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The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

Release Date: 05/08/2025

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Chris Cser and Joe Lynch discuss global giants - ICAT moves the world's largest cargo. Chris is the Director of Operations at ICAT Logistics Detroit where they handle the shipments that other companies don't, can't, and won't.

Summary: Global Giants: ICAT Moves the World's Largest Cargo

In this podcast, Chris Cser, Director of Operations at ICAT Logistics, takes us on a journey through the complex world of global logistics. Founded in 1992 in Baltimore, ICAT Logistics has expanded across the United States and Europe, specializing in handling unusual, high-value, and oversized freight that often falls outside the scope of standard containerized shipping. Chris shares his personal story of entering the logistics industry and delves into the intricacies of project cargo, from moving entire assembly lines across continents to navigating the challenges of transporting oversized, heavy, and hazardous materials. He also discusses the importance of having a logistics partner with global expertise and the ability to provide flexible shipping options in the face of unexpected disruptions. Throughout the podcast, Chris emphasizes the need for companies to ensure compliance and ethical practices in their global supply chains, highlighting the severe consequences of non-compliance in today's transparent world. Finally, he touches on his company's role as the preferred logistics carrier for the National Guard and their involvement in upcoming events.

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About Chris Cser

Chris’s expertise in global logistics is tied to his experience growing up and marrying into a military family. That background has helped him build the skills to develop a worldwide network of trusted partners over the past three decades. His leadership in international logistics is enhanced by his continuous education including extensive travel in Europe, Asia, Mexico and the Middle East to see port operations for himself. In his off hours, Chris is a sports enthusiast who enjoys cooking. As the father of a son with Coffin Siris Syndrome, Chris devotes significant time to advocating on behalf of people with CSS and Autism.

About ICAT Logistics

ICAT Logistics Detroit is family-owned and operated and has been since its inception more than 30 years ago when it was created to ensure safe, secure and timely delivery of goods. Customers have come to depend on the experience, knowledge and capabilities of ICAT Logistics Detroit and its established partnerships around the world. Their team always finds a way to get the job done. It’s the result of years of working together and building a worldwide network of resources and relationships to solve complex shipping challenges. The experts at ICAT Logistics Detroit know that every shipment is mission critical to our customers, who represent a wide range of companies from multinationals to family-owned enterprises and start-ups. We think through the critical details so that they don’t have to. The best routes. The most efficient modes of transport. Getting through customs. Packaging bulky loads. Warehousing, if necessary.

Key Takeaways: Global Giants: ICAT Moves the World's Largest Cargo

  • Discover how ICAT Logistics has expanded across the United States and Europe over the past 30 years.
  • Learn about the complexities of handling unusual, high-value, and oversized global transportation.
  • Explore the challenges and regulations involved in transporting oversized, heavy, and hazardous materials.
  • Understand the importance of precise project management and sequencing when moving entire assembly lines and manufacturing equipment.
  • Gain insights into the evolving regulations and safety concerns surrounding the transportation of lithium batteries.
  • Recognize the significance of having a logistics partner with global expertise and flexible shipping options.
  • Appreciate the complexities of moving freight internationally, including regulations, customs clearance, and multiple parties involved.

Timestamps

(00:00:02) ICAT Moves the World's Largest Cargo

(00:01:52) Navigating the Challenges of Global Logistics

(00:03:14) Chris Cser's Journey into Logistics

(00:04:44) Defining Project Cargo: High Value, High Consequences

(00:07:05) Moving Manufacturing Equipment Across the Globe

(00:08:51) Moving Big, Bold, and Hazardous Freight

(00:13:14) Lithium Batteries: A Hot Topic in Freight

(00:19:18) International Customs can be Challenging

(00:19:48) Navigating Global Logistics Challenges with Flexibility

(00:26:06) Navigating the Complexities of Global Logistics

(00:29:32) Ensuring Compliance in Global Supply Chains

(00:32:18) Navigating the Complexities of Project Cargo

(00:37:56) National Guard Logistics with Chris Cser

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