The Express Global Logistics (EXG) team is proud to execute another heavy lift in India. A 565MT – 6400cbm Cutter Suction Dredger, was moved from Kolkata to Egypt. A cutter suction dredger, equipped with a cutter device is routinely used for the removal of sediments and scraping of debris from the bottom of different water bodies. Moving the fully operational dredger was a challenge due to the tight deadlines, size of the dredger and complexity in dismantling prior to shipment.
The Cutter Suction Dredger was dismantled offshore right before it was loaded onto the vessel. Transporting the complete 565MT assembled unit to the port of Diamond Harbour required various permissions and a highly experienced team of Heavy haulers.
EXG’s complete scope included transport, custom clearance, dismantling and Ocean Freight. The dredger was dismantled offshore into 7 units of which the heaviest single piece 36.4 x 12.5 x 11 (m) // 318MT was loaded onto the vessel at the port outer-anchorage. Special permissions for offshore dismantling at Diamond Harbour was critical to the success of this job, as initially the authorities had denied these permissions at the Haldia and Kolkata ports.
This job was critical not only because of the unit’s awkward size but also because of the geographical challenges and the water levels which were to be monitored closely. Safety of the crew and the cargo were paramount, since the operation was mid-sea and Kolkata port had high rolling and pitching. After technical and feasibility evaluation, the port of Diamond Harbour was finalised. Dismantling the dredger offshore took almost 56 man-hours in non-stop shifts.
This feat was fulfilled by EXG’s in-house crew of 8 highly experienced professionals and a Captain who worked relentlessly. Extensive pre-planning, flawless coordination and spontaneous solutions resulted in a successful execution of this job.
