IT matters in the Port of Rotterdam 
We have updated you before on the technological infrastructure in the Port of Rotterdam. Yet, another update on the Port Information System Port Infolink will increase security and efficiency in the Port of Rotterdam. With the new modules Notification dangerous goods, Notification waste disposal and Statement harbor dues installed in may, and a total hardware renewal in the first week of June, the Port of Rotterdam shows that IT matters!
This is also the path Vulcaanhaven walks. We try to stay ahead in terms of our IT infrastructure and we seem to succeed. Recent improvements have increased productivity, efficiency and accuracy. If you want to see it yourself, or test our capabilities, just contact our . |
This Month's Features: IT matters in the Port of Rotterdam Rotterdam: Port of Steel European Championship 2008 Vulcaanhaven enjoys strong network Joke of the Month Safety guaranteed at Vulcaanhaven terminal Fenex Conditions - A Reminder Not all containers scanned in 2012 Sparta Rotterdam Donation to the Johan Cruijff Foundation Contact Information |
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Rotterdam: Port of Steel  The processing of steel products is increasing rapidly over the world, with an all time high last year of 1.5 billion tonnes in 2007. Countries like China, Brazil, Russia and India are the main drivers behind this increase. The increase in total export of these countries, stimulates ports around the world to invest in steel handling terminals and possibilities.
At Vulcaanhaven we also see an increase of the importance of steel. If you have any questions concerning the possibilities of teaming up Vulcaanhaven with the handling of steel, please contact our and we will be happy to assist you! As a frequent reader of our newsletter you might know that Vulcaanhaven supports the Johan Cruyff foundation. This foundation founded by Johan Cruyff in 1997 supports projects and organisations that try to improve the physical and mental health of children by playing sports. This includes the support of sports for physically and disabled children, but also the building of Cruyff Courts (small soccer pitches in the city). Every year the Cruijff foundation organises a soccer tournament for it sponsors, and this year was the first time that a Vulcaanhaven team participated. It turned out to be a wonderful day in the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam. As always motivated to perform well, Vulcaanhaven did not lose in the first group phase. Not even to a team that consisted of Johan Cruyff himself and former players of the Dutch national team. However, due to a worse scoring balance than the team of Johan Cruyff, our team did not continue to the semi-finals. During the entire day, everybody enjoyed themselves. Therefore, on behalf of the team, we would like to thank our CEO Hans Meeuwisse for this opportunity to learn the tricks of the trade from the master Johan Cruyff himself. PS Ofcourse we made a lot of pictures. See below for a team photo with Johan Cruyff himself, and click here for the entire album. 
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European Championship 2008: fun, but watch your planning
As outspoken sports fans the Vulcaanhaven staff keeps track of the European Championship soccer this summer in Austria and Switzerland. We trust most of our clients do too, but do so only in a relaxed atmosphere. As you are used to when dealing with us, Vulcaanhaven takes care of your business, even when such an exciting event takes place. Therefore we would like to inform you that due to this tournament, transportation will be difficult in these countries from the 8th until the 29th of June. Especially around the cities Klagenfurt, Innsbruck, Salzburg and Vienna, where the actual matches will take place. Please keep these data in mind when planning your business, just as we will. For more information, please contact our . Safety guaranteed at Vulcaanhaven terminal 
At Vulcaanhaven we live up to our customers safety expectations of our customers. We strive to be one of the safest terminals in the world. With video surveillance 7 days a week, 24 hours a day we keep a close watch on your cargo. In addition, we have 24/7 facility security in order to make sure nothing happens with your material that you don't want! So remember, your material is safe in our 24/7 secured warehouse with video surveillance! That is the Vulcaanhaven Standard. Fenex Conditions - A Reminder  For many years
Fenex conditions apply when working with Vulcaanhaven. A
copy in your language can be downloaded through the links below, or
sent upon request. Also in 2007 the Fenex conditions apply and it
should be noted to clients in their dealings with warehouses, including
Vulcaanhaven.Reference to these conditions is made on all our invoices and correspondence. Fenex Conditions download: English, German, French
Not all containers scanned in 2012
When it is up to Laszlo Kovacs (Euro commissioner taxes and customs), not all containers shipped from the port of Rotterdam to the United States of America will be scanned with an X-ray. Originally this was the plan, starting from 2012, but the Euro commissioner expects that this would lead to an unacceptable loss of efficiency in the Port of Rotterdam. Kovacs hopes that the Americans will 'come to sense' and won't go through with the 100% rule that was intended. Part of the hope of Kovacs is based on the switch of government that is coming up in the coming year in the USA. A more mildly government is expected, which would allow different measures to be sufficient to protect the nations security. Furthermore the argument that such scans would only create fake safety feelings, since not all harmful content can be seen on a scan anyway.
To be sure, Jan Kees de Jager (Dutch State Secretary of Finance), will design a plan to implement the 100% checks as quickly as possible when they do become compulsory. This way, we can be quicker and more efficient in the future, something Vulcaanhaven is always trying to be.
Vulcaanhaven enjoys strong network Vulcaanhaven has always been proud of it's strong network around the world. This allows us to get additional business, interesting partnerships and good rates for our clients. A recent example is the increase of fuel prices. Vulcaanhaven nurtures a strong network of transport companies that deliver your cargo all over the world. The use of this network allows us to offer you competitive prices, even with this increase of fuel prices. That's Vulcaanhaven standard!  Sparta
RotterdamEven though the season is over, Sparta has to overcome a severe loss. Technical Manager Danny Blind has been contracted by Ajax. This means that Sparta will have to look for a new Technical Manager, and replacing Danny Blind (42 games for national team, 372 games for Ajax) will be hard. Even so, we are confident that Sparta will continue the upward trend of the end of last season. This means that we have tickets available again for each home game. You are welcome to join us if you want, we are just one phone call away! If you want to see one of the home games please let us know. Also next season we will be able to take you to the matches of Sparta. A game at Sparta is always a big happening, with a great atmosphere. You will enjoy it with us.  |
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Joke of the Month Golfing "How was your game, dear?" asked Jack's wife Tracy. "Well, I was hitting pretty well, but my eyesight's gotten so bad I couldn't see where the ball went," he answered. "But you're 75 years old, Jack!" admonished his wife, "Why don't you take my brother Scott along?" "But he's 85 and doesn't play golf anymore," protested Jack. "But he's got perfect eyesight. He would watch the ball for you," Tracy pointed out. The next day Jack teed off with Scott looking on. Jack swung and the ball disappeared down the middle of the fairway. "Do you see it?" asked Jack. "Yup," Scott answered. "Well, where is it?" yelled Jack, peering off into the distance. "I forgot." |
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You have seen this logo on our newsletter for quite some time now. The Johan Cruyff Foundation is becoming more and more known. Worldwide the name itself does more than just ring a bell. The Johan Cruyff Foundation supports sports and play for children worldwide. Special attention is being paid to children with a handicap. Please remember: Sports are for everybody! For more information, please visit their website. (more information: ) |
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