Why Choose Us?

The client needs to specify which service they require. Is it solely transportation, freight services, mediation/advising for self-execution, a comprehensive package including both transport and advisory, potential escorts and permits, and freight forwarding?
Based on the scope defined, the necessary data for Octopus to prepare a quote is then determined.

• - Definition of the services needed by the client,
• - Weight, dimensions of the cargo,
• - Pickup and delivery locations of the cargo,
• - Desired transit time,
• - Type of cargo (potential ADR or reefer transport).

Excluding drugs and other substances prohibited by law, there is always a way and method to transport cargo. We have access to road, sea, air, and/or rail transport options.
With the necessary permits, route analyses, temporary closures of roads and road sections, escorts, etc., we can transport almost anything.

In road transportation, we have various means of transporting goods available: vans, trucks, trailers, semitrailers, and numerous special vehicles. Special vehicles include tankers, refrigerated trucks, isothermal vehicles, container transporters, etc.
Special attention is given to exceptional or oversized transports, which are generally more expensive and require special permits and trained personnel. We have refrigerated trucks for transporting perishable goods quickly, as well as vehicles for transporting live animals, hazardous substances, heavy loads, oversized cargo, liquids, and sensitive goods.
Based on the information provided by the client, we work together to find the optimal solution. If necessary, the cargo is transported using special vehicles, escorts are organized, and additional securing or packaging of the cargo may be implemented for safety.

The cost of transportation typically includes fuel costs, tolls, driver wages, vehicle depreciation, vehicle insurance, and regular parking fees incurred due to mandatory driver rest or transit times.

• - Costs for opening and closing transit routes,
• - Customs clearance, if not included in the offer,
• - Standby fees, which are not dependent on the carrier and extend the transit time,
• - Parking fees resulting from incorrect, inaccurate, incomplete, etc., cargo documents,
• - Fines for overweight or other penalties resulting from incorrect order information,
• - Storage, if not included in the offer,
• - Transshipment, if not included in the offer,
• - Escorts, if not included in the offer.

The price of transportation depends on several factors.

• - Quantity of cargo – dimensions of the cargo used to calculate the space (LDM) it will occupy,
• - Weight of the cargo,
• - Loading and unloading locations,
• - Timeframe for delivery.

In case of additional requirements such as customs procedures, storage, extremely short delivery timeframes, special loading or unloading conditions, or the weight of the cargo, the price is adjusted accordingly.

It's important for the client to provide all relevant information before ordering, as this can significantly impact the execution. Typically, there are multiple time and cost solutions available to meet various needs.

We primarily use pallets for transportation. The most common types are the Euro pallet and the industrial pallet. Both have the same width of 1.2 meters, but different lengths: the Euro pallet is 0.80 meters long, while the industrial pallet is 1 meter long.

• - 0.4 Ldm (loading meters)
• - Half the width of the trailer (i.e., 120 cm) multiplied by 0.8 meters equals 0.4 Ldm.
• - Considering the trailer width is approximately 2.4 meters, 1 Ldm equals 2.4 square meters.
• - If the trailer length is 13.6 meters, the cargo space is 13.6 Ldm, suitable for 33 (+1 exception) Euro pallets.

• - 0.5 Ldm (loading meters)
• - Half the width of the trailer (i.e., 120 cm) multiplied by 1 meter equals 0.5 Ldm.
• - If the trailer length is 13.6 meters, the cargo space is 13.6 Ldm, suitable for 26 industrial pallets.

Cargo isn't always placed on pallets, but these examples provide a basis for calculating how much space cargo will occupy.

Customers have several options.
They can send an inquiry using the contact form or email one of the contacts listed on the website. The most preferred and quickest method is to send an email with details and make a phone call to one of the contacts.

A contract is not necessary. However, formal written communication is required, detailing what the client (you) need, our possible solutions, the timeline for implementation, agreed-upon pricing, etc.

The carrier must have freight liability insurance in place and provide a certificate upon accepting the transport order. This insurance covers the carrier's liability for damage to the goods they have taken for transportation. The coverage is limited per kilogram of gross weight as per legal regulations or the CMR convention.
Cargo owners can also opt for cargo insurance, which insures the goods themselves. In this case, the cargo is insured regardless of who loads or unloads it. With cargo insurance, the insured party also selects the level and scope of coverage.
Cargo insurance not only covers transportation but also potential storage and handling of the goods.

