Container shipping Rotterdam to Ploce

You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Ploce (HRPLE)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is efficient and you can track the cargo in real time. Exporting a container overseas with roll on/roll off or machinery is very easy with e.g. Zim Integrated Shipping Services. When you are exporting, you can choose from and a wide range of container types. A big difference is being made between a full container for yourself (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our experts we offer dedicated information for international transport Ploce (HR PLE). We get you up-to-date information about the different types of containers. On this website you can read a 5 step export plan. Fill out the form and receive a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, trustworthy and cheap way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
Advantages compared to air freight: you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
Sea freight is great for international relocations and the transit of roll on/roll off or factory parts.
The Port of Ploce is an important logistics artery in Croatia.
Commonly container types are: 20 footers, 40 footers and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Ploce (HRPLE) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your articles are loaded into the container. The middleman (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Ploce (HR PLE), and will be shipped by sea to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the following paragraph we offer useful information about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Ploce
Country of destination	Croatia
Port Code	HRPLE
Transport Time	+/- 13 days
Shipping prices	$$
Office address	Trg Kralja Tomislava 21, Ploce 20 340, Croatia
E-mail	lucka-uprava-ploce1@du.t-com.hr
Website	www.port-authority-ploce.hr
Telephone number	38520603281

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Ploce

Enter freight details
Enter the origin of shipment and the port of destination. Also indicate whether you choose Full Container Load (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also select the desired size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Cargo preparations
As a starting point, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
Common Export Documents
If you are going to transport goods to Ploce (HRPLE), you need to share required export documents (for fast customs clearance): packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing list, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice provided by a carrier to a shipper to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who is the risk-bearing party for transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Widely used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
Track shipment
Use sea freight tracking to check where your freight is right now. You can see 24/7 when the freight has been registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Ploce (HRPLE) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select your container type

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Ploce – (HR PLE) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is highly recommended to rent a suitable container. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and methods (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Popular shipping lines include Evergreen, MSC. The port offers an excellent connection to Metkovic, Korcula, Makarska, Dubrovnik, Omis, Solin, Split, Sinj, Trogir, Sibenik, Knin, Biograd na Moru, Gracac, Zadar, Gospic, Slavonski Brod, Nova Gradiska, Pag, Zupanja, Pozega. In the paragraph below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular container types. We also offer more information about FCL Shipping.

Information and benefits of 20 FT container

20-foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are quite easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including household goods and movings. Good to know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box offers a solution for transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.800 kilogram.

What you need to know about the 40ft container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Good to know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ choice. Thereby you have a little more height. Stuff can be stacked high.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
The dimensions are standard: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.000 kg.

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(FCL) Full Container

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then you better book an exclusive private 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: It guarantees a faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and you take advantage of economies of scale. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for small cargo and unloading can be a hassle. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Ploce (HRPLE) and Hamburg to Ploce (HRPLE).

What we mean by FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, COSCO.

In which situations do I choose an LCL container?

If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and lower sourcing risk. Worth mentioning: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, it is often cheaper to book a full container. LCL cost is calculated by volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).

LCL means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 1,5 m3 – 15 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. HMM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM, POL.

Various other types of containers

The range of boxes is very varied for international cargo shipping. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are specially developed transport options for oils, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or high class goods. We give a short explanation below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Lima (PELIM), port of Hong Kong (HKHKG), Durban (ZADUR) harbor and terminal Samsun (TRSSX).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.

Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.

Cargo types: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Transporting cargo by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Ploce (HRPLE) is very popular because of low prices, it is great for transporting bulky goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. The most important ocean cargo transported by sea include: neo bulk, break bulk, dry bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk. Below you can read more information 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): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, hydrogen, gasoline, diesel, petroleum, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and rods, lumber, sand, cement.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
Retail & other: load like sports equipment, clothes, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, toys + shoes, machines, furniture, drinks, fashion.

All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)

How long does it take to ship from Rotterdam to Ploce?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Ploce takes approx 13 days. The total distance is approximately 3100 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 5741 km. When you have booked a sea freight you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The shipping time is determined on the basis of displacement of the vessel, the sea conditions and type and weight of cargo.

What are the all-in costs of shipping a container to Ploce (HRPLE)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Ploce (Croatia) are average. The total cost is subject to various parts such as container size, the total distance to the delivery destination and currency. Request a quote without obligation for more information, a price proposal and transit time.

What customs documents do i need?

When you are sending goods to Ploce, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents should be provided: Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Croatia or check the official website for more info (www.port-authority-ploce.hr).

Which Incoterm is the best to choose for?

Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. For sea transportation, we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter is responsible for covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the port of origin. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).