Container shipping Rotterdam to Kandla
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Rotterdam to Kandla (INIXY)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is efficient and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Transporting a container by sea with food or equipment can be done via e.g. Hapag-Lloyd. They offer different types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a full container just for your freight (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we give up-to-date information for the purpose of international transport Kandla (IN IXY). We provide comprehensive information about the different types and ways of sea freight. For this we offer a 5 step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and receive a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a good, trouble-free and inexpensive way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide relocations and exporting container cargo or cars.
- The Port of Kandla is a frequently chosen port in India.
- Commonly container types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Kandla (INIXY) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your cargo is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin Kandla (IN IXY), and will be transported by sea to the consignee at the arrival port. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the following paragraph you can read different kind of info about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Kandla |
| Country of destination | India |
| Port Code | INIXY |
| Transit Time | +/- 30 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | Post Box 50 Administrative Building Gandhidham, Gujarat 370 201 India |
| kpt@kandlaport.com | |
| Website | www.kandlaport.com |
| Phone number | 912836221347 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Kandla
- Details of your shipping
Enter the departure port and the port of destination. Choose if you want to ship full containers (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. Also select container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Packing the freight
To begin, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Common Export Documents
When you import cargo from Kandla (INIXY), please pay attention to the necessary required export documents (to the national customs): packing list, certificates of origin, packing declaration, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document that is completed by a carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm states who takes care of, among other things, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your shipping is at this moment. You can check easily when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Kandla (INIXY) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a container that suits your cargo
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Kandla – (IN IXY) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to find the right container type. Based on your load you choose a size (20-ft, 40-ft) and different container specifications (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Several major international shipping lines operate here. Major towns near the seaport are Kandla, Gandhidham, Anjar, Jodiya, Bhachau, Mundra, Dhrol, Bedi, Malia, Jamnagar, Bhuj, Tankara, Morvi, Sika, Paddhari, Rapar, Wankaner, Kalavad, Lalpur, Salaya. In the box below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Hard-Top Container.
What you need to know about the 20 FT container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. It’s a very common and efficient size, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for all types of cargo, including furniture and removals. Some extra info: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.000 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40 foot container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for shipping large cargo by sea. Good to know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ box. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- The dimensions are standard: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.600 kg.
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Information about FCL containers
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then a full container is often worth it. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many pluses: ideal transit time, damage is lessened and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and it is hard to book during peak season. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Kandla (INIXY) and Hamburg to Kandla (INIXY).
- The concept of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, COSCO, CMA CGM, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
If you do not need a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The idea of LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, the handling and insurance costs are limited and easy time-management and scheduling. Important: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of LCL is based on the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The idea of LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 2 m3 & 14,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, ZIM, Wan Hai, HMM.
Alternative container types
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. There are also special possibilities for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, meat, fish and frozen foods or high class goods. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also check more information about shipping to Montevideo (UYMVD), port of Banjul (GMBJL), San Antonio Oeste (AROES) harbor and terminal Incheon (KRICH).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for the food and beverage industries.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.
Kind of load: What do you want to ship?
Shipping load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Kandla (INIXY) has lots of advantages: attractive tariffs, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo transported by sea include: dry bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, break bulk, roll on/roll off. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, diesel, kerosene, chemicals, biofuels, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and cement, salt, rods, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: load like electronic goods, art and antiques, toys, sports equipment, clothes + shoes, drinks, fashion, furniture, food.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Kandla lasts about 30 days. The total distance is about 7200 nautical miles (nmi). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 13334 kilometers. In case of sea freight, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The actual shipping time depends on draft and speed, wind force and direction and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Kandla (India) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various components as cargo type, the total distance to the delivery destination and currency. Send us a message for the best rates and current transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Kandla, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents should be provided: Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of India or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.kandlaport.com).
The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller arranges the costs of transporting the cargo to the port of destination specified by the buyer. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean 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 Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).