ENG NL Complex transport & logistics. One solution. Lubbers. What we do Network Industries About us Contact Get a quote Complex road transport: Loading, transporting and unloading two historic farms The Challenge of this road transport Lubbers was approached by the antiquities foundation "De Spiker”. This foundation aims to maintain buildings, village views and landscapes that are characteristic of the old Schoonebeek. The Spiker asked Lubbers to provide logistical support in moving two historic cattle barns, also known as 'boo'. These needed to be moved locally between Coevorden and Schoonebeek. The boo is typical for the area around Schoonebeek. Around the year 1600 there were dozens of boo’s in that area, unfortunately only a few of these have survived. Livestock was kept in a boo which was unique in the province of Drenthe at the time. The largest part of Drenthe was peat and heather and there was little you could do with livestock. In the small part around Schoonebeek the soil was more suitable. That is why it is important that this piece of cultural heritage is preserved. Moving these boo’s presented several challenges. For example, all stone and thatched walls had to be carefully removed and the entire frame construction had to be reinforced in order to be able to be lifted and transported. It was important not to damage the old buildings. The dimensions also presented some challenges. The larger of the two boo’s was 6.60 meters wide and 7.50 meters high. And that meant that route research was necessary in advance and the transport was carried out with a special low-loader and under the supervision of an escort vehicle. Our solution Lubbers’ project team worked closely together with a crane company and experienced construction engineers on this project. A construction plan (reinforcement of objects), transport & traffic plan and a safety plan were jointly drawn up. Lubbers advised on the reinforcement of the cargo and took the lead in conducting the route investigation, securing the cargo and carrying out the exceptional transport. The Result The execution of the lifting job and the exceptional transport attracted a lot of attention. The audience was impressed by 'farms hanging over the trees' and 'farms on wheels'. Both the lifting job and the exceptional transport were carried out without any problems. The De Spiker Foundation was very pleased with the professional implementation of the project and the excellent cooperation between all parties involved. "An important piece of cultural heritage has been preserved for the region and can soon be viewed by a wider public”, according to the foundation. We are specialists in complex transport. If you want to know more about our road transport options, click here. Back How can we connect you? Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or requests you have about our services. “Lubbers is our preferred partner for road transport. Their network and high focus on quality and service are a great match.” – SR Group, Norway. High quality standards define us What we do Projects & services Global Freight Transport forwarding Rigmoves Pipeline logistics Staffing Consultancy About us Road Transport Network Join our team QHSE Brexit Privacy policy Disclaimer Get in touch Stay updated We keep your business moving You need to make sure your goods arrive at the right destination at the right time. Often sector specific quality and safety requirements are applicable during transport. We get that. Each day we make it our job to know all possible options to tackle your logistical challenges. Our track record in specialist logistic knowledge dates back to 1929. Klaverakker 1 7761 RA Schoonebeek The Netherlands +31 (0)524 537777 csd@lubbers.net © Lubbers Logistics, 2021 Do you want the best website experience? Then click on 'I agree' to accept our cookies. For more information, read our privacy statement. I AGREE