Container shipping Rotterdam to Pozzallo

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Pozzallo (ITPZL)? Sea freight is very useful: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is economical and it has live tracking. Ship a container overseas with liquids or furniture can be facilitated by shippinglines like Matson. You can choose from all kind of containers. Transporters make a distinction between (FCL) Full Container Load and a shared container (LCL). Via our experts you will receive practical information with a view to international transport Pozzallo (IT PZL). We share up-to-date information about the different types of containers. On this website you can read a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Provide us with your transport details and we will send a quote with a competitive rate.

Ocean shipping is a smart, trustworthy and cheap way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
Compared to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight is suitable for worldwide relocations and exporting break bulk or factory parts.
The Port of Pozzallo offers excellent transit options in Italy.
The range of containers includes: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Pozzallo (ITPZL) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your cargo is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder ensures that a container is ready. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Pozzallo (IT PZL), and will be shipped overseas to the agent at the POD. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the schedule below we offer useful information about the port of delivery.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Pozzallo
Country of destination	Italy
Port Code	ITPZL
Transport Time	+/- 15 days
Shipping rates	$
Office address	Via E Giunta 21, Pozzallo, Sicily, Italy
E-mail address	italy@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.salute.gov.it
Telephone number	– not available –

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Pozzallo

Shipment details
Enter the departing port and the arrival harbour. Decide if you will ship a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Prepare your package
Obviously, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
Customs document
When you transport your goods to Pozzallo (ITPZL), you should think about special export documents (on behalf of national customs): packing list, packing declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract that is completed by a carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that everything is ready to ship.
Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
An incoterm is a set of rules to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g transit, insurance and customs clearance. Much chosen incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
Track your cargo
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your shipment is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the freight has been departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Pozzallo (ITPZL) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container

You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Pozzallo – (IT PZL) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is highly recommended to pick the right container type. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the paragraph below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular products. We are happy to provide you with more information about Packing list.

Specifications of a 20 ft container

20-foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most popular container size. They are quite easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal stuff and international movings. Keep in mind: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.

This box is widely used for transporting goods by means of shipping.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.300 kilogram.

Specifications of a 40 FT container

The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Moreover, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ variant. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions are standard: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.500 kg.

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Information about Full Container (FCL)

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many advantages to it: It guarantees a faster transit time, damage is lessened and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: you need large volume to be viable and insurance is extra important. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Pozzallo (ITPZL) or Hamburg to Pozzallo (ITPZL).

The idea of FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, COSCO, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd.

What does LCL container mean in shipping?

If a large full container is unnecessary, a shared container can be used. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The concept of LCL is that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight There are many positive aspects to mention like: you can send some good in a cheap way, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and lower sourcing risk. Notable: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of volume and weight.

LCL Means that means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 2 m3 & 13 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, Yang Ming, POL, Wan Hai, Evergreen.

Alternative container types

There exist a lot of box-types for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or fragile items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Alicante Port (ESALC), port of Santo Domingo (DOSDQ), Le Havre (FRLEH) harbor and terminal Moss (NOMSS).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.

Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Main types of ocean freight: what are you going to transport?

Exporting load by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Pozzallo (ITPZL) has a lot of pluses: low rates, high sea vessel load capacity and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: neo bulk, break bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk, containerized. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, hydrogen, petroleum, biofuels, chemicals, gasoline.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and lumber, plates, rods, cement.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
Retail & other: load like electronic goods, clothes, toys, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques + food, drinks, shoes, furniture, machines.

FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport

How many days are needed to ship from Rotterdam to Pozzallo?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Pozzallo takes about 15 days. The distance to be covered is about 3500 nautical miles (M). That equates to 6482 kilometers. In case of sea freight, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The actual shipping time depends on condition of the hull and the propeller, wind force and direction and berth availability.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Pozzallo (ITPZL)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Pozzallo (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by various components as type of container, season and conditions. Please contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When shipping goods to Pozzallo, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents should be provided: Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Packing List. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Italy or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.salute.gov.it).

What incoterm is the most appropriate?

Incoterms define who is responsible for each phase of shipping process. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter takes care of the transportation to the port of origin. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).