A word from GPLN: Newsletter Issue 104 / May-June 2025
Dear Reader,
Good news for our GPLN members in and around UK, as Ireland’s vast maritime territory is getting ready for greater offshore renewable development, according to the government Designated Maritime Area Plan (DMAP). This initiative supports Ireland’s ambitious target of delivering 20 GW of offshore renewable capacity by 2040. Set for completion by the end of 2027, it will also enable more strategic, long-term planning for the sector. DMAP will help surrounding ports prepare for the offshore energy boom by guiding infrastructure investments needed to support large-scale projects. Ireland’s offshore resources are expected to attract significant interest from the renewables sector; particularly in light of momentum seen just across the water. In the English section of the Celtic Sea, the Crown Estate is progressing with the allocation of three floating wind farm sites, with a combined potential output of 4.5 GW, highlighting the region’s suitability for offshore development.
As announced earlier, we will hold our 21st Annual General Meeting from June 12-14, 2026 at the Hilton Hotel in Rotterdam, just ahead of Breakbulk Europe in Rotterdam which is scheduled from June 16-18, 2026, that delegates can combine both events which is not only time but also cost saving. Due to this fact we are expecting again a high attendance of around 200 delegates which will be a great opportunity for networking.
More details and delegate registration (including early bird promotion!) for active GPLN members are now available on our dedicated website: https://gpln.net/agm-2026/
GPLN and several GPLN member companies from all over the world were successfully exhibiting at Breakbulk Europe in Rotterdam in May 2025. At this event GPLN member Prism Logistics from India was winning two awards in the Green World contest and also the first double-winner in history of this prestigious awards program.
Furthermore, GPLN is proud to be a founding member of Breakbulk Asia, which will be taking place from November 18-19, 2026 at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore and has already secured a large stand on a prime location at this new event. GPLN members interested in sharing our booth should contact us well in advance. Breakbulk Asia provides an excellent opportunity in this part of SEA, with strong international visibility and access to local partners, which is essential for our GPLN members in securing contracts and building long-term business in key Asian markets.
In autumn of this year GPLN will also exhibit at Breakbulk Americas in Houston/TX which is scheduled from September 30 to October 02, 2025. Following GPLN companies are sharing our GPLN booth and will be pleased to meet you: Fox Brasil/Brazil, Green Worldwide Shipping/USA, Global Shipping Services/USA, and ITM Projects/Mexico.
Best regards,
Your GPLN Team
Prism Logistics winner in two categories at Breakbulk Green World Awards
GPLN member Prism Logistics from India has emerged as the winner in two distinguished categories at the prestigious Breakbulk Green World Awards 2025, hosted at the renowned Ahoy Convention Centre in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
This year, we have been named the “Best Maritime Transport Provider” & also the “Best Overland Transport Provider.” These accolades reflect our steadfast dedication to delivering exceptional logistics solutions while maintaining green, sustainable practices across all operations.
But the celebration doesn’t stop there. For the second consecutive year, Prism Logistics has topped the Breakbulk Europe Photo of the Year contest. This recognition captures not just the scale of our operations but also the passion our team brings to every project.
All these awards are a testament to our unmatched capabilities across land and sea, as well as our commitment to sustainable, efficient, and future-ready logistics.
We take this moment to thank all our valued clients and partners for your continued trust and support. Your confidence in us drives our mission to push boundaries and innovate in the global logistics space.
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| China | Shenzhen | Corwin Int’l Logistics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. |
| UAE | Dubai | Al-Futtaim Logistics Co. LLC |
Navigators handle complex Breakbulk and Ro-Ro Shipments
The Navigators Projects team, a GPLN member from UAE, recently executed a complex Breakbulk shipment, demonstrating their expertise in handling heavy and oversized cargo. The operation involved transporting a single heavy lift industrial unit from Jebel Ali, UAE, to Aarhus, Denmark.
This move was meticulously planned and flawlessly executed to ensure the cargo’s safe and timely movement. This shipment was carried via sea freight using a container carrier.
At Navigators, precision logistics is more than a promise; it’s a performance standard. In yet another successful heavy equipment handling operation, our expert Projects team recently executed the smooth transport of fully equipped Critical Towable Units from Jebel Ali to Kuwait.
The cargo comprising of all essential equipment components, was carefully loaded and shipped via a Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) vessel. Thanks to meticulous coordination and flawless execution, the units arrived safely and on schedule; underscoring our reputation for reliability in high-value, mission-critical shipments.
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Go Gauge Logistics Executes Heavy Lift Project
GPLN member Go Gauge Logistics from India is pleased to announce the successful completion of another challenging heavy lift project, moving critical cargo from Port Marghera, Italy, to Mumbai, India.
