Heavy-duty transport: reliable solutions for heavy loads

The transport of heavy loads is an essential component in many industries, enabling the safe and efficient transport of oversized and heavy goods. Whether it’s machinery, construction equipment, steel structures or other heavy loads, transporting such cargo requires specialised equipment, careful planning and a deep understanding of the logistical challenges.

Koch International specialises in mastering these demanding tasks and offers tailor-made solutions that meet your individual requirements. Our comprehensive expertise and many years of experience make us a reliable partner.

Focus on heavy goods transport

Bulk and heavy goods transport involves the shipment of goods that have special requirements due to their high weight, size or shape. These transports are often referred to as special transports, as they require specific vehicles and equipment to ensure the safety and stability of the load. In contrast to normal transports, heavy load transports are characterised by their complexity and the need for extensive approvals and planning.

The handling of heavy load transports presents a number of challenges that require careful preparation and organisation. These include:

Road traffic and route planning: as not all roads are suitable for heavy goods transport, detailed route planning is crucial. This takes into account bridge loads, height restrictions and road widths to ensure that the transport can be carried out safely.
Authorisations: Special permits are often required for heavy goods transport, which must be applied for in advance. These permits regulate when and how the transport may be carried out so as not to interfere with traffic and to ensure safety.
Loading and securing: Loading heavy goods requires special techniques and equipment, such as cranes or hydraulic lifting devices. Securing the load is of the utmost importance in order to avoid accidents and damage during transport.

Safety aspects – The transport of heavy loads

There is no room for error in this area, as the weight and size of the loads place particular demands on the transport process. Safe loading, correct securing and precise route planning are crucial to ensure that transport runs smoothly and efficiently.

Safety is the top priority for heavy goods transport. In addition to the correct loading and securing of the goods, the qualifications of the drivers are also of great importance. Heavy goods transport drivers require special training in order to be able to deal with the requirements and risks of transporting heavy goods. In addition, regular vehicle maintenance is crucial to prevent technical failures and ensure safety on the road.

Cooperation with external partners, such as the authorities responsible for authorising heavy goods transport, also plays an important role. Smooth communication and coordination are essential to avoid delays and complications.

Customised solutions for every need

Every heavy goods transport involves individual requirements that call for special solutions. We offer you a comprehensive service that is precisely tailored to your needs. From the initial contact to the successful realisation of the transport, we accompany you as a reliable partner. Through transparent communication and close cooperation, we ensure that your requirements are met and that the transport runs smoothly.

Our aim is to offer you the optimum solutions for your special transport – efficiently, safely and cost-effectively. That is why we prepare a customised offer for each project that takes your specific requirements into account.

Our service for your special transport:

Preparation
Dismantling and final assembly
Packing

Transport
Customs clearance
Documentation

With many years of experience and comprehensive expertise in the field of heavy goods transport, we are the right company for every type of heavy goods transport. We support you throughout the entire process – from the initial consultation to detailed planning and implementation. Our lorries are designed for the challenges of such shipments and guarantee the safe delivery of your goods.

Our experts analyse your requirements and develop a tailor-made transport solution based on them. In doing so, we take into account all relevant factors for successful heavy goods transport: from selecting the right vehicles to route planning and obtaining all the necessary permits. In this way, we ensure that your freight reaches its destination safely and on time. Our drivers, who carry out the heavy goods transport, are experienced with particularly heavy loads and guarantee that the transport is carried out properly and professionally.

We also offer numerous extra services: For example, we prepare heavy goods transports professionally, pack your goods securely for transport, take care of all customs formalities and offer centralised storage facilities.

Your benefits:

Defined quality standards for transport
Transparent shipment tracking for your goods
A fixed contact person for all services
Years of experience in national and international transportation as well as heavy goods transport

Worldwide solutions for your heavy goods consignment

We offer our project logistics services not only in Germany, but also in Europe and worldwide. We are excellently networked thanks to our partner network. These are the ideal prerequisites for efficiently and reliably solving any local delivery problems. With the help of our competent partners, we can transport your heavy goods by road and reach even distant cities and towns.