The complexity of our operations and the unique nature of certain shipments require a diverse network of contracted carriers. The status of goods or delivery is monitored and communicated to customers multiple times daily. If needed, we also arrange all necessary documents related to loading, unloading, storage, etc..
In exceptional cases, upon accepting an order, we can arrange for online access to continuous tracking of the location and route of the vehicle transporting the cargo.

European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road. It covers road traffic regulations, cargo insurance, and the marking of dangerous substances.

ADR acronym: Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route

A customs document used to avoid customs formalities when temporarily importing samples, advertising materials, professional/research equipment, products for exhibition or fairs into foreign countries.

By obtaining a CEMT permit (issued by the European Conference of Ministers of Transport), a carrier based in a CEMT member state is authorized to perform international road transport of goods between CEMT member states or in transit through the territory of one or more CEMT member states.

CEMT acronym: European Conference of Ministers of Transport

CMR (Convention relative au contrat de transport international de marchandises par route) is an agreement governing international road transportation. It regulates orders and their execution, guarantees for delays, loss, damage to cargo, and includes regulations on claims. In practice, the term is often incorrectly used to refer to the CMR consignment note.

CMR acronym: Convention relative au contrat de transport international de marchandises par route

Cargo that does not fill the entire truck but only partially. It allows for the consolidation of multiple smaller shipments and the loading and unloading of cargo.

LTL acronym: Less Than Truckload

Form for declaring dangerous goods used for transport by water. It must be completed in accordance with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.

DGD abbreviation: Dangerous goods declaration

Document confirming the origin of goods and is a key factor in implementing trade policy measures. For shipments with proven EU origin, a EUR.1 certificate is issued, enabling buyers in countries with agreements with the Union to pay customs duties at a reduced rate.

Term used for transporting chilled or deep-frozen cargo that requires a precise temperature regime.

Cargo that fully loads a truck.

FTL abbreviation: Full Truck Load

Collection, transportation, and delivery of cargo within a specified timeframe, typically within 24 hours.

Transport of goods with unusual dimensions (height - width - length) and/or weight, requiring special permits (and escort vehicles).

The process of taking goods out of the customs territory of the European Union to a third country or territory that is not part of the customs territory of the Union.

The transport of goods within a country for payment using vehicles of a foreign transport company. It can only be carried out with vehicles over 3.5 tonnes and is subject to time and quantity limitations.

A document containing comprehensive information about substances being shipped (composition, potential hazards, handling instructions, and storage recommendations). It ensures the safety of all individuals handling the substance and protects the environment from potential harm. It is issued by the manufacturer.

A loading meter is 1 meter of loading space on a truck in length. 1 loading meter = width of the vehicle (2.46m) x 1m length.

A standard pallet built to standardized specifications, dimensions 1200×800×144 mm, weight approximately 20-25kg, minimum load capacity of 1 ton.

EPAL abbreviation: European Pallet Association

The CMR consignment note is a standardized form used for international transports involving at least one CMR member state (destination or originating).

The customs transit procedure (T1) allows goods to be transported across customs territories. The procedure facilitates the movement of non-Union goods within the EU customs territory and defers the payment of customs duties and other taxes.

Import is the process of bringing goods from a third country or territory (from a country or territory where the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union does not apply) that is not part of the customs territory of the Union.

MRN (Movement Reference Number) is a accompanying export document printed by the customs export office upon acceptance of the electronic export declaration and release of the goods for export.

TIR CARNET is a customs document that simplifies customs formalities in international goods transport. It covers customs duties and taxes in case of misuse. The procedure in road transport is governed by the Customs Convention on the International Transport of Goods under the TIR Carnet.

TIR acronym: Transport International par la Rout

The internal transit procedure (T2) is used for community goods when shipping from one point of the Community customs territory to another, but through the territory of one or more EFTA countries (currently 4 member states). It is not applicable when the goods are transported entirely by sea or air.

EFTA acronym: European Free Trade Association

Document certifying the Community status of goods traveling from Community countries to Bulgaria, Romania, or Greece via non-EU territories (Serbia, Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina).