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Issue 14, Winter 2012
Approaching 130 years
– our history as a
Bridge to the Future
New opportunities in
Southern Europe for
Tschudi Logistics
Tschudi Ship Management
BREAKING ICE
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Dear Friends and Colleagues!
Contents
Publisher:
Tschudi Shipping Company AS
Strandveien 50. N-1366 Lysaker, Norway
Telephone +47 67 11 98 80
www.tschudishipping.com
Tschudi Shipping Company will in 2013 turn 130 years of age.
The goal is to get even older while still remaining young!
Reaching 130 years is quite an achievement for any company
and even more so for a shipping company. The ever changing
pulse of the economy and the cyclicality of the markets chal-
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lenge us every day. Living in cyclical markets holds quite a
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potential, but it also holds many threats and pitfalls that must
be avoided. In these markets the values of assets, ships in our
case, will fluctuate enormously and wealth can be gained and
also lost over short periods of time. As shipowners we will always be faced with the fact that over time there will be more
than enough ship building capacity in the world, even if, during
certain short periods during boom cycles, new building prices
soar based on a short term lack of berths while expectations
are positive based on extrapolations. Hence, we see the heavy
fluctuations in values where even quality ships lose most of
their value over night despite the fact that there has been limited
Our Values:
Proactivity
Commitment
Respect
Our Vision:
Creating Value by
Daring to be Different
Cover photo:
Ob River / Dynagas
Editorial3
Port of Drammen
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Offshore at last
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technical development. In this scenario the value of quality
worthwhile the price charged must be higher than the cost in
people becomes even more evident. In challenging times we
producing the service and the value to our clients must again be
learn to appreciate ability and quality in people. We learn to
higher than the cost. That can only be achieved if we remain
appreciate it in our colleagues, customers and clients, suppliers,
loyal to our values:
bankers, service providers and not the least in our friends. We
Commitment
don’t only thrive better with quality people, but in challenging
Proactivity
times we are totally dependent on them.
Respect
In this issue of the Tschudi Tribune we have some clear
and employ them so that we follow our vision of “Creating value
references to our history and how we return to some old paths
by daring to be different”. That will bring us into the future as a
and places where we have been before. On the next page you will
trustworthy business partner for four generations and add many
see a picture of the Tschudi funnel mark visible on a Tschudi &
more years to our already long and interesting history.
Welcome on board Mark
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Breaking the ice
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Opportunities for Kirkenes
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Dedicated work by all parties
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New routes to Southern Europe
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Eitzen vessel calling in Drammen around 1900. Our container
Historical first for LNG Industry
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line, Tschudi Lines, is now again calling the port of Drammen
To all our colleagues and friends we wish all the very best and
The Arctic on Global Agenda 24
on a regular basis but we don’t do that as a tribute to history.
the best of luck and good health in 2013 – our 130th year.
Creating a good moment
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We call Drammen because the port of Drammen has put effort
Moving together in the same direction
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into being a part of our future. This effort is a precondition for
Tschudi all the way
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us to be in a position to offer the services our customers need
Using the logistics chain
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and require.
Assisting new super aircraft carriers
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News from Norway
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tory. We are, however, even more dedicated to our future, which
News from Latvia
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is totally dependent on remaining the preferred business partner
News from England
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for our clients. We don’t expect to get and be able to keep
News from The Netherlands
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anybody’s business just because we are the cheapest. We are
News from Sea
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a relatively small company in a globalised world and we will
Several worthy causes
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only be able to keep our customers’ support if we are better
New faces
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than the competition over all. As a logistics services provider
Where to find your colleagues
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we must deliver the best quality and the best solutions, and
Kind regards
As mentioned, we are proud of and dedicated to our his-
Felix H. Tschudi Jon Edvard Sundnes
ChairmanCEO
we must charge what it costs. In order to make the business
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Activity on
Tschudi steam
ship Drammen
approx 1900
“The Tschudi funnel mark
was clearly visible in the
Port of Drammen back
in the 1900s”
PORT of
Drammen
in 1896 and named SS “Uto” after a Swiss mountain. This ship
was employed with cattle transportation between the West
Indies and the east coast of America.
This was so successful that a second ship was ordered
and again money was raised in Switzerland. The next ship was
delivered in 1897 and named “Albis” after another Swiss
mountain.
Photo: “Unknown Photograph” – Jo Sellæg Collection
During the next 10 years, 8 similar steamships were ordered
and built in Norway, - “Calanda”, “Selun”, “Sentis”, “Kamor”,
“Falknis”, “Eiger” and “Titlis”. The last one “Gotthard” was
T h at wa s t h e n …
delivered in 1906.
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
respect for the Swiss investors. Another sign of respect was
The tradition of Swiss names was maintained as a sign of
the funnel mark on the vessels, this being based on the City of
Tschudi Lines has used the Port of Drammen since 2007 but
It is not possible to see the name of the vessel but the photo
Tschudi & Eitzen foresaw this transition as an interesting and
Zurich coat of arms combined with the Norwegian colours.
strangely enough the Tschudi funnel mark was clearly visible in
indicates that the era is early 1900s. This was an interesting
prosperous activity and decided that future focus should be
This is the funnel mark we recognise on all the current Tschudi
Port of Drammen already back in the early 1900s. Today, a photo
time for both the shipping industry and Tschudi & Eitzen with
on steamships. Greater financial investments were required
vessels.
of this steamship hangs in the Maritim Storstue in Port of
the major transition from sailing to steamship having taken
and Henry Tschudi (Felix Tschudi’s great grandfather) travelled
Drammen. The Maritim Storstue is a museum which depicts
place in the late 1800s. Also during the late 1800s Port of
to his native Switzerland to seek investors.
and one task was the transportation of Chinese workers, the
the exciting maritime history Drammen has to offer and pre-
Drammen upgraded and modernized their port facilities to
In 1895 he succeeded and money was raised to finance
“coolies”, from Hainan to Malaysia. When not transporting
sents the importance of Drammen for present and future port
meet the increased demand from local industries.
the construction of a new 2,000 dwt steamship, so called
“coolies”, one of the ships has obviously been in Port of Drammen
“tweendecker”, to be built in Norway. This ship was delivered
and the activity captured by an interested onlooker.
related business.
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For most of the time, the ships operated in Chinese waters
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PORT OF DRAMMEN
Tschudi is keeping up traditions in Port of Drammen.
Participants at the Short Sea Road Show. From left Morten Pettersen, Tschudi Lines North Sea, Eskil Ødegaard, Tschudi Logistics
Holding and Thomas Arbø, Ths. Arbø Høeg AS.
… and this is now
During the past months, it has been a pleasure to read the
Sea transport is definitely a relevant and environmentally friendly
Participating in Larvik and Drammen, Line Manager, Morten
from road to sea. This is encouraging news for both Tschudi
positive media coverage of Tschudi Logistics. Both Port of
option option for those who are looking for efficient and cost
Pettersen promoted the Tschudi Lines’ services and highlighted
Logistics and Drammen Port.
Drammen and Toyota Logistics Services Norway AS are prais-
effective transportation. Transport and logistics is all about
the clear advantages of short sea transport. Particular focus
ing their services. Port of Drammen even contributes their cur-
customization - unique logistics challenges require tailor-made
was on short sea being a cheap, flexible, reliable and environ-
experienced a tremendous growth. 2011 was a record year for
rent status as one of the most important Norwegian container
services.
mentally friendly alternative to road transport.
Drammen with over 700 000 tons cargo passing in and out of
ports to Tschudi Logistics. Well done to all involved.
the Port. Drammen Port is pleased to give Tschudi Lines the
The Short Sea Road Show campaign promoted how
The Tschudi Lines North Sea service leaves Rotterdam
Feedback from the recent Short Sea Road Show campaign
transportation of goods to and from the Norwegian cities and
Saturday evening to arrive in Drammen Sunday evening. After
(Choose the seaway) shows that today’s volumes could be
Europe can be optimized. From May to October 2012, the road
efficient discharging, all containers are ready for delivery in Oslo
doubled, indicating a great potential for the short sea container
show travelled along the coast of Norway spreading the word.
first thing on Monday morning – not bad at all.
market. Cargo owners who are currently not using short sea
More than 1400 people attended 17 events and listened to a
shipping seem eager to use this in the future.
total of 193 speeches.
tered that four million tons of cargo could potentially be moved
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Over the past six years Port of Drammen has already
honour for having boosted the port to this level.
