Container shipping Rotterdam to Imbituba
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Imbituba (BRIBB)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it’s convenient and it is eco-friendly. Exporting a container overseas with container cargo or cars and other vehicles can be facilitated by shippinglines like Pacific International Lines. Shipping lines offer a lot of container-types. An important distinction is full containers (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport agents you will receive useful information regarding international transport Imbituba (BR IBB). We provide comprehensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we will prepare a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, trustworthy and inexpensive way to ship high volume products.
- When we compare this to air freight, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is ideal for international removals and importing break bulk or factory parts.
- The Port of Imbituba is an important logistics artery in Brazil.
- Containers that are often transported are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Imbituba (BRIBB) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your material is stored in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure Imbituba (BR IBB), and will be shipped over the sea to the agent at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the list below we provide you with details about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Imbituba |
| Country of destination | Brazil |
| Port Code | BRIBB |
| Transportation time | +/- 25 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$$ |
| Office address | Av. Presidente Vargas, 100, Imbituba, Santa Catarina, Brazil |
| brazil@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.cdiport.com.br |
| Phone | 483255-0080 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Imbituba
- Details of your shipping
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Determine the desired transport method: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also select the desired size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Pack you load
Primarily, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When exporting cargo to Imbituba (BRIBB), you need to share relevant export documents (for the national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing list, bill of lading, packing declaration, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper describing the correct state of goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are important to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm determines who assumes the risk of, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use sea freight tracking to check where your load is right now. You will get a notification when the load is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Imbituba (BRIBB) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select your container
You need to ship a container from port of Imbituba – (BR IBB) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you find the right container type. They come in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Many international shipping lines operate this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the following summary you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Air Freight.
Explanation of the 20 foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known as dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal items or international movings. Keep in mind: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.800 kilogram.
Details of a 40 foot container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting bulk goods by sea. Finally, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ deal. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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Full Container (FCL)
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. It is a popular transport method: Usually a faster transit time, damage is lessened and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and there is only limited availability. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Imbituba (BRIBB) and Hamburg to Imbituba (BRIBB).
- FCL Means that means that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, MSC, Maersk, ONE, CMA CGM.
Use a Less than container (LCL)
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The idea of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are many benefits like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, storage and insurance is advantageous and more flexible during intense shipping season. Remark: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is probably your best bet. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of volume and weight.
- The idea of LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 2 m3 and 14,5 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, POL, Wan Hai, Yang Ming.
Special containers for special freight
There exist a lot of box-types for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. Besides this, there are also applications for oil or petroleum, meat, fish and frozen foods or high class goods. We’ve explained it all below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Valencia (ESVLC), port of Piraeus (GRPIR), Easter Island (CLIPC) harbor and terminal Busan (KRPUS).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of 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: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Freight types: What do you want to ship?
Importing stuff by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Imbituba (BRIBB) have all kinds of advantages: attractive prices, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: dry bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, break bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, hydrogen, chemicals, diesel, gasoline, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and lumber, plates, sand, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: products like toys, electronic goods, clothes, sports equipment, art and antiques and food, furniture, drinks, fashion, machines.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Imbituba lasts about 25 days. The distance between the two ports is about 5800 nautical miles (nmi). This is roughly equivalent to 10742 km. If you make a sea shipment, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The actual shipping time depends on the boat speed, wind force and direction and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Imbituba (Brazil) are relatively expensive. The actual costs are determined by various features such as cargo type, season and local handling fees. Message us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When you are exporting goods to Imbituba, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are required: Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Letter of Credit. For more information, please contact the customs of Brazil or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.cdiport.com.br).
Incoterms are a set of standardized terms of delivery terms used international trade. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party arranges transportation and insurance to the port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller has the responsibility for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).