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UTC sets the global standard for freight forwarding.

EXPERTS IN TRANSPORTING

COMPLEX, OVERSIZED EQUIPMENT

Customized and trusted solutions you can depend on.

NO PROJECT TOO BIG

NO LOCATION TOO REMOTE

UTC’s global network combines international and local expertise to keep your cargo moving.

What We Do

Our Services


Air, Ocean, Road & Rail Transport

No matter the cargo or destination, UTC provides tailor-made solutions to meet your transport needs. We are fully equipped to use air, ocean, road, and rail.

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Capital & Turnkey Project Logistics

UTC’s extensive experience with globally sourced materials and CAPEX projects makes us the ideal logistics provider. We offer turnkey solutions and one-stop-shop services.

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UTC CUSTOMS AND COMPLIANCE

Our experienced Customs Brokers minimize delays saving you time and money. They specialize in getting your cargo through customs and ensuring maximum compliance.

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Heavy Lift & Heavy Haul

UTC’s close connections with all major carriers, airlines, Class 1 rail lines, and trucking fleets ensures that we will find the best, most efficient way of transporting your cargo.

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Who We Are

Our Advantages

UTC's Control Tower Approach

UTC’s approach allows for worldwide visibility as cargo moves through the supply chain, allowing us to easily adapt to changing conditions.

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Local & International Boots on the Ground

UTC works with all applicable agencies to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and policies in all countries where we do business.

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Service is our Top Priority

In addition to our employees’ long tenure, UTC has many accounts that have been with us for over 10 years – some on board for as long as 30 years.

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What We Do

Our Services

UTC’s Project Logistics team is skilled in the transportation of major automotive plant installations and expansions.
Our dedicated Cement Division excels at coordinating CAPEX and OPEX projects, delivering cement plants to remote regions.
UTC’s white-glove service designs customized solutions tailored to the class of goods you’re shipping.
UTC’s general cargo and customs brokerage teams are ready to assist as your business grows.
Renewables, LNG and Oil & Gas, and Power Generation & Distribution.
Experts in transporting new and used heavy equipment, from factory to foundation and beyond.
Specializing in the transportation of industrial plants and expansion of manufacturing & processing facilities.
Specializing in the delivery of processing plants, vehicles, etc. to remote locations around the world.
An industry leader in transporting can-lines, raw materials, spare parts and finished goods.
Servicing major additive, pharma, and device companies for over 30 years.
UTC Overseas’

Commitment to Excellence

At UTC we provide unparalleled expertise in global logistics and supply chain management offering one-stop shopping for all your transportation needs. From small packages to oversized project cargo, our comprehensive logistics services can handle the most complex and demanding jobs.

Our highly skilled people make the difference. UTC’s offices across the globe are staffed with expert teams that are dedicated to working closely with our clients to provide innovative solutions. We listen and continuously enhance and improve our work processes in order to remain in real time alignment with our customers’ needs and wishes.

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Celebrating 25 Years of Teamwork at JFK

Celebrating 25 Years of Teamwork at JFK

At UTC, we take great pride in the exceptional team members who contribute to our success. We are especially fortunate to celebrate an anniversary in our JFK office as Marian Clare, Kyle O'Connor, Norma Sanchez, and Janet Amadeo are all marking 25 years. Through their hard work and dedication, this team established and built the JFK office and is responsible for its continued growth.

How it began

This fabulous group of four worked together at ACS (Airport Clearing Services) before coming to UTC. Brian Posthumus reflects on his smart decision to hire this team when UTC purchased ACS, “The dedication these four people have to one another and UTC is remarkable. They are the true embodiment of loyalty and teamwork that has propelled our JFK office into a powerhouse and set a lasting example of what it means to be part of the UTC family. They have a synergy about them that compliments each other. Their collective 100 years of service is a testament to their unwavering commitment, and I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude for their contributions.”

Building success together

What is truly special about this group is not just their work ethic, but their unwavering commitment to each other. Remembering the early years, Marian states, “Since coming to UTC, none of us have ever looked back. For 25 years, we worked alongside each other, supporting, helping, learning and growing together - we have become a family. We care about each other, we trust each other, and we are there for each other. We bring our own special qualities to the job and when we put them together, we are unstoppable. We have had our good and bad moments, but mostly we have had great moments, and our success comes from working as a team. Teamwork makes the dream work!”

