Project cargo

Project cargo broadly refers to the global transportation or big, bulky, heavy and high-value equipment and parts intended for a given project. It can include shipments of different components that require disassembly for purposes of shipment and reassembly following a delivery. Portico can offer a wide range of project cargo services.

Our dedicated and experienced project cargo handling team at Portico leave no room for error.

We can ensure professional terminal handling, storage and transportation of small, medium and large project cargo shipments at our modern facility, based at Portsmouth International Port.

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Our Services

Excellent transport connections

We’re right next to the UK motorway network too, meaning your project cargo can be on the road in next to no time – ideal for just-in-time project management. Our terminal is just 90 minutes by road to central London.

Modern equipment

We have four Gottwald mobile harbour cranes, these powerhouses flex their muscles up to 125 tonnes for heavy lift project cargo. Our expert crane operators can perfectly co-ordinate tandem lifts of a combined weight up to 250 tonnes, ideal for project cargo handling.

Deep water quays

Our project cargo handing service offers a deep water port with two conventional quays, capable of handling vessels of up to 285m. We have ample capacity on the quayside to store large scale project cargo, which can be easily manoeuvred into position for its onward journey.

Transport solutions

Portico Logistics can offer a bespoke transport and haulage service for project cargo logistics. We have access to a wide range of trailers that ensures we remain flexible and can adapt to all your transport requirements.

Customs agency

We’re an authorised HMRC agent, able to complete NES and NCTS for export declarations. Our experienced team has diverse knowledge regarding customs requirements and clearance for all project cargo shipments.

Flexible service

As a project cargo specialist, Portico’s team can offer customers a dedicated, flexible service, tailoring what our offer to your needs. They’ll also keep you informed of your project cargo’s progress from ship to shore.

About Us

As a deep water cargo terminal close to the main shipping channels, Portico is ideally placed to handle your sea freight from ship to shore & beyond. 

Located within Portsmouth International Port with direct access to the national motorway network, we’re the first choice for customers looking for an efficient and cost-effective cargo handling and stevedore service. With two multi-functional conventional quays and cranes capable of carrying out tandem lifts of up to 250 tonnes, if it arrives by sea and needs lifting and shifting, we’ll take care of it at our deep water cargo terminal. We’ve dealt with many types of project cargo, dry bulk and break bulk loads which means we are confident we can rise to any challenge.

Why work with Portico

Friendly staff

Our approachable team offer a superior level of customer service that other terminals cannot match.

Superb location

We have direct access the the M275, which leads on to the UK’s motorway network. No queues, no inner-city traffic, no fuss.

Extensive experience

We’ve got over 40 years experience in the shipping industry, with a wealth of knowledge about project cargo break bulk of all shapes and sizes.

“Wow, what can I say, what an amazing team to work with. Customer service at Portico Shipping is exceptional, Team Victory and Team Invincible have been fantastic, very friendly, helpful and professional. I would definitely recommend them.”

Discuss your project cargo requirements

Get in touch with one of our experts today to find out how we can best support you.

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