All J M Baxi articles
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ArticleGeopolitics casts a shadow over buoyant civil sector
Worldwide requirements for upgraded basic infrastructure, notably transport systems and public utilities, will continue driving long-term demand for new civil engineering projects. Shorter-term, though, geopolitical issues, notably repercussions from new USA-led international trade tariffs and the war in Ukraine, are likely to harm the sector. Phil Hastings reports.
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ArticlePDB approach reshapes project logistics involvement in civil sector
One of the more significant long-term trends in the global civil engineering sector, particularly relevant to project logistics providers, is the growing adoption of progressive design-build (PDB). This project delivery method promotes early collaboration between the design and construction phases to help mitigate delays and cost overruns. The shift is broadly welcomed by logisticians, who have long advocated for earlier and closer coordination across project stakeholders, writes Phil Hastings.
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ArticleNuclear power’s growth spurt
The nuclear power generation sector could be a panacea for the world’s energy needs. However, large-scale projects are often highly politicised and are subject to delays and cost overruns. SMR technology has been touted as an alternative, although this too faces public relations and permitting challenges, while development timelines are obscure. Project logisticians and heavy lift service providers remain sanguine on the prospects.
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ArticleDownstream O&G sector on cusp of transformation
In the words of a recent report published by the World Refining Association: “The downstream energy industry finds itself at the nexus of transformation, propelled by a mosaic of innovations, challenges and aspirations.” For heavy lift and project freight forwarding companies, one resulting challenge is to assess which sectors are likely to offer the best future business opportunities − and when.
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NewsJ M Baxi Heavy completes stern-on load-in at Krishnapatnam Port
J M Baxi Heavy completed the load-in of a 1,061-tonne bridge module at Krishnapatnam Port, India.
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NewsJ M Baxi completes Marjan module load outs
India-headquartered J M Baxi Heavy has completed its role in delivering three modules for the Marjan offshore field project in Saudi Arabia.
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NewsJ M Baxi completes TP 13 platform load out
India’s J M Baxi Heavy has loaded-out a 6,700-tonne platform topside module at Larsen & Toubro’s yard in Hazira.
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NewsJ M Baxi loads out a 5,700 tonne module for Marjan field
India’s J M Baxi has loaded-out a 5,700 tonne offshore process module destined for the Marjan oil field development project in Saudi Arabia.
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NewsWinner reveal: Overland Transport Provider of the Year 2023
The Overland Transport Provider of the Year was once again a hotly contended category, with our judges having to make some difficult decisions to separate the candidates. Taking home the trophy was Prism Logistics.
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NewsWinner reveal: Project of the Year 2023
This highly competitive category saw a range of impressive projects put forward, with our judges struggling to separate the top scores. CJ ICM emerged as the frontrunner.
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NewsLift capacity boosted at Paradip multipurpose terminal
J M Baxi Group has added a fourth Liebherr mobile harbour crane at Paradip Multipurpose Clear Cargo terminal, India.
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NewsShortlist spotlight 2023: Project of the Year
HLPFI reviews the shortlist for the 2023 Project of the Year, sponsored by Blue Bell Shipping.
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NewsShortlist spotlight 2023: Overland Transport Provider of the Year
HLPFI reviews the finalists for the 2023 Overland Transport Provider of the Year, sponsored by Goldhofer.
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NewsNhava Sheva Distribution Terminal receives mobile harbour crane
Nhava Sheva Distribution Terminal (NSDT), a unit of India’s J M Baxi Ports & Logistics, has taken delivery of a 100-tonne capacity mobile harbour crane.
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NewsHeavy Lift Awards 2023: Shortlist revealed
HLPFI is pleased to reveal the shortlist for the Heavy Lift Awards 2023. Take a look at the finalists in with a chance of taking home a coveted trophy.
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NewsJ M Baxi transports accommodation module
India-based project logistics specialist J M Baxi Heavy has delivered an accommodation module for the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation’s (ONGC) Mumbai High offshore oilfield project, off the west coast of India.
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NewsJ M Baxi Heavy handles offshore deck
J M Baxi Heavy has delivered a deck for the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation’s (ONGC) Mumbai High offshore platform located off the west coast of India.
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NewsJ M Baxi handles jacket move
India-based project logistics specialist J M Baxi Heavy has transported and loaded out a 5,320-tonne jacket.
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NewsMajor acquisitions on the horizon for J M Baxi
J M Baxi Group has signed an agreement to acquire Allcargo Logistics’ project forwarding and logistics business and provided a binding offer to acquire Lift & Shift India’s heavy and over-dimensional cargo logistics business.
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MHI charters UWL's Vestvind
June 15 - MHI Vestas has chartered United Wind Logistics' (UWL) specialised deck carrier Vestvind to transport turbine components to Belfast for the Walney Extension wind park off the UK west coast.