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From modular construction to HVAC technologies, our clients aim to benefit from economies of scale. Structures, and the components used in the construction of new facilities, are continually increasing in size. Larger cargo such as refrigerators for super markets to prefabricated modules. Which we Often Move to remote locations lacking infrastructure, or within the constrained environments of congested sites and urban areas. This approach also presents significant logistical challenges. Once prefabricated components are ready, they must be lifted, transported and installed in the correct sequence. This requires a partner with the combination of heavy transport equipment and expertise to overcome logistical obstacles We have handled thousands of difficult and abnormal loads throughout the UK and Europe. With a versatile range of equipment including low loaders and extending trailers, we have the capability to move oversize and overweight consignments across Europe.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Our Permit's Team prepare movement permits for every abnormal, heavy and Out of Gauge transport project and our our diverse fleet of over 60 heavy haulage artic units and 120 specialist trailers and SPMTs ensures that we have the ideal equipment to suit your cargo. Specialist Abnormal Load Logistics Heavy Transport Logistics Heavy Haulage Spmt Transport Abnormal Load Heavy Transport Logistics Our fleet of vehicles includes Low & Semi-Low Loaders, Beam Trailers, Wafer Decks and Multi-Axle Hydraulic Modular Systems up to 3,500Te capacity in 2-,3- or 4-file configuration. Added to this are our SPMT trailers (Self Propelled Modular Transporters), our specialist 550Te Capacity Girder Bridge and our range of Crane Mounted Vehicles & Lorry Loaders including the 205 Tonne/Meter Effer 2055. Coupled with our fleet of Pilot Cars, we can ensure safe and compliant Abnormal Load transportation.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Collett Consulting route access surveys take into account horizontal and vertical alignments, weight and dimensional issues across all types of roads, structures and environments. Used extensively for heavy transport, abnormal loads and wind turbine components, Collett Consulting's detailed route access surveys provide in-depth route analysis to identify the most suitable delivery path. Our route access surveys provide an outlined analysis of how your project, cargo or components will be delivered to their destination. With wind turbine blades increasing in size and the development of new equipment to facilitate heavy transport, it's imperative that delivery routes from port to pad site are surveyed in their entirety for any restrictions that could impact on delivery.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Traffic management plans ensure that not only do heavy transport & abnormal load projects minimise impact on the surrounding environment but also on other road users and pedestrians. Traffic management plans include TTRO (Temporary Traffic Regulation Order), route planning and access reports to plan the movement of abnormal load heavy transport projects. Utilising all the data collated whilst undertaking swept path analysis reports, topographical surveys, visual route inspections, route access surveys and test drives, our Transport Consulting Team will provide comprehensive traffic management plans detailing all aspects of your heavy transport project. These traffic management plans and heavy transport surveying services identify current heavy transport legislation applicable to each individual abnormal load project.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Our fleet of hydraulic SPMTs provide the ideal solution for manoeuvring abnormal loads in confined spaces and intricately positioning components. The unique 360 degree manoeuvrability our SPMT trailer fleet allows our Team to undertake intricate transport and positioning of abnormal loads and heavy cargo in confined spaces. SPMTs are platform vehicles with hydrostatic driven axles, and regularly feature in our heavy transport and heavy lift operations providing an essential addition when undertaking the movement and positioning of abnormal loads, transformers, industrial cargo, vessels & tanks. The versatility of SPMTs allows them to be coupled in a variety of combinations tailoring to the specific cargo requirements. The unique hydraulic capabilities provide the ability to self load and off-load abnormal loads with a programmable steering option allowing multiple steering geometry patterns.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Our Transport Consulting experts possess the knowledge, experience and skills to analyse the surrounding topography and the impact of abnormal loads & heavy transport projects on the surrounding environment. Collett Transport Consulting topographical surveys are used to map the contours of the ground and existing features to assist with route planning and necessary modifications for abnormal load & heavy transport projects. This process, undertaken in the early days of our planning allows us to identifying any features which which could potentially impact on any abnormal load or heavy transport projects. The data gathered by Collett Transport Consulting from site visits and swept path analysis, coupled with data gathered during topographical surveys, provides the most accurate indication of any third party land requirements, road widening or pinch points along the route.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Our SPA software identifies height limitations, predictably evaluates vehicle movements and provides an accurate representation of a vehicle and load’s movement throughout any chosen transport route. Collett’s expert Transport Consulting Team provide detailed 2D & 3D swept path analysis reports and transport analysis, allowing us to accurately analyse the impact of abnormal loads and heavy transport projects. Our knowledge and expertise allows us to create 2D & 3D digital models of loaded delivery vehicles using our transport analysis and design software to provide intricate route planning reports and meticulous analysis of the vehicle's behaviour in the surrounding environment. Each vehicle model designed by the Collett Team is specifically created for each individual abnormal load or heavy transport project, based on exact vehicle dimensions and features accurate vehicle movement characteristics

