Export Shipments Under Letter of Credit

Issuing documents for Letter of Credit shipments can be a trying task. K International can be your Banking Consultant for all your Letter of Credit Export Shipments.

This man is preparing Letter of Credit documents for a bank  presentation.

K International Transport would love to be your Banking Consultant, negotiating your documents for Export Letter of Credit shipments.

You can benefit from our decades of experience in preparing the necessary documents for Letter of Credit shipments.

Visit Logistics Consulting and Letter of Credit for more information, or call us at (212) 267-6400.

Understanding your Letter of Credit is no difficult task anymore!

Help for the preparation of documents for Letter of Credit shipments starts here!

Shipping an Audi A4 to Bremerhaven, Germany - We can do that!

Have you purchased an Audi A4 in the United States but want to ship it back home? K international Transport can help you ship an Audi A4 to Bremerhaven, Germany, or other locations in Europe. Want to ship a Lexus LS to the UK instead? We can help with that too!

International car shipping can be broken down into a series of discrete steps:

• Moving the car (that Audi A4!) from its point of origin in the United States to the port of export
• Booking your Audi A4 (or Lexus LS) on a steamship line (either by Roll On / Roll Off service or on a container vessel)
• Clearing the vehicle with U.S. export customs
• If shipping in a container, the vehicle must be loaded, blocked, and braced into the shipping container.
• Loading the Vehicle onto its assigned vessel at the port of export

At this point K International Transport would send you all pertinent documents (e.g. Bill of Lading, Original Title with Customs Approval stamp, and, if applicable, notarized bill of sale for the vehicle).

K International Transport as a Federal Maritime Commission licensed Freight Forwarder can be thought of as your shipment's organizer. Once we know where you want to ship your Audi A4, we will contact the necessary parties (car carrier, steamship line, etc.) and bring to you a rate quotation for shipping your Audi A4 to Germany, other locations in Europe, or any other serviceable port in the world! If accepted we will be available to guide you through the shipment of your vehicle from its origin up to port of discharge, and can give suggestions for agents in country of destination. 

Contact as by phone at (212) 267-6400 or by email at inquiries@kinternational.com and we will get right on replying to your international car shipping quote request. 

How to Ship Motor Graders Overseas

We've posted about our  superior international shipping services for cars, boats, excavators, motorcycles and even butcher shops; but of course it doesn't stop there!  Another piece of construction equipment very popular in overseas shipping is motor graders.  Whether you are buying Caterpillar motor graders at auction, on ebay or from a dealer, we can help you ship your motor grader overseas from the USA. 

We offer affordable international shipping services for motor graders. 
We recently shipped this Caterpillar 143H Motor Grader overseas.

K International offers international motor grader construction equipment shipping from the United States to several destinations around the world.  We offer competitive motor grader shipping rates to ports in Africa, Europe, South America and more.  We have shipped motor graders from the United States using affordable ro/ro and container shipping service.  Roll-on / Roll-off (ro/ro) shipping for motor graders is the easiest and cheapest way to ship a motor grader.  When shipping by ro/ro, construction equipment is driven onto specialized ro/ro ships and secured inside the vessel.  When the motor grader arrives at the port overseas it is simply driven off of the vessel.

We also provide container dismantling service for motor graders.  Shipping your motor grader to a destination that does not provide ro/ro service?  Ro/Ro shipping costs for your motor grader too high?  International container dismantling shipping for motor graders is a cost effective way to ship your motor grader overseas.  Furthermore, container shipping is available to more destinations than ro/ro shipping services.

Motor Graders can also be dismantled for shipping internationally in ocean containers.
We shipped this Caterpillar 120G Motor Grader in a container.

When dismantling and shipping motor graders overseas in a container, the cab and other easily removable parts are taken off in order for the unit to fit inside a container.
Container dismantling for international construction equipment shipping saves money!

When looking for international shipping companies for motor graders, turn to K International Transport.  We are one of the best overseas shipping companies in the USA providing international shipping services for motor graders from the United States. To receive international motor grader shipping costs contact us at 212-267-6400 or by email at inquiries@kinternational.com.  Located overseas and want to talk to one of our international shipping experts?  Contact us live on Skype at: kinternationalny

Even International Shipping Companies Know...Everything is Bigger in Texas! : International Shipping Services from Texas

Although we are based in New York city the global hub of international commerce, did you know we can ship out of any major port and state in the continental US?  In order to better understand the international shipping services we offer from all over the USA, we decided to focus on one state, one very big state; the state of Texas!  Home to one of the busiest ports in the USA, the port of Houston / Galveston , international shipping services from Texas are widely available and affordable.

Remember the Alamo! After the Texas Revolution, Texas officially became a state in 1836.
Today, international shipping from Texas to ports around the world is very important to the USA economy.

Before we start with the international shipping services available from Texas, let's play a little game of trivia:

Question #1: What was the top exporting state in 2011?

