By interlink | 11/07/2025

Transporting a 5-Ton Stone Buddha Statue and 5-Ton Stone Pedestal – A Special Trip to South Korea

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The project to transport a monolithic stone Buddha statue from Vietnam to South Korea is not simply a logistics transaction, but a journey to carry a cultural symbol and a revered belief across thousands of kilometers.

Detailed Shipment Information:

  • Items: Monolithic stone Buddha statue (5 tons) and stone base (5 tons).
  • Accessories: Decorative white pebbles (hundreds of kilograms).
  • Transportation Method: International export in a 20-foot container.
  • Route: Vietnam – South Korea.

PROJECT CHALLENGES

Transporting spiritual items, especially oversized and heavy stone statues, presents stringent challenges:

  • Extremely heavy load: The total weight of the stone portion reaches 10 tons, requiring specialized lifting equipment and precise weight distribution.
  • High Spiritual Value: Any minor scratch or impact not only affects aesthetics but also shows disrespect to religious values.
  • Technical Requirements: Ensuring the goods remain stable and unbalanced throughout the long sea transport process.

INTERLINK’S SOLUTION

Interlink has developed a specialized transport process, combining “Precise Engineering” and “Respectful Attitude”:

  • Survey & Design: Our team of experts directly measures the dimensions and center of gravity of the statue to create a customized packaging plan.
  • Packaging & Reinforcement: Using high-strength pallets and specialized padding to protect the stone surface.
  • Using a heavy-duty strapping system and absolute bracing to eliminate any vibration.
  • Professional Operation: Utilizing heavy-duty forklifts and a team of supervisors 24/7 during the lifting and lowering process.
  • Customs clearance and container sealing procedures were carried out according to the strictest international standards.

ACHIEVEMENTS

The project concluded with resounding success, affirming Interlink’s reputation in the specialized cargo segment:

  • Absolute safety: The entire shipment arrived in South Korea in perfect condition, “without even a 1cm deviation.”
  • On schedule: The process was smooth from domestic loading and unloading to delivery at the destination.
  • Complete value: Interlink not only delivered on time but also maintained the integrity of a carrier, bringing absolute satisfaction and peace of mind to customers.
  • Confirmation of capability: Reinforced Interlink’s position as a leading company in transporting cultural and spiritual artifacts (statues, bronze bells, religious objects) to the world.

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