How Logistic Integrators (I) Pvt. Ltd. contributed to easing one of the world’s heaviest traffic and congestion.

Logistic Integrators (I) Pvt. Ltd. is a leading Indian logistics provider that offers high-quality warehousing, freight transportation, project cargo, supply chain management, and logistic solution services. We are an exclusive member of L.I.N.K., one of the most well-known networks of international freight forwarding businesses worldwide. Through our strategy and client-focused approach, Logistic Integrators (I) Pvt. Ltd. projects reach 70 countries and 350 locations. 

Here’s a case study of the ongoing Dhaka Project.

PROBLEM STATEMENT: 

The Dhaka Metro has long been advocated to reduce the terrible traffic jams and congestion that occur across the entire city every day, one of the heaviest in the world, together with a separate light rapid transit (LRT) system.

Dhaka Mass Rapid Transit Development Project (M.R.T. – line 6) : 

A fast-track priority initiative of the Government of Bangladesh is being used to develop the M.R.T. Line 6, an elevated Metro Rail line, in Dhaka. As soon as it is operational, M.R.T. Line-6 will connect Moti-jheel and Uttara, passing through 16 stations. The Government of Bangladesh and the Japan International Cooperation Agency are both contributing to the project’s funding (J.I.C.A.). The government’s Strategic Transport Plan (S.T.P.), which spans 20 years, includes M.R.T. Line-6.

PROJECT DURATION: 2012 to 2024 

CHALLENGES:

1.   Comply with project delivery deadlines.

2.   Cost competitiveness.

3.   Minimal cargo handling.

4.   Compliance.

5.   Q.H.S.S.E.

Other challenges Logistic Integrators (I) Pvt. Ltd. faced as a result of the global turmoil –

1.   Unannounced aircraft and ship cancellations, route changes, schedule adjustments, and calls at unscheduled transhipment ports continued to occur in the trade, causing delays and missed connections from transhipment sites. 

2.   Shipments were frequently forced to carry part loads because of delays in connecting flights or vessels, port congestion, and other factors.

3.   Although Logistic Integrators (I) Pvt. Ltd. is working to ensure the movement of cargo with the fewest possible interruptions, it often does not receive timely updates & pre-advise from carriers about cancellation, diversion, change of routes, etc.

Phase 1 PROJECT WORK REQUIREMENTS:

1.   Receiving of rails from the mother vessel- terms C.I.F.- Chittagong Port .

2.   Project registration and customs are handled at the port.

3.   Survey and route study .

4.   Movement of rails from the port to the Uttara Metro Project Site.

5.   Unloading/ safe and secure handling of the rails at the site.

The contract to handle the logistics for Rails Phase I have been granted to Logistic Integrators (I) Pvt. Ltd.

STRATEGY:

Lifting Plan for Operation to be performed at Temporary Jetty for Unloading of Steel Rails (Length 18 meters & 13 meters)

Material Handling Equipment used for the shipment:

1.   Telescopic crawler crane – 35 mt lifting capacity

2.   Make: K.A.T.O. Works

3.   Crane capacity: 35,000 kg at 3.0 m

4.   4-section long boom: 10.6 m – 34.0 m

5.   2-staged bi-fold jib: 8.8/ 15.2 m

6.   Maximum lifting height: 34.0 m (Boom) 49.2 m (Jib)

7.   Maximum load radius: 30.0 m (Boom) 35.5 m (Jib)

8.   Strong winches: 3,190 kgf

Proposed Temporary Jetty Area Located:

Near Dhaka Metro Project Depot Site 2km away from the area of the site

Total Area: 180 ft wide & 300 ft long

Type of Lifting Material Used:

1.   Wire slings (For upper section of spreader beam):

2.   23 mm thickness – 28 ft long – 2 nos.

3.   Wire sling (For lower section of spreader beam)

4.   18 mm thickness – 18 ft long – 2 nos.

5.   Nylon belts (For an extension to the lower section)

6.   18 ft long – 4 nos. 

Attachments used:

D-Shackles – 10 to 12 tons capacity – 8 nos. 

RESULT:

Despite the setbacks that surfaced during the process, our expert team and their strategic and cutting-edge solutions enabled us to meet our deadlines for commitments and deliveries in record time.

Logistic Integrators (I) Pvt. Ltd. has been assisting businesses all over the world with their strategic solutions for the past 13 years. Our customer-centric approach makes us your ideal partner. We would be pleased to assist you in identifying the best and most efficient solution for your company.