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KEF International NBN Presentation 2022
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Everything you need to know about shipping to Israel. Customs rights, best shipping practices, how to get discounts, different kinds of marine insurance, trucking, unpacking, packing, volume estimates. How to choose the best aliyah shippers. (3000 letters...maybe we should copy the Why Kef? KEF? Kef International Relocations is unique among shipping companies in Israel. Founded in 1979 by Anglo immigrants, Kef International is the oldest and most experienced shipping company serving new immigrants in Israel. If you need a professional, customer-focused shipping company in Israel, who specializes in Aliyah, Kef is your first port of call. Helping You From Door-to-door The relocation process begins with our comprehensive Pre-Move Advice, which includes free expert consultations. We also provide valuable information and tips in our user-friendly brochures, spreadsheets, and info-graphics. We offer acclaimed live and recorded webinars on the shipping process as well as free onsite evaluations with the moving experts. Check out our Resources page for more information. Clear, Custom-tailored Quotes After helping you decide what type of shipment is right for you, Kef gives you a clear price quote with no hidden costs. When relocating, there are potential extra costs. Kef gives you a clear picture of what to expect so you can budget accordingly for your move and avoid the stress of unwanted surprises. Professional Care and Packing On moving day, Kef utilizes its extensive and well-established relationships with packers and agents around the globe to offer you professional packing teams who use the highest quality materials and methods to pack your possessions. Clear and Timely Communication After your shipment has been packed and picked up, Kef has an efficient system of communications, updates, and tracking, which allows you to receive timely information about your shipment, such as sailing date and estimated date of arrival at the destination. Our English-speaking staff will make your move as easy as possible from door-to-door. Customs Clearing Made Easy Kef simplifies the customs clearing process. We guide you with clear instructions of what you need to do and what documents we need from you, so that you can avoid headaches with Customs and minimize the fees you pay at the destination port. Kef uses one of the finest and most well-established customs clearers in Israel, which means that you greatly benefit from having a knowledgeable and experienced team handle your shipment. In-home Delivery We work with top-notch delivery teams for all our deliveries in Israel and abroad, and are present throughout the process to ensure your move is completed with the utmost level of customer service and attention to detail on which Kef prides itself. Reliable Insurance Coverage Kef has a long-standing relationship with our insurance company, which ensures you receive the marine insurance coverage you purchased.
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KEF International NBN Presentation 2022
- © 2016 KEF International
- © 2022 KEF International 2 • Put your possessions in the right hands • Find a shipper who gives you: Support and service Clear, complete quotes Excellent service from start to finish Timely, accurate information and prices
- 3 • Educate yourself about shipping • Consult former Olim—review recommendations • Choose a reliable shipper based in Israel • Get a full breakdown of all possible charges • Plan - don’t wait for the last minute © 2022 KEF International
- 4 No Taxes not value added, sales, or customs Olim & Returning Minors Returning Residents 3 shipments in 3 years 2 " " 9 months Full taxes Israelis, tourists, students Built-in goods, 2nd appliances, 4th TV’s/computers Personal quantities food, whisky, 1 new gas bbq Never weapons, seeds, electric bikes/scooters © 2022 KEF International
- 5 • Volume (cubic feet, cft.) is the main cost factor • Weight (cwt, 100 lbs.) is primary in some places • The bigger the shipment • The lower the rate—33% lower at double the size • Less space taken by crates and pallets • Easier to pack efficiently © 2022 KEF International
- 6 *sealed and locked • FCL full container *Seldom shared Or emptied at the port *direct to and from the ship *can be partially full • LCL less than container *crated or palletized and wrapped *emptied at the port *28 days free storage © 2022 KEF International
- 7 © 2022 KEF International • Large shipments More secure • Fast, predictable timing • Less expensive per cubic foot • 2-4 days free storage • Easier to pack efficiently • Less handling
