Container shipping Rotterdam to Alexandria

Do you need to ship a container from Rotterdam to Alexandria (EGALY)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is efficient and it is trustworthy. Shipping a container with sea freight such as refrigerated cargo or vehicles can be outsourced to e.g. Maersk. When you are exporting, you can choose from different types of containers. You have to choose between Full Container Load (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our portal we provide useful information regarding international transport Alexandria (EG ALY). We provide inside-information about the different types and ways of sea freight. Besides this we share a practical step-by-step plan. Describe what you want to transport and receive a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.

Ocean shipping is a fast, safe and cheap way to transport bulk containers.
When we compare it to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight is great for worldwide removals and exporting dry bulk or equipment.
The Port of Alexandria is an important logistics artery in Egypt.
You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Insulated, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Alexandria (EGALY) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your goods are packed tightly in a container. The middleman (freight forwarder) will book a container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of Alexandria (EG ALY), and will be transported by sea to the recipient at the POD. You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph we provide you with details about the port of delivery.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Alexandria
Country of destination	Egypt
Port Code	EGALY
Transportation time	+/- 17 days
Shipping prices	$
Office address	106 El Horria Avenu- Alex Fouad St.Alex Alexandria 26514 Egypt
E-mail address	support@apa.gov.eg
Website	www.sis.gov.eg
Phone	203-4843532

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Alexandria

Details of your shipping
Enter the departure port and the POD (port of destination). Also indicate whether you choose (FCL) full containers or a shared container (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Loading and labeling the freight
First of all, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
Customs document
If you are going to transport cargo to Alexandria (EGALY), you must send relevant export documents (for correct national customs papers): certificates of origin, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, bill of lading. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Choosing the Incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm shows who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and duty related matters. The most common incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Ship Live Tracking
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can check easily when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading, has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.

Sea freight from Alexandria (EGALY) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container

You want to ship a container from port of Alexandria – (EG ALY) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? The first step is to find the right container type. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Some main shipping lines are CMA CGM, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC, ZIM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Alexandria, Rosetta, Fowa, Tanta, Tala, El Mahalla el Kubra, Aja, Talkha, Benha, Diyarb Najm, Dekernes, Qalyub, Hihya, Cairo, Gizeh, Madinat Sittah Uktubar, Damietta, El Faiyûm, Port Said, El Wasta. In the section below you can read all important information about the most popular products. We are happy to provide you with more information about Bill of Lading.

Explanation of the 20 foot container

20 ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to stack on the vessel, so the transport costs are quite low. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items and international movings. Good to know: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.

This box is widely used for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.600 kg.

Details of a forty foot container

A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. It is especially intended for shipping large sea freight. Also, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ box. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Very suitable for high products.

Very suitable for large loads.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.000 kg.

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What does FCL container mean in shipping?

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, it is best to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. There are many advantages to it: Usually a faster transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are of course also drawbacks: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and unloading can be a hassle. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Alexandria (EGALY) or Hamburg to Alexandria (EGALY).

The premise of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd.

Use a Less than container (LCL)

If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL means that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you pay only for the volume you need, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Watch out: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

LCL means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
The best choice for a charge between 3,5 m3 – 14 m3.
Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
Easier to book during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, HMM, Wan Hai, POL, ZIM.

Special containers for special freight

You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. Besides this, there are also applications for oils, flowers, fruit or other special goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. Be sure to check out the transport options to King Abdullah (SAKAC), port of Callao (PECLL), Luanda (AOLAD) harbor and terminal Miami (USMIA).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
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: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.

Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.

Main types of ocean freight: what are you going to transport?

Shipping load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Alexandria (EGALY) has a lot of pluses: attractive prices, high sea vessel load capacity and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The most important ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, liquid bulk, containerized. You can read more about it in the section below.

Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, petroleum, diesel, hydrogen, gasoline, kerosene.
Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, lumber, plates, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: goods like clothes, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, toys, art and antiques and furniture, shoes, machines, food, fashion.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

How many days does it take to ship from Rotterdam to Alexandria?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Alexandria takes around 17 days. The total distance is about 4000 nautical miles (NM). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 7408 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. Shipping time is subject to condition of the hull and the propeller, sea weather condition and maintenance.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Alexandria (EGALY)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Alexandria (Egypt) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various factors such as cargo type, shipping route and pickup charges and Fill in the request form for the best rates and current transit times.

What documents do you need for customs?

When transporting goods to Alexandria, then customs clearance is an important step. You will need the following documentation: Bill of Lading, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of Egypt or check the official website for more info (www.sis.gov.eg).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller arranges delivering the goods to the named port of destination. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).