Container shipping Rotterdam to Bergen

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Bergen (NOBGO)? Sea freight has many pluses: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, you have low maintenance costs and it is trustworthy. Importing a container overseas with container cargo or personal goods is very easy with e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). You can book different types of containers. An important distinction is (FCL) full containers and a shared container (LCL). Via our experts we share practical information regarding international transport Bergen (NO BGO). We provide useful information about the different types of containers. For this we offer a practical step-by-step plan. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we get you a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a professional, sure and relatively cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
When you compare it with air shipments, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for international movings and carrying liquids or cars and other vehicles.
The Port of Bergen is a frequently chosen port in Norway.
The range of containers includes: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Hard-Top, Insulated, Dry Van, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Bergen (NOBGO) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your products are loaded into the container. The intermediary (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of Bergen (NO BGO), and will be shipped overseas to the importer at the POD (port of destination). They can get you services like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below you can read different kind of info about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Bergen
Country of destination	Norway
Port Code	NOBGO
Transportation time	+/- 2 days
Shipping costs	$
Office address	Nestegaten 30, Bergen NO-5010, Norway
E-mail address	bergen.havn@bergen.kommune.no
Website	www.bergenhavn.no
Phone number	55568950

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Bergen

Select shipment details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and destination of shipment. Choose how you want to transport: a full container for yourself (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Preparing the cargo
First of all, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
Customs document
When you import cargo from Bergen (NOBGO), you should think about various export documents (on behalf of national customs): certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing declaration, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract that is provided to the shipper describing the correct state of goods and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who is the risk-bearing party for transport, insurance and duty related matters. The most common incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Cargo Track & Trace
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your freight is at this moment. You can see exactly when the load is departed from the port of origin (POO), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Bergen (NOBGO) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container

Are you planning to ship a container from port of Bergen – (NO BGO) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Compare the options and find the right container type. They come in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Many shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section we put everything together and offer information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. Our specialists also provide details about 20-foot Container.

Important specifications of the 20 FT container

20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to stack, which ensures low handling costs. Widely used for transporting personal stuff and international movings. What you might not know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is widely used for sending goods with transport ships.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.200 kg.

Details of a forty foot container

In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Tip: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ box. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal if you have high cargo.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The format is universal: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.300 kilogram.

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What is a Full Container (FCL)?

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, than you can reserve your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. This has multiple advantages: optimal transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and it’s more cost-effective. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transshipment is more complex and it is hard to book during peak season. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Bergen (NOBGO) or Hamburg to Bergen (NOBGO).

FCL means that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, COSCO, ONE.

(LCL) Less than container

If a large full container is unnecessary, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The goal of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. The advantages of this option include: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it is more flexible during peak-times. Disclaimer: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.

The idea of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
For low-volume shipments of between 3 m3 and 15 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, ZIM, Wan Hai, HMM, Yang Ming.

Other container types for special loads

The range of boxes is very varied for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, flour, coffee or cocoa or very exclusive stuff. We give a short explanation below. You can also check more information about shipping to Dunkerque (FRDKK), port of Adelaide (AUADL), Rajang Port (MYSBW) harbor and terminal Tripoli (LBKYE).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.

Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
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: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.

Important types of ocean cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Importing load by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Bergen (NOBGO) have all kinds of advantages: low maintenance cost, high sea vessel load capacity and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo transported by sea include: liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, containerized, neo bulk. Below we give an explanation.

Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, chemicals, kerosene, diesel, petroleum, gasoline.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also plates, sand, salt, coils.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: cargo like clothes, sports equipment, toys, art and antiques, electronic goods + fashion, machines, food, shoes, furniture.

FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport

How many days are needed to ship from Rotterdam to Bergen?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Bergen takes on average 2 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 580 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 1074 kilometers. In case of sea freight, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. 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, the sea conditions and possible maintenance.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Bergen (NOBGO)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Bergen (Norway) are relatively cheap. The actual costs are determined by various factors such as cargo dimension, transit time and conditions. Fill in the application form for a quote for your transport.

What customs documents are needed?

When you are sending goods to Bergen, then you should also think about customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate. For more information, you can contact the customs of Norway or check the official website for more info (www.bergenhavn.no).

What are Incoterms and which ones should you know?

Incoterms define who is responsible for each phase of shipping process. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter arranges delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the named port of destination. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).