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DSV managing a thickener project from China to Ethiopia

Project experience

Thickener project logistics from China to Ethiopia

Expert heavy-lift & breakbulk solutions for time-sensitive industrial projects

Delivering complex project cargo safely & on-time

When transporting oversized or heavy industrial equipment across continents, precision, coordination, and proactive planning are critical. DSV's projects logistics team ensured seamless handling of a thickener package from Lianyungang, China, to Djibouti, with onward transit to Ethiopia, despite extreme weather conditions and operational challenges at the port of loading.

When heavy and complex project cargo must move across continents, DSV delivers reliable, efficient solutions to keep supply chains on schedule.

The project involved transporting a thickener package from Lianyungang, China to Djibouti, with onward transit to Ethiopia. The cargo consisted of 39 breakbulk packages, weighing a total of 237,363 kg and covering 2,162 cbm, including the heaviest piece at just 67 tons. Loading conditions at the port were extremely challenging, with soaring afternoon temperatures reaching in the upper 30C and heavy rainfall halting vessel operations almost every day.

DSV ensured all cargo was safely handled, loaded, and securely lashed. Despite the extreme weather and operational difficulties at the port of loading, the team successfully delivered the cargo to the port of discharge within the customer's expected arrival dates and budget. Key to success was continuous communication with the customer, allowing them to adjust planning in real time and proactive negotiations with stakeholders to avoid additional port storage or vessel detention costs.

Project summary

Timeline

Project scale

Scope of services handled by DSV

  • Breakbulk (BBK)

    Secure loading, lashing, and transport of heavy and oversized project cargo.

  • Heavy-lift operations

    Management of high-weight items, including pieces exceeding 67 tons.

  • Vessel loading & lashing

    Coordinated operations with stevedores and crew under challenging port conditions.

  • Customs coordination

    Streamlined customs clearance process to avoid delays and additional costs.

Why it worked

DSV's success stemmed from meticulous planning, proactive stakeholder engagement, and real-time communication with the customer. Despite extreme temperatures, heavy rainfall, and challenging port operations, all cargo was safely handled, loaded, and delivered on time and within budget.                                                                                                                                    Regular updates empowered the customer to adjust on-site planning in advance, while early negotiations with stakeholders prevented additional port storage or vessel detention costs, ensuring smooth operational continuity.

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Loading thickener shipment onto vessel heading from China to Djibouti
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