Platform, carrier and shipper: who does what?
Create a handover sheet from the accepted offer, allocate the work at each address and route a changed delivery request to the people authorised to agree it.
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For businesses and individuals shipping in Europe.
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What do you need to get right?
01
Prepare a shipment
Make cargo dimensions, packaging, access and handover details clear before you request transport.
02
Choose transport
Compare service scope, vehicle requirements and the complete offer, with the right questions ready.
03
Documents & risks
Check route-specific paperwork, liability and the evidence you need when something goes wrong.
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Platform, carrier and shipper: who does what?
Create a handover sheet from the accepted offer, allocate the work at each address and route a changed delivery request to the people authorised to agree it.
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What to record when cargo arrives damaged or short
Record affected unit IDs, condition and evidence; notify the carrier and insurer through the right channels and check applicable notice rules.
How to prepare equipment for road transport
Prepare a usable equipment transport brief with a completed two-unit example, separate accessory record and clear responsibilities for technical preparation and handling.
How to prepare palletised cargo for collection
Prepare the packed pallet, agree loading and unloading at both addresses, and describe the complete job in your transport request.
How to choose a suitable vehicle for your shipment
Send packed dimensions, gross weight and photos, with access and handling details for both sites. Ask the carrier to confirm the actual opening, usable space, available payload and
How to measure cargo and report its weight
Measure packed units, distinguish gross from net weight, calculate volume, and copy a clear per-unit record into your transport request.
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