Project Highlights: Forging Shaft of 99tons with 14m long and 2 cases units of 72 MT each. Our comprehensive scope covered end-to-end project management:
- Chartering of a breakbulk vessel under Full Liner Terms (Hook to Hook)
- Seamless arrangement of road permits and timely on-site packing
- Complete customs permit coordination for smooth cross-border movement
- Detailed lifting engineering, safe stowage, and secure lashing with custom cradles
- Expert on-site supervision for safe and efficient load out
In another shipment Go Gauge Logistics, successfully executed a challenging Out-of-Gauge (OOG) project cargo movement from customer site in Rajasthan, India and loaded from Nhava Sheva, India to Xingang, China, completing a first mile arrangements in a time frame of 1 week. The shipment included 4 x 40 FR + 4 x 40 HC.
- Project Scope Covered: Transportation from the shipper’s warehouse to port
- Warehouse load/brace/secure & dray to seaport movement
- Detailed secure lashing with dunnage’s
- Special approvals to load 45tons on 40 FR
- Expert on-site supervision for safe and efficient loading
With our strong technical team and hands-on project management, Go Gauge continues to lead in delivering oversized and heavy lift cargo globally; safely, precisely, and on time. Moving the world, one heavy lift at a time.
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PRIMA Transport moves VV Sector #04 for the ITER ProjectPRIMA SA Transport & Trading has once again demonstrated its strength and reliability in handling complex project cargo. In April 2025, the company successfully completed a major transport operation involving VV Sector #04 for the ITER Project; one of the most ambitious energy projects in the world. The oversized cargo measured an impressive 17 x 10 x 10 meters and weighed 600 tons. The challenging operation, included inland transportation from the manufacturing facility to Ortona Port, followed by port operations and the careful loading of the heavy unit onto the vessel using specialized heavy-lift equipment. Every stage of this high-precision operation was executed with strict attention to safety, engineering, and coordination, reaffirming PRIMA SA’s role as a trusted logistics partner for large-scale industrial projects. For more pictures and video please go to following links: |
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Total Movements transport Klin Shells for a Steel Plant Project in Persian Gulf
GPLN member Total Movements from India has successfully executed the door-to-port movement of about 2200 CBM of Klin Shells from the supplier’s factory to the designated load port in Southern India.
Our scope included the entire logistics chain, from picking-up of cargo from the supplier’s works, loading the Shells onto the hydraulic axles and transportation up to the designated load port covering a distance of about 800Kms.
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Key highlights of this execution:
1. Large Cargo Dimensions – a substantial diameter of 7 meters
2. Enroute Civil Works to facilitate smooth passage of the cargo
3. Multi-State Transportation covering a distance of about 800km
4. HT/LT line shutdowns were implemented at key points along the route to accommodate the cargo height
5. Presence of thick tree cover all along the route
A sincere thank you to all stakeholders for their invaluable support in ensuring the smooth execution of this project.
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Fleet Line Shipping transport project cargo for an oil and gas company
Dubai-based GPLN member Fleet Line Shipping has announced the successful commencement of its newly secured contract involving the transportation of about 100,000 freight tons of project cargo for a leading oil and gas company in Iraq. This year-long engagement marks a significant milestone in Fleet Line ShippIng’s strategic expansion into complex logistics operations within the region.
Initial Shipment Highlights:
Two large industrial columns have been safely loaded at Jebel Ali Port and shipped to Umm Qasr Port in Iraq.
Additionally, 800 tons of piping, loaded in 30 x 40’ containers, have been successfully transported and delivered directly to the project job site in Iraq.
Headseaway ship heavy Dryer Equipment
GPLN member Headseaway International Logistics from China recently handled 7 units of Dryer Equipment (319MT / 1026 CBM) from Shanghai, China to Khalifa Port, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
The heaviest unit was 104MT and had a dimension of 13.5*4.5*5.31 meters
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Polaris delivers multiple shipments for Massawa Airport Project
Polaris Projects, the specialized project logistics division of Polaris Shipping Agencies LLC, a GPLN member from UAE, has successfully executed a series of complex, cross-trade multimodal shipments for the Massawa Airport Project in Eritrea. The shipments, originating from multiple global locations, were precisely coordinated to ensure timely arrival in Massawa.
