Container shipping Rotterdam to Montreal
Would you like to ship a container from Rotterdam to Montreal (CAMTR)? Sea freight is very useful: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it’s convenient and it is safe. Shipping a container with sea freight such as liquids or vehicles can be facilitated by shippinglines like Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. They offer various types of containers. A big difference is being made between (FCL) full containers and a shared container (LCL). Via our transport specialists you will find actual information for the purpose of international transport Montreal (CA MTR). We share extensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Send you shipping details and get a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, trustworthy and affordable way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is a solution for worldwide relocations and transporting breakbulk or vehicles.
- The Port of Montreal is an important logistics artery in Canada.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Ventilated, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Montreal (CAMTR) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your products are transferred in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) will reserve a container for you. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the departure port Montreal (CA MTR), and will be shipped overseas to the agent at the port of destination. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you will find some basic data of the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Montreal |
| Country of destination | Canada |
| Port Code | CAMTR |
| Transport Time | +/- 14 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Local address | Port of Montreal Building, Wing No. 1 Cite du Havre Montreal, Quebec H3C 3R5 Canada |
| info@port-montreal.com | |
| Website | www.port-montreal.com |
| Telephone number | (514)283-7011 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Montreal
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and the arrival harbour. Determine the desired transport method: a full container for yourself (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Pack you load
To begin, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you want to send cargo to Montreal (CAMTR), you must send relevant export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing list, commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that everything is ready to ship.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for e.g shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Frequently used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to see where your load is right now. You can see in realtime when the ship is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Montreal (CAMTR) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select the container that suits the freight
You need to ship a container from port of Montreal – (CA MTR) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you pick the right container type. They come in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and multiple transport options (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC, NYK, OOCL. Major towns near the seaport are Montreal, Saint-Rémi, Beloeil, Marieville, Sainte-Martine, Verchères, Napierville, Laurentides, Saint-Jérôme, Saint-Denis, Saint-Césaire, Contrecoeur, Lavaltrie, Lacolle, Saint-Jacques, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Ormstown, Crabtree, Saint-Hyacinthe, Sainte-Julienne. Below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most common sizes and types. You can also click through to our page about Cargo types.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
20 foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects and movings. What you might not know: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.200 kilogram.
Details of a 40 FT container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. It is especially intended for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ edition. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.300 kilogram.
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(FCL) Full Container
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, than you can reserve your own full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. It is a popular transport method: optimal transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and unloading can be a hassle. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Montreal (CAMTR) or Hamburg to Montreal (CAMTR).
- The goal of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
If a large full container is unnecessary, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The goal of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. The advantages of this option include: you pay only for the volume you need, you can save on inventory costs and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of the shipment is determined by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- With LCL transport, your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 1,5 m3 and 16,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai, POL, ZIM.
Other types of containers and customization
There exist a lot of box-types for transporting your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. But there are also specific options for liquid bulk, grain, flour, or unique high value cargo. We give a short explanation below. You can also check more information about shipping to Moresby (PGPOM), port of Kainan (JPKAI), Selat Panjang (IDSPA) harbor and terminal Accra (GHACC).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
- Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Main types of ocean freight: What do you want to ship?
Importing load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Montreal (CAMTR) is very popular because of attractive prices, high sea vessel load capacity and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo transported by sea include: dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, containerized. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, kerosene, diesel, chemicals, gasoline, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and plates, coils, sand, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: cargo like sports equipment, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, toys + shoes, furniture, machines, drinks, food.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Montreal lasts about 14 days. The distance to be covered is about 3400 nautical miles. Converted that is 6297 km. If you choose transport by sea, 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 is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: condition of the hull and the propeller, weather and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Montreal (Canada) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by various factors such as type of goods transported, shipping time and conditions. Please contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you are sending goods to Montreal, then the customs clearance will also pass. You need to present the following documents: Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of Canada or check the official website for more info (www.port-montreal.com).
Incoterms describe the rights and obligations of both seller and buyer. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party arranges transportation and insurance to the required port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).