During this 6 month campaign period, it was also regis-
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Offshore at last
“ W e h a v e a n o c e a n o f o p p o r t u n i t i e s - S n ø H v i t, G o l i a t a n d
p o s s i b ly o t h e r p o t e n t i a l f u t u r e o i l a n d g a s r e s e r v e s , i n
o u r n e i g h b o r h o o d . S k j e r v ø y h a s a s t r at e g i c p o s i t i o n . ”
W h e n i n t e r v i e w e d i n 2 0 0 9 , Y n g va r H a n s e n , G e n e r a l M a n a g e r
o f B o r e a l O f f s h o r e , w a s c l e a r ly o p t i m i s t i c .
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
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As the name suggests, Boreal Offshore’s ambition has always
already next year. The aim is to employ personnel in northern
been the offshore sector. Now three years later opportunities
Norway and Boreal Offshore is already benefiting from this.
have materialized and Boreal Offshore is finally going “offshore”
and can live up to its name.
Clean Seas Association for Operating Companies (NOFO) to
Boreal Offshore has been awarded a contract related to
participate in oil spill contingency operations for the Goliat field.
the Goliat field in the Barents Sea. Goliat will be the first oilfield
Boreal Offshore’s new fish farm support vessel “M/S Tor Geir”
to come into production in the Norwegian sector of the Barents
will assist in these operations.
Sea and represents an important step for Boreal Offshore and
of course the oil and gas industry in northern Norway. Eni
have prepared an oil spill contingency plan based on the latest
Norge is the operator of the field (65 %) with Statoil as its partner
technologies and with a new team of vessels. For the first time
(35 %). It is anticipated that Goliat will produce 170 million bar-
the coastal fishing fleet will be permanently involved as part of
rels of oil over a period of 15 years. Production will commence
Norwegian oil spill preparedness. New contingency depots
Boreal Offshore has been awarded a contract with Norwegian
Eni Norge and Statoil, in close cooperation with NOFO,
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Boreal
Offshore:
• Boreal Offshore part of the Tschudi Group since 2006
• Located in Skjervøy, North Troms, Norway. Prime situation for offshore development
• One of the main employers
in the region
• Contracts personnel to
offshore and mining industries in Northern Norway
• Received the “Gazelle
Company 2010” business award
Exciting opportunities for Skjervøy´s next generation.
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will be established and new methods of coastal protection will
be introduced. If called out, “Tor Geir” will collect the necessary
oil boom equipment from the contingency depot at Hammerfest.
In order to mark their debut to the offshore sector and to
highlight this enormous potential in the northern regions, Boreal
Offshore and the Skjervøy Municipality invited local politicians,
oil companies and high school pupils to the seminar “North
Troms towards the Barents Sea – we have lots to offer”. Representatives from oil companies involved presented the latest
developments on the Goliat field and the career opportunities
opening up for the local community.
The seminar was followed by the official christening of “Tor
Geir” in the Skjervøy harbour. During the christening ceremony,
Godmother, Celia Lindqvist from Tschudi Shipping Company
officially named the vessel with a traditional champagne bottle
launch. This was followed by a maiden voyage for prominent
guests.
Vessels in northern Norway have traditionally been given
masculine names and this new vessel is no exception. At the
request of Boreal Offshore employees “Tor Geir” has been
named after Tor Geir Nilsen, a well-known and experienced
boat builder from Skjervøy.
We wish “Tor Geir” and his crew good luck on all voyages
and success in its first offshore assignment.
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Welcome
on board Mark
In our previous Tribune, we introduced and welcomed
M a r k d e J o n g e a s o u r n e w M a n a g i n g D i r e c t o r o f ITC . W e
a r e v e r y p l e a s e d t o h av e M a r k “ o n b o a r d ” a n d w i t h h i s
e x p e r i e n c e , w e a r e c o n f i d e n t t h at h e w i l l m a i n ta i n a n d
e x p a n d t h e l o n g s t a n d i n g q u a l i t y s e r v i c e s ITC h a s
o f f e r e d t h e m a r i n e i n d u s t r y. C e l i a L i n d q v i s t h a s r e c e n t ly
interviewed Mark about his new position.
ITC was started in 1973 and since 2003, has been a wholly
within the Ministry of Defense. I had a wonderful time in the
owned subsidiary in the Tschudi Group. ITC’s relationship
navy as professional officer but when a call came if I was inter-
with Tschudi Shipping Company actually dates back to the
ested to join SMIT (a world known international towing, heavy
establishment in 1973. Now 40 years later, ITC will continue its
lift, transport and salvage company), I knew it was time to
business activities under the new name of Tschudi Offshore &
change course (2006).
Towage. This name change will take place on the 1st January
2013. Going forward we foresee that Tschudi Offshore & Towage
cess orientated, in commercial maritime industry it was the
will play an increasingly important role in supporting other Group
opposite making the maritime commercial industry seem old
activities with particular emphasis on the Northern Regions, the
fashioned. If I had to do it all over again, I certainly would join
Baltic and Russia.
the navy again as a start to my career.
It is naturally a great pleasure to welcome ITC to the
Although the navy might seem bureaucratic and very pro-
Within SMIT I became responsible for the worldwide
“Tschudi” brand and in this connection we have conducted a
vessel management (technical, crewing, procurement, logistics
short interview with Mark de Jonge.
and safety). That means close to 400 vessels and three main
offices where this management was performed; Rotterdam,
Mark was visiting Sydvaranger Gruve
and came up with ideas for new business
opportunities.
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Which path has your career taken before joining Tschudi?
Cape Town and Singapore. A change from the navy and very
My professional career started in the Royal Netherlands Navy.
exciting. I could still use my past experiences and I soon
After high school I attended the Royal Netherlands Naval
discovered the change was not that big. Although the navy
Academy (1983) and after 3 years commissioned as technical
might seem too bureaucratic and very process orientated, in
officer within the Dutch submarine service. I sailed on various
commercial maritime industry it was the opposite making the
seagoing submarines for almost 15 years before joining the
current maritime commercial industry seem old fashioned.
submarine squadron in various support functions like in
After several years in SMIT I had the opportunity to become
operations, crewing, logistics, procurement and technical. Also
Managing Director of SMIT harbor towage Rotterdam, the crown
I was able to gain experience in accounting and strategic plan-
jewel of SMIT. Again a new opportunity and to be closer to the
ning when I was stationed in the USA and when employed
commercial market. At that time SMIT was taken over by
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transparent, open and fair. Communicate not only via email but
talk to them in person or as a group. For instance I initiated “All
hands on deck sessions” in the office where every two/three
months I gather everyone in the meeting room and inform them
where we as a company are also where we are heading, making them part on the way ahead, creating buy in for our values
and strategy. These sessions are put down in writing and distributed to all vessels and crew on leave as an internal memo.
Also I aim to visit every ship twice a year making sure I meet all
crew, giving me the opportunity the explain in person but more
important listen to feedback and questions. Communication is
both ways. Managers are always good in telling, but we need
to listen as well.
One of the Tschudi Core Values is “Proactive” – the ability to
be proactive provides a clear advantage in the workplace.
How will you as Managing Director apply a proactive
With Tschudi Offshore
& Towage, the Tschudi
Group shows commitment,
not only to our people
but also to the market;
our current and potential
clients.
approach to the market and towards your customers?
When joining Tschudi and being MD of ITC, I witnessed that
“I immediately noticed the positive drive and high
commitment to the company and especially to the
people in the company.”