Diana Davila works closely with the JFK office and comments, “They consistently support one another, a testament to their strong teamwork and camaraderie. As Steve Jobs once said, ‘Great things in business are never done by one person; they’re done by a team of people.’ Over the past 25 years, this team has exemplified this truth by consistently delivering excellence and embodying the values that make UTC Overseas a leader in our industry,”

Their lasting legacy

In addition to their remarkable tenure, Marian, Kyle, Norma, and Janet have been instrumental in passing on their knowledge and experience to the next generation of the UTC team. Their mentorship has been vital in ensuring that the values of hard work and dedication, the cornerstones of their office, are passed down.

As we celebrate this milestone, we honor them not only for their professional achievements but also for the values they represent — teamwork, loyalty, and commitment.

Featured image showing UTC Overseas transporting oversized electrical equipment for the construction of an onshore transformer station supporting the Baltic Power offshore wind farm.

UTC supports Poland’s largest renewable energy project

February 24, 2025

UTC arranged an air charter & last mile transport for 3 aero-derivative gas turbines from Egypt to Chicago, Illinois, USA, supporting multiple power stations.

UTC sets new standard for ro-ro charters

April 18, 2024

UTC arranged an air charter & last mile transport for 3 aero-derivative gas turbines from Egypt to Chicago, Illinois, USA, supporting multiple power stations.

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UTC supports Poland’s largest renewable energy project

UTC supports Poland’s largest renewable energy project

UTC Poland completed a challenging project transporting oversized electrical equipment for the construction of an onshore transformer station. 

Supporting the Baltic Power offshore windfarm, this ambitious project was a critical component in one of the most significant renewable energy developments in Poland, and it showcased UTC’s prowess in providing complex logistic solutions.

Project timeline: Key milestones in renewable energy logistics

The project unfolded over six months with meticulous preparation, including route analyses, administrative approvals, and technical design. It began with an initial delivery of components at the Port of Gdynia where transformers and shunt reactors were unloaded from a deep-sea vessel, and it continued to the Port of Władysławowo where they were stored and reloaded for road transport. The operation ended with the final delivery and installation at the transformer station construction site in Osieki Leborskie.

In all, this transport took about three weeks and involved moving oversized and overweight components:

• 4 Transformers - each weighing 354 tons.
• 4 Shunt Reactors - each weighing 135 tons.
• 180 General Cargo Units - total weight of approximately 250 tons.

Featured image showing UTC Overseas Poland at the Port of Gdynia where transformers and shunt reactors were unloaded from a deep-sea vessel.

Tackling Logistical Challenges in Heavy Equipment Transport

The oversized dimensions and extreme weight of the transformers and shunt reactors presented substantial challenges. Adding to the complexity were the logistical hurdles such as:

  • Navigating public roads with weight and size restrictions.
  • Addressing obstacles like dismantling power and telecommunication lines, road signs, and felling trees on the route.
  • Restoring infrastructure once the convoy passed.
  • Safeguarding infrastructure by constructing temporary fly-over bridges to secure existing bridges.
  • Securing a suitable storage area by erecting a temporary storage yard in Władysławowo to expedite seamless transshipments.
  • Adapting a ramp design to facilitate Ro-Ro operations at the Port of Władysławowo which is typically unsuitable for unloading deep-sea vessels. This was a first in the region.
Featured image showing UTC Overseas Poland at the Port of Gdynia where transformers and shunt reactors were unloaded from a deep-sea vessel.

Innovative Technology and Equipment for Safe Transport

UTC implemented innovative solutions and utilized state-of-the-art equipment for this complex job. LiDAR Technology provided precise 3D laser scanning to ensure route feasibility. A 76.20m x 24.38m x 4.88m barge with a deadweight 5,500t, was commissioned to navigate the sea route from Gdynia to Władysławowo.

Ro-Ro ramps were designed and custom-built specifically for unloading the equipment and special supports were used to enable the Ro-Ro loading. Two 14-axle line 3-file SPMT transport units were used to move the transformers on public roads, and two portable cranes with lifting capacities of 1,000t and 600t were used for loading and unloading.

