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More than 190 leading logistics providers worldwide confirmed to exhibit in 418 exhibition booths, covering every angle of the logistics industry, including logistics products, machinery, equipment, logistics services, software and information technology, education institutes and Government State Enterprises, at the 7th International Logistics Fair 2010 (TILOG 2010), to be held on October 7-11, 2010 at Hall 101-102, BITEC Bangna, Bangkok.
Mrs. Nuntawan Sakuntanaga, Director-General of the Department of Export Promotion (DEP) Thailand, revealed that visiting TILOG 2010 will undoubtedly provide a beneficial opportunity for the entrepreneurs who want to save their logistics cost and time can seek for suitable services from professional service providers at this event, while exporters and manufacturers in logistics industry to see the innovative logistics management and technology exhibited at the show, establish trade ties and expand business cooperation.
Moreover, DEP has also invited members of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Association (FIATA), who attend the FIATA World Congress in Bangkok, to visit and join the Business Matching activities in TILOG 2010. Currently, FIATA has more than 40,000 members of leading freight forwarding companies in 150 countries worldwide.
Mr. Suwit Ratanachinda, President of Thai International Freight Forwarders Association (TIFFA), said that TILOG 2010 is expected to be an important arena for networking among logistics service provider and users across the Southeast Asia region and beyond and business matching between Thai and International entrepreneurs.
As the host of FIATA World Congress in Bangkok this year, DEP and TIFFA have prepared the memorable event for the members of FIATA during staying in Bangkok, including: the Speech by Mr. Alongkorn Ponlaboot, Deputy Minister of Commerce together with the Top Officers from the Government Sectors; the Lecture about the export management and challenge of logistics business in Thailand by top executive of DHL; and FIATA Gala Dinner with around 500-700 attendants.
Assoc. Prof. Phietoon Trivijitkasem (Ph.D.), Vice President, Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC), talked about the highlight of TILOG 2010 that this trade event will showcase not only state-of-the-art technology in transportation and logistics, but also the Green innovation for logistics, i.e., Green Logistics, Green Packaging, and energy-saving technology.
Source: PR Newswire
The Associated chamber of Commerce & Industry of India (Assocham) has suggested introduction of an unified body to develop India’s Logistic Master Plan and integrated road-map for implementation with a view to avoid multiplicity of agencies, both at the Centre and States level, in exercising their powers to regulate the industry – according to a statement released by the chamber. In a note submitted to the government, the chamber has stated that currently the Ports, Shipping and Maritime Logistics (PSML) are highly fragmented and affecting the growth to the extent of 2% of the GDP on account of logistics and transportation bottlenecks.
Stressing the need for economic, speedy safe and seamless flow of goods, the chamber President, Dr. Swati Piramal said, “Logistics cost in India is over 13% of its GDP making India uncompetitive at the international markets due to under-developed trade and poor logistics of the country.”
The chamber stated that about 90% of export-import cargo of the country, including that of its strategic cargoes is carried by foreign flag vessels. This puts the country in a precarious situation as bulk of our essential supplies like oil is carried on foreign flag vessels. This is a vulnerable position as there exists scope for leaving India’s strategic supplies at the risk of an abrupt stoppage in case of any eventuality.
Containerization of cargo requires efficient dry ports and multimodal transport for higher level of service at reduced costs. In India, at present, the prevalence of complicated, lengthy and cumbersome customs procedures are resulting in higher transaction costs. Additionally, practices like detention of goods trains at terminals due to various reasons such as rake formation, availability of locomotives, crew availability and train examination has been detrimental to foreign trade in India. The country is required to focus on this issue.
It has been observed that a variety of industries ranging from warehousing to power plants, steel mills, ship yards, chemical are being developed in the port back areas. Therefore, land acquisition and development of the available land have become most critical components of development of ports and shipping.
Referring the issue of distinction between major and non-major ports, the chamber note says “while the ports designated as the major ports come under the purview of Tariff Authority for Major Ports (TAMP), non major ports are not covered by TAMP. In view of the increased integration of constituents of PSML, a comprehensive policy needs to be formulated. Major policies drafted for the development of the sector are not only partial in coverage but also have got inconsistent objectives.
Globally there has been a growing trend in the port sector towards separation of port authority from port operator. This aspect need to be considered for meeting the demands of shipping and international trade. Port authority is increasingly getting focused on policy and regulatory role while a range of private port operators and port service providers are taking over a range of port related services. In contrast to the major ports, management of many of the minor ports like the ones developed on the Gujarat coast in India has taken care of this issue.
Assocham has further advocated addressing the host of taxes impending the growth of the industry. It says the number of services covered by service tax has gone up from 76 to 107, taking the effective service tax rate for the shipping business from 8 to 12.36%. The shipping companies have to pay service tax at the rate of 12.36% on various services rendered to them such as cargo handling, clearing and forwarding, general insurance, clearing and forwarding agent service, port services, repair and maintenance, steamer agents, storage and warehousing, survey, manpower recruitment and professional services.
Source: Construction Week
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Lt. Governor Walter Dalton’s North Carolina Logistics Task Force met in Wilmington Tuesday to hear from a variety of economic development and transportation experts.
They talked mostly about needs of the eastern region of the state.
The members of the Task Force are focusing on reviewing the state’s transportation system and identifying potential areas for improvement.
They are studying the relationship between commerce and infrastructure to develop the best movement of people, goods, and information throughout the state.
The mission of the Logistics Task Force is to ensure that North Carolina has the necessary foundation to remain competitive in the global economy.
Source: WECT
Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan (“Watchmen”) could be gained for the main role in the thriller “The Courier”. In it, he will be a courier, who specializes in illegal deliveries. His latest job brings him into trouble, because the receiver did not appear and he now is pursued across the country by police and criminals.
Let us hope that it does not happen on CHAKKR. But as long as it is fictitious: enjoy the story.