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VICT services next generation vessels As part of the A3 Central consortium, Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) achieved a significant feat by welcoming two of the largest vessels to ever come to the Port of Melbourne – the 8,501-TEU COSCO ailand and 8,063-TEU OOCL Seoul, a new and regular service to VICT. More than just moving goods, Contecon Guayaquil SA (CGSA) has taken the lead in uniting stakeholders towards boosting the supply chain through the creation of the Logisitics Communi of the Port of Guayaquil (Comunidad Logística del Puerto de Guayaquil), aimed at improving the competitiveness of Ecuador businesses in foreign trade. www.ictsi.com Vol. 28, Issue N.º 09 September 2018 The Official Publicaon of Internaonal Container Terminal Services, Inc. Contecon Guayaquil moves to strengthen supply chain Guayaquil logistics community launched

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Page 1: VICT services next moves to strengthen supply chain ......International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) largest port concession in the Americas, Contecon Guayaquil SA

VICT services next generation vesselsAs part of the A3 Central consortium, Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) achieved a significant feat by welcoming two of the largest vessels to ever come to the Port of Melbourne – the 8,501-TEU COSCO Thailand and 8,063-TEU OOCL Seoul, a new and regular service to VICT.

More than just moving goods, Contecon Guayaquil SA (CGSA) has taken the lead in uniting stakeholders towards boosting the supply chain through the creation of the Logisitics Community of the Port of Guayaquil (Comunidad Logística del Puerto de Guayaquil), aimed at improving the competitiveness of Ecuador businesses in foreign trade.

www.ictsi.com

Vol. 28, Issue N.º 09 September 2018The Official Publication of International Container Terminal Services, Inc.

Contecon Guayaquilmoves to strengthen supply chainGuayaquil logistics community launched

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G L O B A L O P E R A T I O N S

TABLE OF CONTENTS040506

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Contecon Guayaquil moves to strengthen supply chain

VICT services next generation vessels

BGT builds up Umm Qasr capacity

BGT management systems in line with international standards

SBITC, Royal Cargo team up to support business expansion in

northern and central Luzon

YICT commissions first solar generator

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ICTSI officials attend advanced corporate governance training

PICT ‘optimistic’ on Pakistan’s future

CMSA joins CONAFOR’s reforestation drive

CMSA completes house donations

to Oaxaca earthquake survivors

BGT celebrates Eid-al-Adha with Umm Qasr communities

Contecon Manzanillo, Colima

Puerto Aguadulce,Buenaventura

Puerto Cortes, Cortes

Tecon Suape, Pernambuco

TecPlata, Buenos Aires

Contecon Guayaquil, Guayas

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Narlene A. SorianoE d i t o r i a l D i r e c t o r

Dennis T. SuribaA s s o c i a t e E d i t o r

Jupiter L. KalambakalM a n a g i n g E d i t o r

John Paolo J. BencitoA s s i s t a n t E d i t o r

is published by the Public Relations Office of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. for the employees, shareholders, clients and friends of the ICTSI Group.

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please write, call or email us at:

ICTSI Public Relations Office, 2F ICTSI Administration Building,

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Road, Port of Manila 1012 Manila, Philippines

Telephone: (63 2) 245 4101 ext. 2287 Email: [email protected]

www.ictsi.com/media-center/newsletters

Nancy LumanjiD R C O N G O

Frances SimpsonA u s t r a l i a

Michael QiC h i n a

Iva Roman C r o a t i a

Katty Ossa BianchiE c u a d o r

Ketevan OragvelidzeG e o r g i a

Evelyn LeivaH o n d u r a s

Sheeba Khan I r a q

Michael Ratrimo M a d a g a s c a r

Silvana Gomez C o l o m b i a

Paulina Perez-Guerrero M e x i c o

Arif Raza P a k i s t a n

Michal Kuzajczyk P o l a n d

Albert Joseph R. CanceranMarie Bernadette C. De GuzmanMa. Concepcion M. DizonFrancis J Algernon G. BartolomeJoy E. LapuzOlga C. Ureta

