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Wet Towing and Float On Rig Operation in Indonesia

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Wet Towing and Float On Rig Operation in Indonesia

Ben Line Agencies (Indonesia) have recently completed another Offshore Project (Wet tow and Float On) handled by our Integrated Logistics Division. The scope was to provide wet towing analysis & execution, Tugs, Vessel and Operational permits.

Our Team organized and co-ordinated with the project owner, vessel owner, and local authorities to deliver a smooth operation.

Zero damage, Zero incident, On Time.

Well done to all involved in this project !

Ben Line Agencies (Indonesia) – Employee Development

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Ben Line Agencies (Indonesia) – Employee Development

Ben Line Agencies Indonesia maintain regular “Port and Depot Visits” as part of our Induction program, and also as refresher for existing staff. The site visits to Port and Depot allow the team to directly observe and understand the workflow and activities at seaport that are integral to our business,  and their role in delivering excellent service to our customers.

The development of our people and network is the driving force for our business and stated in company mission statement “To bring together our network of great people who consistently achieve excellence in maritime & logistics solutions” https://benlineagencies.com/mission-statement-values/

This program provides additional insight for all the employees helping them to add value to our clients and partners. We are proud to be part of Ben Line Agencies family!

Float Off and Tow Operation of Rig Semi-Submersible HLV to Shipyard in Riau Island, Indonesia.

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Float Off and Tow Operation of Rig Semi-Submersible HLV to Shipyard in Riau Island, Indonesia.

Ben Line Agencies Indonesia were appointed to handle operations for Float Off and Tow Operation of Rig to Shipyard in Riau Island, Indonesia.

With suitable project planning,  the well-organized Ben Line Agencies team successfully completed this project with co-ordination of parties involved – client, vessel owner, project owner, and local authorities, without delay and damage “on time”.  Ben Line Agencies’ scope was to provide the Harbor Tugs mobilized to operation site, and full vessel/permit agency for HLV. 

This is not the first Float On/Off project Ben Line Agencies Indonesia has handled,  we have a track record of managing various similar operations across Indonesia.

Indonesia Cruise Port Development – Lombok

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Ben Line Agencies Indonesia was proud to handle the maiden cruise vessel port call at the new purpose built Gilimas facility in Lombok.

Local Port Authority, Pelindo III, has invested in this facility in order to boost the tourism industry within Lombok. Whilst not yet fully completed, the facility will include new jetty, cruise terminal, as well as commercial facilities and business park for containerized and bulk cargoes.

Ben Line Agencies Indonesia has a wealth of experience in the cruise sector, handling many of the major brands for their vessel operations, port calls, owners matters and regulatory advise for their Indonesian activities.

For further information for any Indonesia matters, please contact daniel.pitts@benline.co.id

Banjarmasin Office wins Customs Award

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Ben Line Agencies Indonesia, Banjarmasin branch office, is proud to receive recognition from local customs authority as “Best Agency – Compliance & Legality”. This evaluation is based on all local agencies’ performance during 2019.

Well done to all staff who have contributed to this notable achievement! Ben Line is committed to compliance and fair operations in all areas of our business activity.

For further details regarding any Indonesia matters, please contact daniel.pitts@benline.co.id

Ben Line Agencies’ global partner – WaterFront carves new territory with Houston move

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18 July 2019 – Global port agency business, WaterFront Maritime Services (WaterFront) has today opened a local agency office in Houston, Texas. The company, which is one of the world’s largest port agency networks, says its Houston office has been established to help charterers, owners, and operators to manage their risk in this strategically important high-volume location.

WaterFront’s Houston office is managed by newly appointed Director for North America Lars Westerberg, a port agency industry veteran who was formerly Regional Director Americas for Seven Seas and Managing Director of Wallem Americas. Prior to these roles, Westerberg also served as Regional Managing Director of Inchcape Shipping Services in North and Central America.

