Lashing & Securing of PAM Pipes Aboard the MV Sloman Dispatcher
At the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Euroports loaded PAM pipes onto the MV Sloman Dispatcher. Our team at Pasec Port, a division of Gosselin, ensured that the cargo reached its destination safely and in accordance with the prescribed standards.
As a specialist in lashing and securing in the Port of Antwerp–Bruges, Pasec Port ensures that cargo is transported safely and in accordance with the strictest international standards. Whether working on board ships or on the quay, the team uses certified materials and custom-made structures to prepare every shipment down to the last detail.
The PAM pipes required additional precision work. These pipes have a collar, the wider end used to make connections. To prevent damage during transport, these collars must never touch each other. That’s why strict minimum distances between the individual pipes must be maintained. “The pipes were carefully stowed so that the collars wouldn’t touch each other. Based on the technical specifications, we precisely calculated the required wooden spacers (called ‘piotten’ in the trade) and ensured that the entire cargo fit perfectly into the ship,” explains Operations Manager Jerry Scheers.
Even before the stevedore began work, the experienced coopers at Pasec Port had partially prepared the ship. They placed all the wooden beams along the side and laid wooden bedding on the deck. When loading began, everything came together. As the pipes were loaded into the hold one by one, wooden wedges were carefully inserted between the various layers. Each support was meticulously positioned to keep the pipes stable and ensure the required spacing between the collars. Thanks to the team’s experience, the loading process went smoothly and efficiently, without any unnecessary interruptions.
The result was a perfectly stowed cargo capable of withstanding the movements, vibrations, and forces to which a ship is exposed during a sea voyage. This ensured that the PAM pipes could reach their destination safely and in optimal condition, where they will contribute to sustainable water infrastructure projects around the world.
What are PAM pipes
PAM pipes, made of ductile iron, are used worldwide for the construction of sustainable drinking water and water distribution networks. Thanks to their exceptional strength and long service life, they provide a reliable solution for critical infrastructure.
About Gosselin Logistics
Gosselin Logistics is a leading provider of logistics services. With activities ranging from terminal operations, forwarding and warehouse storage to customs formalities Gosselin Logistics can offer its customers a constant supply chain. Heavy-Gosselin is a division of Gosselin Logistics specialized in industrial projects.
Gosselin Logistics is a division of the Gosselin Group that has its headquarters in Antwerp, Belgium. The company was founded in 1930 and employs a staff of 1,500 that generates more than 450 million euros in turnover.
