Booking guide
3 min readWhat to consider when booking freight transport
Need to move goods but unsure what the carrier will ask for? Work through the details to prepare before booking. A clear description of the cargo, route and handling helps carriers quote accurately and reduces problems at collection or delivery.
Describe the cargo and agree on handling
Provide the number of pieces or pallets, loaded dimensions, individual and total weight, stackability and sensitivity. Also state whether the order is for a defined shipment or an entire vehicle with specific equipment.
Check access at collection and delivery
Describe loading bays, forklifts, hard surfaces, height or weight restrictions and the space available for manoeuvring. If the driver must load, unload or carry goods, include that work in the request.
Find out what the price includes
The price depends on the vehicle, total route, tolls, timing, handling, waiting and whether the capacity is reserved exclusively. Missing or inaccurate cargo data can change the price or make collection impossible.
Review the offer before confirming
Submit the assignment once and compare offers for the same route, cargo and handling. Look beyond the amount and verify the vehicle, timing, included work, charges and waiting conditions.
A quick checklist before sending your request
Check these five points before submitting. If a detail is still unknown, mark it as provisional and confirm it before accepting the transport.
- Exact addresses, date and collection and delivery time windows.
- Number of items or pallets, dimensions and weight including packaging.
- Packaging, stackability and any special cargo requirements.
- Available equipment and who will load and unload the goods.
- Access restrictions, on-site contacts and the required scope of service.
Would you like a specific price?
Create one request with your route, date and requirements. Receive carrier offers for the same assignment and compare price and service scope.
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