Case
Over-Height Equipment Transportation
A North American energy company entrusted us with transporting a 6-meter-high, 28-ton transformer from Ningbo, China to the Port of Los Angeles, USA. The cargo exceeded standard container height limits, presenting multiple challenges such as coordinating specialized trailers with the port, handling complex customs procedures, and obtaining local transport permits in the U.S.
Challenges Encountered
Difficult port handling: The transformer exceeded the capacity of standard lifting equipment, making conventional cranes unsuitable.
Road transport restrictions: Some routes had height restrictions, preventing normal transport vehicles from passing.
Complex customs and permits: The U.S. has strict regulations for over-height cargo, with long approval cycles for customs and local permits.
Solutions
Optimized loading plan: Utilized an open-top container + over-height specialized trailer, combined with auxiliary lifting equipment, to ensure safe port handling.
Route planning & coordination: Communicated with local transport authorities, adjusted the route to avoid height-restricted bridges, and applied for temporary permits.
Customs & compliance management: Prepared all documentation in advance and applied for U.S. transport permits, monitoring the approval process to ensure on-time clearance.
ltimately, the transformer arrived safely at the Port of Los Angeles with zero incidents. Through flexible planning and professional execution, the delivery was completed on schedule, and the client highly praised our expertise and problem-solving capabilities throughout the transport process.
Extra-wide mechanical transport
A European shipyard entrusted us with transporting a 5.5-meter-wide, 18-ton shipbuilding machine from Tianjin, China to the Port of Bremen, Germany. Due to the cargo exceeding standard container width limits, the transport faced numerous challenges, including road width restrictions, limited bridge and tunnel clearance, complex port crane coordination, and Germany’s strict regulations for over-width cargo. Upon receiving the assignment, we conducted detailed measurements and analysis, developing a scientific transport plan that utilized a flat rack container with an over-width specialized trailer, combined with wooden crate packaging and full lashing to ensure cargo stability and safety throughout the journey.
Prior to transport, we communicated extensively with local traffic authorities and port management, planned the route to avoid width-restricted sections, and applied for temporary permits. During transit, certain bridges had limited clearance, making conventional vehicles unusable. We promptly adjusted the transport strategy, using low-profile trailers for specific segments and assigning experienced personnel for on-site supervision. At the port, due to the excessive width, standard lifting equipment could not operate, so auxiliary lifting devices were employed, and close coordination with the port and shipping company ensured safe and successful loading onto the vessel.
Throughout the international transport, cargo condition was continuously monitored, and any potential issues such as vibrations or bumps were immediately addressed. Ultimately, the machine arrived safely at the Port of Bremen and was delivered to the client’s factory for immediate use. The client highly praised our professional planning, operational execution, and emergency response capabilities, noting the confidence and trust they felt throughout the process. This over-width machinery transport not only demonstrated our expertise in specialized container transportation but also highlighted our ability to provide efficient, flexible, and reliable service for complex international logistics projects
OOG Transportation
A European machinery manufacturer entrusted us with transporting a 25-ton, 12-meter industrial machine from Shanghai, China to Hamburg, Germany. Due to its oversized and overweight dimensions, the cargo could not be transported in a standard container, posing significant challenges for transport planning, equipment handling, and customs clearance.
Upon receiving the assignment, we conducted detailed measurements and developed a 3D loading model, selecting an open-top container and ultra-low flatbed trailer for transport. During container loading, specialized trailers were used along with wooden box packaging, lashing, and vacuum protection to ensure cargo stability throughout the journey.
To guarantee smooth customs clearance, all documentation was prepared in advance and special transport permits were obtained, allowing the cargo to pass export procedures without delay. The cargo was shipped via international sea freight to Hamburg, Germany, with continuous monitoring to ensure safe and stable transit. Upon arrival, we provided DAP post-delivery services, delivering the equipment safely to the client’s factory and assisting with installation.
Throughout the entire process, the cargo arrived undamaged and was delivered on schedule, achieving 100% customer satisfaction. This project highlighted our expertise in oversized and specialized container transportation, as well as our ability to manage complex international logistics projects with precision and risk control.