Container shipping Rotterdam to Asuncion
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is great for bulk goods and it has live tracking. Ship a container overseas with dry bulk or equipment can be facilitated by shippinglines like Arkas Container Transport. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from all kind of containers. You have to choose between full containers (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via containershippingservice.com we offer helpful information with a view to international transport Asuncion (PY ASU). You can read comprehensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. You can make use of our practical step-by-step plan. Send us your details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a good, sure and low cost-way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- When you compare it with air shipments, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for international relocations and carrying food or machinery.
- The Port of Asuncion is an important hub in Paraguay.
- The range of containers includes: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your cargo is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will arrange the container. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Asuncion (PY ASU), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the POD (port of destination). You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the schedule 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 Asuncion |
| Country of destination | Paraguay |
| Port Code | PYASU |
| Transportation time | +/- 36 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Office address | Asuncion (Lambarý), Paraguay |
| E-mail address | paraguay@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | www.annp.gov.py/ |
| Telephone number | (595)(21)495-086 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Asuncion
- Enter freight details
Enter the origin of shipment and the POD (port of destination). Determine your container terms: full containers (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Packing the freight
To begin, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To avoid nasty accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs documents and procedures
If you are going to transport goods to Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU), you will have to provide up-to-date export documents (for correct national customs papers): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Find your incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The chosen Incoterm decides how much responsibility you have for transport, insurance and duty related matters. Widely used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Follow your cargo live
Use the track and trace service to check where your freight is at this moment. You will get a notification when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a suitable container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Asuncion – (PY ASU) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Compare the options and pick the right container type. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the section below you will find useful information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. Our specialists also provide details about Container types.
Explanation of the 20ft container
20 FT containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are relatively easy to ship, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for different kinds of storage including household goods and movings. What you might not know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box offers a solution for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.200 kilogram.
Information and benefits of forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ edition. Thereby you have a little more height. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The format is almost always the same: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.600 kg.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. It is a popular transport method: It allows for a faster transit time, limited damage risk and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: you need large volume to be viable and it is hard to book during peak season. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU) or Hamburg to Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU).
- The premise of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. What we mean by LCL is that you share space with others. The advantages of this option include: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and lower sourcing risk. Worth mentioning: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- LCL Means that means that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 1,5 m3 – 15,5 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, POL, Wan Hai, HMM.
Other container types for special loads
There are many different types of boxes available for ocean transport. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for liquids, meat, fish and frozen foods or fragile items. We’ve explained it all below. You can also read more information about shipments to Piraeus (GRPIR), port of Hulaylah (AEHTL), Lirquen (CLLQN) harbor and terminal Keelung (TWKEL).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Load types: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Asuncion (PYASU) has many benefits: low rates, high sea vessel load capacity and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, kerosene, chemicals, biofuels, gasoline, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and sand, cement, rods, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: products like clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys, sports equipment, electronic goods + furniture, fashion, drinks, machines, food.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Asuncion takes approx 36 days. The distance to be covered is about 8500 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 15742 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: the boat speed, sea weather condition and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Asuncion (Paraguay) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by various parts such as the size of the container, period of the year and freight forwarder handling fees. We invite you to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When sending goods to Asuncion, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are required: Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit. For more information, please contact the customs of Paraguay or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.annp.gov.py/).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller covers the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).