- 8 20’ (FCL) 1000 cubic feet 40’ (FCL) 2000 cubic feet © 2022 KEF International
- 9 • Smaller shipments • More expensive per cubic foot • Shared container unloaded at port • Packing/crating/palletizing adds 15-20% © 2022 KEF International • Harder to pack efficiently • Slower, less certain timing
- 10 Pallet Liftvan © 2022 KEF International
- 11 • monitored access storage to extend marine insurance © 2022 KEF International at origin & destination • sort at origin to store part & deliver part free time at Israel port FCL 2-4 days LCL 28 days
- Accurate Label & Separate goods by “A” and “B” priority lists Same person at the estimate and the packing Review and sign the volume estimate Inaccurate Small, disorganized shipments Listening or giving instructions to the Movers Changing your mind, forgetting or adding goods Volume Estimates
- 12 For replacement value at destination • A fair & reliable US-based marine insurance company © 2022 KEF International Choose All Risk, which insures damage & loss and requires professional packing Avoid Total Loss, it covers only total loss
- 13 • Lump Sum • 25% discounted rate • Shipment valued at $12/lb • List only items above $3,000 • Covers all items up to $3,000 without listing • Comprehensive Valued Inventory • List & estimate replacement values for all items © 2022 KEF International
- 14 • The remedy--use a highly recommended Israel-based shipper © 2022 KEF International • Too good to be true False Economies 700+ cubic feet sent as a consolidation LCLs that are not crated or palletized Total Loss insurance as a serious option
- 15 “TheAmazinglyInexpensiveMoving Company” © 2022 KEF International
- 16 Things you love furniture, artwork, sentimental items, oven, Vitamix, Kitchen Aid, Speed Queen wash/dry • Furniture in Israel limited choice & double the price • Buy in Israel European appliances © 2022 KEF International Bring or Buy before you ship
- 17 Why ship a vehicle? • Save money • Sentimental • Some models are unavailable here Costs of importing a car? • Shipping, Licensing, Clearing, Inspection, Safety Changes Age and Taxes: • Oleh no age limit ~ 80% tax • Toshav Hozer max 4 years old ~ 120% tax • Regular citizen max 2 years old ~ 120% tax High depreciation on used cars © 2022 KEF International
- 18 • Full, partial, or no packing • Professional packing is required to insure damage, not only loss/theft •To pack and insure boxes ALL RISK including damage, let the packers inspect, seal, and mark them CP (carrier packed) © 2022 KEF International
- 19 • FCLs go directly to the port for shipping and are quicker and more predictable. • LCLs go first to warehouse for consolidation. They take longer and are less predictable. • Longer distance from Israel = longer transit time. © 2022 KEF International
- 20 Customs Clearing • We take care of this for you. • You do not go to Customs, except in rare cases. • Choose a shipper who can guide you quickly and easily through the clearing process. • Avoid surprises—use an Israel-based shipper. © 2022 KEF International
- 21 • Movers • unwrap used furniture • put goods where you want them • discard gross debris • assemble simple used furniture disassembled at origin Difficult access = extra costs Tell us of potential problems ASAP © 2022 KEF International
- • Distant parking • Elevator—absent or fragile • Weight-limitedstreets or parking • Narrow streets, stairwells, elevators, doorways Solutions Shuttle—transfer to smaller trucks Long Carry—more than 25 meters Crane—arm or ladder © 2022 KEF International 22 Difficult Access
- Storage past free days at port FCL 2-4 days LCL 28 days Customs/Security Inspections Self-packed or from Los Angeles Heavy items 300+ lbs. Safe, Subzero, 50+ boxes of books © 2022 KEF International 23 Possible Extras Shuttle—transfer to smaller trucks Long Carry—more than 25 meters Crane—arm or ladder Stair carry above 2nd floor
- Delays especially from the West Coast • Port Congestion from schedules not kept • Crews/Trucks/Containers/Sailings suddenly unavailable Possible Additional Fees • Storage • Green Fuel/Bunker Surcharge • Congestion/Port Imbalance • General Rate Increase from Steamship company © 2022 KEF International 24
- 25 • Happy to help you read and compare competing quotes. • Refer a friend and get a discount © 2022 KEF International Comparing Quotes and getting discounts
- 26 • With you throughout the process. • Staffed & managed by American olim. • Complete, clear quotes--no hidden costs. • Aliyah shipping since 1979. © 2022 KEF International
- NORTH AMERICA +1.866.425.5224 ext. 102 UNITED KINGDOM +44.203.129.6901 ext. 102 ISRAEL +972.2.673.5043 ext. 102 daniel@kefintl.com www.kefintl.com