Container shipping Rotterdam to Marmagao
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Mormugao (INMRM)? Sea freight is very practical: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s transparant and it has live tracking. Exporting a container overseas with gas-based fuels or personal goods can be outsourced to e.g. Sinokor Merchant Marine. There are many different sizes and types of shipping containers. An important distinction is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com you will get lots of practical information regarding international transport Mormugao (IN MRM). We get you practical information about the different types of containers. For this we offer a practical step-by-step plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and you will get a competitive quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, secure and cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- When you compare it with air shipments, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for international removals and the transportation of fruit or bikes.
- The Port of Marmagao is a popular port in India.
- You can choose from the following containers: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Insulated, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Mormugao (INMRM) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your cargo is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) ensures that a container is ready. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Mormugao (IN MRM), and will be shipped over the ocean to the agent at the arrival harbour. You can choose for: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below you can read different kind of info about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Marmagao |
| Country of destination | India |
| Port Code | INMRM |
| Transportation time | +/- 30 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Office address | Headland Sada, Goa 403804 India |
| mpt@mptgoa.com | |
| Website | www.mptgoa.com |
| Telephone number | 91-834-512177 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Marmagao
- Shipment details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD (port of destination). Determine your container terms: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Freight preparations
Primarily, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Export documents
If you are going to transport goods to Mormugao (INMRM), please pay attention to the necessary up-to-date export documents (on behalf of national customs): bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document provided by a carrier to a shipper describing the correct state of goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are important to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm states who bears responsibility for e.g. export/import documents, insurances and transport. The most common incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your shipping is at this moment. You can see in realtime when the cargo is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Mormugao (INMRM) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select your container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Marmagao – (IN MRM) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to pick the right container type. There are different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the paragraph below we put everything together and offer information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You can also click directly to information about Tank Container.
What you need to know about the 20ft container
20 foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are quite easy to transport, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal stuff and movings. Good to know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for sending goods overseas.
- 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 allowable load is +/- 27.000 kilogram.
Specifications of a 40 foot container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. It is especially intended for shipping large quantities of goods. Good to know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ variant. They are 9’6 tall. Stuff can be stacked high.
- They are ideal for big shipments.
- It has the following dimensions: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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Details about Full Container (FCL)
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then a full container is often worth it. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. This has multiple advantages: optimal transit time, limited chance of damage and you pay lower price per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and it is hard to book during peak season. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Mormugao (INMRM) or Hamburg to Mormugao (INMRM).
- FCL Means that means that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, ONE.
Less than container (LCL)
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The idea of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: 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 the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The idea of LCL is that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 2,5 m3 – 14,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai.
Information about other types of containers
You can choose from many types of boxes for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are innovative and special constructions for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, flour, coffee or cocoa or other special goods. We explain everything below. You can also check more information about shipping to Kaohsiung (TWKHH), port of Hachinohe (JPHHE), Incheon (KRINC) harbor and terminal Terminal Fredericia (DKFRC).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- 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: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Exporting load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Marmagao (INMRM) has many benefits: low maintenance cost, high sea vessel load capacity and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: containerized, dry bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, diesel, chemicals, biofuels, kerosene, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and rods, plates, sand, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: goods like toys, electronic goods, clothes, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy & shoes, drinks, food, furniture, machines.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Marmagao takes around 30 days. The total distance is approximately 7200 nautical miles (nmi). That equates to 13334 km. When you ship a sea container, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time depends on draft and speed, wind force and wind direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Marmagao (India) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various parts such as container size, period of the year and conditions. Do not hesitate to contact us for a customised quote and extra info.
When you are exporting goods to Mormugao, then you should also think about customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Insurance Certificate. For additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of India or take a look at the website (www.mptgoa.com).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter takes care of covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the selling party is fully liable for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).