International cargo transportation: types and features that every business owner should know

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  1. Why do entrepreneurs choose IMEX when it is necessary to prepare documents for international cargo transportation?
  2. Imex Solutions – professional consultations and comprehensive insurance for cargo transportation to Europe

International cargo transportation is an integral part of the foreign economic activity of any company. The choice of delivery method depends on many factors: the nature of the goods, the urgency of delivery, the budget and the features of customs clearance.

Among the main types of goods transportation, it is worth considering the following:

список International cargo transportation by road – the most flexible transportation option, provides door-to-door delivery, but is limited in weight and volume.
список Sea container cargo transportation – an economical option for delivering large-sized cargo over a long period of time.
список Air cargo transportation – a fast and high-cost method of transporting goods, has restrictions on the weight and size of the cargo.
список International rail cargo transportation – allows you to transport large volumes of cargo, but depends on the availability of railway routes.
список Multimodal delivery – a combination of several modes of transport.

Choosing the right method of transporting goods in the EU allows you to minimize costs and ensure uninterrupted business operations.

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Why do entrepreneurs choose IMEX when it is necessary to prepare documents for international cargo transportation?

In order for the delivery of goods for international trade to take place without delays, it is necessary to correctly draw up all documents for international cargo transportation, namely:

doneForeign economic contract;
doneInvoice;
doneCommodity and transport documents: bill of lading, air waybill, CMR waybill;
doneCustoms declarations - contains mandatory information about the goods;
doneCertificates and permits.

Failure to comply with customs requirements can cause cargo delays, fines and additional costs. We, IMEX SOLUTIONS - a customs broker firm in Kyiv, help prepare all the necessary documents and minimize risks for entrepreneurs.

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Imex Solutions – professional consultations and comprehensive insurance for cargo transportation to Europe

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It is important to note that international cargo transportation from Ukraine to Europe also has possible risks, for example:

список Damage or loss of cargo – improper packaging or careless loading.
список Delays in delivery – related to customs control, weather conditions or technical malfunctions of transport.
список Changes in legislation – some goods may be subject to additional licensing or prohibitions.
список Force majeure – strikes, natural disasters or political changes, etc.

To protect your business from potential losses, it is worth taking care of insurance for cargo transportation to Europe in advance:

список All-risk insurance – covers any possible losses, including theft, damage or destruction of cargo.
список Insurance against individual risks – covers certain cases, for example, fire or road accidents.
список Carrier liability insurance – guarantees compensation in case of loss or damage to goods due to the fault of the transport company.

Consultation of specialists

If you want to learn more about preparing for foreign economic activity, we recommend that you read the article “Rules for international cargo transportation: what can and cannot be transported across the border of Ukraine?”.

Cargo transportation to Europe from Imex is an effective solution for entrepreneurs engaged in foreign economic activity. Our specialists provide registration of all necessary documents, support during customs control, preparation of customs declarations, etc.

Consultation with a customs broker at imex-solutions.com.ua is the first step to successful international business.