How is a maritime move organized?

A maritime move is an ideal option for those who wish to transport large quantities of goods internationally.  How is it organized and what are its advantages?  Maison Genné, a company specializing in international moves in Brabant Walloon, tells you more.

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Why choose to move by sea?

International maritime move has many advantages, particularly in terms of cost, loading, capacity and security.

The specificities of a maritime move
A move by sea from Belgium allows you to transport your belongings to distant destinations such as the United States or Canada.  This transport system is especially suitable for moving a volume of goods that exceed 5m³.  In this case, transport by plane becomes impractical and very expensive.

The cost of a maritime move depends mainly on the distance and the services chosen.  It is advisable to use a company specializing in intercontinental moves, which often collaborates with local service providers to guarantee a smooth move.

However, it should be noted that a maritime move takes longer than air transport.  If you need certain goods urgently, it is recommended to send them by plane.

The advantages of a maritime move

Maritime move has several advantages:

• A large loading capacity: ships can accommodate much larger volumes than trucks or planes
• A wider geographical coverage: thanks to the number of ports around the world, maritime moves can connect many destinations
• A more affordable cost: compared to air transport, by boat is often much cheaper, especially for large volumes
• Security of goods: shipping containers protect your belongings against bad weather and possible damages. Security measures in ports and on ships are also very strict

How is a move in a shipping container organized?

When you move by sea, you can opt for partial transport, to the port, or complete transport, to your home.  You can also choose between a container dedicated solely to your belongings or opt for a maritime groupage, i.e. sharing a container with other customers.

Various steps must be taken during a maritime move.  These can be taken care of by a professional moving company:

• Furniture stamping: before shipping, your furniture and belongings are packed in special packaging, made up of layers of paper and corrugated cardboard. This method protects your furniture from shocks and ensures thermal insulation
• Management of custom’s formalities: your mover takes care of providing all the necessary documents to pass through customs on departure and arrival
• Packing list creation: all of your belongings are inventoried, labeled and listed on a list that will be checked on arrival

Would you like more information about Maison Genné’s international moving service in Brabant Walloon?

Maison Genné offers you a quality international moving service at the best price-quality ratio in Brabant Walloon (Lasne, Rixensart, La Hulpe, etc.). We transport your goods by sea or air to the destination of your choice.  If you have any questions, contact us by telephone or via the online form.