Freight Forwarding · Project cargo
Heavy, awkward and oversized cargo, planned properly.
Technical drawings, load plans and loadmasters on site — backed by the shipping-line relationships and charter experience of the Peters & May Group.
Project & heavy-lift cargo
The Peters & May Group has long experience lifting and transporting heavy and awkward cargo.
Our technical team prepares drawings and load plans, and our loadmasters attend and supervise lifts so each operation runs as planned.
Strong relationships with the traditional shipping lines let us offer bespoke breakbulk solutions for large projects. We also regularly charter vessels for yacht transport, and these can carry large equipment and project cargo too.
What's included
Project services we provide.
Vessel chartering
Charter vessels for cargo too large or time-critical for scheduled services.
Route studies
Road, port and bridge constraints assessed before anything moves.
Technical drawings
Project planning drawings and load plans prepared by our technical team.
Surveys
Independent surveyor reports on cargo condition and lashing.
Loadmaster attendance
Our loadmasters supervise lifts and loading on site.
Abnormal loads
Oversized road movements with permits and escorts arranged.
Breakbulk & out-of-gauge
Cargo shipped outside standard containers, planned to the item.
Why Peters & May
Experience with complexity
Multi-party, multi-mode movements are routine work for this team.
Planned to the project
Route, equipment and method chosen for each movement, with risks set out before you commit.
Safety on site
Permits, escorts and supervised lifts protect the cargo and the people around it.
Speak to the team
Project cargo enquiries.
Office hours Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (UK).
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Common questions
What counts as project cargo?
Oversized, heavy or complex shipments that need special handling and planning — machinery, factory components, large vehicles.
How do you plan a project cargo shipment?
With route and risk assessments, drawings and load plans, and coordination with every party involved.
Can you manage the work on site?
Yes. Our loadmasters can supervise loading, transport and unloading.
Do you offer custom packing and crating?
Yes. We can provide packing to protect the cargo in transit.
How do you keep project cargo safe?
Permits, escorts and specialist equipment where needed, and supervised lifts.
Can project cargo be insured through Peters & May?
Yes. Cover can be arranged to suit the specific risks of the movement.
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Tell us what you're moving.
Commodity, dimensions, weight, origin, destination and ready date are enough to start. We'll recommend the route and method, and explain why.