Container shipping Rotterdam to Saint George’s

You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Saint George’s (GDSTG)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is flexible and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Exporting a container overseas with liquids or equipment can be done via e.g. Hapag-Lloyd. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from many different types of shipping containers. An important distinction is a complete full container (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport specialists we share dedicated information for international transport Saint George’s (GD STG). We provide you with extensive information about the different types of sea containers. Besides this we share a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Send us your details and receive a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.

Ocean shipping is a quick, sure and inexpensive way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is perfect for international relocations and carrying break bulk or cars.
The Port of Saint George’s is one of the biggest ports of Grenada.
You can choose from the following containers: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Saint George’s (GDSTG) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your products are packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will arrange the container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the departure port Saint George’s (GD STG), and will be shipped over the sea to the importer at the arrival harbour. You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the schedule below we provide you with details about the port of arrival.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Saint George’s
Country of destination	Grenada
Port Code	GDSTG
Transport Time	+/- 24 days
Shipping prices	$
Office address	The Carenage, PO Box 494, Saint George’s, Grenada
E-mail address	grenport@caribsurf.com
Website	www.grenadacruiseport.com/
Phone	473-440-7878

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Saint George’s

Select shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Choose how you want to transport: a complete full container (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Packing the freight
First of all, make sure the freight is packed securely. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise you to use pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you want to send cargo to Saint George’s (GDSTG), you will need special export documents (to the national customs): certificates of origin, packing declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a legal document that is provided to the shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Find your incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm defines who takes care of, among other things, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Much chosen incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Ocean freight tracking
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the ship is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Saint George’s (GDSTG) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick your container

You are going to ship a container from port of Saint George’s – (GD STG) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is crucial to get a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and methods (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the following summary you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. We also offer more information about Bulk Containers.

Explanation about a 20 FT container

Twenty Foot Containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which means they are cheaper to ship. Widely used for transporting personal effects or international movings. Pro tip: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.

This box offers a solution for sending goods overseas.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.500 kilogram.

Explanation of the 40 ft container

The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting bulk goods by sea. Good to know: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ box. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal for tall items.

Used for dry freight of all kinds.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.600 kg.

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What does FCL container mean in shipping?

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then a full container is often worth it. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many pluses: faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: it is not efficient for small cargo types and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Saint George’s (GDSTG) and Hamburg to Saint George’s (GDSTG).

The meaning of FCL is: the whole container is intended for one shipper.
Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. COSCO, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, CMA CGM.

Information about LCL containers

If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The premise of LCL is that you share space with others. There are many positive aspects to mention like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

With LCL transport, your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
A suitable choice for transport with a size between 4 m3 and 14,5 m3.
Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
Easier to book during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, ZIM, HMM, Wan Hai, Yang Ming.

Alternative container types

There is a wide range of boxes for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Besides this, there are also applications for liquids, flour, coffee or cocoa or unique high value cargo. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also read more information about shipments to Masan (KRMAS), port of Lautoka (FJLTK), Louis (MUPLU) harbor and terminal Willemstad (ANCUR).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Kind of freight: What do you want to ship?

Transporting goods by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Saint George’s (GDSTG) is very popular because of attractive prices, there are lots of different shipping options and very flexible. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, diesel, gasoline, biofuels, kerosene, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sand, sugar, plates, rods.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
Retail & other: cargo like toys, sports equipment, clothes, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy + fashion, machines, drinks, food, furniture.

FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport

What is the shipping time from Rotterdam to Saint George’s?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Saint George’s takes on average 24 days. The total distance is approximately 5700 nautical miles. That is about 10556 km. When you send something by sea, 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 is subject to the boat speed, weather conditions and delay at the port.

What are the average costs of shipping container to Saint George’s (GDSTG)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Saint George’s (Grenada) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by a number of factors like cargo weight, shipping route and local handling fees. Message us for the best rates and current transit times.

What customs documents are needed?

When you are exporting goods to Saint George’s, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Packing List. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of Grenada or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.grenadacruiseport.com/).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter is responsible for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of origin. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller must arrange everything regarding the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).