What Project Cargo Operation Was Managed by Cronos Logistics?
Cronos Logistics, a member of the AerOceaNetwork (AON), successfully coordinated a breakbulk project cargo shipment from Taicang, China, to São Francisco do Sul, Brazil. The shipment comprised 31 pieces with a total weight of 368,400 kg, including three heavy pieces weighing 70 tons, 42 tons and 75.5 tons, respectively.
How Was the Shipment Coordinated?
The shipment was handled on an EXW basis, requiring Cronos Logistics to collect the cargo from the shipper’s location in Tianjin and transport it approximately 1,000 km to Taicang for loading.
To meet the vessel deadline, the cargo was collected during the weekend and delivered to the port within the required timeframe. The ocean transportation was handled by G2 Ocean, with Cronos Logistics chartering approximately 50% of the vessel capacity for the shipment.
What Challenges Were Overcome During the Move?
The main challenge was coordinating the cargo collection, inland transportation and vessel loading within a tight schedule. Although the shipper was located in Tianjin, the designated port of loading was Taicang, requiring the cargo to travel approximately 1,000 km across China before the ocean leg to Brazil.
The combination of heavy-lift cargo, multiple pieces and a fixed vessel deadline required careful planning and close coordination to ensure the shipment was delivered to the port on time.
What Are the Key Project Details?
| Description | Details |
| Company | Cronos Logistics |
| Cargo Type | Breakbulk |
| Total Pieces | 31 |
| Total Weight | 368,400 kg / 368.4 MT |
| Heavy Pieces | 70 tons, 42 tons and 75.5 tons |
| Port of Loading | Taicang, China |
| Port of Discharge | São Francisco do Sul, Brazil |
| Inland Distance in China | Approx. 1,000 km |
| Ocean Carrier | G2 Ocean |
| Vessel Capacity | Approx. 50% chartered for the shipment |
| Shipment Terms | EXW |
Summary
Cronos Logistics managed a complex 368.4-MT breakbulk shipment from China to Brazil, combining heavy-lift cargo handling, inland transportation and chartered vessel capacity. By coordinating the 1,000-km inland move from Tianjin to Taicang and collecting the cargo over the weekend, the company successfully met the vessel deadline and demonstrated its capabilities in demanding project logistics operations.
