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Antwerp Expertise at the Heart of INEOS Project ONE’s Logistical Triumph

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The construction of INEOS’ Project ONE at the Port of Antwerp is nothing short of monumental. This ethane cracker, touted as a “once in a generation” development, poses unique logistical challenges due to its sheer scale and complexity. With Antwerp’s renowned expertise in general cargo logistics, it’s no surprise that the port has become the hub of this massive project.

Gosselin Group, a seasoned logistics player, is leading the charge as the general contractor for Project ONE’s logistics. Acting as the control tower, Gosselin oversees everything from material delivery to onsite coordination and value-added activities like assembly and inspection. Their experience in managing relocation transports has proven invaluable for a project of this magnitude.

The collaboration between various companies in the Port of Antwerp is equally remarkable. PSA Breakbulk, for instance, manages the transshipment of goods by sea, handling large modules built overseas and brought to Antwerp for assembly. Felbermayr and Sarens, with their specialized heavy-lift equipment, are also key players in ensuring the smooth transfer of massive components.

The scale of Project ONE has driven a level of cooperation rarely seen in the logistics sector. This collaboration, which transcends individual corporate interests, is a point of pride for Antwerp’s port community. As Joris Leonaers, Manager of Industrial Projects at Gosselin Group, puts it, this cooperation showcases the strength of Antwerp’s logistics ecosystem.

In June, Gosselin coordinated the arrival of the first two heavy-lift shipments—a 591-ton splitter and a 347-ton demethanizer—at the PSA Breakbulk terminal. Transported by BigLift Shipping’s MV Happy Star, these units were moved by Felbermayr’s 32-axle modular transporter to Sarens for setup. Later shipments included five 570-ton bullet tanks in August and September, with more components arriving steadily, underscoring Antwerp’s ability to handle complex breakbulk operations.

This project highlights Antwerp’s prowess in the breakbulk sector, a specialty that sets the port apart globally. As Dennis Verbeeck, General Manager of PSA Belgium Non-Container, noted, the port’s Project Cargo Ecosystem offers unparalleled technical expertise, specialized equipment, and the necessary space to support such large-scale industrial development.

Project ONE, which will produce 1,450 kilotons of ethylene annually, represents a significant investment in Antwerp’s future, creating hundreds of jobs and fostering sustainable economic growth. It also sets new standards in the industry, producing half the CO2 emissions of older ethane crackers.

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