similar values. Although there was a dip in these values in 2020, the forecast is not showing signs of revival this year due to the current situation of the gridlock.
Port of Savannah
The Port of Savannah witnessed consistently higher CAx values in 2021 compared to previous years. The CAx values ranged between 0.90 and 0.96. This indicates massive congestion and more loads of inbound containers.
Port of Houston
The CAx value at this port in 2020 was half of what it was in 2021. In the 48th week of 2021, the CAx at the port was 0.89. Last year, it was 0.48 and before the pandemic, it was 0.59. Undoubtedly, the port underwent an increased burden of inbound containers throughout 2021 as compared to 2020 and 2019.
Situation at the ports in Europe
The most important European ports had higher CAx values than the last two years. Moreover, the concentration of CAx values were in the CAx range of 0.63 – 0.89. This indicates more inbound containers consistently than outbound ones. As compared to 2019 and 2020 it is almost more than double the levels at the 17 busiest ports.
Port of Antwerp
Antwerp showed a five times rise in CAx values at week 48 of 2021 compared to the correlating week last year. This shows that a large number of containers were docked.
Port of Hamburg
At the Port of Hamburg, the CAx values were more than three times higher than 2020.
Port of Felixstowe
The average CAx values at the Port of Felixstowe were 0.65 in the past 3 years, but at the 48th week of 2021, the values were at 0.89.
Port of Valencia
CAx values at the port of Valencia were six times that of 2020.
Port of Sines
In 2020 the CAx value at the Port of Sines was 0.09. However, last year it increased to 0.85.
Port of Barcelona
The Port of Barcelona also registered twice the CAx values than 2020.
Summing it up
As Christian Roeloffs the Co-founder and CEO of Container xChange aptly points out, 2022 is going to be yet another year of unpredictability. We’ve also started to see container prices and leasing rates going down. Once, prices slide significantly, they risk crashing. If we look at the current demand, we see that the demand for containers hasn’t increased significantly. The current spike in rates is caused by temporary supply crunch. But with disruptions such as labor union conflicts at US ports easing up, we’ll also see the capacity challenge improving.
The SME 100 Award identifies and recognizes SMEs based on growth, turnover, profit, market resilience, best practices, sustainability and vision
AEO Freight, Conqueror member in Penang, Malaysia, wins the prestigious SME100 Awards- Fast Moving Companies 2021. SME Magazine organizes this Annual Recognition Programme, naming the fastest moving businesses of the SME sector. Out of 800 hundred nominated companies in Malaysia, they only selected 100 winners and AEO Freight is one of them.
Conqueror Penang wins the SME 100 Awards
In the words of Rizal Abdullah, General Manager of AEO Freight, “I am so impressed and feel so proud to win this prestigious award during this challenging time. The effort we put in for over 10 years is worth it.”
Founded back in 2005, AEO Freight is the leading logistics services providers in Penang. They have evolved from a traditional logistics company to one of the leading providers of fully integrated supply chain solutions.
“This achievement is an honour. It reflects our company’s role in the domestic and global logistics industry. Additionally, this award will enhance our customers’ confidence in the company’s services. Most importantly, it would also be a good selling point for new customers. Lastly, we hope that this award will strengthen AEO Freight’s position as one of the top players in this sector in Malaysia,” adds Mr. Abdullah.
Congratulations to AEO Freight for winning this prestigious award and all the best for their future projects!
Aeroportos Brasil Viracopos S.A organized this award ceremony to highlight the performance of companies acting in the foreign trade for the Viracopos International Airport
Clipper Tranportes Internacionais LTDA, Conqueror member in Sao Paolo, Brazil, received the 1st prize at the Viracopos Logistical Efficiency Awards. They received the award in the Customs Clearance in the Mechanical Metal category. With 35 years of market experience, Clipper Transportes has established itself as one of the foremost players in the international logistics, advisory, and customs clearance segment.
The awards are organized by Aeroportos Brasil Viracopos S.A since 2013. The objective of the awards is to emphasize the performance of companies that play a part in the foreign trade for the Viracopos International Airport. Additionally, their long-term partner Endress +Hauser a renowned laboratory instrumentation and automation supplier nominated their name for this award.
Clipper Transportes wins the Viracopos Logistical Efficiency Awards
In the words of Regiane Pimenta, Sales & Operations Manager of Clipper Transportes, “Our unparalleled expertise in the customs clearance sector and our long years of experience in the industry make this award a well-deserved one. Most importantly, for over three decades our team has been facilitating the foreign trade process for our clients.”
“Furthermore, we got the first prize in Galeao airport both as freight forwarders and brokers on fashion segment in 2019. Our team always ranks among the top 5 forwarders in Sao Paolo. It’s really an honor to accomplish with excellence our mission, that came since day 1 of Clipper- quality, efficiency, agility, and professionalism,” continues Ms. Pimenta.
Congratulations to Clipper Transportes Internacionais LTDA and wishing them the best for their future projects!
Conqueror’s 10th Anniversary was celebrated during Conqueror’s 2nd Virtual Meeting that brought together network members on one platform on the 29th and 30th of November
Conqueror Freight Network turned 10 in 2021. The network celebrated this special occasion during its 2nd Virtual Meeting. Moreover, Conqueror screened a special commemorative video of all the highlights of the Annual Meetings in the last 10 years. Conqueror started its journey in 2011 with members in 47 cities and now it has come up as the largest exclusive international freight forwarders network with over 260 members across 137 countries. Some of the most prominent supply chain websites of our time have published the news of Conqueror’s 10th Anniversary and 2nd Annual Meeting.
Conqueror’s 2nd Virtual Meeting Media Coverage
Logistics Business, DC Velocity, Hellenic Shipping News, AJOT, and Veintepies are the logistics web journals that covered this news.
Logistics Business is an UK based website dedicated to the transportation and logistics industry. It updates the readers with important news, opinions, and reports from the global supply chain sector.
DC Velocity is a market leading multi-media magazine brand that comprehensively covers the news of all aspects of logistics. Its unique content model allows the readers to be at a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Hellenic Shipping News is a daily online newspaper for shipping and logistics news. Moreover, it provides extensive coverage of the international shipping industry with a special focus on Greece.
AJOT or American Journal of Transportation is a pioneering web journal covering transportation and logistics news. This century-old magazine, offers the latest news and insights from the supply chain industry.
Veintepies is a news portal offering valuable information to anyone who has to make business decisions related to transportation and logistics. With a large reader base in Spain and Latin America, it publishes news, opinions, and articles related to this industry.
International Journal of Transport aka ITJ is a transportation and logistics journal published by Swiss Professional Media AG. Additionally, their team of highly qualified journalists seek to provide their readers with out up-to-date, practical reporting on this sector.
The Press Release published in all the above websites talks about the journey of the network in the past decade. It also touches on the success of their 2nd Virtual Conference that hosted over 1680 one-to-one videoconferences. Additionally, it also provides an overview of the FreightViewer workshops and the screening of the celebratory video during the online conference.
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