Container shipping Rotterdam to Alger

You want to ship a container from Rotterdam to Algiers (DZALG)? Sea freight is very useful: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, you have low maintenance costs and it is safe. Shipping a container with sea freight such as gas-based fuels or personal goods is very easy with e.g. HMM Co. Ltd.. You can choose from and a wide range of container types. An important distinction is (FCL) Full Container Load and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our experts we give accurate information regarding international transport Algiers (DZ ALG). You will find inside-information about the various sea container types. You can make use of our step-by-step import plan. Contact u directly and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a smart, secure and affordable way to import and export goods internationally.
When you compare it with air shipments, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight is perfect for worldwide relocations and the transit of roll on/roll off or semi-finished goods.
The Port of Alger offers excellent transit options in Algeria.
The range of containers includes: twenty footers, forty footers and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Tank, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Algiers (DZALG) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your articles are packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will reserve a container for you. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Algiers (DZ ALG), and will be shipped by ocean to the addressee at the POD (port of destination). They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below we provide you with details about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Alger
Country of destination	Algeria
Port Code	DZALG
Transit Time	+/- 10 days
Shipping costs	$$$
Port address	02 Rue d’Angkor BP 259 Algiers, Gare 259 Algeria
E-mail address	epal@portalger.com.dz
Website	www.portalger.com.dz
Telephone number	21321423614

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Alger

Information about your freight
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the arrival port. Also indicate whether you prefer (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) and partial shipments. You can also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Loading the freight
First of all, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To limit damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you ship cargo to Algiers (DZALG), you will have to provide various export documents (to the national customs): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that everything is ready to ship.
Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are important to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm determines who will pay for things like transport, insurance and duty related matters. Frequently used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your shipment is at this moment. They will send you a mail when the vessel is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Algiers (DZALG) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Alger – (DZ ALG) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is crucial to ask an appropriate container. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Major shipping lines that sail here include MSC. The port offers an excellent connection to Algiers, Médéa, Tigzirt, Timizart, Birin, Tazmalt, Sidi Ali, Aflu, Constantine, Wahran, Tuggurt, Warqla, Adrar. In the next section you will find useful information about the most popular products. Also click further for information about Documents.

Details of a 20 FT container

20 foot containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to stack, which means they are cheaper to ship. Widely used for transporting household goods and movings. What you might not know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is widely used for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
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.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.200 kg.

Important specifications of the forty foot container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. Moreover, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ deal. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This way cargo can be stacked high.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.500 kg.

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What is a Full Container (FCL)?

If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then it is usually better to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. This has multiple advantages: It guarantees a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Of course there are also downsides: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and there is only limited availability. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Algiers (DZALG) and Hamburg to Algiers (DZALG).

The meaning of FCL is: an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. ONE, CMA CGM, Maersk, COSCO, MSC.

When is a LCL container a good choice?

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. With LCL transport, you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you can send some good in a cheap way, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and more options during peak shipping season. Worth mentioning: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on volume and weight.

LCL Means that means that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3 m3 and 14,5 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, HMM, Yang Ming, ZIM.

What other types of containers are there

There exist a lot of box-types for shipping your items. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. But there are also specific options for oils or chemicals, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or unique high value cargo. Our expert has laid out a list below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Semarang (IDSRG), port of Antofagasta (CLANF), Salalah (OMSLL) harbor and terminal Sydney (CASYD).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.

Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Main types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?

Importing cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Alger (DZALG) have all kinds of advantages: attractive prices, very safe and secure and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, containerized, break bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, chemicals, petroleum, gasoline, hydrogen, diesel.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also lumber, cement, sand, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: load like art and antiques, electronic goods, toys, medical/pharmacy, clothes + drinks, fashion, food, shoes, machines.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

How long does it take to ship from Rotterdam to Algiers?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Alger takes about 10 days. The total distance is approximately 2400 nautical miles (nmi). That is about 4445 km. When you send something by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. Shipping time is subject to the boat speed, the sea conditions and type of shipment.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Algiers (DZALG)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Alger (Algeria) are slightly above average. The total costs are determined by various parts such as cargo dimension, season and currency. Feel free to contact us for current rates and transit times.

What customs documents are required for international shipping?

When you send goods to Algiers, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading. For additional information, you can contact the customs of Algeria or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.portalger.com.dz).

What incoterm is best for my business?

Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. Popular terms for waterway transportation are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter pays for the transportation to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller has the responsibility for the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).