Ship a Toyota Tundra from the U.S. to Kuwait: What you should know

Moving a car from the U.S. to Kuwait can be difficult. K International is a Freight Forwarder, which is an international shipping company that will make shipping cars, containers, boats, or buses overseas easy. Just tell us what you are shipping, where it is, and where it needs to go give you an international car shipping quote for transporting your vehicle to a port in the country of destination (e.g. shipping a Toyota Tundra to Shuwaikh, Kuwait).


If you accept our international car shipping quote for shipping a Toyota Tundra to Kuwait or other destinations in the Middle East passes muster we will work with you for the duration of the shipment of your vehicle from its point of origin up to the destination port. If you have any questions about the shipping process, we are glad to address any questions you may have. 


As a Freight Forwarder licensed by the Federal Maritime Commission and an NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier), K International knows how to arrange a wide variety of international shipments, and can tailor your international car shipping rate to your needs.


K International Transport can ship a Toyota Tundra from the vendor's door in the United States to your preferred port. Both Roll On / Roll off and container service is available to Kuwait from the main U.S. East Coast Ports (New York, Baltimore, Savannah, Jacksonville, etc.)

2012 Toyota Tundra

Let an experienced international shipping company help you ship a car or truck to Kuwait. Visit our rate request page, call us (212) 267-6400, or email us at inquiries@kinternational.com! We are also available on Skype: kinternationalny .

Information on Shipping a Jeep Grand Cherokee to Mombasa, Kenya

Shipping a car from the U.S. to Mombasa, Kenya can be a daunting task, but K International will make shipping cars, containers, boats, buses, or most anything else as easy as possible for you. To begin, we will give you an international car shipping quote for transporting your vehicle to a port in the country of destination (e.g. shipping an Jeep Grand Cherokee to Mombasa, Kenya).

As a Freight Forwarder licensed by the Federal Maritime Commission and an NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier), K International knows how to arrange a wide variety of international shipments. 

If our international car shipping quote for shipping a Jeep Grand Cherokee to Mombasa, Kenya or other destinations in Africa passes muster we will work with you for the duration of the shipment of your vehicle from its point of origin up to the destination port. 


If you have any questions about the rate itself, we are glad to answer any questions you may have. Target rates can help us get better rates from steamship lines for better freight rates.


K International Transport can ship a Jeep Grand Cherokee from the vendor's door in the United States to your preferred port. Both Roll On / Roll off and container service is available to Mombasa from the main U.S. East Coast Ports (New York, Baltimore, Savannah, Jacksonville, etc.)


Let an experienced international shipping company help you ship a car or truck to Mombasa, Kenya. Visit our rate request page, call us (212) 267-6400, or email us at inquiries@kinternational.com! We are also available on Skype: kinternationalny .

The Options you have for shipping cars overseas by ocean

K International Transport is an experienced Freight Forwarder and NVOCC (Non Vessel Operating Common Carrier), so if you are looking for an international shipping company for cars that is able to guide you through shipping cars internationally then you have found it. There are two ways to ship your vehicle abroad by ocean transport:

1. Containerized Shipping
2. Roll On / Roll Off Shipping

In order to decide between these two methods of shipping vehicles overseas, you should take the following into consideration:

• How many cars am I shipping?
• If you are shipping multiple cars we may be able to fit 2 or more of them into a 40'HC shipping container, which may translate into savings on your international shipping price.
• Where do I want to send my cargo?
• Roll On / Roll Off vessels do not serve as many ports as container vessels, so if you have a specific port in mind, ask us for the service options there. The extra money it costs to ship by container may be dwarfed by the costs of getting your vehicle from the nearest Roll On / Roll Off port to your final destination. 
• How large is the vehicle I am shipping?
• Roll On / Roll Off cargo is priced by the total cubic meters of a shipment (or, in the case that tonnage exceeds cubic meters, by the amount of short tons). If your vehicle is nearly as large as a 20' shipping container (dimensions of shipping containers), it may actually be more economical to ship it inside a container. This mostly applies to trucks (lorries) and wheeled construction equipment.
• Do I need to send personal effects with my vehicle?
• If you ship a car overseas on a Roll On / Roll Off vessel, every steamship line requires that no personal effects are left in the vehicle, and will reject the car if personal effects are present. So if you are moving or for some other reason have extra things to ship with the vehicle, you will have to send them separately, or put them together in a container.

