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deugro Successfully Delivers Over 52,600 CBM of Critical Equipment for INEOS Project One

LONDON, UK, January 13, 2025 – deugro UK, in a remarkable feat of logistics, successfully delivered over 52,600 CBM of critical equipment to support the construction of Europe’s most sustainable ethane cracker, INEOS Project One. Collaborating closely with deugro China, deugro Chartering, and local teams in Antwerp, the company managed the transport of ten oversized storage bullets and additional equipment from Zhangjiagang, China, to the Port of Antwerp in Belgium.

The operation was no small undertaking. The equipment, with individual weights reaching up to 738 metric tons and dimensions as large as 47.8 x 9.2 x 11.5 meters, presented a logistical puzzle. Combined, the cargo weighed over 6,890 metric tons and required specialized handling. Two heavy-lift vessels, the Jumbo Fairplayer and Jumbo Fairmaster, were deployed to carry out the job. These vessels, part of the elite K3000-class, feature a combined Safe Working Load (SWL) of 3,000 metric tons and are among the few in the world capable of handling such oversized and heavy lift (OSHL) cargo.

Despite the tight six-week timeline from order receipt to loading, deugro’s deep expertise and strong industry connections ensured the availability of suitable vessels. “Such vessels are rare and often booked well in advance,” explained Kai von Taube, Head of Global Chartering at deugro. “But thanks to our long-standing relationships with strategic carriers, we secured the necessary space within just two weeks.”

The Jumbo Fairplayer set sail first, loaded with five storage bullets—two C4 product bullets and three C4 import bullets—totaling 25,286.20 CBM and 2,857.80 metric tons. Three weeks later, the Jumbo Fairmaster followed, carrying two PGP and three CGP storage bullets of identical volume but weighing 3,690 metric tons.

However, the voyage wasn’t without challenges. Heavy congestion at Gangxin Port threatened to delay the Fairmaster by nearly a month. Deugro’s swift intervention, arranging additional lashing and welding crews, convinced the terminal to allow earlier berthing, saving significant time and costs. This proactive approach underscores the company’s dedication to efficiency and client satisfaction.

Loading the massive storage bullets onto the vessels required precision down to the centimeter. Stowing four of the bullets on the weather deck necessitated strategic use of the vessels’ tween deck hatch covers as load spreaders, while the fifth was maneuvered into the lower hold. The process demanded meticulous planning and execution, supported by detailed method statements prepared by dteq Transport Engineering Solutions.

“As much as you can plan, sudden changes during operations are inevitable. Having experienced engineers on-site ensures safety and quick management of changes,” noted Arlan Baylon, Regional Director of dteq APAC.

After a 53-day journey spanning 12,958 nautical miles, both vessels arrived at the Port of Antwerp on schedule. Under the watchful eyes of deugro’s project managers, marine warranty surveyors, and the client’s teams, the unloading process was carried out smoothly and punctually.

Reflecting on the success of this complex operation, David Richardson, Operations Manager at deugro UK, expressed gratitude for the trust placed by the client. “Thanks to the clockwork-like collaboration with all partners, these impressive cargo units were delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget.”

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