Questions we are asked
What buyers in the Caucasus and Central Asia ask about the two legs.
Getting there
Do you ship machinery to Kazakhstan?+
Yes. The usual route is by sea to Aktau on the Caspian, then overland to your site. We quote the sea leg and your local hauler handles the land leg.
Can you send equipment to Georgia?+
Yes, to Poti or Batumi. Both are straightforward ports for machinery and both serve as gateways for cargo moving further into the region.
How do machines reach Uzbekistan or Kyrgyzstan?+
By sea to a Caspian or Black Sea port, then by rail or road across the border. The land leg is a real part of the cost and needs to be budgeted from the start.
Do you quote to Baku in Azerbaijan?+
Yes. Baku is the main Caspian entry point for the Caucasus and the sensible route for anything continuing further east.
The overland leg
Why is shipping to a landlocked country more complicated?+
Because there are two journeys rather than one, and the second involves borders, rail capacity and road permits. None of it is difficult, but it has to be planned rather than assumed.
Do you arrange the overland transport as well?+
No, and we would rather be honest about that. The land leg is best arranged by hauliers who work those routes daily, and we will hand over cleanly at the port.
How much does the overland leg add to the cost?+
It varies with distance, border crossings and whether the machine moves by rail or road. Get a local quotation before you commit, because on long inland routes it can be a significant share of the total.
Can a machine travel by rail across Central Asia?+
Yes, and for longer distances rail is often the sensible choice. Your local agent will advise which works better for your particular route and machine size.
Machines and buying
What machines are in demand in Central Asia?+
Excavators and rollers for road and infrastructure work, and loaders for quarrying and aggregate. Cold weather starting matters here, so ask us about the condition of the batteries and the starting system.
Do your machines cope with cold winters?+
The machines themselves are used in cold climates worldwide, but ask us before you buy so we can check the starting system and tell you what to prepare for your first winter.
Is buying from China cheaper for Central Asian buyers?+
Usually yes, and the sea leg is shorter than for most regions. The overland leg is where the cost sits, so factor that in when you compare against a local purchase.
Can you hold a machine while I arrange inland transport?+
Tell us your timing and we will be straight with you about where the machine stands. Anything we agree is put in writing so you can plan the land leg with confidence.
