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JAS Spain Transports Sculpture Set for the United Nations 77th Anniversary Ceremony

Renowned Spanish Artist Relies on JAS Spain’s Expertise to Safely Transport Sculpture Set

By
Ricardo Molinero
November 1, 2022
Left to right : Cristóbal Gabarrón (the artist) Rupert Cefai (Curator of the exhibition), Owen Bonnici (Minister of Culture of the Republic of Malta), Ian Borg (Minister of Foreign Affairs of Malta), Clayton Bartolo (Minister of Tourism of Malta), Carlo Micallef (Director of Malta tourism Autorithy) Daniel Azzopardi (Ambassador of Malta in Spain) José M. Muriel (Ambassador of Spain in Malta), Christopher Cutajar (Permanent Secretary for Foreign, European Affairs & Trade ) and Cris Gabarrón (President of the Gabarron Foundation).
Left to right : Cristóbal Gabarrón (the artist) Rupert Cefai (Curator of the exhibition), Owen Bonnici (Minister of Culture of the Republic of Malta), Ian Borg (Minister of Foreign Affairs of Malta), Clayton Bartolo (Minister of Tourism of Malta), Carlo Micallef (Director of Malta tourism Autorithy) Daniel Azzopardi (Ambassador of Malta in Spain) José M. Muriel (Ambassador of Spain in Malta), Christopher Cutajar (Permanent Secretary for Foreign, European Affairs & Trade ) and Cris Gabarrón (President of the Gabarron Foundation).

JAS Spain recently had the opportunity to partner once again with renowned Spanish artist Cristobal Gabarrón in moving the sculpture set Enlightened Universe on time and in perfect shape for its central role in celebrating the United Nations 77th Anniversary in Valletta, Malta.

The sculpture set was sent under tight delivery deadlines from Spain to Malta via sea. It was then delivered to St. George's Square (Pjazza San Gorg) in the heart of Valletta, Malta. The sculpture was then mounted and exhibited. Those attending the opening ceremony included Owen Bonnici, Malta Minister of Culture; Ian Borg, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Clayton Bartolo, Minister of Tourism; and the artist himself, Mr. Cristobal Gabarrón.

Enlightened Universe, an interactive sculpture, was originally created by Gabarrón in 2015 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the United Nations. The stainless-steel sculpture is made up of a 20-foot sphere surrounded by a spiral of 70 life-size figures holding hands. In total, the sculpture weighs 24 tons, and the up to 6’5” figures represent the world’s diversity and together honor the United Nations’ core values.

About JAS Spain

JAS Spain, headquartered in Madrid, was founded in 2010.Currently, it is one of the most dynamic logistics companies in the country, specializing in freight forwarding and supply chain solutions.

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This milestone agreement marks a collaborative step forward for the maritime industry, ensuring stability and growth in the years to come.

JAS Argentina is honored as a Great Place to Work for the 5th year in a row, recognizing its commitment to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Buenos Aires, Argentina –– JAS Worldwide is proud to announce that its Argentina office has been recognized as a Great Place to Work for the fifth consecutive year. This award highlights the teams commitment to creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

The recognition as a Great Place to Work is based on direct feedback from employees and reflects JAS Argentina’s dedication to upholding the highest standards in workplace excellence.  

“We are honored to receive this recognition for the fifth year in a row,” said Patricio Pranzetti, Managing Director of JAS Argentina. “Our team is the heart of our success, and this achievement reflects their passion, dedication, and commitment to building a workplace where everyone can excel. Together, we will continue to create a culture of innovation, trust, and excellence.”

JAS Argentina’s recognition underscores the company’s broader global vision to create a unified, inclusive, and engaging work environment across all its offices. By investing in people, processes, and technology, JAS Worldwide empowers its employees to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions to customers around the world.

JAS Argentina is honored to celebrate this milestone alongside its talented team and looks forward to continuing its legacy of excellence in the years ahead.

Arctic transport in action.

JAS Projects and JAS Sweden are proud to share an exciting achievement in heavy transport, executed deep in northern Sweden near the Polar Circle. This unique project involves the movement of oversized cargo through challenging winter conditions, where temperatures plummet as low as minus 15 degrees Celsius. 

The cargos dimensions are impressive: 

  • Max Weight: 240 tons 
  • Max Length: 49 meters 
  • Max Width: 6.5 meters 
  • Max Height: 5.15 meters 

Transporting such massive loads requires meticulous planning, technical expertise, and flawless teamwork—all of which were on full display as our team worked tirelessly to ensure safe and efficient delivery through the icy terrain. 

Luiz Dos Santos, Project Coordinator at JAS Projects, accompanied the operation and shared his firsthand experience. For Luiz, this was his first opportunity to be on-site for a heavy-lift transport, and it proved to be both thrilling and educational: 

"A thrilling mission in the far north. I accompanied the heavy transport from start to finish through the icy winter landscape of northern Sweden. It was an extraordinary and impressive experience to see the required precision and flawless teamwork with my own eyes. The execution, as well as the planning, are significantly more complex than they often appear from the desk. So, it was all the more helpful to have experienced the entire process firsthand."

This operation is a testament to the team's commitment to excellence, even in extreme environments. From intricate planning to navigating unpredictable Arctic conditions, the success of this transport highlights our ability to deliver solutions tailored to every challenge. 

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