Many traders who import their goods through the Turkish borders intend to distribute the cargo across Iran immediately. For this purpose, a proper warehousing in Urmia — as the gateway for the goods from Urmia and Bazargan customs — can reduce the cost and raise the delivery speed. In this article we review the practical points of warehousing the imported goods.
Why warehouse in Urmia?
Urmia has a special position: it is near the border, the storage cost is usually lower than Tehran and it is possible to distribute the goods to the west and northwest and then the whole country. These advantages make the warehousing in Urmia a smart choice for the shipments arriving from Turkey.
Note: before the clearance determine the distribution plan. If the goods already have an owner, long-term warehousing is not necessary and only adds a hidden cost.
The types of warehouse according to the type of goods
| Type of goods | Suitable warehouse | Key point |
|---|---|---|
| General and durable | covered general warehouse | arranging the packages and their stacking height |
| Sensitive to moisture | dry ventilated warehouse | controlling the humidity and the ventilation |
| Foodstuff and sanitary | warehouse in accordance with the standards | observing the sanitary conditions and the dates |
| Liquid and chemical | safety-equipped warehouse | separating and observing the safety rules |
If your goods are subject to standard and health permits, its storage conditions must necessarily follow the determined standard.
The proper storage points
A few simple actions preserve the quality of the goods during the storage period:
- Exact taking over: when receiving from the transport, check the distance from the export packaging and record any discrepancy.
- Arranging and access: placing the fast-moving goods within reach provides a faster turnover.
- Temperature and humidity control: for sensitive goods a continuous monitoring is necessary.
- Inventory management: identifying, the date of receipt and the declaration number on each pallet simplify the tracking.
The warehousing costs
The warehouse cost is usually calculated based on the area or the pallet. For a precise planning consider these items:
- the periodic rent (monthly/seasonal)
- the cost of moving and the labor
- the storage insurance
- the ancillary costs of electricity and the facilities
Do not forget that the warehousing is a part of the landed cost of the goods and must be seen in your pricing.
Distributing the goods across Iran
After the arrival, the goods must reach the destination:
- For bulky loads use full truckload (FCL).
- For small consignments, the less-than-truckload (LTL) distribution is more economical.
- The coordination with a reliable forwarder builds an orderly distribution network for you.
FAQ
Is the warehousing in Urmia economical?
For the shipments arriving from Turkey that intend to distribute in the west and northwest, yes; the lower storage cost than Tehran and the proximity to the border are an advantage.
What goods should not be stored for a long time?
The perishable goods, the foodstuff with a short date and the goods sensitive to the weather conditions should be distributed on time.
Is the Vira Farabar warehouse available?
Yes, the Vira Farabar Logistics set provides the warehousing and distribution services; see the details on the related page.
How should the warehouse inventory be recorded?
With an identifier, the date of arrival and the declaration number; the inventory management system simplifies the tracking and prevents the discrepancies.
The checklist of taking over the goods in the warehouse
- Match the number of packages, the weight and the packaging marks with the packing list
- Document and photograph the discrepancy or the damage before unloading
- Assign an identifier, the date of arrival and the customs declaration number to each pallet
- Store the goods sensitive to the humidity and the temperature in the right place
- Coordinate the distribution plan with the forwarder
Summary
A proper warehousing is the protection of your capital and the bridge that connects the goods to the market. With choosing the right warehouse for the type of the goods, observing the storage conditions and managing the cost, your imported cargo is distributed in the most profitable way. The Vira Farabar Logistics team completes the chain for you, from clearance to warehousing and distribution; more in the Vira Farabar logistics services.
