
John Rowe
Managing Director, Roll Group
John Rowe is the Managing Director of Roll Group Americas, where he leads teams in solving some of the region’s most complex transportation and logistics challenges.
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Monday, September 21, 09:00 - 16:30
This course is designed for professionals involved in the transport and logistics of project cargo. The course covers the fundamentals of heavy-lift logistics, emphasizing both sea-based and land-based transport, including vessels, equipment, and securing cargoes. Case studies will be used for illustration with a thorough discussion of best practices.
This is a full-day workshop and includes two networking coffee breaks and lunch. You will need to be available to attend for the whole duration to be eligible to collect your certification at the end.
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Benefit from real-world project expertise from leaders in heavy lift and transport engineering
From key terminology to vessel selection, rigging, and port operations – all in one practical, expert-led workshop.
Maximize your time at Breakbulk Americas and come away with more than just industry connections
Attendees will receive a comprehensive insight into how heavy lift shipments are planned and successfully executed. It will help the attendees to understand the roles of involved parties and their responsibilities, but also their need for information. Technical concepts, calculation methods as well as rules and regulations will be discussed.

Managing Director, Roll Group
John Rowe is the Managing Director of Roll Group Americas, where he leads teams in solving some of the region’s most complex transportation and logistics challenges.
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Commercial Manager, Roll Group
David Thorsen is a Commercial Manager at Roll Group with more than 25 years of experience in heavy lifting and specialized transport.
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✓ Full-day workshop
✓ Lunch provided
✓ Two networking coffee breaks
✓ Certificate of attendance once the course is completed
HEAVY LIFT WORKSHOP
$399
Standard workshop ticket
$199
Shippers receive 50% off
Workshop tickets are not included in your Breakbulk Americas ticket and will require an additional fee.
Breakbulk Global Shipper members receive a 50% discount.
For any queries or difficulties with booking, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at [email protected] who will be happy to assist you.
If you have not yet registered for Breakbulk Americas you can simply add the workshop item onto your ticket during the registration process.
If you have already registered for Breakbulk Americas it is easy to add the workshop item to your ticket. Simply find your confirmation email when you originally registered and in that email you will find a link that takes you back to the registration platform and will enable you to purchase a workshop ticket.
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