Tag Archives: International

Sending Large Parcels

Posted on by
Reply

There is a golden rule that a surprising amount of people don’t realise when it comes to sending parcels: it’s all about striking the balance between the size and the weight. Just because you’re sending a tiny parcel, it doesn’t mean you will be paying next to nothing to send it if it is very heavy, and equally a large box won’t necessarily mean paying a fortune if you’re only sending pillows.

When you’re thinking about how you will package your items, think about the best way to fit them into as small a space as possible. In a way, it is like Tetris – if you can slot things together and utilise all the space in a box effectively, you can keep costs down. The larger the parcel, the more you will pay for the size. For example, if you are posting two new pairs of shoes, by simply doing away with the shoeboxes you can save a lot of space and fit both pairs into the equivalent space of one box.

If you’re sending multiple items, it may well end up costing less to send your items in separate small boxes, as very large boxes will come with a premium postage cost to match as they are difficult to transport and deliver. Lots of small items may require a massive box to send in one package, but by splitting this into more manageable parcels you might be able to reduce your packaging costs.

Also make sure you’re not using a box too big for what you’re actually sending. This can push the cost up even though you’re not using all the space inside, which is a waste of money. Find a box into which the item fits as well as possible to only spend the money necessary to send the parcel.

We offer competitive rates on sending large parcels at RAND, so use our quote finder today to find out how much it will cost you to send your large package abroad.

Packaging Items For Sending Abroad

Posted on by
Reply

We’re back with a useful post today about how best to package your items when you’re sending them abroad. It’s not quite as simple as sending something domestically, as there is much more chance of something getting damaged in transit on a long journey to a foreign country. While RAND takes every possible measure to minimise the potential for damage to your items during transit, it will be better for your peace of mind if you know your items are packaged well.

Firstly, regardless of the item you’re sending, we would highly recommend sending your items in a cardboard box. Some people think that soft items which can’t get damaged easily can be wrapped in brown parcel paper, but there are lots of reasons this isn’t ideal. It can get ripped or disintegrate if it becomes wet, and it won’t provide the right level of protection for your item.

Find a box a couple of inches larger than the items you wish to send to allow room for packing materials, and check along all the ‘seams’ to make sure it won’t burst open. Useful packing materials include scrunched up newspaper, polystyrene packing beads and foam shapes, along with our trusty favourite, bubblewrap. Wrap your item in bubblewrap if it is fragile, and place it in the box surrounded with foam or paper to keep it in place and act as a buffer against the sides of the box.

Use a strong parcel tape to secure everything inside, being sure to check all the edges and corners again. Make sure the address is written clearly on the box, either in neat block capitals or in the form of a printed label to make sure our couriers can read it easily! We will then take care of the rest.

For a reliable courier service, you can count on RAND to deliver.

International Students in the UK

Posted on by
Reply

Are you an international student coming to the UK to study for the year? If so, read on, because we might have the solution to one of the common frustrations of international student life. When you come to the UK, you will no doubt be laden with luggage, and might already be wondering how you’re going to get it all home on your own.

This is without even thinking about all the little extras you’ll buy while you’re here. You might need to buy extra course books or go on a shopping spree or pick up souvenirs for the family, which makes the daunting task even more alarming. However, have you ever considered sending your luggage internationally with a courier company?

RAND offers great rates on packages sent to all countries, so it can make it easier for you to simply post your souvenirs and other little bits and pieces home without having to take them with you in your luggage. Use our quote finder to find out for yourself about our very reasonable rates, and you should be able to get your items home without worry.

Students Studying Abroad?

Posted on by
Reply

Students! Listen up: if you’re off on your year abroad in September, you’re probably looking around your bedroom and wondering how on Earth you’re going to manage with all those suitcases on your own. Even if Mum and Dad are taking a suitcase each, there’s still a lot to take with you for an entire year. Thankfully, RAND is here to help.

A better idea than taking all your luggage yourself is to send it to your new accommodation, wherever in the world that may be, with a courier such as RAND. It means you don’t have to pay over the odds to take extra hold luggage on the plane, you can avoid having to manoeuvre four suitcases at once through a busy airport and it’s one less thing to worry about at the luggage carousel.

We offer excellent rates for packages sent all over the world, so whether you’re off to the US, China, Europe or anywhere else, get a quote today to make the start of your year abroad go without a hitch.

RAND Launch New Mobile App

Posted on by
Reply

We’re really pleased to announce that we’ve created a new mobile app so that you can use our services and get advice about sending your parcels abroad with RAND on the go! The app offers the same easy to use style as the full web version to make it even more straight forward to organise your courier deliveries when you can’t get to a computer.

Get quotes, book your courier delivery and track the whereabouts of your parcels wherever you are so that you don’t have to wait to get into the office or get home to find out where your parcels have got to. This makes our service more flexible than ever before. You will always have the most up to date information about your delivery for added peace of mind, and you can stay on top of things at all times.

Even better, it’s completely free! Get yourself over to the Google Play Store now to find out more and to download the app.

Got Goods for South Africa?

Posted on by
Reply

You know that RAND Logistics can get your parcel to South Africa for the most competitive rates, right? How low are our prices? We can get your goods to South Africa from the UK from as little as £26.25!

We offer rock bottom rates with no loss in quality of service. With RAND your goods are tracked and insured, handled with complete professionalism at every stage of the journey. So find out why our customers keep coming back to us by getting a quote today.

Sending Parcels to Russia This Summer?

Posted on by
Reply

If you’re considering sending a parcel to Russia in summer 2013, make sure it’s with RAND. We can offer competitive rates and a reliable service so that you don’t need to worry about your package. Your friends and relatives will be overjoyed to receive their gift from you, and you will know that your parcel is being handled with care by couriers that promise to deliver every time.

Planning Ahead for Sending Christmas Presents Abroad

Posted on by
Reply

It might seem like a long way away now, but we’re more than halfway through the year and Christmas will be upon us before we know it. If you want to get organised this year, get a quote from RAND for your Christmas presents sooner rather than later. We can send parcels all over the world, from the US to India to Russia. No matter where your family and friends are during the festive season, it’s important that you show them you’re thinking of them at this special time of year. We offer fantastic rates and a brilliant service, so that we can take a load off your mind this Christmas.

Big in Japan

Posted on by
Reply

Did you know RAND Logistics can offer some of the lowest rates available on international shipping to Japan?

If you’ve got to send a parcel to Japan then be sure to get an instant online quote from us because we’re confident you won’t find a cheaper option. We can get your goods from the UK to Japan from just £17. That’s less than a fifth of a penny per mile!

The land of the rising sun has never been easier and cheaper to reach.

Get an INSTANT online quote

Posted on by
Reply

We don’t need to go away and think about it. No matter where you’re looking to send goods across the globe, get an instant online quotation from RAND Logistics and you can have your parcel booked and ready for shipping within seconds.

It really is that easy. Simply visit the quote and book page and enter your parcel’s destination, weight and dimensions to get an immediate online quote on the best possible rate we can offer.