Two fly-over bridges were set in place to secure existing bridges. Two 12-axle 2-file Scheuerle modular trailers moved shunt reactors across public roads while 30 standard sets transported general cargo shipments.

Successful Planning and Collaboration Drive Project Success

UTC’s entire Poland team was involved in the project along with many subcontractors. Regular meetings were held with all stakeholders to ensure seamless execution, mitigate risks, overcome challenges, and monitor budgets and timelines.

UTC’s multi-faceted talents, expertise, and knowledge were on full display. A multitude of tasks were necessary to perform this operation. They involved:

  • Technical studies, route survey analysis, and administrative arrangements
  • Technical drawings for the contracted scope of work
  • Sea transport and sea fastening; loading and unloading; and road transport including cargo lashings
  • Installation of equipment and related cargo at the construction site
  • Safety precautions were implemented at every step to ensure a safe job site
Featured image showing UTC Overseas transporting oversized electrical equipment for the construction of an onshore transformer station supporting the Baltic Power offshore wind farm.

UTC Sets New Standards in Renewable Energy Logistics

UTC Overseas Poland's innovative approach, precision planning, and expert execution have set new logistical standards in Poland. This project showcases the company's ability to deliver complex transport solutions, reinforcing its position as a leader in the logistics and renewable energy industries.

Completion of this wind farm is expected in 2026 at which time, energy produced will integrate into the national grid. It is expected to deliver renewable energy to over 1.5 million Polish households.

Featured image showing two UTC Overseas Logistics experts transporting oversized electrical equipment.

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UTC sets new standard for ro-ro charters

UTC Sets New Standard with Massive Ro-Ro Charter

UTC recently transported a full charter of material handling machines for long-time customer and trusted partner, Sennebogen. 

UTC's Heavy Equipment Division coordinated the transport of 81 Sennebogen cranes on the Leo Leader, a chartered ro-ro vessel, from Bremerhaven, Germany to Charleston, South Carolina, setting a new standard for complexity and scale.

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For 18 years, UTC has been transporting Sennebogen’s cargo to North America, building on their long-standing relationship based on trust, honesty, and confidence in each other’s abilities. UTC devised this ambitious chartering plan to safely move a large volume of equipment while being economically sound.

Departure from Bremerhaven

The journey began in Bremerhaven, Germany, as the Leo Leader set sail with unique cargo – the main deck completely filled with 81 Sennebogen material handling machines. UTC’s established relationships with shipping lines played a pivotal role in securing the necessary Ro-Ro space, a coveted commodity in an industry experiencing record movements of cranes and agriculture equipment.

The massive undertaking required meticulous planning and coordination to ensure the sheer size and weight of the shipment could be transported and loaded safely.  Multiple staging areas were set up dockside and positioned at the ready to complete the loading in one day.

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Challenges & Triumphs

The magnitude of the operation was enormous, with approximately 10,000 freight tons of machinery requiring precise loading so each piece could drive on and subsequently and efficiently drive off at the final destination.

Over 80 trucks transported the equipment to the port, a process that took time to plan due to the necessity of obtaining permits and setting up staging areas. Permitting in Germany is complex and lengthy, but the UTC Bremen office has longstanding relationships with truckers and the port allowing them to expedite the process.

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Loading intricacies

Patrik Meyer, UTC Manager – Heavy Equipment Development, who was on-site and directing the operation, recounts, “The loading process presented unique challenges, with every piece of machinery requiring specific positioning on the vessel. UTC has moved volumes of Sennebogen machines over the years and was familiar with each model, aiding in the proper placement of the valuable cargo. Blueprints were sent ahead of time, allowing for exact planning to ensure each unit could maneuver moving on and off the vessel, always considering the safety of the crew and equipment.”

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Units were carefully placed within inches of each other to guarantee everything fit in their tight, preassigned location. In addition to the efficient use of space, the cargo’s precise weight and size were crucial for proper balancing of the vessel.

Charter complexities

The Leo Leader faced unexpected delays when it encountered a storm and two hurricanes, highlighting the complexities of managing transportation in the face of unpredictable weather.

In addition, the cargo’s final destination changed after the paperwork was complete. This necessitated swiftly revising documents for 81 pieces of equipment to clear customs.

