Special Cargo Transportation: Find Transport and Shippers
Find professional contractors for complex logistics tasks in Spain or load your specialized fleet with high-margin orders.
Lardi-Trans is a platform connecting logistics experts to organize non-standard shipments across the Iberian Peninsula and Europe without intermediaries.
Special Freight: Solving Unique Logistics Challenges
For Shippers
Transporting cargo that falls outside standard weight, dimensions, or storage requirements requires a specialized approach and expert handling.
Our service helps you locate owners of niche equipment — from low-bed trailers for industrial machinery to livestock carriers and high-security vehicles for valuable goods.
With our rating system and transparent transaction history, you can entrust your critical cargo to a reliable Spanish partner, discussing all technical details directly.
Need to transport industrial equipment, live animals, or a nautical vessel? Find a provider with the right experience and fleet.
- Complex Logistics: Solve challenges ranging from yacht transport along the Mediterranean coast to moving high-value art or museum exhibits.
- Niche Fleet Access: Access a database of low-loaders, car carriers, specialized tankers, and lift-gate trucks.
- Quality Assurance: Review the portfolios and feedback of carriers specializing in sensitive and special cargo categories.
For Carriers
Does your fleet include specialized machinery in Spain? Find orders that perfectly match your technical capabilities.
- Premium Income: Special cargo transportation commands significantly higher rates than standard dry freight.
- Targeted Orders: Narrow specialization allows you to avoid mass competition and receive unique requests.
- Smart Selection: Filter loads by hazard class, specific body type, and national or international routes.
Categories of Special Cargo and Specialized Transport
On Lardi-Trans, you can find logistics solutions for diverse non-standard cargo types across Spain:
- Oversized & Heavy-Lift: Industrial components and construction machinery requiring low-bed or extendable trailers.
- Livestock & Live Cargo: Agricultural animals requiring ventilated, EU-compliant livestock carriers with specialized floors.
- High-Value Goods: Luxury products or electronics requiring high-security box vans, GPS tracking, and potentially armed escorts.
- Nautical & Automotive: Transporting yachts, motorboats, luxury cars, or motorcycles using specialized boat trailers and car transporters.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Special Cargo in Spain
What is classified as "special cargo"?
This category includes any goods requiring non-standard conditions for transit, loading, or unloading. This includes oversized structures, live animals, fragile high-value items, perishables in specialized reefer containers, and dangerous goods (ADR).
How is the cost for special cargo transport calculated?
Unlike standard freight, there are no fixed tariffs. Prices depend on the complexity of the route, the need for special administrative permits (especially for oversized loads in Spain), insurance premiums, and the specific equipment required. On Lardi-Trans, you can negotiate directly with carriers to find a fair price.
Is specialized insurance required for these shipments?
Given the high value or sensitivity of these loads, insurance is critical. Most professional carriers on our platform hold CMR insurance or specific liability policies for high-value freight. Always confirm the coverage limits before finalizing a deal.
Does Lardi-Trans provide cargo escort or security services?
No, Lardi-Trans is an information marketplace. Escort services (security) or pilot cars (for oversized freight) are provided by the transport companies themselves or third-party security agencies. You can list the need for escort services as a requirement in your request.
Can I find specialized transport for live animals?
Yes, our database includes Spanish carriers with specialized livestock trailers (camiones para ganado) that meet strict EU animal welfare and veterinary regulations. When searching, select the specific body type to find qualified professionals.
Who handles the permits for oversized special cargo in Spain?
Typically, the carrier manages the application for special permits (autorizaciones especiales) from the DGT or regional authorities, as the permit is tied to the specific vehicle dimensions. However, always clarify the division of costs and responsibilities in the chat beforehand.