Container shipping Rotterdam to Rijeka

You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Rijeka (HRRJK)? Sea freight is very practical: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is economical and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container overseas with dry bulk or semi-finished goods can be facilitated by shippinglines like TS Lines. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from a lot of container-types. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we share accurate information regarding international transport Rijeka (HR RJK). You will find inside-information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. On this website you can read a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Provide us with your transport details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with great prices and shipping conditions.

Ocean shipping is a quick, safe and relatively cheap way to ship high volume products.
When we compare this to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is recommended for international movings and transporting roll on/roll off or motorbikes.
The Port of Rijeka is a popular port in Croatia.
Containers that are often transported are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Insulated, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Tank, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Rijeka (HRRJK) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your goods are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will reserve a container for you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Rijeka (HR RJK), and will be transported by sea to the addressee at the port of destination. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the schedule below you will find some basic data of the port of delivery.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Rijeka
Country of destination	Croatia
Port Code	HRRJK
Transportation time	+/- 13 days
Shipping rates	$$
Local address	LUKA Rijeka d.d., Riva 1, Rijeka 51000, Croatia
E-mail address	rijeka.gateway@portauthority.hr
Website	www.portauthority.hr
Telephone number	38551351111

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Rijeka

Details of your shipment
Enter the departing port and the destination harbor. Choose how you want to transport: (FCL) full containers or partial shipments (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Freight preparations
Primarily, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
Customs document
When exporting goods to Rijeka (HRRJK), you should think about various export documents (for the purpose of national customs): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing list, bill of lading, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract signed by the carrier to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm states who bears responsibility for e.g. shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Frequently used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Cargo Track & Trace
Use sea freight tracking to check where your load is right now. You can see exactly when the shipping is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Rijeka (HRRJK) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a suitable container

You want to ship a container from port of Rijeka – (HR RJK) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? The first step is to get a suitable container. There are different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container agreements (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Some main shipping lines are CMA CGM, Evergreen. Important towns around the port are Rijeka, Opatija, Krk, Senj, Buje, Ogulin, Porec, Rab, Rovinj, Pula, Karlovac, Pag, Gospic, Zapresic, Zagreb, Velika Gorica, Sesvete, Petrinja, Krapina, Zadar. In the section below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Our specialists also provide details about LCL Shipping.

Specifications of a 20 FT container

20-foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which means they are cheaper to ship. Very suitable for the transport of personal stuff or international movings. Keep in mind: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.

This box offers a solution for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 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 +/- 27.600 kilogram.

Specifications of a 40 ft container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Moreover, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ edition. They are 9’6 tall. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

Very suitable for large loads.
The dimensions are as follows: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.800 kilogram.

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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?

If you want to ship a lot of cargo, than you can reserve your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. The benefits are great: ideal transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are also disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and the financial risk is much greater. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Rijeka (HRRJK) and Hamburg to Rijeka (HRRJK).

The meaning of FCL is: you get the universal right to your own container.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, COSCO, Maersk.

Use a Less than container (LCL)

With a small freight, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The premise of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you can send some good in a cheap way, you can save on inventory costs and more flexible during intense shipping season. Remark: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is a better choice. The shipping rates are based on volume and weight.

The idea of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 2 m3 and 15,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
Easier to find space during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, POL, ZIM, Wan Hai, Yang Ming.

Other special types of containers

There is a wide range of boxes for ocean transport. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Special boxes are also being used for oils or chemicals, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also read more information about shipments to Rashid (AEDXB), port of Rio Haina (DOHAI), Jacksonville (USJAX) harbor and terminal Qasim (PKBQM).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Kind of freight: What do you want to ship?

Exporting load by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Rijeka (HRRJK) have all kinds of advantages: attractive pricing, it is great for transporting bulky goods and very flexible. Popular types of ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: neo bulk, dry bulk, containerized, liquid bulk, break bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, hydrogen, kerosene, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like sugar, rods, lumber, sand.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
Retail & other: freight like sports equipment, electronic goods, toys, art and antiques, clothes & shoes, food, drinks, machines, fashion.

FAQ: current topics around international transport

How long does it take a cargo ship from Rotterdam to Rijeka?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Rijeka takes approx 13 days. The distance to be covered is about 3100 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 5741 km. When you ship a sea container, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The shipping time is determined on the basis of vessel speed, the sea conditions and type and weight of cargo.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Rijeka (HRRJK)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Rijeka (Croatia) are average. The total cost depends on various features such as cargo type, shipping route and exchange rates. Fill out our form for additional information, transit time and current rates.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When you are sending goods to Rijeka, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are important: Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. For additional information, please contact the customs of Croatia or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.portauthority.hr).

What Incoterm should i use?

Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. For sea transportation, we usually use CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter bears responsibility for the costs of transporting the cargo to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller must arrange everything regarding the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).