Annie MagsinoTeresa TidongBelle LuceroChiara May C. AtisRejamna P. JubelagFaith Isabela Burias

P h i l i p p i n e s

G L O B A L O P E R A T I O N S

MICTSL organize live broadcast of World Cup in Toamasina

ICTSI Foundation rolls out relief efforts in Pampanga, Marikina, Cavite

Senior high school students, employee dependents receive school supplies

Parola youth undergo adolescent reproductive health seminars

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More than just moving goods, CGSA has taken the lead in uniting stakeholders towards boosting the supply chain through the creation of the Logisitics Community of the Port of Guayaquil (Comunidad Logística del Puerto de Guayaquil), aimed at improving the competitiveness of Ecuador businesses in foreign trade.

The first port logistics community in Ecuador and the entire region, CLPG serves as a platform for businesses with connections to the Port of Guayaquil in bringing research-based, technical solutions to optimize logistics capabilities within the supply chain.

“As the leading maritime gateway of Ecuador, we are working hard towards the creation of a community that is representative of the needs and interests of the port community.  This collaborative, innovative, and pioneering framework in the region will allow us to improve and optimize the supply chain and processes of importers and exporters operating in the Port of Guayaquil,” says José Antonio Contreras, CGSA Chief Executive Officer.

With greater logistics collaboration, businesses will be able to maximize the commercial potential of Ecuador’s top commodities while reducing costs at the same time.

“The creation of the Logistics Community of the Port of Guayaquil creates a unique vehicle to maximize opportunities for growth,” Contreras adds.

The members of the logistic community, companies and business organizations represent more than 83 percent of Ecuador’s non-oil exports. The most important in volume

is the banana, which represents 63 percent of the non-oil exports of the country.

Those supporting the needs of Ecuador’s top exports – bananas, shrimps, paper, and wood products – are already members of the logistics community:  Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE), Agzulasa, Reybanpac, Industrial Pesquera Santa Priscilla, Ecuadorian Association of Teak and Tropical Wood (ASOTECA), Multiteak, Papelera Nacional SA, Soprisa, and Procarsa.

Banco Guayaquil and RSA Insurance, the largest financial service networks in Ecuador, are also part of this new initiative

Julio Mackliff, Vice President of Banco Guayaquil, lauded the impact of the new logistics community towards improving the competitiveness of Ecuador businesses:  “CLPG is an emblematic and innovative project in Ecuador.  Banco de Guayaquil is not only supporting this initiative but is and will continue to be an active member. We are convinced about the positive results that this union of big companies will contribute for the economic and social development of our country.”

Eduardo Ledesma, Executive Director of AEBE adds that the collaboration among different supply chain stakeholders ensures that the country stays on top as the world’s largest banana exporter:  “The opening and approach of Contecon Guayaquil to the export sectors of Ecuador has been seen and is perceived with optimism. We, the banana exporters, see with good eyes that this initiative will allow us to reach competitive improvements for the sectors.”

International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) largest port concession in the Americas, Contecon Guayaquil SA (CGSA), and Ecuador’s top business firms team up towards improving the competitiveness of the country’s supply chain through the formation of the Comunidad Logística del Puerto de Guayaquil (CLPG). From left: Guillermo Rosenney, RSA Insurance Chairman; Guillermo Lasso, Bank of Guayaquil Senior Vice President; Vincente Wong, Reybanpac Chief Executive Officer; Angelo Caputi, Bank of Guayaquil Executive President; and José Antonio Contreras, CGSA Chief Executive Officer.

N E W S B R E A K

By Katty Ossa

CONTECON GUAYAQUIL MOVES TO STRENGTHEN SUPPLY CHAINGUAYAQUIL LOGISTICS COMMUNITY LAUNCHED

CGSA, ICTSI’s largest port project in Latin America, recently made strides towards greater trade facilitation, supporting the local economy through various investments in port infrastructure and technology.

