Estimated reading time: 2 minutes
A 51-ton coldbox roll out of Linde Engineering’s facility in Tacherting-Schalchen, heading for the inland port of Bayernhafen GmbH in Passau, en route to North Africa.
The coldbox, destined for Arzew, Algeria, was moved by Viktor Baumann GmbH & Co. KG using a 5+2 axle low loader. The journey covered just over 100 kilometers and took two days to complete. The equipment was loaded onto an inland waterway vessel at the Bayernhafen terminal, with the Danube providing the next leg of the transport route.
The coldbox will travel through Europe’s inland waterways before reaching the sea route toward the Algerian port city of Arzew, one of the country’s key industrial hubs on the Mediterranean coast. The shipment is part of a broader project logistics operation supporting energy infrastructure in North Africa.
Schwertransport Service Lakota GmbH & Co. KG provided essential support throughout the operation. Viktor Baumann GmbH expressed appreciation for the coordination and handling provided by their partner, noting the smooth collaboration from pre-planning to execution.
Transporting such high-value, oversize cargo overland in Germany requires precise planning, permits, and the right equipment. Obstacles like tight village roads, winter conditions, and time-sensitive delivery windows mean that even a 100km move can pose serious logistical challenges.
Despite the relatively short distance to Passau, the two-day duration reflects the care needed in heavy cargo logistics. Coordinating with local authorities, scheduling optimal travel windows, and ensuring route readiness are all part of what made this transport successful.
The Danube’s role in European project cargo continues to grow, and operations like this one demonstrate how inland waterways are a crucial link between inland manufacturers and overseas destinations.
Source: baumann
