How delivery is carried out
This method is also called ITL transportation. It involves transporting cargo from different owners in one compartment. At the same time, the total volume of one client's items cannot occupy more than a third of the container. These are the requirements of international legislation.
As a result, the client pays only for the space for their goods, they do not need to rent the entire vehicle. Depending on the distance over which the consolidated cargo needs to be delivered, the following types of transport can be used:
Dry cargo ship – small-sized cargo is loaded into sea containers at the port.
Freight train – this method is often chosen when ordering a batch of goods from China.
Truck – most often, space in a vehicle is rented to transport goods between cities. The delivery cost is relatively inexpensive because the customer occupies only part of the van.
Airplane – suitable if cargo transportation between countries is planned. This is the most expensive but also the fastest method.
When placing an order, the client tells the manager the characteristics of the cargo, including weight and the availability of accompanying documentation. The specialist clarifies by what date the cargo will be prepared and when it needs to be sent. Then a delivery scheme is developed and the cost of the service is calculated. A suitable type of transport for delivering this cargo is selected, taking into account the need to maintain a certain temperature in the compartment and the presence of fragile items.
Next, consolidation is performed. The company collects goods from different senders at the warehouse. Then the necessary documents for transportation are prepared, and if necessary, customs registration is carried out. When the goods are loaded into the container and the documents are completed, delivery to the destination is carried out.
Advantages of the service
By contacting a specialized company, you can choose the type of transport, specify the quantity and characteristics of the transported goods. The company providing the service will handle the paperwork and payment of transport costs. That is, the client only needs to order the service, the company will take care of everything else. Also, the advantages of consolidated cargo delivery include:
Affordable price.
Minimal transport costs.
Safety of property is guaranteed – markings are applied to the packaging, and sealing is mandatory.
Regular departures – you can count on prompt delivery.
With consolidated delivery, insurance is issued for the cargo, and the carrier also handles the preparation of documentation and customs clearance. Therefore, this option for transporting small batches of products is very popular.
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