Machine and Heavy Load Transport | Break Bulk | Ro-Ro via Sea
Machine and Heavy Load Transport | Break Bulk | Ro Ro
via Sea
One of our core activities is the transportation of machinery and heavy loads by sea. Whether you need to ship small or large machines – or any other oversized and heavy cargo – you can trust that NorFreight will handle all logistics, securing, and transportation. We understand how challenging and complex it can be to transport heavy and oversized cargo, which is why we have specialized in this type of transport. With us, your goods are in safe hands.
Break bulk refers to goods that must be handled individually, rather than in containers. This can include anything from large machinery to long pipes, lumber, and other items that, due to size, shape, or weight, cannot be shipped in standard containers. These items require special shipping methods and more manual handling compared to containerized cargo. With our extensive experience and expertise in break bulk shipping, we ensure that each unit is handled with precision, care, and efficiency. Whether you have complex machinery, industrial components, or other oversized cargo needing transportation, NorFreight is your reliable partner for break bulk shipping at sea.
In addition, we have specialized in offering Ro Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) services, which provide a seamless solution for the transport of vehicles and machinery at sea. Ro Ro stands for "Roll-on/Roll-off," referring to a specialized type of sea freight where vehicles, machinery, or other rolling equipment are driven on board specially built ships using their own wheels. These ships, known as Ro Ro ships, are designed with ramps that provide direct access to various decks, allowing efficient loading and unloading. This method, known for its efficiency and safety, has become a cornerstone in our service portfolio.
Beyond our national borders, NorFreight has established a global network that ensures we can deliver to any corner of the world.
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Explanation of Global Maritime Freight Routes
Maritime freight routes crisscross the globe, but the basic structure is straightforward.
The central corridor connects North America, Europe, and Pacific Asia via the Suez Canal, the Strait of Malacca, and the Panama Canal. These main arteries handle the bulk of the traffic.
Routes are affected by crucial passage points, or 'chokepoints', determined by physical limitations and political boundaries. They aim to follow the shortest distance between two points, known as the 'great circle distance'.
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Key Chokepoints
Primary Chokepoints:
Critical for global trade due to limited alternatives. This includes the Panama Canal, the Suez Canal, and the Strait of Malacca. Disruptions, such as the blockage of the Suez Canal in 2021, can have immense global consequences.
Other chokepoints, like the Strait of Hormuz or the Bosporus Strait, provide access to key areas with enormous trading potential.
Secondary Chokepoints:
These have alternative routes, but would entail significant detours. Examples include the Magellan Passage and the Taiwan Strait.
Please see the accompanying map for a visual representation of these routes and chokepoints.
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