Container shipping Rotterdam to Abu Dhabi
You want to ship a container from Rotterdam to Abu Dhabi (AEAUH)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s convenient and it has live tracking. Transporting a container by sea with ro-ro or cars and other vehicles can be outsourced to e.g. Transworld Group. When you are exporting, you can choose from and a wide range of container types. There is made a difference between a complete full container (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport agents you will get helpful information regarding international transport Abu Dhabi (AE AUH). We provide useful information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. You will also find a practical step-by-step plan. Send you shipping details and you will get a competitive quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, sure and cheap way to import and export goods internationally.
- Advantages compared to air freight: you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and importing ro-ro or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Abu Dhabi offers excellent transit options in United Arab Emirates.
- Frequently used containers types are: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Abu Dhabi (AEAUH) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your products are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will book a container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Abu Dhabi (AE AUH), and will be shipped overseas to the consignee at the arrival port. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the list below you will find some basic data of the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Abu Dhabi |
| Country of destination | United Arab Emirates |
| Port Code | AEAUH |
| Transit Time | +/- 29 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Local address | Department of Port & Customs Ajman P.O. Box 388, Ajman United Arab Emirates |
| E-mail address | customerservice@adports.ae |
| Website | u.ae |
| Telephone number | 971800102030 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Abu Dhabi
- Shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival harbour. Choose how you want to transport: (FCL) full containers or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also select container size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Loading and labeling the freight
Obviously, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. 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 document
If you ship cargo to Abu Dhabi (AEAUH), you will need special export documents (for the national customs): certificates of origin, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document that is completed by a carrier confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm shows who is responsible for, for example, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to see where your container is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading, has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Abu Dhabi (AEAUH) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container
You want to ship a container from port of Abu Dhabi – (AE AUH) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is important to get a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container agreements (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next chapter we put everything together and offer information about the most popular container types. You may also like: Shipping containers for sale.
Information and benefits of 20 FT container
20-foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal effects and removals. Good to know: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- A very popular box for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.500 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40 FT container
The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Moreover, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ choice. Thereby you have a little more height. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.600 kilogram.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then it is usually better to book a full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. The benefits are great: faster transit time, less potential for damage and the rates are more favorable. Of course there are also downsides: the transshipment is more complex and unloading can be a hassle. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Abu Dhabi (AEAUH) or Hamburg to Abu Dhabi (AEAUH).
- FCL means that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, COSCO.
Details about Less than container (LCL)
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The goal of LCL is that you share space with others. There are many benefits like: you pay only for the volume you need, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and it is more flexible during peak-times. Remark: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is a better choice. The cost of LCL is based on the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- With LCL transport, your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 4 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, POL, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, Evergreen.
Other types of containers and customization
The range of boxes is very varied for freight forwarding. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Special boxes are also being used for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or unique high value cargo. We give a short explanation below. You can also check more information about shipping to Gemlik (TRGEM), port of Belgrade (RSBEG), Kolkata (INCCU) harbor and terminal Pago-Pago (ASPPG).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.
Main types of ocean freight: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Abu Dhabi (AEAUH) has many benefits: you can ship large volumes at low costs, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, neo bulk, liquid bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, biofuels, hydrogen, diesel, petroleum, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also coils, cement, plates, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: products like sports equipment, art and antiques, toys, medical/pharmacy, clothes or shoes, furniture, machines, drinks, food.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Abu Dhabi lasts about 29 days. The total distance is approximately 7050 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 13057 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the speed of the boat, weather and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) are average. The total price tag is determined by important aspects like type of container, shipping route and local handling fees. We invite you to contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you are sending goods to Abu Dhabi, then the customs clearance will also pass. You need to present the following documents: Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of United Arab Emirates or view the website of the port/government (u.ae).
Incoterms tell us when ownership of the product changes hands. The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).