How energy storage components reach Lithuania: challenges and solutions

2025 September, 12

The energy storage development in Lithuania is gaining momentum, but we rarely think about the logistical challenges behind these projects. How to ensure that all the necessary components – batteries, inverters and transformers, manufactured in different corners of the world, reach Lithuania on time and safely? Mindaugas Danyla, our Business Development Manager, shares his insights.

Main challenges

According to Mindaugas, the main logistics challenge is the coordinated delivery of various energy storage components to Lithuania. “Batteries are usually manufactured in China, inverters in Italy, and transformers in Turkey. All these components must reach Lithuania on time so that project developers can meet the planned deadlines,” he emphasizes.

In addition, batteries are classified as dangerous goods, therefore their transportation requires special permits and special attention. “In recent years, several cases of fires have been recorded on ships transporting this type of cargo from China. This reminds us that, safety must be the number one priority,” shares M. Danyla.

Restrictions

“A big problem is the weight of the batteries. A standard container usually does not exceed 30-32 tons, while energy storage batteries can weigh up to 45 tons. Therefore, it is necessary to use specialized platforms and carefully plan transportation routes, as they are not suitable for linear container transportation,” explains M. Danyla.

“Most oversized cargo carriers do not have ADR licenses, which are necessary for dangerous goods, which can really complicate logistics planning for inexperienced companies. Over the past 17 years, we have accumulated extensive experience and have an extensive list of companies with which we can cooperate in this matter. We are also members of the PANGEA logistics network and work with reliable partners in more than 95 countries around the world.” – explains M. Danyla

Logistics solutions – combined delivery to Lithuania

“We import batteries from China by sea as partial loads, we transport inverters from Italy by rail to Germany and then they are transferred to ferry lines, and transformers from Turkey arrive by ship or road transport. All cargo reaches us at the final stage, and we continue to deliver them to various facilities throughout Lithuania – Kelmė, Mažeikiai, Anykščiai, Kruonis, Panevėžys, etc.”, – says Mindaugas Danyla.

In order to avoid delays, cargo often arrives earlier than the scheduled start of the project. Therefore, it is extremely important to have a reliable warehousing infrastructure and ensure that all components are loaded, assembled and prepared for installation in a timely manner according to the project schedule.

Summary

As Mindaugas Danyla emphasizes, “properly planned logistics is one of the key factors in successful energy storage projects in Lithuania. Only by ensuring safe, timely and coordinated delivery, we help project developers meet their commitments and achieve the desired results.”

Want to learn more about the logistics of energy storage components? Contact our team – we will help you find solutions for your project!