Shipping a forklift, a tractor or equipment for a construction project isn’t the same as shipping a box. You need to coordinate transport within the US, choose the right ocean option and prepare the export documents. At Next Day Cargo we handle shipments of machinery and heavy equipment from Miami to Venezuela, from the point of origin to the final destination.
What heavy cargo we handle
We offer heavy cargo shipping, from forklifts to any kind of heavy material. Our team has broad experience handling construction materials and heavy equipment projects. The cargo we handle includes:
- Forklifts and tractors.
- Machinery and heavy equipment.
- Construction and roofing materials.
- Medical equipment.
- Vehicles and engines.
See more details at heavy and dangerous cargo.
Step 1: ground transport to Miami
If your equipment isn’t in Miami, we handle ground transport of products and equipment from anywhere in the United States. We manage the entire ground logistics process, and we also repack, relabel, segregate and consolidate loose, palletized or containerized cargo. More at ground transport.
To quote the ground leg, have ready:
- The origin and destination ZIP codes in the US.
- The number of pieces or items.
- The weight in pounds or kilos.
- The dimensions in inches or centimeters.
- A description of the equipment.
Step 2: choosing the ocean option
Machinery travels by sea, with departures from Miami every Friday and an estimated transit of 2 to 4 weeks, depending on Port of Miami traffic and customs in Venezuela. Depending on the size and type of equipment, we offer:
| Option | What it’s for |
|---|---|
| Exclusive container (FCL) | Equipment and parts that fit in a full container just for your cargo |
| Consolidated and loose cargo (LCL) | Smaller parts or equipment sharing a container |
| Ro/Ro | Rolling equipment and vehicles |
| Break bulk | Large or heavy cargo that doesn’t fit in a container |
| Barge | Depending on the project and route |
We help you choose the option after reviewing the measurements, weight and type of equipment.
Step 3: export documentation
We coordinate everything related to shipping and logistics, documentation and transport of heavy cargo. We work with cargo nationalization and consolidation (N.V.O.C.C.) and prepare the required export documents. Our customers benefit from our experience handling cargo through customs and from our relationships with customs brokers in several countries.
To process the shipment we need a copy of the equipment’s invoice or purchase receipt.
Step 4: protecting the cargo
For delicate parts or equipment we offer repacking in wooden crates, at an extra cost. Insurance terms depend on whether the shipment is door to door or not; ask us about them when you request your quote, especially for high-value equipment.
Step 5: payment and tracking
Shipments are prepaid. You can pay in dollars, in bolívares or a combination of both, by card, deposit or transfer. Follow your cargo with our package tracking.
Step 6: delivery in Venezuela
Door-to-door delivery is in the Caracas Metropolitan Area. If the equipment is going to the interior, we arrange delivery with a domestic carrier or a person with an address in Caracas; that leg has an extra cost paid to the carrier.
Spare parts and dangerous goods too
If you need to send urgent spare parts along with the machinery, you can ship them by air, leaving on Fridays and arriving in 3 to 4 business days. For batteries, oils, paints, chemicals and other dangerous goods, we’re IATA-certified agents for handling them; ask us before shipping.
How to request your quote
For commercial cargo, machinery or full containers, email us first at rates@nextdaycargo.com to plan the departure. Include:
- Description, make and model of the equipment.
- Measurements and weight.
- Current location of the equipment in the US.
- Delivery address in Venezuela.
- Value and invoice.
Frequently asked questions
Can you pick up machinery outside Florida?
Yes. We offer ground transport from anywhere in the United States.
How long does a machinery shipment to Venezuela take?
By sea, 2 to 4 weeks from the Friday departure, depending on the Port of Miami and customs in Venezuela.
Do you prepare the export documents?
Yes. We prepare the required export documents and advise you through the process.
What if the equipment doesn’t fit in a container?
For cargo that doesn’t fit in a container we offer break bulk, and Ro/Ro for rolling equipment.
Let’s talk about your project
With 35 years of experience, Next Day Cargo coordinates your machinery shipment from start to finish. Message us on WhatsApp at +1 305-477-3451, call (305) 477-3451 or email rates@nextdaycargo.com or info@nextdaycargo.com. In Caracas: 0212-720-4773. See also our ocean cargo and shipping to Venezuela pages. You can also use our contact page.