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > From our Training Centre we provide a range of transport training courses which will allow you to sharpen your operational processes and ensure compliance responsibilities are met. Our courses cover abnormal loads and transport legislation to ensure you are fully equipped to undertake heavy haulage projects. It is the responsibility of hauliers to satisfy themselves that their own personnel are sufficiently competent to undertake the task of driving abnormal loads or abnormal vehicles. Competent means that they are suitably trained and/or experienced for the role. Our Transport Operations Management training courses cover the duties, rules and regulations alongside the operational processes required to undertake these tasks. Courses in our Transport Operations Management section cover the Management of Driver's Hours & Records, Operator Licence Awareness, Managing Drivers in Transport & Logistics and Managing Transport Projects.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Our Consulting Team has a proven track record in providing specialist reports to facilitate safe and professional transport. Our team of highly trained, experienced professionals can analyse the impact of abnormal loads on the surrounding environment identifying any amendments which may be required for safe passage. Possessing detailed knowledge of our specialist tractors, trailers and SPMTs, we apply the practical transport considerations of abnormal load vehicles. Our team understands the behaviour of abnormal load vehicles and has extensive knowledge of transport regulations, environmental considerations and planning requirements. For Heavy Transport projects we routinely undertake Route Access Surveys, Swept Path Analysis, Topographical Surveys, Traffic Management Plans, Visual Route Inspections, Test Drives and Environmental Impact Assessments.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Once our Transport Consulting Team have completed the preliminary planning for your heavy transport project, a test drive of the proposed abnormal load route can be undertaken. Used for wind turbine components and abnormal loads, these heavy transport test drives provide a detailed route analysis to show areas where route modifications are required to enable the passage of the proposed vehicle and load. The loaded vehicles simulate the correct dimensions of the abnormal loads, as would be required for the actual movement and any projections either in length, width or height are assembled to the trailer. All projections are designed to allow for easy modifications and reduction in size if required whilst on the public roads, this allows for quicker and smoother manoeuvrability reducing the impact on other road users.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > For those undertaking specialist transport operations we can provide the transport training required, from managing abnormal loads to driver awareness, escort drivers and driver's assistants, we can equip you with the knowledge of operational processes and procedures to ensure compliance responsibilities are met. It is the responsibility of hauliers to satisfy themselves that their own personnel are sufficiently competent to undertake the task of driving abnormal loads or oversized vehicles. Competent means that they are suitably trained and/or experienced for the role. Our specialist transport operations training courses cover the duties, rules and regulations alongside the operational processes required to undertake these tasks. Featured in this training are the two City & Guilds abnormal load escorting courses, available as a Level 2 Certificate for Escort Drivers or Level 3 for Escort Managers.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Our abnormal load escort vehicles provide pilot car services for all our heavy transport & haulage projects nationwide whilst our Permits Team ensure all necessary notifications are in place. Our fleet of Code of Practice escort vehicles provide nationwide coverage for heavy transport projects, guaranteeing a safe and compliant delivery, whilst the Collett Permits Team ensure the required notifications are in place for the movement of your cargo. All our pilot cars are Code of Practice compliant and will escort your cargo from collection to delivery point under the supervision of our qualified Drivers. Our Escort Drivers are qualified to City & Guilds standards: - Level 2 Certificate Abnormal Loads Escort Vehicle Driver - Level 3 Certificate Abnormal Loads Escort Vehicle Manager

