CSS successfully completed the multimodal transportation of S68 Export Putty Grey, a dangerous goods (DG) shipment, from Reggio Emilia, Italy, to Kuwait in just 22 days. The shipment was delivered efficiently, well ahead of the estimated 28–30-day transit time. It involved multiple modes of transport and border crossings, requiring careful planning and coordination throughout the journey.
Handled under EXW Incoterms, the cargo was collected from the shipper’s premises in Reggio Emilia, Italy. It was properly loaded, stacked, and secured inside the truck before beginning its journey to Trieste Port. From there, the shipment moved by Ro-Ro service to Pendik Port in Istanbul, Türkiye, before continuing by road through Iraq to Kuwait for the final delivery.
The routing was selected to address the challenges involved in moving DG cargo from Europe, including transportation restrictions and the limited availability of suitable vessel schedules. The multimodal solution provided a practical alternative while also helping achieve a faster transit time than the usual mode of transportation.
Strong Teamwork Behind a Successful Delivery
The shipment was successfully executed through close coordination between CSS Kuwait and CSS Türkiye. CSS Kuwait shared the shipment requirements and cargo details with the Türkiye team, which then arranged the transportation and provided the quotation.
CSS Türkiye worked directly with the shipper to coordinate cargo collection and loading and stayed closely involved throughout the journey. The team also coordinated closely with the truck driver to facilitate the required transit border formalities and keep the movement on track.
Regular updates were shared with the consignee, ensuring clear visibility of the shipment from origin to desti- nation. This close communication helped the teams respond effectively to the requirements of a complex cross-border DG movement.
Completing the journey in 22 days, against an estimated 28–30 days, demonstrates what can be achieved through effective planning and teamwork. The successful delivery reflects CSS’s ability to develop practical logistics solutions for specialised cargo while maintaining a focus on safety, reliability and timely execution.