Container shipping Rotterdam to Valparaiso
You want to ship a container from Rotterdam to Empresa Portuaria Valparaiso (CLVAP)? Sea freight is very practical: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is flexible and it has live tracking. Transporting a container overseas with food or machinery can be facilitated by shippinglines like Global Feeder Shipping LLC. They offer a lot of container-types. An important point of attention is Full Container Load (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport specialists you will get up-to-date information regarding international transport Valparaiso (CL VAP). You will find inside-information about the various sea container types. On this website you can read a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and get a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, safe and cost-effective way to export or import international containers.
- Compared to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is a solution for international movings and the transportation of liquids or cars and other vehicles.
- The Port of Valparaiso is an important logistics artery in Chile.
- Containers that are often transported are: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Empresa Portuaria Valparaiso (CLVAP) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your material is transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departing port Valparaiso (CL VAP), and will be shipped over the ocean to the importer at the port of destination. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the table below you can read different kind of info about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Valparaiso |
| Country of destination | Chile |
| Port Code | CLVAP |
| Transit Time | +/- 38 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Office address | Av. Errazuriz # 25, Valparaiso, Chile |
| chile@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.portvalparaiso.cl/ |
| Phone | 5632448800 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Valparaiso
- Information about your freight
Enter the departure port and the arrival port. Decide if you will ship Full Container Load (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Prepare your package
To start with, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Common Export Documents
In the situations that you export cargo to Empresa Portuaria Valparaiso (CLVAP), you need to share up-to-date export documents (for correct national customs papers): bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, commercial invoice, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice signed by the carrier to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm states how much responsibility you have for shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track shipment
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your shipment is right now. You can see 24/7 when the ship is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Empresa Portuaria Valparaiso (CLVAP) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choosing a suitable container
You need to ship a container from port of Valparaiso – (CL VAP) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? An important starting point is to get a suitable container. There are different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the section below you will find useful information about the most popular container types. Check also more information about Incoterms.
Important specifications of the 20 FT container
20-foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to stack, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and movings. Some extra info: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box offers a solution for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.200 kg.
What you need to know about the 40ft container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it very economical for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ deal. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.400 kilogram.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. The advantages are great: It allows for a faster transit time, limited damage risk and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and insurance is extra important. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Empresa Portuaria Valparaiso (CLVAP) and Hamburg to Empresa Portuaria Valparaiso (CLVAP).
- FCL Means that means that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Maersk, COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd.
LCL: Less than container
If you don’t prefer a full container, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. LCL Means that means that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, storage and insurance is advantageous and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total shipping costs are related to the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The idea of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 3,5 m3 & 16 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, POL, HMM, Wan Hai, ZIM.
Special containers for special freight
There exist a lot of box-types for ocean transport. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Besides this, there are also applications for liquids, grain, flour, or high class goods. We’ve explained it all below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU), port of Niihama (JPIHA), Nouakchott (MRNKC) harbor and terminal Puerto Moin (CRMOB).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Cargo types: what do you want to transport by sea?
Exporting cargo by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Valparaiso (CLVAP) has many benefits: low maintenance cost, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and eco-friendly. Relevant ocean cargo categories transported by sea include: containerized, dry bulk, break bulk, neo bulk, liquid bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, diesel, biofuels, chemicals, gasoline, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like lumber, sand, coils, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: cargo like clothes, electronic goods, toys, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy + fashion, furniture, food, shoes, drinks.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Valparaiso takes approximately 38 days. The distance to be covered is about 9300 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 17224 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The shipping time is determined on the basis of condition of the hull, weather conditions and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Valparaiso (Chile) are relatively expensive. The actual costs are determined by various features such as cargo volume and weight, shipping route and currency. Contact us for a price proposal and transit times.
When transporting goods to Valparaiso, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice. For additional information, please contact the customs of Chile or take a look at the website (www.portvalparaiso.cl/).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party covers transportation and insurance to the port of origin. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller takes care of the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).