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within ITC we could be better aligned with Tschudi. Not only in
and enthusiasm to reach it and more important to motivate my
name but also in processes, systems, organization and mar-
people to share this ambition. A group of people all aligned
keting. When traveling and meeting potential clients I was
aiming to create something new is the best thing you can wish
surprised to learn that in West Europe, ITC was well known in
for. It is inspiring and highly motivating day in day out. Thinking
the offshore and towage world but Tschudi was not. When
out of the box is however the biggest challenge especially if
however traveling in Norway, the Baltic States and Russia, Tschudi
you have been working in the industry that long. Still ITC has
was well known but ITC not. To create the best playing field as
strong history in being the first in many things. The first to tow
a company, use the strength in the Tschudi Group, I thought it
an oilrig on top of a floating pontoon in 1973 as also the first
was essential to change the ITC name. With Tschudi Offshore
one to salvage the first casualty of the 1984 Gulf War. Being the
& Towage, the Tschudi Group shows commitment, not only to
first often means that you dare to do and dare to be different,
Boskalis, the world known international dredging company, and
dence in people. Both were essential when I made the choice
our people but also to the market; our current and potential
choose paths or ways others have not taken. Still of course
shortly after I was requested to lead the integration of vessel
to accept this new position. Since then I had the opportunity
clients. I will look for possible synergies between the many
using ample risk assessments. Built on that knowledge and
management between both companies, owning together
to visit Tschudi in Oslo several times as also the companies in
good business units in the Group, and when meeting clients
background, I’m sure Tschudi Offshore & Towage with our shore
almost 1100 vessels, making it the largest shipping company
Tallinn and Kirkenes. Everywhere the Tschudi people I meet
act as one and market not your own business but the total
and sea staff closely involved while also using the strength in
in Europe if you look at all vessels owned. A great project that
are very positive and enthusiastic about the company. I always
Tschudi business. Know your client well and not only what you
the Group can be taken to the next level.
also led to another project when the joint venture Lamnalco
say that a company is made by their people. Meet the people
can offer as a separate business unit but as a Group. Use also
(50% owned by Boskalis) incorporated the SMIT terminal
and you know the company. So my first impression was excel-
your colleagues in the other business units to be introduced to
Do you have any other thoughts around your new appoint-
division. Again I was involved in an integration project of a
lent and still is!
new potential customers. Tschudi Offshore & Towage will pur-
ment that you would like to share with us?
renewed joint venture called Smit Lamnalco, owning close to
sue alignment in the Tschudi group markets, meaning the high
Team approach and synergies. I mentioned this before but I do
180 terminal tugs. Later I was assigned as Board Member for
The Tschudi core values are Proactive, Commitment &
north where Tschudi is known but my business unit not that
think the Tschudi group has great potential now and in the future.
this new joint venture till I received a call for the position as MD
Respect. How will you as Managing Director encourage
much. I strive to find these opportunities, approach potential
By using team work across all business units but also for every-
for ITC.
your team, ashore and at sea, to share the same values
clients or investments that will contribute to other businesses
body in the company be aware what all our various business
and apply them in their daily work?
in the Group.
units can offer, we will create more business. At the same time
use the synergies in the offices on the front end but also in our
Tschudi Shipping Company is a family owned company
The values are all related to people behavior and that is exactly
dating back to 1883. As newly appointed Managing Director
the most important part in the company, our people. We may
The Group’s vision is “Creating value by daring to be different”.
back offices. The latter is essential to support all our endeav-
what are your first impressions of the Tschudi Group?
have many assets, from ships, trucks, containers, aggregates
This vision reflects what we are all striving for. It is a rather
ours. Then have our processes, systems and organizations
My first experience with Tschudi was when I met Felix Tschudi
etc, but the biggest asset is our people in the company. It is
challenging vision - do you however see it as inspiring and
aligned across the Group will create more time and focus on
and Jon Edvard Sundnes during the job interviews. I immedi-
also my responsibility to drive, coach and motivate my team
something you can relate to when bringing Tschudi Offshore
the commercial and operational issues. Don’t reinvent the wheel,
ately noticed the positive drive and high commitment to the
and encourage our values. Key in all this is communication.
& Towage to the next level?
also ask yourself what the Group has to offer or what is avail-
company and especially to the people in the company. The
Communicate with your people ashore and at sea. Inform them
I like to be challenged and I think people in general like to be
able. Ask your colleagues in all those business units first.
personal relationship is important in Tschudi as is also confi-
on regular basis the good but also the less good news. Be
as well. For me, how higher the bar is set the bigger my drive
Again, the people in Tschudi is our most important asset.
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Breaking
the ice
by Margus Raad, Tschudi Ship Management AS
On November 20th, it was with great pride and joy that Tschudi
Ship Management AS managed to break the ice and secure
and sign the technical and crew management agreement for
MSV Botnica with the Port of Tallinn. This was amid fierce
competition from five strong competitors including Tallink.
The Port of Tallinn acquired MSV Botnica in accordance
with the strategic interest of the Estonian State to maintain the
navigability of Estonian ports in the Gulf of Finland throughout
the icebreaking season. The Port will use MSV Botnica for providing icebreaking services according to a ten-year contract
signed with the Estonian Maritime Administration (EMA), the
party responsible for the task.
Estonia’s only current icebreaker Tarmo is nearly 50 years
old and resembles more and more a floating maritime museum.
MSV Botnica, a huge 6,370 gt combined icebreaker, tug and
supply vessel, is widely considered by the offshore industry to
be the most advanced state-of-the-art vessel of her type. She
was built at Aker Finnyards in Finland to Det Norske Veritas class
standards, and delivered in 1998 to the Finnish Maritime
Administration (FMA).
It is currently anticipated that MSV Botnica will be taken
over in Ravenna on November 27th 2012 and will arrive in
Estonia during the second half of December for the beginning
of the icebreaking service on January 2nd, 2013. This season
lasts until April 20th, 2013 and in the following years between
December 20th and April 20th. The Port will, according to the
contract, provide the EMA with the vessel and crew and this is
what TSM was chosen to perform, ensuring the technical conformity and readiness of the vessel and providing two sets of
competent crew to cover the ice-breaking season.
Particulars:
MSV Botnica is a multipurpose
icebreaker built in 1998 by Aker
Finnyards in Rauma, Finland. Her
ice class is ICE-10, length (LOA) is
97.3 and beam 24.3 metres. The
maximum speed of MSV Botnica is
16.5 knots in open water; she can
maintain a speed of 8 knots in ice
up to 80cm thickness. The maximum ice thickness in which MSV
Botnica is capable of maintaining
constant speed is 1.2 meters.
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We are happy that Tschudi Ship Management has been
trusted this asset by the Port of Tallinn and we at TSM will do
our utmost to maintain the vessel and utilize her to full capacity.
This management contract has created a spur of interest
in the Estonian media and has stirred up the maritime market,
the wake of which has enabled TSM crew managers to handpick the best seamen for the exciting task.
It is a unique opportunity for Tschudi Ship Management to
manage an icebreaker and the challenge is very welcomed.
Sources:
http://www.portoftallinn.com/news?art=271
http://www.ship-technology.com/projects/botnica/
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Opportunities for Kirkenes
D u r i n g h i s r e c e n t S t a t e V i s i t t o N o r w a y, t h e P r e s i d e n t o f
F i n l a n d M r S a u l i N i i n i s t ö c o mm e n t e d : “ I t m i g h t h a v e t a k e n
s o m e t i m e , b u t I c a n g u a r a n t e e y o u t h at w e a r e n o w w i d e
awake on Arctic issues”.
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
The timing of this State visit in October coincides with both
Norway and Finland facing a new “Arctic” era. Finnish industry
where infrastructure and logistics are the key to resource
is rapidly developing major deposits in the North and thus
development and the reason why Tschudi Shipping Company,
investigating new export routes in the Arctic.
as a shipping and logistics group, has had a particular focus on
the region for the past twenty years.
Development of the Arctic region and enhanced cooperation
In his speech, Tschudi referred to the Arctic as a region
Felix H. Tschudi is greeting His Majesty King Harald V of Norway.
between Finland and Norway were naturally key topics on the
agenda.
Finland’s large mineral and metal deposits is difficult due to a
Niinistö emphasized further that Norway and Finland
lack of infrastructure and logistics. The port of Kirkenes could
should recognize and exploit each other’s potentials. Norway
however play the role of the former Finnish port of Liinahamari
is Finland’s key partner in the Arctic.
in today’s Russian Pechenga region. Kirkenes could serve as
Finnish shipbuilders are keen to team up with the Norwegian
an opening for export of raw materials in large vessels both to
oil industry and miners in Finnish Lapland envisage a new rail-
the west and to the fast growing markets in the Far East via the
Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) has become one of the
way to be built to the Arctic coast.
shorter Northern Sea Route.
world’s most important meeting places for everyone in-
volved in the energy business. For over 30 years, this
Positive news and a step definitely in the right direction is
Tschudi commented further that development of Northern
Finland has already been introduced to the Northern Sea
T s c h u d i p r e s e n t at o n e o f t h e w o r l d ’ s
leading energy exhibitions
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
the discussion of a rail link between Rovaniemi and Kirkenes
route and so far this year, three oil tankers have sailed from
biennial exhibition has been held in Stavanger, Norway.
currently taking place in Finland.
