United Heavy Transport (UHT) has entered into a strategic alliance with Dongbang Transport Logistics, combining the former’s heavy lift expertise with the latter’s experience in open deck carrier operations.
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed by the two companies and the agreement outlines a strategy for collaboration on major projects.
UHT managing director Andreas Rolner explained that the two companies, with the support of sister company United Engineering Solutions, will combine their strengths in heavy lift vessels and heavy transport vessels. He added that the MoU is “a commitment to a shared vision of enduring cooperation, delivering fully integrated maritime project management solutions for modular marine transportation”.
Dongbang managing director, Kris Bae, added: “UHT and Dongbang’s collaboration is grounded in a strategic vision, backed by UHT’s project management proficiency and Dongbang’s open deck carrier operations acumen. The focused strategy outlined in the agreement not only enhances synergies but positions this alliance as a resilient force, adapting dynamically in the industry.”
In July 2023, United Heavy Transport (UHT) and Guangzhou Salvage ended their commercial management agreement for the latter’s semi-submersible fleet. The partnership dates back to 2018 when GS-Pango International (GSP), as the exclusive commercial agent for Guangzhou Salvage’s semi-submersible fleet, appointed United Heavy Lift (UHL) as an agent. When UHT formally launched in 2020, it took over commercial operation of the semi-submersible vessels in the roster.
