Heavy and Out-of-Gauge Cargo Transportation
With lowbed, multi-axle modular trailers, hydraulic platforms and special loading equipment we move cargo weighing hundreds of tons by road. Our engineers calculate the center of gravity, lashing plan and axle load distribution so transport safety is guaranteed from the start.
Route Survey, Permit and Escort Management
In out-of-gauge transportation, bridge heights, curve radii and road load capacities are measured in advance. Özd Global obtains special transport permits from every country along the route, organizes police and private escorts and coordinates temporary infrastructure adjustments where needed.
Multimodal Project Transportation
Project cargo often requires a combination of road, sea (breakbulk, RoRo, heavy-lift vessel) and sometimes air charter. Özd Global combines all modes in a single project plan and manages port crane capacities, vessel schedules and on-site delivery conditions from start to finish.
How is project logistics planned?
Unlike standard freight, heavy and out-of-gauge cargo transportation requires weeks of planning. The process starts with a review of the cargo's technical drawings and center of gravity; our engineers determine the trailer type, axle count and lashing plan. A route survey follows: bridge heights, curve radii, road load capacities, power lines and temporary obstacles are measured. Special transport permits are obtained from every country, police and private escorts are organized and, where needed, temporary adjustments to obstacles along the route are coordinated.
Heavy-lift equipment: lowbed, modular trailers and cranes
Depending on cargo weight and dimensions we use 2-4 axle lowbed trailers, hydraulic modular (SPMT) trailers for cargo above 100 tons and extendable semi-lowbed vehicles for long loads. Mobile cranes, hydraulic jacking systems and skidding equipment are planned for loading and offloading. On the sea leg breakbulk, RoRo and heavy-lift vessels are used; on the air leg freighter charter options are activated. Özd Global determines the equipment combination for each project by balancing cost and safety.
Which industries benefit from project logistics?
Power plants and wind turbines, oil and gas facilities, cement and mining equipment, factory relocations and production line installations, transformer and generator shipments, boat and yacht transportation, prefabricated buildings and steel structure projects are the main applications of project logistics. In these projects the delivery date is usually tied to the site schedule; Özd Global prevents crane and crew waiting costs with just-in-time delivery aligned to the on-site installation plan.
Standard transportation vs. project logistics
| Criteria | Standard Transportation | Project Logistics |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo dimensions | Within standard vehicle / container limits | Out-of-gauge, above 24 t, special |
| Planning time | 1-3 days | 2-8 weeks |
| Equipment | Tilt trailer, container, standard vehicle | Lowbed, modular trailer, crane, special vessel |
| Permits and escort | Not required | Special permits, police / private escort |
| Pricing | Tariff based | Fixed project price after survey |
| Responsible | Operations team | Single project manager |
How It Works
What happens step by step in the Project Logistics process?
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Survey and engineering
Cargo dimensions, weight and center of gravity are examined; the loading and lashing plan and suitable equipment are determined.
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Route survey and permits
Bridge, tunnel and road capacities along the route are measured; special transport permits and escorts are organized.
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Transport operation
The move is carried out with lowbed, modular trailers, cranes and, if needed, vessel or charter combinations, accompanied by the project manager.
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On-site delivery
The cargo is offloaded at the site or plant, positioned at the installation point and the delivery report is issued.
Why Özd Global?
Single project manager
One contact responsible for the whole process from planning to delivery.
Engineering approach
Safe transport with axle load calculations, lashing plans and risk analyses.
Multimodal solution
We combine road, breakbulk, RoRo and charter options in one plan.
Industry experience
Heavy-lift transportation experience in energy, construction, machinery and infrastructure projects.
Main Routes and Destinations
- Heavy and out-of-gauge transportation within Türkiye
- Türkiye – Europe project cargo transportation
- Türkiye – Middle East and Iraq project logistics
- Türkiye – Caucasus and Central Asia project transportation
- Energy and infrastructure projects in Africa
- Port-to-site breakbulk and RoRo operations
Required Documents
Documents that should be ready before dispatch; our team guides you on anything missing.
- Technical drawing and weight data of the cargo
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Special transport permits (obtained by Özd Global)
- Insurance policy (all-risk recommended)
- Site access and offloading conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cargo requires project logistics?
Any cargo exceeding standard trailer dimensions (about 13.6 m x 2.45 m x 2.7 m) or the 24-ton payload limit falls under project logistics: machinery lines, transformers, generators, wind turbine blades, boats and prefabricated structures, for example.
How long does project transportation planning take?
Between 2 and 8 weeks depending on cargo size and route. Permit procedures take the most time, so we recommend starting planning with Özd Global as early as possible.
How is project logistics priced?
Pricing is calculated per project based on cargo dimensions and weight, route, required equipment, permit and escort costs and port/crane services. After a detailed survey Özd Global provides a fixed-price project quote.
What is out-of-gauge cargo?
Cargo exceeding standard vehicle dimensions (about 13.6 m length, 2.45 m width, 2.7 m height) or the 24-ton payload limit is called out-of-gauge; it requires special permits, equipment and usually an escort.
How is insurance arranged for project transportation?
For high-value project cargo, all-risk cargo insurance is arranged on the full value of the goods; crane lifting and on-site operations can also be included in the cover.
Do you also provide crane and offloading services?
Yes. We plan crane capacities at the port and on site, organize mobile cranes and offloading crews and deliver the cargo to the installation point.
