contents www.World-Grain.com VOLUME 26 NUMBER 10 OCTOBER 2008 FEATURES 28 Seeking greater efficiency Global shipping industry looks to ship loading and unloading equipment manufacturers to provide solutions that will reduce costs. 34 Important port GBHL is moving ahead with expansion plans at its Port of Mombasa facility. 40 28 In it for the long haul? Numerous factors will determine whether moving grain in containers is a secular or cyclical trend. 48 Port news roundup A review of recent developments in the world's grain handling ports. 54 E.U. biodiesel industry feel sting of subsidies European Commission launches investigation into alleged unfair dumping, subsidizing practices originating in the U.S. 60 DDGS storage and handling challenges Careful consideration of storage requirements and discharge rates can help ensure long-term success in handling the ethanol byproduct. 64 40 Biofuels news roundup A review of recent developments in the global biofuels industry. 70 Grain operations Hazard assessment, equipment and system selection, documentation and maintenance are all part of a successful fall protection program. 74 Feed operations Correct blending and accurate mixing requires a team effort between nutritionists, millers and raw material buyers. 79 Book review Last book of the Cargill trilogy focuses on how the company has evolved during the past 30 years. DEPARTMENTS 06 08 10 20 Editorial Calendar World Grain News Grain Market Review: Coarse grains www.World-Grain.com / World Grain / October 2008 22 83 85 86 Country Focus: Chile Supplier News Products and services Advertiser Index/ Fax Back Form 54 ON THE COVER: This VIGAN ship loader on the Caspian Sea at the Aktau Grain Terminal has a capacity of 350 tph and is part of new logistic improvements in Kazakhstan and nearby countries. Photo courtesy of VIGAN. ©Copyright 2008. Reproduction of the whole or any part of the contents without written permission is prohibited. All information is published in good faith. While care is taken to prevent inaccuracies, the publishers accept no liability for any errors or omissions or for the consequences of any action taken on the basis of information published. 5http://www.World-Grain.com http://www.World-Grain.com