Tschudi Logistics Delivers Yankee Dryer from Karlstad, Sweden, to Pannes, France, by Barge, Ship and Road

At Tschudi Logistics, they pride themselves on tackling the most demanding projects. Their latest achievement? Delivering Valmet Tissue’s largest Yankee dryer to date – a large and heavy piece of equipment with a 22-foot (6.7m) diameter and weighing 206 tons. This intricate operation was not just a transport – it was a logistical masterpiece, involving meticulous planning, multiple suppliers, and the expertise of our dedicated team.

The operation began in early September under the sunny skies of Karlstad, Sweden. Due to a number of operational limitations in Lake Vänern, they had to think outside the box — using a barge for the roll-on loading. From there, the Yankee dryer embarked on its multi-stage journey, which would take it across several countries and involve multiple modes of transport.

Upon arrival in Grenaa, Denmark, the Yankee dryer was transshipped using a twin-lift operation—a precise and demanding task given the size and weight of the cargo. From there, it was loaded onto a coaster vessel for the next leg of the journey to Le Havre, France.

From Le Havre the next stage required navigating the River Seine by barge, passing through the iconic city of Paris on the way to Corbeil. There, the massive Yankee dryer was lifted once again and placed on a trailer for the final stretch to ICT Papermill in Pannes, 95km South of Paris.

Photograph courtesy of ICT Group

The next stage required navigating the River Seine by barge, passing through the iconic city of Paris on the way to Corbeil. There, the massive Yankee dryer was lifted once again and placed on a modular trailer for the final stretch to ICT Papermill in Pannes.

Finally, after 35 days in transit, the Yankee dryer reached its final destination at Tschudi Logistics Delivers Yankee Dryer from Karlstad, Sweden, to Pannes, France, by Barge, Ship and RoadPapermill in Pannes, passing through the gates late evening, 10th October. Despite the complexity and scale of this transport, our team ensured that the dryer arrived safely, on time, and in perfect condition.

At Tschudi Logistics, they go the extra mile—quite literally—to deliver innovative, tailor-made solutions for their clients. If your company is looking for a reliable partner for challenging logistics, they are there to ensure that no matter how complex the project, it will be delivered safely and on time.

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