EXG completes landmark load out for world’s largest green hydrogen energy project

Express Global Logistics (EXG), a member to the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) in India, has proudly completed the transportation and load-out of 14 critical modules in the Southern Part of India for the world’s largest green hydrogen energy project in Saudi Arabia. Each module, weighing up to 250 ton, was meticulously moved and positioned using SPMT configurations comprising 48 axles and 2 PPUs with specially designed spacers. The intricate operation involved transporting 14 heavy modules from a designated yard to the designated jetty using Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs).

Module Specifications:

• Number of Modules: 14
• Weight Range: 250 MT
• Each Module Dimensions: 50 meters (length) x 12 meters (width) x 18 meters (height)
• Total Freight Tonnage (FRT): 1500 MT

Load Out Operations:

1. Roll-On/Roll-Off (RoRo) Operations:
   • Modules Handled: 8
   • Procedure: The modules were securely loaded onto the RoRo vessel on SPMT using ramp plates and pre-placed stools. The vessel's stability was ensured with the ballast method. Once in place, the modules were thoroughly secured, making them ready for the voyage

1. Lift-On/Lift Off Operations:

• Modules Handled: 6
• Procedure: The remaining 6 modules were transported to the designated jetty on SPMTs, where they were precisely lifted and placed on the deck by efficient crawler cranes

Challenges Tackled and Solutions Implemented:

• Innovative Spacer Combination: EXG introduced an in-house designed spacer combination for the SPMTs, resolving the Length and facilitating the loadout of PAR and PAU modules without compromising the integrity of the module structures.
• Vessel Structure Protrusion: EXG managed the higher loadout ramp height caused by vessel structure protrusions using Scheuerle axles. Continuous coordination with the vessel ballast team was essential in maintaining precise operational windows.
• Precision Unloading: The EXG expert team achieved precision unloading on vessel grillages, maintaining a stringent 3% dimension clearance to meet sea voyage specifications.
• Mooring Winches Limitation: EXG adeptly navigated the limitations posed by vessel mooring winches, successfully completing the loadout within a restricted rising tide window.

Conclusion: “This successful load out operation stands as a testament to EXG's unparalleled expertise in managing complex logistics and heavy Lifting Jobs. The seamless execution of this project highlights the exceptional capabilities of our in-house engineering team and operational crew. Their innovative solutions, precise execution, and unwavering commitment ensured that even the most challenging conditions were met with confidence and efficiency.”