Container shipping Rotterdam to Port Moresby
Would you like to ship a container from Rotterdam to Moresby (PGPOM)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is great for bulk goods and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Ship a container overseas with ro-ro or machinery can be done via e.g. Wan Hai Lines. When you are exporting, you can choose from different types of containers. Transporters make a distinction between a complete full container (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we offer helpful information about international transport Port Moresby (PG POM). You can read inside-information about the different types of containers. On this website you can read a 5 step export plan. Contact u directly and we will prepare a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, safe and affordable way to export or import international containers.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is ideal for international relocations and transporting refrigerated cargo or vehicles.
- The Port of Port Moresby is an important logistics artery in Papua New Guinea.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Moresby (PGPOM) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your articles are transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will book a container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of Port Moresby (PG POM), and will be shipped overseas to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). There are different kind of options: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph you will find some basic data of the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Port Moresby |
| Country of destination | Papua New Guinea |
| Port Code | PGPOM |
| Transportation time | +/- 54 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Port address | PO Box 671, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea |
| papua-new-guinea@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.pngports.com.pg/ |
| Phone | 3211400 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Port Moresby
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Specify your preference: FCL (Full Container Load) or a shared container (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
To start with, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you ship cargo to Moresby (PGPOM), you should organize relevant export documents (for the purpose of national customs): certificates of origin, packing list, bill of lading, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm defines who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and duty related matters. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track shipment
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your load is right now. You will get a notification when the ship is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Moresby (PGPOM) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select your container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Port Moresby – (PG POM) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you rent a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20ft & 40ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Many international shipping lines operate this route. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the next chapter you can read all important information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. Our specialists also provide details about Shipping rates.
Details of a 20 foot container
20 foot containers (some people call it dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to stack, so the transport costs are quite low. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods and movings. Some extra info: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- This box offers a solution for transporting cargo by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.500 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40ft container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Also, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ box. Thereby you have a little more height. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- It has the following dimensions: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.600 kg.
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Information about Full Container (FCL)
When you need a lot of container space, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). There is no need to share it with other shippers. The advantages are great: faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and it’s more cost-effective. There are also disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and insurance is more expensive. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Moresby (PGPOM) and Hamburg to Moresby (PGPOM).
- What we mean by FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO.
LCL: Less than container
With a small freight, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You benefit from many advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Pay attention: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is a better choice. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The premise of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 1,5 m3 & 15 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, HMM, Evergreen, ZIM, POL.
Various other types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Special boxes are also being used for liquid bulk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. You can read all about it in the section below. Also check other destinations such as Newcastle (AUNTL), port of Kpeme (TGKPE), Xiamen (CNXMN) harbor and terminal Masan (KRMAS).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Load types: What do you want to ship?
Exporting stuff by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Port Moresby (PGPOM) have all kinds of advantages: low rates, high sea vessel load capacity and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The most important ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: containerized, dry bulk, neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, kerosene, diesel, chemicals, gasoline, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also plates, rods, salt, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: items like clothes, sports equipment, toys, electronic goods, art and antiques or furniture, shoes, machines, food, drinks.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Port Moresby takes around 54 days. The total distance is about 12800 nautical miles. 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 23706 km. If you choose transport by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. The actual shipping time depends on condition of the hull, wind force and direction and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea) are relatively expensive. The total cost is subject to various ingredients such as type of container, the total distance to the delivery destination and other costs like stacking and siting. Please contact us for a customised quote and extra info.
When transporting goods to Port Moresby, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice. For additional information, you can contact the customs of Papua New Guinea or take a look at the website (www.pngports.com.pg/).
Incoterms describe who bears the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with a transaction. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter covers transportation and insurance to the port of origin. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).