Art deserves
exceptional care.
Specialist packing, crating, transport, installation and storage for the works that matter to you. From a single piece to an entire collection.
Private collectors · Galleries · Museums
Care at every stage.
Choose a specialist service or discuss a coordinated plan from collection to final placement.
Packing & crating
Packaging advice, tailor-made protection and handmade wooden crates. Discuss the right materials and crate arrangement for each work.
Discuss protection ↗Fine-art transport
National and international transport by road, air or sea, planned around the artwork, route and handling requirements.
Plan an art shipment ↗Specialist storage
Dedicated climate- and humidity-controlled art storage for individual pieces or collections in Luxembourg.
Explore art storage ↗The Gëlle Fra.
From Luxembourg to Shanghai.
For World Expo 2010, Luxembourg’s iconic Golden Lady travelled to Shanghai to stand at the entrance to the Luxembourg Pavilion. Created by sculptor Claus Cito, the 1.5-tonne statue became a symbol of the country on an international stage.
Tranelux participated in this exceptional transport project. After the statue arrived in Shanghai aboard a Cargolux flight on 8 April 2010, a Tranelux representative supervised its installation alongside the project architect. It was placed on its three-metre pedestal on 9 April, ahead of the Expo’s opening.
Discuss a specialist sculpture transport ↗- Work: Gëlle Fra — the Golden Lady
- Sculptor: Claus Cito
- Event: World Expo Shanghai 2010
- Destination: Luxembourg Pavilion, Shanghai
- Exhibition: 1 May–31 October 2010
From the pedestal
to international transport.
Archive photographs document the lowering, protection, crating and loading stages of this exceptional shipment for World Expo Shanghai 2010.
01 · Lowering from the pedestal
Before packing begins, the Gëlle Fra is lifted clear of its pedestal and carefully lowered by crane, supported by protective lifting slings.
02 · Protective packing
The statue rests on a timber support while the team positions protective wrapping and securing straps.
03 · A fitted transport crate
Inside the timber crate, the protected statue is supported and secured for handling.
04 · Road transport
The enclosed crate is loaded into a Tranelux vehicle for the next stage of the journey.
05 · Loading for air freight
The crated shipment is raised towards the open nose of a Cargolux cargo aircraft.
06 · Secured inside the aircraft
The transport crate is secured on its cargo pallet with a restraint net inside the aircraft.
Photographs supplied by Tranelux · Select a photo to view it at full size.
Care continues
at the destination.
Tranelux provides artwork installation in museums, galleries and other settings. Paintings, photographs and sculptures each bring different access and handling needs.
Share the work’s dimensions, weight and intended location. The team can discuss suitable equipment, site access and the scope of installation.
Discuss an installation ↗Air transport support
Airport collection and delivery, pallet construction supervision, courier assistance and transit storage can form part of an air transport project.
- Route and handling planning
- Artwork-specific packing options
- Airport and transit coordination
- Installation requirements agreed in advance
Dedicated fine-art storage.
Store a single work or a collection in Tranelux’s climate- and humidity-controlled art warehouse. Discuss the appropriate conditions, access and handling arrangements with the team.
Explore all storage services ↗Plan for the details
Tell us about materials, dimensions, special requirements and expected storage duration so we can assess a suitable arrangement.
Enquire about art storage ↗Your project, thoughtfully planned.
Describe the works
Share types, quantities, dimensions, weights and known handling requirements.
Define the project
Discuss origin, destination, dates, packing, transport, storage and installation.
Agree the scope
Confirm services, access, documentation, handling responsibilities and cover.
Coordinate each stage
Arrange collection, transit and destination services according to the agreed plan.
Before your artwork moves.
Which types of artwork can Tranelux handle?
Tranelux provides fine-art services for paintings, photographs, sculptures, individual works and collections. Share dimensions, weight, materials and any handling requirements so the team can assess the project.
Can you arrange specialist packing and crates?
Yes. Tranelux offers advice on appropriate packaging, tailor-made packing and handmade wooden crates, with standard crate and frame options to discuss with the team.
Do you transport artwork internationally?
Tranelux provides national and international fine-art transport by road, air and sea. The route, handling requirements and relevant documentation are planned for each project.
Is dedicated art storage available?
Yes. Tranelux provides a dedicated climate- and humidity-controlled art warehouse for individual works or collections. Discuss the required conditions, storage duration and access arrangements before booking.
Can you install artwork at its destination?
Tranelux offers installation services in museums, galleries and other locations. Share the artwork and site details so the team can assess access, equipment and installation requirements.
What should I include in a fine-art enquiry?
Provide the type and number of works, dimensions and weights where known, origin and destination, preferred dates and required services. Discuss handling instructions, documentation and cover directly with the team.
Tell us about
your artwork.
Share the works, route and services you need. Our team will discuss a plan for packing, transport, installation or storage.
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