Heavy & Oversized transport

Tailor-Made Solutions for Out-of-Gauge Cargo

We specialize in exceptional and oversized transport, both nationally and internationally, handling non-standard cargo in terms of weight, length, height, or width.
Dogado manages complex logistics projects with a personalized approach, in full compliance with Italian and international regulations on exceptional transport (Articles 61 and 62 of the Highway Code), which define the requirements and conditions for the transit of oversized vehicles on public roads.

With decades of experience in the oil & gas, energy, manufacturing, and civil engineering sectors, we offer complete end-to-end transport solutions for oversized loads — from technical feasibility studies to permit management, all the way to final delivery by road, sea, rail, or air.

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Services for Exceptional Transport

Technical and Logistical Feasibility Studies

We analyse each project in detail — assessing route limitations, infrastructure constraints, load profiles, and vehicle suitability. Our team designs the optimal transport path based on project requirements and safety standards.

Permits and Special Authorizations

Dogado manages the entire authorization process, with local and national authorities in compliance with legal requirements.
We coordinate mandatory technical escorts for exceptional convoys and ensure full compliance with prescribed travel limits and conditions.

Multimodal and Pre-Carriage Transport

We plan and manage multimodal solutions combining road, barge, air cargo, and sea transport. From pre-carriage to port or airport delivery, we guarantee full logistic coordination and time efficiency.

Handling and Special Operations

We handle lifting, positioning, and loading operations with certified lifting equipment and expert supervision — ensuring total safety, even in critical contexts.

Customized Delivery Solutions

Through our network of trusted partners and local operators, Dogado ensures door-to-door delivery, even in hard-to-reach or restricted access areas.

Types of Exceptional Transport

Break Bulk

For indivisible or oversized cargo that cannot be containerized — ideal for turbines, steel structures, industrial modules, and complex plants.

Ro-Ro (Roll-On/Roll-Off)

Perfect for wheeled machinery, agricultural or industrial vehicles, and mobile equipment loaded directly onto the ship deck.

Barge Transport

River barges enable the movement of heavy cargo in areas inaccessible by road or rail — ideal for inland routes and connections to seaports.

Chartering

Exclusive chartering of cargo aircraft or vessels for out-of-gauge or urgent industrial shipments, including full technical and commercial management.

Road Transport

Using special modular or low-bed trailers and multi-axle vehicles, we ensure compliance with legal standards, route feasibility, and infrastructure requirements.

Cargo Freighter

For international air transport of oversized or high-value components, particularly in oil & gas and energy infrastructure projects.

Industries Served

Green Energy

Handling wind blades, towers, transformers, and components for renewable energy plants.

Oil & Gas

Transport of pre-assembled modules, compressors, pipelines, and high-risk energy components.

Civil Engineering

Logistics for beams, precast structures, and large components for public works and construction sites.

Heavy Industry

Management of high-mass cargo such as presses, boilers, and large transformers.

Amusement Park

Transport of mobile rides, attractions, and platforms with customized packaging and secure handling.

Technical and Ancillary Services

  • Crating:  ISPM-15 certified wooden crates for machinery and delicate components.
  • Stuffing: Precise container or flat-rack loading and cargo positioning.
  • Lashing: Professional securing according to international standards for maximum transport safety.
  • Wrapping: Technical film protection against moisture, dust, and damage.
  • Lifting: Safe vertical movements with mobile cranes.
  • Chartering: Exclusive chartering of ships or aircraft for out-of-gauge and urgent shipments.

Equipment We Use

  • Flat Racks: For wide, tall, or heavy cargo not compatible with standard containers.
  • Break Bulk Carriers: For non-containerized, individually handled shipments.
  • Ro-Ro Platforms: For mobile equipment and industrial vehicles.
  • Barges: For heavy inland waterway transport.
  • SPMT (Self-Propelled Modular Transporters): For industrial heavy loads.
  • Hydraulic Cranes: For controlled lifting operations.
  • Mafi Trailers: Used for Ro-Ro vessels in static, heavy, or oversized cargo.
  • Low-bed & Extendable Trailers: Modular, dolly, or recessed platforms for exceptional road transport.

With over 30 years of experience in industrial logistics, Dogado is your ideal partner for complex oversized transport projects — combining regulatory expertise, specialized equipment, and a global logistics network.

Contact us for a personalized consultation and discover how we can support your next out-of-gauge shipment.