Container shipping Rotterdam to Castries

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Castries (LCCAS)? Sea freight has many advantages: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is economical and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Importing a container overseas with liquid bulk or cars and other vehicles can be outsourced to e.g. Hapag-Lloyd. Freight forwarders offer various types of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between a full container for yourself (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport specialists we share useful information regarding international transport Castries (LC CAS). We provide up-to-date information about the different types of sea containers. Further on you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Contact u directly and you will get a competitive quote with market prices.

Ocean shipping is a quick, safe and affordable way to ship high volume products.
Compared to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight is ideal for international removals and the transportation of roll on/roll off or vehicles.
The Port of Castries is a much-chosen harbor in Saint Lucia.
You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Castries (LCCAS) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your products are packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will reserve a container for you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Castries (LC CAS), and will be shipped by sea to the addressee at the arrival port. They provide you options like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph you can read different kind of info about the POD (Port Of Destination).

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Castries
Country of destination	Saint Lucia
Port Code	LCCAS
Transport Time	+/- 23 days
Shipping costs	$$$$
Port address	P.O. Box 651, Castries, Saint Lucia
Mail	matthews@slaspa.com
Website	www.slaspa.com/
Phone	– not available –

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Castries

Cargo details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and destination of shipment. Determine your container terms: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Also select container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Preparing the cargo
Obviously, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you ship cargo to Castries (LCCAS), you should think about up-to-date export documents (for correct national customs papers): packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a required document signed by the carrier to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The chosen Incoterm decides who is the risk-bearing party for transit, insurance and customs clearance. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Ship Live Tracking
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to see where your load is at this moment. You will get a notification when the shipping is departed from the port of origin (POO), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.

Sea freight from Castries (LCCAS) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick a container

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Castries – (LC CAS) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is important to ask an appropriate container. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and multiple transport options (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. You may also like: Furniture transport.

Explanation about a twenty foot container

20 FT containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are very efficient, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods and movings. Keep in mind: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is a very suitable choice for shipping freight by sea.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.800 kg.

Specifications of a 40 FT container

In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. Moreover, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ variant. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

Often chosen for large loads.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.100 kilogram.

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Details about Full Container (FCL)

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then it is usually better to book a full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The benefits are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, damage is lessened and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and the financial risk is much greater. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Castries (LCCAS) and Hamburg to Castries (LCCAS).

The idea of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM.

What is the meaning of LCL container?

If you do not need a full container, a shared container can be used. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). With LCL transport, you share the container with other importers. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you’re only charged for the space you are using, less inventory costs & management and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Pay attention: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is probably your best bet. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.

The goal of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
Cost effective for shipments between 3,5 m3 & 14 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, Evergreen, ZIM, Yang Ming.

Various other types of containers

The range of boxes is very varied 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 specially developed transport options for oils, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or unique high value cargo. We give a short explanation below. You can also look further at transport options in Kristiansand (NOKRS), port of Bar (MEBAR), Piraeus (GRPIR) harbor and terminal King Abdullah (SAKAC).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Kind of load: What do you want to ship?

Shipping stuff by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Castries (LCCAS) has many benefits: attractive pricing, best for Bulky Goods and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, dry bulk, liquid bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, biofuels, chemicals, hydrogen, kerosene, gasoline.
Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and lumber, sand, rods, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: items like toys, electronic goods, clothes, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy + machines, fashion, food, drinks, furniture.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

How many days does it take to ship from Rotterdam to Castries?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Castries takes around 23 days. The total distance is about 5500 nautical miles (nmi). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 10186 km. When you have booked a sea freight you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The exact shipping time has several factors: vessel speed, weather and port inspection.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Castries (LCCAS)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Castries (Saint Lucia) are relatively expensive. The total price tag is determined by important aspects like cargo volume and weight, shipping time and the Incoterms you have agreed on. We invite you to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.

Which customs documents do I need to provide?

When transporting goods to Castries, there are documents you need for customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For questions or additional information, you can contact the customs of Saint Lucia or view the website of the port/government (www.slaspa.com/).

What incoterm is best for my business?

The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) 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) means the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).