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Conqueror’s media partner Breakbulk Europe 2023 has been a spectacular success

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Breakbulk Europe 2023 has smashed all event records and hosted over 10,445 industry professionals from across the supply chain sector

Breakbulk Europe 2023 – which Conqueror established a partnership with – was held from 6th to 8th June 2023, at Rotterdam Ahoy in the Netherlands. The three-day exhibition was attended by a record 10,445 industry professionalssaw which entailed an increase by 15% compared with 2022, with more than 126 countries represented. Visitors from the Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium led the pack, while countries including China, India, Turkey, the UAE, Brazil and Singapore posted the biggest jumps in numbers.

“Breakbulk Europe is truly unparalleled in its ability to bring together a vast number of industry professionals in a condensed timeframe. This event presents an incredibly powerful business opportunity, extending beyond mere networking to provide a platform for showcasing your company, products and services,” said Juliana Gibbons, VP for breakbulk specialist Swire Projects.

Breakbulk 2023
Breakbulk 2023

 

DHL Global Forwarding played host to a series of thought-provoking and engaging panel sessions, as speakers debated hot topics from nuclear power and offshore wind to air cargo and the role of ports in supply chain efficiency. Additionally, more than 150 participants enjoyed an inspiring session at the Women in Breakbulk Breakfast, while innovation and technology played a primary role at the all-new Breakbulk Futures Zone, an experience-based space featuring products and services from industry innovators.

“Over the years, Breakbulk Europe has consistently facilitated the formation of strong and enduring partnerships for us, and this year is no exception,” said Gelu Batrinca, a participant from Romania. “It stands as an exceptional exhibition that unites a vast array of exhibitors and visitors spanning the entire supply chain, making it an outstanding opportunity to connect and collaborate.”

Breakbulk Europe 2024 will return to Rotterdam Ahoy on 21-23 May.

Interview with Stephen McDermott, Director of Education and Marketing of CIFFA

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“Over the past decade, CIFFA’s freight forwarding courses have attracted over 15,000 individuals and are now taught in 16 post-secondary colleges within international business and supply chain programs”

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Stephen McDermott

This week, we had the opportunity to speak with Stephen McDermott, the Director of Education and Marketing of the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA). Conqueror Freight Network started its cooperation with CIFFA last year, in order to offer members very special and competitive prices for some of the best forwarding courses.

Conqueror Freight Network has just opened registration for the highly sought-after International Transportation and Trade course. Members can already enrol for the course that will start on 2nd October 2023. During our interview, Mr. McDermott provided us with a comprehensive overview of the purpose and significance of CIFFA’s freight forwarding courses. He emphasized how these courses have been instrumental in enhancing the professional skills, expertise, and abilities of those employed in the logistics sector. Mr. McDermott also highlighted CIFFA’s exceptional reputation as a first-rate educational institution within the industry. Moreover, he delved into various aspects such as the course content, their collaboration with Conqueror, and much more.

Q. When did you start offering logistics courses?

A. The Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association was founded in September 1948 in Montreal. It was started by a small group of freight forwarders who recognized the necessity for an industry association that could cater to the professional needs of its members. We have been offering freight forwarding courses for more than 40 years.

Q. How many students have you had up to now?

A. Over the past decade, these courses have attracted an impressive membership base, with over 15,000 individuals benefiting from the comprehensive knowledge and expertise provided. The International Transportation and Trade and the Essentials of Freight Forwarding are the two CIFFA freight forwarding courses offered by Conqueror Freight Network’s Online Academy.

Q. How did you come up with the idea of launching logistics courses?

A. CIFFA’s logistics courses were deemed essential for training our 300+ members who are freight forwarding companies in Canada. The courses are used by members in Canada as initial training for new recruits. The courses are also advantageous for people seeking to further their careers. Additionally, the same courses are now taught in 16 post-secondary colleges within international business and supply chain programs.

“Our freight forwarding courses are created to provide knowledge, but also to test the learners understanding, and apply what they have learned to real world freight forwarding scenarios… Overall, our courses enjoy very high approval rates from students

Q. What benefits do your courses have for freight forwarders?

A. CIFFA’s freight forwarding courses are created to provide knowledge, but also to test the learners understanding, and apply what they have learned to real-world freight forwarding scenarios. Moreover, in a rapidly evolving industry driven by constant technological advancements, continual learning is imperative. Our logistics training courses keep the learners updated with the needs of logistics 4.0 and help them secure their position in the industry.