Both shipping methods are secure, but a container will be sealed by the warehouse and not opened (unless given an intensive inspection by customs) until claimed at the port of discharge.

Another consideration for container shipping is the cost to unload the vehicle and return the empty container at the port of discharge, which are generally not included in our quotations, because the charges would be in the local currency and would have to be paid directly to the terminal/port.

Whichever way you choose to ship your car, motorcycle, truck or bus abroad, K International is glad to advise you and arrange the shipment for you. Please visit our rate request page, email us (inquiries@kinternational.com) or give us a call at (212) 267-6400.

Shipping a car to Le Havre, France? Let K International Transport arrange it for you!

Exporting your vehicle from the United States to France can be a headache, but using a Federal Maritime Commission licensed international transport company for cars will make the process much easier. Shipping a car internationally begins with an international car shipping quote for transporting your vehicle to a port in the country of destination (e.g. shipping an Audi A4 to Le Havre, France) once you tell us what vehicle you want to export from the United States and where it will start its trip we can get to work on an overseas car shipping quote for you. 


K International Transport can transport the Audi A4 you've purchased online from the seller's door in the United States to the port of your choosing in Europe. Base ports are the ones most commonly serviced by Roll on / Roll off vessels and include: Antwerp, Belgium; Le Havre, France; Bremerhaven, Germany; and Southampton, United Kingdom.  


K International Transport is a licensed Freight Forwarder and NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier), and acts as the architect of your shipment. We also routinely handle United States export customs clearance for cars. K International Transport will bring to you a rate quotation for shipping your Audi A4 to Le Havre, France, other locations in Europe, or any other port around the world. If our international car shipping quote is to your liking we will guide you through the shipment of your vehicle from its location of origin up to port of discharge, and can even give recommendations for agents at the final destination. If you have concerns about our terms, conditions, or the rate itself, we appreciate feedback and are glad to answer any questions. If you have target rates in mind, providing these can help us negotiate with the carrier for better freight rates.


K International Transport will help you ship the car you want to Le Havre, France. Head over to our rate request page, call us (212) 267-6400, or email us at inquiries@kinternational.com! We are also available on Skype: kinternationalny .

How to prepare a car for international shipment on a Roll On / Roll Off Vessel

The international shipping process always goes more smoothly when our customers have all the information they need in order to prepare their vehicles and documents before deadlines come too close for comfort. Please take a look at the following list that gives a few pointers to keep in mind when you want to ship a car overseas:


- All vehicles should be delivered with no more than ¼ tank of gas.


- Please make sure the vehicle is clean, free of dirt, and does not have any leaks. The steamship line has the right to refuse cargo not up to its standards of safety.


- If you are shipping your vehicle abroad via roll-on / roll-off overseas car transport service, you must ensure that there are no personal effects left inside the vehicle.


- Having the right insurance coverage is for your benefit in the event of loss or damage to your vehicle while in transit. K International is happy to add either "Total Loss / F.P.A" or "All-Risk" Marine insurance to your quotation.


- Weigh your shipping options carefully. For example, if you plan to ship personal effects to the destination as well, it is likely more economical to ship them together with the vehicle inside a container than shipping them separately.


- Please prepare all required documents required clear your vehicle with United States Export Customs. Documents we will need include the vehicle's original title, notarized bill of sale, and, if your vehicle has a lien on it, a letter from the lien holder on their official stationery authorizing export.


Head on over to our international car shipping rate request page and start the international shipping process today! The K International representative that give you your quotation will be assigned to your shipment from start to finish, so you don't have to worry about getting passed from one department to another for the answer to a simple question.

What are the dimensions of a 45' Shipping Container?

If you are shipping cargo that has a length that exceeds the 40' length of a container, one of the options for international container shipping are 45' containers.

