Our main focus is business-to-business (B2B) international special and oversized road shipments for Estonian customers in situations where the cargo exceeds the permitted dimensions or weight of a normal vehicle and requires a specialist trailer for transport. We carry out both export and import shipments, within the European Union (e.g. towards Finland and Sweden) and on non-EU routes (e.g. towards Norway, the United Kingdom and Türkiye). Where required, the service also includes customs clearance and cargo insurance.
For special shipments we use specialist trailers such as flatbed trailers, low-bed trailers and extendable trailers. Depending on the cargo’s dimensions and the route, the shipment may require special-transport permits, route approvals or other technical conditions. We plan the transport process as a whole — from route analysis and choice of vehicle to transport documents and cargo insurance — to ensure safe, compliant carriage of the goods.
Our main focus is business-to-business (B2B) international special and oversized road shipments for Estonian customers in situations where the cargo exceeds the permitted dimensions or weight of a normal vehicle and requires a specialist trailer for transport. We carry out both export and import shipments, within the European Union (e.g. towards Finland and Sweden) and on non-EU routes (e.g. towards Norway, the United Kingdom and Türkiye). Where required, the service also includes customs clearance and cargo insurance.
For carrying special shipments we use specialist trailers such as flatbed, low-bed, jumbo, mega and extendable trailers. If the shipment is more economical by sea, we also offer sea transport in the form of Ro-Ro transport, using specialist containers (such as flat rack or platform) or as a multimodal shipment — explaining the advantages of each mode so the customer can choose the best solution.
We coordinate the whole transport process from start to finish, from route planning and choice of vehicle to transport documents and cargo insurance, ensuring safe and compliant carriage of the cargo.
Our oversized-cargo transport service grew out of the need to offer companies a clear and managed solution for technically complex shipments that cannot be carried with classic semi-trailers. We approach oversized shipments as a complete process in which, in addition to the carriage itself, the choice of trailer type, the technical constraints and — where needed — the involvement of escort vehicles or police escort all play a central role.
Over the years we have expanded our capability to handle oversized and heavy road transport. We use specialist trailers, including flatbed, low-bed, jumbo, mega and extendable trailers. We plan each shipment individually based on the nature and parameters of the cargo.
Today we serve manufacturing, industrial and trading companies as well as public-sector institutions that need a reliable partner for international oversized and special shipments. Typical cargo includes construction and agricultural machinery — such as excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers, industrial equipment and machines.
We provide road transport for oversized and special cargo both within the European Union and outside it, both exporting from Estonia and importing into Estonia. We carry out road transport using specialist trailers (flatbed, low-bed, jumbo, mega and extendable trailers). Special shipments are suitable for the international transport of construction and agricultural machinery — including excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers and various industrial machines and equipment.
The table below shows the most frequently used routes along with estimated transit times. The exact price and schedule depend on the specific route, permit and approval process. Where required, we add customs services and cargo insurance based on the nature of the shipment and the customer’s wishes.
| Destination market | Main regions | Origin or destination | Cargo type | Estimated transit time* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavia | Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Norway, Iceland | All across Estonia | Excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers, industrial equipment, modular houses, building elements | ~2–5 days |
| Western Europe | Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland | All across Estonia | Excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers, industrial equipment, modular houses, building elements | ~4–8 days |
| Baltics | Latvia, Lithuania | All across Estonia | Excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers, industrial equipment, modular houses, building elements | ~2–4 days |
| Central Europe | Poland, Czechia, Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia | All across Estonia | Excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers, industrial equipment, modular houses, building elements | ~3–5 days |
| Southern Europe | Croatia, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania, Spain | All across Estonia | Excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers, industrial equipment, modular houses, building elements | ~5–9 days |
Our road transport for oversized and special shipments is intended for manufacturing and industrial companies as well as importers of heavy and agricultural machinery and public-sector institutions that need international transport for oversized and heavy cargo, with customs services and cargo insurance where required.
We carry out road transport for oversized and special cargo both within the European Union and internationally, based on the cargo’s dimensions, weight and technical specifics. We use specialist trailers for road transport and, where required, multimodal solutions.
