Frequently Asked Questions
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- What is a Freight Forwarder?
- What is Project Cargo?
- Can “PLM” handle my projects by both air & sea?
- What is an example of a project shipment?
What is a Freight Forwarder?
Freight Forwarding is a service used by companies that deal in international or multi-national import and export. While the Freight Forwarder doesn't actually move the freight itself, it acts as an intermediary between the client and various transportation services. Sending products from one international destination to another can involve a multitude of carriers, requirements and legalities. A Freight Forwarding service handles the considerable logistics of this task for the client, relieving what would otherwise be a formidable burden.
The Freight Forwarding service utilises established relationships with carriers of all kinds, from air lines and trucking companies, to rail freighters and shipping lines. Freight Forwarding services negotiate the best possible price to move the product along the most economical route and choosing the service that best balances speed, cost and reliability.
A Freight Forwarding service generally provides one or more estimates to the client along with advisement when necessary. Considerations that effect price will range from origin and destination to special requirements, such as refrigeration, or for example, transport of potentially hazardous materials. Assuming the client accepts the Forwarder's bid, the freight is readied for shipping. The Freight Forwarding service then undertakes the responsibility of arranging the transport from point of origin to destination.
One of the many advantages of using Freight Forwarders is that they handle ancillary services that are a part of the international shipping business. Insurance and customs documentation and clearance are some examples. As a consolidator, a Freight Forwarding service might also provide a Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) or LCL service, documentation, insurance and a host of other services. Warehousing, risk assessment and management, and methods of international payment are also commonly provided to the client by the Freight Forwarding service.
A good Freight Forwarding service can save the client untold time and potential headaches while providing reliable transportation of products at competitive rates. A Freight Forwarding service is an asset to almost any company dealing in international transportation of goods, and is especially helpful when in-house resources are not versed in international shipping procedures.
That is why “PLM” is your "Specialist in all your Logistics Needs".
What is Project Cargo?
Project Cargo is a specialised field of Freight Forwarding, that requires immense expertise, experience, and knowledge.
Services that we provide include:
Professional equipment cleaning, Equipment disassembly to make configurable for cheaper shipping.
Non operational machines can be serviced by us, where a basic fault has occurred. i.e. flat batteries, tyres, hydraulics malfunctions.
Loading & lashing is handled by experienced professionals, who understand loading points & weight distribution.
You can be confident your precious plant or machinery will be fully secured during transport.
Full & Partial Charters ,Consolidation, Packing, Containerisation, Customs Clearance, Site Delivery.
Can “PLM” handle my projects by both air & sea?
Yes.
Project Cargo can also encompass ocean freight, air freight, road and rail from site to installation. This requires managing a huge array of different infrastructures and regulatory bodies.
This is what we excel in.
What is an example of a project shipment?
Cargo such as earthmoving and mining equipment, transport vehicles, cranes, oil exploration machinery, entire factory plant line, and any manner of cargo deemed to be over dimensional, heavy, or difficult to move.
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