NEWS ROUND UP LDC invests in sugar transshipment terminal
Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is investing in the construction of a sugar transshipment terminal in Pederneiras (São Paulo State), that will comprise a warehouse with static capacity of 90,000 tons and receiving and shipping throughput of 500 tons/hour. The new facility will provide a new logistics mode for mills located in the Center- South of the country, by allowing the Port of Santos via rail, whereas currently mills in the region almost exclusively transport their production to the port by road. “By investing in rail transshipment, we will give mills an alternative and more competitive logistics option, in relation to road freight. The facility will also boast high operational
of the existing grain terminal at the site,” says João Paiva, LDC’s Global Head of Ports & Waterways. “In fact, we already see strong traction and interest from many mills in the region and beyond for
Pack Expo raises the bar for 2024
The largest packaging and processing International, concluded its four-day drawing 77,500 attendees, including 48,000 visitors and 29,500 exhibitor The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, the show saw a 19% increase in international attendance and set records with 2,700 exhibitors across 1.32 million square feet, marking its largest edition yet. has raised the bar for industry highlighting the show’s scale, innovation, and industry connections. Exhibitors and attendees celebrated a 10% increase in exhibit space and a 24% growth in exhibitors compared to 2022. Seven themed pavilions, Sustainability Central, and Emerging Brands Central added value, with attendees praising the event’s organisation and innovation. Rachel Hark, packaging engineer at Catalent Pharma Solutions, said: “I come for networking and sustainable packaging solutions. The app is fantastic for planning.” Ali Buehler of Hallmark noted,
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“The show’s innovation and scale are amazing,” while Colgate- Palmolive’s Warren Pruitt remarked, “If each team member gains one idea here, it’s worth it.” Emerging brands and first-timers also appreciated the differentiation among valued networking opportunities to scale his vegan bar business.
Exhibitors like Coesia North the quality leads generated. “We’ve productive conversations,” said Leadership Network breakfast, and student activities fostered networking and workforce development. solutions for over 40 markets in the Southeast’s manufacturing hub.
rail logistics, which also provides greater operational reliability.” Expected to be completed in mid-2025, the terminal will contribute to LDC’s competitiveness by enabling increased traded volumes and
market share expansion in the country’s Center-South agricultural region. Upon commencement of operations, the company will increase its annual capacity for sugar merchandising by rail by 1 million tons.
New partnership supercharges
introduce an electric E-Pusher and barge combination for sustainable cocoa transport between the Port of Amsterdam initiative will reduce emissions and noise pollution. propulsion systems, provides cleaner, quieter transportation. Shipyard, converted from diesel vessels, further enhance sustainability by extending their lifecycle and contributing to a circular economy. and Africa, said: “We are proud to lead sustainable logistics in the Netherlands, highlighting our commitment to environmental preservation and the communities we serve.” The E-Pusher and four push barges are set to begin operations in mid-December 2024.
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