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Breakbulk Cargo Service
Efficient Handling of Oversized & Non-Containerized Shipments Worldwide
What is Breakbulk Cargo?
Breakbulk cargo refers to goods that must be loaded individually—not in containers—due to their size, shape, or weight. These include heavy machinery, turbines, cranes, pipelines, construction equipment, and more. Instead of being containerized, such cargo is lifted and placed directly onto the vessel’s deck or in the hold using cranes or forklifts.
United Cargo World is a trusted name in managing complex Breakbulk Cargo logistics for industries like construction, oil & gas, mining, manufacturing, and engineering. Our expert team specializes in handling cargo that doesn’t fit into standard containers—offering customized solutions for heavy, oversized, and irregularly shaped cargo shipped by sea.
Whether it’s industrial machinery, large equipment, steel structures, windmill blades, or project cargo, we ensure end-to-end logistics with precision, safety, and compliance.
Specialized Handling Equipment
We use heavy-duty cranes, forklifts, and lashing gear for safe loading/unloading.
Global Breakbulk Shipping Network
Partnerships with major breakbulk carriers and port operators worldwide.
Customized Packaging & Lashing
Cargo-specific packing, skidding, blocking, bracing, and securing.
Step-by-Step Breakbulk Cargo Handling Process
Step 1: Cargo Assessment & Consultation
We start with a detailed cargo analysis—dimensions, weight, handling needs, and destination—to design a logistics strategy tailored to your shipment.
Step 2: Site Survey & Route Planning
For oversized or heavy cargo, we conduct a pre-move site survey to assess the feasibility of transport, lifting points, route clearances, and port accessibility.
Step 3: Documentation & Permits
We prepare all required paperwork, including:
Bill of Lading
Export/Import Licenses
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Insurance documents
Heavy cargo permits
Port clearance approvals
Step 4: Packing, Lashing & Securing
Your cargo is packed (if required), secured with custom-made skids or cradles, and lashed using steel chains or heavy-duty straps to ensure stability during transit.
Step 5: Inland Transport to Port
We use low-bed trailers, hydraulic multi-axle trailers, or heavy haul trucks to transport cargo from your location to the port of departure.
Step 6: Port Handling & Vessel Loading
At the port, we coordinate with stevedores and vessel operators to:
Book breakbulk shipping slots
Load cargo directly using cranes (deck or hold)
Complete port documentation and clearance
Step 7: Ocean Freight & Transit Monitoring
We monitor the cargo throughout the voyage and provide real-time updates. We also coordinate with destination port agents for receiving and unloading.
Step 8: Destination Handling & Delivery
Upon arrival, we handle customs clearance, unload the cargo at the destination port, and arrange inland transport (if required) to your final delivery site.
🏗️ Industries We Serve
Construction & Infrastructure
Oil & Gas
Renewable Energy (Wind, Solar)
Mining & Metals
Aerospace & Defense
Marine & Offshore
Manufacturing & Engineering Projec
