— Exceptional Transport
Exceptional Transport in Europe
Exceptional transport throughout Europe
Exceptional transport involves a lot of work. Think of unusual dimensions, strict regulations and unpredictable routes. EPS helps you navigate this complex landscape — with clear information, expert guidance and the right permits.
What exactly is exceptional transport?
Exceptional transport refers to shipments that exceed standard dimensions. This could be a load that is too wide, too high, too long or too heavy — or a combination of these factors. Examples include silos, wind turbine components, construction machinery or prefabricated elements. Such transport requires specific exemptions for each country, often with additional conditions such as escort or modified routes. European Permit Service (EPS) has been helping transporters since 1992 to obtain the correct documents and coordinate with European government agencies. EPS ensures that your exceptional transport takes place according to the rules and without any surprises along the way.
Avoiding risks in exceptional transport
Exceptional transport is not an everyday task for every carrier, but it is for EPS. In practice, we often see transports being delayed or halted due to a lack of the necessary documents, miscommunication or a misjudgement of what constitutes "exceptional". EPS prevents this by coordinating every detail in advance. From permits to traffic measures, from route selection to escorting: we make sure everything is correct. This means you not only drive legally, but above all with confidence.
Escort services for exceptional transport in Europe
Escort services are often mandatory for exceptional transport. EPS arranges the right escort service for each country, tailored to your transport, route and legal requirements. This ensures you can drive safely, legally and without interruption.
Escort mandatory? We know exactly where and when
Not all exceptional transport is allowed on the road independently. In many European countries, escort by a certified pilot, police or traffic escort is mandatory when certain dimensions or weights are exceeded. This applies especially to busy or complex routes — such as city centres, tunnels or narrow provincial roads. EPS investigates what type of escort is required for each journey. We coordinate this with local authorities and arrange all the necessary documents and communication. This ensures that you comply with the law and avoid delays or fines along the way.
No exceptional transport without proper escort
Escort is not a formality. It is a legal requirement that determines whether your exceptional transport can take place safely and legally. Without the right escort, you run the risk of delays, fines or even a driving ban. And that is a waste of time, money and reputation. European Permit Service ensures full coordination between your transport, the escorts and the requirements of each European government. We coordinate everything down to the last detail: the type of escort, the route, the time slots and communication en route. Whether you need a single escort or a complete team including traffic measures, EPS will take care of it. You don't have to worry about a thing — you can drive with peace of mind.
- Full compliance with local regulations
- Experienced escorts with the right certificates and vehicles
- A single point of contact for all countries and routes
- Flexible planning in case of changes or delays
- Cooperation with police or traffic services if required
- Safe, smooth and compliant transport
Let us arrange your escort, so you can be sure there will be no surprises on the road.
Why escort via EPS?
Local network
Access to certified escorts throughout Europe
Strict coordination
Escort is perfectly tailored to your route and time slot
Language & regulatory expertise
We bridge language barriers and know the law in each country
Always available
We remain available during transport for last-minute changes
Heavy transport in Europe without worries
Heavy transport requires knowledge, experience and the right paperwork. European Permit Service arranges your permits, route reconnaissance and escort throughout Europe. Fast, correct and hassle-free.
A single point of contact for all your heavy transport needs
Organising heavy transport is no easy task. Each country has its own rules, procedures and requirements for length, width, weight and route. You often have to deal with multiple government agencies, different application forms and, not unimportantly, a language barrier. EPS takes that work off your hands. Since 1992, we have been helping transporters throughout Europe obtain the right permits and guiding them through the process from A to Z. We map out routes, take obstacles into account and arrange traffic measures or escorts if necessary. Thanks to our strong network and years of experience, you can be sure that everything is taken care of. One request, one point of contact, fully arranged — so you can focus on what really matters: getting your transport safely and efficiently to its destination.
Prevent delays and errors in heavy transport
Heavy transport requires not only permits, but also insight. In practice, we often see transports being delayed by small errors: a missing document, incorrect timing, or a route that is unexpectedly blocked. It also regularly happens that a permit is not valid in the next country — resulting in downtime and fines. European Permit Service prevents this. Thanks to our experience and European coverage, we coordinate everything: permits, escort, route and execution. We identify bottlenecks before they become problems. This makes EPS not an extra step, but a smart move for every heavy transport. It gets you further — literally and figuratively.
— Why EPS
Why choose EPS
Peace of mind
Your transport in our hands
Network
Connections at national and international level
Expert
Careful and precise from departure to destination
Experience
Since 1992 still the strongest partner