Heavy haulage services require effective project management following a structured approach. Here, we provide a brief overview of the strategies we follow to ensure our transportation projects are delivered successfully and on time.
Detailed planning and coordination
- Each assignment starts with thorough project planning, which includes defining the scope, objectives, itineraries and methods, along with the resources and permits required.
- The next step looks at identifying the potential challenges and risks specific to heavy haulage, such as infrastructural limitations and route restrictions, as well as weather conditions and regulatory constraints.
- We then coordinate with the relevant stakeholders, including transportation authorities, regulatory bodies, clients and suppliers.
Route assessment and optimisation
- The planning phase also includes route surveillance, i.e. the assessment of road conditions, bridges, tunnels, overhead clearances and other potential obstacles.
- We then plot the safest and most efficient route, considering factors such as load dimensions, weight and local regulations.
Resource allocation
- Once the planning stage is complete, we then allocate the necessary resources, including skilled personnel, specialised equipment and transportation vehicles capable of handling heavy loads.
- Regular maintenance of our equipment ensures it is in optimal working condition at all times to prevent breakdowns and delays.
Documentation and compliance
- All necessary permits for oversize and overweight loads are obtained in advance, and we maintain accurate records of all project-related activities, including permits, route plans, maintenance logs and incident reports.
- We keep a close eye on permit validity to ensure compliance with heavy haulage regulations and restrictions.
Safety and risk management
- The implementation of comprehensive safety protocols ensures that all employees and goods remain safe during loading, securing and unloading the heavy loads.
- We also conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure the mitigation strategies we have in place are adequate.
- All employees including drivers are regularly trained on our safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Communication and collaboration
- We work hard to maintain clear and open communication channels with all stakeholders involved in the project, including our clients, drivers, logistics teams, and regulatory agencies.
- All stakeholders are regularly updated on progress and, if applicable, any changes to the agreed project plans.
Contingency planning
- We have contingency plans ready to deal with unexpected events, such as road closures, accidents, adverse weather or technical failures.
- Alternative routes and solutions are in place to minimise disruptions and keep the project on track.
Continuous improvement
- We routinely conduct post-project reviews to evaluate overall performance and identify lessons learnt.
- All feedback and insights from each project are incorporated into future planning and execution to continuously improve our heavy haulage offering.