We are owners of 2536 KL and 3240 KL tanker barges and annually handle above 3,00,000 metric tons of bulk oil at Mumbai anchorage.
At Kainaaz Associates, we excel in the operation of dry bulk barges and pontoons, specially designed for heavy ODC (Over Dimensional Cargo) and project cargoes. Alongside our trusted associates, we possess a comprehensive inventory of specialised equipment, complemented by a skilled technical team. Together, we adeptly oversee diverse cargo movements across Mumbai and various other Indian harbors and ports.
Our liquid cargo barges, pontoons, supply boats, and tugs undergo regular surveys and hold up-to-date valid survey certificates, affirming their compliance with safety standards.
What sets us apart is our highly competent and experienced crew, ensuring seamless communication with surveyors, consignees, and ship’s crew. Their proficiency guarantees the smooth handling of operations.
It’s worth noting that all our heavy equipment undergoes rigorous testing and receives approval from government authorities for the rated tonnage we handle. We strictly adhere to safety protocols established by the licensing authority, prioritizing the well-being of both handled components and our workforce.
In addition to our dry bulk barges, we also manage tugs and cargo barges dedicated to transporting commodities such as cement, coal, and fertilizers, further demonstrating our versatility and commitment to comprehensive cargo solutions.
Barges are generally used for transportation of coastal cargo in smaller volumes. It also facilitates lighterage operations in cases where the mother vessels cannot berth at port due to deep drafts and delays in berthing. Barges are also used in rivers and inland waterways.
A barge is a flat-bottomed boat used to transport goods on inland waterways. Tanker barges carry liquid bulk. They are predominantly used for lighterage operations of liquid cargo in bulk.
There are also dry bulk cargo barges and mini bulk carriers.
Whereas vessels are bigger and can sail in deep seas with capacity to carry large number of containers. Tanker vessels carry liquid bulk cargo in large volumes ( 10,000 to 50,000 mts or more ) .
Barge operators assist transportation of cargo from anchorages where the mother vessels anchor. We mainly provide tanker barges for liquid bulk, but can assist in coastal dry bulk transportation also.
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Kainaaz Associates has it’s registered office in Mumbai, India and it’s associates at other Indian Ports covering the east and the west coast of India. The group was established with the objective of acting as Freight Forwarding, Customs Broker, Project consultants, Barge Owner, Transportation, and Charter Brokers to provide total logistic solutions under one roof.