Metal and Metal Products Transportation in Latvia and Europe

Typical flows include steel pipes and rods from the Ruhr region (Duisburg, Essen, Dortmund), steel sheets and coils from Poland (Katowice), aluminum profiles from Germany and the Netherlands (Rotterdam), rebar, and structural modules. Heavy loads routinely approach or reach the 24-tonne FTL limit. Marble and stone slabs (Carrara white and Calacatta gold from Italy) are transported vertically on A-frames, a standard solution for high-value heavy slab logistics. FCL options are available for larger volumes from Western European ports.

Round pipes present a rolling hazard if unsecured. The correct method: pyramid-formation loading with anti-roll chocks bolted to the trailer floor, steel chains, and wooden wedges. Long structural steel may overhang the trailer platform, requiring oversize permits. Marble and glass slabs stand on A-frames secured with straps; suction-cup lifting equipment is needed for unloading. Axle-load verification before departure is mandatory: dense metal loads can exceed per-axle limits even when total weight is within range.