Container shipping Rotterdam to Cagliari

Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Rotterdam to Cagliari (ITCAG)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, you have low maintenance costs and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container by sea with liquids or machinery can be arranged by shipping companies such as COSCO. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from many different sizes and types of shipping containers. A big difference is being made between Full Container Load (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via containershippingservice.com you will receive accurate information regarding international transport Cagliari (IT CAG). You will find up-to-date information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. On this website you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Fill out the form and we get you a quote with market prices.

Ocean shipping is a quick, trouble-free and low cost-way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
Advantages compared to air freight: you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is ideal for international movings and carrying fruit or machinery.
The Port of Cagliari is a much-chosen harbor in Italy.
The range of containers includes: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Insulated, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Ventilated, Tank, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Cagliari (ITCAG) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your cargo is wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will book a container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Cagliari (IT CAG), and will be shipped overseas to the terminal at the POD. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the table below you will find important information about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Cagliari
Country of destination	Italy
Port Code	ITCAG
Transit Time	+/- 15 days
Shipping rates	$
Office address	Molo Sanita Porto di Cagliari Cagliari 09123 Italy
E-mail	autorita.portuale@tiscali.it
Website	www.salute.gov.it
Phone	39070679531

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Cagliari

Cargo details
Enter the port of departure and the POD. Also indicate whether you prefer a full container just for your freight (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also select container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Pack you load
Firstly, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
Common Export Documents
When you transport your goods to Cagliari (ITCAG), you need to share various export documents (for the purpose of national customs): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that everything is ready to ship.
Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm determines who takes care of, among other things, export/import documents, insurances and transport. Frequently used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Ocean freight tracking
Use container track and trace to check where your cargo is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the ship is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Cagliari (ITCAG) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick your container

Are you planning to ship a container from port of Cagliari – (IT CAG) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is crucial to find the right container type. You can choose from large and small sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are CMA CGM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Cagliari, Monserrato, Selargius, Quartucciu, Sestu, Capoterra, Sìnnai, Assèmini, Serramanna, Villacidro, San Gavino Monreale, Carbonia, Iglesias, Guspini, Terralba, Oristano, Tortolì, Càbras, Macomer, Nuoro. In the next section you can compare all types and read more about the most popular types in the maritime industry. We are happy to provide you with more information about Shipping rates.

Explanation about a 20ft container

20 ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which ensures low handling costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal stuff and international removals. Pro tip: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

A very popular box for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.100 kilogram.

What you need to know about the 40ft container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ edition. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Very suitable for high products.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
The dimensions are as follows: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.400 kilogram.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then a full container is often worth it. 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: It guarantees a faster transit time, less potential for damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Cagliari (ITCAG) and Hamburg to Cagliari (ITCAG).

FCL means that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, CMA CGM.

Information about LCL containers

If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The premise of LCL is that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight There are many positive aspects to mention like: you pay only for the volume you need, less inventory costs & management and easy time-management and scheduling. Important: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. LCL cost is calculated by shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.

The premise of LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 1,5 m3 – 16,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
Easier to find space during peak season.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, HMM, POL, Evergreen, Wan Hai.

Other container types for special loads

You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Besides this, there are also applications for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or other special goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also check more information about shipping to Bremerhaven (DEBRV), port of Reni (UAREN), Kobe (JPUKB) harbor and terminal Mundra (INMUN).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.

Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
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.

Load types: what do you want to transport by sea?

Exporting cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Cagliari (ITCAG) has lots of advantages: low rates, it is effective for large quantities of goods and minimal restrictions. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: dry bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, chemicals, hydrogen, petroleum, biofuels, kerosene.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sugar, salt, sand, cement.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
Retail & other: load like electronic goods, toys, clothes, art and antiques, sports equipment and furniture, shoes, food, fashion, machines.

All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)

What is the transit time from Rotterdam to Cagliari?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Cagliari takes on average 15 days. The total distance is approx. 3500 nautical miles. Converted that is 6482 km. When you export something, 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 or Estimated Time of Arrival. The exact shipping time has several factors: vessel speed, wind force and wind direction and type of cargo.

What are the all-in costs of shipping a container to Cagliari (ITCAG)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Cagliari (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by various ingredients such as container size, season and incoterms. Message us for current rates and transit times.

What customs documents do i need?

When transporting goods to Cagliari, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You will need the following documentation: Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading. For more information, please contact the customs of Italy or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.salute.gov.it).

What are Incoterms and which ones should you know?

The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. Popular terms for waterway transportation are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter covers covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).