Recently, CGSA expressed support for the government’s construction of a 44.2-kilometer road connecting Guayaquil Port with the south-central areas of the country’s coast and the country’s highlands.

In July, CGSA was likewise approved by the Ministry of Transport and Public Works to handle up to 305-meter mega vessels, essentially becoming the first and only container terminal in Ecuador capable of handling two mega vessels simultaneously.  

This follows the inauguration of the terminal’s new greenfield development in January—an expanded logistics support area capable of handling more than 6,000 containers. 

ICTSI has already invested USD325 million for its 20-year concession period to operate the Guayaquil Container and Multipurpose Terminals at the Port of Guayaquil.

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The vessels’ arrival signals Melbourne’s ability to match the performance of Sydney and Brisbane in servicing the larger capacity vessels currently being introduced into key Australian container trades.

“VICT’s unique location within the port means we can easily berth the next gene-ration vessels without being restricted by the West Gate Bridge and the turning basin upstream. Now that we have the approval for these larger vessels to call at VICT, we are very excited about what this means for the future trade growth for Victoria,” said VICT’s CEO, Anders Dømmestrup.      

The 334-meter long COSCO Thailand covers the Southeast Asia-Australia route, linking the ports of Kelang in Malaysia; Singapore; Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide in Australia; and Jakarta in Indonesia.  Meanwhile, the 323-meter long OOCL Seoul operates under the central China-Australia East Coast Service jointly operated by COSCO and ANL.  The latter service has been the subject of a capacity boost via

the introduction 8,063- to 8,500-TEU of boxships.

“This has been our vision from the very beginning when we started the VICT project.  The investments we made in automation and other state-of-the-art technology is fixated on addressing the Port of Melbourne’s (PoM)need for more efficient port operations and ability to handle larger capacity vessels.  Addressing these requirements are critical considering PoM is Australia’s best-connected port,” said Christian Gonzalez, ICTSI Global Corporate Head.

VICT, as planned by the PoM Corporation and developed by International Container Terminal Services, Inc., is a highly automa-ted container terminal designed to meet Melbourne’s increasing capacity require-ment.  More importantly, VICT provides an efficient solution to the handling of larger ships progressively being introduced into the Australian container trade lanes.

As part of the A3 Central consortium, Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT)

achieved a significant feat by welcoming two of the largest vessels to ever come to the Port of Melbourne (PoM) – the 8,501-TEU COSCO Thailand and 8,063-TEU OOCL Seoul, a new and regular service to VICT.

Claire Jordan (right), VICT Public Relations and Communications Head, presents a token to Captain Lin, Rong, OOCL Seoul Vessel Master

Captain Shevchuk Viktor, COSCO Thailand Vessel Master; Paul Kelly, VICT Terminal Operation and Optimization Manager; and Shevchenko Serhii, Deck Cadet

N E W S B R E A K

VICT services next generation vesselsBy Frances Simpson

COSCO Thailand (left) and OOCL Seoul during their maiden calls at VICT

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The recent terminal development programs at Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) have progressively boosted the capability of the Port of Umm Qasr to receive direct calls from larger container vessels.

BGT achieved a significant milestone late August with the servicing of Evergreen’s 5652-TEU capacity Ever Useful. The boxship, which features a length overall of 285 meters, beam of 40 meters, and gross tonnage of 69,246 tons, is, by far, the largest to call Berth 27 at BGT. It operates under Evergreen’s Asia-Middle East service which links the ports of Shanghai, Ningbo, and Shekou in China; Taipei in Taiwan; Hong Kong; Tanjung Pelapas and Klang in Malaysia; Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates; and Umm Qasr in Iraq.

During the call, the terminal handled 4,500 TEUs while achieving a net move rate of over 50 moves per hour with a two-quay

crane operation.

