Safe Carriage of Project & Breakbulk Cargo

Project cargoes come in many shapes and forms and can be complex, high value cargo consignments (including large and heavy break-bulk shipments), that could be of a non-standard dimensions, shape and/or weight distribution. Examples include power transformers, wind turbine parts, cranes, battery equipment storage systems (BESS), helicopters, small vessels and prefabricated plant. These cargoes can be difficult to handle because of their size, shape, or weight and as such require special attention at every stage from loading through to stowage, securing, carriage and discharge.

Project cargoes are generally safe for carriage at sea, but they do require careful planning and risk assessment by all concerned parties, particularly shippers and carriers. If important factors are overlooked during the planning stage, there is a risk that these large and/or heavy cargoes may shift during the voyage. 

This Risk Alert provides general guidance to support the safe transport of project and break-bulk cargoes.

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