JSA Global Limited

In the spirit of this year’s Olympics ‘Kisses from Kestrel’ will be supporting Charity through Sporting Activities in 2012.

the Editor — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:57:38 +0000

The first recipient is Izo Shalhav from Iscont Lines Haifa office. Izo has for some time has supported charity work through his cycling in Israel and in March will be undertaking a 4 day 400 kms bike ride “Good Wheel 2012”.

Izo explains

“This unique bike ride will raise money to benefit over 2000 disabled children who train at the Israel Sport Center for Disabled Children.
Activities in more than 15 different fields of sport are used at this incredible centre to rehabilitate the bodies of the disabled, to strengthen their spirits and to integrate them into Israeli society.

You all know my passion for sports and love of children and Israel. This ride gives me the opportunity to combine them all, to do a good deed for such an important cause while exploring the beautiful landscape of Israel. I will face an exciting physical challenge in a ride that contributes to the well being and to the morale of the disabled children.”

Good Luck Izo, and we look forward to posting photos of the ride itself.

“Andy Thorne listed in the “Freight’s Global 100” – The top one hundred people behind global freight ….”

the Editor — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:41:13 +0000

Andy Thorne has been named in the prestigious IFW and Lloyd’s Loading List top 100 most influential people in the global freight industry. IFW, the leading freight and logistics news service and Lloyd’s Loading List have ranked the top 100 people internationally within air freight, logistics, rail, road and shipping, as well as those whose regulatory or political positions have considerable effect on the global freight business.

In order to establish a criteria to base their selection on, IFW took into account all the major elements of a logistics provider whether that be haulage, warehousing, freight forwarding and looked for the qualities that make a true supply chain expert. In particular they looked for the ability to innovate as a principle factor, along with commitment to the industry’s good from a holistic viewpoint.

In the current climate, they also took into consideration the ability of leaders of companies to guide their organisation prior to and during a time of recession, and their plans for afterwards.

The individuals selected were not then ranked by number, as it was felt this would be too complicated a process, but were selected into the top 100 echelon of the International Supply Chain industry.

Within the UK, there are only 25 UK freight leaders selected, from across the variety of sectors mentioned above. Showing yet again, the strength of industry excellence exhibited by Andy Thorne; both personally and through the Kestrel group of companies.

This is another example of where the innovative approach undertaken by Andy and the depth and spread of his influence is felt. This latest accolade follows hot on the heels of the Companies’ selection as Finalists for the 2011 IFW Awards in the categories of Customer Service and Small to Medium Freight Forwarder, and also a finalist for Young Freight Fowarder of the Year for a younger member of staff. Outside of the freight industry, Andy was also a Finalist in the Entrepreneur of the Year for the National Business Awards, and for Customer Focus.

His recent recognition only goes to prove the strength of Andy’s position within both his chosen industry and also within British business in general.

Under such leadership Kestrel has continued to grow from strength to strength during difficult economic times, and it’s goals for 2012 are equally amibitious.

Reflecting back on the last couple of years, Andy commented “I am extremely proud to be part of both my industry and of course Kestrel and the brilliant team of people I have around me. Of course meeting HM The Queen as a recipient of The Queen’s Award for Enterprise, International Trade remains a huge highlight. I am continually amazed at the recognition I have received personally throughout 2011, and am fully committed to continuing to grow the company and looking at new and innovative areas to expand into”.

One such new area is Kestrel Renewables which is focusing on hybrid lighting that utilise both wind and solar energy to provide environmentally friendly power and lighting to anywhere in the world. The Kestrel brand has truly world-wide recognition synonymous with quality and excellence of service, and is driven by industry experts in areas from containerised freight (less than container and full container loads) to breakbulk, out of gauge, specialist oil and gas equipment to project management for complex supply chains.

Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year

the Editor — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:14:15 +0000

We would like to thank all our customers, colleagues and suppliers – old & new – for their support throughout the year, and wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year
From Andy Thorne, Chairman”

Congratulations Kestrel!

the Editor — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:11:01 +0000

National Business Awards Finalists Announced 2011

KESTREL LINER AGENCIES ANNOUNCED AS FINALISTS IN TWO CATEGORIES FOR 2011 !

