UK to Nellore Project Cargo Shipping Services

Heavy Lift & OOG Logistics for Andhra Pradesh

Nellore is a thriving industrial district. From aquaculture farms requiring advanced processing machinery to thermal power plants (such as SDSTPS) requiring turbines and generators, the region attracts significant capital inflows. Transporting these oversized assets from the UK requires a forwarder who understands the local port capabilities.

Shipping International provides end-to-end solutions through our Project Logistics India division. We manage the movement of Out of Gauge (OOG) and heavy-lift cargo, ensuring seamless transit from your UK factory directly to the industrial zones in Nellore, Gudur, or Naidupeta.

The Logistics Route: Sea Freight Options

Nellore is uniquely positioned with its own world-class port, reducing the need for long inland haulage.

Primary Gateway: Krishnapatnam Port (INKRI)

Located within the Nellore district itself, Adani Krishnapatnam Port is a deep-water facility capable of handling Capesize vessels.

• Efficiency: Shipping directly to Krishnapatnam is the most efficient option for Nellore. It eliminates the 175km road journey from Chennai.
• Connectivity: Major lines (like MSC) offer services to Krishnapatnam via transhipment hubs. It is equipped with high-capacity mobile harbour cranes suitable for discharging breakbulk and heavy project cargo.

Alternative Gateway: Chennai Port (INMAA)

If the specific liner schedules to Krishnapatnam do not align with your project timeline, we route cargo via Chennai.

• Inland Haulage: From Chennai, cargo moves north via the National Highway 16 (NH16). This is a 4-6-lane highway offering excellent transit for OOG loads to Nellore (approx. 3-4 hours' drive).

Service Scope: Specialised Equipment

We deploy specialised equipment to handle complex loads safely through our sea freight services to India.

Flat Racks for Industrial Machinery

For machinery that cannot fit inside a standard box, such as industrial boilers or crushing equipment:

• 40ft Flat Racks: We secure wide or tall loads using certified lashing.
• Open Tops: Ideal for top-loading heavy machine parts using port cranes.

Aquaculture & Cold Chain

Nellore dominates India's shrimp export market. We support this industry with:

• Reefer Shipping: For temperature-sensitive feed ingredients or chemicals.
• Processing Lines: Transporting complete sorting and grading lines for seafood processing plants.

Urgent Spares

For critical power plant shutdowns or machinery breakdowns, we utilise air freight to India. Cargo is routed to Chennai International Airport (MAA) or Tirupati Airport (TIR), then transported by express truck to Nellore.

Customs Compliance and EPCG Scheme

Navigating Indian customs requires precision. Our customs brokerage India team ensures your documentation is compliant.

EPCG Scheme (Export Promotion Capital Goods)

Many aquaculture and manufacturing units in Nellore import machinery under the EPCG scheme to benefit from zero duty.

• Requirement: We ensure the Bill of Entry is filed correctly at the Krishnapatnam Custom House or Chennai, and that the bond execution proceeds smoothly before delivery.

Project Imports (Heading 9801)

For thermal power projects, we manage clearance under Project Import regulations, ensuring a unified concessional duty rate for the entire plant machinery.

Risk Management: Route Surveys

While NH16 is a robust highway, the final mile to remote power plants or coastal aquaculture farms can be challenging.

• Port to Site: We assess the exit gates at Krishnapatnam and the approach roads to specific SEZs (Special Economic Zones) like Sri City or the Menakuru Industrial Park.
• Civil Works: For super-heavy loads (transformers >100MT), we check culvert strength on rural approach roads.