Transporting a 38 ton winch unit from Lerwick to Aberdeen

Client Overview

Client: Northwards
Industry: Transport Company
Location: Lerwick–Aberdeen
Project Date: 19/11/2024

The Challenge:

Northwards required LTS Shetland’s expertise to transport a 38-ton winch unit from Greenhead Base in Lerwick, where it arrived on an oil vessel, to its final destination at Subsea in Aberdeen.

The client sought out LTS Shetland due to our specialisation in heavy haulage and wide-load movements, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of oversized equipment.

Why LTS Shetland?

Northwards chose LTS Shetland because our proven track record of delivering high quality for our clients. 

Services Provided:

• Haulage: Transported the winch unit securely.
• Escort Vehicles: Facilitated safe transit from Greenhead Base to the ferry and onward to Subsea in Aberdeen.

Techniques & Expertise:

• Utilised a heavy haul unit and trailer compliant with STGO CAT 2 regulations.
• Coordinated escort vehicles to ensure seamless transportation.

Results

Despite the logistical complexity of moving a heavy load across multiple transport modes, the project was completed efficiently and without disruption. The winch unit arrived at its destination safely, highlighting LTS Shetland’s capability in handling specialised heavy-haul operations.

Conclusion

This project reinforces LTS Shetland’s expertise in heavy haulage and wide-load transport. Our end-to-end service and precision in execution ensure that clients like Northwards can rely on us for safe and reliable transportation of oversized cargo.

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