Plan your transport
Describe the material and condition of the packaging, how the goods are secured inside and whether it is designed for repeated opening. Typical questions: is the manufacturer’s packaging complete, including inserts and transport locks? Does a reused crate show cracks, loose screws or compressed padding? Are this-way-up, tilt sensitivity and do-not-stack marked on the outside? Photos inside and out help a great deal. If improvements are needed, clarify early who does them; additional packaging services can be requested for the specific project.
When new packaging makes sense
New or reworked packaging is worthwhile if the goods are no longer firmly secured, inserts are missing, the crate is damaged or the item will travel regularly in future. For recurring transports, a sturdy reusable crate usually pays for itself quickly. Who makes the packaging and when it will be ready should be settled before dates are planned.
Packaging and direct runs
On a direct run without transhipment, the shipment is moved less often than in groupage. This does not replace suitable packaging, but it can change the requirements it has to meet. We discuss with you which combination of packaging and transport option makes sense for your item.
What matters
- Describe material, condition and how goods are secured
- Attach photos of the packaging open and closed
- Check markings for upright, tilting and stacking