“ICTSI is pleased to take a leading role in investing in Iraq’s port infrastructure, enabling the country to connect most efficiently with global liner services. The ability to serve direct calls from large vessels delivers has reduced cost and cargo transit times, and brings other key benefits to cargo importers,” emphasized Hans-Ole Madsen, ICTSI Senior Vice President and Europe, Middle East and Africa Regional Head.

Phillip Marsham, BGT Chief Executive Officer, further noted: “BGT’s investment program is designed to match the requirements of a growing Iraqi economy and the need to accommodate ever larger liner vessels. The call of the Ever Useful symbolizes how far Umm Qasr has come in improving port infrastructure to meet today’s global logistic chain requirements. It also clearly demonstrates

the growing confidence of container lines in the economy of Iraq and the associated container trade growth.”

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) is currently in the middle of several development projects to further enhance BGT’s ability to service larger ships. Upon completion by 2019, BGT will have 600 meters of berth; 14-meter draft alongside; 30-hectare terminal area; and one million TEU annual capacity.

Upon completion in 2019, BGT will feature a total berth length of 600 meters, maximum draught of 14 meters alongside, terminal area of 30 hectares, and an annual capacity of one million TEUs. In terms of equipment, on the pipeline are seven rubber tired gantry cranes and three super post-Panamax quay cranes, which can handle up to 9,000-TEU capacity vessels.

BGT management systems in line with international standardsBy Sheeba Khan

BGT builds up Umm Qasr capacityReceives largest ship to call Berth 27

By Sheeba Khan

L E V E L U P

After several rigorous months of process alignments and audits, Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) successfully obtained key ISO certifications, namely: 9001:2015 Quality Management System, 14001:2015 Environmental Management System, and OHSAS 18001:2007 Occupational Health and Safety Management System. 

These certifications are proof that BGT’s management systems are in line with international standards and the necessary processes are in place to achieve continuous improvement as well as health and safety performance required to support customer needs. 

“We are proud to achieve these important accreditations.  We consider Safety and Environmental Management of fundamental importance in every aspect of our operations,” said Phillip Marsham, BGT Chief Executive Officer.

He adds: “Our HSSE policy is implemented through structured initiatives and programs that are consistent with internationally recognized management systems.  As such, our clients can rest assured that our system

processes and management procedures are in line with the global quality standards in delivering port operations and logistics solutions.”

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is a global federation of national standards organizations.  The ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management systems is based on principles such as customer focus, risk and process-based approaches, and the commitment for continuous improvement.  ISO 14001:2015 specifies the requirements for an effective environmental management system, while OHSAS 18001:2007 helps organizations establish demonstrably sound occupational health and safety performance.

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Subic Bay International Terminal Corp. (SBITC), the fastest-growing Philippine subsidiary of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), is collaborating with Royal Cargo Inc. to facilitate seamless trade movement to and from north and central Luzon (NCL) and help small- and medium-sized enterprises expand their operations.

The collaboration provides the Filipino business communities in NCL with a world-class and highly efficient 4PL combination, delivering superior customer service and attractive pricing.

“The joint efforts of the SBITC and Royal Cargo have increased cold storage options that will improve the quality of refrigerated cargo coming in and out of the country in a fast and efficient manner.  This creates opportunities within the value chain to allow local

Yantai International Container Terminal (YICT) successfully commissioned a solar power generator for its maintenance workshop last June. 

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SBITC, Royal Cargo team up to support business expansion in northern and central Luzon

YICT commissions first solar generator

businesses to promote their market further outside of the traditional centers like Manila,” said Roberto Locsin, SBITC President.

SBITC’s New Container Terminals (NCT 1 & 2) would be utilized by NCL local businesses at their utmost advantage, expanding their market operations even outside the Philippines.

“The North Hub will take us one step closer to helping companies across the country achieve growth and expand to new markets such as the Asia Pacific region.  With SBITC, we are now able to provide direct connectivity to major intra-Asia and global ports, which makes our operations a lot easier,” said Elmer Sarmiento, Royal Cargo President.

