All Roll Group articles
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ArticleNigeria rises as a powerhouse for project logistics
With a surge of infrastructure and energy projects under way, Nigeria is emerging as a powerhouse for project logistics in Africa. As currency stability improves and foreign investment returns, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of rising volumes and fresh opportunities, writes Megan Ramsay.
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ArticleAfrican logisticians prepare for continental boom
Africa is a key frontier market for the project logistics sector with major investments across energy, mining, infrastructure and manufacturing. From oil and gas expansion in the west to renewable energy growth in the north and east, the continent presents vast – albeit complex – opportunities for the sector.
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ArticleRoll Group’s regional ambitions
With a strong pipeline of projects across the Middle East, Roll Group is solidifying its presence in the region, particularly in Qatar and Saudi Arabia. It has established a substantial road fleet and a skilled local workforce to navigate the country’s complex transport landscape.
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ArticleMeasured steps in the Middle East’s economic diversification
The Middle East’s primary generator of project logistics activity, the oil and gas sector, still commands the lion’s share of attention. Nevertheless, profits derived from fossil fuels are being funnelled into various markets, including transport infrastructure, civil construction and renewable energy. The pace of diversification may be gradual, but there is a tangible sense that the region is laying the groundwork for a more resilient future. Chris Lewis reports.
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NewsRoll Group expands Saudi operations with storage facilities and heavy haul investments
Roll Group, specialising in heavy haul and lifting solutions, has been active in the Middle East since 2020, with a presence in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Oman. The company says it is now positioned to become the second-largest inland transport operator in Saudi Arabia.
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NewsRoll Group adds RollBarge 1 to its fleet
Roll Group has expanded its fleet with the delivery of RollBarge 1, the first barge in its portfolio.
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NewsRoll Group executes Oman load-outs
Heavy transport specialist Roll Group has completed its scope at a module load-out project in Oman.
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NewsRoll Group deploys latest gantry system for Indonesian heavy lifts
Roll Group has executed two 1,000 tonne-plus lifts using its modular gantry system at a petrochemical facility in Cilegon, Indonesia.
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NewsRoll Group in Thailand moves to larger premises
Roll Group’s Thailand office is moving to a new location with its own yard.
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NewsEast Anglia Three converter station sailing onboard BigRoll Beaufort
The offshore converter station for ScottishPower Renewables’ East Anglia Three offshore wind farm has been loaded onboard the heavy transport vessel BigRoll Beaufort for transport from Romania to Norway, where construction will be completed.
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NewsRoll Group names Bielecke
Roll Group has appointed Benjamin Silva Bielecke as its senior commercial manager.
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NewsRevolution Wind cargoes arrive onboard RollDock Storm
Tower sections for the USA’s Revolution Wind offshore wind farm have arrived at the port of New London’s State Pier Terminal onboard Roll Group’s heavy transport vessel RollDock Storm.
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NewsRoll Group to enter barge market
Roll Group has held a steel cutting ceremony in Batam, Indonesia, for the latest addition to its fleet – the Roll Barge One.
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NewsRoll Group to add deck carriers in Q2 2025
Heavy transport company Roll Group will add two of KMC Line’s deck carriers to its fleet in the second half of 2025.
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NewsMergers, acquisitions, and expansions: a year of consolidation
Throughout 2023, the project logistics sector saw some key players expand their footprint to target new markets or reinforce their position. It comes off the back of a largely positive outlook for the market, with several industry verticals set to provide a swathe of work around the globe.
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NewsHoogenhout joins COSCO Heavy Transport
COSCO Shipping Heavy Transport has appointed Paul Hoogenhout as a senior project engineer.
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NewsRoll Group partners with Laso in Mozambique
Roll Group has formed a partnership with Laso Transportes’ branch in Mozambique.
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NewsRoll Group and Hebetec develop heavy load out system
Roll Group and Hebetec Engineering have developed a patented system for the load out of large offshore wind farm components.
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ArticleDeck carriers and semi-submersible heavy transport vessels: Caution gives way to a rising tide of optimism
Deck carriers and semi-submersible transport vessels perform some of the most eye-catching and technical transportation projects known to man. Demand for these vessels over the past couple of years did not quite match the levels seen in the multipurpose sector, but a perfect storm of events could see that tighten up. David Kershaw reports.
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NewsRoll Group signs MoU with KMC to manage two wide-deck carriers
Heavy transportation company Roll Group signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with KMC Line for commercial cooperation.