How did Marine Connections Vietnam manage this project cargo shipment?
Marine Connections Vietnam, a member of the XLProjects Network (XLP), successfully coordinated the shipment of a 20.02-meter-long Mousehole from Gemalink Port in Vung Tau, Vietnam, to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
The shipment included one Mousehole as BBK/OOG cargo and one 20-foot container carrying an interface box and miscellaneous cargo. The cargo was transported via Singapore aboard M/V ZHONG GU BEI JING, covering approximately 4,500 nautical miles.
What were the key shipment details?
| Shipment Detail | Information |
| Cargo | 1 x Mousehole – BBK/OOG + 1 x 20GP Interface Box and Misc. |
| Weight | 5,650 kg |
| Dimensions | 20.02 M x 0.94 M x 1.02 M |
| Loading | 1 BBK unit secured on 40-foot flat racks |
| Port of Loading | Gemalink Port, Vung Tau, Vietnam |
| Port of Discharge | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia |
| Routing | Vung Tau – Singapore – Jeddah |
| Vessel | M/V ZHONG GU BEI JING |
| Voyage | 0T21EW1MA |
| Sailing Distance | Approximately 4,500 nautical miles |
What challenges did the shipment present?
The main challenge was safely handling and securing the 20.02-meter-long Mousehole as BBK/OOG cargo. Its exceptional length required careful stowage and specialized lashing arrangements to maintain stability throughout the ocean voyage.
The cargo was secured with nine lashing belts and 14 wooden blocks, with additional rubber pads and protective materials at contact points to prevent movement and surface damage.
How was the cargo safely transported?
Marine Connections Vietnam worked closely with the terminal, carrier and relevant parties to coordinate the special handling, loading and lashing requirements. This careful planning helped ensure the oversized cargo was securely loaded and safely transported to Jeddah.
The shipment demonstrates the importance of experienced project logistics coordination when handling long and out-of-gauge project cargo on international routes.
Summary
Marine Connections Vietnam successfully managed a challenging BBK/OOG shipment from Vietnam to Saudi Arabia, combining specialized cargo securing with close coordination among the parties involved. The 20.02-meter Mousehole traveled approximately 4,500 nautical miles via Singapore before reaching Jeddah.
