Important Information

All the Kuehne + Nagel offices in Thailand are open.

After having assessed the current mobility in the city centre, the company will continue operations on Friday, October 28, 2011, and Monday, October 31, 2011.

Nevertheless, the company is closely monitoring the situation.

The government of Thailand has declared five-day government holidays between October 27 (Thurs) and October 31 (Tue), 2011, as the flood water is expected to reach the city centre with a water height in the range of 20 to 50 centimetres.

Depending on the flooding situation and its associated impact on the general mobility in the city, Kuehne + Nagel will declare October 28 (Friday) and October 31 (Monday), 2011, as non-working days. 

During this period, a skeleton team will be deployed. It will be operating with the objective of best serving our customers under the current conditions. 

We will keep you informed.

The government has decided to let the runoff waters pass through Bangkok. 

Accordingly, about 4,000 million cubic metres of flood water from Ayutthaya is expected to reach Bangkok tomorrow. The huge water mass is predicted to reach up to one-metre high.

The government is considering declaring this Friday (October 28, 2011) as a special holiday for evacuation purposes.

In view of the high possibility of flooding in the city centre as well as in the districts in which Kuehne + Nagel premises are located, Kuehne + Nagel is closely observing the situation and making adjustments in its operations according to its contingency and business continuity plans.

We will keep you informed of further development.

Overflows have continued to flood areas near waterways in northern and some central parts of Bangkok.

The six Bangkok city districts which are now most affected by the flood are:

• Don Muang  (old airport area)
• Laksi  (only 10 km from the city center)
• Jatujak  (place of the famous JJ Market)
• Bangkhen  (Bangkok Northern district)
• Bangsue  (Bangkok Western district)
• Saimai  (Bangkok Eastern district)

The new Suvarnabhumi Airport and the Makkasan district, where the Kuehne + Nagel offices are located, are operating.

The Kuehne + Nagel warehouses in Bang Na are free from flooding but remain having a high-risk alert status.  

It is warned that Bangkok is entering the most critical time this week.

We are closely monitoring the situation.
 
October 24, 2011, is a public holiday in Thailand, and all the Kuehne + Negal offices shall resume operations on Tuesday, October 25, 2011.

Flood situation is still at level one. 

The nine districts in Eastern Bangkok currently on watch are:  Don Muang (Old Airport), Laksi, Bangkhen, Sai Mai, Lad Krabang, Kannayao, Minburi, Klong Samwa, and Nong Chok.

All watergates are now opened in an attempt to drain the northern runoff through Bangkok’s canals as fast as possible.

All Kuehne + Nagel offices and warehouses are operational. However, flooded areas and current traffic conditions have posed certain limits in the smooth execution of logistics activities.

More updates to follow.

Whilst the flood situation is still at level one, the government has issued evacuation orders around northern outskirts of Bangkok today.

The seven districts at risk of flooding are: Lat Krabang, Nong Chok, Minburi, Klong Samwa, Kannayao, Saimai and Bangkhen. The government is defending the eastern part of the capital by speeding up reinforcements of flood barriers to avert threats from rising floodwaters.

All Kuehne + Nagel offices and warehouses are open. However, extensive flooded areas and current traffic conditions have posed certain limits in the smooth execution of logistics activities, including sea and airfreight as well as contract logistics.

More updates to follow shortly.

It is officially announced that the Thailand flood situation remains at level one today. The government has issued another warning this morning that the capital of Bangkok could be at risk due to a large volume of northern runoff. Eastern Bangkok is currently under critical condition, and the government is attempting to safeguard the northern part of the city.

All the Kuehne + Nagel offices and warehouses are operational. However, sea and airfreight activities are being affected by the inundated road connections.

Cambodia is also being affected by flooding. Nevertheless, Kuehne + Nagel operations there are still running normally.

We will keep you updated of further development.

Thailand is being badly hit by major flooding, with floodwaters sweeping across two-thirds of the provinces in the country, especially those in the northern and central areas, Ayutthaya and those around the Chao Phraya River.

The run-off water has now reached Bangkok. The government has announced the opening of water flood gates to release the massive influx of water.  Furthermore, the flood water will be directed to the west and east of Bangkok City to preserve the Bangkok central district.

All the Kuehne + Nagel offices in Thailand remain operational. Nevertheless, the company has implemented its contingency and business continuity plans, whilst closely monitoring the situation and making necessary adjustments in its operations to best serve customers.

In terms of operations, seafreight and airfreight activities are not being seriously affected for the time being. CFS cargo will be safely stored in containers, while export shipments from Chang Mai to Bangkok are using deviated routes. Most of the container shipments are now diverted to Laem Chabang directly. Kuehne + Nagel warehouses have not been flooded.

We will keep you updated.

Hurricane Irene

Due to port and airport closures over the weekend of 27 and 28 Aug, due to Hurricane Irene, delays to your shipment may be expected. Kuehne + Nagel is doing everything possible to mitigate any delays, given the extraordinary circumstances.

For specific information please check KN Login or your local Kuehne + Nagel office.

Volcanic Ash Cloud starting to impact Northern European Airspace

The ash cloud has expanded across Northern Great Britain towards Northern Europe.

The air traffic in Northern Europe / Scandinavia as well as Northern Germany is being impacted.

Bremen and Hamburg have been closed as of 0500 this morning with Berlin expected to close at 1100. However, at this time, it is not expected that there will be any airport closures south of that area.

We are monitoring the developing situation with our airline partners at all levels. Customers can get continuous updates here (including airport statuses as they become available). Most up to date information is provided through our local offices.