Subic’s terminal handling charges are 48 percent less expensive compared to other terminals despite being the first and only on-

dock warehouse in Region III that can connect to NCL’s largest cold chain facility operated by Royal Cargo.

Businesses that ship via Royal Cargo can now take advantage of SBITC’s perks like its one-stop shop service facilities and 10-day free storage period while enjoying the terminal’s world-class container handling services–not to mention SBMA’s deferred payment of duties and taxes, added Mr. Locsin.

“The best thing about this partnership with Royal Cargo is its sustainable shipping services we can offer to the Filipino entrepreneurs in NCL despite their increasing logistics demands.  These two regions are a strong business hub in the making, and I couldn’t be more proud knowing SBITC is going to be part of that success,” concludes Mr. Locsin.

By Michael Qi

G R E E N P O R T

The utilization of renewable energy is part of the Company’s support to the nationwide campaign for energy conservation and emission reduction.  Able to generate 60 kWh daily, the generator fulfills the electricity requirements of the terminal’s Engineering Office building. 

With this renewable energy project serving as a trial, YICT may install more solar power generators depending on the outcome and future demand. Solar panels installed on the roof of the maintenance workshop

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ICTSI officials attend advanced corporate governance training

By Wilfred Steven Fernandez

PICT optimisticon Pakistan’s futureBy Arif Raza

ICTSI’s senior management, led by Chairman Razon, during the Advanced Corporate Governance Training.

International Container Terminal Serivces, Inc. (ICTSI) continues its Corporate Governance thrusts with the in-house Advanced Corporate Governance Training last 15 August.

Nineteen directors and senior officers including Enrique K. Razon Jr., ICTSI Chairman and President, joined the session, which was organized by the ICTSI Global Corporate Legal Affairs Team headed by Joel Consing, ICTSI Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Compliance Officer.

Mandated by the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission, the annual training was conducted by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD).  Two speakers from ICD and one from ICTSI facilitated the three-topic knowledge sharing session.

The first topic, titled “Digital Trade-Offs: Promise in the Gig Economy and Peril in the Gig Economy,” was presented by ICD’s Ricardo Nicanor Jacinto.  The presentation tackled the accelerating advances in technology over the past years, and the

future of companies in the digital age.  Mr. Jacinto discussed the technologies that used to exist only in movies but are now being utilized in our era. 

He also discussed the role of Big Data and Blockchain in today’s setting and provided a cautious reminder on the implications of the emerging technologies in the marketing, entertainment, health, and political sectors.  The presentation also touched on detecting disruptions and sustaining innovation, providing examples of how emerging technologies affect established corporations and institutions.

For the second part of his presentation, Mr. Jacinto tackled the dangers of today’s high-tech world.  Among the discussions were cyber threat metrics, cyberspace, and the role of cyber security in combatting vulnerabilities that companies could face.  He finished his presentation with a discussion on what company directors can and should do to ensure their respective companies’ resilience against cyber attacks.

The second speaker was Reynaldo Mark Cruz Jr., Information Technology Systems and Services Director of ICTSI’s flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT).  Mr. Cruz discussed blockchain technology and its difference from traditional banking, as well as the current blockchain scenario–possible business relevance, advantages, and potential downside. 

Lastly, William Wayne Quesang of ICD talked about the environment, social and governance (ESG).  Mr. Quesang discussed the importance of the ESG Rating and its comparison to credit ratings, as well as how the ratings are processed.  The presentation pinpointed which ESG issues are significant and which risks expose them. 

The presentation also highlighted the uses of the rating using examples pertaining to an industry player, as well as an industry report on transportation infrastructure. 

Also in attendance were Shiela Panares, a SEC representative, and the ICTSI Global Corporate Legal Affairs Team.

Pakistan International Container Terminal (PICT) embraces independence as a divine blessing and vows to play its role in the development of Pakistan. This was the message of Khurram Aziz Khan, PICT Chief Executive Officer, to employees during a simple ceremony last August commemorating Pakistan’s 71 years of independence.

