How does freight forwarding in China work?
China has developed over the last 30 years from an insignificant player to become the largest export economy in the world. Freight Forwarding has developed along the same lines. In the beginning there was one state owned company called Sinotrans.
Now the industry has exploded and there are thousands of companies calling themselves freight forwarders in China. The market is not mature and there are very many small and some not so small,
How do I Import from China?
There is a simple answer to a complicated question when it comes to “How do I Import from China?” The answer is that you find a freight company with vast experience in moving freight in and out of that country and save yourself time and money.
Here at K & L Freight we have 30 years of experience in doing just that. We have faced and overcome all the challenges that come with such shipments and our contacts and trusted name in the industry mean that we can negotiate the best rates with carriers and pass these on to you.
Supply Chain Management Service
Looking for a reliable experienced company who offer a supply chain management service? Come and talk to the experts here at K & L Freight. Our team offers a complete bespoke logistics plan that ensure your shipment is cost effective and arrives on time.
As a company we have invested in systems that will track your freight and keep you fully up to date with the latest status for your peace of mind.
Import Shipping Containers
With over 30 years experience in the movement of freight by land or sea or road we have moved thousands of shipping containers across the world. Our team can recommend you the best and most economical size to use to ensure that your costs are kept to a minimum.
We keep clients fully informed on the status of their shipment so you don’t need to worry about anything including customs clearance. We can even deliver it to your warehouse or storage if you require.
Cheshire Freight Forwarders
We are Cheshire’s leading freight forwarders who offer the complete range of customised freight forwarding solutions to suit the needs to our clients across the globe.
With provide a complete service for your freight organised by our team of experts who will first find the most cost effective way to get your goods delivered exactly where you want them.
We handle everything whether it needs air, sea or land and keep you fully informed on the your freights journey as it makes it’s way to you.
Chinese Golden Week & UK Imports
We’ll shortly be coming up to Chinese Golden Week which begins in the first week of October. It’s the equivalent of an old style UK bank holiday where things actually used to close down and factories and industries would close. It is observed across China and manufacturing and banking closes down for a minimum of one week, sometimes up to two weeks as celebrations take place.
We always recommend our clients check with their suppliers as to what the plans are and must factor this in when anticipating delivery times.
Help with Importing From China
As a timely reminder to our customers and prospective customers the 1st week of October is Chinese Golden Week. This festival is in affect a public holiday when Chinese manufacturing closes down more or less completely for at least a week and often for two. During this time normal business with China stops and goes on hold and so if you are planning to buy from China whatever you are purchasing will need to be in the supply chain before Golden Week starts as often it takes factories some time to get back up to speed after the holiday period.
Best UK Freight Forwarding Company
When you are looking to move goods around the world then you want to be sure you are choosing the best UK freight forwarding company possible. You need someone you can trust to make sure your goods pass smoothly to their destination with the minimum of fuss for you.
Our team keep clients up to date every step of the way so you know where your goods are and if things are running to time.
Manchester Freight Forwarders
It’s important to understand the role of a freight forwarder.. Put simply a freight forwarder is responsible for the shipment of your goods between two given destinations. The freight forwarding company is supposed to arrange the entire shipment process on your behalf.
Freight forwarders act as intermediates between the shipping companies and shippers. They negotiate with the transportation services on behalf of their clients until they get the most reliable, economical and fastest route for their clients.
Air Freight into Manchester
We work with freight and shipping handlers across the world to make sure we get the best service and value to pass onto our customers. When you become a client of K & L Freight you become an very important part of our business. We will get you a designated member of the team to speak to the build the relationship who will be on the phone and email to assist with any queries you may have.