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Conqueror Freight Network’s 1st Virtual Meeting gets coverage from several logistics webzines

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Conqueror’s 1st Virtual Meeting conducted over their exclusive meeting platform ensured that members get to network and collaborate even amidst the pandemic

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The news of Conqueror’s 1st Virtual Meeting of freight forwarders which was attended by 75 members from more than 50 countries has been published a number of websites of the transportation and supply chain sector. The online conference of independent forwarders which took place on the 27th and 28th of October, allowed the members to  discuss new businesses, consolidate their relationships and prepare for concerted projects. The event has been covered by Actualidad Maritma y Portuaria, Veinte Pies, MLC-ITS and DC Velocity.

Actualidad Maritma y Portuaria is a digital diary of the logistics and maritime sector published from Spain. This web magazine is published by the students and professors of the IMBS (International Maritime Business School).

Veinte Pies is a renowned Spanish language digital magazine serving the informational needs of professionals in the logistics and supply chain industry. It provides a comprehensive coverage of all supply chain related topics.

DC Velocity is one of the pioneering multi-media magazines providing a substantial coverage of all aspects of the logistics industry.

MLC ITS is a website dedicated to the logistics, transportation, and supply chain industry in Spain and beyond.

The report published in the above mentioned shipping and maritime websites touches on the successful outcome of the meeting, and the way in which it allowed the members to pursue their networking activities in light of the absence of an in-person annual meeting like every year. The report also mentions the FreightViewer workshops held during the meeting when all the delegates were given an online demonstration of the latest features of Conqueror’s member-exclusive TMS.

To find out more about their coverage of our Virtual Meeting just click on the above links.

 

CQR Muscat/Sohar undertakes a project for the oil and gas drilling industry in Oman

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They recently transported a break-bulk cargo from Port Klang via open top flat rack containers to the consignee’s warehouse

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international logistics service provider

Vestal Shipping and Logistics LLC, Conqueror member in Muscat and Sohar, Oman, has recently handed the transportation of oil well drilling equipment and connecting pipe vessels from Port Klang to the consignee’s warehouse at Al Duqm Port, Oman. The cargo was moved in flat rack open top 40 HC containers.

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international logistics service provider

In the words of Raj Nair, the Director of Vestal Shipping, “We required special permission from the ministry for the movement of this OOG cargo. We were given a one-day permit and arranging the off-loading and delivery within such a short time was indeed an achievement! The pandemic also added to our challenges which were successfully overcome by our efficient operation team within a limited time.”

Congratulations to Vestal Shipping and Logistics and all the best for their upcoming projects!

First-ever Virtual Event held by Conqueror Freight Network yields a remarkable outcome

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Other than the one-to-one meetings among network members, there was also an online presentation of all the new updates and features of Conqueror’s member-exclusive TMS FreightViewer

Conqueror Freight Network, the largest exclusive network in the world, has organized its First Virtual Meeting on 27th and 28th October 2020. More than 2500 videoconferences were running during these two days when over 75 freight forwarders from more than 50 countries met on the cloud to close deals,  obtain sales leads, and strengthen business relationships.

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best freight forwarder network

The cloud conference was conducted via an exclusive user-friendly videoconferencing platform created by the IT department of Conqueror, which allowed for a seamless videoconferencing experience. The Virtual Meeting began with a speech from Antonio Torres after which the members started with the one-to-one videoconferences with existing and future partners to deliberate on the prospects of collaboration in the future.

“This is my fourth virtual meeting this year and this is by far the best platform. Congratulations to the Conqueror team. It is really working perfectly and the event has been very well organized, with a support team that’s always willing to assist,” stated a Conqueror member from Portugal.

The Virtual Meeting was a one of a kind opportunity for the network members to assemble on one platform at one time to engage in constructive business discussions with fellow members with the purpose of securing a constant flow of new business opportunities. As stated by Antonio Torres, the President and Founder of Conqueror Freight Network, “In the light of the present circumstances we were not able to hold our in-person meeting at Doha and had to arrange for an online meeting that provided our members with a unique opportunity to establish long-term relationships and allowed us to keep them posted with the latest developments within the network. Being on the cloud, it also eliminated all the obstacles to participation, and enabled the members to engage in productive communications, strengthen their partnership ties and secure new businesses.”

The 2 days of the virtual conference also included an online workshop where the members were acquainted with all the latest updates to Conqueror’s member-exclusive quotation generating software –FreightViewer. With more than twenty years of experience in the logistics industry, Mr. Torres rightly points out that, “Our industry has gone through a veritable revolution and presently the most competent logistics companies have already implemented a digital strategy that enables real-time cargo tracking, transparent invoicing, automated quote generation and much more. This is exactly why independent freight forwarders need an online tool like FreightViewer at their disposal which will allow them to compete with the multinationals on a more equal footing.”

