Container shipping Rotterdam to Bizerte
Would you like to ship a container from Rotterdam to Bizerte (TNBIZ)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is efficient much more environmental friendly than air freight. Shipping a container with sea freight such as liquid bulk or cars and other vehicles is very easy with e.g. Zim Integrated Shipping Services. Freight forwarders offer a lot of container-types. A big difference is being made between (FCL) full containers and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our portal we give dedicated information for international transport Bizerte (TN BIZ). We share knowledge and practical information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a step-by-step import plan. Contact u directly and you will get a competitive quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trustworthy and low cost-way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- When you compare it with air shipments, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for international removals and the transit of liquids or vehicles.
- The Port of Bizerte is a much-chosen harbor in Tunisia.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Bizerte (TNBIZ) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your personal stuff is loaded into the container. Your freight forwarder will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Bizerte (TN BIZ), and will be shipped by ocean to the agent at the POD (port of destination). You need to make a choose out of: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you will find some basic data of the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Bizerte |
| Country of destination | Tunisia |
| Port Code | TNBIZ |
| Transit Time | +/- 11 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Local address | Administrative building-2060 La Goulette 3029 Tunisia |
| ommp@ommp.nat.tn | |
| Website | www.ommp.nat.tn |
| Phone number | 21671735300 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Bizerte
- Freight Details
Enter the port of origin and the POD. Determine the desired transport method: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Cargo preparations
Primarily, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise you to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs documents and procedures
When you import cargo from Bizerte (TNBIZ), you will need required export documents (for the national customs): packing list, commercial invoice, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a legal document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm states who bears responsibility for e.g. shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track shipment
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your shipment is right now. You can check the status when the cargo is departed from the port of origin (POO), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Bizerte (TNBIZ) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick a container
You are going to ship a container from port of Bizerte – (TN BIZ) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? An important starting point is to pick the right container type. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. Well-known cities around the harbor are Manzil Jamil, Manzil Bu Ruqaybah, Tinjah, Rafraf, Matir, Taburbah, Aryanah, Manubah, Bardaw, Tunis, Sajanan, Maqrin, Radis, Qurbus, Sulayman, Quballat, Taklisah, Bajah, Manzil Bu Zalafah, Tastur. In the section below you will find useful information about the most popular boxes. You can also click through to our page about Cars transport.
Information and benefits of 20 ft container
20-foot containers (also known under the name dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are relatively easy to ship, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal items and international removals. What you might not know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- This box offers a solution for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.300 kilogram.
What you need to know about the 40 foot container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ edition. Thereby you have a little more height. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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When is a FCL container a good choice?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then you can book your own 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 advantages are great: quick transit time, limited chance of damage and and it is cheaper per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transshipment is more complex and the financial risk is much greater. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Bizerte (TNBIZ) or Hamburg to Bizerte (TNBIZ).
- The premise of FCL is that you have the entire container space to yourself.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). With LCL transport, you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are multiple advantages: you can save money on smaller shipments, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and easy time-management and scheduling. Watch out: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping rates are based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- LCL means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 3,5 m3 and 16,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, Evergreen, ZIM, Yang Ming.
Other container types for special loads
The range of boxes is very diverse for the international transport of your cargo by sea. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. There are innovative and special constructions for oils or chemicals, grain, flour, or other special goods. You can read more about it below. You can also read more information about shipments to Bristol (GBBRS), port of Puerto Rosario Ente Administrador (ARROS), Puerto Barrios (GTPBR) harbor and terminal Tauranga (NZTRG).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
- Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Importing goods by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Bizerte (TNBIZ) has a lot of pluses: attractive tariffs, it is great for transporting bulky goods and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: dry bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, neo bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, petroleum, diesel, chemicals, hydrogen, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and sugar, rods, coils, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: goods like electronic goods, clothes, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques & shoes, food, drinks, machines, fashion.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Bizerte lasts about 11 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 2600 nautical miles (NM). That is about 4815 km. When you ship a sea container, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The precise shipping time depends on draft and speed, weather conditions and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Bizerte (Tunisia) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by important aspects like type of goods transported, shipping route and conditions. Fill out our form for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you are sending goods to Bizerte, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin. For more information, you can contact the customs of Tunisia or check the official website for more info (www.ommp.nat.tn).
Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party bears responsibility for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of destination. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).