Case Study 13: Exporting Crated Machinery from Singapore to Batam, Indonesia

Client Industry: Engineering / OEM Spare Parts
Cargo: 1 Large Wooden Crate (Machinery component)
Route: Singapore ➡ Batam, Indonesia
Service Provided: Wooden crating, cross-border export clearance, sea freight via Singapore-Batam RORO ferry
Background
A Singapore-based supplier of OEM mechanical components needed to ship a critical replacement unit to their client’s facility in Batam. The item was securely packed in a heavy-duty wooden crate and had to be delivered with full customs clearance and proof of delivery.
Challenges
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The item was bulky and heavy, requiring stable lashing for sea transport
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Indonesia import process required accurate HS code declaration, invoice, COO, and packing list
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Batam clearance required Indonesian consignee coordination for smooth delivery
Our Solution
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Provided custom wood crating, ISPM 15 certified and heat-treated for international shipment
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Coordinated export customs clearance in Singapore, including export permit and manifest filing
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Shipped the crate via RORO ferry from HarbourFront to Batam Center Port
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Worked closely with Batam consignee and forwarder for smooth import clearance
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Supplied POD (Proof of Delivery) and customs-stamped documents for client records
Result
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Shipment completed within 5 working days, no customs hold-ups
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Crate arrived in perfect condition thanks to proper handling and sea lashing
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Client later appointed us as their regular logistics partner for monthly Batam shipments
Aug 04,2025