Liquid Cargo Transport: From Food-Grade to Hazardous Chemicals
Liquid bulk logistics require special attention to tank cleanliness and adherence to safety regulations.
On our platform, you can easily find a contractor with the appropriate tanker type: whether it is an isothermal tank for milk, a multi-compartment fuel tanker, or a chemical carrier.
The service helps prevent downtime and find "backloads" for specialized transport, while helping cargo owners quickly close pick-up requests for their products.
For Shippers
Looking for a truck for oil, fuel, or chemicals? Choose a carrier with a verified reputation and the required equipment.
- Tanker Type: Select transport tailored to your cargo (stainless steel, aluminum, rubber-lined tanks).
- Container Cleanliness: Find contractors ready to provide steaming or cleaning certificates before loading.
- Competitive Rates: Save on logistics by creating tenders and choosing the best freight offers.
- Security: Check carrier ratings and reviews before entrusting them with expensive liquid cargo.
For Carriers
Operating a tanker? Secure your vehicle with steady work and competitive rates per ton or per trip.
- Round Trips: Plan your route to minimize empty runs and pick up profitable backloads.
- Cargo Specialization: Filter requests by your tanker type — whether you carry only food-grade products or technical liquids.
- Direct Shippers: Work directly with plants, refineries, and traders, discussing discharge and payment terms without a middleman.
Types of Liquid Cargo and Transport Requirements
On Lardi-Trans, requests for various liquid categories are posted daily:
- Food Products: Vegetable oils, milk, juices, molasses. Requires stainless steel tanks, often isothermal.
- Light Petroleum Products: Gasoline, diesel, kerosene. Transported in fuel tankers complying with ADR regulations.
- Dark Petroleum Products: Bitumen, fuel oil, crude oil. Requires bitumen tankers with heating systems ("steam jackets").
- Chemical Bulk: Acids, alkalis, alcohols. Requires specialized corrosion-resistant tankers.
FAQ: Answers to Questions About Liquid Bulk Transport
How is the price for liquid transport determined?
The freight rate depends on the liquid density, volume, distance, and the need for special conditions (heating, ADR). Rates are often negotiated individually, taking into account the complexity of cleaning the tank after the trip.
What is a steaming certificate and why is it needed?
This is a document confirming that the tank has undergone sanitary treatment with high-pressure steam. For shippers of food-grade or pure chemical products, it is critical that the tank is clean and contains no residue from previous cargo. Always verify the availability of a cleaning/steaming certificate with the carrier.
Can I find a tanker equipped with a pump for unloading?
Yes, many discharge sites are not equipped with stationary pumps, so having an onboard pump or compressor on the semi-trailer is a major advantage. When searching or posting a request, specify the requirement: "onboard pump" or "self-discharging."
How do I transport hazardous liquid bulk (ADR)?
To transport fuel, acids, or alcohols, the carrier must have ADR approval for both the tractor and the tanker, and the driver must hold a valid ADR certificate. On Lardi-Trans, you can filter for vehicles authorized for hazardous goods transport.
Does Lardi-Trans transport liquids with its own trucks?
No, we are an aggregator. We provide the tools for the shipper and carrier to meet. All matters regarding loading procedures, temperature maintenance en route, and discharge are decided directly between you and the chosen contractor.
What are the features of liquid bulk transport in winter?
Many liquids (oils, bitumen, certain chemicals) thicken or freeze in cold weather. For winter transport, isothermal tanks ("thermoses") or tankers with autonomous heating (Webasto or steam pipes) are required to ensure normal discharge at the destination.