International cargo transportation has an incredible impact on the economy of any country. Import (i.e. import of foreign goods) allows you to obtain advanced equipment, set up new production lines, acquire innovative technologies, etc. Export (i.e., the sale of domestically produced goods) provides the country with an influx of foreign exchange earnings, allows for an increase in production, and the creation of new jobs, thereby increasing the standard of living of citizens. The Russian Federation is no exception, and despite the political situation (sanctions, restrictions on technology, etc.), it remains an active participant in world trade. For the Russian Federation, international transportation plays a huge role, since our country depends on the import of food, equipment, and various materials. Not only states, but also businesses of various forms of ownership take an active part in the international transportation of goods. Every day, thousands of cargoes from all over the world, ordered by both large companies and individual entrepreneurs, are imported/exported to/from Russia.
Types of transport for international cargo transportation
International transport transportation is carried out by four main modes of transport. The choice of a particular delivery vehicle is determined primarily by geography; the decision-making process also takes into account urgency, economic feasibility and other factors. Each type of transport has both its advantages and disadvantages.
Road freight transportation
International delivery of goods is unthinkable without road transport. The automobile is the workhorse of the global economy, transporting millions of tons of cargo every day across the planet. Road transport has a number of advantages that have made it so popular:
- high speed of transportation. Only air transport is capable of delivering cargo faster, but its cost is many times higher;
- mobility. Incredible freedom of maneuver allows you to quickly change the route in case of unforeseen situations;
- versatility. Modern cars are adapted for transporting cargo of any category: dangerous, oversized, perishable, thermal, etc.;
- door-to-door delivery. In most cases, only cars are capable of delivering cargo from the loading point to the unloading point without the involvement of third-party transport.
Disadvantages include the dependence of delivery speed on the quality of the road surface, limited carrying capacity and the inability to carry out long-term, transcontinental transportation.
Rail freight transportation
International transportation of large consignments of cargo deep into the continents is carried out, as a rule, by rail. It was the appearance of the first railways in the middle of the 19th century that made the industrial revolution possible; trains have not lost their relevance today. All thanks to the following advantages:
- stable schedule and schedule. The railway is an example of punctuality, accurate calculation and coordinated actions of thousands of people;
- all-weather. Railway transport is slightly affected by weather conditions and operates all year round;
- high throughput. Railroads can carry tens or hundreds of thousands of tons of cargo per day;
- versatility. The rolling stock is capable of transporting any cargo within its dimensions.
Disadvantages: dependence on infrastructure, inability to deliver cargo to the end consumer, transportation costs are higher than by car.
Sea freight
International freight transport cannot be imagined without sea transport. If a car is a workhorse, then a container ship is a work ox, hauling slowly but incredibly hard. Advantages:
- load capacity. A modern container ship can transport hundreds of thousands of tons of cargo at a time. Smaller vessels carry thousands of tons;
- cost of delivery. This is the most affordable method of cargo transportation, because the larger the shipment, the lower the cost of delivering a unit of cargo;
- safety. Modern containers reliably protect cargo from external influences;
- simplified document flow. Customs control, as a rule, is carried out only at 2 points: ports of departure and arrival.
Disadvantages: low speed, dependence on port infrastructure and the need to attract other types of transport for delivery to the end consumer.
Air cargo transportation
Although air transport cannot boast of large volumes, it firmly occupies the position of a sort of “lifesaver.” Emergency delivery of goods, urgent international delivery of documents, transportation of valuable goods - these are the main functionality of aircraft.
Advantages:
- high speed. There is no faster way in the world to get cargo from point A to point B;
- safety. According to statistics, accidents with aircraft occur much less frequently than with other types of transport;
- wide geography. Certain points of the world can be reached either only by aircraft, or its use is more expedient than the use of other transport;
- simplified document flow. Like sea vessels, aircraft are checked only at loading and unloading points.
Disadvantages: high cost (the most expensive delivery method), critical dependence on infrastructure, the need to attract third-party transport, limited carrying capacity. You can find out in what situations it is economically feasible to use air transport, and when it is more profitable to choose another type of delivery, from the manager of the Major company.
Multimodal cargo transportation
Multimodal cargo transportation assumes that delivery is carried out under one contract, but using two or more modes of transport. Advantages of this method:
- reducing transport costs and saving time. The customer works with one company, which allows solving transport problems faster and more efficiently;
- optimization of delivery times. Combining different types of transport significantly reduces delivery time;
- safety. All responsibility for the cargo lies with one company, which is maximally interested in safe cargo transportation;
- delivery from anywhere in the world. The use of different vehicles makes it possible to deliver goods from the most remote or inaccessible regions.
The disadvantages include a high professional barrier to entry - only experienced transport companies, such as Major, have the necessary material and technical base and trained specialists.
Documents required for international cargo transportation
International transportation of goods and the documents required for it is a complex and extensive topic on which you can write dissertations, term papers and entire books. It is impossible to analyze it thoroughly within the framework of one article, so we will only talk about general aspects.
The package of papers for road freight transportation includes documents of three categories:
- driver’s personal documents (passport, medical insurance policy, driver’s license, etc.);
- documents for the vehicle (vehicle registration certificate, insurance policy, waybill, etc.);
- documents for the cargo (Certificate No., invoice, cargo customs declaration, various certificates, etc.).