South Korea to Finland via this route.
Tschudi also referred to the Arctic Council’s current debate
with a record number of visitors – a total of 59 913 visited,
a strong presence in Kirkenes, Tschudi is already extremely well
on establishing an international fleet of ice breaking emergency
almost 10 000 more than in 2010, 34 nations were exhibited
positioned for future developments and a closer cooperation in
response vessels in the Arctic. By stationing Finnish and other
and 109 nations participated.
the Finnish-Norwegian northern areas.
ice breakers in the port of Kirkenes they would be the closest
This is of course very positive for the Tschudi Group. With
ONS 2012 held in August was a fantastic success
Tschudi participated at the exhibition, promoting our
Included in the State Visit to Oslo was a “Norwegian-Finnish
to the operating areas both in the eastern and the western Arc-
various activities in the High North on the “Kirkenes” stand.
Roundtable” which was attended by His Majesty King Harald V
tic. This would mean easy access to ship repair facilities, hos-
of Norway, President Niinistö, politicians and executives from
pital services and an international airport while still being close
visited the exhibition he paid a visit to the Kirkenes stand
several major companies.
to Finland - another natural opportunity for Finnish-Norwe-
and showed an interest in our activities. Jon Edvard
gian cooperation.
Sundnes, CEO of Tschudi Shipping Company, informed
was invited to participate at the Roundtable and presented
The complexity of the logistics and the lack of infrastructure
generally about the Tschudi activities in the High North
“Opportunities for Finnish-Norwegian cooperation related to
is a challenge for all arctic nations however these challenges
but put particular emphasis on our Tschudi Aggregates
infrastructure and logistics in the High North”.
are evidently now being addressed across national borders.
export to Russia.
Felix H. Tschudi, Chairman of Tschudi Shipping Company
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Photo: Thomas Bjørnflaten/nyebilder.no
When the Norwegian Oil Minister, Ola Borten Moe
Jon Edvard Sundnes, Tschudi Shipping Company and
Norwegian Oil Minister, Ola Borten Moe.
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Eskil Ødegaard, Tschudi Logistics Holding AS and
Rui d’Orey, Orey Shipping.
Rather significant dimensions.
Dedicated work by all parties
New routes
to Southern
Europe
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
Tschudi Logistics is now offering cargo routes to and
by Jelena Pavlova Tschudi Project Transports
from the southern European market. New lanes, via
In November Tschudi Project Transports shipped 12 storage
Due to the height of the tanks, a very special vessel, with a
A 35-ton capacity terminal crane, safely loaded other cargo on-
Rotterdam, to southern Italy and Spain have proved
tanks and accessories dismantled from the tanks from Tallinn
bridge front, had to be found for this shipment. The two biggest
board. For the lashing and securing of the tanks onboard,
successful and we are now pleased to offer these
(Muuga port) to Kristiansund in Norway.
tanks were built at the quay in Muuga port. The building process
1300 m of wire rope was used and about 70 pcs lashing eyes
additional routes on a permanent basis.
took about 3 months.
and D-rings were welded.
1000 m tank had a diameter of 10 and height of 14 m. serve Norway, Finland, the Baltic States and the
Tschudi Project Transports was involved in handling of the
mobile crane with 500-ton capacity. The crane itself and seven
cargo was safely discharged at two terminals in Kristiansund
Russian market from southern Europe.
cargo at Muuga port, lashing & securing of the cargo onboard,
full truckloads with counterweights and crane equipment had
thereby the challenging mission embracing hard and dedicated
finding a surveyor company for supervising the loading and,
to be specially delivered to the port to perform the lifting job.
work of all parties involved in this shipment, was successfully
pointed agent Orey Shipping in Bilbao who will cover
last but not least, sea transport to Kristiansund.
completed.
the Spanish and Portuguese markets.
Two of these tanks had rather significant dimensions: the
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These two tanks were lifted onboard in Muuga port by a
The duration of the sea voyage was 6 days. Finally, the
Together with existing and new partners we can
We are now pleased to welcome our newly ap-
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LNG on the way in spectacular surroundings.
Historical first for LNG Industry
its remote location could have been a disadvantage but the NSR
larger tanker. The transshipment operation, conducted by
has opened up for new possibilities. Hammerfest is ideally
Tschudi Arctic Transit AS, successfully contributed to the
located for this alternative shipping route to the energy
realization of this historical Suezmax voyage.
vessels sailed through and never before has so much cargo
markets in Asia.
b e e n s h i p p e d . D u r i n g 2 0 1 2 , 4 6 v e s s e l s h a v e s a i l e d t h e NSR
two historical events:
T h e N o r t h e r n S e a R o u t e ( NSR ) w i l l a g a i n b e h i s t o r i c a l i n
2 0 1 2 . T h i s t i m e f o r t w o r e a s o n s - n e v e r b e f o r e h av e s o m a n y
c o m pa r e d t o 4 i n 2 0 1 0 .
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
This first voyage is an important milestone for the whole
In September 2011, Arctic Bulk assisted with yet another
LNG industry, the future development of the NSR and of course,
Arctic Bulk.
the 3D Seismic vessel Polarcus Alima departed Hammerfest,
- On completion of seismic surveys in the Barents Sea,
Arctic Bulk AG, a venture between the trading company
Norway for her voyage northeast to New Zealand. This was the
Prominvest SA and Tschudi Arctic Transit AS, promotes and
first known passage of a 3D Seismic vessel and a significant
first in the seismic industry. The expected time of this route,
History was also made in October when our associate com-
and commercial viability of the NSR for the whole LNG trade.
facilitates NSR shipments. Both companies were among the
pany Arctic Bulk, with their expertise and knowledge, success-
On arrival in Hammerfest, “Ob River” loaded LNG from
pioneers for initiating the first non-Russian commercial shipment
compared to via the Panama Canal, amounts to some 8 days
fully assisted the world’s first LNG vessel passage through
Statoil’s gas plant on the Barents Sea coast ready to com-
through the NSR in 2010 when “MV Nordic Barents” success-
thus making substantial savings.
the NSR.
mence the return journey via the NSR to Japan. The vessel
fully transported a cargo of iron ore from Sydvaranger Gruve,
departed Hammerfest on 7th November and the journey east
Kirkenes to China. This new trade route saves time, fuel and
operated by Danish Nordic Bulk Carriers, became the largest
Gazprom Marketing & Trading and operated by Dynagas (Greece)
to the Bering Strait is scheduled for 13 days.
emissions and eliminates piracy risk.
bulk carrier ever to transit the NSR. Arctic Bulk has followed this
sailed the the NSR in both directions - west and eastbound.
History was again made in August 2011, when the 1620 000
“first” by sending a total of four Panamax voyages northeast to
In October, ‘Ob River’ discharged her LNG cargo in Japan
pared with sailing the traditional Suez Canal route. The NSR is
tons Suezmax tanker “Vladimir Tikhonov” took the shortcut from
China. The success of these bulk carriers confirms the business
and replenished bunkers and provisions in South Korea before
estimated to save up to 20 days for the distance Hammerfest
Europe to Asia along the NSR. Prior to departure in Honnings-
logic of a shorter route to the Far East for these substantial vessels.
her ballast voyage to Western Europe via NSR. One of the
to Japan.
våg (near North Cape), the total cargo of 120 000 tons gas
goals for this voyage was to collect data and verify the technical
condensate was transferred from two smaller tankers to the
of adding another “first” to their list of achievements.
During the fall, the LNG tanker ‘Ob River’ chartered by
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Via the NSR, the distance to Japan is nearly half com-
This LNG plant is the world’s northernmost terminal and
- Also in September 2011, the Panamax Sanko Odyssey,
Now with the LNG voyage, Arctic Bulk is naturally proud
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Our team in Rotterdam using LAPRO:
Joris Brasker, Koos van Maaren and Kevin Pot
Creating a
good moment
The Arctic on Global Agenda
Top Meeting with 1000 participants at summit in Dubai. Sami
Dhaen Al Qamzi, Director-General, Department of Economic
Development, Government of Dubai, UAE / Co-Chair of the
Summit on the Global Agenda 2012 with Klaus Schwab,
Founder and Executive Chairman, World Economic Forum.
by Kees van der Steen, Tschudi Logistics BV
It is a very good idea to create good customer experiences.
And why wait for the moment? This is a very good example
on how to create a surprise for a good customer.
