Container shipping Rotterdam to Oran
Would you like to ship a container from Rotterdam to Oran (DZORN)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is great for bulk goods and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting containers with freight like breakbulk or machinery is easy with shippinglines like Sinotrans. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from various types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our portal you will get helpful information with a view to international transport Oran (DZ ORN). We get you extensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. For this we offer a export plan in 5 steps. Fill out the form and we will prepare a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, trustworthy and cost-effective way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- When we compare this to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is suitable for international removals and transporting food or bikes.
- The Port of Oran is an important hub in Algeria.
- You can choose from the following containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Oran (DZORN) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your products are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will reserve a container for you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the departing port Oran (DZ ORN), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the arrival harbour. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below you will find important information about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Oran |
| Country of destination | Algeria |
| Port Code | DZORN |
| Transportation time | +/- 10 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$ |
| Local address | 1 Rue du 20 Aout, Oran 31000, Algeria |
| algeria@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.portofantwerp.com/en/oran-dzorn |
| Phone | 21341332441 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Oran
- Cargo details
Enter the departure port and the arrival harbour. Determine the desired transport method: a complete full container (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Packing the container
Firstly, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When exporting cargo to Oran (DZORN), please pay attention to the necessary several export documents (for fast customs clearance): bill of lading, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing list, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a legal document signed by the carrier confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g insurance, transport and all documents. Much chosen incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track your cargo
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your freight is right now. You can check easily when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Oran (DZORN) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select your container
Would you like to ship a container from port of Oran – (DZ ORN) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is crucial to pick the right container type. You can choose from large and small sizes (20ft & 40ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Some main shipping lines are CMA CGM, MSC. The port offers an excellent connection to Wahran, Sidi Ali, Aflu, Médéa, Birin, Algiers, Tigzirt, Timizart, Tazmalt, Constantine, Tuggurt, Warqla, Adrar. In the next chapter we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular boxes. You can also click directly to information about Letter of Credit.
Specifications of a twenty foot container
20 ft. containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are very efficient, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items and movings. Good to know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for sending goods with transport ships.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.800 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40 ft container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. He can hold much more cargo. It is especially intended for transporting bulk goods by sea. Finally, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ edition. Thereby you have a little more height. Ideal for tall items.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- The format is universal: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.500 kilogram.
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Full Container (FCL)
When you need a lot of container space, it is best to book a full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The benefits are great: quick transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you pay lower price per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: it is not suitable for small cargo and insurance is more expensive. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Oran (DZORN) and Hamburg to Oran (DZORN).
- FCL means that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, CMA CGM, COSCO, Maersk, MSC.
Less than container (LCL)
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The meaning of LCL is: you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. The advantages of this option include: you can send some good in a cheap way, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and easy time-management and scheduling. Disclaimer: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The cost of LCL is based on the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 3 m3 & 14 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, ZIM, Evergreen, HMM, Wan Hai.
Other special types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, flowers, fruit or very expensive items. We give a short explanation below. You can also look further at transport options in Bolama (GWBOL), port of Vancouver (CAVAN), Ube (JPUBJ) harbor and terminal Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Kind of load: what do you want to transport by sea?
Importing cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Oran (DZORN) has a lot of pluses: attractive rates, best for Bulky Goods and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. The most important ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, hydrogen, petroleum, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and coils, salt, plates, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: products like medical/pharmacy, toys, electronic goods, clothes, art and antiques or fashion, drinks, shoes, food, machines.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Oran takes approximately 10 days. The distance between the two ports is about 2400 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 4445 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull and the propeller, wind force and direction and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Oran (Algeria) are slightly above average. The total cost is subject to various features such as the size of the container, shipping route and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Message us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you send goods to Oran, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses. For more information, you can contact the customs of Algeria or check the official website for more info (www.portofantwerp.com/en/oran-dzorn).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. Popular terms for waterway transportation are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party pays for delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the named port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller must arrange everything regarding the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).