your expert in cocoa transportation

YOUR EXPERT IN COCOA TRANSPORTATION

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MSC, YOUR PARTNER IN THE JOURNEY OF COCOA

If there’s one product loved the world over and forever in favour, it’s chocolate. This global obsession means a constant demand for cocoa, and therefore for a reliable, responsive supply chain where every party fully understands the complexity of the bean-to-consumer cycle. Experts estimate that demand for cocoa will rise a further 30% by 2020, and with over 95 % of the world’s cocoa grown by small scale farmers, it’s no wonder the pressure is on to find the right transportation partners for this special commodity.

As a world leader in global container shipping, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company prides itself on

offering global service with local knowledge. Over the years, our local teams in Africa, Asia and Latin America, have developed a strong expertise in all of the aspects related to cocoa transportation.

In Africa, MSC is present in over 40 countries, with offices in Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon – undeniably some of the major producing countries.

We’re proud of our credibility and our deep understanding when it comes to the world of cocoa. MSC clearly is the perfect partner for the critical journey of this high-demand commodity.

The Ivory Coast produces approximately 35% of cocoa’s global supply on its own.

In 2015 it exported 1,285,988 Tons of cocoa beans (whole or broken, raw or roasted, ITC calculations based on UN COMTRADE statistics), followed by Ghana (661,850 Tons), Cameroon (237,380 Tons) and Ecuador (236,072 Tons).

Cocoa exports

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MSC IN IVORY COAST

Ivory Coast leads the world in cocoa production, and the port of San Pedro is the main harbour for cocoa exports. Through our global network, MSC can connect the country to the main trade centres of the world. Our key strengths in Ivory Coast are:

• A dedicated team in Abidjan and San Pedro

• Regular trade services

• Fast and reliable transit times

• 24/7 container availability

• Our own terminal at San Pedro (TSP - Terminal San Pedro)

• Our subsidiary MEDLOG (land transport, stevedoring and handling)

In Abidjan and San Pedro, MEDLOG manages several warehouses, including three dedicated to the cocoa, cotton and cashews storage. Our equipment is composed of more than 190 trucks, 520 trailers, 15 box loaders, forklifts, etc.

We care for the safety of your cargo. Our trucks are equipped with a GPS allowing for real-time localization, alarm in case of itinerary change and a speed control system. We are working with one of the best security companies of the country in order to protect our warehouses and monitor the moves of our containers.

A security department was created in order to supervise all of these efforts.

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AT THE HEARTOF THE COCOA VALUE CHAIN

The quality of cocoa products is primarily determined by the quality of the raw cocoa. Cocoa itself will not improve after it leaves the farm gates, but, it is critical that it is carefully preserved during transportation.

At MSC, we understand the sensitivity required in the care of cocoa beans throughout their journey. We work closely with exporters, brokers and importers to ensure the commodity arrives in the very best conditions

possible. Our extensive knowledge and experience tells us that cocoa beans should be shipped shortly after harvest, as extended storage (>6 months) may result in losses due to the high relative humidity in the tropics.

It’s this understanding which means we’re able to guide our customers in shipment options of either containerized or conventional.

Cocoa imports

As the primary regions for chocolate manufacturing, Europe and the United States are the main importers of post-processing cocoa products. The top five biggest importers in 2015 included the Netherlands, the USA, Germany, Belgium and Malaysia (source: ITC, International Trade Centre)

GROWING

HARVESTING

FERMENTING AND DRYING

MARKETING& SALES

PRESSING

CHOCOLATE MAKING

CONSUMER

ROASTING & GRINDING

PACKING

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TRANSPORTATION M S C

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THE COCOA SEASON

The timing of the cocoa harvest varies from country to country, depending on the climate and the variety of cocoa; however, most countries have two peak production harvests per year. In West Africa, 70% of the production is harvested between October and March.

