Project cargo
Industry-specific solutions for your project cargo
When choosing the ideal transport method for your project cargo, there are several important aspects that need to be considered. At DFDS, we fully understand these complexities. That’s why we go above and beyond—not only to streamline the entire process for businesses like yours but also to transform your project cargo logistics into a strategic advantage.
How can we help you?
You might assume our strength lies in our capability to handle project cargo for industries such as energy, construction, oil, gas, and mining. Or perhaps our expertise lies in heavy cargo transport, storage management, cargo security, and port operations. And you’d be right. Yet what truly sets us apart is our team of skilled professionals and our commitment to investing in the latest equipment and technology, ensuring seamless, end-to-end project transport. Our specialised project cargo services include:
- Multimodal transport solutions
- Heavy cargo handling
- Crane and lifting services
- Storage and transfer solutions
- Material securing and packaging
- Secure lashing
- Order tracking and monitoring
- Cargo condition surveys and insurance coverage
- Route surveys
- Post-delivery documentation management (CMR and FBL)
Why choose DFDS' project cargo services?
Innovative mega cassette and equipment solutions
Barge and rail connected terminals with ideal positions
A modern fleet of vessels, such as Ro-Ro, sideport, and container vessels
Lifting equipment and storage facilities for project cargo
On time, every time
When it comes to the project cargo industry, DFDS offers access to one of Europe’s most comprehensive freight shipping and logistics networks. Thousands of customers with businesses just like yours leave the project cargo management to us.
From sea to road and rail, DFDS’ dedication and expertise in project logistics ensures that your heavy products will be there on time, every time.
Project cargo services tailored to different industries
Depending on your industry, you may require a tailored solution for your project cargo. That’s where we come in. Drawing on our extensive experience across various sectors, we recommend the optimal approach to streamline the entire process. Whatever your industry, we deliver the right solution for oversized cargo. Here’s what you can expect:
- Asset-based 3PL and 4PL solutions
- Extensive European network for project cargo shipping and terminals
- Barge and rail-connected terminals ideally placed to serve all key areas in Northern Europe
- A modern fleet of vessels consisting of Ro-Ro, sideport and container vessels
- Innovative mega cassette and equipment solutions for optimised payload, cargo care, and agile project handling
- Lifting equipment and storage facilities for project cargo.
Digital tools to optimise your business
A dedicated DFDS Control Tower can manage the entire project cargo logistics process and will offer the following insights:
- Real-time, complete visibility of your cargo throughout its journey
- Enhanced data management via seamless integration solutions, boosting operational efficiency
- Simplified monitoring of stock and cargo movements through our advanced Online Warehouse Management System (WMS), Empirica
- Modern tracking technology enabling independent tracking of both units and trailers, with live trailer temperature monitoring and historical records for audit compliance
Talk to us
Please specify your project cargo shipping needs and we'll provide you with a rate.
Need help?
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