SHIPPING
Shipping Information
Sea Freight (for container loads only)
Please read below for the container descriptions and types of freight.
LCL
Loose Cargo (Sea Freight charged per cubic meter) LCL less than a container load.
The cargo is held by the shipping company until space in a container is available that is going to the same direction. The cargo is then "consolidated" with other general freight in that container and shipped. There are disadvantages in an LCL shipment, for example the cubic freight rate is more than shipping a whole container and the cargo can take twice as long to reach its final destination (while waiting for space ) and finally the goods get handled many more times. Even a half full 20ft container is sometimes more cost effective than an LCL shipment.
FCL 20ft
Full Container Load 20ft Shipping Container ( 30 Cubic meters ) Gross Lading 22 Tons.
For an full container order, we take delivery of the container and personally supervise the packing, We have total control of how the goods are placed in the box maximizing the available space, and ensuring everything is intact for a trouble free journey. The cost of filling a 20 foot container with a variety of produce, furniture, stoneware, handicrafts etc. is generally between $8,000 - $15,000US.
For bulk shipments the price of course is considerably less. For example a 20ft container of bagged landscaping rocks will contain 1100 bags and will cost approximately $4,000US to fill ( 22 tons )
FCL 40ft
Full Container Load 40ft Shipping Container ( 60 Cubic meters ) Gross Lading 26 Tons.
Useful for large shipments that will otherwise exceed the volume of a 20 foot container, for example its more cost effective to ship bulky Bamboo Furniture via a 40 footer.
FCL 40ft HC (High Cubic)
Full Container Load 40 ft Shipping Container ( 72 Cubic meters ) Gross Lading 26 Tons.
12 inches higher than the regular 40' container. Useful for large shipments that will otherwise exceed the volume of a 40 foot container or bulk supplies where gross tonnage and maximum space is required.
Air Freight
To any destination Air Cargo is least expensive compared to Air Courier. Unless you need an item with great urgency we don't recommend either method. Air Cargo / Courier is charged by the kilo or by the volume, whichever is greatest (in the airlines / courier company's favor ) When required, we send via the least expensive airline to your destination Airport to Airport. Transit time for most destinations via Air Cargo is 5 -7 Days. For Air Courier Door to Door. Transit time is 3-5 days.
DOCUMENTATION:
Our handling of all your cargo arrangements includes taking care of all the relevant official import documentation required by your government and when required special documentation required by the destination country. (Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading etc.)
INSURANCE:
We suggest you talk with your personal insurance broker and request short-term coverage on your existing policies for the value and duration of your shipment. If you need us to cover the insurance for you, it’s also ok. The insurance rate is about 3%-5%of the total value.
MILESTONE’S GOLDEN SERVICE: EPS
The core of Milestone’s Golden Service is EPS: EFFICIENCY, PROFESSIONAL, SAFETY.
EFFICIENCY---Any of your inquiries and questions will get our fastest response. All the orders can be delivered as you expect or faster than your expectation.
PROFESSIONAL---Besides the professional knowledge of raw material and production, our professional knowledge of international business and shipping can make your business easier.
SAFETY---Strict quality control and perfect package will make your products safe. Besides, to make you feel safe when you do business with us is the main idea.
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