What Project Cargo Operation Was Completed by Ceekay Shipping?
Ceekay Shipping Sdn Bhd, a member of the XLProjects Network (XLP), successfully transported a 3,000-ton/3,500-ton open die forging press machine from Busan, Korea, to Mumbai Port, India. The shipment comprised 50 packages, including oversized and heavy-lift components requiring specialized project logistics planning.
Covering approximately 5,418 nautical miles, the project was executed through direct coordination with the shipping line, demonstrating Ceekay Shipping’s expertise in handling complex project cargo movements.
What Challenges Were Encountered During the Shipment?
The main challenge was securing breakbulk vessel space due to limited vessel availability between Busan and Mumbai amid disruptions in the Middle East.
Despite these constraints, Ceekay Shipping successfully managed the shipment, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of the oversized cargo while showcasing its capability in overcoming challenging market conditions within the global project network.
Project Cargo Details Overview
| Description | Details |
| Company | Ceekay Shipping Sdn Bhd |
| Cargo | 3,000-ton / 3,500-ton Open Die Forging Press Machine |
| Total Packages | 50 Packages |
| Port of Loading | Busan, Korea |
| Port of Discharge | Mumbai Port, India |
| Distance | 5,418 Nautical Miles |
| Transport Method | Breakbulk Shipping |
Main Cargo Components
| Commodity | Dimensions (M) | Weight (MT) |
| Main Bed | 5 × 4.9 × 2.3 | 110 |
| Crown | 5.5 × 4.4 × 2.5 | 105 |
| Moving Slide & Top Bolster | 4.4 × 3.7 × 2 | 80 |
Summary
Ceekay Shipping Sdn Bhd successfully completed the transportation of a large open die forging press machine from Korea to India, overcoming limited breakbulk vessel availability caused by regional disruptions. The project highlights the company’s capabilities in handling heavy-lift cargo, specialized project logistics and complex industrial shipments within the global project cargo sector.
