3D Stowage Planning & Feasibility
Virtual precision for physical success
We provide peace of mind by utilizing advanced 3D Stowage Planning technology to engineer your cargo operation before the vessel ever arrives at the berth.
We provide comprehensive stowage solutions for diverse commodities and vessel types, guaranteeing spatial and operational viability. By simulating the stowage virtually, we eliminate the guesswork, ensuring that when loading begins, execution is flawless.
Ultimate risk mitigation tool for Charterers, Owners, and Logistics Managers.
Visualizing
We produce detailed three-dimensional visualizations of potential stowage arrangements.
Clash detection
We identify conflicts instantly. Whether it’s a stanchion getting in the way of a crate, or a stability issue caused by weight distribution, we work it out.
Time Savings
The final 3D plan serves as an instructional blueprint for the stevedores. They don't lose time "thinking how to do it" or debating the best angle; they simply follow the engineered plan.
Case The “Gas Pipe” efficiency
The Challenge: A client needed to load a shipment of specialized, oddly shaped gas pipes. The risk of delay due to handling confusion was high.
The Hanman Solution: We pre-planned the entire shipment using 3D modeling. We calculated the exact costs, checked feasibility for lifting and stowage, and created a step-by-step loading sequence.
The Result: When the vessel arrived, our Port Captain attended the loading to ensure the plan was followed. The stevedores worked without hesitation. The ship loaded and sailed away faster with minimal delays, and the client avoided all unexpected overtime costs.
Capabilities across Commodities
Our stowage consultancy covers a wide range of cargo types moving through the Nordics, UK, US, Baltics and Global Trade Lanes:
Timber & Wood Industry: Specialized planning for sawn timber, lumber deck stows, and round logs. We optimize deck intake while ensuring stability and strict adherence to lashing codes for forest products.
Project Cargo & Heavy Lift: Wind turbine components, transformers, industrial machinery, and oversized modules.
Breakbulk & Steel: Steel coils, pipes, plates, and general palletized goods.
Ro-Ro & Vehicles: Optimized deck layouts for rolling stock and trailers.
Yachts & Boats: Custom cradle planning and securing arrangements for leisure craft transport.
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Traditional 2D plans often hide spatial conflicts that only become apparent when the cargo is hanging from a crane. Our 3D modeling identifies "clashes"—such as a crate hitting a stanchion or a crane’s swing radius being blocked—long before the vessel reaches ports like Houston, Southampton, or Helsinki. We engineer the "guesswork" out of the operation, ensuring physical success through virtual precision.
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In high-cost ports like Tilbury, Immingham, or Kotka, every hour counts. Instead of stevedores debating the best angle or sequence on the quay, they receive a 3D engineered blueprint. They simply follow the step-by-step loading sequence we’ve already optimized, leading to faster turnarounds, minimal delays, and zero unexpected overtime costs.
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We handle a wide range of complex cargo, including RoRo (Car Carriers), High & Heavy machinery, breakbulk, and specialized project pieces. Whether it is ensuring the correct lashing of an excavator or the precise stowage of high-volume automotive cargo, we adapt our techniques to the specific requirements of the shipment.
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Absolutely. We have extensive experience in the American, Nordic and Baltic timber trade. We optimize deck intake for sawn timber, lumber, and logs while ensuring strict adherence to stability requirements and lashing codes. Our 3D plans help maximize your vessel’s earning capacity without compromising safety.
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Yes. Transporting leisure craft requires custom cradle planning and precise securing. We use 3D modeling to engineer the exact placement and lashing arrangements for yachts and boats, ensuring they are protected against the sea-state forces of the North Atlantic or the Gulf of Mexico.
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Simply contact us at +358 44 9364472. We recommend involving our technical team during the booking or pre-fixture stage. We can work with your cargo dimensions and vessel drawings to provide a feasibility consultation that guarantees a flawless execution at any port worldwide.
Eliminate the "Unknowns"
We handle the complexity so you can focus on the commerce.