In today’s fast paced world, safe and timely delivery of project goods is pivotal to the success of businesses across the globe. When a shipment becomes an intricate puzzle to solve, it takes a team of experts to piece it together. J M Baxi Heavy recently successfully executed a challenging complexity that not only saved costs but adhered to strict timelines.
The client Jindal Steel & Power Limited had missed the last dispatch plan for shipment due to transport hold up for its crucial back-up roll shipment, from Terni, Italy to its destination at Chennai, India. At first, glance, it might seem like a routine task, but the project was anything but ordinary.
Rerouting Due to Road Restrictions
The client initially sent road transportation with an Incoterm CIF agreement between the shipper and the consignee. However, due to a bridge collapse that led to the closure of a road and hence, transportation by road, the Italian Road Transport (RTO) prohibited it. As a result, the shipper opted to move the first roll by rail, which was of considerable height and not feasible. Consequently, the shipper insisted on converting the term to Ex Works.
Optimising Costs Through Innovation
Keeping in mind the client’s budget constraints and timelines, one of the most striking aspects was J M Baxi Heavy's innovation to transfer the cargo from the wagon to the saddle alongside the vessel without the requirement of a port gantry crane and the use of transport axles for loading, storage and shifting of cargo by 300m which would cost more than € 75000. To load it directly on the ship, a vessel with a higher crane capacity and lifting radius was required, picking up the cargo from the axle wagon at 18m from the vessel and placing it on the transport saddle. Once the cargo was lashed and chocked, it was loaded on the vessel.
Meeting Strict Timelines
Time was of the essence in this project, as the ship had to arrive just in time when the wagon reached, as holding either the ship or the wagon beyond certain timelines meant heavy demurrage charges. The plan faced other inherent challenges – the shipment was during the holiday season in Italy, where manpower is in short supply and we had to do multiple operations at port which we concluded in 7 hr. The team’s dedication to adhering to these stringent timelines is commendable.
Mission Accomplished: On Time, Every Time
The successful execution of this project by J M Baxi Heavy is a testament to their commitment to delivering effective, safe, and timely solutions. Any delays in the project would have resulted in a waiting period of over a month for the next available shipment slot. Thanks to their expertise and dedication, such a delay was avoided, ensuring that Jindal Steel & Power Limited received their critical back-up roll shipment without hiccups.
In conclusion, J M Baxi Heavy's recent transport project from Terni to Chennai stands as a noteworthy example of how innovative thinking, meticulous planning, and unwavering dedication can overcome complex engineering challenges. As a trusted partner in delivering results, the team focuses on delivering results on their ability to find solutions where others encounter obstacles. In a world that demands agility and efficiency in logistics, J M Baxi Heavy provides customers with unique solutions, innovation, and expertise.
