Shipping to Kuwait is made easy. We offer Ocean freight services to Kuwait  and air freight services to Kuwait in a timely manner at good rates. We speak the language and have agents that can make any shipment.

Kuwait, a country in  Asia, with a population of around 4. million.

Kuwait City is the capital of Kuwait which is also the political, cultural, and economic center of Kuwait.

A sizeable percentage of the country’s imports come from the United States.

Kuwait Has The World’s Sixth Largest Oil Reserve

Kuwait holds 8% of the world’s oil reserves. It has the world’s sixth-largest oil reserve. It claims to hold about 104 billion barrels of oil with most of it (70 billion barrels) being located in the Burgan field.

The Kuwaiti Dinar Is The World’s Highest-Valued Currency

The Kuwaiti dinar is the currency of Kuwait. It is sub-divided into 1,000 fils. As of October 2019, it is the world’s highest-valued currency unit per face value. The dinar was introduced in 1960 in Kuwait and initially had a value equivalent to one pound sterling. It replaced the former currency, the Gulf rupee. For a short period, during Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait, the Kuwaiti dinar was replaced by the Iraqi dinar. After the invading forces were driven out, the country’s currency was once more restored. A lot of banknotes were stolen by the Iraqis during the invasion. The Kuwaiti government demonetized the currency to render the stolen notes useless and introduced a new series of banknotes.

Shipping to Kuwait Options

When sending merchandise to Kuwait, you have two options: FCL (a full container load) or LCL (groupage), a shared container.

20′ containers can accommodate 10 pallets ( 20 Double stacked )

40′ Container can Accomdate around 20 pallets ( 40 Double stacked )

Air Freight Services

Parcel delivery to Kuwait.

Consult International 3PL for rate quotes.

Ports in Kuwait

Kuwaiti Ports are the window for the State to the external world. They contributed much in Kuwait economic and constructional development. Kuwait has three important ports, which are Shuwaikh Port, Shuaiba Port and Doha Port.

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Ocean freight to Kuwait

Importing From Kuwait

Freight cost, sometimes, make up a large portion of the total cost of a product specially when it comes to low value and high weight products.  For example, if you are importing ceramic tile, the freight cost alone could make up over 50% of the price of the product.

How can you save on Freight Cost?

There are several ways you can save on freight depending on the mode of transportation.

1- Ocean Freight: If you are shipping a container, make sure to maximize the load as long as you do not exceed the maximum weight allowed. Also, if you are shipping a container of heavy, low value products, try to add a high value product in the same container and off course negotiate the best rates with the Freight Forwarder

2- Air Freight: Make sure you do not ship half full boxes; you will be paying for air. Consolidate items into a little number of boxes as possible.

Do not Mix dangerous goods with non-Dangerous goods in the same shipment, you will be paying the rate applicable to DG goods which is the highest

3- Inland Transportation

A- If you are shipping a full truck, fill it up to the max weight, Choose the best Inland Transportation Company.

B- For LTL shipments, make sure you use the right NMFC Classification. The higher the classification, the more you pay. Once again, do not ship half full boxes.

4 – Courier Shipping; When shipping Via UPS, FedEx or USPS make sure to use the smallest size box as they charge based on what will net more revenue which is weight or volume. Refer to Dim weight calculation. Shipping a pillow that weighs 5 lbs. will cost you more than a computer that weighs 5 lbs. since the pillow shipping cost will be charged based on dim weight.

If you are an importer, make sure you use the correct harmonized Tariff Code , there is no need to pay  more in duties than you have to, remember to do your research and get the best shipping rates without compromising service

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The new trade wars and tariffs imposed by the US and China left many importers in the US looking for answers. Nobody wants to pay higher duties which translates into higher prices to the consumers. Which will result in consumers cutting down on their purchases.

In general, blanket tariffs are counterproductive. Nobody benefits from such practices. It reduces customer confidence.

In the wake of the new tariffs imposed by the US on Chinese products,  importers found themselves forced to increase their prices to offset the increase on the duties being paid or to switch to importing similar products from other countries that are not subject to the new tariffs.

The latest currency devaluation by the Chinese Government has in a way offset the last round of tariffs however; consumer confidence has been affected as customers perceive the trade wars as a sign of instability.

