When A $2.2 Million Heavy Machinery Was on the Line—and Nobody Wanted the Risk 

Client: Enprocon Enterprises Ltd 
Date: May 2024 
The Stakes: A 55-metric-ton CAT CNC pipe bending machine worth $2.2 million 
The Route: Mumbai Port, India → Freeport, Texas, USA 

When Enprocon reached out, they had a problem that had already stumped a dozen freight forwarders. They needed to move a $2.2 million CAT CNC pipe bending machine—all 55 tons of it—from Mumbai to Freeport, Texas. And they needed it to arrive on time, undamaged, and ready to plug into their production line. 

This wasn't just about "shipping something heavy." High-value industrial machinery doesn't forgive mistakes. A poorly designed lashing system can cause hairline fractures during transit. A missed customs document can add weeks of port storage fees. A single crane lift gone wrong can turn a $2.2 million asset into an insurance claim. 

And after contacting forwarder after forwarder—each one declining or quoting timelines that didn't work—Enprocon needed a partner who could say yes and actually deliver. 

Why? Because this wasn't about throwing cargo on a container ship and hoping for the best. Moving high-value industrial machinery across continents demands: 

Why This Was Complex 

Moving a 55-ton CNC machine across oceans isn't about picking a carrier and hoping for the best. It's about orchestrating the right people, assets, and decisions at every single touchpoint. 

• Trusted Ground Agents at Origin and Destination – You need boots on the ground who know the ports, understand heavy machinery handling, and can execute with zero errors. In Mumbai and Freeport. 
• Shipping Line Partnerships for RO-RO Vessels – Securing space on Roll-on/Roll-off vessels isn't a phone call—it's about relationships built over decades with specialized carriers who handle high-value cargo. 
• Engineering-Grade Lashing & Choking – This machine had to survive 40 days at sea across the Indian Ocean and Atlantic. Standard tie-downs won't cut it—you need custom-engineered restraint systems designed for ocean swells, temperature shifts, and vibration. 
• Expert Cargo Allotment & Load Planning – One wrong calculation in weight distribution and the entire vessel's stability is compromised. One misalignment during roll-on and you risk millions in damage. 
• Precision Unloading at Destination Port – After 40 days at sea, the machine still has to roll off flawlessly, clear customs, and reach the client's facility without a scratch. 

Most freight forwarders can't orchestrate all of this. They might have one piece of the puzzle—a contact at the port, or access to a shipping line—but not the end-to-end network, expertise, and execution capability required for a $2.2 million asset. 

For Enprocon, the clock was ticking. Their U.S. operations were waiting. Their clients were expecting delivery. And they were running out of options. 

Then they called Sky2C. 

The Sky2C Difference: 25 Years of "Yes, We Can" 

While others saw risk, we saw an opportunity to do what we've been doing for a quarter-century: solve the unsolvable. 

How Sky2C Made It Happen 

Sky2C had done this before. Not just "heavy cargo," but high-value industrial assets where precision and reliability aren't negotiable. Here's how the execution unfolded. 

Step 1: Activating the Right Network 

Within 24 hours, Sky2C's operations team activated trusted agents at both ends—specialists in Mumbai who understood heavy machinery port handling, and partners in Freeport who could manage U.S. customs brokerage and final delivery. These weren't cold calls to random handlers; these were long-standing relationships built over 25 years. 

Step 2: Securing the RO-RO Vessel 

Sky2C locked in a Roll-on/Roll-off vessel within 48 hours. RO-RO wasn't just a preference—it was the risk-controlled choice. No crane lifts. No improvised rigging. The machine would roll on, stay locked to the deck for 40 days, and roll off at Freeport with minimal handling. 

The team confirmed ramp gradients, turning radii, deck clearance, and parking bay specs to ensure the roll-on and roll-off could happen smoothly at both terminals. 

Step 3: Engineering the Sea-Fastening 

This is where logistics becomes engineering. Sky2C's team designed a custom lashing plan that accounted for every stress the machine would face during 40 days at sea—roll, pitch, heave, vibration, humidity, and temperature variance. 

Heavy-duty chains were positioned at calculated angles. Ratchet tensioners were set to precise loads. Timber choking and dunnage locked the machine's frame to the deck. The goal was zero movement—because even small shifts over a long voyage can cause structural stress or cosmetic damage. 

The result? The machine arrived in Freeport exactly as it left Mumbai. No stress marks. No shifts. No surprises. 