Answer: If you guessed Texas, you are correct!  In 2011 Texas was ranked the top exporting state in the USA for the 10th year in a row!  In 2011 Texas exported over $200 billion worth of goods.

Question #2: Which countries were the leading importers of Texas goods?

Answer:  If you guessed Mexico, that was pretty simple.  International shipping including flatbed trucking and dry van trucking from the United States, especially Texas, through the border into Mexico is widely available and normally more affordable and easier than container shipping.  The next leading importing countries of Texas exports are Canada, Brazil, China and the Netherlands.

Question #3: Name the top three products shipped from Texas internationally.

Answer: In 2011 the leading exports from Texas were petroleum and coal products, chemicals, computers, machinery and transportation equipment.

 
Now that you understand a little more about Texas exports, here is some more information on the international shipping services from Texas.  As a leading exporter of machinery, transportation equipment and construction equipment it should come as no surprise that international construction equipment shipping from Texas, specifically the port of Houston / Galveston, is widely available.  We offer some of the best international shipping rates from ports in Texas to Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, South America and more!  We can provide inland trucking services from all points in Texas to port for international shipping.  Our carriers are well equipped with step-deck, flatbed and other transport equipment needed to move your machinery from anywhere in Texas to port in Houston / Galveston.

International car shipping service from Texas is also available.  If you found the perfect car in Texas and need the best international shipping company to handle your shipment, look no further than K International Transport!  Because there is so much affordable overseas car shipping service, we can offer some of the best international car shipping rates from Texas.

Shipping other cargo from Texas overseas?  We also provide international container shipping services from Texas.  We can provide a 20' or 40' container at your door for loading anywhere in Texas.  We have loaded international shipping containers in Houston, Dallas / Fort Worth, Austin and San Antonio.  Need to consolidate cargo from several vendors in Texas and other locations in the south?  We have some of the best warehouses available in the Houston area and we can load full containers worth of cargo.   Need to ship very large units, machinery and other heavy equipment from Texas?  Need a company to pick-up, skid, deliver cargo to port and ship your cargo internationally from Texas?  We are the experts in international heavy equipment and cargo project shipping from Texas.

Whether you are looking to ship cowboy boots or construction equipment and machinery from Texas to various international countries, we can help!

Not just steak is bigger and better in Texas, so are international shipping services!  When looking for a reliable, experienced, affordable and the best overseas shipping company shipping from Texas, turn to K International Transport! Whether you want to ship a rodeo, cowgirl hats or trucking equipment and machinery from Texas to overseas countries, we can help!  Ship from Texas to ports in China, Brazil the Netherlands and more!  For more information on international shipping services from Texas or anywhere in the USA call us at 212-267-6400 or send us an email at: inquiries@kinternational.com.  For international shipping costs from Texas visit our international shipping rate request pages. You can also reach us on Skype: kinternationalny




 

K International Presents: House Hunters International: International Moving and Shipping to Central America

 Last week we presented House Hunter's International: Moving Abroad to Australia.  We always receive rate requests from customers all around the US looking to move abroad.  One hot spot region of the world teeming with USA expats is Central America.  USA expats gravitate towards Central America for its close proximity, beautiful weather, friendly locals and for great surfing!  Central American hotspots for surfing include Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Panama.  And at K International Transport we offer some of the best overseas car shipping and international shipping rates to ports in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Panama!  If you are a fan of House Hunter's International, and you are thinking about moving to Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Belize or Honduras then this blog is for you!  To help you better understand the popularity of the new surfer's mecca we present to you today another edition of "House Hunters International: Mario Moves to Central America."

Mario was an accomplished NYC trader living the fast-paced downtown lifestyle in FiDi (the Financial District).  Mario enjoyed his life in FiDi - working out at his local gym, working at his job, dining at Cipriani and spending time with his fiance Claire.

While Mario made a lot of money as a Wall Street trader, but he longed for a more solitude life

Although Mario enjoyed the FiDi lifestyle, he always wished he could live sun-soaked life of a surfer.  Mario had all the money in the world...now he just needed to relax.  So Mario made the decision to move to sunny Costa Rica and live the life he dreamed about.

Mario's fiance Claire was excited to move to beautiful Costa Rica but only on one condition...that she get to bring her collection of NYC faux fur coats.  Claire had three closet's worth of faux fur coats, Mario wasn't sure if they would be able to bring everything, so he called K International Transport for some advice.

Although the average temperature in Costa Rica is always in the 70's, Claire couldn't possibly depart without her beloved fur collection

Mario: "Hello K International!, my beautiful fiance Claire wants to ship her collection of faux fur coats along with our furniture, kitchen supplies, surf boards, 2009 Hummer H2 vehicle, Harley Davidson motorcycle, jet ski and appliances to Costa Rica from the United States.  Help!  How do I ship all my stuff to Costa Rica!?"

K International Transport: "Mario, no worries! We can ship your collection of faux furs, furniture, kitchen supplies and appliances all in one container!  We might even be able to fit your jet ski and motorcycle in the container."

