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.
Cargo handlingIn 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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Support networkCapabilities
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
Resources
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Proof
Related case studies
Industries served
Sectors we run this for
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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