Moving Machinery from Japan Starts with Knowing the Machine
Quick answer: With Transpo Logistics, a Japan-to-Thailand machinery move starts by knowing the machine before booking transport: model, serial number, photos, dimensions, weight and centre of gravity. That data drives packaging, lifting points, special vehicles or cranes and the factory access survey, so the plan is right the first time.
Why know the machine before booking
Japanese machines are often high-precision equipment. Booking space or trucks before confirming real dimensions, weight and centre of gravity can force packaging, vehicle or crane changes later, moving both cost and schedule. Model and serial data also keep import documents consistent with the cargo.
From machine data to packing, lifting and site access
With clear data, the team selects packaging and moisture protection for sea or air, defines safe lifting points, chooses special vehicles or cranes at destination and checks the factory route, door sizes, height and floor capacity before the cargo leaves Japan.
Check HS codes, JTEPA and BOI conditions
Before import, confirm the HS code and any duty benefit under JTEPA, plus documents that must match BOI conditions for promoted projects. Early checks reduce the risk of cargo held at customs and unplanned costs.
Separate planned machinery from urgent spare parts
Main machinery can usually be planned ahead and suits ocean freight. Parts a production line is waiting for need an urgent air plan. Keeping the two separate gives each the right route and budget.
FAQ
What do we need to request a quote?
Model, serial number, photos, dimensions, weight, centre of gravity, pickup address in Japan, destination factory in Thailand and the required installation date.
How can JTEPA help?
Eligible goods with a valid certificate of origin may receive reduced or zero import duty, so check the HS code and conditions before shipping.
Plan your machinery shipment from Japan with Transpo: see our Customs Clearance and Project Moving services or call +66 2 105 8651.
