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Freight forwarders and freight carriers provide
various freight quotes depending
on the mode of transportation. Shippers have to provide all information
concerning
the classification, weight, size, and dimensions of all merchandise as
well as
the needed transit time, place of departure and the delivery address
in order
to receive the most accurate quote.
Because most ocean freight travels between countries, ocean freight
quotes may be
slightly more complicated than trucking quotes. Shippers have to
provide all the
information, which is mentioned above, as well the description of the
merchandise,
pick-up location, and the number of pieces, the weight, and the
dimensions. Forwarders must also know the type of packing, which will be
required to transport the merchandise.
Shipping companies must also know the ports of departure and discharge, and
the desired
transit time as well as any other special requirements requested by the
consignee. Many
consignees require the shipment be transported by a particular steamship
line, or
on a vessel which sails under a particular flag.
Consignees may inform the shipper that the material being transported
cannot be
handled using a house bill of lading or they may request that it be shipped
through
a particular carrier. Forwarders must have knowledge of any special
requirements
before providing quotes. If the forwarder is not informed of special
requirements,
they may provide incorrect rates from the carrier. When forwarders do
find out
the required information, the shipper may discover the rate promised
cannot be supplied because of the special requirements. Different
carriers will have different rates for the same destinations. The forwarder who has negotiated a reduced rate and
cannot provide it due to the stipulations under which the cargo has to
ship, then
must use a different carrier. However, by working with companies who
offer good
customer service, these issues are not problems. One of the simplest and
quickest
ways to find quotes is to search on the internet for sites which offer
online freight
quotes.
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