Out of Gauge & Break-Bulk

RX Global Logistics specializes in the safe transportation of non-container loads, offering reliable solutions for Out of Gauge and Break-Bulk shipments through chartering and part-chartering options. Our expert team understands the unique requirements of heavy, bulky, and sensitive cargo, ensuring the utmost care and efficiency in handling your valuable goods. Safety remains our top priority, so you can trust us to deliver your exceptional cargo with the attention it deserves.

Deep Dive into Project and Out of Gauge Cargo Movements

We provide valuable insights into successful import or export operations involving project and Out of Gauge cargo movements. From understanding the definition of Out of Gauge cargo to simplifying the transportation process, we cover essential considerations from point A to B. Additionally, we discuss potential transport options and container types for your convenience.

Out of Gauge (OOG) Cargo Meaning

OOG cargo refers to shipments that surpass the dimensions of standard shipping containers, such as lengths beyond 12.05 meters, widths beyond 2.33 meters, or heights beyond 2.59 meters.

Dealing With OOG Cargo: What You Need To Know

Thorough scoping and planning activities are crucial when handling OOG cargoes. Providing accurate information to your forwarder is essential. Here’s the key information that proves most helpful:

• A Defined Scope of Work: Share comprehensive details including origin, destination, commodity, and the term of carriage. Additionally, communicate handling capacity, site requirements, access, cargo sensitivity, and the need for cranes, if applicable.
• Technical Diagrams: Provide technical diagrams, prepared by an engineer, that outline cargo dimensions, center of gravity, and lifting points. These diagrams assist in determining the appropriate equipment and lashing required for safe transportation.
• Timelines: Communicate the readiness of your OOG cargo for movement and any delivery deadlines that must be met. Advance communication allows for review and necessary actions to ensure timely transportation.
• Operational Skill and Appropriate Resourcing: Our project cargo specialists, armed with a detailed scope of work, technical diagrams, and defined timelines, initiate operational planning. We leverage a vetted network of specialized suppliers, ensuring cost-effective handling by competent professionals.

Designing a Custom OOG Solution

A detailed operational plan is crucial to address the unique requirements of your project, encompassing all operational inputs from cargo readiness at the origin facility to delivery at the destination facility. The plan’s comprehensiveness is determined by the project’s complexity.

Operational Activities for OOG Cargo

• Origin Site Capability: Coordinate with key contacts at the origin site, conducting site visits if necessary, to understand site capacity, including crane availability, road conditions, site induction requirements, and operational hours.
• Transport: Based on the origin site’s characteristics, plan appropriate transportation methods. Technical diagrams and site requirements inform the equipment needed, such as multi-axle or extendable trailers. Coordinating mobile cranes may be necessary for cargo lifting.
• Cargo Handovers (Terminal Facilities): Deliver the cargo to terminal operators and cargo handlers (CTOs) at wharves and airports. Coordinate with key CTO stakeholders to ensure a smooth handover, considering any operating hour restrictions.
• Cargo Surveys: Upon delivery to CTOs, secure and lash the cargo, typically to Flat Racks, Mafis, or Unit Load Devices. Third-party surveys can be coordinated for added assurance.

Trust RX Global Logistics for your non-container load transportation needs.