Green Energy Drive
Port Agents are the first known logistics company in Jamaica to both import and utilize the 100% Electric Renault Twizy EV in our daily operations with an aim to distribute and provide product support for EV's in jamaica. This is in keeping to with our low carbon footprint drive, global warming reduction and our corporate responsibility.
Our Business Model
Our business model is simple, we operate as though every shipment is our very own. We offer a personalized and customizable service for individual importers and SME's alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do we go about making payments to Port Agents?
A: Payments may be done via PayPal, Wire Transfer, RTGS, Cash. Digital currency to include bitcoins will be also available soon
Q: How much is it to clear a car?
A: Duty prices vary as the duty is dependent on engine's cc rating, vehicle purchase cost, CIF value etc.
Q: What is a detention notice?
A: This is a notice issued by customs agency indicating that goods on the port have been indefinately detained pending further pertitent information, documentation or otherwise to duly satisfy the inpecting customs officer.
Q: How Long will my vehicle take to arrive from Japan?
A: Vehicles imported from Japan utilizes a RoRo vessel, simply meaning a Roll On-Roll Off vessel. Typically a vessel will take approximately 6 weeks depending on whether there are additional port stops example in Panama.
Q: I was told my items got marked up, what does that mean?
A: "Mark Up" is an increase added to the value of imported item by customs officer during the valuation process. Generally in this case the valuation process being used is one of "Similar Value" if this situation occurs it is imperative to provide ALL substaniating proof of purchase price of goods being imported.
Q: How much do you charge?
A: Our cost is dependent on the type of commodity being imported, volume and workload. We do offer very competetive pricing along with discounts and credit line for registered businesses conditions apply*
Q: What exactly is buyers assurance?
A: Buyer's Assurance is our unique partnership with our Chinese agents which guarantees your purchase, quality of purchase items, shipment and delivery. This service is offered predominantly to commercial imports from China.