Container shipping Rotterdam to Skikda
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Skikda (DZSKI)? Sea freight has many pluses: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, you have low maintenance costs and it is eco-friendly. Ship a container overseas with break bulk or equipment is easy with shippinglines like Maersk. Freight forwarders offer different types of containers. An important distinction is a complete full container (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our experts we provide dedicated information regarding international transport Skikda (DZ SKI). You can read up-to-date information about the different types and ways of sea freight. On this website you can read a 5 step export plan. Send us your details and get a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, trustworthy and cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is ideal for worldwide removals and the transit of breakbulk or factory parts.
- The Port of Skikda is one of the most important ports in Algeria.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Insulated, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Skikda (DZSKI) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your personal stuff is transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will book a container. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Skikda (DZ SKI), and will be shipped by ocean to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). They offer solutions like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you will find some basic data of the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Skikda |
| Country of destination | Algeria |
| Port Code | DZSKI |
| Transit Time | +/- 10 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$ |
| Local address | BP 65, Avenue Rezki Rahal, Skikda 21000, Algeria |
| info@skikda-port.com | |
| Website | www.skikda-port.com |
| Phone number | 21338756827 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Skikda
- Shipment details
Enter the departure port and the port of destination. Decide if you will ship FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load). Also select the desired size (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Prepare your package
As a starting point, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is a good idea to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs documents and procedures
If you are going to transport cargo to Skikda (DZSKI), you need to share special export documents (for the purpose of national customs): bill of lading, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing list, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document signed by the carrier to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm shows who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. The most common incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your cargo is right now. You can check the status when the ship is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Skikda (DZSKI) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container
You want to ship a container from port of Skikda – (DZ SKI) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to find the right container type. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Popular shipping lines include MSC. The port offers an excellent connection to Constantine, Tazmalt, Timizart, Tigzirt, Algiers, Birin, Médéa, Tuggurt, Aflu, Warqla, Sidi Ali, Wahran, Adrar. In the text box below you can read all important information about the most popular products. Check also more information about Commercial Invoice.
What you need to know about the 20ft container
20-foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are relatively easy to ship, which ensures low handling costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and movings. Keep in mind: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.900 kg.
Specifications of a 40 FT container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ box. Thereby you have a little more height. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The dimensions are standard: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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Information about Full Container (FCL)
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many pluses: ideal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and it’s more cost-effective. Important to mention: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and there is only limited availability. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Skikda (DZSKI) and Hamburg to Skikda (DZSKI).
- What we mean by FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM, MSC.
What does LCL container mean in shipping?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The premise of LCL is that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You benefit from many advantages: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you can save on inventory costs and more options during peak shipping season. Disclaimer: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of LCL is based on the volume and weight of the packages.
- The meaning of LCL is: a partial container is booker for the freight.
- For low-volume shipments of between 2,5 m3 & 13,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, HMM, POL, Wan Hai, Yang Ming.
Other container types for special loads
There is a wide range of boxes for ocean transport. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. Besides this, there are also applications for liquid bulk, flowers, fruit or very expensive items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also read more information about shipments to Suape Marine Terminal (BRIPO), port of Sydney (AUSYD), Oran (DZORN) harbor and terminal Zhangjiagang (CNZJG).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.
Main types of ocean freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Skikda (DZSKI) has a lot of pluses: low maintenance cost, very safe and secure and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, neo bulk, containerized, break bulk, roll on/roll off. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, kerosene, petroleum, biofuels, chemicals, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and sand, lumber, sugar, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
- Retail & other: freight like sports equipment, clothes, toys, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques + fashion, drinks, furniture, food, shoes.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Skikda takes around 10 days. The distance to be covered is about 2400 nautical miles (NM). That is about 4445 km. In case of sea freight, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time is subject to displacement of the vessel, wind force and wind direction and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Skikda (Algeria) are slightly above average. The actual costs are determined by important aspects like cargo volume and weight, shipping route and incoterms. Do not hesitate to contact us for a price proposal and transit times.
When you send goods to Skikda, then the customs clearance will also pass. You will need the following documentation: Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading. For more information about these duties you can contact the customs of Algeria or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.skikda-port.com).
Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the agreed port. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller takes care of the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).