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Frequently Asked Questions

I see your office locations don’t match with my physical location. Can I still use Aromarkshipping? 
EDI, API, JSON, XML, CSV, and other delimited files. Aromarkshipping’s Professional Services team also works with customers to build custom integrations.

Do you have a minimum number of shipments that we must book with you? 
Absolutely. Aromarkshipping provides end to end coverage, globally. In areas where we do not have our own offices, we have aligned with strategic partners to provide our clients with best in class local operations. Each strategic partner is held to the same strict standards of compliance and service to which we hold ourselves. 

Do vendors have to book via the Platform? 
The Aromarkshipping Platform is designed to streamline booking submission between you and your supplier. If your supplier chooses not to use the Platform to submit and manage bookings, Aromarkshipping is able to accept bookings via email. 

How long does it take to get set up with Aromarkshipping? 
Once Aromarkshipping is able to confirm the lanes and estimated volume, implementation can take around four to six weeks before we begin to move your ocean shipments.

What client systems do you integrate with?
EDI, API, JSON, XML, CSV, and other delimited files. Aromarkshipping’s Professional Services team also works with customers to build custom integrations. 

Do you have a minimum number of shipments that we must book with you? 
No, there is no minimum number of bookings. However, pricing depends on the lane and volume you’d like to move. Please reach out to our Sales team to discuss further. 
 
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