CQR Panama City is in the process of finalizing the logistical operations of a photovoltaic project in Panama

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Since April 2019, they have been handling the movement of solar panels, special cables, transformers etc which were being imported from Asia, North America and Europe

Panama Soluciones Logisticas Int, Conqueror member in Panama City, Panama, is handling the last leg of a special project which commenced back in April 2019. They have transported over 2000 TEUs of cargo consisting of several items required for the photovoltaic plant which were flown in from Asia, Europe and North America to Panama. For this project, they coordinated with the shipping lines and airlines for transporting the containers and breakbulk units.

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international logistics

Other than logistics and transportation services, CQR Panama City also provided lifting and warehousing solutions to their client. The project necessitated the use of special heavy transport equipment with a capacity of up to 120 tons for land transportation. They also made use of a 500-ton crane for lifting and hoisting the shipment. The most challenging part of this project was the transportation and lifting of a 105-ton transformer of massive dimensions.

In the words of Luis Carlos Bustamante, the Manager of Panama Soluciones Logisticas, “The biggest challenge of this project was being able to create an efficient chain of communication for the proper management of the project. Delivery of 30 containers per day and handling the breakbulk shipments and air shipments within the budget and the deadline would not have been possible without the careful coordination among all the parties and the establishment of an adequate management and monitoring chain. I would request my partners to take a quick look at the video about our Project Cargo Division we have put together.”

Congratulations to Panama Soluciones Logisticas for successfully concluding this challenging project!

Conqueror’s 1st Virtual Meeting is all set to commence on the 27th of October

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With our impeccable IT support, the online meeting will be the most effective way for members to increase their business volume in 2020

This year Conqueror’s Annual Meeting will go on the cloud because of the pandemic. Even though we will not be able to get together in person like we usually do, our networking must go on and this is precisely why we have organized Conqueror’s 1st Virtual Meeting to be held from 27th to 28th October 2020.

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best freight forwarder network

Coming together on one platform at one time will allow our delegates to carry on with their networking activities and talk one-to-one with their partners for increased prospects of collaboration in the coming months.  The virtual face-to-face meetings which will consist of the core of the event will allow for productive engagement among members without jeopardizing their safety. Agents will be able to attend up to 32 one-to-one videoconferences (each of 15 minutes duration) with previously chosen partners at a convenient meeting time.

Apart from the one-to-ones, members will also be provided with a live demonstration of all the new features and developments of our member-exclusive TMS -FreightViewer. Our user-friendly meeting platform will ensure an uninterrupted videoconferencing experience as per the agenda of the delegates. In a time when the global economy has been hard hit because of the pandemic and the ensuing lockdown, it is all the more important for the small and mid-sized entrepreneurs to collaborate and nurture their businesses.

“Since an in-person meeting is out of the question in 2020 our team has worked tirelessly to create an unparalleled networking experience in the virtual format. Our 1st ever online meeting will not only help the members to save time and expenses but also create a highly productive networking experience in the safest possible manner,” says Conqueror founder Antonio Torres.

Come online to promote your business, get new projects, and cultivate a better working relationship with your partners!

Conqueror Manama moves a high-value project cargo with a net freight rate of $620,000

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The shipment which consisted of more than 87 containers was transported from the USA to Bahrain

Takhlees Shipping Agencies, Conqueror member in Manama, Bahrain, recently handled a special project shipment with over 87 containers which had a net cargo worth of $620,000. CQR Manama was in charge of various processes including all related packing and stuffing services. Because of the sheer size of this shipment, the process of loading at the port proved to be a demanding job.

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logistics business partner

“The shipment was moved with the help of 20 dry containers and one of the most challenging aspects of this project was to find a suitable vessel. This special project from the government has been a crucial shipment for us and will surely attract other important projects,” says Mr Abdulelah Alarabi, CEO of Takhlees Shipping Agencies.

Congratulations to Conqueror Manama and wishing them the very best for their future endeavours!

Conqueror Cairo safely delivers an out of gauge DDP shipment to the grounds of the client’s factory

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The cargo consisted of a new production line meant for manufacturing in the agricultural sector

MGL Cargo Services, Conqueror member in Cairo, Egypt, has recently moved an out of gauge cargo consisting of a new production line for agricultural manufacturing. The OOG shipment was moved in 2 x 40 flat rack containers and 1 x 40 high cube container. “Loading and unloading a cargo of this size was definitely a considerable challenge which  was easily surpassed by our skilled and experienced workforce. Moreover, placing each machine in its right place required much care and attention on our part,” says Mr. Wassim Magdy, the Managing Director of MGL Cargo Services.

