WR Logistics is currently handling the transport of two oversized ball mill gears from France to a mining site in Navoi, Uzbekistan. The operation requires meticulous planning, specialised equipment, and coordination across several countries. Every stage is designed to protect the cargo, keep the schedule, and ensure compliance with local regulations.
What makes this transport unique
- Two ball mill gears
- Width: 4.27 metres each
- Weight: 30 tonnes each
- Transported on low loader convoys with escort vehicles
The size and weight of the gears influence every choice, from bridge clearances to the location of staging areas. Even a short delay or miscalculation can affect the entire journey.
Careful planning at every kilometre
Before the first truck moved, a full survey confirmed that the route was possible. Permits were obtained for oversized cargo in each country, and back-up corridors were identified in case of unexpected closures or works.
Key steps included:
- Assessing bridges, tunnels, gradients, and turning radii
- Matching time slots with the conditions set by local authorities
- Preparing alternative routes to keep the delivery on track if conditions change
Seamless coordination across borders
Crossing multiple jurisdictions demands precise paperwork and advance preparation. Customs teams within the WR Logistics network ensure that permits, insurance, and Carnets are ready before arrival at each checkpoint. This preparation helps the convoys pass borders quickly and reduces idle time, while clear communication keeps clients and local partners aligned.
On the road with discipline
Each convoy is guided by trained drivers, supported by escort teams and local partners who know the route and its challenges. Stops for rest, inspections, and refuelling are mapped out in advance, so the journey remains predictable. Where regulations allow, the convoys move at night or in the early morning, when traffic is lighter and manoeuvres are easier to control.
Safety as the first priority
Safety applies to both cargo and people. The gears are secured with engineered lashing plans and multiple tie points to keep them stable across long distances. Vehicles are inspected before departure and at key staging points, covering brakes, lights, and communications. At the destination, a site-specific plan will oversee unloading, crane access, and exclusion zones, ensuring the final handover is as secure as the journey.
From planning to certainty
This project shows how oversized equipment can be delivered safely when planning, compliance, and execution work hand in hand. By combining technical expertise, local knowledge, and clear communication, WR Logistics turns complex journeys into predictable results. Learn how this approach shapes WR’s oversized cargo transport by visiting https://wr.group/products/project-logistics
If you are preparing a similar shipment, our team can advise on route surveys, permits, and cross-border delivery. We help you move oversized cargo securely and on schedule.