THG Corp Members are: The Hope Group, Hope Air Systems, Sorensen Systems, The Leen Company, Leen Company Bangor, Manchester Parker Store, Fitchburg Parker Store and Bosworth Fluid Connectors.
Routing instructions for Domestic shipping. Please read carefully and direct any questions to the listed contacts. Thank you.
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Domestic Shipment Routing Instructions - (excluding Drop Shipments)
Background: These instructions supersede and take precedence over all previous routing instructions issued. Any questions concerning these instructions should be direct via E-mail to lrobinson@thehopegroup.com
Application: These instructions apply to THG Corp suppliers inbound collect F.O.B. Origin shipments destined for THG locations throughout New England.
Implications: Sellers’ failure to comply with these routing instructions will result in Seller liability for excess and/or reversal of freight charges and a $100 administrative expense.
FREE ON BOARD (FOB) – Legal term used to designate the place at which the transfer of ownership (Title of Goods) takes place.
FOB Origin – Transfer of ownership occurs at Seller’s point of loading. THG Corp is responsible for loss and/or damage. THG Corp designates carrier. Seller must ship freight collect to THG Corp.
FOB Destination – Transfer of ownership occurs at THG Corp/designated receiving dock. Seller is responsible for freight costs (must ship prepaid). Seller is responsible for loss and/or damage to goods while in transit. Seller designates carriers.
Preferred Terms – FOB Origin – Effectively utilizes negotiated corporate agreements and discounts with our carriers. Assures THG Corp to control and reduce transportation (freight) costs. Selection of safe and established carriers.
STANDARD ROUTING INSTRUCTIONS
Shipper/Seller must reference on all freight documents, including the carrier’s documents (i.e. Waybill, Bill of Lading, Airway Bill) any applicable THG Corp Purchase Order Number(s) (in reference field # 1) and applicable Purchase Order Line Item Number(s).
Shipper/Seller must reference the appropriate (by location) THG carrier account number (if applicable).
Prepay & Add shipments/charges (including handling charges & inbound freight charges) are not authorized and Seller will not be reimbursed.
C.O.D. Shipments will not be accepted (without prior approval
from traffic manager).
Do not insure or declare value on any shipment with value less
than $1,000.00.
THG Corp items/part number(s) must appear on all packing
sheets & items.
THG Corp does not accept Third Party shipments without prior written approval from customer service manager or traffic manager.
NOTE: Any use of THG Corp shipping account numbers for shipment to Non-THG facilities will result in a charge back for all charges as well as a $100 administrative fee.
Transportation Routing
THG Corp only accepts the following carriers
Parcel Shipments 1- 100 lbs.
UPS Collect – account number required and varies by location
Domestic Drop Shipment Routing Instructions - (for regular Domestic Shipping – see above)
Background: These instructions supersede and take precedence over all previous routing instructions issued. Any questions concerning these instructions should be via E-mail to lrobinson@thehopegroup.com.
Application: These instructions apply to The Hope Group suppliers shipping to Hope Group customers on behalf of The Hope Group.
Implications: Sellers’ failure to comply with these routing instructions will result in Seller liability for excess and/or reversal of freight charges and a $100 administrative expense.
FREE ON BOARD (FOB) – Legal term used to designate the place at which the transfer of ownership (Title of Goods) takes place.
FOB Origin – Transfer of ownership occurs at Seller’s point of loading. The Hope Group is responsible for loss and/or damage. The Hope Group designates carrier. Seller must ship freight collect to The Hope Group.
FOB Destination – Transfer of ownership occurs at The Hope Group/designated receiving dock. Seller is responsible for freight costs (must ship prepaid). Seller is responsible for loss and/or damage to goods while in transit. Seller designates carriers.
Preferred Terms – FOB Origin – Effectively utilizes negotiated corporate agreements and discounts with our carriers. Assures The Hope Group to control and reduce transportation (freight) costs. Selection of safe and established carriers
STANDARD ROUTING INSTRUCTIONS
Shipper/Seller must reference on all freight documents, including the carrier’s documents (i.e. Waybill, Bill of Lading, Airway Bill) any applicable Customer Mark Number(s) (in reference field # 1) and applicable Purchase Order Line Item Number(s).
Prepay & Add Drop Shipments are acceptable if stated on
Purchase Order
Collect Drop Shipments must be made via specified carrier using provided customer account numbers. Note - The Hope Group account numbers provided are not to be used for Drop Shipments.
The Hope Group does not accept Third Party shipments without prior written approval from th traffic manager or customer service manager.
If no account number is provided please contact the Traffic Manager via E-mail at lrobinson@thehopegroup.com prior to shipping for written instructions.
Any deviation to shipping terms, without written authority from the Traffic Manager, will result in a reversal of all freight charges as well as a $100 administrative fee.
NOTE: Any use of The Hope Group shipping account numbers for shipment to Non-Hope Group facilities will result in a charge back for all charges as well as a $100 administrative fee.
For More Information: The information provided here was designed to assist you in preparing and handling shipments in conformity with our requirements. We appreciate your cooperation and would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