The 45' Container one the bottom is 5' longer than the 40' containers above it.

45' Containers have a much lower availability when compared to other container types, and not all terminals have them. Containerized transport is the world standard for international ocean freight. 

There are a few different types of containers. The important dimensions for 45' containers are as follows:

	45' High Cube
Inside Length	44' 6''	13.55 m
Inside Width	7' 6''	2.33 m
Inside Height	8' 10''	2.38 m
Door Width	7' 6''	2.33 m
Door Height	8' 4''	2.28 m
Capacity	3, 037 cubic feet	67.67 cubic meters
Tare Weight	10, 449 lbs	3, 701 kgs
Maximum Cargo	61, 200* lbs	26, 630* kgs

*Legal weight and weight maximum for steamship line may be lower than this number

There are a few other types of containers (e.g. refrigerated, Flat Rack, Open Top), but the above covers the dimensions of 45' containers.

The size and weight of your cargo is important in the quotation process, and will change the best container to use. Be wary when a freight forwarder does not ask about weight and dimensions before giving you what appears to be a great quote. Once they have control of your cargo, they will continue adding fees as the shipment continues, since they did not advise you correctly from the start. K International Transport gives you an accurate quote so you can budget accurately.

Contact us today to receive international shipping rates, we can be reached by phone at 212-267-6400, email: inquiries@kinternational.comand Skype:kinternationalny

Looks Can Be Deceiving...How International Companies Save Money Purchasing and Shipping Refurbished Machinery

The old English adage says, "Don't judge a book by its cover," or in other words, looks can be deceiving.  In international shipping we experience this on a daily basis - what looks like an old rusted excavator or a worthless, dusty wire drawing machinery can actually be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.  Every year, buyers all over the world search the USA for used factory machinery and equipment.  

Refurbished may sound like a dirty word, but to foreign buyers the cost-saving advantage of refurbished machinery and equipment is well worth the risk.  For example, a customer in Korea is looking for some equipment to build a steel mill factory.  A factory in Ohio has just finished renovating their new facility and no longer have use for their old equipment.  The old equipment is still in good condition and has at least another 10-15 years of productivity left if it is refurbished.  Furthermore, the equipment is normally from a top manufacturer and is of excellent quality.  The customer in Korea realizes they can buy the equipment from the Ohio factory and ship it to Korea for a fraction of the cost of buying new equipment - they could even save millions of dollars!  So what is the Ohio factory and the Korean customer to do?....make a deal!  The factory gets rid of the old machinery and the Korean customer can save money building their factory with the refurbished machinery.  Everyone benefits.

When it comes to shipping used factory machinery, equipment and parts, we are the experts.  We can provide open top containers and flat racks for special projects.

When it comes to shipping refurbished machinery and equipment overseas you want to make sure you use a international shipping company with experience shipping used refurbished machinery.  Oftentimes when a factory is dismantled or a customer buys used drawing machinery or a used block making machinery, they need a company that can handle large static equipment.  When shipping used machinery you need an international shipping company that can:

• Provide equipment dismantling
• Pick-up cargo from the supplier
• Provide a detailed loading plan for multiple pieces when shipping a used factory and several pieces of equipment overseas
• Provide standard and open-top containers, flat racks, breakbulk and ro/ro shipping services for used machinery and equipment
• Handle all required documentation for export

We recently shipped this used hydraulic shear machine to Chile!  The piece was moved from the Mid-West and put on a skid for export shipping via breakbulk service. 

This unit is now ready to head to the terminal for delivery!  Every year we have several customers who purchase used machinery in the United States to be refurbished and used in another country.

                                 

If you are looking for any of the above shipping services you can contact us today!  We provide professional and reliable international shipping services for refurbished machinery including equipment dismantling, factory moves, and large breakbulk shipments from the United States.  For more information or to receive international shipping quotes contact us today at 212-267-6400 or on Skype at kinternationalny.  We can also be reached by email at inquiries@kinternational.com

How do I ship cars like the Infiniti JX to the Middle East and other places around the world?