GHANA

SEP-MARMAY-AUG

JAMAICA

DEC-MARAPR-NOV

PANAMA

MAR-JUNJUL-FEB

VENEZUELA

MAR-SEP

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

APR-JULOCT-JAN

INDONESIA

SEP-DECMAR-JUL

MEXICO

OCT-FEBMAR-AUG

TOGO

OCT-MARAPR-SEP

MAR-JUNDEC-JAN

ECUADOR

IVORY COAST

OCT-MARMAY-AUG

NIGERIA

SEP-MARJUN-AUG

TRINIDAD

DEC-MARAPR-NOV

COSTA RICA

JUL-FEBMAR-JUN

HAITI

MAR-JUNJUL-FEB

MALAYSIA

OCT-DECAPR-MAY

SRI LANKA

NOV-FEBMAR-OCT

CONGO,DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC

SEP-MARAPR-SEP

GRENADA

APR-NOVDEC-MAR

LIBERIA

OCT-MARAPR-SEP

PAPUA NEW GUINEA

APR-JULOCT-DEC

CAMEROON

SEP-FEBMAY-AUG

BRAZIL

OCT-MARJUN-SEP

COLOMBIA

APR-JUNOCT-DEC

MAIN AND MID CROP SEASONS

MAIN CROPMID CROP

Source: International Cocoa Organization (www.icco.org)

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MSC COCOA EXPORT PROCESS

Every single cocoa journey we organise for our customers receives the highest level of attention and expertise. Our highly experienced team take huge pride in supporting each step of the export process, from guiding customers through appropriate and country-specific procedures, to helpfully suggesting advice around shipment preparation.

MSC customers know they can rely on the very best service, from the moment they make their booking, to the loading of their container on board the vessel.

Our role is to be the partner you can trust at every step.

* New customs rules 2-5 days in Ivory Coast due to VGM process

BOOKING RECEPTION AND CONFIRMATION

BY MSC

BOOKING TRANSMISSION

TO STEVEDORING

CONTAINER SELECTION

POSITIONING

GATE IN TERMINAL FOR

LOADING

PRE-STACKING*

STUFFING

PREPARATION /DRESSING

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CONTAINER SELECTION PROCESS & PREPARATION

As part of our export process, we help our customers with the selection of the containers as well as their inspection, followed by a careful preparation. Our local team of experts will provide guidance on the appropriate materials to use. At MSC, we understand the importance of preserving the condition of our customers’ cargo from the moment it is loaded until the moment it reaches its delivery point.

The inspection of containers includes: • Cleaning to eliminate dirt (such as grease or oil, for

instance) and odour• Checks for cracks or holes, or rust• Checks to ensure there’s no deformation of the

lateral sides of the container• Verification that the container is water-tightWe then prepare the containers depending on the packing: in bags or in bulk.

MATERIALS USED FOR LOADING BAG LOADING BULK LOADING

Iron bars •

Liner bag •

Dry bags (Humidity absorbers to provide protection from moisture damage. The amount of humidity absorbers depends on the transit time as well as on the weather conditions at the port of loading and port of discharge.)

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Liner sheet • •

Simple corrugated cardboard sheet •

Double corrugated cardboard (new lining material) •

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CONTACTS

ABIDJAN AGENCYMediterranean Shipping Company Côte d’IvoireAs agent of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A., Geneva“MSC-CI” Treichville Zone PortuaireRue des Galions 18, B.P. 2792,Abidjan 18, Ivory CoastT: +225-21 75 66 66 | F: +225-21 75 66 60E: [email protected]

EXPORT SERVICET: +225-21 75 97 61E: [email protected]

IMPORT SERVICET: +225-21 75 68 57E: [email protected]

MARKETINGT: +225-21 75 68 58E: [email protected]

SAN PEDRO AGENCYMEDLOG, Zone Portuaire Immeuble ex-DouaneBoulevard de la République 01,B.P. 187, San Pedro 01, Ivory CoastT: +225-34 71 94 50 | F: +225-34 71 83 35E: [email protected]

COMMERCIAL SERVICET: +225-34 71 94 51E: [email protected]

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