Mario: "But what about my surfboards?  They are really expensive!  I need someone who will handle them with care."

Mario wanted to make sure K International would ship his surfboard to Costa Rica safely

 K International Transport: "Mario, again no worries!  We can wrap your surfboards in special packaging to keep them from getting damaged.  We provide the best international shipping services to Central America, including Costa Rica.  We will handle all of your cargo with extra special care!"



Mario told Claire how K International Transport could help with their move overseas to Costa Rica.  After packing their downtown apartment K International's professional warehouse loaded all of their belongings in their international shipping container.  Mario and Claire decided to visit Costa Rica and see if they could find a new house to fit all of their faux furs and gadgets.


The first house was a mansion in the hills of Costa Rica.  Claire loved the big closets that could accommodate all her fake furs K International was shipping to her. But Mario didn't like how far it was from the beach.  The lake in front of the house was beautiful, but it was no good for surfing.

This house had plenty of room for Claire's coats, but was too far from the beach and surfing

The second house was also another mansion.  This house was a bit closer to the beach, and had great views but Mario needed a bigger garage to hold his Hummer, jet ski and motorcycle.  K International's international ro/ro car shipping service to Costa Rica was fast, and he needed to find a place as soon as possible, and one that could accommodate all his toys.

The second house had great views of the beach, but no room to build a bigger garage for Mario's Hummer

The third house was a bungalow on the beach of Costa Rica.  Mario and Claire instantly fell in love with the house.  Although the closets were small, Claire had a whole bedroom she could convert into a temperature controlled closet for her furs.  The bungalow also came with 2 acres, plenty of room for Mario to build a garage for his car, jet ski and motorcycle.   And even better, it was right on the beach, Mario was only a step away from surfing.

The last house was way under Mario's budget, close to the beach, and plenty of room to build a huge garage.  Mario was ready to live the surfer's life and enjoy paradise.

A week after purchasing their first home in Costa Rica, Mario and Claire's container and car arrived in Costa Rica safely.  They were surprised how quick, easy and affordable K International's international shipping services to Costa Rica were!  Mario and Claire were happy to start their new carefree life on the shores of beautiful Costa Rica.



Making a move abroad?  Need help shipping your home, furniture, cars, surfboards, jet skis and other important items abroad?  Contact K International Transport for the best car shipping and international shipping rates to Costa Rica and all other Central American destinations.  Contact us at inquiries@kinternational.com for a international shipping quote.  If you have any questions about our international shipping service to Costa Rica, Guatemala, Panama and other Central American countries call us at 212-267-6400 or on Skype:kinternationalny

Why International Shipping Insurance is Necessary

Accidents are a part of life, but when an accident occurs are you prepared?  Parents know to always bring extra diapers and drivers on the road make sure they're protected with car insurance.  The same is true for international shipping, you should always try to be as prepared as possible when the inexplicable happens. While K International Transport always strives to provide the best international shipping services possible, there are certain things beyond our control.  But, just like those extra diapers, there are ways to make the accidents of life more tolerable.  We hate to scare you, but in international shipping several things can happen, a vessel could sink, a car carrier could get into an accident, a container could fall off a ship. For example, in October of 2011 the container ship MV Rena ran aground on the Astrolabe Reef in New Zealand.  The ship had over 1,300 containers aboard.  Although not common, we always recommend our customers purchase some form of international shipping and cargo insurance.

The MV Rena ran aground near the coast of New Zealand in late 2011.  Don't let international shipping accidents catch you off-guard.  Read on to learn more about the benefits of cargo insurance.

What does international shipping insurance cover?  It all depends on what type of insurance you decide to choose.  Here are the two types of insurance available for customers shipping their cargo overseas in container, ro/ro or by air:

• Total Loss (FPA- Free of Particular Average)
• All Risk

Total loss (FPA) insurance covers partial or total losses due to certain catastrophic perils, for example the sinking of a vessel such as what occurred to the MV Rena.

Don't get taken out to sea if your container is lost during international shipping.  We recommend our customers at the very least purchase "Total Loss (FPA)" cargo insurance. 

All risk insurance covers against the risk of physical loss or damage from any external cause.  All risk has all the same coverage as total loss but also includes coverage for damage.  


Always check with your international shipping company the terms and conditions of the international cargo insurance policy.  When shipping to certain destinations you should also ask if your cargo insurance policy covers against the risk of wars, strikes, riots or civil commotions.


When shipping internationally it is better to be safe than sorry.  As one of the top international shipping companies in the United States, K International always recommends that our customers at least consider Total Loss (FPA) Insurance.  In the game of life, anything is possible, and you should try to be prepared!  For more information on our international shipping insurance or to receive international shipping quotes contact us at: inquiries@kinternational.com.  We can also be reached by phone at 212-267-6400 or Skype: kinternationalny.  Don't forget to also ask us to quote for international shipping cargo insurance!