Many people looking to ship cars to the Middle East come to K International Transport to get rate quotations for international car shipping. Collectors located in the Middle East who purchase classic cars in the United States have them shipped to places like Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Dubai, Iraq, Lebanon, and Egypt, while others want something more modern, and ask us how to ship an Infiniti JX from the United States to the Middle East with minimal hassle.

The 2013 Infiiniti JX will perform as well in the Middle East as it does in North America!

Overseas car shipping by container is the more secure option, but is less economical than overseas car shipping via Roll On / Roll Off service, which is very secure in its own right. Roll On / Roll Off vessels are specially designed for transporting cars and trucks overseas; cars are driven onto the ship and stowed under deck, and thus protected from the elements. On the other hand, more ports are serviced by container ships than Ro/Ro vessels, so your shipment method will depend on your destination. For example, Le Havre is the port for Roll On / Roll Off service, but container vessels service other ports like Marseilles, Paris, and Fos-sur-Mer.


K International Transport has been in the business of shipping cars overseas for over 20 years and we would be pleased to give you the best price quote for shipping cars internationally. Please visit our rate request page and fill out our form, give us a call at (212) 267-6400, or send us an email at inquiries@kinternational.com. Alternatively, you can skype us at kinternationalny.

When should I use a Flat Rack container? What is the size of a Flat Rack container?

If you are shipping cargo that has a height that exceeds the height or width of a normal container (Out of Gauge cargo), or cargo that cannot be loaded through the door of a standard container one of the options for international container shipping are Flat Racks. Flat racks are also often used for items that are too heavy for other shipping containers.

The efficiency that characterizes international ocean freight would not be possible without the progression of containerization of cargo. Vessels can be loaded with stacks of containers quickly, maximizing the carrying capacity of the vessels. This also makes it much less difficult to load and unload the vessel at ports by using cranes, and since the containers are inter-modal, they can be loaded onto a truck or train car for inland transportation. Flat racks have a high loading capacity, and are equipped with lashing rings on the side rails.


There are a few different types of containers. The important dimensions for Flat Rack containers are as follows:

	20' Flat Rack
Inside Length	18' 6''	5.63 m
Inside Width	7' 3''	2.20 m
Inside Height	7' 4''	2.23 m
Tare Weight	6, 061 lbs	2, 749 kgs
Maximum Cargo	61, 117* lbs	27, 722* kgs
	40' Open Top
Inside Length	39' 7''	12.06 m
Inside Width	6' 10''	2.08 m
Inside Height	6' 5''	1.95 m
Tare Weight	12, 787 lbs	5, 800 kgs
Maximum Cargo	85, 800* lbs	38, 918* kgs

*Legal weight and weight maximum for steamship line may be lower than this number, payload weight must be distributed evenly over floor to safely reach maximum

There are a few other types of containers (e.g. refrigerated, Platform, Open Top), but the above covers the dimensions of Flat Rack containers.

Hopefully the above gives you some idea of when you should use a flat rack container. Please visit our rate request page or send us an email: inquiries@kinternational.com

What is the best way to ship a Nissan Maxima to Bremerhaven, Germany?

The first step you'll have to take in order to export your vehicle, is to select an international transport company for cars that can give you an international car shipping quote for transporting an Nissan Maxima to Bremerhaven, Germany, simply tell us what vehicle you want to export from the United States and where it is currently located. With that we can start the quotation process. 

A sleek Nissan Maxima just waiting to learn German.

K International Transport can transport the Nissan Maxima you've had your eye on right from the door in the United States to the port of your choosing in Europe. Base ports include: Bremerhaven, Rotterdam, Le Havre, and Southampton. While Rotterdam currently has more cars go through it than any other European port, Bremerhaven places second. 

Bremen at night!

K International Transport can be thought of as your shipment's architect. We are also experienced in handling United States export customs clearance for cars. We will contact the car carrier and steamship line and bring to you a rate quotation for shipping your Nissan Maxima to Bremerhaven, Germany, other locations in Europe, or any other port in the world! If our quote is acceptable we will guide you through the shipment of your vehicle from its origin up to port of discharge, and can even give recommendations for agents at the final destination. If you have concerns about our terms or our rate, we appreciate feedback. If you have target rates, these can help us negotiate with the carrier for better freight prices.

