Over the years, sea transportation has become an increasingly safe and reliable means of international moving. Currently, the protection levels to all furniture are excellent – this is, in part, due to the high level of training of the packers, as well as the development of new technologies that make each step of the process smoother.
However, moving does not occur without risks – accidents can happen at certain times, regardless of how safe the means used is. That’s what happened in Santos last August 11th, when forty-five containers fell from a cargo ship due to the rough sea conditions that afternoon. Thus, it is very important that all items included in the move are covered by insurance with replacement values at the destination, in order to protect those who are moving.
Therefore, here are some tips for those who will make use of international transportation to move. They might be essential for you:
– Always purchase an insurance coverage for all your belongings with full refund of its value at the destination in case of damages or losses;
– Separately identify objects such as works of art or with a high value in the insurer’s form. Also identify items that are worth more than its descriptions may suggest.
– It is very important that you choose an insurer whose policy does not limit the number of fragile items within the shipment. If there is any clause like this, make sure not to exceed such limits.
– Also check if there is coverage for damage before and after the sea transportation. Most insurers have this type of policy, but it is worth making sure.
Finally, you should always check carefully the condition of the items when removing them from the boxes during delivery. Has anything been damaged? Advise the moving company immediately , take pictures and describe the damage. But be careful! Pay attention to the deadline set by the insurer for the notice of any claim.
