Container shipping Rotterdam to Dubai

You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Rashid (AEDXB)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, you have low maintenance costs and it is eco-friendly. Exporting a container overseas with roll on/roll off or semi-finished goods can be done via e.g. COSCO. They can get you a lot of container-types. An important distinction is full containers (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we provide dedicated information regarding international transport Dubai (AE DXB). We get you practical information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Share your cargo and transport wishes and get a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.

Ocean shipping is a fast, secure and cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
Compared to air freight, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
Sea freight is a solution for international movings and the transportation of breakbulk or consumer goods.
The Port of Dubai is a popular port in United Arab Emirates.
Frequently used containers types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Rashid (AEDXB) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your articles are loaded into the container. Your freight forwarder ensures that a container is ready. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Dubai (AE DXB), and will be shipped over the sea to the importer at the POD. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you can read different kind of info about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Dubai
Country of destination	United Arab Emirates
Port Code	AEDXB
Transport Time	+/- 29 days
Shipping prices	$$
Office address	PO Box 17000, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
E-mail address	sales@dpa.ae
Website	www.dpa.ae/
Telephone number	97148811110

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Dubai

Select shipment details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD. Decide how you want to export: (FCL) full containers or partial shipments (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Preparing the cargo
Primarily, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
Export documents
When you import cargo from Rashid (AEDXB), you need to share special export documents (for the national customs): packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing list. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document that is provided to the shipper to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Determine the desired Incoterm
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and duty related matters. The most common incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Follow your cargo live
Use sea freight tracking to see where your shipment is right now. You can see in realtime when the ship is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Rashid (AEDXB) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select the container that suits the freight

You are going to ship a container from port of Dubai – (AE DXB) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you pick the right container type. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the text box below you can read all important information about the most common sizes and types. We also offer more information about Air Freight.

Important specifications of the twenty foot container

20-foot containers (which is a standard dry van) are one of the most used container types. It’s a very common and efficient size, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including household goods and movings. Some extra info: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is often used for transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.500 kilogram.

Information and benefits of 40ft container

A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. Also, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ edition. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Stuff can be stacked high.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
The maximum load is +/- 28.300 kg.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?

If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. The benefits are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, damage is lessened and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are of course also drawbacks: you need large volume to be viable and unloading can be a hassle. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Rashid (AEDXB) or Hamburg to Rashid (AEDXB).

The idea of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, ONE.

When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?

If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, you can use be made of a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The idea of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you can send some good in a cheap way, you spend less on inventory space and easy time-management and scheduling. Watch out: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on volume and weight.

With LCL transport, 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. HMM, ZIM, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, Evergreen.

Other container types for special loads

There exist a lot of box-types for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. But there are also specific options for oils, flour, coffee or cocoa or other special goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. Be sure to check out the transport options to Newark (USEWR), port of Bremerhaven (DEBRV), Oslo (NOOSL) harbor and terminal Kotka (FIKTK).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat and grains.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
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: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Kind of freight: What do you want to ship?

Shipping cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Dubai (AEDXB) has a lot of pluses: it is very efficient, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: roll on/roll off, containerized, liquid bulk, break bulk, dry bulk. Below we give an explanation.

Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, gasoline, kerosene, hydrogen, chemicals, diesel.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and sugar, rods, sand, cement.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
Retail & other: goods like sports equipment, clothes, art and antiques, toys, electronic goods or fashion, food, shoes, furniture, drinks.

All about international transport (FAQ)

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

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Dubai takes about 29 days. The total distance is approximately 7050 nautical miles (nmi). That equates to 13057 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, 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 is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time is subject to vessel speed, sea weather condition and delay at the port.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Rashid (AEDXB)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Dubai (United Arab Emirates) are average. The final invoice amount is determined by various factors such as container size, season and pickup charges and Fill in the application form for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.

Which customs documents do I need to provide?

When sending goods to Dubai, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin. For more detailed information you can contact the customs of United Arab Emirates or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.dpa.ae/).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller takes care of the carriage of the goods up to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Free on Board (FOB) means the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).