Press Logistics Group in partnership with AIDN NSW and Hunternet have successfully in gained Defence Industry Innovation Centre Funding to conduct our “Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) in the Defence Environment” 2 two-day workshops. To be held in April 2012, the workshops will be run for the benefit of defence industry, AIDN and Hunternet member companies in Newcastle and Sydney.

Nicholas Press, PLG MD, commented, “PLG is very pleased to expand our course offerings this year with the introduction of our ILS workshops. We are looking forward to providing this effective training to assist other businesses across the Defence Industry in 2012”. The course has been designed to train individuals who are new to Defence procurement or those with limited understanding of Integrated Logistics Support, its requirements, considerations and the importance it plays in the procurement process.

Press Logistics Group is pleased to announce under contract to Nova Systems, PLG has been selected to assist the Australian Defence Force on Joint Project 2077 – The Military Integrated Logistic Information System (MILIS) in the role of Capability Coordination Support.

MILIS is a single logistic information system to enable end-to-end management of Defence’s integrated supply chain. MILIS is designed to support logistic processes for Australian Defence Force units and headquarters in both barracks and field environments. This includes support to deployed forces operating in locations with interrupted communications and will lay the foundation for improved financial management, integrated supply, inventory management, maintenance, movements and distribution throughout the Australian Defence Organisation.

Nicholas Press, PLG MD, commented, “PLG is very pleased with our recent engagement by Nova to assist with the MILIS implementation. I take great pride in the fact that many organisations in the Australian marketplace are recognising the quality and experience of our people. We look forward to assisting the Australian Defence Force and Nova on this important project.”

Press Logistics Group is pleased to announce as a part of Nova Systems’ comprehensive bid, Nova and PLG have been successful in its tendering for a position on the Defence Simulation Support Panel, a multi-year contracting panel for Australian Defence simulation work.

The primary purpose of the Defence Simulation Support Panel is for the ADF to plan for and then conduct the disposal of Defence capabilities. Defence endeavours to squeeze all the available life out of a capability and simulation provides an excellent tool to help determine the when and how to remove a capability from Defence’s inventory as well as analyse the effect of doing so. The use of simulation assists the ADF in reducing costs, mitigating risks and assist in the smooth transition to a new capability where that is necessary.

PLG applied and was successful in the following four areas:

1. Simulation Business and Process Analysis
2. Project Management
3. Integrated Logistic Support and Life Cycle Management of simulation systems
4. Delivery of Training and Simulation Operations

Nicholas Press, PLG MD, commented, “PLG is excited to continue to grow our relationship with Nova and build a long and very positive relationship with the Australian Defence Simulation Office (ADSO). We are delighted with this result. We look forward to assisting the Australian Defence Organisation on their training and simulation needs now and into the future.”

On Friday 21st of October 2011 Nicholas Press had the pleasure of representing Press Logistics Group at the annual CILTA National Transport & Logistics Industry Excellence Awards held at the Melbourne Aquarium. With eight award categories, there were 32 nominations from over 10 different CILTA sections. Of particular note, on an individual level there was the professional and young professional of the year categories of which Nicholas was listed as a finalist.

Press Logistics Group would like to congratulate the 2011 Winners:

T&L Industry Professional of the Year – Don Bletchly FCILT
T&L Industry Excellence for Safety – QR National
T&L Industry Excellence for Technology – QLD Transport & Main Roads
T&L Industry Excellence for Community Service – Toll NQX
T&L Industry Excellence for Professional Development – DB Schenker
T&L Industry Excellence for Environmental Sustainability – Strategix Training Group
T&L Industry Customer Service Award, Medium Category – APS Group
T&L Industry Customer Service Award, Large Category – Forest Coach Lines
T&L Industry Young Professional (Under 35yrs) – James Hucker

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Finalists for the 2011 Australian Supply Chain and Logistics Awards have been announced ahead of the event on November 11.

The ASCLA is the longest-running national awards program in the industry. Having served the industry for more than 50 years, they are the most-recognised and esteemed awards for an individual, or company to be awarded. With record submissions this year the quality of the finalists is outstanding.

Supply Chain Management Award

The aim of this award is to encourage and acknowledge the outstanding achievement of an organisation that has demonstrated significant achievement in managing the integration of supply chains. The trophy was first awarded in 1984 and is dedicated to Doug Beattie.

Finalists are:

Bestrane Group and Westfield Sydney
Bing Lee and Paperless Warehousing in partnership with InterDev and Gamma Solutions
Nestle Australia
Salad Fresh
Santos and Toll Energy
Schenker Australia
Super Retail Group
Waste Contractors & Recyclers Association of Queensland (WCRAQ)
Woodside Energy.

Training, Education & Development Award

To be presented to the company or institution that best demonstrates a significant achievement in aspects such as recruitment process, training, HR systems, formal education and development programs which is both relevant to and promotes the supply chain and logistics industry. The trophy was first awarded in 2002 and is dedicated to the late Professor Peter Gilmour.

Finalists are:

Department of Transport WA
Mt Gravatt Coach & Travel
Press Logistics Group
TDT Victoria
University of Wollongong-Sydney Business School
Women Take the Wheel–Department of Transport and Main Roads Alliance.
Storage & Handling of Materials Award

This award recognises the significant achievements in the techniques and technology of materials storage and handling at any stage of the supply chain. Technology covers equipment and design techniques, including facilities design, and associated information and control systems. The trophy was first awarded in 1980 and is dedicated to Dexion’s founder, Demetrius Comino.