Let K International Transport help you ship the car you want to Bremerhaven, Germany. Head over to our rate request page, call us (212) 267-6400, or email us at inquiries@kinternational.com! We are also available on Skype: kinternationalny .

How do I ship refrigerated cargo in a container? What is the Size of a Reefer Container?

 If you are shipping cargo that needs to be refrigerated (e.g. you are shipping food or beverages overseas), or is otherwise sensitive to heat your best bet for international container shipping are Reefer (Refrigerated) Containers.

A 40' Reefer container.

Containerized transport is the world standard for low cost international ocean freight. Large vessels can be loaded with stacks of containers, maximizing the carrying capacity of the vessels, while also enabling easy compartmentalization of different cargo. This also makes it much less difficult to load and unload the vessel at ports by using cranes. From there the containers can be loaded directly onto truck chassis (an intermodal move). Reefer containers have refrigeration units inside them, but are powered by an external power source on the carrying vessel or truck.

There are a few different types of refrigerated containers. The important dimensions for Reefer containers are as follows:

	20' Reefer
Inside Length	17' 8''	5.38 m
Inside Width	7' 5''	2.26 m
Inside Height	7' 5''	2.26 m
Door Width	7' 5''	2.26 m
Door Height	7' 3''	2.20 m
Capacity	1,000 cubic feet	28.31 cubic meters
Tare Weight	7, 040 lbs	3, 193 kgs
Maximum Cargo	45, 760* lbs	20, 756* kgs
	40' Reefer
Inside Length	37' 8''	11.48 m
Inside Width	7' 5''	2.26 m
Inside Height	7' 2''	2.18 m
Door Width	7' 5''	2.26 m
Door Height	7' 0''	2.13 m
Capacity	2, 040 cubic feet	57.76 cubic meters
Tare Weight	10, 780 lbs	4, 889 kgs
Maximum Cargo	56, 276* lbs	25, 526* kgs

*Legal weight and weight maximum for steamship line may be lower than this number


There are a few other types of containers (e.g. Open Top, Flat Rack, 45'), but the above covers the interior dimensions of Reefer containers.


What you are shipping will change the best container to use. Other international shipping companies will give you what appears to be a great quote for international refrigerated container shipping, but will continue adding fees as the shipment continues, since they did not advise you correctly at the start. K International Transport gets it right from step one, so you can budget accurately and stay on budget.


Contact us today to receive international shipping rates, we can be reached by phone at 212-267-6400, email: inquiries@kinternational.com and Skype: kinternationalny 

Need Help Shipping Agricultural and Farm Machinery Overseas? Read on to Learn More About our International Agricultural Equipment Shipping Services

Are you looking to ship agricultural equipment and farm machinery overseas from the United States?  Shipping sprayers, loaders, seeders, planters, tractors, combines, flex header, tillage equipment, harvest equipment, corn hearders and other farm equipment internationally from the USA can be done in three simple steps.  Continue to read below to see our how international shipping services for farm and agricultural machinery from the USA can be as simple as 1-2-3:


Step #1: Receive an International Shipping Quote 


In order to ship your farming and agricultural equipment and machinery overseas you will first need to receive a quote.  Besides telling the overseas shipping company what country you are trying to ship to, you will need to also provide other information.  Before you send in your request for a rate, make sure you have the following information available: length, width, height and weight of the unit.  If you are looking to ship a sprayer overseas, this unit is self-propelled.  If you are shipping a different type of farm machinery that is not self-propelled you will need to indicate if it 1). has wheels and can be towed or 2). if it is static and needs to be lifted.  Finally, if you need the unit picked up you should provide the city, state and zip code where the equipment is located.


