Hapag-Lloyd Ups Special Cargo Focus
Container shipper Hapag-Lloyd said it has intensified its focus special cargo for container vessels. In order to be able to transport more cargo which does not fit into standard containers due to oversize or overweight, Hapag-Lloyd has strengthened its team of specialists. In addition to its Special Cargo Division at its headquarters in Hamburg, Special Cargo Teams have been established for the major markets in Asia and South and North America. Thus more than 50 sales and technical specialists for out of gauge (OOG) transports are available to support our customers worldwide.
“Special cargo is a growing market throughout the world,” said Hapag-Lloyd Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) Thorsten Haeser. “Hapag-Lloyd has many years of experience in this attractive segment. We are well-known and renowned for our expertise. Now we intend to reach more customers and grow in this segment as well.”
The shipping company said it is also increasing its sales and marketing activities with regard to special cargo. “We wish to do a better job of informing our customers about their chances to profit both from our experts’ specialized knowledge and the advantages of one of the worldwide leading liner shipping companies,” Haeser said.
Almost all Hapag-Lloyd vessels can transport, load and unload special cargo in any major port, the shipper said. In this way, the group’s customers have access to 121 liner services at present calling regularly at all major ports worldwide.
With offices in all major ports, Hapag-Lloyd provides its customers with a local contact personally supervising loading and unloading procedures for special cargo.
“Safe and punctual transport of special cargo is a major priority for us,” said Michael Pradel, Managing Director Region Europe and responsible for implementation of the project. “Each transport is individually organized, coordinated and monitored by experienced engineers and navigators.”
“We want to move things in a big way for our customers. Their special cargo is our passion,” Pradel added.