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Logistics Industry

CQR Cairo took care of many vital aspects of shipping as obtaining documentation, LC monitoring, company issuance, customs clearance at Alexandria Port, on-carriage to the factory site, loading/unloading, and more. Mr. Magdy further states, “The pandemic situation also posed a few obstacles regardless of which all the operations were concluded impeccably. The credit goes to our dedicated employees who have been working tirelessly even in the hardest of times.”

Congratulations to MGL Cargo Services for a job well executed!

Conqueror Manama relocated to a new bedecked office space earlier this year

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The new office of Takhlees Shipping Agencies comes with a spectacular view of the ocean

Takhlees Shipping Agencies, Conqueror member in Manama, Bahrain, shifted to a brand new, well equipped office space in a beautiful location. “We believe that creativity and efficiency are largely dependent on the quality of the workspace and a nice office environment can have a positive impact on the output, and wellbeing of the employees. We were on the lookout for a new building for quite some time so as to provide our employees with a better and more comfortable working space.” says Mr Abdulelah Alarabi, CEO of Takhlees Shipping Agencies.

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international logistics

As one of the largest forwarders of the country with over a decade of experience, Takhlees firmly believes that the office space shapes the company culture and they think that a pleasant work environment fosters creative solutions that are very important in this industry. “The new office atmosphere is very relaxing and the magnificent ocean view keeps our staff motivated and happy.” adds Mr. Alarabi.

Congratulations to Takhlees Shipping Agencies and all the best for their future projects!

CQR Bangkok confronts the global pandemic by sending out over 600 tons of PPE

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In the last few months, they have moved over 120,000 boxes of cargo to Europe, North America and several Asian countries

Trans Air Cargo, Conqueror member in Bangkok, Thailand, has transported more than 120,000 boxes of PPE totalling over 600 tons. The shipments were mostly consigned to UK, several countries in the EU, USA, and some Asian destinations. According to Mr. Keree Chaichanavong, the Managing Director of Trans Air Cargo, “Presently there is a high demand for nitrile gloves, facial masks and medical supplies shipment. Thailand being one of the key rubber producers in the world, we are trying our best to get these items delivered to countries where it is most required.”

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independent freight agent

They are closely working with the airlines and utilizing the cabin load on the passenger aircrafts in addition to the regular cargo space whenever possible in order to serve the demands of their customers. To this end, they have teamed up with several carriers including AF, KLM, Finnair, Swiss Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines.

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independent freight agent

It has been a difficult time as we are all facing the COVID-19 pandemic situation for the last few months. The available capacity is very limited on almost all the carriers while the rates are skyrocketing and flight schedules are unstable and mostly at short notice. I appreciate the perseverance of our entire team which has managed to get this important job done almost seamlessly.” adds Mr. Chaichanavong. Presently CQR Bangkok is working on another 3 flights with PPE shipments to UK.

Congratulations to Trans Air Cargo and all the best for their future endeavours!

Conqueror Delhi charters a flight to Almaty for moving a shipment of life-saving pharmaceuticals

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They also recently moved two full flight load shipments consisting of medical supplies from Delhi to Riyadh

Three Aces Global Logistics Pvt. Ltd, Conqueror member in New Delhi, India, just completed moving a 30 MT cargo of live saving pharmaceuticals from New Delhi to Almaty, Kazakhstan. They chartered a flight by Air Astana to move this time-critical shipment.

In the words of Pankaj Agarwal, the Director of Three Aces Global Logistics, “We were in charge of various aspects of the shipment including local logistics, labelling, and transporting the cargo from the warehouse to the airport. The most challenging part of the shipment was undoubtedly the process of labelling of 5000 cartons within the handover deadline. We recommend the members have a look a the below videos to get an idea.”

Video 1                                                                                                                 Video 2

CQR Delhi also recently chartered two planes from Saudi Arabia Airlines to send out pharmaceuticals from Delhi to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Each of these flights carried 19 MT of cargo. “We have been handling pharmaceutical goods and medical supplies on a regular basis throughout the pandemic. Our team has all the knowledge and expertise needed for the safely handling of pharmaceutical shipments and we are proud to play our part in the fight against the Coronavirus.” adds Mr. Agarwal.

Congratulations to Three Aces Global for the successful execution of these commendable projects!