Global Freight

Break Bulk Shipping

Oversized, heavy and non-containerised cargo moved safely.

The problem

Why businesses struggle

Cargo that will not fit a container gets quoted late, handled badly and damaged in port because nobody engineered the lift.

Business impact

  • Damage during loading and discharge
  • Port delays on unplanned lifts
  • Costly re-handling and storage

How Bromley solves it

The process

01

Cargo survey and planning

Dimensions, weights and lifting points assessed before a vessel is booked.

02

Vessel and port selection

Berth, crane capacity and stevedoring matched to the consignment.

03

Securing and lashing

Engineered stowage plans with certified lashing and dunnage.

04

Transshipment support

Storage, consolidation and onward inland movement coordinated end to end.

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In operation

Break Bulk Shipping in practice

Dimensions, weights and lifting points assessed before a vessel is booked.

Case study

Infrastructure contractor

Zero-damage discharge

Prefabricated steel sections were surveyed, lashed and discharged to a pre-booked laydown area with no damage or demurrage.

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Capabilities

What's included

  • Heavy machinery
  • Steel structures
  • Industrial components
  • Port handling
  • Storage & transshipment
  • Project cargo

Benefits

What changes for your business

  • Safe handling of non-containerised cargo
  • Optimised routes that reduce delay and cost
  • Customs and compliance handled alongside
  • One coordinator across port, vessel and inland legs

Industries served

Sectors we run this for

ManufacturingRetailConstructionHealthcareNGOsAgricultureImportersExporters

FAQ

Break Bulk Shipping questions, answered

What is break bulk shipping?+

Transport of cargo that cannot travel in standard containers and must be loaded, secured and discharged piece by piece.

Do you handle port operations?+

Yes — stevedoring coordination, lifting plans, laydown areas and onward inland haulage.

How do you choose the right vessel and berth?+

Berth, crane capacity and stevedoring are matched to the consignment's dimensions and weight before booking.

Is my cargo secured for the voyage?+

Yes, engineered stowage plans with certified lashing and dunnage protect non-containerised cargo throughout transit.

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