Q. Who formulated the logistics courses?

A. The course content is written by a conglomerate of subject matter experts working and teaching within the profession.  Their expertise is sought regularly to ensure the course is up-to-date and relevant.

Q. How did CIFFA acquire this high reputation?

A. CIFFA will celebrate 75 years in 2023, dedicated to offering membership and advocacy services to the logistics industry. Since our inception, we have created strong roots and partnerships within the industry that we can call upon.  This includes our education programs that our members rely on to teach the vital skills and competencies required of their employees. Moreover, CIFFA continually builds on this experience and listens to feedback from students and the industry to create the highest quality education programs. Overall, our courses enjoy very high approval rates from students.

Q. Who would you recommend the courses to?

A. Our courses are for learners looking to start a career in freight forwarding, new employees at a freight forwarding organization, and those who wish to further their careers in a variety of ways. Therefore, one of the primary benefits of these freight forwarding courses is that they can be taken by newcomers in the industry to acquire skills and knowledge. They can also be taken by experienced forwarders who want to stay updated with industry trends.

Q. What do you think about your cooperation with Conqueror?

A. Conqueror Freight Network is an excellent partner who has a commitment to bringing education to its members globally. We started our cooperation with them last year for them to offer the International Transportation and Trade Course and Essentials of freight Forwarding Course and we are very happy with this productive partnership!

 

The 10th edition of Conqueror’s Annual Meeting is all set to take place in Bali, Indonesia, in April 2024

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Conqueror members are going to get together for the 10th time to forge enduring connections with reliable logistics partners around the world

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Conqueror’s 10th Annual Meeting at Bali

 

Conqueror Freight Network’s 10th Annual Meeting will take place from 21st to 23rd April 2024 in Bali, Indonesia, at the Intercontinental Bali Resort Hotel. The meeting is a unique opportunity for Conqueror agents to promote their company and secure new businesses by connecting with freight forwarders from over 140 countries. It will highlight the bottom line of the business of the delegates and allow them to make the most of your membership.

The freight forwarders conference will kick off with a Welcome Cocktail Reception on the first day of the event. This will allow the delegates to warm up with their partners before starting the serious business discussions on the following day. During the conference, each participant can engage in up to 32 one-to-one meetings with their pre-selected network partners. These one-to-one meetings, which serve as the cornerstone of the conference’s business activities, play a vital role in promoting networking and collaboration among the participating delegates.

“For more than a decade, Conqueror’s in-person meetings have been allowing our agents to thrive, connect and collaborate while unlocking new business horizons. Moreover, we have put in a lot of effort to make sure that the members get to make the best of our yearly conferences. This one-of-a-kind yearly event will act as a powerful sourcing hub for our members to create long-term partnerships with trustworthy freight forwarders worldwide,” says Antonio Torres, the President and Founder of Conqueror Freight Network.

Moreover, face-to-face communication will help to bring a sense of community within the network. It will enable all the agents to socialize and interact which in turn lays the foundation for trust and a better working relationship. Some of the other highlights of the event include a corporate group tour, a welcome cocktail reception, and a dinner party. These social activities will contribute to achieving a perfect balance between business and leisure throughout the conference.

More information about the meeting will soon be published on Conqueror’s Annual Meeting page.

 

International airfreight refrigerated shipment handled by Conqueror Valletta, Malta, for Gulfood Exhibition in Dubai

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With their expertise in temperature-controlled cargo, they ensured that the goods remained in optimal condition throughout its journey from Malta to Dubai

Eurocargo Logistics, Conqueror member in Valletta, Malta, who has established themselves as experts in temperature-controlled solutions, successfully transported an air freight refrigerated shipment from Malta to Dubai for the prestigious Gulfood Exhibition. They moved the cargo of chilled & frozen foodstuffs via air freight operated by Emirates. They used perforated polystyrene boxes with dry ice placed on a pallet to move this temperature-sensitive shipment.

“Undoubtedly, transporting such a shipment for the largest food exhibition in the world presented a distinctive array of challenges,” says Luke Vassallo, Managing Director of Eurocargo Logistics. “Coordinating with local and foreign authorities regarding the compliance of documents was one such hurdle. Nevertheless, with our proven experience in refrigerated transport for almost two decades we managed to deliver on our promises.” he adds.

Eurocargo - Conqueror
Eurocargo – Conqueror News

 

Since dry ice is considered hazardous, they had to ventilate the boxes in the cold storage at Dubai Airport while awaiting release. Additionally, Eurocargo Logistics also offered guidance on the procedure and requirements of packing due to the delicate nature of the shipment.

