Tackling twists and turns with 230 tons of cargo.
When BNSF Logistics was tasked with moving a 230-ton, 138-foot-long industrial dryer from Louisville, Kentucky, to Yorkton, Saskatchewan, our in-house engineering and projects teams offered a comprehensive solution to manage the move from end to end.
From route planning and transport via truck, barge, and rail to designing a unique securement package, BNSF Logistics’ experts handled it all to deliver the dryer on time and within budget. Watch the video to see our solutions in action — and then reach out to discuss your next project.
Explore End-to-End Solutions
BNSF Logistics has the decades of experience and ample resources needed to offer right-sized logistics services for any breakbulk need:
- In-house engineering and project teams, including dedicated mechanical, industrial and civil engineers
- Complete project management including project supervision and expedited project services
- Feasibility studies, route planning, permitting, clearances, and compliance
- Computer tracking, documentation, and insurance
- Lift plans and rigging selection
- Custom fixtures and railcars
Explore More Projects
Super Dual-lane Delivery Across North America
When an over-dimensional knock-out drum required dual-lane transport on an urgent basis, multiple BNSF Logistics teams worked in unison to gain the proper approvals and deliver it safely for our customer.
Moving an 844,000-pound Transformer
See how BNSF Logistics overcame permitting and transportation challenges to execute a heavy-haul move from the Port of New Orleans to a power generating station over narrow, non-U.S. DOTS county roads.
At BNSF Logistics, We Deliver What Matters.®
BNSF Logistics is a wholly owned, rail-centric subsidiary of Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC, and a Berkshire Hathaway company. By harnessing our longstanding relationships, deep resources and proven expertise, we deliver comprehensive logistic solutions including end-to-end supply chain services, standard truckload and rail moves, and multimodal, industry-specific projects requiring the design and manufacture of custom fixtures.
Through advanced technical problem-solving and consultative, creative process simplification — all backed by exceptional customer experiences — we efficiently solve even the most complex logistics challenges so you can stay focused on your next big move.
