What do Trucking Services refer to?
Trucking services refer to transporting goods from an initial point to a final destination on land using trucks. Usually, trailers will be connected to these trucks to aid in transportation. Trailers are non-motorised vehicles that are towed by trucks and there are many different types of trailers available to cater to the different natures of products.
What are some of the different types of trailers available?
Factors to consider when deciding to engage trucking services
Speed
The routes and timings for trucking delivery is flexible and hence can be adapted according to shipment requirements. This is unlike sea freight and air freight which are restricted by schedules. Thus, even with delays, trucking would still be an efficient means of transportation.
Capacity
Trucks have limited space and hence have a relatively smaller capacity that is not as suitable for the transportation of bulk orders.
Cost
Whether it is the management and maintenance of transporting goods, or the packing processes, the costs are low when trucking services are engaged.
Convenience
Trucking services are suitable to transport cargo almost anywhere, and even to and fro rural areas due to its ability to deliver right to the doorstep most of the time.
Distance
Container trucking as a transportation through short distances would help to save costs as it is more economical. However, if goods were to be transported through long distances, it would be expensive and may possibly be delayed by traffic.
What other services may be provided along with trucking services?
Cargo Insurance
It is vital for cargoes to be transported to its destination in its original condition. Hence, with cargo insurance, it guarantees that shippers are fully compensated in the case whereby there are any losses or damages.
Custom Clearance
Trucking services may be required to cross borders to reach the destination and hence with custom clearance, all necessary documents would be settled by the trucking company. Shippers would then not have to worry about such issues.