He was my mentor I was introduced to Robert Bell when I entered the shipping industry in 1964. From the very first day, Robert welcomed me unto the waterfront. At the time, he was with the Lascelles Group, which operated Church Street Wharf and...
“Our shipping industry thrives on respect, mentorship and encouragement,” Robert Bell once insisted, noting that the industry’s traditions of mutual respect and fraternity must be passed on to future generations. Bell, a former chairman of the...
Kingston Wharves Limited (KWL) copped the 2021 Port Industry Award of Excellence for Technology and Innovation recently. The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) and the Secretariat of Inter-American Committee on Ports (S/CIP) of the...
Selecting a carrier to handle your shipping needs can be a tough decision, especially if you do not understand the importance of freight forwarding, which is the coordination and shipment of goods between places. While freight forwarders are...
In part two of this discussion, we will explore the benefits and potential downsides of sea freight which businesses and individuals should consider when making transportation decisions. The types of goods that can be transported by sea freight...
Restrictions on crew change and repatriations are impacting cadets at a time when the shipping industry needs to recruit more young people. Crew travel problems can affect cadet training by preventing them from reaching ship placements to gain...
The recent vaccination blitz in Newport West resulted in the inoculation of nearly 600 persons. The blitz was staged by the Ministry of Health and Wellness, in partnership with the Port Authority of Jamaica, Kingston Wharves Limited (KWL), Kingston...
The holiday season approaches and while many people are planning to get ahead of the rush, those in the shipping and logistics industry are already in the thick of it. Peak season for the industry happens around August to October. The bustle...
Samuel Anderson dedicated his life to the shipping industry, spending over three decades working at the port of Kingston. Little did Anderson know that his spell there would make him the forerunner of his family’s involvement which spans three...
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Interests in Newport West, the island’s shipping hub, are encouraging their workforce to get vaccinated at a pop-up vaccination blitz in the community on Tuesday, September 28, and Wednesday, September 29. The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ two-...
For many businesses, international shipping is the ultimate goal to achieve a larger customer base and increased revenue. However, for that to happen, there must be consideration given to the best way to get their goods delivered into the hands of...
Many people opt to import a motor vehicle, whether due to preference or cost-effectiveness. However, it’s important to note that there are several steps that must be followed to ensure the process moves smoothly. The first move for anyone bringing...
In part two of this discussion, we will explore the possibility of clearing Customs without the use of a broker in Jamaica and highlight the point at which their expertise and experience are required. A customs broker can be of enormous benefit to...
Whether it’s personal effects or items for business, clearing Customs is an important aspect of importing goods into, or exporting from, a country. It is a procedure that may seem daunting to most, having specific requirements and documentation...
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