‘These awards,they really do show off the best of British. Category after category, celebrating outstanding achievements. The true pride of Britain and the true wealth creators in our economy’
David Cameron, PM

Over 150 of Britain’s most innovative and sustainable public and private sector businesses have been announced today, Tuesday 2nd August, as finalists of the National Business Awards in partnership with Orange. Organisations shortlisted this year range from the well-known Debenhams, JD Wetherspoon, moneysupermarket.com, BSkyB, Majestic Wine and Supergroup – through to the rising stars of Ovo Energy, Door-Stop, ShortList Media and HeartSine Technologies.

The combined turnover of all finalists this year was £96bn, – if the National Business Awards finalist organisations were a country they would be a top 50 country in the world just behind Romania and ahead of New Zealand. Almost three times the size of Luxembourg.
Martin Stiven, Vice President of Business at Orange, part of Everything Everywhere, said:

“The National Business Awards, now in their tenth year, embody the core principles of business excellence, innovation and ethics, all of which are central to Orange’s company values. Reaching the finals of the National Business Awards is no mean feat and I am delighted that the calibre of entrants keep on improving. All finalists have demonstrated exceptional drive, resilience and innovation during challenging economic conditions. Many congratulations to all finalists and best of luck with the next stage of the competition, I very much look forward to the live judging in September and October.”

Kestrel Liner Agencies has been announced as Finalists in the Categories of :

“The Huawei Customer Focus Award”

• Appliances Online, Bolton, BL6 6QQ
• Charterhouse, Hatfield, AL9 5DA
• Door-Stop, Nottingham, NG17 6AF
• KAS Technologies Group, Oxfordshire, OX14 1AU
• Kestrel Liner Agencies Ltd, Basildon, SS14 3JJ
• Lovehoney, Bath, BA1 3EN
• LV=, Bournemouth, BH21 1NF
• Ovo Energy, Kemble, GL7 6BQ
• Pets at Home, Stockport, SK7 4LH
• Richmond Housing Partnership, Teddington, TW11 8GT

“The Entrepreneur of the Year Award”

• Alastair Lukies, Monitise, London, EC2N 2AT
• Andrew Thorne, Kestrel Liner Agencies Ltd, Basildon, SS14 3JJ
• Chris Whitelaw, I Spy Marketing, London, WC2H9JA
• Christian McBride, Genuine Solutions Group, Chessington, KT9 2NY
• Damian Milkins, ControlCircle, London, E14 4AB
• Lawrence Jones, UKFast, Manchester, M1 4BT
• Mike Tobin, TelecityGroup, London, E14 9GE
• Nick Price, Bright Purple Resourcing Ltd, Edinburgh, EH2 2PR
• Paul Lindley, Ella’s Kitchen, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 4QG
• Rob Lewis, Omnifone, London, W4 2NL

Finalists will now prepare to make their presentations in person before an independent, expert judging panel in September and October at the offices of Coutts & Co at 30 St Mary Axe.

The judges are:

For “The Huawei Customer Focus Award”:
Ms Natalie Calvert, Founder & Managing Director, Calcom Group
Mrs Jo Causon, Chief Executive, Institute of Customer Service
Ms Claudia Hathway, Editor, Customer Strategy Network
Mr Steve Morris, Head of Viewer Services, ITV
For “The Entrepreneur of the Year Award”:
Ms Natalie Calvert, Founder & Managing Director, Calcom Group
Mrs Jo Causon, Chief Executive, Institute of Customer Service
Ms Claudia Hathway, Editor, Customer Strategy Network
Mr Steve Morris, Head of Viewer Services, ITV

“The economic climate continues to present UK businesses with an unprecedented challenge: it is therefore particularly encouraging that the entries in this year’s National Business Awards have shown no drop in quality or performance. Congratulations to all finalists for demonstrating tremendous strength in their ability to adapt and innovate which no doubt reflects the resilience and optimism that are the hallmarks of UK enterprise”, said Baroness Bottomley of Nettlestone, Chair of Judges, the National Business Awards.

Organised by UBM plc, winners will be honoured at the National Business Awards gala dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, Tuesday 8th November, where George Osborne, the Chancellor of the Exchequer will deliver this year’s welcome address. Visit www.nationalbusinessawards.co.uk for a full list of all 2011 finalists.

We Are Moving !

the Editor — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:16:01 +0000

As of 4th July our new address is JSA Global Ltd, Unit 5, Summit Business Park, Langer Road, Felixstowe, IP11 2JB

JSA Global Ltd confirms the Lines it now represents

the Editor — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:48:36 +0000

Following on from Last week’s news regarding the new JSA Global Ltd business, we are now in a position to confirm some more detail in relation to the assets gained from the previous Johnson Stevens Agencies Ltd.

