Vantage Logistics Successfully Transports 160TONS of Steel Structures from Shanghai, China to Viet Nam

Vantage Logistics has successfully completed the transportation of the first shipment for the Neway Valve Vietnam Factory Construction Project. The shipment comprised 160 TONS of steel structures with a total value exceeding USD 150,000, safely and on-schedule transported from Shanghai Port (China) to Ho Chi Minh City Port (Viet Nam) and delivered directly to the project site at Dat Do Industrial Park (Vietnam).

1. Project logistics overview of steel structure transportation

This event marks an important milestone as Vantage Logistics was trusted by the client to manage the entire transportation scope for a large-scale factory construction project.

The steel structure shipment, weighing 160 TONS and valued at over USD 150,000, was operated via maritime transport from Shanghai Port (POL) to Ho Chi Minh City Port (POD), combined with inland road transportation to the final delivery point at Dat Do Industrial Park in April 2026. The primary transportation mode selected was breakbulk ocean freight combined with specialized heavy-haul trucks.

2. End-to-end project logistics scope of work and optimized logistics solutions

Vantage Logistics undertook the end-to-end closed-loop logistics chain (Door-to-Door):

• International ocean freight: Proposed and chartered a suitable breakbulk vessel to transport 160 tons of steel structures from Shanghai to Ho Chi Minh City.
• Customs clearance and port handling: Performed all import customs procedures, coordinating with the port authority for cargo reception, discharge, and safe handling.
• Door delivery: Deployed specialized road transport vehicles to deliver the entire steel structure shipment from Ho Chi Minh City Port directly to the job site at Dat Do Industrial Park.

Technical & cost optimization solution: To meet the strict budget and schedule requirements of the main contractor, Vantage studied the technical characteristics of the cargo to propose the most optimal breakbulk solution. This solution significantly reduced operational costs compared to conventional methods while ensuring absolute cargo safety standards.

3. Logistics schedule challenges and on-site technical supervision

Ensuring seamless logistics schedule continuity through the holiday period (April 30 – May 1)

The shipment arrived at the port and commenced delivery right during the peak of the April 30 – May 1 national holidays. During this period, transport routes, labor forces, and port infrastructures typically face severe congestion, posing a high risk of project schedule delays.

To resolve this challenge, Vantage Logistics proactively planned coordination in advance, working closely with shipping agents, customs authorities, and port management to secure priority handling channels. Consequently, the shipment was smoothly cleared and released without disruption or demurrage costs.

24/7 technical supervision and safety assurance

• Lifting & handling supervision: Vantage’s engineers and site supervisors were present 24/7 at the discharge port and delivery site to directly oversee rigging and lifting operations, ensuring strict compliance with the lifting plan.
• Lashing & securing: The technical team strictly monitored the securing procedures both onboard the vessel and on specialized trailers, completely eliminating risks of shifting or deformation of the steel structures during transit.
• Multi-party coordination: Continuous communication between the factory, shipping agents, port authorities, and transport fleet ensured that the handover process at Dat Do Industrial Park proceeded smoothly and on schedule.

The success of this shipment for the Neway Valve Project further reaffirms Vantage Logistics’ capabilities in the field of Project Logistics / Heavy Lift & OOG:

• Infrastructure & partner capabilities: Strong partnership networks with breakbulk carriers, heavy-haul transporters, and major port systems.
• Technical expert team: Experienced in establishing lifting plans and lashing plans meeting international safety standards.
• Contractor-tailored optimization: Providing door-to-door turnkey solutions, schedule reliability commitment, risk control, and budget optimization for investors and EPC contractors.

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