Imagine the sticker shock of seeing an already hefty bill suddenly balloon tenfold.
This exact situation happened to a business owner attempting to import a container with $4,000 worth of product, only to have it stuck at the Port of Vancouver. Due to backlogs and confusion, he was hit with an additional $40,000 in charges—yes, that's $40,000 in fees for a shipment valued at just $4,000.
While the expert team at Sandhar Trucking was able to intervene, these scenarios can happen all too often when consumers don’t work with an experienced and knowledgeable transportation company in Vancouver. And with more than three decades in business, that’s precisely what Sandhar Trucking brings to the table.
“When the customer finally reached out to us, we were able to complete the appropriate paperwork, which allowed us to move the container in-bond to our warehouse the very next day and that stopped all the charges,” explains Aaron Sandhar, general manager of Sandhar Trucking. “The importer expressed his gratitude, but wished he contacted our company sooner, so that he could have saved over $40,000.”
Sandhar Trucking operates in the rare space of being able to seamlessly combine dependability and longevity throughout an operation that touches on everything transport-related across Canada: importers, exporters, freight forwarders, distribution companies, manufacturers, custom brokers or anyone that requires transportation or warehousing services.
This is a company with an unparalleled competitive advantage seen across four key areas:
Container trucking with approved access
Sandhar Trucking is one of roughly 70 companies in Canada that has access to all ports in Vancouver, along with CN and CP rail. The Port of Vancouver is the largest port in Canada and second largest port in North America, where approximately $305 billion in goods is traded annually, with more than 170 trading economies.
“This demonstrates the importance of our services to Canadian importers and exporters and the overall economy,” Sandhar says.
Abundant warehouse space bonded by the Canada Border Service Agency
Measuring 175,000 square feet, Sandhar Trucking operates one of the largest bonded warehouses in Greater Vancouver that’s approved to handle Canada Customs shipments. A bonded warehouse is a secure facility where goods that haven't cleared customs can be stored without immediate payment of duties or taxes. This capability is rare, with only a limited number of warehouses and trucking companies in the area being bonded.
“Having a bonded warehouse is crucial for businesses needing to store goods that haven't cleared Canadian customs, as this offers flexibility and potential cost savings,” Sandhar says.
Both less-than-truckload and full truckload services across Canada
Boasting a comprehensive range of five-ton trucks, flat-decks, 53’ trailers and more, Sandhar Trucking provides services that range across Canada. It’s a purpose-built fleet that delivers solutions across container trucking, warehousing and logistics to ensure goods are moved efficiently from the port to their final destination.
Peace of mind
Safety, security and assurance – with six secure yards located throughout Greater Vancouver to store goods and equipment, Sandhar Trucking provides all three in spades.
Future growth
The company plans to continue its growth and commitment to excellence in the coming months. To that end, Sandhar will add a custom broker service in early 2025 to add to the one-stop-shop-experience that customers can receive.
“This will be an additional value-added service that Sandhar Trucking can offer because this cuts out the need to find a different custom broker agent and streamlines the delivery process in a way that almost no other trucking companies in Canada can offer,” Sandhar says. “When their goods arrive into Canada from the U.S. or overseas, Sandhar will be able to clear those shipments and deliver them to the final destination.”
For seamless logistics and top-notch service tailored to your needs, visit sandhartrucking.com today and discover how their expertise can make a difference for your business.