Step 4: Load Planning with the Vessel 

Sky2C coordinated directly with the vessel's chief officer to validate weight distribution, deck placement, and roll-on sequencing. Cargo allotment isn't guesswork—it's physics. Get the weight balance wrong and you risk the vessel's stability. Get the positioning wrong and you create bottlenecks during unloading. 

The roll-on at Mumbai Port was choreographed to the minute, synced with terminal operations to avoid idle time and exposure. 

Step 5: Documentation That Cleared Without Delays 

Sky2C's documentation team handled every detail: export permits, HS codes, ISF filings, insurance certificates, packing lists, and survey reports. The paperwork was pre-filed with U.S. customs to avoid red flags, rework, or terminal storage fees. 

• Export permits and Indian Customs clearance 
• HS Code classification and duty optimization 
• U.S. Customs brokerage and ISF filing 
• Delivery coordination to Enprocon's facility in Texas 

No delays. No surprises. No penalties. When the vessel made a berth in Freeport, there were no surprises. Everything cleared on the first pass. 

Step 6: The Freeport Handoff 

After 40 days at sea, the roll-off was executed to the minute. Customs clearance proceeded smoothly on the pre-filed documentation. The onward move to Enprocon's Texas facility was synced with terminal operations—no dead time, no dwell charges. 

The machine arrived on schedule, protected, inspected, and installation-ready. 

• The Result: Successful Delivery. Zero Damage. 100% Reliability. 
• Delivery Performance: 45–50 days hook-to-hook, exactly as promised 
• Cargo Integrity: Zero incidents. Zero rework. Zero cosmetic or structural damage. 
• Handling Optimization: RO-RO eliminated unnecessary lifts and reduced risk exposure. 
• Operational Efficiency: No terminal dwell. Seamless customs clearance. On-time handoff. 

Enprocon's production line went live on schedule. Their clients got their orders. And Sky2C proved—once again—that when the stakes are high, experience and precision make all the difference. 

What Enprocon's Team Had to Say: "We contacted twelve freight forwarders. Twelve. Some quoted us impossible timelines. Others quoted us impossible prices. A few just said no outright. Then we found Sky2C. From day one, their team didn't just understand the challenge—they'd done it before. They had trusted agents at both ports", said the Head of Logistics, Enprocon Enterprises Ltd.

He further added, "They had the RO-RO vessel relationships. They engineered custom lashing that kept our $2.2 million machine secure for 40 days at sea. They walked us through every step, from vessel selection to customs clearance. They gave us daily updates. And when our machine rolled off the truck in Texas, it was perfect. Sky2C didn't just move our equipment. They moved our entire production timeline forward. That's the difference between a forwarder and a partner."

From Heavy Machinery to Military Equipment – Sky2C Moves Everything, Everywhere 

Whether you're shipping a 55-ton CNC machine or a 5-pound e-commerce parcel, Sky2C brings the same precision, speed, and reliability to every shipment. 

• Air Freight – Priority and economy air cargo to 118+ countries. When time is money, we deliver both. 
• Ocean Freight (LCL & FCL) – Competitive container rates with full visibility and predictable schedules. 
• LTL & Last-Mile Delivery – Cost-effective ground shipping with on-time SLAs across North America. 
• 3PL Warehousing & E-Commerce Fulfillment – Strategic facilities in the USA(Union City (HQ), Los Angeles, Atlanta, Dallas, Cincinnati, Boston, Virginia, New Jersey), Dubai (JAFZA, SAIF Zone) and India (ICD TKD, New Delhi),

Pick, pack, ship, track—optimized for speed. 

Why 25,000+ Businesses Trust Sky2C 

• 25 years of global freight expertise 
• 15,000+ shipments moved annually 
• $500M+ in cargo value handled each year 
• FIATA, IATA, FMC-USA, U.S. DOT certified 
• Member of WCA, JCTrans, GLA, and TSA 

Our Global Footprint 

USA 

Offices & Warehouses: Union City (HQ), Los Angeles, Atlanta, Dallas, Cincinnati, Boston, Virginia, New Jersey

Dubai 

Offices: JAFZA, DAFZA, SAIF Zone, Business Bay 
Warehouses: JAFZA, SAIF Zone 

India 

Offices: Mumbai, Noida 
Warehouse: ICD TKD, New Delhi  

Ready to Move What Matters? 

If your shipment is too heavy, too valuable, or too urgent for "standard" logistics, Sky2C is ready. We've moved jet engines. We've moved million-dollar art. We've moved 55-ton CNC machines across oceans. And we've done it 15,000+ times a year for 25 years. 

Your next impossible shipment? Let's make it possible.