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
Within the Tschudi Group, we all work with the booking system
The World Economic Forum (WEF) is a Swiss non-profit
foundation, based in Cologny, Geneva. It describes itself as an
independent international organization committed to improving
lenges the world faces, including financial and economic issues,
LAPRO. Every booking get its unique number and all corre-
business leaders, international political leaders and selected
food security and renewable energy.
spondence refers to this number.
intellectuals. We in Tschudi Shipping Company can be proud
the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic
that Felix H. Tschudi has been asked to join the newly estab-
to take a long-term global perspective and not be too focused
200 000. This booking concerned a 45ft container, booked by
and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and
lished “Global Agenda Council on the Arctic”. This council will
on domestic problems.
our customer VAT Logistics BV in Amsterdam, consigned to
industry agendas.
define the main topics for sustainable development of the Arctic
Scandinavian Shipping in Drammen.
in the years to come.
points,” warned Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chair-
a mountain resort in Graubünden, in the eastern Alps region of
As a Council Member, Felix Tschudi naturally participated
man, World Economic Forum, in the closing session “I appeal
and Valerie Verhaegen went unannounced to the customer on
Switzerland. The meeting brings together some 2,500 top
at the “Summit on Global Agenda 2012” in November. The
to the world’s leadership, particularly in those countries with
a Friday morning in August. They took cakes and red wine for
business leaders, international political leaders, selected intel-
Summit was again hosted in Dubai, being the fifth consecutive
new leaders in place or where the current leaders have been
all employees, allowing everyone to join in the celebration. This
lectuals and journalists to discuss the most pressing issues
year in UAE.
reconfirmed, to devote sufficient time and positive energy to
gesture was greatly appreciated.
facing the world, including health and the environment.
More than 1.000 Council Members, representing 88 coun-
look after our global issues and not just to be absorbed with
tries, participated in what has been referred to as one of the
internal problems. Let’s make 2013 a year of true global coop-
that they were very pleased with the service offered by Tschudi
Councils, comprising Councils on the foremost topics in the
largest brainstorming sessions in the world.
eration.”
Lines North Sea and Tschudi Lines Baltic Sea.
global arena. The Councils monitor key trends, identify global
risks, map interrelationships and address knowledge gaps.
with aims to develop innovative solutions to the many chal-
The Forum is best known for its annual meeting in Davos,
In 2008, WEF created the Network of Global Agenda
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Each Council consists of 15-20 participants, including top
The two day Summit ended with a call for world leaders
“2013 will be a very crucial year, with many rupture
It was the privilege of Tschudi Logistics BV, to book number
To celebrate this event, my colleagues Koos van Maaren
The management showed their gratitude and confirmed
During the summit, participants worked closely together
Well done all! I am curious who will book 250 000.
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Shi ppi ng &
offshore
Tschudi Shipping Company
Tschudi Shipping
(Finance and Accounting)
Otto Danielsen
Tschudi
Logistics
Offshore & Towage
Ports &
handli ng
ser v i ces
Tschudi Lines
Baltic Sea
North Sea
Tschudi Bulk Terminals
Kirkenes Industrial Logistics Area (KILA)
Tschudi Road
Transport
Tschudi Ship Management
Tschudi Shipping and Subsidiaries
(Operation & Chartering)
Tschudi
Project
Transports
Near
east
logistics
High
North
Tschudi Kirkenes
Tschudi Aggregates
Tschudi Arctic Transit
Tschudi Northern Logistics
Moving together in the same direction
by Felix H. Tschudi
“Nothing makes me more pleased than seeing that my
colleagues in the different units interact and create new business
opportunities together which would otherwise not have existed.
This proves to me that we are on the right track!”
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&
During the past years, Tschudi Shipping Company has devel-
The ultimate ambition is to identify and create transport solutions
oped into a Shipping, Offshore and Logistics Group. This was
drawing on all the internal resources of the Group. Two recent
visualized in 2006 with the introduction of the “Tschudi Arrow”
transportations have done just that.
illustrating several companies working in the same direction.
This concept challenges the three main commercial branches of
Both transportations have involved the expertise of several Tschudi
the Group: shipping, logistics and offshore to work together for
companies and instances pooling Group resources. The “Arrow”
a common goal and create common projects.
concept is pointing in the right direction.
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Moving together in the same direction
Tschudi all the way
by Kees van der Steen, Tschudi Logistics BV
Using the logistics chain
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
More producers are being convinced by Tschudi employees
will be shipped via Tschudi Line North Sea from Rotterdam to
In October a Terex feeder from Northern Ireland was delivered
about the door-door business via Multimodal ways. It was
Drammen. Upon arrival in Drammen, unit will be handled by
to Immingham, England. Tschudi Logistics Ltd then arranged
aggregates both to the domestic and the Russian market.
Tschudi Logistics AS such as custom clearance and delivery
for this to be sent with our Tschudi Lines Baltic Sea service to
invest in multimodal solutions, like rail/road and short-sea.
according consignee’s satisfaction. The total door to door
Helsinki. From Helsinki road transportation to Kirkenes was
are not only lucrative for our subsidiary Tschudi Aggregates
logistic chain was being completely handled via the Tschudi
organized by Tschudi Logistics Oy. The import documentation
but also for other local companies. One company in particular
We all benefit, as we have all the tools in place within the
Group of companies.
was organized by Tschudi Northern Logistics. Now safely in
is Svein A. Hallonen AS and they will look back on 2012 as a
Tschudi group of companies.
Kirkenes, the machine will be used by Svein A. Hallonen AS for
record year. On behalf of Tschudi Aggregates, they have
crushed an enormous quantity of stones and are now proudly
saying they are “making gold from stones”.
mentioned in the newspapers that governments are willing to
This is of course well known within the Tschudi organization.
This is a very strong point within our organization, and it is
Since 2011, Tschudi Aggregates have been active, selling
Aggregates, generated from the Sydvaranger iron ore mine,
Tschudi Road was loading direct with Tschudi container at
for sure one to be proud of. Thanks Tschudi Group, for giving
the Tschudi Aggregates production.
the winery in South of France. This transport is being planned
us the tools, so it is up to all of us to keep this going and make
more successful stories.
initiated the delivery: “the job went very well, smooth sailing
and delivery”.
into a new lucrative year for Hallonen and Tschudi Aggregates.
and monitored by Tschudi Logistics BV and after being loaded
at several addresses, unit is delivered to Rotterdam, where it
According to Amber Bensley, Tschudi Logistics UK, who
With their new Terex, it appears to be full speed ahead
A valuable commodity from rocks
The Terex feeder recently delivered by many Tschudi hands will
now be used in the Tschudi Aggregates production in Kirkenes.
Did you know?
Due to a high market demand for GPS
traceability for high-value and excise
cargo Tschudi Logistics can now offer
the option of GPS tracking of containers
and trailers.
The function includes online tracking,
customizable waypoint alarms and also
a SMS warning function triggered by
the container doors opening. This extra
service has been warmly welcomed
by the trial users for their high value
shipments adding further safety and
schedule transparency.
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Assisting new super aircraft carriers
AHT TYPHOON w a s c o n t r a c t e d b y A u g u s t e a M a r i n e T r a n s p o r t a t i o n Lt d . t o t o w BOA BAR G E 3 5 , l o a d e d w i t h t h e f o r e
by Hans de Nieuwe, Tschudi Offshore & Towage (formerly ITC)
TYPHOON first towed barge AMT CHALLENGER from
will be built from nine blocks built in six UK shipyards in
ship section of the new British aircraft carrier HMS
Rotterdam to Liverpool to load another section, then TYPHOON
Glasgow, Appledore, Rosyth, Hebbrun, Portsmouth and at
QUEEN ELI Z ABETH , f r o m P o r t s m o u t h t o R o s y t h . H M S QUEEN
proceeded to Portsmouth. Under large public attention the
Birkenhead.
convoy proceeded over the Solent to the open sea. Following
a smooth four days towage operation, the loaded barge was
carriers HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH and HMS PRINCE OF WALES
super aircraft carriers and is scheduled to enter service
redelivered to local tugs at Rosyth.
are the future flagships of the United Kingdom. Initially the
in 2016.
