Shipment Overview
Delivery Location: Shotton Mill, United Kingdom
Freight Modes: Heavy Lift Road Transport | Project Cargo
Cargo: Valmet Advantage Yankee Dryer
Dimensions: 8.96m × 5.62m × 5.72m
Gross Weight: 147.6Te
Specialist Equipment: 16 Axle Girder Frame Trailer | Hydraulic Jacking & Skidding Systems
Project Type: Heavy Lift Industrial Cargo Delivery and Site Positioning
The Challenge
DC Global Freight coordinated the specialist transport, unloading, and final positioning of a 147.6Te Yankee Dryer destined for Shotton Mill as part of a major industrial project.
Due to the cargo dimensions of 8.96m x 5.62m x 5.72m and the overall cargo weight, the operation required extensive route planning, engineering analysis, specialist trailer configuration, and controlled movement procedures throughout the transport operation.
The delivery involved complex heavy haulage movements across UK roads, escorted transport operations, night-time movements, and detailed coordination between lifting engineers, transport crews, and site teams.
The project also required precise hydraulic jacking and lifting procedures to safely unload and position the cargo within the project site.
The Solution
DC Global Freight coordinated the full heavy lift operation using a specialist 16 axle girder frame trailer combined with engineered lifting and positioning procedures.
The transport operation was carefully planned to manage axle loadings, route restrictions, site access limitations, and operational safety requirements.
Following delivery to site, specialist hydraulic jacking systems and lifting beams were utilised to safely unload and position the Yankee Dryer under controlled engineering supervision.
Close coordination between transport operators, lifting specialists, site personnel, and project management teams ensured all operational stages were completed safely and efficiently.
Execution
The operation involved:
• Heavy lift route planning and transport coordination
• Escort vehicle and controlled convoy management
• Specialist 16 axle girder frame trailer configuration
• Night-time transport operations
• Hydraulic lifting and lowering procedures
• Specialist jacking and skidding systems
• Engineering supervision and safety management
• Cargo unloading and final positioning
• Site coordination and operational planning
• Dedicated heavy lift project management
Detailed engineering planning and controlled execution ensured the cargo could be transported, unloaded, and positioned safely at the final destination.
The Outcome
DC Global Freight successfully coordinated the safe transport, unloading, and final positioning of the 147.6Te Valmet Advantage Yankee Dryer at Shotton Mill.
The project demonstrated DC Global Freight’s capability in managing complex heavy lift and industrial logistics operations involving oversized cargo, specialist transport equipment, hydraulic lifting systems, and engineered delivery solutions.
The operation was completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project delivery requirements.
Key Project Facts
• Cargo: Valmet Advantage Yankee Dryer
• Gross Weight: 147.6Te
• Dimensions: 8.96m × 5.62m × 5.72m
• Transport: 16 Axle Girder Frame Trailer
• Specialist Hydraulic Jacking & Skidding Systems
• Escorted & Controlled Road Movements
• Heavy Lift Engineering Coordination
• Final Site Delivery & Positioning – Shotton Mill