How will the new Tariffs affect Logistics.

1- “Logistics Companies” pay close attention to tariffs as it affects the supply chain. They have to be ready to offer new solutions to their customers. Many International 3PL Companies are seeing an increase in imports from China as Importers build up their Inventories before the Holiday season and before the new tariffs take effect.

2- Freight Forwarders  have noticed and increase in Ocean Freight Shipping from Vietnam and other Countries. It is noted that Chinese companies are shipping their products from Vietnam to avoid paying the additional duties.

3- US Companies who re-export some of their products have opted to shipping directly from China to South America for Example.

4- Companies who Export to South America are using the services of Bonded warehouses to hold their product in bond  instead of paying the extra duties until the product is exported.

5- Importing companies are getting better at negotiating Freight rates in order to compensate for some of the extra duties they might be paying.

The Bottom line about the New Tariffs

In spite of all the hype, we still see more container ships being built, we see shipping volumes increase across the world. The US trade deficit rose by 50 Billion even though the export volume has increased. That means more cargo is entering the US Market which means more cargo is moving to the US ports.

Experiences 3PL Companies are prepared to tackle such issues and advise their customers on the best strategy to adopt.

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When do you think about freight forwarding? I hardly believe you think of it when you pick up a toy or a toaster oven from your local store. There is a 90% chance that a freight forwarder was involved somewhere to bring the product to your fingertips.

A freight forward is an important part of the supply chain. Now let’s describe the role of the freight forwarder; It’s basically an organization that uses the services of a shipping company or air cargo company to move cargo from point A to point B. Anywhere in the world a freight forwarder does not own the vessel or aircraft although some shipping companies are freight forwarders.

A freight forward is involved in multi-modal transportation, for example: a shipment of microwaves from the factory in China to London will involve inland transport from a factory to the airport or shipping port and once the cargo arrives in London, it will be transported by truck (Inland Transportation) to the final destination.
Freight forwarders are subject to regulations that vary by country. This makes freight forwarding a tricky business.

Years ago, freight forwarders offered limited services, they only focused on shipping, with time they started offering services such as custom clearance, warehousing, consolidation and other services. Some of these services were outsourced. This has given rise to third-party logistics companies (3PL companies).

Freight forwarders that have not adopted innovation in the past few years are experiencing a slowdown business.
The industry has changed a lot over the past 20 years. A forwarder has become a one stop shop for all our logistics needs. This came with opportunities and challenges.
As a Freight forwarder adds on services, they need to add new talent. People who have experience in packaging, order fulfillment and customer service.

Many freight forwarders try to shed their skin and put on the Logistics Provider skin with little services because basically they focus on freight forwarding, their core competency.

In this challenging market so many freight forwarders are fading because they have not adopted change and innovation. We will continue to witness the change and evolution in this industry.
The next time you pick up your blender or coffee maker, remember how much work was involved.

International 3PL specializes in export services to many countries around the globe. Our Export services cover all types of Cargo including personal effects shipping. We ensure the smooth transit of your products to their final destination around the world.

Exporting is vital for growing your business. Knowing how to deliver your product to a new market is a critical for your success.

International 3PL’s Export services are designed to simplify the process and have the orders shipping as quickly as possible.

What you need to know about Exporting

Freight Forwarders

An international freight forwarder is an agent for the exporter in moving cargo to an overseas destination. These agents are familiar with the import rules and regulations of foreign countries, the export regulations of the U.S. government, the methods of shipping, and the documents related to foreign trade.

Freight forwarders assist exporters in preparing price quotations by advising on freight costs, port charges, consular fees, costs of special documentation, insurance costs, and their handling fees, that is why it is important to work with a reputable freight forwarder.

Packing

Exporters should be aware of the demands that international shipping puts on packaged goods. Exporters should jeep four potential problems in mind when designing an export shipping crate: breakage, moisture, pilferage and excess weight.

Buyers are often familiar with the port systems overseas, so they will often specify packaging requirements. If the buyer does not specify this, be sure the goods are prepared using these guidelines

Labeling

Specific marking and labeling is used on export shipping cartons and containers to:

• Meet shipping regulations;
• Ensure proper handling;
• Conceal the identity of the contents;
• Help receivers identify shipments; and
• Insure compliance with environmental and safety standards.

