Gulftainer

Gulftainer and VertomCory to create strategic shipping joint venture

Gulftainer, a global operator of ports and terminals, and VertomCory, a port agency servicing the shipping and logistics sector, announced their plans to establish a strategic joint venture in the Middle East and the United States.

The joint venture will offer a comprehensive range of services, including vessel and port agency, customs clearance, logistics, offshore supply, consumables, bunkering, ship-to-shore equipment, and diving services.

Additionally, it will provide insurance, husbandry,...

https://container-news.com/gulftainer-and-vertomcory-to-create-strategic-shipping-joint-venture/

Gulftainer strengthens ties with South China’s freight forwarders

Global port operator Gulftainer met with key traders and freight forwarders in Shenzhen on 22 September 2024, during the China (Shenzhen) International Logistics and Supply Chain Fair (CILF).

Attendees included the Shenzhen International Freight Forwarders Association members and the Qingdao Logistics Network.

“Gulftainer has extensive experience working closely with trading and freight forwarding companies,” stated Zina S, General Manager of Shipping Lines at Gulftainer, who delivered the...

https://container-news.com/gulftainer-strengthens-ties-with-south-chinas-freight-forwarders/

House of Shipping, new strategic marketing and communications partner for Gulftainer

House of Shipping, a provider of business consultancy and advisory services in the maritime, shipping, and logistics industries, has announced an agreement with Gulftainer, an operator of regional ports and terminals, known for its customized supply chain and logistics solutions.

“House of Shipping’s track record in maritime marketing is impressive, and we are confident that their expertise will help us amplify our message and connect with our stakeholders more effectively. This collaboration...

https://container-news.com/house-of-shipping-new-strategic-marketing-and-communications-partner-for-gulftainer/

Gulftainer welcomes first Ro-Ro vessel at Jubail Container Terminal

Gulftainer’s KSA subsidiary, Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company (GSCCO), announced the arrival of the first Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) cargo vessel, Grande Dakar, at Jubail Container Terminal.

This operation, which saw the seamless discharge of 287 buses with remarkably swift turnover time, showcases GSCCO’s long-standing expertise and commitment to driving efficiency in cargo handling operations.

The successful handling of Grande Dakar at Jubail Container Terminal underscores GSCCO’s capability...

https://container-news.com/gulftainer-welcomes-first-ro-ro-vessel-at-jubail-container-terminal/

Gulftainer facilitates successful rail cargo operation from Al Jubail to Al Riyadh

Gulftainer, a major operator of regional ports and terminals, celebrated a significant achievement in its logistics operations in Saudi Arabia.

Through its subsidiary, Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company (GSCCO), Gulftainer efficiently managed a seamless rail cargo operation from Al Jubail to Al Riyadh.

The operation involved the handling of 59 full import containers from the vessel MSC Danit. These containers were expertly offloaded and processed on Friday, with departure scheduled for the...

https://container-news.com/gulftainer-facilitates-successful-rail-cargo-operation-from-al-jubail-to-al-riyadh/

Gulftainer digitalizes operations and business procedures

United Arab Emirates-based port operator Gulftainer has declared its intention to shift its core ERP to the cloud.

The company will be adopting RISE with SAP and S/4HANA to enhance its global and regional operations, aligning with its broader digital transformation roadmap.

As part of their extended collaboration, Peter Richards, CEO of Gulftainer, met with Marwan Zeineddine, managing director at SAP UAE, during COP28 at Expo City Dubai. Senior representatives from both organizations, including...

https://container-news.com/gulftainer-digitalizes-operations-and-business-procedures/

Gulftainer extends concession deals for two UAE box terminals

Gulftainer, a regional port and terminal operator and provider of supply chain and logistics solutions, has extended its concession agreements with the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority for another 35 years, reinforcing the shared mission of transforming the UAE’s supply chain and logistics industry at Sharjah Container Terminal and Khorfakkan Container Terminal in the Northern Emirates.

Gulftainer will manage, operate and expand Sharjah Container Terminal (SCT) and Khorfakkan...

https://container-news.com/gulftainer-extends-concession-deals-for-two-uae-box-terminals/

Gulftainer strengthens ties with freight forwarders in South China

Gulftainer held a significant meeting with key traders and freight forwarders in Shenzhen, China reinforcing its desire to strengthen trade and logistics ties with South China’s dynamic freight forwarding community.

The Shenzhen International Freight Forwarders Association and the Qingdao Logistics Network attended the meeting, which introduced them to Gulftainer’s value proposition in its flagship trade gateways in the Northern Emirates of the country, Sharjah Container Terminal (SCT) and...

https://container-news.com/gulftainer-strengthens-ties-with-freight-forwarders-in-south-china/

Gulftainer ‘on course for major growth’

Gulftainer reported Wednesday its bulk cargo volumes in the United States are up 57% year over year.

Gulftainer is a privately owned port management and logistics company headquartered in the United Arab Emirates. It operates U.S. terminals in Wilmington, Delaware, and Port Canaveral, Florida.

Gulftainer cited the Port of Wilmington terminal, as well as one in Khor Fakkan, UAE, as examples of where significant growth had occurred over the past year. 

“Successfully leveraging its multiple ports...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/gulftainer-on-course-for-major-growth

10 supply chain startups compete at Future of Ports 2021

• Highly disruptive startups to showcase groundbreaking IoT, AI and autonomous drones, big data and advanced analytics, and blockchain solutions that could redefine the ports and logistics sector.

• Top five startups will win cash prizes and the opportunity to explore the deployment or co-development of their technology with Gulftainer.

• Future of Ports Startup Challenge evaluated more than 2,000 startups from over 200 cities with the aim to short-list 250 technologies set to lead the...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/10-supply-chain-startups-compete-at-future-of-ports-2021

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