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Unloading in Charleston

UTC’s team scoped out the port before the vessel arrived in Charleston. This familiarity with the port’s setup and operations resulted in a solid, risk-free plan for discharge that led to a targeted, smooth process. The Sennebogen cargo, consisting of 79 assembled units, two unassembled units, and static cargo, was efficiently unloaded within the strict deadline.

The unloading began at 7:00 AM. The port actioned two to three people to unhook the cargo and two to three to drive and guide the units off the vessel. Multiple teams worked with precision in shifts that proceeded until 10:00 PM when all the cargo had safely moved to staging areas. The operation required careful coordination between port personnel, truck drivers, and UTC’s team to meet the vessel’s departure schedule.

A Flawless UTC Operation

Hans Meyer, UTC COO Heavy Equipment and Specialized Cargo, was proud of his team’s work. “The successful Ro-Ro charter of the Leo Leader stands as a testament to the expertise and dedication of UTC in tackling challenging logistical operations. The six-month planning process, attention to detail, and longstanding partnership with Sennebogen, the shipping lines, and the port all played pivotal roles in the operation’s success.”

Strong 18-year relationship

Constantino Lannes, President and CEO of Sennebogen North America, praised the seamless execution of the operation. “Chartering the Leo Leader was a tremendous task together with UTC to secure all this space and make sure we could deliver our machines to our customers when they expect them. We have worked with UTC for 18 years, and it has been tremendous cooperation. UTC takes care of the transportation of all our machines from Europe to the United States.”

UTC's heavy equipment team has specialized knowledge of your equipment, allowing us to provide the most innovative and cost-saving logistics solutions.

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Air, Ocean, Road & Rail Transport

No matter the cargo or destination, UTC provides tailor-made solutions to meet your transport needs. We are fully equipped to use air, ocean, road, and rail.

Learn More

Capital & Turnkey Project Logistics

UTC’s extensive experience with globally sourced materials and CAPEX projects makes us the ideal logistics provider. We offer turnkey solutions and one-stop-shop services.

Learn More

Heavy Lift & Heavy Haul

UTC’s close connections with all major carriers, airlines, Class 1 rail lines, and trucking fleets ensures that we will find the best, most efficient way of transporting your cargo.

Learn More

Customs Brokerage & Compliance

Our experienced Customs Brokers minimize delays saving you time and money. They specialize in getting your cargo through customs and ensuring maximum compliance.

