The oil and gas industry usually moves "the big & heavy stuff". Upstream there are rigs, platforms and a whole range of sub-sea equipment, downstream there are modular installations, columns, pressure vessels and racks. Single pieces can range from hundreds, to thousands of tonnes.

Longzhu knows all of the global heavy-lift resources, the carriers and specialist brokers, the marine superintendents and the local port and coastal authorities.

Many heavy-lift items and oversize pieces are destined for remote worksites, with geographic or physical limitations and a need for detailed planning and consulting often at design stage.

Longzhu have extensive experience in heavy-lift management including semi-submersible vessels, shallow draft movements and very detailed load-outs and module positioning.

Heavy Lift and Oversize movements by Air

The latest generation of heavy lift aircraft can transport an ever-increasing payload to some of the most remote sites in the world. The huge Antonov and Hercules aircraft can move significant payloads and sky-hook helicopters can be used where no landing field can exist.

Longzhu have a great deal of experience in managing these heavy-lift movements and work with carriers to detailed technical specifications.

Heavy Lift and Oversize movements on Land

Land movement of oversized or heavy items can be one of the most challenging areas of logistics. Longzhu owns an extensive fleet of modular trailers and charters others worldwide.

We have our own technical superintendents who can work out detailed plans for axle deployment, slings and pivots and who will research the route thoroughly to ensure that any obstacle can be circumvented and that the cargo and the surroundings remain safe.

On inland waterways barges provide an option, and in some countries rail is a possible transport method for heavy items.

Feasibility Studies

Working closely with principals and engineers Longzhu are pleased to consult on project feasibility. Logistics is a significant issue, and there is little point in an engineer designing an item that cannot be delivered due to local limitations or infrastructure. Longzhu can offer solutions in design, or provide infrastructural equipment and labour to get the job done.

Longzhu as a skilled transport operator will also know what other activities are in progress in a given area, so that resources can be made available for the project.

There are numerous areas in which Longzhu offer feasibility advice. Please contact us to discuss your scope of work.

Route Surveys

Planning the route is essential, particularly in the developing world.

In order to deliver a large or heavy load a detailed route survey must be undertaken. We take into account road surfaces, street furniture, obstructions, turning circles, safe overnight stops, security, fuel facilities, mobile workshop facilities, bridge and quay strength, axle weights, crew shifts, accommodation and a myriad of other details that are essential to project success.

Longzhu are specialists and offer this service as part of any project scope of work. A detailed technical survey is a part of our skill-base.

Modular Design Advice

It is always worthwhile to involve a logistics specialist in engineering design. The specialist will know the limitations of aircraft, ships, modular trailers and the physical and geographical characteristics of the site.

Often small design changes can save enormous amounts of time and money, not only with large or heavy-lift modules, but also small skids and equipment where, as an example, designing with 'container dimensions' in mind can make delivery much easier and possible using equipment already in place.

Pipeline engineers understand the cost juggling between shorter pipe sections / more welds and longer pipe / more delivery cost. Design advice from a skilled logistics provider will offer principals the information they need to make an informed decision.

Site Delivery

In the project arena site delivery is now a standard item. Longzhu can provide all of the vehicles, trailers and traction units required to deliver cargo to site, and at site can offer cranes, fork-lifts and warehouse / stockpile management systems and personnel.

Longzhu can also provide specialist equipment, container-jacks or pneumatics, modular trailers, pipe handling equipment and trailers, trombone trailers, barges, LCT's and any other time required for safe site delivery.

Site Services

On site services are now a common part of the Longzhu portfolio. Physical handling equipment is a small part of the site service we can offer. Materials and warehouse management, maintenance facilities, supply-line management, refrigerated storage, mobile maintenance vehicles, waste disposal, hazardous materials storage and security are amongst the many site services we can offer.

As each site is unique, our services are tailored to your individual needs. Please contact us to discuss this further.