Other valuable information is found at http://www.eurocontrol.int/

New Icelandic Volcano Activities

Following the eruption of the Grimsvoetn volcano on May 21, Kuehne + Nagel has been following the developments very closely.

As of noon today, there only had been airport closures in Iceland and Scotland affecting flights from / to these areas. Depending on continued volcanic ash output and wind conditions, the ash might start to affect the Northern European airspace within the coming 48 hours.

Kuehne + Nagel puts on standby its three emergency centers in Europe (Frankfurt), Asia (Hong Kong) and North America (Atlanta) to coordinate regional and local information flow with its customers.

We are monitoring the developing situation with our airline partners at all levels. Customers can get continuous updates here (including airport statuses as they become available). Most up to date information is provided through our local offices.

Other valuable information is found at http://www.eurocontrol.int/

Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan

-    All Kuehne + Nagel offices in Japan are operational
-    Ports of Sendai, Onahama and Hachinohe partially operational
-    Fuel supplies at Narita Airport slightly improved

Seafreight
The ports of Sendai, Onahama and Hachinohe have been partially reopened, however only for emergency goods shipments. The port of Tokyo has resumed normal operations.  

Airfreight    
The issue with the supply of fuel around Narita Airport area has been slightly improved. Nevertheless, there is still heavy congestion at the airport terminals and warehouses. Whilst a majority of airlines are operational, there are some which have diverted or suspended services at Narita Airport.

If new information is available, we will provide a further update.

Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan

-    All Kuehne + Nagel offices in Japan operational
-    Delays at major Japanese seaports
-    Congestion and delays at airport terminals
-    Public Holiday on March 21, 2011 – offices closed  

All Kuehne + Nagel offices in Japan are operational.

Seafreight
There are continuous delays at major Japanese ports that are operational. In addition, some shipping lines have announced adjusted service hours for their offices operating in Tokyo. Please closely coordinate with our seafreight operations team.

Airfreight
Congestion at Narita Airport terminals has been slightly eased. Nevertheless, delays in freight delivery are inevitable due to the accumulation of backlogs. Airlines are operational, however with delays or even cancellations of flights. Most of the carriers have lifted embargoes at origins, although there are restrictions on Narita-bound shipments. Please closely coordinate with our airfreight team.

Shortage of fuel and road disruption remain to be the major hurdles for the efficient provision of trucking services and long distance deliveries, especially to the north eastern part of Japan.

Please note:
Monday, March 21, 2011, is a public holiday in Japan.
Kuehne + Nagel Japan will resume operations on Tuesday, March 22, 2011.

Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan

-    Kuehne + Nagel offices in Tokyo and Narita Airport resume operations
-    Delays at major Japanese seaports
-    Shipping lines adjust services hours
-    Congestion and delays at airport terminals

The Kuehne + Nagel offices in Tokyo and Narita Airport resume operations as scheduled today, however electricity blackouts still affect business.

Seafreight
There are continuous delays at major Japanese ports that are operational. In addition, some shipping lines have advised adjusted services hours for their offices operating in Tokyo. Please closely coordinate with our seafreight operations team.

Airfreight
At present, there is strong congestion at Narita Airport terminals. This has resulted in delays in freight delivery. Airlines are operational, however with delays or even cancellations of flights. Some carrier partners have exercised embargoes on Narita-bound shipments.

Supply of fuel and road disruption remains to be the major hurdles for the efficient provision of trucking services and long distance deliveries, especially to the north eastern part of Japan.

Situation in Japan

-    Tokyo and Narita Airport offices resume operations from March 17, 2011
-    Airfreight office operating with skeleton staff today
-    Key staff accessible via E-mail

The Kuehne + Nagel offices in Tokyo and Narita Airport area will resume operations on Thursday, March 17, 2011. Nevertheless, Kuehne + Nagel Japan is very closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of its staff members.

At present, the Kuehne + Nagel airport office is operating with skeleton staff. All staff and managers are reachable via E-mail.

All the key ports in Japan are operational, except Sendai, Onaham, Oofunato, Kashima, Hitachinaka and Hachinohe. The company has been able to resume contacts with shipping lines, brokers and warehouse operators. Some carriers have advised of flexible rotation schedules, and they may skip calling Japan in view of increased radiation levels. Furthermore, due to the ongoing issues, the shortage of petrol and electricity blackouts, seafreight activities such as off-dock operations, container yard operations, consolidation, customs clearance and trucking services will be limited or are operating with delays.

We will provide further updates.

Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan

-    All staff in Japan safe
-    Kuehne + Nagel offices in Tokyo and Narita Airport closed until further notice
-    Airlines and shipping lines exercising embargoes on shipments to and from Tokyo
-    Shortage of fuel and power interruption in the impacted area
-    Major ports and related operations functioning
-    No trucking services

Everyone is very saddened about the recent events in Japan. At the same time we are pleased to inform that following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan all our staff at our offices in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya are safe and in good condition. There are no damages to the office buildings reported. All Kuehne + Nagel systems as well as telephone and facsimile facilities are operational.  

Nevertheless, due to the fact that radiation has been found in Kanagawa, which is located on the other side of Tokyo, Kuehne + Nagel has sent the entire staff at noon time today to safe areas, and has temporarily suspended operations in the offices in Tokyo and Narita Airport. In addition, there is continuous power interruption and shortage of fuel, which is limiting any operation.

The Kuehne + Nagel branch offices in Osaka and Nagoya are fully operational.