Due to its complexity and professionalism, the transportation of large and expensive goods requires strict operating procedures and efficient coordination and cooperation. The following is the general process of large and expensive goods transportation, including door-to-door measurement, transportation plan, booking and preliminary preparation, loading, customs declaration, release and subsequent delivery services.
1. Door-to-door measurement of cargo size
The first step of large and expensive goods transportation is to measure the cargo size on site. Professional measurement personnel will arrive at the location of the goods and accurately measure the length, width, height and weight of the goods. This step is very critical, because large and expensive goods transportation often involves overlong, overwide, overhigh or overweight goods, and the accuracy of the measurement directly affects the subsequent transportation plan formulation.
2. Transportation plan
Based on the measurement results, the transportation company will formulate a detailed transportation plan. The plan will include the selection of appropriate cabinet types (such as open top cabinets, flat cabinets, etc.) and loading methods. In order to ensure the safety and efficiency of loading, transportation companies usually use 3D loading modeling technology to simulate the loading process, optimize the cargo placement and fixing plan, maximize the use of space and ensure the safety of the goods.
3. Booking and preliminary preparation
After determining the transportation plan, the next step is to book and make preliminary preparations. Booking refers to booking the location of a ship cabin or other means of transportation to ensure that the goods can be shipped on time. At the same time, the transportation company will also plan the trailer route and choose the safest and most efficient transportation route. The preparations before loading include taking photos of the goods and preparing auxiliary materials (such as lashing straps, pads, etc.) to ensure that the loading process goes smoothly.
4. Loading
Loading is the most critical part of ultra-large and expensive transportation. According to the specific conditions of the goods, the transportation company will choose a suitable special trailer, such as an ultra-low flatbed trailer. During the loading process, professional operators will tie and fix the goods, and if necessary, use wooden box packaging or vacuum packaging to provide additional protection. These measures can not only effectively prevent the goods from moving or being damaged during transportation, but also improve the safety of transportation.
5. Customs declaration and release
After loading, the goods need to be declared. Customs declaration refers to declaring relevant information about the goods to the customs, including the type, quantity, weight, value, etc. of the goods, to obtain customs release permission. This step requires detailed preparation of relevant documents and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of information to avoid problems during customs declaration. After obtaining the release permit, the goods can be shipped.
6. DAP, DDP post-delivery service
After the goods arrive at the destination, the transportation company usually provides DAP (Delivered At Place) or DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) post-delivery service. DAP means delivering the goods to the designated location, but does not include unloading and tariffs; while DDP means delivering the goods to the designated location and is responsible for all unloading, tariffs and related fees. Post-delivery service includes picking up the goods from the port or airport and then delivering the goods to the final destination by road or rail. The transportation company will provide one-stop full-service according to customer needs to ensure that the goods arrive safely and on time.
Post time: May-27-2024