Special shipments are particularly well suited to construction and agricultural machinery — including excavators, tractors, combines, forklifts, trucks, trailers, and various industrial machines and equipment. We plan the choice of vehicle and the technical details of the route, and coordinate the whole transport process for the specific project.
Practical guidance for planning oversized and special shipments. We share information on the different transport modes and solutions. We cover the most common risks and practical issues around the international transport of oversized cargo. We also introduce the trailers used for special shipments.
We carry out international oversized and special shipments both within the European Union and outside it, covering both exports from Estonia and imports into Estonia. Transporting oversized cargo requires thorough planning, the right trailer choice and tight coordination of the transport process based on the nature of the cargo and the route.
Below we answer the most frequently asked questions about oversized-cargo terminology, transport mode, trailer type, required permits and planning. If you don’t find an answer or your shipment is still being planned, get in touch — we are happy to give an initial assessment and practical input even when the details are not yet final.
Oversized cargo (also known as OOG or out-of-gauge cargo) is cargo that exceeds the permitted dimensions of a normal vehicle (for example, length over 13.6 m, width over 2.55 m or height over 3.0 m) and whose dimensions or shape make it impossible to carry on a standard semi-trailer.
Heavy cargo is cargo with a total weight exceeding 24,000 kg or an axle load exceeding normal limits, calling for specialist solutions.
An abnormal load is one whose transport requires specialist vehicles, route planning, a permit process or special handling. Such cargo frequently includes construction and agricultural machinery, industrial equipment, machines, trucks and trailers.
The right vehicle and trailer type depend on the cargo’s dimensions, weight, shape and technical specifics. Road transport uses specialist trailers such as flatbed, low-bed, jumbo, mega and extendable trailers. Where needed, ramped trailers are used for self-propelled or rolling cargo.
When choosing the trailer type, we also take into account the cargo’s shape and weight and the route’s constraints (e.g. bridges, tunnels, overhead clearance), ensuring safe, smooth and economically justified transport. We don’t expect the customer to be familiar with every trailer type — we advise on the most sensible trailer for the specific shipment.
Yes, we handle oversized and special shipments both within the European Union (e.g. on routes such as Sweden, Finland, Germany and the Netherlands) and outside it (Norway, the United Kingdom, Türkiye). The service covers both exports from Estonia and imports into Estonia. Each shipment is planned individually, based on the nature of the cargo, its dimensions, weight and the technical constraints of the route.
We recommend starting to plan an oversized shipment as early as possible, especially when the cargo significantly exceeds the permitted dimensions or weight of a standard trailer. For such shipments you have to factor in an assessment of technical feasibility, choosing the right trailer type, route constraints (e.g. bridges, tunnels, overhead clearance), and the time needed for permits and approvals. Planning several months ahead also makes it possible to assess whether additional measures — such as escort vehicles or police escort — are required, and ensures the whole transport process runs without delays.
For classic shipments such as tractors, forklifts, excavators or other agricultural machinery, where only a single dimension — typically width (e.g. 2.5 m) — exceeds the internal dimensions of a standard semi-trailer, a few days’ notice is usually enough.
No, we do not offer oversized-cargo transport to private individuals. Our service is aimed at companies and public-sector institutions (B2B) that need international road transport for large or non-standard cargo.
The right transport mode depends on the cargo’s dimensions, weight, specifics and the route. Our experience shows that, for shipments of oversized cargo between Estonia and neighbouring countries (within roughly a 1,000 km radius), road transport on specialist trailers is the most economically sensible solution.
For destinations at least 1,000 km from Estonia, where there is a workable sea connection, sea transport as Ro-Ro or with specialist containers is a good alternative. For more distant countries the road link is not good enough, which is why sea transport is used. The furthest destinations where both alternatives are still worth weighing are the United Kingdom and Türkiye.
Often the most effective answer is to combine road and sea transport, producing a multimodal solution. We don’t expect the customer to know every trailer type and sea-transport alternative — we advise on the most sensible solution for the specific shipment.
Practical articles on organising road transport for oversized and special shipments. We cover the choice of vehicle and trailer type based on the cargo’s dimensions, weight and shape; route constraints (e.g. bridges, tunnels, overhead clearance); the permit process; route approvals; the need for escort vehicles and police escort; customs services; cargo insurance; and other common questions about planning international special shipments.
