Container shipping Rotterdam to Altamira

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Puerto de Altamira (MXATM)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is economical and it has live tracking. Transporting a container by sea with roll on/roll off or equipment can be facilitated by shippinglines like Unifeeder. They can get you and a wide range of container types. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: (FCL) full containers and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our experts you will receive actual information about international transport Altamira (MX ATM). You will find comprehensive information about the various sea container types. Further on you can read a step-by-step import plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and receive a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a good, safe and cheap way to transport large and heavy loads.
Advantages compared to air freight: it offers more capacity and value.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for worldwide movings and shipping break bulk or cars and other vehicles.
The Port of Altamira offers excellent transit options in Mexico.
The range of containers includes: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Puerto de Altamira (MXATM) 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 freight forwarder (intermediary) will reserve a container for you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Altamira (MX ATM), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the arrival port. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the list below you will find important information about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Altamira
Country of destination	Mexico
Port Code	MXATM
Transport Time	+/- 26 days
Shipping costs	$$$$
Port address	Calle Río Tamesí km. 0+800, Puerto Industrial de Altamira, Tamaulipas C.P. 89608, Mexico
Mail	garguelles@puertoaltamira.com.mx
Website	www.puertoaltamira.com.mx/
Telephone number	8332606060

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Altamira

Details of your shipment
Enter the departure port and the POD (port of destination). Decide if you will ship FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load). Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Prepare your package
As a starting point, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To avoid damage, we advise you to use pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
When you import goods from Puerto de Altamira (MXATM), please pay attention to the necessary special export documents (on behalf of national customs): bill of lading, packing declaration, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice that is provided to the shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm defines who takes care of, among other things, shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use container track and trace to check where your freight is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the vessel is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.

Sea freight from Puerto de Altamira (MXATM) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): match your cargo with container type

You are going to ship a container from port of Altamira – (MX ATM) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is important to ask an appropriate container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different container agreements (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Several major international shipping lines operate here. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the box below you will find useful information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Get shipping quote.

Explanation of the twenty foot container

20. ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which results in lower shipping costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods or international removals. Nice to know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.

This box offers a solution for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.500 kg.

Important specifications of the 40 ft container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large quantities of goods. Finally, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ deal. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Stuff can be stacked high.

Used for dry freight of all kinds.
The dimensions are the same internationally: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.700 kilogram.

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(FCL) Full Container

When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then it is usually better to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The advantages are great: optimal transit time, limited damage risk and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and there is only limited availability. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Puerto de Altamira (MXATM) and Hamburg to Puerto de Altamira (MXATM).

What we mean by FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC.

What is a Less than container (LCL)?

With a small freight, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The premise of LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are many benefits like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and it is faster during peak-season. Worth mentioning: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on volume and weight.

The idea of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 3 m3 – 15,5 m3.
Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. HMM, Evergreen, Yang Ming, ZIM, POL.

Special containers for special freight

The range of boxes is very varied for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are innovative and special constructions for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, vegetables and fruit or unique high value cargo. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Onne (NGONN), port of Durres (ALDRZ), Zeeland Seaports (NLTNZ) harbor and terminal New York (USNYC).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.

Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?

Exporting load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Altamira (MXATM) has lots of advantages: low cost, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and very flexible. The most important ocean cargo transported by sea include: roll on/roll off, break bulk, neo bulk, dry bulk, containerized. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured 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. chemicals, gasoline, kerosene, biofuels, hydrogen, diesel.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and coils, plates, sand, cement.
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: load like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, clothes, toys and furniture, food, machines, fashion, drinks.

All about international transport (FAQ)

How long does it take for a container ship to go from Rotterdam to Altamira?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Altamira takes approximately 26 days. The distance to be covered is about 6200 nautical miles. This is roughly equivalent to 11482 km. In case of sea freight, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: displacement of the vessel, wind force and wind direction and type and weight of cargo.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Puerto de Altamira (MXATM)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Altamira (Mexico) are relatively expensive. The total cost is determined by various factors such as container size, shipping time and currency. We invite you to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.

What documents do you need for customs?

When sending goods to Altamira, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, you can contact the customs of Mexico or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.puertoaltamira.com.mx/).

What incoterm is best for my business?

Incoterms describe who bears the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with a transaction. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter is responsible for the costs of transporting the cargo to the agreed port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).