ELI Z ABETH w i l l b e t h e f i r s t o f t h e R o y a l N a v y ’ s t w o n e w
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Currently being built at shipyards around the country, the
Construction of HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH began in 2009.
ships will carry helicopters. The vast flight deck and hangar
Her assembly is taking place in the Firth of Forth at Rosyth Royal
can accommodate any helicopter. From 2020, however, the
Dockyard, in one of the most demanding and revolutionary
vessels will accommodate the F35 Lightning II, the world’s
shipbuilding programs ever undertaken, with the pieces being
most advanced stealth fighter-bomber. Both ships are expected
slotted together in a specially-extended dry dock. The carrier
to serve for up to 50 years.
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news from
news from
norway
news from
latvia
england
Goole
Gunnes Wharf
Howdendyke
Flixborough
Barrow Haven
New Holland
Hull
Killingholme
Immingham
Grimsby
Roar Lien and Sturle Johnsen, Acceptor Accounting.
The UK´s number 1 port network – at the heart of Britains international trade.
Accounting Expertise
by Rune Svenøy, Group Financial Director and
Chairman of Acceptor Accounting
In May 2012 Tschudi Shipping Company AS and Acceptor
Now upstairs downstairs!
Revisjon AS established a joint venture Acceptor Accounting AS.
At t h e h e a r t o f H u m b e r I n i t i a t i v e
by Andy Ellis, Tschudi Logistics UK
Acceptor Accounting AS located in Bergen with subsidiary
Tschudi Logistics is at the forefront of a new promotion on
make other parts of the world acutely aware of the richness of
the East Coast of the UK, namely HumberPort which is a
this competitive advantage and that more business, more
With their state of the art systems and significant expertise,
Positive business
development
collaboration of leading ports-based businesses determined
opportunity - and more employment - follows.
Acceptor Accounting will provide an efficient service to a wide
by Carsten Andersen, Tschudi Logistics A/S
to promote the benefits of the region on the international stage.
Acceptor Accounting OÜ in Tallinn will provide accounting
related services, with an initial focus on Norwegian customers.
range of customers.
We are already well represented in the area with Tschudi Lines
Superb Infrastructure
Acceptor Revisjon AS is an audit company owned by the
Since opening our logistics office in Riga in May 2008, the
North Sea and Baltic Sea Services calling regularly at the Port
Excellent infrastructure and easy access to all the UK puts
three partners Sturle Johnsen, Roar Lien and Kenneth Tunes.
business development has been positive. We have a growing
of Immingham.
HumberPort - the UK’s No1 port network - at the heart of Britain’s
This joint venture with Tschudi Shipping provides Acceptor
client base, mainly in Central Asia with Kazakhstan and
The Humber Estuary is one of Europe’s prime development
international trade. Road, rail, waterway, air and communication
Accounting with many years’ experience and competence both
Uzbekistan being the main markets.
areas and the combined ports provide a globally significant
technologies deliver efficient, dependable industrial and con-
in Norway and Estonia.
As a result of the expansion, the number of employees
asset. It is central to East-West trade with direct routes into
sumer logistics. Scheduled crossings connect HumberPort with
Since start-up, several new customers are already secured.
has been growing as well. The office was getting too small, but
mainland Europe, the Baltic States and beyond. It is in prime
continental Europe, Scandinavia, the Baltics and the Mediter-
Our aim is to offer a “first class” service and to grow consider-
as we like the location which is close to both the railway and
position to be a major hub for manufacture and installation ac-
ranean, whilst deep sea shipping connects with all world ports.
ably over the next 5 year period, by offering flexibility and
commercial port of Riga we decided to rebuild the existing
tivity in the burgeoning offshore wind industry, being closer to
Comprehensive Skillsets
availability in co-operation with our customers. A state authorized
premises.
the Round 3 zones in the North Sea than its major competitors.
public accountant will be responsible for all assignments.
It has good road infrastructure and is within easy reach of all
and proactive stevedoring, shipping, logistics, green energy and
with a second floor in the office. From now on all the staff will
parts of the Midlands and the North of the UK.
support operations, with comprehensive skillsets, cargo handling
have better, fully equipped and a modern working environment.
and distribution solutions around the clock.
We look forward to developing Acceptor Accounting
together with our new partner!
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So during October and November 2012 we have extended
HumberPort’s vision is clear: to ensure that, together, we
HumberPort group represents Britain’s most professional
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news from
the netherlands
Margaret Osinga at Offshore Energy 2012.
Photo by Flying Focus BV
AHT Typhoon with HLV Stanislav Yudin in North Sea.
j o i n t t s c h u d i s ta n d
by Margaret Osinga, Tschudi Offshore & Towage (formerly ITC)
A Well Delivered Entry to Offshore Sector
For the 3rd time in a row we participated at Offshore Energy
in Amsterdam.
usual way, but also to focus on the Tschudi-brand. We shared
Initially this exhibition started as a one day event with
the stand with Tschudi Project Transports, Tschudi Logistics and
about 100 exhibitors and 2250 visitors in Den Helder, but for the
Tschudi Aggregates. In the past we have met several clients who
In August, the anchor handling tugs TYPHOON and TEMPEST
last two years it has been held in Amsterdam RAI as a two day
could benefit from the specific Tschudi business areas. Koos
were sold to Middle East interest. TYPHOON has been renamed
chartered by J. Ray McDermott Far East on a term contract,
happening, where it has developed into a more professional
van Maaren, Tschudi Logistics, and Jon Edvard Sundnes rep-
GUDRI and TEMPEST will continue sailing under the name
rendering anchor handling and towage services to their lay
event, with this year over 400 participants and more than 7600
resented Tschudi the first day of the event and Celia Lindqvist
INDUS. In 2005, the purchase of TEMPEST and TYPHOON
barges. Both TEMPEST and TYPHOON have been involved in
visitors.
took her share on the second day.
marked ITC’s new commitment to the offshore industry.
various FPSO installation projects, in the Far East, West Africa
The sale marks the end of a distinguished career of the
and Brasil. During the last couple of years, the vessels have
The exhibition featured various conference sessions, which
Aim for this 2012 event was not only to represent ITC in the
As expected, there was quite some explaining to do about
by Hans de Nieuwe, Tschudi Offshore & Towage (formerly ITC)
After being added to the ITC fleet, both vessels were
attracted over 700 delegates. Considering the fact that exhibi-
the combined ITC/Tschudi stand, which gave rise to some
vessels under Dutch management. Constructed by Giessen
been operating mainly in the North Sea, both on term contracts
tors from 45 countries represented this year’s Offshore Energy,
interesting discussions.
de Noord Shipyards in Holland, the vessels were delivered to
for Seaway Heavy Lifting BV as well as on the spot market,
we can conclude that it is becoming more and more interesting
We enjoyed another successful exhibition and we will be
Wijsmuller in 1976/77 under the same familiar names. From
performing numerous rig move operations.
to be part of it.
present again at the OE2013, which will be held 15th and 16th
1991 the tugs were operated by Smitwijs, following the merger
October, same location, so please make a note in your next
of the ocean towage activities of Smit and Wijsmuller. In 1999
following seas.
year’s agenda!
the tugs were renamed by adding the prefix Smitwijs. Late
Since the first time the Offshore Energy was held in Am-
sterdam RAI, we have had a stand located just in front of the
entrance. In October the ITC/Tschudi-team welcomed quite a
2005 the tugs were bought by ITC and continued to sail under
number of visitors over the two days.
the original names.
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We wish the crew and both vessels fair winds and
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news from
sea
Pa l a n c a R e u n i o n
by Hans de Nieuwe, Tschudi Offshore & Towage (formerly ITC)
Interoil Africa International SA has contracted AHTS BLUSTER for towage of FSO PALANCA from offshore Angola to Singapore, where the FSO will undergo repairs, hull cleaning and
upgrading with Sembawang Shipyard. Augustea’s AHT
KAMARINA of 123 tbp joined the convoy during the towage
that led around Cape of Good Hope. Heavy marine growth on
the hull of the PALANCA and predominant counter currents
and bad weather conditions, made it a challenging voyage.
Mid October, both tugs delivered the PALANCA safely at Singapore Roads.
Both tugs had to start with a long mobilization voyage to
Angola. After inspection by the marine warranty surveyor of LOC
and approval of the tug, BLUSTER proceeded from Mumbai
and KAMARINA from Sharjah. The mobilization voyage was
extended as a result of the requirement to avoid the piracyinvested waters in the Indian Ocean. At Cape Town both tugs
made a call to install portable FIFI sets, upgrading both tugs
to be compliant with FIFI-1.
