Member from India - Total Movements successfully executed the Multimodal, Door-to-Door Movement of 2 x 643 MT Coke Drums, totaling over 10,200 FRT, for a key project at one of the largest oil refineries in India.
Our scope involved, Road Transportation from Supplier's Factory to the nearest Jetty, Rolling-on the Drums onto the Barge, Barging to the port closest to the refinery site, inland delivery and placement to the Foundation.
The operation required meticulous planning and coordination, given the massive dimensions and weight of the cargo. Key highlights and challenges included:
1. End-to-end multimodal coordination, including marine and inland logistics
2. Operations carried out during foul weather and heavy monsoon rainfall, demanding strict safety controls
3. Navigating tide constraints at both ports
4. Securing Marine Warranty Surveyor (MWS) approvals for the sea voyage
5. Managing road transportation challenges due to poor infrastructure and ODC movement restrictions
Despite the odds, the entire movement was executed smoothly and safely, within the committed timelines.
