Breakbulk can be more suitable when cargo dimensions, weight, lifting requirements or routing make container equipment impractical or uneconomical. The most appropriate method depends on the individual shipment.
What is breakbulk shipping?
Breakbulk shipping is used for cargo that is too large, heavy or unsuitable for standard containers. Cargo is loaded individually onto a suitable vessel rather than being packed inside a container.
What information is needed for an OOG freight quote?
Please provide the cargo description, dimensions (L × W × H), gross weight, collection location, destination and required shipment date. Photographs, drawings and lifting-point information are also useful where available.
When is a flat rack used for OOG cargo?
Flat racks are commonly used for machinery, industrial equipment and other cargo that cannot fit within a standard container. The appropriate equipment depends on the cargo dimensions, weight, lifting requirements and shipping line acceptance.
What is out-of-gauge cargo?
Out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo is cargo that exceeds the standard internal dimensions of a shipping container because of its width, height or length. Depending on the cargo, flat rack, open-top or alternative specialist shipping arrangements may be required.
Do you provide customs support?
Yes, we can assist with customs clearance and shipping documentation.
Can you manage urgent stock replenishment?
Yes, we support time-sensitive and urgent freight movements.
Do you support retail import shipments?
Yes, we support importers and retailers with flexible freight solutions globally.
Can you manage international project logistics?
Yes, we support multi-modal global logistics solutions for Oil & Gas operations.
Do you support urgent replacement parts?
Yes, we can coordinate urgent air freight and time-critical deliveries.
Can you manage oversized Oil & Gas cargo?
Yes, we support project cargo and oversized freight movements globally.
Do you offer international freight solutions?
Yes, we coordinate global freight movements across multiple transport modes.
Can you manage urgent production shipments?
Yes, we support urgent and time-sensitive cargo movements.
Do you support manufacturing supply chains?
Yes, we support manufacturers with flexible import, export, and freight solutions.
Can you manage urgent site deliveries?
Yes, we support time-sensitive and project-critical shipments.
Do you support infrastructure projects?
Yes, we coordinate freight solutions for construction and infrastructure operations.
Can you manage oversized construction equipment?
Yes, we support oversized and specialist machinery movements globally.
Do you offer global coverage?
Yes, through our international network of trusted partners.
Can you manage the full project?
Yes, we handle everything from collection to final delivery.
What is out-of-gauge cargo?
Cargo that exceeds standard container dimensions and requires special handling.
Do you offer groupage services?
Yes, we provide groupage and part-load transport options.
Can you support container haulage?
Yes, we can coordinate container haulage and specialist transport movements.
Do you offer UK and European road freight services?
Yes, we provide flexible road freight solutions across the UK and Europe.
Do you offer worldwide shipping?
Yes, we manage global import and export sea freight movements.
Can you assist with customs clearance?
Yes, we can support customs clearance and shipping documentation.
Do you offer both FCL and LCL services?
Yes, we provide both full container and shared container shipping solutions.
Do you offer worldwide coverage?
Yes, we manage global import and export air freight movements.
Can you manage customs clearance?
Yes, we can support customs and shipping documentation
Do you offer urgent air freight services?
Yes, we support urgent and time-critical shipments globally.