This project showcases the precision heavy-lift capabilities of Three Lines Shipping, involving the transport of a massive 150 Metric Ton Sour Gas Treatment Vessel. The operation required moving a 25-meter long critical energy asset from the congested Al Quoz Industrial Area directly to Jebel Ali Port for “under hook” delivery.
Handling a vessel of this length and weight through urban industrial zones required the deployment of a 14-axle line Nicolas Conventional Hydraulic Trailer and significant route modifications.
Why does moving a Sour Gas Treatment Vessel demand expertise?
Sour Gas Treatment Vessels are integral components in the oil and gas sector, used to remove hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide from natural gas. These are high-value, heavy-pressure vessels.
The primary logistical challenge for this project was not just the weight (150 Tons), but the extreme length (25 meters). Maneuvering a rigid 25-meter object out of Al Quoz—a dense industrial and commercial hub—requires distinct engineering planning to navigate tight turns and roundabouts without disrupting urban infrastructure.
| Asset Type | Industry Role | Gross Weight | Length |
| Sour Gas Treatment Vessel | Gas Sweetening / Energy | 150 Metric Tons | 25,000 mm (25.0 m) |
Key Cargo Dimensions
What specialized equipment handled the 150 MT load?
To support the 150-ton weight and the 25-meter length, standard transport solutions were impossible. We utilized a 14-axle line Nicolas Conventional Hydraulic Trailer.
This specific hydraulic trailer configuration allowed us to distribute the massive weight evenly across 14 axles, preventing damage to the road surface. More importantly, the hydraulic steering capabilities were essential for negotiating the complex turns required to exit Al Quoz and enter the port terminals.
Key operational solutions that we provided:
Logistical Challenges: Al Quoz to Jebel Ali
Moving heavy industrial equipment from an inland industrial zone like Al Quoz to a major export hub like Jebel Ali Port presents unique hurdles compared to highway-only transport.
| Key Metric | Complexity of this Project | How Our Team Helped |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Navigation | Al Quoz Congestion | Executed major route modifications to allow 25m length to turn. |
| Cargo Mass | 150 Tons | Deployed 14-axle Nicolas Hydraulic Trailer for weight distribution. |
| Port Operations | Direct to Vessel | Seamless “Under Hook” coordination for immediate loading. |
| Cargo Length | 25 Meters | Hydraulic steering utilized to manage sweep and tail swing. |
Three Lines Shipping continues to prove that no cargo is too heavy or too long. With over 20 years of experience, we specialize in connecting UAE manufacturing hubs with global export routes, ensuring critical energy infrastructure is delivered safely and on time.