Break Bulk Shipping
Product Description
SPEED INT-L ships break bulk cargo from China to all major African ports — steel coils, structures, plant modules and project equipment. Vessel capacity depends on the ship: Handysize bulkers carry 10,000-40,000 DWT and Supramax 50,000-65,000 DWT, so a single voyage can lift 10,000+ tons. Single-piece weight is set by ship/terminal cranes — standard ship cranes 30-60 tons, heavy-lift vessels 100-300 tons single lift. 200,000 RT annual volume, 24 years on the China-Africa lane. NVOCC MOC-NV11880.
Product Detail
Loading Ports: Shanghai/Tianjin/Qingdao/Taicang | Destination: Lagos, Tema, Douala, Luanda, Mombasa, Durban | Schedule: Monthly sailings
Why Choose SPEED INT-L
✓ 10,000+ Tons per Voyage (Vessel Class Dependent)
✓ 200,000+ RT Annual Volume
✓ Heavy-Lift Vessel Partnerships
✓ Certified Lashing Teams
✓ 17 Years of Africa Focus
✓ End-to-End Project Handling
✓ Zero Damage Record
✓ Engineering-Led Stowage
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is break bulk shipping?
A: Cargo loaded individually on the vessel rather than containerized - for heavy, oversized and project cargo.
Q: What is the typical transit time?
A: 25-45 days from South China ports to major African destinations.
Q: What is the maximum cargo weight?
A: Single-piece weight is set by ship and terminal cranes - standard ship cranes 30-60 tons, heavy-lift vessels 100-300 tons. A whole voyage can carry 10,000+ tons depending on vessel class (Handysize/Supramax).
Q: Can you handle inland delivery in Africa?
A: Yes - we coordinate road, rail and barge transport to project sites.