Questions we are asked
What buyers in Uruguay and Paraguay ask about the two legs of the journey.
Your route
Do you ship machinery to Uruguay?+
Yes, to Montevideo. It is a well run port that handles machinery regularly, which makes it one of the easier destinations on this side of the continent.
How does a machine reach Paraguay?+
Through Montevideo, then inland by river or road. Paraguay has no coast, so the second leg is part of the journey and part of the cost.
Can you quote the inland leg to Asuncion?+
No, and we would rather say so plainly. We quote the sea leg to Montevideo, and the river or road leg is best arranged by hauliers who run that corridor regularly.
Is Montevideo a good port for machinery?+
It is, and it is well used to transit cargo moving further inland, which is exactly what a Paraguayan buyer needs.
Cost and timing
How much does it cost to ship a machine to Montevideo?+
It varies with the machine and the sailing when you book. Send us the machine and we will quote it with the freight included as one figure.
How long does shipping from China to Uruguay take?+
It is one of the longer voyages we handle and often involves a transhipment. Tell us your timing and we will confirm the real transit for the service available.
Is it worth importing from China at this distance?+
In this market it usually is, because the local price for used equipment is high relative to what China offers. The freight is significant but the machine saving is larger.
Should I ship more than one machine to make it worthwhile?+
On a long lane like this it helps a great deal. Sharing the freight across two or three machines brings the cost per unit down noticeably.
Practical matters
What machines suit work in this region?+
Excavators and loaders for civil and agricultural infrastructure, and rollers for road work. Tell us the job and we will size it properly.
Who handles clearance at Montevideo?+
A licensed local agent you appoint. Get them engaged before arrival so the machine does not sit accruing charges while paperwork is arranged.
Are there restrictions on used machinery in this region?+
Requirements vary and can change, so confirm the current position with your clearing agent before committing to a machine.
Can you send the documents ahead of the vessel?+
Yes. The invoice, packing list and bill of lading are prepared before sailing and sent to you so your agent can prepare in advance.