Congratulations to Eurocargo for a job well executed!

Conqueror Varna celebrates 30 years in business

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They took this opportunity to launch a social media campaign and generate content to involve their online community in the celebrations

Trident Freight Ltd, Conqueror member in Varna, Bulgaria, recently celebrated their company’s 30th Anniversary. Mr Vladimir Demirov from the Sales Department of Conqueror Varna commented, “Our company’s journey began 30 years ago with a small team and a vision to provide reliable and efficient freight forwarding services. Over the years, we have steadily grown our operations, expanded our global network of partners, and diversified our service offerings.”

30 Anniversary - Conqueror member
30th Anniversary – Conqueror member in Varna

Presently, they have embraced technological advancements, adapted to industry changes, and focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences. To commemorate their 30th anniversary, they initiated a social media campaign to generate fresh content and engage their online community in the festivities.

In the last three decades, they have successfully established long-term partnerships with clients, ensuring their cargo reaches its destination safely and on time. They also have invested in enhancing their infrastructure, leveraging technology to optimize operations.

“Today, we have become a trusted and renowned player in the freight forwarding industry, serving clients across various sectors and facilitating international trade on a larger scale,” he adds.

Furthermore, Trident Freight Ltd has expanded its capabilities by acquiring a dedicated warehouse and container depot, thus offering additional value-added services to its customers. Lastly, they have diligently assembled a team of highly skilled professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional service.

Congratulations to Trident Freight Ltd on completing 3 decades in the industry!

 

 

 

A military shipment of state-of-the-art naval inertial navigation system moved by Conqueror Sialkot

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The shipment consisted of Marins M3 which helps to meet the demands of the navy by enabling stealth autonomous navigation for submarines

Military & Strategic INS - Teknik Movers,

Teknik Movers, Conqueror member in Sialkot, Pakistan, recently handled a sensitive shipment consisting of Marins M3 naval inertial navigation systems. They moved the cargo via air freight from Karachi to Paris. Additionally, the cargo is designed to meet the demands of the navy for the highest-performance INS (inertial navigation system).

Mr. Arif Nadeem Mohammed, the CEO of Teknik Movers explains that the cargo offers advanced capabilities for stealth autonomous navigation in submarines by delivering precise measurements of heading, roll, pitch, speed, and position. Moreover, apart from catering to the specific requirements of submarines, it also addresses the navigation needs of advanced naval surface vessels.

“This task required securing extensive clearance from the Naval Office/Depots, embarkation department and carrier clearance. Nevertheless, we managed to clear the cargo securely, following which we did the handover to the airline in a planned move to reduce any delay,” adds Mr Mohammed.

Lastly, every aspect of this shipment required extended documentation that has been successfully handled by their team and they securely forwarded the cargo to the final destination.

Congratulations to Conqueror Sialkot for the seamless transportation of this sensitive cargo!

 

Conqueror Venice and Genoa turns 15

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During these years, Sev Stante Overseas has considerably increased their annual turnover to reach 48 million euros

Sev Stante-CQR Venice anniversary
Sev Stante-CQR Venice anniversary

 

Sev Stante Overseas, Conqueror member in Venice and Genoa, Italy, has recently celebrated their 15th Anniversary. On the occasion of this special event they organized a party with all their team members and a mentalist as a special guest.

Moreover, since the inception of their operations they have grown their organization substantially and increased their annual turnover. Presently, their yearly turnover stands at 48 million Euros.

In the words of Riccardo Stocco, Managing Director of Sev Stante Overseas, “We started our journey in 2008 and, since then, we have succeeded in becoming one of the most active independent players in the international forwarding and logistics market.

Today we have offices in several cities, four domestic warehouses, one bonded warehouse and a team of 62 trained and proficient employees… We are ready for the future and whatever challenges it might bring!”

A very happy 15th Anniversary to Conqueror Venice/Genoa and all the best for their future projects!

 

 

130 000 MTS of copper concentrate successfully moved by Conqueror Varna

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The cargo of copper concentrate came from Australia, Colombia, Peru, Serbia, and Romania

Trident Freight Ltd, Conqueror member in Varna, Bulgaria, successfully transported a cargo consisting of 130,000 MTS of copper concentrate. The cargo came from different places, but mostly from Australia, Colombia, Peru, Serbia, and Romania.

The process of shipping the freight posed considerable complexity and challenges and “involved the use of bulk vessels, containers, trains, trucks, ports, warehouses, and surveyors,” says Vladimir Demirov from the Sales Department of Trident Freight Ltd. He explains that the most complicated aspect of the task was coordination between them and finalizing the multi-modal operators.

