Frequently asked questions

What is CMR?

CMR stands for "Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road".

The CMR waybill is a contract of carriage and a contract of carriage of goods. Pursuant to Article 2230 of the Civil Law, with the contract of carriage, the carrier undertakes to transfer the items handed over by the consignor for an agreed fee from one place to another specified place, handing them over to the addressee.

Article 5 of the Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road (CMR) stipulates that the CMR waybill is signed (a contract of carriage is concluded) by the consignor and the carrier. This article also states that signatures may be printed typographically or replaced with stamps, if this is permitted by the law of the country where the waybill is drawn up.

What is bulk cargo?

Bulk cargo is cargo that is not packaged in any way, but is transported in large volumes, in its natural form. Mostly these loads are very heavy and bulky and are transported by ships, trains as well as trucks. These loads can be either dry or liquid, so they will usually be loaded with special equipment and aids such as tractors, pumps, conveyors and other equipment adapted to the specific production.

The most popular types of dry bulk cargo:

• Grains and spices
• Pellets
• Coal
• Splinters
• Fertilizers
• Sand, gravel

What is included in the range of services of SIA "SANAT"?

• Freight transportation in Latvia and the Baltics;
• Cargo transportation in Europe;
• Bulk cargo transportation in Latvia and the Baltics;
• Car and truck service;
• Sales of car and truck spare parts and accessories;

Why choose SIA “SANAT”?

SIA "SANAT" is a transport service company with more than 30 years of experience in this field, which stands out for punctuality, customer satisfaction and reliability, as well as for a personal approach to each customer and his needs.

How to request Your cargo?

To learn more and apply for the transportation of your cargo, contact our specialists – Contacts

How much does freight transport cost?

Costs depend on various factors – the country of destination, the size of the cargo, the delivery term, as well as the specifics of the cargo, for example, whether it is a dangerous (ADR) cargo or a non-standard size. To find out the cost of specific cargo transportation, fill out the form and send us a price request in the section - Freight transportation.