Out of Gauge (OOG) Cargo Meaning
The OOG cargo list is long. Some examples are very large vehicles such as luxury passenger cars, car trailers, aircraft parts, wind turbine parts, construction machinery, unusually large parts for power generation machinery, etc.
Also known as AIL (Aligned Indivisible Load), this type of oversized cargo exceeds standard container dimensions and can be too heavy to fit into a rectangular container such as a twenty-foot container (TEU) or a forty-foot container (FEU).
The sheer size and weight of this odd-shaped and odd-shaped cargo requires specialized heavy equipment to handle them for sea transport.
Such goods are easily damaged in transit unless they are handled with care and precision.
clear scope of work
Provide as much information as possible as early as possible. Origin, destination, commodity and shipping period are all good starting points. It would be better if you could provide more details – such as handling capacity at origin and destination, site requirements, site access, cargo sensitivity, or if a crane is required.
1. Technical Diagram – Provides technical details of the load prepared by the engineer. This will determine the cargo size, center of gravity and lifting points. These charts will help determine the proper equipment and lashings needed – to haul, lift and secure cargo. The ship or aircraft loading supervisor will also use technical charts when developing a loading plan.
2. Timeline – Communicate when OOG shipments are ready for shipping and if they must be delivered by a specific date. Deadlines communicated in advance – reviews and actions can be undertaken to ensure they are met.
3. Operational Skills and Proper Resource Allocation – Project cargo specialist with detailed scope of work, technical diagrams and a clear timeline to begin operational planning. ICE has a network of vetted suppliers who specialize in different tasks and operate in different regions. This benefits our customers and ensures cost-effective processing by qualified suppliers.
4. Design a custom OOG solution – a detailed operational plan will establish the framework for OOG cargo handling. The plan needs to be developed taking into account the unique requirements of the project. The more complex the project, the more substantial the plan must be. The plan must address all operational inputs required; from the time the goods are ready at the origin facility to the point in time when the goods are delivered to the destination facility.
Standard Cargo – Things to Remember When Shipping OOG Cargo
Oversized shipments and their unique requirements can present significant challenges for freight forwarders. A thorough analysis of all shipping aspects is required before shipping of this type of load in order to do so safely and efficiently.
In the case of OOG load transport, an in-depth analysis of all possibilities and careful planning of the entire job is crucial. A key element is providing freight forwarders with specific information about the shipment. In addition to standard information, professional technical drawings drawn by engineers also play a vital role. It is necessary for planning strategies for transporting, lifting and securing loads. Another important aspect of planning is the control of loading and unloading yards. Need to check in advance that they have all the necessary items and facilities such as a proper crane.
Standard Cargo – Additional Charges Associated with OOG Cargo Shipping
Logistics companies can require customers to pay extra for the necessity of punching holes in a given container. The cargo sticking out of the box limits the number of containers that can be loaded on a ship or on different conveyances. It also runs the risk of damaging containers or other loads. Therefore, when choosing OOG cargo, you need to be prepared for additional costs.