“All these processes and the occasional stressful situations gave our team the self-confidence needed to improve ourselves every day to solve all issues and accomplish the most important task to satisfy the client’s needs,” he adds.

Trident’s team consistently bypassed the difficulties and challenges posed by the moisture in the cargo during the winter season.

Congratulations to Trident Freight Ltd and all the best for their upcoming projects!

 

Conqueror’s media partner Cargofive Raises €1.8M in funding round to accelerate the digital transformation of freight forwarders

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This funding will enable them to continue improving their product, invest more in marketing and sales, double their team size, and expand their operations in Europe and beyond

Cargofive, a partner of Conqueror Freight Network, has successfully raised €1.8M in a funding round aimed at expediting the digital revolution within the freight forwarding industry. This funding will be instrumental in driving the transformation of freight forwarders and facilitating their transition into the digital era.

Conqueror's media partner Cargofive
Cargofive

The freight forwarding industry forms the backbone of global trade and the world economy, underpinning the transportation of goods  consumed daily across the globe. Yet, despite its immense scale, a significant portion of the process involved in moving cargo from point A to point B remains offline. Freight forwarders still rely on antiquated procedures to secure the best prices and schedules for goods transportation. This often involves sorting through spreadsheets, PDFs, a deluge of emails, and multiple websites with non-standardized data. Additionally, these manual processes are time-intensive, often requiring hours or even days to complete.

Cargofive steps into this landscape with a mission to modernize and streamline these processes. Leveraging advanced technology, the platform facilitates the quick identification of optimal routes and competitive prices, and generates customer quotations with just a few clicks. In addition, by digitizing and automating these traditionally manual processes, Cargofive effectively reduces time-intensive tasks to mere minutes.

Sebastian Cazajus CEO and Co-Founder of Cargofive said about the industry’s current landscape:  “International shipping has remained largely offline until recent years, causing products to cost more and arrive later than needed. We launched Cargofive to transform this reality, aiming to simplify how freight forwarders operate, and make them quicker and more cost-effective.”

The funding round was led by venture capital firms Lince Capital and Shilling, with participation from angel investors and funds from the European Union (PRR) as part of the Nexus project. The digitalization of the logistics industry is inevitable as the market demands faster and more efficient processes than before. Visionary companies will be the only ones prepared for global challenges within the industry in the short and long term. This investment is proof that the market trusts in the success of Cargofive and its potential to position itself as a key player in the digitalization of freight forwarders’ business processes.

Conqueror FreightViewer participates in the Container Shipping Conference 2023

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The seminar hosted by PTN Events brought together digital innovators in next-generation technologies

Andrea Martin -Conqueror’s FreightViewer Coordinator, took part as a speaker in the Container Shipping Conference celebrated online on 30th– 31st May, presenting the topic “The importance of a digital strategy for freight forwarders”. Conqueror’s FreightViewer Department chose this topic with the aim of exposing the need of establishing new strategies and procedures to cope with disruptive changes in Industry 4.0. Andrea Martin tackled three points: the impact of Industry 4.0 in the logistics industry, how to find a place in this new industry based on a digital strategy and the challenges this process may come with.

Container Shipping conference
Container Shipping conference

 

During her speech, Andrea Martin highlighted the importance of developing a digital strategy within the logistics business to cope with the technological changes in the industry. In addition, she pointed out how FreightViewer helps members to implement digitization, underlining the two most important advantages the platform has – connectivity between members and the ability to be online. Lastly, Martin finalized her participation talking about all the challenges this process will come with.

The Container Shipping Conference assembled several experts to explore insightful topics on container optimization and platform collaboration, causes and impacts of port congestion, accelerating digitalization, investment scenario and solutions for improving efficiency. The conference brought together global container shipping professionals to understand and discuss international market issues and technical challenges. It enabled attendees to gain insights from the best leaders of the industry and get to know new approaches to improve their knowledge in the future tools and tactics from the sector.

In the words of Antonio Torres, CEO and Founder of Conqueror Freight Network, “We are always keen on participating in conferences which bring out the digital innovations in the industry. It helps both our members and us to be informed about the latest developments in logistics sector. Plus, it gives our member-exclusive transport management software, FreightViewer, a place in a new digitized era where establishing a digital strategy becomes no longer optional but mandatory for freight forwarders. We thank PTN Events for this invitation, it has been a pleasure for us.”