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One of the major challenges in this project was the transportation of RO-RO units measuring up to 14.00 x 3.80 x 3.60 meters (L x W x H) and weighing up to 65 metric tons, along with approximately 35 pieces of special equipment. The limited availability of regular liner sailings to Eritrean ports; particularly for out-of-gauge and heavy cargo; necessitated meticulous planning and execution. Fortunately, containerized accessories faced fewer shipping restrictions and were handled more easily. Despite these logistical complexities, Polaris Projects completed the multimodal deliveries efficiently and on schedule, meeting the high expectations of all stakeholders involved.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all our partners and stakeholders for their unwavering support in bringing this project to a successful conclusion.
UBL handle Logistics Project with an Antonov 124GPLN member Ultimate Business Logistics (UBL) from Israel recently successfully managed the transport of a 43-ton, 15-meter-long rotor from a factory in Dubai to the Orot Yosef power station in Ramat Hovav, Israel. Due to Houthi missile threats, the aircraft couldn’t land in Israel. The creative solution: landing in Larnaca, Cyprus, followed by sea freight to Israel. The operation included: |
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Sea Cargo Logistics apply a steady flow of precision for the Energy Industry
Some shipments aren’t just heavy in tons; they carry the weight of responsibility. In the oil and gas sector, every component is part of a system that simply can’t afford to stop. Such is the case with this ongoing Project of GPLN member Sea Cargo Logistics from Mexico: over 150 modules of offshore hydrocarbon marine hoses, were shipped from Japan to Mexico. Each unit measured more than 10 meters in length, and had a weight of 12 metric tons, which demanded a meticulous handling at every stage.
The mission: to coordinate the entire port-side operation in Mexico; including customs release, unstuffing of containers, marine surveying, storage at a designated warehouse, and final delivery to three operational sites belonging to a major oil company.
From the arrival in Manzanillo to the last-mile delivery, our project cargo team executed every detail with surgical precision: connecting people, processes, and timing. This project wasn’t measured only in cubic meters; over 8,500, and in weight more than 1,800 tons; but the trust placed in us to support one of the most critical sectors in Latin America.
This wasn’t just about moving modules. It was about keeping energy flowing, ensuring the chain holds, and delivering with precision when failure is not an option. At SCL, that’s not the exception; it’s the standard.
PROTRANSER deliver TransformersGPLN member PROTRANSER’s team from China delivered 3 sets of 100+ tons transformers from “door” in China to Singapore and Malaysia. One set of them had a weight of 104 tons and a dimension of 10,200*3,550*4,400 meters and was shipped to Singapore. The remaining two sets had a weight of 110 tons and a dimension 7,245*3,245*4,065 meters and were shipped to Malaysia. The working scope included: 1. picking up cargo at factory in Wuhan city; 2. delivering to Shanghai port; 3. customs clearance service & port service; 4. chartering service for the Breakbulk vessel.
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GPLN Members Punto System and MESCO move an industrial plantGPLN member Punto System from Italy specializes in transforming complex logistics into smooth operations. One of most recent accomplishments; carried out in close collaboration with GPLN partner Marine & Engineering Services Co. (MESCO) from Egypt; is a prime example of this commitment. The project involved the international transportation of an industrial plant from Italy to Egypt, meticulously packed into oversized wooden crates. Due to their exceptional dimensions, the cargo required tailored planning and a part charter vessel to ensure safe and timely loading and delivery. Total volume: 800 mc / Total GW: 290 t Among the various challenges encountered, the pre-carriage to port stood out as the most critical. Some crates reached a height of 480 cm, making standard road transportation unfeasible. Punto System’s team engineered a customized routing and handling solution that ensured full compliance with road transport regulations, despite challenges like the closure of a bridge, and minimized risk and delay. |
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By coordinating closely with local authorities, escort services, and port operators, the cargo successfully moved to port and completed the shipment without compromise on safety or efficiency.
MESCO from their side facilitated the berthing of the vessel in Alexandria Dekheila Port, Discharging of the Cargo from the vessel, Warehousing the Cargo & Local Transportation to final Discharge place. With its expertise & various Logistics tools in handling Project Cargo MESCO maintained smooth operations, high standard of service & safe procedures.
This project reflects strength in handling out-of-gauge cargo, ability to solve route planning constraints, and deep-rooted expertise in managing door-to-port logistics for heavy and oversized equipment. No cargo is too complex; only challenges to be solved.
Transmaritim move a train section
GPLN member transmaritim international from Germany handled recently another special transport: a train section. With precise planning, efficiency, reliable handling and international coordination, we ensured that even complex logistics tasks are carried out safely and on time.
MFC transports Cranes and Boom Sections
Further to GPLN member MFC movement of 15 dismantled tower cranes for a construction project in the Middle East with 96 trailers to deliver the cranes (see details in newsletter issue #102) MFC Extreme recently also transported 5 cranes, their boom sections, and counterweights by a 10-truck convoy for a large UAE project