L E V E L U P

N E W S B R E A K

“We are optimistic about the country’s prosperity in the years to come. We constantly pray that as we move forward each day, PICT will continue to grow as a symbol of excellence for our country in the world stage,” he adds.

The ceremony started with a flag raising followed by the singing of the national anthem and traditional cake-cutting.

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Contecon Manzanillo (CMSA), as part of its commitment to protect the environment and its surrounding communities, took part in the tree planting initiative organized by the National Forestry Commission (NAFOCOR) last 19 August.

With the motto “I plant my future,” the event aims to strengthen the green areas of the community through the participation of the port community, private institutions, and other stakeholders from Manzanillo, Colima and other nearby communities. 

More than 2,000 individuals gathered at the Emiliano Zapata School common grounds to plant 2,500 species of trees including coral, purple rose, and spring.  The tree planting covered a total of three hectares.  At the same time, the event promoted family bonding through meaningful activities while teaching children the importance of caring for the environment.

The activity was attended by David Rodri-guez Brizuela, CONAFOR State Manager, who was accompanied by Gonzalo Ortiz, CMSA Institutional and Government Relations Director; Sergio Agustin Morales Anguiano, Colima Rural Development Secre-tary; Sergio Sanchez Ochoa, SEMARNAT Federal Delegate; Raul Sandoval Calderon, Grupo Hazesa Director General; and repre-sentatives from PROFEPA, CONAGUA, TV Azteca, and other private institutions.

I C T S I C A R E S

CMSA joins CONAFOR’s reforestation driveBy Paulina Perez-Guerrero

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Last August, Contecon Manzanillo (CMSA) completed the delivery of the remaining four out of five houses the Company has pledged for the survivors of the October 2017 Oaxaca earthquake.

The turnover was spearheaded by David César de la Vega, CMSA Human Management Director; Paulina Perez-Guerrero, CMSA Social Responsibility and Communication Coordinator; Joao Boto de Matos Caeiro, b_root Studio Architect; and Martin Pineda, Juchitan Cultural Director.

“With this initiative, Contecon Manzanillo–as part of its corporate social responsibility–confirms its commitment to generate value to society.  We aim to establish the foundations for the well-being of our citizens through short-, medium- and long-term sustainable development of our entire community,” said Ms. Guerrero.

The construction of the houses was done in partnership with the architecture firm b_root studio, with the first house delivered last February.

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CMSA completes house donations to Oaxaca earthquake survivorsBy Paulina Perez-Guerrero

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Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) continued its tradition of sharing meat with local communities in commemoration of Eid-al--Adha or Feast of Sacrifice last August.

BGT staff led the distribution of packaged meat to nearby communities as families went out to the streets to meet the staff.  Surrounded by small children, it was

heartening to see the appreciation as BGT personnel handed the gifts.

“In today’s economy, companies play an important role in the communities where they operate.  They create jobs, improve infrastructure, and facilitate the flow of do-mestic and international trade,” said Phillip Marsham, BGT Chief Executive Officer. 

He adds: “BGT has a tradition of contribu-ting to local communities and supporting several good causes.  The simple sharing of meat is one of our meaningful Eid traditions we celebrate together with communities in Umm Qasr.”

I C T S I C A R E S

BGT celebrates Eid-al-Adha with Umm Qasr communities

By Sheeba Khan

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Hundreds of residents crowd Independence Avenue to watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup finals that saw France edging Croatia.

Madagascar International Container Terminal organized a free live broadcast of the recent FIFA World Cup matches in Toamasina.  Football fans flocked to Independence Avenue where a large LED screen was set up for the broadcast, which lasted three weeks.

Considering the appeal of the sport to the community, the Company decided to offer a live-viewing of the tournament–the first event of its kind in Toamasina.

MICTSL organize live broadcast of World Cup in Toamasina

By Michael Ratrimo

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The ICTSI Foundation conducted relief operations to help thousands in Pampanga, Marikina, and Cavite after a typhoon and monsoon rains hit most parts of Luzon last August. 

