DB Schenker is embarking on a massive logistics challenge to support India’s ambitious energy transition. The company is managing the transport of 240 wind turbine blades, each stretching 76.8 meters long and weighing over 19 tons, from Sheyang, China, to Kandla Port, India. The blades are part of a large-scale renewable energy project for Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology and India’s top wind turbine supplier. This logistics operation, running from May to December 2024, represents a total transport volume of nearly 274,000 cubic meters and a total weight of 4,600 tons.
Thorsten Meincke, Member of the Management Board for Air and Ocean Freight at DB Schenker, highlights the significance of this project: “We are proud to support India’s shift from fossil fuels to green alternatives. India is rapidly developing, and economic growth goes hand in hand with energy production. The provision of 80 wind turbines fosters the creation of both a stable and sustainable power supply.”
The project, which involves the transport of blades longer than the Statue of Liberty is tall, reflects the complex logistics operations required in such large-scale renewable energy initiatives. Each blade’s sheer size demands intricate handling procedures, from the plant in Sheyang to their final destination at Kandla Port. Daniel Wieland, Senior Vice President Global Projects & Industry Solutions at DB Schenker, says: “DB Schenker is a world-leading logistics partner for renewable energy projects. This large-scale logistics project of safely transporting wind turbine blades demonstrates DB Schenker’s unparalleled project management and technical capabilities. Our teams in China and India collaborate intensively and fulfill this assignment with the highest efficiency and reliability.”
The project showcases DB Schenker’s extensive experience and skill in handling specialized cargo. The Global Projects & Industry Solutions team is managing every aspect of the operation, from pick-up and export clearance to loading, unloading, and ocean freight. The scale and complexity of this task underline the company’s commitment to supporting renewable energy projects globally.
DB Schenker’s role in this initiative aligns with the broader push for sustainable energy solutions. As the world seeks alternatives to fossil fuels, efficient and reliable logistics become crucial in bringing these technologies to market. This effort reflects a significant step in India’s journey toward a greener future, highlighting the intersection of logistics and sustainability.