Container shipping Rotterdam to Papeete
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Rotterdam to Papeete (PFPPT)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it’s convenient much more environmental friendly than air freight. Importing a container overseas with liquids or semi-finished goods can be outsourced to e.g. Sea Lead Shipping. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from many different types of shipping containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: Full Container Load (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we share dedicated information regarding international transport Papeete (PF PPT). We provide you with practical information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You will also find a step-by-step import plan. Mail us with your needs and we get you a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, staunch and cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is perfect for international relocations and shipping food or personal effects.
- The Port of Papeete is an important logistics artery in French Polynesia.
- The range of containers includes: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Tank, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Papeete (PFPPT) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your articles are packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will reserve a container for you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of origin (POO) Papeete (PF PPT), and will be shipped by ocean to the addressee at the arrival port. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the list below we provide you with details about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Papeete |
| Country of destination | French Polynesia |
| Port Code | PFPPT |
| Transportation time | +/- 53 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Local address | BP 9164 Motu Uta, Papeete 98715, French Polynesia |
| E-mail address | direction@portppt.pf |
| Website | www.portdepapeete.pf/ |
| Phone number | 505454 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Papeete
- Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival harbour. Also indicate whether you prefer full containers (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Find a container size that fits your goods (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Cargo preparations
Firstly, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Customs documents and procedures
When you import cargo from Papeete (PFPPT), you will have to provide relevant export documents (for the purpose of national customs): bill of lading, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, packing list, commercial invoice. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who takes care of, among other things, transport, insurance and duty related matters. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can check the status when the load is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Papeete (PFPPT) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): match your cargo with container type
You want to ship a container from port of Papeete – (PF PPT) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you book the right container for your cargo. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. Below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular types in the maritime industry. We are happy to provide you with more information about Import.
Details of a 20 foot container
20-foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are relatively easy to ship, so the transport costs are quite low. Widely used for transporting personal effects and international movings. Good to know: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.400 kilogram.
Specifications of a 40 foot container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. He can hold much more cargo. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting large loads by sea. In conclusion, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ choice. Thereby you have a little more height. Very suitable for high products.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The format is almost always the same: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
When you need a lot of container space, then a full container is often worth it. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The benefits are great: quick transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. Of course there are also downsides: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and insurance is extra important. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Papeete (PFPPT) or Hamburg to Papeete (PFPPT).
- The meaning of FCL is: your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, CMA CGM, COSCO, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You benefit from many advantages: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more flexible during intense shipping season. Important: if you can fill more than half of a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- What we mean by LCL is that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3,5 m3 and 15 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM, HMM.
Special containers for special freight
You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your items. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are specially developed transport options for liquids, wheat, barley and cocoa or fragile items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also check more information about shipping to Ulsan (KRUSN), port of Toyohashi (JPTHS), Sao Francisco do Sul (BRSFS) harbor and terminal Ajman (AEAJM).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Main types of ocean cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Papeete (PFPPT) is very popular because of attractive costs, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and eco-friendly. Much seen ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: break bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, petroleum, hydrogen, chemicals, gasoline, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like sugar, cement, plates, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: cargo like medical/pharmacy, clothes, toys, electronic goods, art and antiques and machines, fashion, food, furniture, shoes.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Papeete takes about 53 days. The total distance is approx. 12600 nautical miles (M). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 23335 km. In case of sea freight, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: vessel speed, weather and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Papeete (French Polynesia) are relatively expensive. The total cost is subject to various components as cargo volume and weight, the total distance to the delivery destination and exchange rates. Do not hesitate to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When you are sending goods to Papeete, there are documents you need for customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Packing List. For additional information, please contact the customs of French Polynesia or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.portdepapeete.pf/).
Incoterms define the responsibilities and obligations of the buyer and seller. The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party covers the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller takes care of the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).