Meanwhile an extensive towage manual was prepared by
ITC and approved by clients, end client SNLPP and marine
warranty surveyors LOC.
At the Palanca terminal, under supervision of Interoil’s
technical manager Francisco Beyer and Sonangol’s project
manager Abdur Rob, the tugs assisted with unmooring of the
PALANCA and bringing its replacement vessel LUXEMBOURG to the required anchor position. Mid July the convoy
was ready to sail and left the Palanca terminal with the 307,880
dwt vessel in tow.
Bluster towing in choppy seas.
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Pa l a n c a R e u n i o n
A familiar name
Sembawang in Singapore is certainly
well known to Tschudi. Already in the
70s Tschudi was using Sembawang
Shipyard for dry-docking and repairs
to their fleet.
The operation was renamed to Tschudi
& Eitzen Sembawang Shipmanagement
Pte Ltd. The building of a larger
portfolio began and in March 2000 the
outstanding 19% was acquired.
In 1999 Tschudi & Eitzen (T&E) was
informed that Sembawang Shipmanagement was up for sale. T&E was
already considering a management
partner in Singapore and had actually
been looking at Sembawang as a
suitable one. An offer was duly submitted and accepted. T&E acquired 81%
ownership, with an option for the
balance.
The decision to integrate the management activities was taken in 1999 when
Jon Edvard Sundnes was appointed
Managing Director of Tschudi & Eitzen
Ship Management – from now on
known as TESMA. The management
organization in Oslo was wound down and
the portfolio transferred to Copenhagen,
where the former T&E International at
Gentofte became TESMA Denmark,
along with TESMA Singapore and
Selandia in Mumbai.
The following year a manning office in
Tallinn was opened as T&E ESCO. The
technical supervision of the T&E ships
remained in Oslo. This ship management
set-up continues today as Tschudi Ship
Management, located in Tallinn, Estonia
and Odessa, Ukraine.
Sembawang employees are regular
participants at Nor-Shipping, the
leading maritime biennial event held in
Oslo. This is an ideal opportunity to keep
in touch and nourish a long-standing
relationship.
Captain Arjan Vos on duty.
Due to local restricted availability and the practical prob-
KAMARINA parted in increasing sea and swell conditions. The
one by one whilst the other tug kept towing the PALANCA.
highly specialized field of FSO / FPSO modifications, upgrading
lems to leave and enter Angola waters for a bunker call at
master and crew of KAMARINA were skillfully able to reconnect
Fortunately, there was no congestion in this port and both tugs
and repair work. Major work scope includes the renewal of the
Pointe Noire, both tugs had to call at Walvis Bay to lift bunkers
the emergency towing gear within hours and with both tugs
resumed the voyage after only a brief delay. Usually the condi-
vessel’s cargo piping system and pumps, tank blasting and
to full capacity. Limited quay space at Walvis Bay, combined
connected the PALANCA was kept into the wind and seas. In
tions improve after passing Mauritius, but not this time.
coating, and cables renewal for the entire electrical system. The
with the priority status of calling container vessels, resulted in
consultation with Principals and marine warranty surveyors Alan
For the next fortnight the convoy encountered ESE-ly winds
existing 30-men accommodation block will be re-designed and
a seven day time span before both tugs, one by one whilst the
Cundall and Paul Lomas of LOC, it was decided to head for
force 7 with 5/6 meters swell. On a rare good day the speed
rebuilt to accommodate 60 men. The new accommodation
other kept the tow going, were able to load their fuel. A crew
shelter of Algoa Bay to re-establish the towing connection of
jumped to over 5 knots, indicating what could have been in
block will include a new helicopter deck to meet the vessel’s
change also took place and Captain Arjan Vos took over from
KAMARINA on its main gear, re-rig a new emergency connection
different conditions. Due to the prolonged voyage, Captain Ton
operational requirements.
Captain Ton Firet. A skeleton crew from the PALANCA was
and await improving conditions. Permission from SAMSA was
Firet relieved Captain Arjan Vos for the final leg through Ma-
accommodated on both tugs and regular inspections of the
obtained and on August 9th Algoa Bay was reached.
lacca Straits, which was passed under full piracy alert. With
bawang Shipyard end of March 2013, and upon completion,
tow were conducted by a combined party transferred by MOB
In the evening of 18th August, weather conditions improved,
assisting tugs on the stern the busy sea lanes off Singapore were
ITC / Augustea will tow the PALANCA back to offshore Angola.
boat. Captain Remi and his PALANCA crew kept a close check
additional fuel was loaded by BLUSTER and the towage con-
passed and the PALANCA was safely delivered at a designated
The towage contract was awarded through Paris based
on tank conditions of the tow whilst the tug crew checked the
nections were back to original status and the convoy sailed
anchor position awaiting berthing at Sembawang yard.
brokers POB and Socomet.
towage connections.
from Algoa Bay. Crossing the Agulhas current the towing speed
dropped. The masters sought the most favorable current
repairs and upgrading of the 20-year-old FSO PALANCA.
Upon completion in 1991 by Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Indus-
were felt. SSE-ly winds and matching seas forced the towing
conditions and the speed picked up.
Sembawang Shipyard was awarded this milestone contract by
tries (MHI), two ITC tugs SIMOON and SUHAILI towed the
tugs to reduce their output to keep the tension on the tow wires
A call was made at Port Louis, Mauritius, for bunkers, fresh
Sonangol Pesquisa e Produção S.A. (SNLPP), on the strength of
PALANCA, which has a storage capacity of almost 2.2 million
at acceptable levels. In spite of all precautions, the tow wire of
provisions and crew change. Again, the tugs went into port
the shipyard’s capabilities and established track record in the
barrels, from Japan to Angola.
On departure from Walvis Bay the local winter conditions
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The contract with Sembawang Shipyard calls for the major
The vessel is expected to complete the works at Sem-
For ITC it was a renewed acquaintance with the PALANCA.
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Several worthy causes
previous agreement with the Norwegian and Afghanistan Authorities to further educate Dr. Seddiqi as an anesthetist and
secure his salary was entered into.
In July 2012, Dr. Seddiqi received a Certificate from the
Norwegian Armed Forces Medical Services confirming that he
has completed his anesthetic training. Seddiqi has acquired the
necessary skills, insight and competence needed to execute this
profession to the satisfaction of those who will depend upon
his service and also teach and train anesthesia to physicians
and other relevant health care personnel. One year of his training
was given at five different Norwegian hospitals.
We are very proud that we have been able to contribute
to Dr. Seddiqi’s achievement and to such a successful project
- strengthening medical knowledge in a country which has limited resources while at the same time establishing local trust
Dr. Hamidullah Seddiqi.
Performance at Advent Concert. (Foto: Torstein Ihle, Kirkens Bymisjon)
and goodwill.
Several Worthy Causes
C o r p o r at e s u p p o r t c a n b e f i n a n c i a l o r p r o d u c t d o n at i o n s ,
s h a r i n g o f e x p e r t i s e a n d v o l u n ta r y w o r k , o r a c o n t r i b u t i o n .
Who? Me?
our charity program
by Küllike Kivimäe, Tschudi Shipping Company OÜ
by Celia Lindqvist, Tschudi Shipping Company AS
by Gry Bodil Malin, Tschudi Northern Logistics AS
Odd Egil Millehaugen, Tschudi Northern Logistics in Kirkenes
Tschudi Shipping Company is not only a decent and caring
has recently been awarded a “gold medal” by Christoph Steiner
Through our Tschudi donations we have chosen to focus on
level of care for 9 million people. Like practically all hospitals in
employer but also takes the social responsibility to help those
in Top Logistics, for excellent work performed when the research/
familiar areas and most importantly, areas we know will greatly
Afghanistan, this hospital had an extremely low quality of
who are not so lucky. In Estonia we have concentrated on a
survey vessel MV Akademik Mstislav Keldysh was berthed at
benefit from our support.
anesthetics. Only four technicians without any medical back-
few orphanages - Tilsi (Southern of Estonia), Narva-Jõesuu
the Tschudi Bulk Terminals. Top Logistics were involved in the
ground gave anesthetics, none of the anesthetic machines
(Eastern Estonia) and Kuressaare (Saaremaa) and Haabersti
mobilizing and demobilizing of the vessel in Kirkenes.
