Enkel Project Logistics

Enkel Project Logistics Ltd – recent project in India

This photo shows the loading of oversized equipment in Kolkata, India. Every country has its own specifics when it comes to logistics operations, but our team managed the process smoothly and efficiently.

For this shipment we arranged a full door-to-door service, including:
• cargo survey (dimensions and container planning),
• loading and securing inside containers,
• transport to port,
• customs clearance,
• local port handling,
• sea freight,
• delivery to the consignee’s door.

The cargo is already on its way to the customer.

Why Early Planning Matters in Heavy Cargo Shipping?

In project logistics, uncertainty often leads to oversecured budgets or unexpected costs—especially when it comes to lashing and securing cargo on board a ship. Many logistics companies simply pass this risk onto the customer by quoting lashing as "1:1 as per material used", making it difficult to finalize transport costs in advance.

But it doesn’t have to be this way. With proper early planning, these risks can be managed efficiently. At ENKEL, we follow a structured approach to anticipate and control lashing requirements, ensuring transparency and cost-effectiveness:

✅ Evaluate the voyage geography and distance
✅ Consider the right ship type and size, even before a specific vessel is assigned
✅ Create a preliminary stowage plan—determining if the cargo will be carried on deck or inside holds
✅ Assess voyage conditions and forces acting on the cargo (longitudinal, transverse, vertical)
✅ Select the correct lashing method to counteract sliding and tipping forces
✅ Prepare a material list, including dunnage, for precise budgeting

By using transport drawings early in the process, we eliminate surprises, reduce risk, and give customers clarity on costs—because logistics should be about solutions, not uncertainties.

Have you faced unexpected lashing costs in a project before? Let’s discuss how planning can make the difference!