What are the best strategies for minimizing damage during international transportation?

As a transportation professional your customer expects you to understand what your company does and doesn't do well. They also expect you to fully investigate to understand their requirements, completely. Never onboard a new customer without inspecting the customer's packaging, processes and documentation to make sure it is a fit, and if not work with the customer to ensure both parties will be successful. Finally, be honest with your customer if their needs are not within your capabilities. Differentiate yourself, be professional, otherwise you're just about "price" like everyone else

Choose packaging materials that are sturdy, shock-absorbent, and appropriate for the specific items being transported. Use cushioning materials such as bubble wrap, foam, or packing peanuts to protect fragile items. Ensure that the packaging is designed to withstand the rigors of international shipping, including changes in temperature and humidity

Planejamento de carregamento, contendo tipo do equipamento e quais são as melhores embalagens: Embalagem é tudo! se na origem for muito bem embalado e com materiais adequados. Outra questão é como será carregado, embalado e transportado. Se a equipe que embalar, movimentar, içar não tiver cuidado, assim como durante o transporte, descarga vai chegar avariado.

Engage companies that are experienced in transporting your goods and check their insurance coverage for goods damages before you order transport. If necessary, order additional insurance.

for my opinion, the best strategic to avoid damage during the transportation is: 1o. pack the material with sturdy packaging in accordance with international trade standards 2o. hire a reliable freight forwarder 3. close an insurance or keep an international insurance policy active 4. Close freight according to the specifications of each cargo for safer transportation. For example, medical supplies, food, live plants must be transported in temperature-regulated containers, refrigerated containers or trucks. 5. training, updating and orientation for the transportation team

Appropriate packing is the basic thing to ensure items can be transported from one point to the other in the same state. The second most important step is to ensure proper labelling is done. This informs anyone who come into contact of the package how to handle it to ensure the safety of the package.

Good packaging is crucial. Protects items from damage, ensures safe handling, minimizes the risk of loss or theft, enhances product presentation, complies with regulations, and contributes to customer satisfaction and brand reputation

Certainly! To minimize damage during international transportation, maintaining perspective involves packing items securely with durable materials and providing clear labels with handling instructions. This helps ensure that goods withstand potential shocks and vibrations during transit, reducing the risk of damage.

Pay close attention to the packaging. If inventory is damaged, the first line of defense when getting inventory to a manufacturer is the packaging.

Packaging speaks volume of the quality of the goods. It is a means of showcasing the details of the product, because it will definitely be be written on the label. It also protect the product from necessary delays during customs inspections. It calls for product acceptance in the labour market.

International logistics is affected by various customs and regulations for each country or organization that is involved in its process. My subjective experience is that it's a best practice to be familiar with not only your cargo requirements, but the administrative and operational requirements as well. Having dead cargo sit in port or fail inspection is a terrible experience.

To keep perspective during international transportation, it's essential to insure your goods. This mitigates financial risks in case of damage or loss, providing added security and peace of mind throughout the shipping process.

Depending on the mode selected will determine the insurance required. Ocean, Intermodal shipper will need to look at self inuring at least a portion. OTR the carrier insurance can be matched easily to the declared value.

Pack and label properly with insurance The third step is to insure your goods against any possible damage or loss during international transportation. You should not rely on the carrier's liability, which is often limited and subject to exclusions and conditions. You should obtain a comprehensive insurance policy that covers the full value of your goods and the potential costs of claims or disputes. You should also check the terms and conditions of the policy, such as the coverage, exclusions, deductibles, and claims procedures. You should also keep all the relevant documents and evidence, such as invoices, bills of lading, certificates, photos, or reports, in case you need to file a claim or prove your case.

Insurance is a good idea. But add the cost of the shipment in with the cost of goods to make sure you are fully covered. If it arrives damaged, you will still get the freight bill, so cover yourself.

Keeping perspective during international transportation involves tracking and monitoring your goods. Utilize technology such as tracking systems and sensors to stay informed about the shipment's location and condition in real-time, enabling proactive management and reducing the risk of potential issues.

Is important to choose and trust the carrier. A good platform where we can track and see where the goods are, or IoT sensors that can monitor temperature, humidity, and shock, ensuring that goods are transported under optimal conditions. If combined with GPS tracking we will have an optimal and comprehensive monitoring throughout the entire journey.

Para minimizar daños se requiere enfocarse en trazabilidad y controles pre y post embarque. La trazabilidad asegura seguimiento detallado y asignación precisa de responsabilidades en la cadena de suministro. Es crucial realizar inspecciones rigurosas antes y después del embarque para identificar y prevenir posibles daños, garantizando la adecuación de las condiciones de transporte para cada tipo de mercancía. La selección de socios logísticos comprometidos con estándares de calidad y seguridad, junto con la capacitación del personal en prácticas de manejo óptimas, son clave. Estas estrategias combinadas—trazabilidad efectiva y controles exhaustivos—son esenciales para proteger las mercancías durante su tránsito internacional.

Your Freight Forwarder, Broker with systems today should be able to provide complete visibility to your freight. If not shipper should be looking for a new supplier

Real time and independent End2end visible on a PO/SKU level from factory floor at origin to end user at destination (including the fulfillment piece)

Making sure that all parties involved with the shipment are on the same page and have the same expectations, prior to shipping. Changing the paperwork, routing or final destination after the shipment is in transit can be problematic and costly.

This is basic. Keep all the parts envolved and necessary in the supply chain updated all the way. There is nothing that can replace good and relevant information during all the process.

New customer you may review monthly MOR and address exceptions. Once supply chain is established and moving fluidly, Quarterly QBR reviews may be all that is required. The goal in both cases is continuous improvement through collaboration

Like any other dynamic process, transportation requires regular reviews and fixes or improvements where needed. It is not sufficient to only ship it and expect it to arrive in perfect condition. Regular reviews can help catch issues timely while something can still be done.

Agreed, proper blocking and bracing is essential to securing your cargo. If you have a 3rd party vendor doing this for you, then it would be a good idea to contact a surveyor to inspect your lashing inside the container to ensure that it is done correctly.

If you are using an external company for any transport then you need to choose a reliable carriers. Select reputable and experienced transportation carriers who prioritise careful handling and have a track record of delivering goods undamaged. Research carriers’ performance records, insurance coverage, and customer reviews to make informed decisions.

The best way to minimize damages especially in container transportation is to secure with cargo with proper lashing, choking, usage of air bags to fill the void spaces (in case of any gaps between pallets). With my personal experience lashing and properly securing the cargo helped in delivering the cargo in as in condition before sealing the container in load port

We had situation with loads tipping over due to weight not properly balanced. If on a skid, or if there is an opportunity to evenly balance weight, that can greatly help stabilize and secure shipment.

É essencial investir em treinamento e educação para todos os envolvidos no processo de transporte internacional. Funcionários bem treinados entenderão as melhores práticas de manuseio e armazenamento, ajudando a prevenir danos à carga durante todas as etapas do transporte.