Container shipping Rotterdam to Buenos Aires
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Buenos Aires (ARBUE)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is efficient and it is safe. Transporting a container overseas with refrigerated cargo or semi-finished goods can be done via e.g. Wan Hai Lines. Freight forwarders offer a lot of container-types. An important point of attention is a complete full container (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via this website you will get dedicated information regarding international transport Buenos Aires (AR BUE). We provide you with practical information about the different types and ways of sea freight. Further on you can read a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Contact u directly and get a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, sure and cheap way to transport large and heavy loads.
- When we compare this to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is excellent for international movings and carrying container cargo or bikes.
- The Port of Buenos Aires is a much-chosen harbor in Argentina.
- Frequently used containers types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Insulated, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.
Main topics
Shipping to Buenos Aires (ARBUE) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your cargo is stored in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will book a container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of Buenos Aires (AR BUE), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the POD (port of destination). You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the next section we offer useful information about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Buenos Aires |
| Country of destination | Argentina |
| Port Code | ARBUE |
| Transportation time | +/- 34 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$ |
| Office address | Av. Ramón Castillo 13, Buenos Aires, Argentinië |
| institucionales@puertobuenosaires.gov.ar | |
| Website | www.argentina.gob.ar |
| Telephone number | (54)114342-1727 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Buenos Aires
- Shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the port of destination. Decide if you will ship a complete full container (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Preparing the cargo
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent accidents, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
When you import cargo from Buenos Aires (ARBUE), you must send relevant export documents (for fast customs clearance): packing list, packing declaration, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to acknowledge that they have received the goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Incoterms for transport
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The chosen Incoterm decides who will pay for things like shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Widely used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Follow your cargo live
Use the track and trace service to see where your load is right now. You can check the status when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Buenos Aires (ARBUE) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick your container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Buenos Aires – (AR BUE) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is highly recommended to book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Popular shipping lines include APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, ZIM. The port offers an excellent connection to San Vicente, La Plata, Lujan, Campana, Zarate, Mercedes, Chivilcoy, San Pedro, Gualeguaychu, Gualeguay, Veinticinco de Mayo, Chacabuco, Dolores, Pergamino, San Nicolas, Concepcion del Uruguay, Junin, Villa Constitucion, Nueve de Julio, Victoria. Below you will find useful information about the most popular container types. Check also more information about Commercial Invoice.
Advantages of a 20 FT container
20-foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to stack, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal items and removals. Pro tip: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is widely used for transporting goods by means of shipping.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.700 kilogram.
Explanation of the 40 ft container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting large loads by sea. What you may not know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ box. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.400 kg.
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Information about Full Container (FCL)
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The advantages are great: efficient transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are also disadvantages: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Buenos Aires (ARBUE) and Hamburg to Buenos Aires (ARBUE).
- The goal of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, Maersk, MSC, ONE.
Use a Less than container (LCL)
If a large full container is unnecessary, you can use be made of a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The goal of LCL is that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You benefit from many advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and more options during peak shipping season. Watch out: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of LCL is based on the volume and weight of the packages.
- LCL means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 1,5 m3 – 15 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen.
What other types of containers are there
There exist a lot of box-types for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are also special possibilities for oils or chemicals, onions, potatoes, vegetables or unique high value cargo. Our expert has laid out a list below. You can also check more information about shipping to Sines (PTSIE), port of Lima (PELIM), Toyohashi (JPTHS) harbor and terminal Tawau (MYTWU).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: ideal for bulk shipping and temporary storage of mixed products.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for the food and beverage industries.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Kind of cargo: What do you want to ship?
Exporting stuff by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Buenos Aires (ARBUE) has many benefits: low rates, very safe and secure and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: containerized, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, liquid bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, kerosene, gasoline, diesel, chemicals, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sugar, rods, plates, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: products like electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, clothes, art and antiques, toys & shoes, drinks, fashion, food, furniture.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Buenos Aires lasts about 34 days. The distance between the two ports is about 8100 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 15001 km. When you have booked a sea freight there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the boat speed, the sea conditions and any technical malfunctions.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Buenos Aires (Argentina) are slightly above average. The total cost depends on various factors such as type of goods transported, period of the year and supply and demand. Send us a message for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you send goods to Buenos Aires, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Packing List. For more detailed information please contact the customs of Argentina or view the website of the port/government (www.argentina.gob.ar).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. Popular terms for waterway transportation are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller is responsible for transportation and insurance to the port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller must arrange all processes concerning delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).