Transporting 113-ton cargo through narrow mountains

Case Studies

Customer challenge

Transport a 113-ton rotor shaft from a factory in Switzerland through narrow mountain passes and tunnels to a hydropower site in northern Italy. This became even more complicated because the two countries had different rules for convoy transportation, requiring an exchange of vehicles at the border.

Our solution

  • Route planning
  • Permit applications
  • Heavy, out-of-gauge road shipments
  • Escorts and convoys
  • Specialized transportation equipment

Safely transported a 113 metric ton rotor shaft from a factory in Switzerland to a hydropower site in northern Italy.

Customer benefits

The rotor shaft was safely delivered to its destination to the customer’s satisfaction. The customer entrusted this project to OIA because of our proven history of delivering complex projects on time and on budget. Surveys, communication with road authorities in both countries, and detailed planning ensured the transport was completed without incident.

Transporting oversized cargo?

OIA has previously shipped massive rotors, turbines, planes, armatures, and even an entire museum exhibit.

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