Importance of RoadShipment
• Flexibility: Door-to-door delivery with routing
adaptability
• Cost-efficiency: Affordable for short to mid-
range hauls
• Network Reach: Connects rural, urban, and
industrial areas
• Speed: Optimal for urgent or time-bound
shipments
• Integration: Crucial for multimodal
4.
Types of Trucks& Their Features
• Full Trailer / Tractor-Trailer: Payload 25–30
tonnes, detachable trailer
• Flatbed Truck: Open deck for oversize cargo,
easy loading/unloading
• Container Truck: 20 /40 ISO containers,
′ ′
intermodal friendly
• Refrigerated (Reefer): Maintains temperature
for perishables
• Tanker Truck: For liquids/gases, pressurized or
Cargo Specifications
• Weight& Volume: Gross/net weight, CBM
• Packaging: Pallets, drums, crates
• Handling: Forklift, crane, or manual
• Special Goods: Hazardous (ADR) or
Temperature-controlled
• Load Securing: Lashings, straps, dunnage, etc.
7.
Export Customs Clearance
•Submit export declaration with required docs
• Invoice, packing list, permits, etc.
• Risk assessment by customs
• Physical inspection if flagged
• Duty exemption or refund (if eligible)
• Receive customs release and gate pass
8.
Transit Clearance
• Declaretransit under T1/T2 or national regime
• Provide guarantee (bond or security)
• Customs seal the cargo
• Checkpoints along the route
• Duties suspended until final clearance
9.
Destination Border Clearance
•Notify customs on arrival
• Submit import declaration and supporting
docs
• Pay customs duties and VAT
• Customs inspection & verification
• Release order issued
• Vehicle de-sealing and cargo delivery