International transport of goods by rail is impossible without the following documents: contract for the delivery of goods, shipping documents (for example, a bill of lading), payment orders, transaction passport, railway consignment note, wagon list, road manifest and its counterfoil, cargo acceptance receipt etc.
In international traffic and trade using maritime transport, the following documents are accepted: bill of lading, navigator's receipt, time sheet, container manifest, addendum, commercial act, charter, cargo manifest, letter of guarantee and others.
For air transport carrying out international transportation from Moscow to other countries, it is necessary to prepare the following documents: a protocol for agreeing on the cost of services, a payment document for prepayment, an insurance contract, a consignment note or instructions, various certificates.
Just a simple listing of the main documents is impressive, so it is important that experienced specialists handle the paperwork. The transport and logistics company Major undertakes all work related to the preparation of the entire set of documents. Mind your own business, and leave the paperwork to us!
What equipment can I get a certificate for?
The following equipment is certified:
- radio equipment;
- mechanical installations;
- mechanisms;
- boilers, pressure vessels and heat exchangers;
- electrical equipment;
- lifting devices;
- refrigeration units.
In addition, certificates are obtained for rescue and signaling equipment, fire protection, communications, hull structures, materials, furniture and much more.
International transportation directions
We offer international cargo transportation services to more than 180 countries. Major delivers large and small cargo from Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, North and South America.
Major has extensive experience in international transportation of goods and paperwork from countries such as:
- USA;
- Germany;
- China;
- Great Britain;
- European Union;
- Norway;
- India;
- Canada;
- Mexico;
- Australia.
At your service is a team of experienced specialists who well understand what cargo is and how to make cargo delivery fast and affordable.
Terms and costs of international transportation of goods and cargo
Tariffs for international cargo transportation are formed under the influence of a number of factors. Moreover, these factors are different for each type of transport. Thus, prices for international road freight transportation are formed based on:
- route length;
- difficulties in preparing accompanying documents;
- driver's wages;
- delivery times;
- quality of roads;
- the cost of fuel in the countries crossed;
- additional costs (ferries, toll roads, etc.).
You can find out the cost of international transportation of goods by any transport using a convenient online calculator posted on our website. For the transport and logistics company Major, transparent and understandable prices for services for the client are one of the key parameters of work. We do everything possible to provide not only high-quality, but also affordable services in the field of international transportation. You can find out how much it will cost to deliver equipment from China or a shipment from Italy using the feedback form or online chat.
Stages of certification
Collection of necessary documents
Any certification begins with collecting documents. In this case you will need:
- technical documentation;
- information about the enterprise/manufacturer;
- information about the product or service;
- confirmation of familiarization and agreement with the General Conditions for the Provision of Services by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping.
Equipment testing
In order for the protocol to be valid, all tests must be carried out in an accredited laboratory or in the presence of an RS inspector (in this case, tests can also take place in another laboratory or directly at production).
Products are tested using:
- electrical measurements and tests;
- mechanical measurements and tests;
- climate tests;
- equipment security tests;
- thermal measurements and tests;
- fire tests.
Documents receiving
After testing the products in the laboratory, a test report is drawn up, which is attached to the rest of the package of documents to obtain the necessary certificate.
Offer of international transportation services to the logistics company Major
Major offers the widest range of services in the field of international cargo transportation. We are the leading 4PL operator in Russia, which takes care of all issues related to delivery: from paperwork to container freight. We offer:
- delivery of cargo of any category;
- foreign cargo transportation to 189 countries;
- delivery by any type of transport;
- organization of transportation of general and groupage cargo;
- multimodal delivery.
Transport and logistics company Major - world-class transport services and international transportation!
Additional services Major
Large international carriers such as Major are constantly striving to improve the quality of services provided and their list. Today our company offers the widest range of services in the field of organizing international cargo transportation:
- cargo pickup anywhere in the world;
- packaging and labeling;
- cargo insurance;
- consolidation of groupage cargo;
- rigging work;
- selection and rental of loading and unloading equipment and specialists;
- customs clearance of import/export;
- outsourcing of foreign trade activities;
- warehouse services in Russia and abroad;
- armed security and escort of valuable cargo, etc.
Major - international cargo transportation from Moscow or any other city in Russia in the shortest possible time and at a reasonable price! Call or chat online - we are open to cooperation and new challenges!
Activities of the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping and objects of observation
The Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (hereinafter referred to as RMRS) helps ensure the safe operation of ships through the following activities:
- Classifications of ships, floating structures, MODUs, SMEs, underwater vehicles.
- Surveys of companies, ships, MODUs, SMEs, containers, ISM Code, MK OSPS, MLC.
- Certification of products and production.
- Examination of design documentation.
- Technical supervision.
At the same time, the objects of observation of RMRS are:
- ships and other floating structures;
- marine underwater pipeline transport;
- products, materials, works, services and processes falling within the competence of RS and listed in the RS Nomenclature;
- offshore fixed platforms;
- technical documentation for the construction, repair, re-equipment and modernization of ships and floating structures, for the manufacture of materials and products for ships and floating structures.
