Container shipping Rotterdam to Burgas
You want to ship a container from Rotterdam to Burgas (BGBOJ)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is flexible and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container by sea with break bulk or vehicles can be arranged by shipping companies such as Shandong International Transportation Corporation. There are many different sizes and types of shipping containers. There is made a difference between Full Container Load (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we offer up-to-date information for international transport Burgas (BG BOJ). We share knowledge and extensive information about the various sea container types. You can make use of our practical step-by-step plan. Contact u directly and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, safe and inexpensive way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare this to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is excellent for international movings and carrying gas-based fuels or consumer goods.
- The Port of Burgas is an important hub in Bulgaria.
- Frequently used containers types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Burgas (BGBOJ) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your articles are packed in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) will book a container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Burgas (BG BOJ), and will be shipped overseas to the agent at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below we offer useful information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Burgas |
| Country of destination | Bulgaria |
| Port Code | BGBOJ |
| Transportation time | +/- 16 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Local address | 1, Prince Alexander Battenberg Str. Bourgas 8000 Bulgaria |
| E-mail address | headoffice@port-burgas.co |
| Website | www.port-burgas.com |
| Phone number | 35956/822222 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Burgas
- Details of your shipping
Enter the departing port and the POD. Determine the desired transport method: FCL (Full Container Load) or partial shipments (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Packing the container
Obviously, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To avoid damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When exporting cargo to Burgas (BGBOJ), you need to share special export documents (on behalf of national customs): packing declaration, packing list, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm defines who takes care of, among other things, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use the track and trace service to check where your cargo is at this moment. You can check easily when the vessel is departed from the port of origin (POO), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Burgas (BGBOJ) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a container that suits your cargo
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Burgas – (BG BOJ) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is important to book the right container for your cargo. Based on your load you choose a size (20-ft, 40-ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. Below you can read all important information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. Our specialists also provide details about Refrigerated Containers.
Specifications of a 20 FT container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are quite easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items or international removals. Keep in mind: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.400 kg.
Information and benefits of 40 FT container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large sea freight. Tip: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ variant. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Stuff can be stacked high.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The format is universal: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.100 kg.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, it is best to book a full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. This has multiple advantages: faster transit time, limited chance of damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are of course also drawbacks: it is not efficient for small cargo types and it is hard to book during peak season. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Burgas (BGBOJ) or Hamburg to Burgas (BGBOJ).
- The goal of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd.
Details about Less than container (LCL)
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL means that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many benefits like: you pay only for the volume you need, you can save on inventory costs and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Pay attention: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The cost of LCL is based on volume and weight.
- What we mean by LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- For low-volume shipments of between 2,5 m3 – 15 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, HMM, POL, ZIM, Wan Hai.
Various other types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, onions, potatoes, vegetables or very expensive items. You can read more about it below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Conakry (GNCKY), port of Blair (INIXZ), El Dekheila (EGEDK) harbor and terminal Stockholm (SESTO).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).
- Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
- Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Load types: what are you going to transport?
Exporting cargo by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Burgas (BGBOJ) has many benefits: attractive pricing, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and eco-friendly. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, liquid bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, petroleum, hydrogen, gasoline, diesel, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like salt, sugar, cement, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: cargo like medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, clothes, sports equipment, electronic goods & fashion, machines, furniture, shoes, drinks.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Burgas takes on average 16 days. The total distance is approx. 4000 nautical miles (NM). That equates to 7408 kilometers. When you send something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. Shipping time is subject to displacement of the vessel, sea weather condition and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Burgas (Bulgaria) are average. The total sum is determined by various parts such as cargo type, season and exchange rates. Contact us for a price proposal and transit times.
When transporting goods to Burgas, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents are important: Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, please contact the customs of Bulgaria or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.port-burgas.com).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller arranges the costs of transporting the cargo to the named port of destination. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller must arrange all processes concerning delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).