Heavy Lift Workshop
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Heavy Lift Workshop
Tuesday 13 May 2025, 10:30 – 16:30
This workshop is designed for professionals involved in the transport and logistics of project cargo. The course covers the fundamentals of heavy-lift logistics, emphasizing both sea-based transport (in partnership with the JSI-Alliance and SAL Engineering) and land-based transport (in partnership with Roll Group).
The workshop includes lunch and one networking coffee break.
Workshop overview
Attendees will receive a comprehensive insight into how heavy lift shipments are planned and successfully executed. It will help the attendees to understand the roles of involved parties and their responsibilities, but also their need for information. Technical concepts, calculation methods as well as rules and regulations will be discussed.
Target audience
Shipping professionals in heavy lift and breakbulk sectors, such as:
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Cargo owners / EPCs • Freight forwarders
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Carriers
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Insurers
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Warranty surveyors
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Stevedoring companies
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Consultants
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Agents
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Port Captains
Meet the speakers
2025 Agenda
Registration & Networking
Session 1 – Roll Group
General Engineering
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Overview of key engineering principles relevant to heavy transport and lifting
Services and Equipment
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Classification of services and equipment used in heavy transport and lifting
Heavy Transport
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In-depth look at various trailer types, their mechanisms, and typical applications
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How to effectively plan, prepare, and contract for a heavy transport project
Networking Lunch
Session 2 – JSI-Alliance/SAL Engineering
Basics and Technical ‘Vocabulary’
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Get to know the common terms and abbreviations and understand what they mean.
The ‘8 Essentials’
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Which information is needed for a proper planning and why.
Heavy Lift Vessels
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Learn about different vessel types and how you choose the right one for your project.
Networking Break
Session 3 – JSI-Alliance/SAL Engineering
Rigging Design
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Types of lifting gear and how to choose the right equipment.
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Tips and tricks for lifting operations
Seafastening Design and Concepts
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Overview on different seafastening elements and concepts.
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Introduction to applicable guidelines and calculation methods.
Port Operations
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How to plan port operations and how to assess feasibility for specific projects.
Rules and Guidelines
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An introduction to the maritime guideline landscape.
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