Herocean Enterprise Kenya Limited has issued a public notice alerting motorists about an abnormal load scheduled for hauling from Mombasa to Malaba along major highways in Kenya.
According to a notice shared on Friday, February 27, the cargo measures 4.5 meters wide, 17.5 meters long, and 4.7 meters high. Drivers have been advised to exercise extra caution, especially when overtaking.
Scheduled Movement and Time
In the notice, Herocea confirmed that the movement of the abnormal load will run from February 26, 2026, to May 27, 2026.
The transportation is expected to take 90 days in total, starting from February 26. The abnormal load will move from Mombasa through Voi, Salama Southern Bypass, Maai Mahiu, Gilgil, Eldoret, Webuye, and finally Malaba.
Similar Load Movement From Mombasa
On February 6, Sifa Investments Limited issued a public notice informing motorists that an abnormal load was being transported from Mombasa along major highways in Kenya.
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The cargo, measuring 5 meters wide and 31 meters long, required special caution from motorists, particularly when overtaking. Sifa Investments confirmed that the movement of the abnormal load would take place between February 6, 2026, and April 30, 2026.
The movement of the heavy load was projected to take 84 days, following a selected route from Mombasa, passing through Mariakani, Mtito, Kibwezi, Mlolongo, Gilgil, Nakuru, Salgaa, Cheptiret, Eldoret, Webuye, and Malaba.
“All road users using this road are requested to exercise extra care and caution when in the vicinity of this convoy from 06.02.2026 to 30.04.2026,” wrote Sifa Investments.
What Kenyan Law Requires for Abnormal Loads
Under the Kenya Roads Act and the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) Regulations, companies can’t just haul abnormal loads, those extra-large, indivisible items like massive machinery that go beyond normal truck size or weight limits, without first obtaining a special permit from KeNHA.
To get the permit, transporters have to apply (often online through KeNHA’s portal), bring the vehicle and cargo to a weighbridge for official weighing before starting the trip, hand over a detailed travel plan and route.
The convoy follows strict safety rules, such as adding flashing warning lights, red markers or signs (such as “Danger – Wide Load”), and sometimes providing its own escort vehicles. In cases where police escorts are required by KeNHA, they are usually paid for by the owner or transporter.
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The goal is to keep roads safe, prevent damage to bridges and pavements, and reduce risks for other drivers. Driving without this permit is illegal and can lead to fines or other penalties, as these rules help protect Kenya’s highways from heavy, oversized traffic
About Herocean Enterprise Kenya Limited
Herocean Enterprise Kenya Limited is the local branch of the Chinese company Herocean Group, which operates in several East and Southern African countries.
Based mainly in Mombasa, near the port, with additional offices in Athi River near Nairobi, the company has been doing business in Kenya for more than 20 years.
They specialize in importing and distributing roofing sheets and other building materials, as well as handling international shipping and logistics.
In this situation, Herocean is behind the movement of this huge abnormal load from Mombasa inland, most likely heavy equipment or large construction items that arrived by ship, which is why they’re the ones issuing public notice to warn drivers about the slow-moving convoy on the highways.
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