In Pampanga, the Foundation–in partnership with Subic Bay International Terminal Corp.–distributed 16,000 grocery bags in the towns and municipalities of Lubao, Minalin, Guagua, Apalit, Sto. Tomas, Masantol, and Macabebe.

In Cavite, the Foundation aided more than 1,000 residents in the host community of Cavite Gateway Terminal.  On the other hand, donations for Marikina were turned over to the office of Congressman Romero Fedredrico Quimbo.

ICTSI Foundation rolls out relief efforts in Pampanga, Marikina, CaviteBy Joy Lapuz

Pampanga

Cavite

Marikina

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The Parola Inter-Agency Network (PIAN) – Health Cluster, in partnership with the Family Planning Organization of the Philippines and the Manila Social Hygiene Clinic, spearheaded a two-day seminar on adolescent reproductive health for 12 teens from the Parola community.

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), through the Parola Inter-Agency Network–Education Cluster, distributed school supplies to 200 parola senior high school students and employee dependents.

ICTSI believes in providing the youth with access to education to promote inclusive

economic and social development.  With the K-12 Program already in place, a considerable number of students who finished junior high school find it hard to continue to senior high school due to financial constraints.  The donation, which included assorted school supplies, is a simple way to encourage these students to continue with their studies.

Parola youth undergo adolescent reproductive health seminars

By Cyrah Karmina Albat

Senior high school students, employee dependents receive school suppliesBy Cyrah Karmina Albat

A total of 12 young individuals underwent training to become Peer Educators armed with knowledge about current social issues like high rates of early pregnancy and prevalence of sexually transmitted infections like HIV and AIDS.  They also trained on how to become effective communicators and facilitators.

A month later, the 12 individuals facilitated their own adolescent reproductive health seminars for 180 other peers from the community.  Each of the five sessions tackled family planning and STI prevention.

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Rubber Tired GantryPrime Mover

Top Equipment OperatorsM A N I L A I N T E R N A T I O N A L C O N T A I N E R T E R M I N A L

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Quay Crane1

RAYMUNDOMAMARIL JR.

2 JONADAB MIRANDA

3 BONIFACIO FALLORINA

4 CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA

5 JOSE DAGPIN

6 MELCHOR PELIAZAR

7 MICHAEL BALDO

8 EDUARDO DALUPAN

9 MARLON SUAN

10 RALDY LIDO

1FLORENTINO DE GUZMAN

2 ELMER DISONGLO

3 DANILO DAYANAN

4 TOMAS CASPILLO

5 JOEL DELOS SANTOS

6ANTHONY CABALQUINTO

7 RAMIRO DE GUZMAN

8 GARRY FRANCISCO

9MICHAEL PANGANORON

10 FEDELIX GADOR

1 MINARD DY

2 PATRICK BERNARDO

3 ANDRO SALUIB

4 BRUNO BARTOLINI

5 REGINO YONTING

6 SHERWIN DALAGON

7 MANUEL MARIBOJOC

8 REXANDER TOLOSA

9 ROMY SALAC

10 EDMAR RIVERA

Side Lifter/Stacker1 ARMANDO BASCO

2 ROY ECHEVARRIA

3 ROLANDO BAYSA

4 RODEL MEDINA

5 DANNY GARCIA

6 ALLAN ALMEÑE

7 MICHAEL LAYAM

8 JAY MORANDARTE

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Toamasina

MADAGA S CAR

NOTHING LESS THAN MADAGASCAR’S MOST MODERN PORTBRINGS THE MOST CLASSIC VANILLA TO THE REST OF THE WORLD.

Madagascar International Container Terminal Services Ltd. handles 90 percent of the island nation’s containerized cargo. That cargo includes vanilla beans: the top export of Madagascar, which supplies anywhere from 50 to 75 percent of global supply.

