[Hidden-tech] Freight expertise?

Claire Spencer cspencer at som.umass.edu
Sat Feb 25 17:17:17 EST 2012


Christian,

I have experience shipping from Costa Rica to Canada - all
logstics/customs/paperwork etc as I had to DIY it two years ago - I'd be
happy to tell you what I learned NOT to do!

Most of what I tell you will just reinforce the need for a good customs
agent!

On Feb 24, 2012 1:40 PM, "Christian Lagier" &
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> This may be a long shot, but is there anybody on this list with
> expertise in international freight? In immediate case, a small
> business is shipping a couple of pallets with coffee in bags and tins
> to the UK. For example:
> * How does a small business best pack a couple of pallets of fragile
> items when sent by air or ship
> * What are most cost effective, easy to deal with providers for
> freight by air or ship - UPS?
> * How do we make sure we get the right insurance options?
> * How do we get estimate of customs charges and minimize hassle at
> port of entry?
> Christian
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