Comprehensive road route surveys
Physical reconnaissance of highway routes, measuring overhead bridge clearances, street furniture, tight roundabout radii, and pavement load limits.
Industrial Projects & Breakbulk
Project and heavy-lift solutions.
Engineering, route surveys, and transport supervision for oversized, heavy-lift, and out-of-gauge industrial movements.
Operating benchmarks
- Up to 150t+
- Heavy lift capability
- Multi-axle
- Hydraulic modular trailers
- Turnkey
- Route surveys & permits
- On-site
- Supervising cargo engineers
Industrial infrastructure, energy developments, and major civil engineering initiatives require specialized logistical precision. Interport’s project cargo division plans, engineers, and executes the transportation of abnormal, oversized, and ultra-heavy payloads across the UAE and the broader Middle East.
From oversized power transformers and heat exchangers to oilfield drill rigs, structural steel components, and entire factory plant relocations, we handle every aspect. Our service includes technical feasibility studies, detailed road route surveys, bridge load assessments, police escort logistics, port crane rigging, and customized vessel chartering.
Technical specifications
Operating parameters & standards
Standard equipment dimensions, terminal cut-offs, customs systems, and handling capabilities.
| Parameter | Operational standard & compliance |
|---|---|
Payload capability | Single-piece lifts up to 150+ metric tonnes; multi-trailer configurations for larger tonnages |
Specialized transport equipment | Hydraulic multi-axle modular trailers (SPMT)extendable step-frameslowbedsdrop-decks |
Marine vessels utilized | Geared heavy-lift multi-purpose vesselsroll-on/roll-off (RoRo) carriersflat-top ocean barges |
Engineering services | Method statementsrigging planscenter-of-gravity calculationsand lifting simulations |
Permits & approvals | RTA Dubai abnormal transport permitsDepartment of Transport road closurespolice escorts |
Port stevedoring | Quayside direct dischargetandem crane liftsheavy-duty shore crane hireand lash verification |
Site supervision | Certified marine warranty surveyors and project managers stationed on-site through final jacking & skidding |
01
Technical equipment drawings
Accurate blueprints showing outer dimensions (L×W×H), center of gravity (CoG), and lifting points
02
Manufacturer weight certificate
Certified gross weight and axle loading parameters for road permit calculation
03
Commercial invoice & packing list
Comprehensive breakdown of main components and bundled accessories
04
Marine warranty survey (MWS) file
Required for high-value offshore or energy infrastructure coverage
05
Hazardous materials declaration
If the equipment contains residual fuels, dielectric oils, or pressurized gases
Core capabilities
Built around UAE trade corridors.
Bespoke vessel chartering & breakbulk
Chartering geared multi-purpose vessels and deck cargo barges with specialized lashing schemes adhering to IMO Code of Safe Practice.
Jacking, skidding & foundation positioning
Precision hydraulic jacking and skidding systems to move heavy machinery from trailer deck directly onto customer foundations.
End-to-end turnkey project management
A dedicated project engineer assigned to your movement, managing stevedores, authorities, port operators, and installation crews.
Operational questions
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers regarding rates, transit cut-offs, customs, and documentation.
What qualifies as project or out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo?
Cargo is considered out-of-gauge when its dimensions exceed standard container interior limits (typically width > 2.33m, height > 2.59m, or length > 12.0m) or when individual piece weight exceeds standard highway payload capacity (25–30 tonnes).
How long does it take to secure abnormal road transport permits in the UAE?
Abnormal load permits from the RTA (Roads and Transport Authority) and police escorts typically require 3 to 7 working days, depending on whether bridge engineering assessments or temporary electrical cable lifting are required along the route.
Can Interport handle port discharge of heavy equipment directly to trailers?
Yes. We routinely coordinate direct-to-trailer discharge (hook-to-hook) at Jebel Ali Port or Port Rashid, eliminating intermediate quayside storage costs and minimizing handling risk.
Do you provide on-site supervision during heavy lifts?
Yes. Every heavy lift operation is supervised on the ground by an Interport project manager who inspects rigging gear, certifies crane load charts, and oversees lashing compliance.
Book with Interport
Tell us what needs to move.
Send dimensions, weight, origin, and destination. Our Dubai operations desk will prepare route options and rates, usually within the same working day.