Container shipping Rotterdam to Catania
Would you like to ship a container from Rotterdam to Catania (ITCTA)? Sea freight is very practical: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is flexible and it has live tracking. Exporting a container overseas with breakbulk or cars and other vehicles is very easy with e.g. Sea Lead Shipping. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from a lot of container-types. An important point of attention is full containers (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our portal we provide helpful information with a view to international transport Catania (IT CTA). We get you extensive information about the various sea container types. You can make use of our step-by-step export plan. Fill out the form and we will send a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, sure and cost-effective way to export or import international containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight provides services for international movings and the transit of breakbulk or cars and other vehicles.
- The Port of Catania is a frequently chosen port in Italy.
- Popular container types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Catania (ITCTA) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your goods are packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will reserve a container for you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure Catania (IT CTA), and will be shipped over the ocean to the terminal at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the following paragraph we share facts about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Catania |
| Country of destination | Italy |
| Port Code | ITCTA |
| Transit Time | +/- 15 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Local address | Via Cardinale Dusmet 2/P CIRCUM Catania, CT 95131 Italy |
| info@porto.catania.it | |
| Website | www.porto.catania.it |
| Phone number | 39095535888 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Catania
- Enter freight details
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also select the desired size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Loading the freight
Firstly, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you want to send cargo to Catania (ITCTA), please pay attention to the necessary up-to-date export documents (for correct national customs papers): certificates of origin, packing declaration, bill of lading, packing list, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract that is provided to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that everything is ready to ship.
- Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm shows who takes care of, among other things, shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your shipping is right now. You can see exactly when the load is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Catania (ITCTA) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a suitable container
You need to ship a container from port of Catania – (IT CTA) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? An important starting point is to pick the right container type. You can choose from large and small sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include CMA CGM. Major towns near the seaport are Catania, Aci Castello, San Gregorio di Catania, Misterbianco, Mascalucia, San Giovanni la Punta, Aci Catena, Belpasso, Acireale, Pedara, Paterno, Biancavilla, Lentini, Giarre, Carlentini, Riposto, Adrano, Mascali, Scordia, Augusta. In the following summary you can read all important information about the most common sizes and types. You can also click directly to information about Shipping lines.
Explanation about a 20 ft container
Twenty Foot Containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are very efficient, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including furniture and movings. Good to know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- A very popular box for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40ft container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Finally, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. You’ve got just a little extra height. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The format is universal: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and it’s more cost-effective. There are of course also drawbacks: the transshipment is more complex and there is only limited availability. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Catania (ITCTA) or Hamburg to Catania (ITCTA).
- The concept of FCL is that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, CMA CGM, MSC, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?
If you do not need a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The concept of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are multiple advantages: you’re only charged for the space you are using, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is more flexible during peak-times. Notable: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- The idea of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 4 m3 and 13 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, POL, Yang Ming, Evergreen, ZIM.
Information about other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for ocean transport. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are also special possibilities for oils or chemicals, wheat, barley and cocoa or other special goods. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also read more information about shipments to Derince (TRDRC), port of Chacabuco (CLPCH), Charleston (USCHS) harbor and terminal Aqaba (JOAQJ).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- 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: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping goods by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Catania (ITCTA) has a lot of pluses: low cost, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: containerized, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, chemicals, diesel, gasoline, petroleum, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and coils, lumber, cement, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: load like toys, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, clothes & shoes, machines, fashion, food, furniture.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Catania takes on average 15 days. The total distance is approx. 3500 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 6482 km. When you send something by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: displacement of the vessel, weather and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Catania (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to a number of factors like type of goods transported, shipping route and local handling fees. Message us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you send goods to Catania, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are required: Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of Italy or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.porto.catania.it).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter pays for the carriage of the goods up to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).