Finalists are:

COVS Parts
Nestle Australia.

Environmental Excellence Award

This award recognises corporate leadership contributing to the solution of environmental sustainability within our industry through performance and action. The trophy was first awarded in 1966 and is dedicated to Ken Pike.

Finalists are:

AWH Logistics
Central Queensland Intermodal Logistics Hub Lobby Group
Oxford Cold Storage
Schenker Australia
Strategix Training Group – Eco Drive
Waste Contractors & Recyclers Association of Queensland (WCRAQ).

Information Management Award

This award will go to the business that can best demonstrate it has made a significant achievement in the application of information technology within its supply chain. The trophy was first awarded in 1994 and is dedicated to the late Len Smith.

Finalists are:

Grays Online
Fremantle Ports
The Just Group.

Industry Excellence Award

This prestigious award recognises and acknowledges the outstanding achievements and contribution by an individual currently working within the transport, supply chain and logistics Industry. The judges will be looking for individuals who have demonstrated vision and leadership, shows innovation and not afraid to take risks. This trophy was first awarded in 1987 and is dedicated to Mike Munns.

Finalists are:

Jason Barclay, Manager Supply Chain and Logistics Development, Bluescope Steel
Ian Cocup, Senior Inventory and Procurement Supervisor, Stanwell Corporation
Mary Goodwin, Strategic Procurement Specialist, Stanwell Corporation
Allan Jones, Member of Consulting Staff, Jacobs Australia
Ian Lovell, State President, Refrigerated Warehouse & Transport Association
Paul McHugh, Queensland Committee Member, Supply Chain & Logistics Association of Australia
Tony Nichols, Distribution Centre Manager, Toll in2store
David Pierce, Director, Helicopter Logistics, Defence Material Organisation
Rick Ralph, Executive Director, Waste Contractors & Recyclers Association of Queensland.

Future Leaders Award

The purpose of this award is to provide incentive and recognition to young professionals who are working in and wish to continue their career path within the transport, supply chain and logistics Industry.

Finalists are:

Daniel Bull, Branch Manager Kewdale Operations, Mitchell Corp Australia
Matthew Cameron-Gardner, General Manager Business Development, Innovation Interactive Asia Pacific
Ryan Falconer, Senior Transport Planner, Arup
Nikki Hasicevic, Procurement Coordinator, Snap Fresh
Megan Kelly, Business Engagement Coordinator – iMX Project, Woodside Energy
Tristan Marshall, Manager, Pack & Send East Perth
James Nash, Business Development Manager Toll Group
Karan Sikand, Supply Chain Logistics Analyst, Schweppes Australia
Amy Vassallo, Senior Service Planner, Public Transport Authority of WA.

The winners of the 2011 Australian Supply Chain and Logistics Awards will be announced at a gala dinner on Friday, November 11 at the Burswood Entertainment Complex, Western Australia.

The 2011 ASCL Awards are proudly supported by Loscam, SupplyChain Review, Automotive Holdings Group, AMCAP, APC Storage, CEVA Logistics, Curtin University, Dematic, Rand, Strategix Training Group, VisiPro, COVS, KTM Sports Motorcycles, RMIT University, Schenker, Subaru, Supply Chain Services Australia, Toyota Autoparts and Toyota Materials Handling.

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Three seminars in Perth and Geraldton this week aim to help increase the productivity and competitiveness of small business.

Held by the Small Business Development Corporation, the Supply Chain Know How seminars will offer practical suggestions about developing an understanding of critical business processes from the start of the supply chain to the end consumer.

Expert presenter Nicholas Press from Press Logistics Group will discuss how effective movement of resources, materials, and people can ensure a smooth workflow and give a small business the competitive edge when bidding for local contracts.

Western Australia Small Business Minister Simon O’Brien says his government is keen to see local small businesses benefit more from the high levels of activity in the state’s mining and construction industries.

He believes the seminars will be of enormous benefit to a broad range of businesses.

“The seminars will give business owners information about how to reduce costs and compete effectively as part of a supply chain,” O’Brien says.

“Understanding how business fits within a supply chain, and knowing how to maximise productivity with best practice planning, distribution and inventory management can give small business owners a competitive edge when pitching for a greater share of the State’s economic growth.

“This is a unique opportunity for businesses to learn new skills that can translate directly into bottom line results from one of the nation’s leading experts in the field.”

The seminars will be held in Perth on September 27 and 29 and in Geraldton on September 28.

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Press Logistics Group is extremely proud to announce the presentation of The Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia’s (NSW) Training, Education & Development Award. Presented at the AIP/SCLAA New South Wales annual charity golf day at the Camden Lakeside Country Club, Nicholas Press was on hand to collect the award. Press Logistics Group was honoured with the award for PLG’s continued work in the education of Logistic and Supply Chain Management across Australia.

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia (CILTA) has confirmed its partnership with Press Logistics Group (PLG) to present a number of Seminars on Logistics and Supply Chain Management in 2012. Nicholas Press, Director of PLG said “The seminars presented throughout August this year proved to be a worthwhile initiative that allowed all those involved to gain new insight into Logistics & Supply Chain Management and more importantly its impact on business”.

PLG are able to confirm that our 2012 seminars are scheduled for Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in May and October of 2012. Please visit the Events page to confirm seminar details closer to the dates.

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