Step #2: Prepare your Agricultural Equipment and Farm Machinery for International Shipment


Before shipping your machinery overseas you should make sure it is ready to handle being shipped overseas.  Self-propelled equipment should be in working order with proper tires, engine properly running and no leaks from the engine.  All equipment whether it is self-propelled, towable or static should be clean and free of all dirt and grease.  Any unit that is not in good condition i.e. it is dirty, leaking, or not properly running can be rejected from the port terminal.  If the international shipping company is picking up the equipment, you will need to make sure the loading facility has the proper equipment necessary to load the machinery onto the back of the truck's trailer.  Check with the loading facility if they have the necessary forklift or crane to properly load the equipment on the back of the truck.


Step #3: Ship your Agricultural and Farm Equipment Overseas


You know how much it cost to ship your unit, and you've prepared your unit and sent it on its way to the port.  Now comes the time when you finally ship your machinery overseas.  Towable and self-propelled farm machinery is shipped via roll-on / roll-off service while static agricultural equipment is either shipped inside a container, on a flatrack or through breakbulk service.  You will need to make sure you provide your freight forwarder with the proper documentation for the cargo including a commercial invoice with the value, packing list and information for the receiver in the foreign country.  Once your agricultural equipment is shipped on the vessel, the overseas shipping company should provide you with a steamship line bill of lading confirming your cargo was shipped.

Old MacDonald had a farm...and shipped some of his used farm and agricultural machinery overseas! 

Shipping farm machinery and agricultural equipment overseas really is as simple as 1 -2 - 3!  To receive international shipping quotes for sprayers, combines, flex holders, harvesters, seeders, tillage machinery, planters, tractors, loaders, corn headers and other agricultural equipment click here to visit our rate request page.  As one of the leading overseas shipping companies with international service to Europe, Asia, Latin America, the Far East, Africa, the Middle East, Caribbean and Australia, we provide some of the best international shipping rates for agricultural and farm machinery shipping.  Send us an email at inquiries@kinternational.com or give us a call at 212-267-6400 or on Skype: kinternationalny.

When should I use an Open Top container? What are the dimensions of a container?

If you are shipping cargo that has a height that exceeds the height of a container, or cargo that is best packed through the roof of the container (e.g. it is being loaded with a crane) one of the options for international container shipping are open-topped containers.

An open topped container with doors open and tarp off. The bands on top can swing open for loading.

Containerized transport is the world standard for efficient international ocean freight. Large vessels can be loaded with stacks of containers, maximizing the carrying capacity of the vessels, while also enabling easy compartmentalization of different cargo. This also makes it much less difficult to load and unload the vessel at ports by using cranes. Open top containers have no solid roof, but have a removable tarp covering, and bands across the top that can swing open for easier loading by crane.


There are a few different types of containers. The important dimensions for Open Top containers are as follows:

	20' Open Top
Inside Length	19' 4''	5.89 m
Inside Width	7' 7''	2.31 m
Inside Height	7' 8''	2.33 m
Door Width	7' 6''	2.28 m
Door Height	7' 2''	2.18 m
Capacity	1,136 cubic feet	32.16 cubic meters
Tare Weight	5, 280 lbs	2, 394 kgs
Maximum Cargo	47, 620* lbs	21, 600* kgs
	40' Open Top
Inside Length	39' 5''	12.01 m
Inside Width	7' 8''	2.33 m
Inside Height	7' 8''	2.33 m
Door Width	7' 8''	2.33 m
Door Height	7' 5''	2.28 m
Capacity	2, 350 cubic feet	67.67 cubic meters
Tare Weight	8, 490 lbs	3, 701 kgs
Maximum Cargo	58, 710* lbs	26, 630* kgs

*Legal weight and weight maximum for steamship line may be lower than this number


There are a few other types of containers (e.g. refrigerated, Flat Rack, 45'), but the above covers the dimensions of Open Top containers.


The better idea we get of the size of what you are shipping, the better we will be able to accurately quote you, based on the best container to use. Other companies will give you what appears to be a great quote, but will continue adding fees as the shipment continues, since they did not advise you correctly from the start. K International Transport gets it right from step one, so you can budget accurately and stay on budget.


Contact us today to receive international shipping rates, we can be reached by phone at 212-267-6400, email: inquiries@kinternational.comand Skype:kinternationalny 

What is the price for shipping a Ford Mustang to Dalian, China?

