Masterful transport of immense lock gates by Wagenborg

With an impressive display of precision and teamwork, Wagenborg has successfully completed the first Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) operation of an enormous lock gate as part of a prestigious infrastructure project. This milestone underlines Wagenborg's growing role in complex infrastructure transport projects.

136 axle lines, over 3,000 tonnes: a seamless operation

The operation involved carefully moving a 2,500-tonne lock gate using 136 axle lines of self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs). The total transport weight exceeded 3,000 tonnes. Under the expert coordination of Wagenborg's heavy lift and towage teams, the lock gate was rolled onto the Wagenborg Barge 10, a seaworthy pontoon measuring 100 metres long and 33 metres wide. The tugboat Waterstad provided safe and stable support and ensured the safe positioning of the pontoon for the RORO operation.

Technical excellence and teamwork

The success of this operation was no coincidence, but the result of meticulous engineering, precise ballasting and seamless cooperation. Wouter Siemerink, project manager at Wagenborg, looks back: "This type of transport requires craftsmanship. From the technical phase to the ballasting of the pontoon, every detail was carefully calculated and executed. It's always good to see how our team worked together – towage, heavy transport, engineering – all disciplines joined forces to make this possible."

Strategic growth in infrastructure logistics

This operation is a clear example of how Wagenborg continues to expand its presence in the infrastructure market. By combining specialised equipment, operational excellence and synergy with various Wagenborg companies, Wagenborg delivers on its promise of safe, reliable and sustainable logistics solutions. The remaining two lock gates are scheduled for transport in the coming months.