With economic conditions still fairly bleak, it is perhaps unsurprising that more and more people are leaving the UK to seek pastures new. Young workers are now joining the legions of retired expats abroad, and with that come an increase in demand for shipping their worldly possessions to all ends of the planet.
A move of such magnitude is often an intimidating procedure, as without careful preparation there can be hidden costs and stresses in starting your new life. Delivery Quote Compare hopes to remove the headaches that may come with such a task and provide sound advice and a service to help you sort your big move.
Freight forwarding is perhaps the most popular and effective method of transporting goods internationally on behalf of importers and exporters. They use their expertise to identify the most efficient route, the method of transport (be it air or sea freight), and the specific carrier which best suits the needs of you and your shipment. They also handle the confusing and time consuming documentation procedure which can be an absolute nightmare for the average Joe Public!
Freight forwarders provide a very useful service in simplifying a very complicated one, but it is important to take certain considerations into mind before choosing who to trust your entire belongings to. Check the level of insurance they offer, particularly if you are transporting goods of significant value. If an operator does not offer sufficient cover, most will offer additional policies specific to your shipment.
Also, it is worth checking out to see if the prospective freight forwarder is a member of the British International Freight Association (BIFA). Whilst not essential, the membership shows the forwarder operates within specific guidelines laid out by BIFA and you can be sure that good industry practice is followed.