If you are a United States based dealer trying to ship cars overseas to international customers, or a buyer located abroad, K International Transport can help you ship cars to Asia. The Ford Mustang is very in demand at the moment, but there are better deals on used and certified pre-owned vehicles in the United States than in many places in China. Dalian, as a base port, opens up not just the immediate city but a good portion of the region and provinces surrounding it too. Let us know where the car you want to export is coming from in the United States, and K International can give you a rate for shipping a Ford Mustang to Dalian China.

A Silver 2013 Ford Mustang

Say you are a dealership or an individual who is trying to sell a Ford Mustang to a customer in China, you should use an experienced international shipping company for cars like K International Transport to arrange your shipment from the car's current location in the United States, to the port of your choosing. Common ports for cars in China are: Shanghai, Xingang, Dalian, and Guangzhou. We can also offer "Total Loss / F.P.A." and "All-Risk" Marine Insurance to cover the car you are shipping to China.




You can email us at inquiries@kinternational.com, fill out our online international car shipping rate request form, or call us at (212) 267-6400. We will look over the information and give you an international shipping quote for shipping a Ford Mustang to Dalian, China.

How to Ship a Jet Ski Overseas

Are you looking to ship a jet ski overseas from the United States?  Unsure of which shipping method is best for shipping a jet ski?  Shipping a jet ski internationally is fairly simple.  When approaching international shipping companies for rates to ship a jet skis you should be mindful of the different shipping options you have.  Below we outline a few simple ways to ship jet skis and personal watercraft overseas from the US.

Ship a Jet Ski on a Trailer

You probably already have a trailer for your jet ski when you want to move it from one place to another in the US.  Shipping a jet ski on a trailer is the simplest way to ship your personal watercraft overseas.  Jet skis on trailers can be shipped on roll-on/roll-off (ro/ro) vessels the same way you would ship a car or a large boat on trailer.  If you decide to ship your jet ski on a trailer you should make sure the trailer is in good enough condition to be towed.  Be sure to check the wheels and the tow bar for any signs of wear or damage before you ship your jet skis

The easiest way to ship a jet skis overseas is on a trailer

Ship Several Jet Skis in a Container

If you need to ship more than one jet ski you should consider shipping them overseas inside a container.  Depending on how large the jet ski is, you can load anywhere from 2 to more than 6 jet skis in a single container.   A professional warehouse can safely secure your jet skis in the container.  To fit more jet skis in one container the warehouse can have the jet skis removed from their trailers in order to decrease the length and the width.  You want to make sure that whoever loads your jet skis in a container is securing them in such a way that they do not shift during transport, and do not rub against each other causing scratches and cosmetic damage.

Ship a Crated Jet Skis 

Customers who are shipping brand new jet skis oftentimes opt to have them shipped overseas in a crate.  Shipping your jet ski overseas in a crate is the best way to protect your jet skis from any possible damage.  Your international shipping company should be able to professionally crate your jet skis for international transport.  When shipping a jet ski in a crate, the crate has to be customized to fit the specifications of the jet ski.  A professional packing company will make sure the jet ski is safely crated so it will not move during transport.  Additionally, several overseas countries, including Australia, require any wood used in packing and crating your jet ski to comply with ISPM 15 wood packaging restrictions.  ISPM 15 requires all wood packaging used in international shipments to be chemically and heat treated to prevent the spread of insects and diseases between countries.  An overseas shipping company can ship your crated jet skis in a container, using breakbulk service where it is loaded on a mafi trailer or through container consolidation (LCL) service.



Always remember, no matter which method you choose to ship your jet skis you should always provide the overseas shipping company with the full dimensions of your jet ski including the length, width, height and weight.  Whether you are looking to ship a Jet Ski, Wave Runner, Sea Doo, water scooter or any type of personal watercraft overseas from the United States we can help.  We have shipped jet ski's and personal watercraft from the United States to Europe, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Australia.  To receive an international shipping quote to ship your jet ski, contact us at 212-267-6400, on Skype at kinternationalny or send us an email at: inquiries@kinternational.com.  We will respond to all requests for jet ski overseas transport rates within 1-2 business days.