Accessorial Services
A term used to describe those services not directly related to the transportation of household goods. Typical accessorial services are disassembly of unique furniture items, i.e. pools table, swing set, satellite dish, appliance refrigerator, washer, dryer servicing, shuttle service, or special crating
Bill of Lading
A document issued by a transportation service provider, when the shipper relinquishes the household goods. The terms and conditions of the move are detailed on the document, as well as essential information about the shipper, the origin and destination addresses and the charges
Binding/Non-Binding Estimate
A binding estimate is an agreement made in advance with the mover that guarantees the total cost of the move based on the quantities and services shown on the estimate. A non-binding estimate is the carrier’s approximation of the cost based on the estimated weight of the shipment and the accessorial services requested. A non-binding estimate is not binding on the carrier and the final charges will be based on the actual weight and tariff provisions in effect.
Container (steamship/ocean)
Standard size is 20′, 40′ and limited availability of 40′ “high cube” and 45′ containers. Containers and chassis equipment are provided and owned by steamship companies.
Container Dimension
Exterior: Length = 20′ 0″, Width = 8′ 0′, Height = 8′ 6′
Interior: Length =19′ 5″, Width = 7′ 8′, Height = 7′ 6′
Door Openings: Width = 7′ 6′, Height = 7′ 5 1/2′
Capacity: Cubic Feet 1,165
Exterior: Length = 40′ 0″, Width = 8′ 0′, Height = 8′ 6′
Interior: Length =39′ 5″, Width = 7′ 8′, Height = 7′ 6′
Door Openings: Width = 7′ 6′, Height = 7′ 5 1/2′
Capacity: Cubic Feet 2,377
Cubic Feet
The basic unit of measurement describing the overall size of a shipment; the cubic capacity of a crate, lift van, container or air freight tri-wall container. The mathematical cubic foot symbol is f3
Customer Service Representative
The individual at NY International moving & Shipping who assists the shipper with all the details of their relocation. For any questions that arise; inquires, or shipment status, just call 212-267-SHIP
Customs Clearance
Review of the documentation and physical inspection of the contents of the household goods shipment by a customs official
Demurrage
The fee assessed for holding household goods in an ocean container, truck / trailer or other carrier owned equipment beyond the allowed time. Fees are charged for each day.
Density
A mathematical ratio between size (volume) and weight of a shipment.
Destination Agent
Agent located at or near your destination who provides necessary services and information at the end of your move
Door-To-Door Relocation
All of the moving services from your origin home to the new home at your final destination
Duty
A tax levied by a government on the value of the household goods imported or exported.
Estimate
A general calculation of the transportation charges, as well as costs for additional services requested by the customer. Includes an estimation of shipment weight.
ETA
Estimated Time (date) of Arrival.
Extra Pick-up / Extra Delivery
Household goods that are tendered by the shipper for pick-up at more than one origin and or delivery location
F.M.C
Federal Maritime Commission, the US Government Agency that regulates ocean steamship companies, port terminal companies and household goods freight forwarders
Gross Weight
The total weight of the ocean container, lift van or airfreight container along with the packing materials and the household goods. The container is weighed at qualified scales. The gross weight minus the tare (empty container or lift vans) weight equals the net weight of the shipment
Inventory
A document that lists each item and its condition at loading and at delivery. The origin service agent prepares your inventory, at the time NY International moving & shipping takes responsibility for the shippers household goods
Lift van Dimensions
External: Length = 7′ 1/4″ (85″ – 88″), Width = 3′ 3/4′ (45″ – 46″), Height = 7′ 1/4″ ( 87″)
Capacity: Cubic Feet 193 to 205
Lift vans (wood)
Specially constructed wood boxes used in international relocations. Lift van size can be from 180 f3 to 210 f3
Net Weight
The difference between the gross weight and the tare (empty) weight of a container, lift van or air freight container. This is the actual weight of a shipper’s household goods
Order for Service
The document authorizing the mover to transport your household goods
Origin Agent
Agent at origin responsible for performing packing and preparing necessary documentation.
Packing Certificate
A document signed by the shipper confirming services rendered. Services may include packing, unpacking, extra labor, appliance servicing, etc.
Permanent Storage
Household goods storage in a warehouse for an extended period (years) of time
Relocation Consultant
The agent sales representative responsible for providing the customer with an estimate of the cost of his/her move, as well as for answering any and all questions the customer might have with regard to the moving process
Service Agent
A service agent may provide any of the following : A firm that provides pre-move survey, packing, inventory, loading, residence to port transportation, ocean or air transportation, customs clearance, from port to residence delivery transportation, storage, unloading, unpacking of your household goods, packing material removal and post-move survey.
Shipper
The individual or family whose household goods are being transported and is the owner
Shuttle Service
Use of a smaller vehicle to provide service to residences that are not accessible to the mover’s normal linehaul equipment
Storage-in-Transit (SIT)
The temporary holding of a shipment in a warehouse facility, with the maximum period being 90 days. Charges are assessed monthly for storage costs, as well as warehouse handling fees, pick-up or delivery charges. S.I.T. can occur at origin or destination
Transit Time
The estimated days or weeks to transport your household goods from origin to destination
Tri-wall Containers
Special cardboard boxes or cartons designed to be used for air freight shipments of household goods or personal effects.
Valuation Schedule
A list that establishes, for insurance purposes, the value of the household goods that will be shipped. Ocean, air and storage shipments each require individual valuation schedules