If in Containers, make sure to decide on type of container to use
- Standard 20 ft or 40 ft.
- Special 20 ft Flat Rack or 40ft Flat Rack.
- Special 20 ft Open Top or 40ft Open Top.
- Total number of units of containers required. Read More.....
GIVE CLEAR DETAILS OF SHIPMENT
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Port of Loading: Specify the port cargo is expected to be loaded.
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Port of Discharge:-Specify the Port of Destination.
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Suppliers' Addresses: Specify the Suppliers' full address including fax, telephone, e-mail and contact person.
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Buyers' Addresses in Ethiopia: Specify their fax & telephone No., postal code, e-mail and location.
WHEN NEGOTIATING TERMS OF SHIPMENT WITH SUPPLIERS
- Specify that Ethiopian Shipping Lines is nominated sea carrier and clearly agree FOB Port of Delivery.
- Specify how goods are to be shipped in break bulk or containers.Read More.....
IN CASE OF ENCOUNTER OF DIFFICULTIES WITH SHIPMENTS
ESL maintains contact and network in all its service areas to ensure timely arrangement of shipments. In situations where your suppliers encounter difficulty and bring to your attention issues like:
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FOR BETTER HANDLING OF CONTAINERIZED SHIPMENTS
- When Container Shipments Arrive at Port Customers must be aware that
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Consignees are allowed free time of 30 days to keep cargo in container stuffed.
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