Last weekend saw an intensive series of heavy transport and lifting operations by UK-based specialist logistics firm Allelys, as teams were deployed across five regions in the UK and Ireland.
Known for their complex project cargo handling capabilities, Allelys kept its operations moving over the weekend with projects spread across England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. With equipment mobilized and coordinated ground teams at each site, the company showcased its ability to manage diverse logistics demands under time-sensitive conditions.
In Lincolnshire, the AK912 heavy-duty crane was in operation for a scheduled lift. While exact cargo details weren’t shared, the AK912 is typically deployed for ultra-heavy modular lifts, indicating significant tonnage and precise planning. Over in the Vale of Glamorgan, Allelys’ LG1550 crane was put to work, known for its large-scale lifting capabilities in compact environments. Each deployment required site-specific lifting strategies, likely involving road closures, traffic management, and coordination with local authorities.
Meanwhile in Ayrshire, Scotland, the focus shifted to a roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) operation involving a reactor unit. The use of Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) highlights the cargo’s high mass and sensitivity. RoRo operations like this one are often synchronized with tidal windows and port schedules, reflecting the importance of timing and team precision.
Inland, Allelys used its small girder frame for a transformer transport between Staffordshire and Shropshire. This type of equipment is typically deployed when moving high-value electrical infrastructure over tight rural routes, requiring expert handling due to road weight restrictions and bridge limitations. The use of the small girder frame suggests that the transformer, while not massive in scale, still required balanced axle distribution and route-specific navigation.
Further west, in Dublin, Allelys’ AL100 girder frame was engaged to move an engine—an operation likely requiring customs coordination, ferry scheduling, and city route clearance. Cross-border equipment movements often add a layer of regulatory complexity, especially when moving between the UK and Ireland post-Brexit.
Each of these operations called for distinct planning, engineering input, and real-time decision-making, according to Allelys. A spokesperson commented, “A big thank you to our teams on the ground and to our support staff from each of our offices – none of this would have been possible without your hard work and dedication.”
