International Refrigerated Transport

The world of international refrigerated transport can at first seem as complicated as the routes are long however there is no need to be an expert in order to avail of the service. Most international refrigerated transport companies have incredibly knowledgeable and helpful customer service staff which are well used to enquiries from those who do not know that much about the subject. It does help to know a little bit however, so here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about international refrigerated transport.

Where is the best place to look for International Refrigerated Transport Companies?

The best place to start, like with many services, is simply online. Though you can find a lot simply with Google, there are also a number of international refrigerated transport directories which offer both profiles and reviews of the companies that provide the service.

How reliable are International Refrigerated Transport Companies?

The best international refrigerated transport companies are incredibly reliable. They do endless checks and maintenance on their equipment and they have various fail safe measures in place to ensure that the unexpected does not lead to damaged or late cargo. Of course not all international refrigerated transport companies are this reliable however and you therefore need to be careful when making your choice. In my opinion the greatest measures of reliability are experience and reputation. Therefore try to find a company with a long line of happy repeat customers and one that has experience transporting cargo similar to your own and along similar routes.

Why is International Refrigerated Transport so Expensive?

If you have experience in transporting cargo internationally you are likely to be surprised at just how much more expensive it is to transport perishables. The fact is however that providing the service simply costs far more to do. For a start the additional equipment required to keep perishables in optimal conditions needs to be purchased, fuelled and maintained. Then there is the fact that such cargo needs to be treated with far more care at all times. This requires additional personnel, fail safe procedures and often specific methods of transport that would not otherwise be chosen.

Is Real Time Tracking Usually an Option with International Refrigerated Transport?

Such tracking is offered by almost all international refrigerated transport companies which means that you always know exactly where your load is. Many such companies also offer other real time information such as the exact conditions and temperature within their containers. Though the service is generally free, there are a few that charge for it and I recommend that even if you need to pay for it, you do avail of this service. Such information offers you not only peace of mind but also the ability to warn your clients of any problems as soon as they happen.