Understanding Breakbulk And Heavy-Lift Shipping

There are many means for packaging cargo that all fall under the same logistics planning. Breakbulk is basically transporting cargo in smaller pieces rather than one large package. It can also refer to the unpacking – or breaking bulk – of a container from a vessel. However, often not even in shipping containers, breakbulk cargo can be transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums, or barrels. Coordinating such loose goods for transport requires the expertise of a logistics company such as LA 24-7 Forwarder who has a strong network of shipping companies at their disposal.

Heavy-Lift projects rely on special handling since this type of cargo is often large in volume and difficult to maneuver, sometimes due to its vulnerability to elements or lack of careful movement. This can require barges, cargo aircraft or flatbed trucks to handle the complete freight shipping process. LA 24-7 Forwarder specializes in the individual planning required to transport items classified as Heavy-Lift.

Project Cargo logistics requires world-class handling capabilities of a company like LA 24-7 Forwarder. Items classified as Project Cargo are large, high in value and indispensable to the project they are intended for. Moving such cargo requires detailed collaboration with national and international shipping companies. Fortunately, we have a strong global network already in place for such needs.

Start With Cargo Analysis And Planning

Cargo analysis is essentially looking at the big picture of how freight is moving within the states, and even between countries. Data is compiled by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for the United States using a variety of sources. LA 24-7 Forwarder works within this framework and their own logistics schedule to determine the best route and mode of transport for your freight shipping needs.

Get Loaded With Transport To Origin

Our international shipping companies move cargo from one point to another without attention to how your goods will get to the point of origin or destination. Therefore, logistics companies such as LA 24-7 Provider provide door-to-door service for your air cargo (or other freight type) needs. Furthermore, our company draws up a bill of lading that is used to verify the contents of your shipment as a legitimate buy/sell arrangement. Having such documentation available for freight forwarders reduces wait times and ensures optimal speed of delivery. In our case, we consolidate all the fees associated with end-to-end transportation solutions into one quote.

Utilize Multiple Modes Of Transportation

Managing intermodal logistics means using a variety of modes of transportation to reach your end destination. LA 24-7 Forwarder works with Breakbulk, RORO and/or Container Vessels, Barges, Railroads, Trucks, and Aircraft in both delivering your product to the point of origin and the transport to your final place of destination. Air freight, for example would likely be picked up by truck and delivered to the most relevant airport, then loaded on an airplane by one of several freight forwarding companies, and finally unloaded at the point of arrival to be transported by truck again to your end destination.

This approach relies on a global network of logistics providers being available to us, which we sustain through our solid relationship building skills.

There are obviously special needs related to Breakbulk, Heavy-Lift and Project Cargo shipping, whether by air, land or sea. LA 24-7 Forwarder is globally equipped to handle your logistics, so call us today at (800) 648-9889 for your FREE Quote!