Located in Toamasina, Madagascar’s commercial hub, MICTSL is part of the nation’s infrastructure development drive. Having initially invested in the port’s modernization, computerization,

and equipment upgrading, MICTSL continues to improve ef� ciencies at the port.

Such enhanced capabilities help ensure the careful and precise handling that these fragile

vanilla beans require. As Madagascar keeps its distinct edge—the noted depth, richness, and

classic � avor of its vanilla—and continues to play a leading role in the spice’s billion-dollar global

market, MICTSL is committed to its strong supporting role in the island nation’s economic development.

MICTSL continues to invest in the port, ensuring that the terminal can support the highest levels of potential trade growth for Madagascar over the long term.

Madagascar International Container Terminal Services Ltd.10 Rue Du Commerce, Ampasimazava BP 138 Toamasina 501, Madagascar

+26120 53 352 04 to 06 +26120 53 352 07 [email protected] | [email protected] www.ictsi.com

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HEAD OFFICEICTSI Administration Bldg., Manila International Container Terminal MICT South Access Road, Port of Manila, Manila 1012, Philippines

+632 245 4101 +632 245 2245 [email protected]

Toamasina

MADAGA S CAR

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Madagascar International Container Terminal Madagascar International Container Terminal Services Ltd.Services Ltd. handles 90 percent of the island nation’s containerized cargo. That cargo includes vanilla beans: containerized cargo. That cargo includes vanilla beans: the top export of Madagascar, which supplies anywhere the top export of Madagascar, which supplies anywhere from 50 to 75 percent of global supply.

Located in Toamasina, Madagascar’s commercial hub, MICTSL Located in Toamasina, Madagascar’s commercial hub, MICTSL is part of the nation’s infrastructure development drive. Having is part of the nation’s infrastructure development drive. Having initially invested in the port’s modernization, computerization, initially invested in the port’s modernization, computerization, initially invested in the port’s modernization, computerization,

and equipment upgrading, MICTSL continues to and equipment upgrading, MICTSL continues to and equipment upgrading, MICTSL continues to and equipment upgrading, MICTSL continues to improve ef� ciencies at the port.improve ef� ciencies at the port.improve ef� ciencies at the port.

Such enhanced capabilities help ensure the Such enhanced capabilities help ensure the Such enhanced capabilities help ensure the careful and precise handling that these fragile careful and precise handling that these fragile careful and precise handling that these fragile

vanilla beans require. As Madagascar keeps its vanilla beans require. As Madagascar keeps its vanilla beans require. As Madagascar keeps its vanilla beans require. As Madagascar keeps its vanilla beans require. As Madagascar keeps its distinct edge—the noted depth, richness, and distinct edge—the noted depth, richness, and distinct edge—the noted depth, richness, and

classic � avor of its vanilla—and continues to play classic � avor of its vanilla—and continues to play classic � avor of its vanilla—and continues to play classic � avor of its vanilla—and continues to play a leading role in the spice’s billion-dollar global a leading role in the spice’s billion-dollar global a leading role in the spice’s billion-dollar global a leading role in the spice’s billion-dollar global

market, MICTSL is committed to its strong supporting market, MICTSL is committed to its strong supporting market, MICTSL is committed to its strong supporting market, MICTSL is committed to its strong supporting role in the island nation’s economic development.role in the island nation’s economic development.role in the island nation’s economic development.role in the island nation’s economic development.

MICTSL continues to invest in the port, ensuring that the MICTSL continues to invest in the port, ensuring that the MICTSL continues to invest in the port, ensuring that the terminal can support the highest levels of potential trade terminal can support the highest levels of potential trade terminal can support the highest levels of potential trade growth for Madagascar over the long term.growth for Madagascar over the long term.

Headquartered in Manila, Philippines, International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) is in the business of port development, management, and operations. Independent of shipping, logistics, or consignee-related interests, ICTSI works transparently with all port community stakeholders. Operating in both developed and emerging market economies—in Asia Pacifi c, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa—ICTSI has received global acclaim for its port privatization partnerships with governments.