The team in WaterFront’s Houston office will attend vessels directly from Corpus Christi to Lake Charles, including all terminals and all facilities. The Houston office will also serve as the regional hub for WaterFront in North, South and Central America including the Caribbean and is linked to WaterFront’s existing regional hubs in Dubai and Kuala Lumpur to provide 24-hour coverage to its global client base.

Terry Gidlow, Chief Executive Officer of WaterFront, commented:

“On a global basis we see how significant political developments, evolving trade policies and rapid shifts in the supply and demand of raw materials and bulk commodities are impacting traditional trade patterns. Meaning our clients are faced with a whole new range of opportunities and challenges in executing their day to day business. With the opening of our Houston office we are able to bolster the presence we have in other major oil & gas import/export and refining centres such as the Middle East and in Asia.”

The WaterFront global network currently handles more than 45,000 port calls per year through a network of 483 offices in 93 countries worldwide. Unlike other global agencies, Waterfront focuses on providing port and husbandry services for vessels transporting coal, grains, iron ore, minor bulks as well as crude oil, clean and dirty products, chemicals and gas. The company also handles the husbandry requirements of 3rd party and in-house ship managers.

WaterFront’s Director for North America, Lars Westerberg, commented:

“By focusing on specific commodities, we can work with customers operating in this region to add quantifiable value to their businesses. Our work is all about understanding our clients business and their  specific needs and then using our local knowledge and relationships to assist them to mitigate their risk, turn their vessels and cargoes around faster and save them money, while maintaining the highest levels of  safety and compliance.”

Terry Gidlow, chief executive officer of WaterFront, added:

“Lars and his team in Houston bring to the table decades of local experience and relationships in ports and terminals throughout Texas. The Regional Hub function of the Houston office also serves to give our clients in North and South America better access to our Global network.“

WaterFront was established by leading regional ship agency businesses Sharaf Shipping Agencies and Ben Line Agencies in 2016. WaterFront is headquartered in Dubai with commercial offices in China, Singapore, Dubai, Norway and the USA. WaterFront has strategic partnerships in the rest of North and South America with renowned local partners such as ACGI on the west Coast of the US and Canada, UNIMAR in Brazil and the Ultramar group in Spanish-speaking South America. For more information about the organisation, visit www.waterfront-ms.com

Sumbagut II Power Plant Project

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Project Outline:

Ben Line Agencies has successfully handled the unloading of project cargoes. The operations were performed in Blang Lancang Port, Lhokseumawe, Aceh. During this project, Ben Line Agencies had mobilised one unit spacer barge, one unit mobile crane 65 Ton, five units  of lowbed and also supported by vessel’s crane 450 Tonnes.

Challenges Faced:

  • Draft at terminal
  • Arrangement and mobilization of heavy equipment to site
  • Implementing a safe workplace best practices to prevent and incident or accident during project

Project Solving Process:

  • Utilize spacer barge to secure vessel in suitable draft and stable position
  • HSEQ performing a detailed inspection for all units to ensure compliance
  • Perform daily safety tool-box meeting prior to starting the work

Indonesia – “Zero Accident” Safety Award

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Ben Line Agencies Indonesia was recently awarded by Total with certification to recognize “Zero Accident” for activities under our responsibility. This relates to the Logistic handling of ISO tanks, including administration, trucking, storage and discharge operations arranged by Ben Line Agencies.

Close co-operation with our vendors, and compliance to our ISO standard operating procedures helps to ensure these safe operations.

For further information related to Ben Line Agencies Indonesia, please contact Daniel.pitts@benline.co.id


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Indonesia – Sorong Branch Office Wins Customs Award

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We are pleased to announce that our Sorong branch office was recognized and awarded certification by the local customs authority during their recent annual gathering with all stakeholders from the marine and logistics community. Recognition as the ”Best Marine Agent for Obedience and Compliance to Customs Regulations and Procedures”, was a great reward for our branch office’s efforts in executing daily activities in an efficient and compliant manner.

Our Sorong office was established in 2017 to cater to the growth in the eastern region of Indonesia for all aspects of cargo shipments and offshore activity. Further details can be obtained via our Jakarta head office. Click here for contacts.