The overseas buyer usually specifies which export marks should appear on the cargo for easy identification by receivers Therefore communication with the importer is essential

Documentation

While Exporters can prepare the documents themselves, its advisable that exporters should seriously consider having the freight forwarder handle the formidable amount of documentation that exporting requires as forwarders are specialists in this process. The following documents are commonly used in exporting; but which of them are necessary in a particular transaction depends on the requirements of the U.S. government and the government of the importing country.

• Air freight shipments are handled by air waybills, which can never be made in negotiable form
• A bill of lading is a contract between the owner of the goods and the carrier (as with domestic shipments).
• A commercial invoice is a bill for the goods from the seller to the buyer. These invoices are often used by governments to determine the true value of goods when assessing customs duties.
• A certificate of origin is a document that is required in certain nations. It is a signed statement as to the origin of the export item.
• A NAFTA certificate of origin is required for products traded among the NAFTA countries (Canada, the United States, and Mexico).
• Inspection certification is required by some purchasers and countries in order to attest to the specifications of the goods shipped. This is usually performed by a third party and often obtained from independent testing organizations.
• A dock receipt and a warehouse receipt are used to transfer accountability when the export item is moved by the domestic carrier to the port of embarkation and left with the ship line for export.
• A destination control statement appears on the commercial invoice, and ocean or air waybill of lading to notify the carrier and all foreign parties that the item can be exported only to certain destinations.

Documents Required by US Government

• A Shipper’s Export Declaration(SED) is used to control exports and act as a source document for official U.S. export statistics.
• An export license is a government document that authorizes the export of specific goods in specific quantities to a particular destination. This document may be required for most or all exports to some countries or for other countries only under special circumstances.
• An export packing list considerably more detailed and informative than a standard domestic packing list. 

Shipping

The handling of transportation is similar for domestic and export orders. Export marks are added to the standard information on a domestic bill of lading. These marks show the name of the exporting carrier and the latest allowed arrival date at the port of export consequently, instructions for the inland carrier to notify the international freight forwarder by telephone upon arrival should also be included.

Insurance

Export shipments are usually insured against loss, damage, and delay in transit by cargo insurance. Carrier liability is frequently limited by international agreements. Additionally, the coverage is substantially different from domestic coverage. Arrangements for insurance may be made by either the buyer or the seller, in accordance with the terms of sale. Exporters are advised to consult with international insurance carriers or freight forwarders for more information.

Although sellers and buyers can agree to different components, coverage is usually placed at 110 percent of the CIF (cost, insurance, freight) or CIP (carriage and insurance paid to) value

Tariffs

Finally, it is very important to consider the effects of tariffs, port handling fees, and taxes when determining your product’s final cost as they can be high. Typically, the importer pays these charges. However, these costs will influence how much the buyer is willing to pay for your product.

When you are ready to export your order, our staff will make sure that the process is made easy so you can focus on your core business. That is why you can count on our worldwide network to support your export needs.

Benefits of our export services

• Meeting export administration guidelines
• Streamlining your export business from order through delivery
• Enhancing compliance rates while controlling costs and increasing efficiencies
• Increasing visibility of transactions to your trading partners worldwide.
• We deal with the oceans of paperwork.
• Most of all : We ship your goods, as if they were our own

Our concept is very simple: We have the expertise and the connections to make your experience a pleasant one. and most importantly our Export Services are not limited to shipping cargo, we also can handle your warehousing and distribution services.

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Bolivia Export

In the last two decades Bolivia has become a major exporter of natural gas (43 percent of total exports). Other exports include: silver (12 percent of total exports), zinc (10 percent) and soybeans and related products (7 percent). Main export partners are: Brazil (33 percent of total exports), Argentina (12 percent) and United States (10 percent). Others include: Peru, South Korea, China and Belgium

Bolivia export.com is dedicated to serving the air and ocean shipping needs between North America and South America, specifically Bolivia. we also offer import and export services from and to any part of the World.

Bolivia Export is one of the world’s leading providers of forwarding and logistics services, specializing in end-to-end supply chain management solutions and intercontinental air freight, trucking ocean freight shipments.
We also specialize in customs compliance and advise on many regulations.
Our rates are competitive, our service is exceptional.

http://www.boliviaexport.com