Route permits and documentation for oversize cargo movement

Cargo that is longer, wider, taller or heavier than normal limits needs more than a bigger trailer. Without the route, timing and paperwork settled in advance, a load can end up stuck halfway.

What a route survey checks

• Weight limits on bridges and culverts
• Clearance under overpasses, trees and hanging cables
• Whether the trailer can make narrow roads and tight turns
• Time-of-day restrictions on heavy vehicles in cities

Permissions and paperwork

Depending on the cargo's size and route, you may need permission from the relevant road authorities and a police escort. Rules change over time, so confirm the current requirements before each move.

• Packing list or drawing with dimensions and weights
• Shipping and release documents (for cargo from the port)
• A delivery-site contact and the unloading arrangements

Avoiding delays

The earlier the cargo details arrive, the easier the route and permissions are to arrange. For port cargo in particular, finalise transport before release to avoid demurrage.