What is a move with express services?
When we speak of express transport, we are referring to several companies which we call express companies or “Courier companies” in English. Well known to the public, these companies are based all over the world: DHL, FedEx, UPS, TNT, Aramex … To name only the most famous.
How express companies charge for their services?
Before we jump into an explanation (albeit a simple one), we need to explain a very important concept that many of you make a mistake about. It is important not to forget to always compare the gross weight (on the scale) and the volumetric weight (depending on the dimensions). This notion is very important so as not to have a bad surprise on the day!
Volumetric weight Vs Gross weight
Differentiating the two is not very complex … On one hand, you have the gross weight that you get simply by weighing your goods. On the other hand, you have the volumetric weight, which is based on a very precise ratio: 1 m3 = 200 Kgs.
The carrier will use the heaviest weight to bill for the service.
Simulation of an Express transport price
Let’s say you sent 2 boxes with the following characteristics: volume of 1 m3 each and a weight of 75 Kgs each. In addition, the DHL price is 9 USD / Kgs.
Ultimately, your plot weighs 150 Kgs for a volume of 2 m3. Now we will compare the dimensional weight with the net weight.
On the one hand we have 150 Kgs in net weight, on the other the 2 m3 represents a volumetric weight of 400 Kgs. The transporter will thus be based on 400 Kgs which is the volumetric weight.
To determine the final price, simply multiply the price with the taxable weight: 400 * 9 = 3,600 USD