The Church City Mission
were in working order and, very importantly, it was impossible
Clubhouse, which cares for people with mental illnesses and is
One ambition has been to continue and support the invaluable
for a doctor to make a living as an anesthetist.
part of the international ICCD association. The charity program
work the Church City Mission does in Oslo. We are therefore
was established in the beginning of 2004 to help children in
pleased that we will again be sponsoring their Advent Concert
into a project for increasing anesthetic capacity, comprising of
need and disabled people.
in December. The proceeds from this year’s concert will go to
adequate equipment and most importantly, on the job training.
children and teenagers in need – a very worthy cause in our
One doctor, Dr. Hamidullah Seddiqi was willing to give up surgery
orphanages has started to improve. From April 2012 Narva-
home town.
to become an anesthetist however neither the Afghanistan
Jõesuu orphanage became part of an international SOS
During a lengthy process, the Norwegian Defence entered
Today we are glad to see that the situation in Estonian
Government nor the international community had earmarked
Organization. In October we were happy to participate in the
Hospital support in Afghanistan
means to cover a salary for this position. The process was
opening of the new family houses in Narva-Jõesuu. The village
Another area and a particular person who has greatly benefited
about to fail as temporary measures to offer Dr. Seddiqi a decent
was opened by the First Lady of Estonia Mrs Evelin Ilves, who
from our support is the Balkh Provincial Hospital in Mazar-e-
salary could not be found.
is the patron of SOS Children Village. The village consists of 6
Sharif in Northern Afghanistan and Dr. Hamidullah Seddiqi.
To ease the situation while waiting for a governmental
family houses, each being a home for 6 children. That surely
This hospital is both the university and regional hospital
solution, Tschudi Shipping was asked to temporarily contribute
provides better and more human possibilities in the daily life
for all provinces in the north, and as such represents the highest
to the salary for Dr. Seddiqi to order to secure the process. The
of those children.
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Well done Odd Egil – keep up the good work!
Tschudi Northern Logistics offer:
• Agency and clearing services for all types of
vessels, including offshore units.
• Reliable, efficient and dedicated agents are
available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
•
Complete logistical solutions, custom clearance
with storage, container and oversized transports
are offered to and from northern Norway and
northern parts of Russia, Finland and Sweden.
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NORWAY
WE WELCOME OUR NEW COLLEAGUES!
more PROACTIVE AND COMMITTED pEOPLE HAVE JOINED THE TSCHUDI GROUP.
Tschudi Shipping Company AS
Strandveien 50
1366 Lysaker
Tel: +47 67 11 98 80
Fax:+47 67 11 98 81
www.tschudishipping.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Logistics Holding AS
Strandveien 50
1366 Lysaker
Tel: +47 67 11 98 80
Fax: +47 67 11 98 81
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Arctic Transit AS
Strandveien 50
1366 Lysaker
Tel: +47 67 11 98 80
Fax: +47 67 11 98 81
www.tschudiarctictransit.com
Tschudi Logistics AS
(as Agents for Tschudi Lines North Sea AS)
Tollbugata 54
3044 Drammen
Tel: +47 32 88 99 00
Fax: +47 32 88 99 01
www.tschudilogistics.com
Ene Peetre
Accountant,
Tschudi Shipping Company OÜ,
EST
Kelli Gents
Accountant
Tschudi Shipping Company OÜ
EST
Elke D’Huyvetter
Customer Service Export
Tschudi Logistics BV, BE
Tschudi Kirkenes AS
Sydvaranger Industriområde
9915 Kirkenes
Tel: +47 78 97 03 00
Fax: +47 78 97 03 01
www.tschudikirkenes.com
Tschudi Bulk Terminals AS
Sydvaranger Industriområde
9915 Kirkenes
Tel: +47 78 97 03 00
Fax: +47 78 97 03 01
www.tschudikirkenes.com
Tschudi Northern Logistics AS
Sydvaranger Industriområde
9900 Kirkenes
Tel: +47 92 69 99 92
Fax: +47 78 99 90 46
www.tschudilogistics.com
Sergei Fomitsjov
Rail Operations
Tschudi Logistics AS, EST
rasa gureckyte
Customer Service Manager
UAB Tschudi Logistics, LT
Jekaterina Jersova
Road Department Manager
Tschudi Logistics SIA, LV
promotions & internal moves
Tschudi Aggregates AS
Sydvaranger Industriområde
9915 Kirkenes
Tel: + 47 95 27 72 90
www.tschudikirkenes.com
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International Transport Contractors BV
“Berkenrode”, 133 Herenweg
2105 MG Heemstede
Tel: +31 23548 5200
Fax: +31 23548 5252
www.itctowage.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Logistics BV
Den Hamweg 30
3089 KK Rotterdam
Tel: +31 10 2940734
Fax: +31 10 2940357
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
UNITED KINGDOM
Tschudi Logistics Ltd
2 Resolution Close
Endeavour Park
Boston
Lincolnshire PE21 7TT
Tel:+44 1205 316840
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Ship Management IOM Ltd
12-14 Finch Road
Douglas, Isle of Man, IM 99 1YU
Tel: +44 1624 646 700
Fax: +44 1624 630 588
SWITZERLAND
Arctic Bulk AG
Via Cassarinetta 1
CH-6900 Lugano
Tel: +41 91 9804279
Fax: +41 91 9804285
E-mail: [email protected]
www.arcticbulk.com
BELGIUM
FINLAND
LATVIA
Tschudi Logistics A/S
Sverigesgade 8
8000 Århus
Tel: +45 8731 7400
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Pille Karlson
Liner Operator
Tschudi Logistics AS, NO
THE NETHERLANDS
Kirkenes Industrial Logistics Area (KILA)
Sydvaranger Industriområde
9915 Kirkenes
Tel: + 47 78 97 03 00 / + 47 99 58 06 54
DENMARK
Katrin Saar
Insurance & Communication
Specialist,
Tschudi Ship Management, EST
Tschudi Project Transports
Represented in Denmark, Estonia and Finland
www.tschudiprotrans.com
Tschudi Logistics
Keizerstraat 20
2000 Antwerp
Tel: +32 3 201 464 1
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Logistics Oy
Huolintakatu 5
20200 Turku
Tel: +358 2 517 2200
Fax: +358 2 517 2207
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Margus Raad
General Manager
Tschudi Ship Management, EST
Rederiet Otto Danielsen A/S
Kongevejen 272A
2830 Virum
Tel: +45 4583 2555
Fax: +45 4583 1707
www.ottodanielsen.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Logistics A/S
Tværkaj 4
6700 Esbjerg
Tel: +45 7545 0700
Fax: +45 7545 0705
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Logistics SIA
Uriekstes 2A
1010 Riga
Tel: +371 673 82205
Fax:+371 673 82245
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
LITHUANIA
UAB Tschudi Logistics
Tilzes Gatve 60
91108 Klaipeda
Tel: +370 846492457
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
UKRAINE
Tschudi Ship Management Ukraine Ltd
115 Chernomorskogo Kazachestva
Office 422
65003 Odessa
Tel.: +380 48 734 47 07
Tel/Fax: +380 48 734 47 05
E-mail: [email protected]
RUSSIA
000 Tschudi Logistics
Office 410
Mezhevoy Kanal, 5A
198033 St. Petersburg
Phone: + 7 812 336 2340
Fax: + 7 812 336 2342
E-mail: [email protected]
ESTONIA
Tschudi Shipping Company OÜ
4 Sadama Street
10111 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6409 500
Fax: +372 6409 595
E-mail: [email protected]
Estonian Shipping Company AS
4 Sadama Street
15096 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6409 500
Fax: +372 6409 595
www.eml.ee
Tschudi Ship Management AS
4 Sadama Street
10111 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6409 711
Fax: +372 6409 748
www.tschudishipmanagement.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Lines Baltic Sea AS
4 Sadama Street
10111 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6409 756
Fax: +372 6409 787
www.tschudilines.com
Tschudi Lines North Sea AS
4 Sadama Street
10111 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6409 756
Fax: +372 6409 787
www.tschudilines.com
Tschudi Logistics AS
4 Sadama Street
10111 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6409 751
Fax: +372 6409 786
www.tschudilogistics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Road Transport OÜ
4 Sadama Street
10111 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6409 720
Fax: +372 6409 559
www.tschudiroad.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Tschudi Shipping Estonia OÜ
4 Sadama Street
10111 Tallinn
Phone: +372 6409 500
Fax: +372 6409 595
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