Project logistics
Description
Glossary
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Term |
Definition |
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OOG (Out of Gauge) |
Cargo exceeding standard container dimensions—requires flat racks, open tops, or breakbulk handling. |
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Breakbulk |
Cargo loaded individually (not in containers)—common for heavy machinery, steel, pipes. |
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Heavy Lift |
Single piece too heavy for standard cranes—needs specialized lifting equipment or floating cranes. |
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RORO (Roll-on/Roll-off) |
Vessel where wheeled cargo drives on and off via ramps—used for vehicles and mobile equipment. |
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Flat Rack |
Container without sides/roof—holds wide or tall cargo that won’t fit in a box container. |
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Open Top |
Container with removable roof—loaded from above for tall cargo using cranes. |
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Lashing |
Securing cargo with chains, straps, or wires to prevent movement during transport. |
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Spreader Bar |
Lifting beam that distributes crane load across multiple pick points—protects cargo structure. |
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GA Drawing (General Arrangement) |
Technical diagram showing cargo dimensions, weight distribution, and lifting points. |
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Phased Delivery |
Scheduled shipments timed to match construction or installation milestones at site. |
Heavy lifts need ground-truth planning.
Alexandria and Ain Sokhna ports handle heavy lifts up to several hundred tonnes with floating cranes and RORO ramps. Inland route surveys check bridge load limits, overhead clearances, and turning radii—skipping this step risks cargo stuck mid-route. Permits for exceptional loads can take 2–4 weeks through Egyptian authorities; start applications the moment equipment specs are confirmed. Police and utility escorts are mandatory above certain width and weight thresholds, adding coordination but ensuring safe passage. Energy, mining, and infrastructure projects often require phased deliveries tied to construction schedules—build buffers for weather and port congestion. Tip: Share GA drawings and lifting points early; crane and trailer selection depends on exact dimensions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Project cargo includes pieces that are oversized, over-weight, or technically complex—such as heavy machinery, long pipes, modules, or complete plant equipment.
Ideally at the engineering and procurement stage so transport limits, packaging, and site access are considered before equipment is manufactured.
Yes—we plan routes, maneuvering space, crane positions, and delivery windows with site teams to avoid clashes with other trades and operations.
For time-sensitive or high-risk moves, we set up round-the-clock communication, milestones, and on-site supervision until the last piece is delivered.
We ask for GA drawings, weights, center of gravity, lifting points, origin and site layout, schedule constraints, and any special HS or permit requirements.