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Industries Served

automotive
UTC’s Project Logistics team is skilled in the transportation of major automotive plant installations and expansions.
cement
Our dedicated Cement Division excels at coordinating CAPEX and OPEX projects, delivering cement plants to remote regions.
chemical & petrochemical
UTC’s white-glove service designs customized solutions tailored to the class of goods you’re shipping.
consumer & retail
UTC[s general cargo and customs brokerage teams are ready to assist as your business grows.
energy
Renewables, LNG and Oil & Gas, and Power Generation & Distribution.
heavy equipment
Experts in transporting new and used heavy equipment, from factory to foundation and beyond.
industrial construction
Specializing in the transportation of industrial plants and expansion of manufacturing & processing facilities.
mining
Specializing in the delivery of processing plants, vehicles, etc. to remote locations around the world.
packaging equipment
An industry leader in transporting can-lines, raw materials, spare parts and finished goods.
pharmaceutical & healthcare
Servicing major additive, pharma, and device companies for over 30 years.
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UTC arranged an air charter & last mile transport for 3 aero-derivative gas turbines from Egypt to Chicago, Illinois, USA, supporting multiple power stations. [...] Read more...
UTC arranged an air charter & last mile transport for 3 aero-derivative gas turbines from Egypt to Chicago, Illinois, USA, supporting multiple power stations. [...] Read more...
UTC arranged an air charter & last mile transport for 3 aero-derivative gas turbines from Egypt to Chicago, Illinois, USA, supporting multiple power stations. [...] Read more...
utc overcomes mounting challenges for greenfield project in colombia UTC’s global heavy lift experts coordinated the transportation of the heaviest cargo ever mobilized on Colombian roads. Over the last two years, a team of UTC Overseas professionals has been transporting the equipment needed to operate the new El Tesorito power plant in Cordoba Province, Colombia. Having worked on many greenfield projects before, these specialists had the knowledge, experience, and contacts to arrange ocean transport, loading and unloading, port manipulation, storage, on-carriage, and discharge onto the foundation. 11 gen-sets Heaviest Piece: 300 tons Additional 400 containers Diligent planning and precise execution… [...] Read more...
UTC Handles +100K frt Multimodal Cement Plant Delivery UTC’s Global Cement Division managed the transport of over 100,000 freight tons of equipment for one of the largest cement plants in the USA. Multiple modalities were used for hundreds of shipments, some with pieces over 25′, arriving from China, India, Germany, Italy, Romania, Turkey, Egypt, and Mexico. 100,000 freight tons 37 hopper barges 150 truckloads With equipment heights over 25ft, the main transportation challenge was shipping major components in the largest configuration possible. Planning began in 2019 with detailed route and feasibility studies, risk assessments, and evaluation of discharge ports. Transporting… [...] Read more...
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With international and local expertise, diligent risk assessment, and multi-modal capabilities, our teams will work with you to keep your cargo moving. Contact UTC today to develop a transportation strategy that works best for you. [...] Read more...
With international and local expertise, diligent risk assessment, and multi-modal capabilities, our teams will work with you to keep your cargo moving. Contact UTC today to develop a transportation strategy that works best for you. [...] Read more...
UTC Manages 256MT Crane Transport: No Assembly Required UTC recently coordinated the transport of a Gottwald Mobile Harbor Crane from Texas to Florida. By thinking outside the box, UTC’s Heavy Equipment Team developed a solution to transport the crane fully assembled, in a fraction of the time. 256 MT 130 ft tall 5 days UTC rolls on and rolls off fully assembled Gottwald Crane UTC routinely transports oversize, overweight cargo, but this move was different. The 256 MT Gottwald Mobile Harbor Crane that stands 130′ high was driven directly onto a barge for a five-day trip from Brownsville, Texas, to… [...] Read more...
“The goal is, let’s have this transition, which let’s face it, is massive to accomplish, without stranding workers, without stranding communities,” said Moniz, who spoke at Houston Maritime Center upon being presented the HMC Maritime Education Award in early March. “And for that to work we have to put the people to work that have the skillset.” [...] Read more...
“Supply chain issues” has become a household buzz phrase. Ships waiting to unload cargo, workforce shortages and negotiations, capacity and warehousing issues – but what does that mean when it comes to your cargo? Here’s how current events may impact your business. [...] Read more...
Elementia Group contracted UTC’s high-tech cement experts to coordinate the transport of equipment sourced all around the world to a greenfield plant in the Yucatan region in Mexico. [...] Read more...
UTC’s global network recently coordinated the multimodal transport of five rail-mounted gantry cranes from China to USA. A total of 30,000 CBM of cargo was shipped from Tiacang, China on four part-charter vessels to Houston, TX, Burns Harbor, IN, and Cleveland, OH, USA. The project included 168 out-of-gauge pieces, along with parts and accessories, totaling 2,776 tons of freight. [...] Read more...
UTC Overseas coordinated the multimodal delivery of nine oversized, overweight gensets to a new power plant in Bremen. [...] Read more...
UTC Chile recently moved a three-phase power transformer across South America for a long-time client. Manufactured in Brazil, the unit was transported to the Atacama Desert in Chile for installation in a substation that is part of a large solar plant project in the region. [...] Read more...
UTC’s Heavy Equipment experts move cranes and equipment of all sizes and weights around the globe. [...] Read more...
The supply chain is strained, Back-to-School is here, and peak season is right around the corner. That only means things will get worse before they get better – which they will, just not this year. Orders keep increasing, and consumers keep buying, which would be great news if manufacturers, distributors, and retailers could stock enough goods to meet the demand. [...] Read more...
Invasive insects, plants, snails, soil, and animals can be stowaways on ships, trucks, and trains, and they travel globally. Once brought into an area, they are difficult and expensive to eradicate, causing damage to… [...] Read more...
Congestion at the ports is severe, COVID outbreaks are causing labor shortages, equipment shortages continue, and vessel delays are reaching all-time highs. Here is an overview of the factors affecting the industry. [...] Read more...
UTC has a team of logistics experts specializing in moving cement plants anywhere in the world, no matter how complex the job. They spent 15 months planning, organizing, executing, and successfully delivering… [...] Read more...