JSA Global Ltd, is proud to be representing the following lines :-

WEC
ISCONT
NILE DUTCH
CIDO (Port Agent Only)

Full contact details are as below :-

Tel : +44 (0) 1394 678678 www.jsagb.com

Email -

wec@jsagb.com, iscont@jsagb.com, niledutch@jsagb.com, cido@jsagb.com

All business will carry on as usual but under the banner of JSA Global Ltd and all suppliers should address their communication including invoices to JSA Global Ltd, China Shipping House, Walton Avenue, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 3HG. All customers should contact any member of the sales team.

Andy Thorne would like to give a very warm welcome to the staff who have come over to JSA Global and is delighted to have them join the Kestrel family.

For all further media information please contact: Mary Rudd

Mary Rudd PR
Tel: 01362 821415
Or: 07831 719573

ANDREW THORNE buys certain of the assets of Johnson Stevens (Agencies) Ltd

the Editor — Thu, 19 May 2011 12:38:48 +0000

One of the most entrepreneurial names in the shipping industry has agreed to buy certain of the assets of the Felixstowe-based Johnson Stevens Agencies from the Administrators, PKF.

Andrew Thorne, who owns several shipping companies in the UK and overseas, will take on certain of the shipping lines which were previously represented by the Johnson Stevens business with immediate effect, under the name JSA Global Ltd.

The Felixstowe-based business Johnson Stevens was forced to appoint an administrator after the company became subject to a European trade embargo through their representation of IRISL – the state-run Iranian shipping line. Prior to this troubled period for the business, Johnson Stevens had a rich and successful history and was the leading liner agent in UK.

Andy Thorne, already owns a number of successful shipping companies in the UK and overseas and he said: “This purchase makes our business the UK’s largest liner agency with a group turnover in the region of £50 million and employing over 150 people. This acquisition of Johnson Stevens assets and the lines it represents is good news for our company, the staff of Johnson Stevens and for all our principals.”
Kestrel Liner Agencies is a recipient of the Queen’s Award for International Trade; it was runner up in last year’s National Business Awards and operates from offices in London, Manchester (recently opened), the Humber, Aberdeen and now Felixstowe as well as a host of offices overseas.

This new addition to the Kestrel portfolio is a direct result of the entrepreneurial spirit of its owner Andy Thorne and is a strong reflection of his success in running profitable businesses within the international shipping market.

“I will be approaching the future of JSA with my usual energy and enthusiasm and we will ensure we continue to deliver an industry excellence in service and delivery which is a trademark of our shipping operations.” Mr Thorne added.

Cape Verde Islands

Frank Garnham — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 15:42:13 +0000

WEC Lines are pleased to advise in connection with their feeder partner Arnaud-Logis they are now offering weekly connection from Felixstowe, UK to the Cape Verde Islands.

This was trialled towards the end of 2010 connecting with the Portugal / NW Spain / Morocco (SPM) service. The success and subsequent interest shown in the service has resulted in WEC Lines offering this destination on a permanent basis.

Vessels sail ex Felixstowe every Tuesday (7 days transit) – transhipping at Setubal in Portugal to connect with the fort-nightly service of Arnaud-Logis to Sao Vincente, Mindelo and Praia, Sao Tiago (9 days transit) where further transhipment is offered to Santa Maria, Sal (5 days transit)

The line is offering its’ own 20ft / 40ft standard and 40ft high-cube containers.

With the continued commercial growth and development in the Cape Verde Islands, sitting about 500km off the African coast of Senegal in the Atlantic Ocean it is WEC Lines intention with its’ network of worldwide agents and current liner services to continue calls at this destination with the focus on being a major carrier to these islands

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to your rate enquiries.

Fuel surcharge increase now implemented

Michael Johnson — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:00:00 +0000

As previously mentioned the fuel surcharge has now increased to 11 percent. This will apply to all import and export haulages arranged on and after today, 01-02-2011.

Proud to sponsor BIFA’s “Young Freight Forwarder Awards” 2010

Chris Versey — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 12:00:00 +0000

The Young Freight Forwarder category is open to individuals, under the age of 30, with a minimum of two years’ employment in the freight industry.

Congratulations to Kristina Ahrens from Peters & May. The judges were impressed with Kristina’s passion for the industry and her determination to deliver the best service to the customer which has been borne out by a doubling in the trade she handles. Kristina enjoys the pressure of her job and takes dance classes and plays classical guitar to wind-down.

BIFA Freight Service Awards 2010