How are we handling the container weight verification requirements?

Implementing the SOLAS container weight verification requirements.

by Fatima Calderon 

As most of us in the shipping industry know, the new SOLAS requirement becomes effective from July 1, 2016.

In short, the regulation specifies that the Verified Gross Mass (VGM) of each container is proven and provided to the US Coast Guard and the International Maritime Organization, prior to loading into a vessel.

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Understanding Insurance Options

by Fatima Calderon
When it comes to moving, we always suggest to our customers to purchase coverage above the basic liability.
Moving insurance is crucial for protection against any damage to your personal belongings. Even when you are dealing with the most professional, delicate, and responsible movers, human errors and accidents are real possibilities.

When it comes to protecting your move, you have options from basic liability to various levels of protection.

We have prepared this Infographic that can give you a good understanding on the options available to you.

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The role of the mover in cargo insurance claims

by Fatima Calderon

I want to share this article from AirCargo World.

Although the cause for insurance claims that has to do with "cargo packing" is the lowest of all figures, it still amounts to $41MIL losses, and as the article says, bad packing can also lead to other causes, such as fires.

To me, what this study signifies is that there is still a lot of work to be done in improving packing and we in the moving industry have to be selective when we choose partners to work with so that these risks can be minimized.

For people moving, this study highlights the importance of choosing a reputable moving company that will use proper packing materials and will have only professionals handling the items.

Read the full study HERE.

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Our Moving Services -in pictures

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Are you a Bad Neighbor?

by Fatima Calderon

Practically everyone that has moved or has had neighbors move can relate to the experience of having a bad neighbor, or even worse –“a neighbor from hell”.

If you haven’t had such experience yet, is it because, maybe – perhaps, you have been the bad neighbor?

Here is a list of what makes a bad neighbor. If you recognize these signs in your own household, for goodness’ sake try to change. If you recognize them in your neighbor/s, we will cover in a future article how to deal with them.

What makes a bad neighbor?

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