Container shipping Rotterdam to Pasir Gudang
You want to ship a container from Rotterdam to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is efficient much more environmental friendly than air freight. Importing a container overseas with ro-ro or cars can be facilitated by shippinglines like X-Press Feeders. Shipping lines offer a lot of container-types. There is made a difference between (FCL) full containers and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we share dedicated information regarding international transport Pasir Gudang (MY PGU). You can read up-to-date information about the different types of containers. You can make use of our practical step-by-step plan. Fill out the form and get a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a good, secure and relatively cheap way to export or import international containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is ideal for worldwide movings and importing gas-based fuels or motorbikes.
- The Port of Pasir Gudang offers excellent transit options in Malaysia.
- Frequently used containers types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Insulated, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your goods are wrapped up in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder ensures that a container is ready. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departing port Pasir Gudang (MY PGU), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the table below you will find some basic data of the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Pasir Gudang |
| Country of destination | Malaysia |
| Port Code | MYPGU |
| Transit Time | +/- 44 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | PO Box 151, Pasir Gudang, Johor 81700, Malaysia |
| E-mail address | jpb@johorport.com.my |
| Website | www.johorport.com.my |
| Phone | 607-2535888 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Pasir Gudang
- Details of your shipment
Enter the origin of shipment and the POD (port of destination). Choose how you want to transport: a complete full container (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Loading the freight
As a starting point, make sure the freight is packed securely. To limit damage, we advise you to use pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Customs document
If you are going to transport goods to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU), you must send several export documents (for correct national customs papers): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing declaration, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract signed by the carrier describing the correct state of goods and that everything is ready to ship.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Live tracking of the shipment
Use the track and trace service to check where your shipment is at this moment. You can see in realtime when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a suitable container
You want to ship a container from port of Pasir Gudang – (MY PGU) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is important to ask an appropriate container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Well-known shipping lines are Evergreen, Hanjin, K Line, MOL, OOCL. Major towns near the seaport are Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram, Sekudai, Kota Tinggi, Senai, Kulai, Pekan Nenas, Kelapa Sawit, Pontian Kecil, Simpang Rengam, Kluang, Parit Raja, Mersing, Yong Peng, Bandar Penggaram, Chaah, Labis, Bukit Bakri, Bandar Maharani. In the section below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You can also click directly to information about International Movings.
Details of a 20 ft container
20 ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are quite easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal items and international removals. Nice to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- One of the most rented boxes for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.900 kilogram.
Details of a 40 foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ choice. They are 9’6 tall. Very suitable for high products.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The format is universal: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.000 kg.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. There are many pluses: faster transit time, damage is lessened and you pay lower price per unit. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and it is hard to book during peak season. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) or Hamburg to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU).
- The idea of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?
If you do not need a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The concept of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. The advantages of this option include: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, you can save on inventory costs and easy time-management and scheduling. Remark: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of the shipment is determined by the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- LCL means that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 2 m3 & 16,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, ZIM, POL, HMM, Yang Ming.
Other container types for special loads
There exist a lot of box-types for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are innovative and special constructions for oils, flowers, fruit or other special goods. We explain everything below. You can also look further at transport options in Plymouth (GBPLY), port of Incheon (KRICH), Copenhagen (DKCPH) harbor and terminal Brisbane (AUBNE).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like 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: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.
- Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.
Main types of ocean freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Exporting cargo by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) have all kinds of advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, very safe and secure and very flexible. Much seen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, dry bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, diesel, gasoline, chemicals, petroleum, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, plates, lumber, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: load like toys, clothes, sports equipment, art and antiques, electronic goods & shoes, food, furniture, drinks, machines.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Pasir Gudang takes around 44 days. The total distance is approximately 10500 nautical miles. Converted that is 19446 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The actual shipping time depends on vessel speed, weather conditions and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Pasir Gudang (Malaysia) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on important aspects like container size, shipping time and freight forwarder handling fees. Fill out our form for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you are sending goods to Pasir Gudang, there are documents you need for customs clearance. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Packing List. For more detailed information please contact the customs of Malaysia or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.johorport.com.my).
The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter takes care of the transportation to the named port of destination. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller has the responsibility for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).