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > With regular cargoes calling at different ports across Europe and the UK, Collett Marine liaise directly with major operators on a daily basis. Whether handling breakbulk, project cargo, factory production equipment, abnormal loads or the components for complete wind farm developments, our Marine Services provide the ideal solution for port operation and ship's discharge throughout the UK and Europe. Our three-acre heavy lift terminal at the Port of Grangemouth is our Scottish headquarters and acts as a central hub for importing and exporting project cargo, breakbulk, abnormal loads and wind energy components. This depot features a 110 Tonne gantry crane along with other heavy duty handling equipment, and has the full use of the Port of Grangemouth, providing facilities for vessels up to 140m LOA.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Our depots in Halifax, and portside locations in Goole and Grangemouth all offer secure warehousing, storage, cargo handling and specialist straddle carrier lifting facilities. Our warehousing and storage facilities can accommodate long and short term cargo handling and storage solutions or can simply be used as a 'holding' area for abnormal loads awaiting onward transport or shipment. Our 5-acre depot at Halifax offers 40,000sq ft of indoor warehousing and outdoor storage space and is divided between two operations, general warehousing for standard cargo and heavy lift storage for large, out of gauge cargo and abnormal loads. This depot is fully equipped to accommodate test builds, featuring two overhead gantry cranes with 30 Tonne and 32 Tonne capacity.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > The diverse nature of breakbulk and project cargo demands innovative vessel chartering solutions, which are expertly provided by the Collett Marine Team. The knowledge, skills and expertise held within Collett Marine allows us to provide marine logistics solutions across a variety of vessel chartering markets, from breakbulk through to heavy lift abnormal loads and industrial quantities of base commodoties. The expertise within the Collett Marine Team allows us to regularly fix vessels with different charter parties from part cargo, voyage charter, time charter and contracts of affreightment. We have the ability to charter for deep sea or short sea shipments, including coaster vessels, geared vessels, river barges and pontoons.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > We provide ship's agency services for all UK ports and harbours representing the interests of the vessel owners, managers or charterer and providing advice and assistance where required. Utilising our portside locations in Goole and Grangemouth we are ideally situated to quickly respond to our client's requirements for any UK port or harbour shipment, quickly and efficiently managing all aspects of ship's husbandry. Our dedicated Marine Ship's Agency Team are responsible for handling shipments of abnormal loads, project cargo and breakbulk at UK ports and harbours, representing the interests of the vessel owner or charterer while the ship is in port and providing advice and assistance as required. Our long established contacts within the marine industry allows our ship's agency to act on behalf of sea, river and canal going vessels.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Handling abnormal loads, equipment andcomponents across all UK ports, our Marine Services Team have the experience and knowledge to facilitate your specific requirements. Our Marine Teams oversee the complete management of your cargo, covering all ship's discharge and heavy lift services across all UK ports. Our dedicated Team of Stevedores will undertake the loading or discharge of your shipment providing a full marine service for your cargo. Operating from our dedicated heavy lift depots at the Port of Goole and the Port of Grangemouth our in-house Appointed Persons prepare lift plans, risk assessments and method statements to ensure safe lifting under CPA Contract Lift Conditions, while all stevedores services including discharge and loading, are managed by our Marine Division.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > At Training4Transport we provide JAUPT Approved CPC Periodic Training for professional drivers in the transport & logistics industries. The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) transport qualifications for professional bus, coach and lorry drivers introduced across Europe aim to improve road safety and help to maintain high standards of driving. Our Driver CPC approved courses will each give you 7 hours towards your required 35 hours of periodical training. - Safe Urban Driving - Module 1 - Safer Loading, Loading Safely - Abnormal Loads and STGO Awareness - Lo CITY Driving NEW TO 2019: Possible 35 Hour 5 day programme over 7 days to suit customer requirements.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > From single unit projects to complete breakbulk contracts our Engineering Team provide complete project management & heavy transport logistics for abnormal loads and oversized cargo. Our in-house qualified Mechanical Engineers are able to propose and produce engineering drawings including geometrical tolerancing to BS8888:2017 standards and working under CDM2015 regulations to BS5975:2018 standards for temporary works. We also follow EN:1990, EN:1991, EN:1992 and EN:1993 and the British National Annex for the design of any bespoke solutions. As part of our service you will be allocated a dedicated Project Manager who will oversee these requirements and co-ordinate the entire project, including full route assessment, specialist reporting and swept path analysis where required, ahead of the movement taking place.

> Click on the "WEBSITE" link for more > Established in 1928 Collett & Sons has expanded and diversified to become one of the UK's leading industry figures in the world of transport and logistics. Our years of experience coupled with our comprehensive fleet of specialist equipment allows us to expertly undertake all transport projects, no matter how big or small, heavy or light. Our Transport services can facilitate all cargoes from General Haulage and Heavy Transport to Heavy Lift, Crane Vehicles and the complete Project Management of abnormal loads utilising our fleet of over 200 articulated tractor units, crane vehicles, and SPMTs (Self Propelled Modular Transporters). Our continual investment in our fleet ensures that we have the best equipment to facilitate the transport of any cargo, from Super Wing Carriers specifically designed for the transport of wind turbine blades, through to specialist hydraulic Jacking & Skidding equipment.

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We manage all your notifications and permit requirements, liaising with the foreign authorities ensuring you have all the regulatory paperwork and uninterrupted passage for your abnormal loads through the UK and Europe. Working with the UK and European foreign ministries and authorities on a daily basis we have established strong working relationships. We’re experienced and familiar with the processes and regulatory requirements. Contact us now to learn more about our permit services for your next abnormal load project.

Pilot Cars / Escort Vehicles We specialise in providing pilot vehicles for escorting wide and abnormal loads / Convoi Exceptionnel throughout the UK and Europe. Our network of over 500 fully licenced escort vehicle operators is here to help guide your escorted haulage safely through to its destination. Our multi-lingual agents, with decades of experience, will coordinate your escorted journey, ensuring you drivers and haulage have uninterrupted and safe passage through the UK and Europe. Contact us now to learn more about our escort vehicles for your next project.