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Introducing our small package solutions service

admin News 30 August 202424 September 2024 0 Comment

We are pleased to introduce small package solutions, a new service designed to meet the needs of individuals and e-commerce businesses shipping small parcels from the UK to Bermuda.

Individuals and e-commerce businesses often face challenges when shipping products abroad, such as delays, high costs, and complex customs procedures.

Our new service is designed to remove these issues, providing you with a smoother delivery process for shipments from the UK to Bermuda.

With options for both air and sea freight, this service combines flexibility with affordability, ensuring your shipments arrive promptly and securely.

With decades of expertise in freight forwarding and logistics, Bermuda Forwarders ensures efficient, secure deliveries.

Managing Director Stephen Livesey said: “We are excited to be able to offer our small package solutions service to individuals and e-commerce businesses. Our many years of experience and expertise in shipping to Bermuda make us the ideal candidates for ensuring businesses get their products to their customers in a safe and timely fashion. It is designed to increase customer satisfaction for our clients, leading them to receive better reviews and increased business growth.”

Starting at just $130.00, our competitive pricing helps businesses save on shipping, while dedicated customer support provides assistance every step of the way.

Click here for a full price list.

Let us take care of the logistics, so you can focus on growing your business.

Contact us today to learn more about how our small package solutions can help your business.

Service Update

admin News 5 October 20235 October 2023 0 Comment

October Surcharges:

Supplementary Bunker Surcharge:
USD 335.00 per container

International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS):
USD 30.00 per container

For assistance and enquiries, please contact:

Bermuda Forwarders (UK) Limited
+44 (0) 161 870 3770
export@bermudaforwarders.co.uk

BEST Shipping
(441) 292 8080
info@best.bm

Service Update

admin News 10 July 202310 July 2023 0 Comment

Rate Reduction:

With effect 5th July, our ocean freight charges will be reduced as follows:

20ft Dry FCL : USD 250.00 per container reduction

LCL Shipments : USD 10.00 per cubic metre reduction

We also have reduced rates by air for both dry and chilled shipments as well as FCL reefer.
Please contact us with your requirements

July Surcharges:

Supplementary Bunker Surcharge:
USD 421.00 per container

International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS):
USD 30.00 per container

For assistance and enquiries, please contact:

Bermuda Forwarders (UK) Limited
+44 (0) 161 870 3770
export@bermudaforwarders.co.uk

BEST Shipping
(441) 292 8080
info@best.bm

Shipping household goods and personal effects to Bermuda

admin News 19 June 202319 June 2023 0 Comment

If you are looking to send goods or personal possessions to Bermuda, then it is important to plan ahead.

Moving can be a stressful experience at the best of times, so this handy guide will explain how to best move these items with the minimum of fuss and provide you with a stress-free experience.

Shipping options

When shipping from the UK to Bermuda, a range of shipping options are available. These include:

Full Container Load (FCL) by sea
Less than Container Load (LCL) by sea
Air Freight

Packing

Shipping goods to Bermuda require special packaging to ensure your items arrive safely. We are able to arrange a professional packing service which covers anything from one box to a full house move.

As with any move abroad, some items will not be accepted, so please ensure not to pack any of the following:

Plants
Liquids
Food
Jewellery
Explosives
Flammable substances
Batteries
Gas cylinders
Aerosol cans
Weapons
Lighters
Medicines

Insurance

While goods can be securely packaged, there is always an element of risk involved with sending items abroad, so we recommend that you insure anything being sent. For more information, our partner in Bermuda, BEST Shipping, will be able to help you further.

Shipping costs

Items will be charged for based on their size, weight, and their destination. Charges will also vary depending on whether you will be delivering the shipment or if we need to collect it, and if you will be collecting the shipment at its destination or if we will be delivering it to you. The shipping method will also have a bearing on costs.

Booking your shipment

Once you are ready to book your shipment then you will need to contact a member of our export team who will provide you with a Household Good/Personal Effects booking form. Please complete and sign this form and send it back for us to proceed with the shipment.

Arrival at destination

Once your shipment arrives in Bermuda, it will need to clear a customs check. Please provide an inventory of the items shipped along with the below forms:

Cash values of used household goods and personal effects form
HM Customs – Declaration of personal effects form
Standard work permit (if applicable)

Delivery

If you have asked us to deliver your shipment, then BEST Shipping will be in contact to arrange a delivery time. They can then either drop the items off at your door or provide a service whereby a team will move the items into your home and remove the packaging materials.

If you would like more advice about shipping goods and personal effects to Bermuda, please speak to our team today.

Service Update

admin News 5 June 20235 June 2023 0 Comment

June Surcharges:

Supplementary Bunker Surcharge:
USD 421.00 per container

International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS):
USD 30.00 per container

Shipping to Bermuda by Ocean or Air
How to calculate your costs

If you are looking to send goods or personal possessions to Bermuda via sea or air freight an important consideration will often be how much it costs.

Learn about this in our article below:

For assistance and enquiries, please contact:

Bermuda Forwarders (UK) Limited
+44 (0) 161 870 3770
export@bermudaforwarders.co.uk

BEST Shipping
(441) 292 8080
info@best.bm

Shipping to Bermuda by Ocean or Air – How to calculate your costs

admin News 17 May 202317 May 2023 0 Comment

If you are looking to send goods or personal possessions to Bermuda via sea or air freight an important consideration will often be how much it costs.

Managing the cost of international shipments from the UK to Bermuda requires careful planning, as many factors go into the cost calculations for shipping.

In fact, the various factors that affect the price that you pay for shipments to Bermuda are different depending on whether your freight is travelling by ocean or via air.

To help you understand these factors, and give you an idea of how your shipment costs are calculated we have prepared a helpful video:

If you are looking to minimise the costs of shipments, different steps and approaches can be taken, but you must first understand the basic principles of overseas freight.

Here are some tips to follow beforehand:

Choose the Right Mode of Transport: Ocean freight is typically cheaper than air freight, but it’s also slower. If speed isn’t a priority, consider shipping by sea. However, if the product is high-value or perishable, air freight could reduce costs associated with damage or spoilage.
Plan Ahead: Both air and ocean freight costs can fluctuate based on demand. By planning your shipments well in advance, you can avoid peak shipping times and secure lower rates. Last-minute bookings tend to be more expensive, so try to avoid these if possible.
Package Efficiently: The way your goods are packaged can impact the cost of shipping. Efficient packaging reduces the size and weight of your shipment, which can affect freight costs.

If you would like us to help you with the calculations for shipping goods or possessions from the UK to Bermuda, or vice versa, please speak to our team today.