Container shipping Rotterdam to San Juan
Do you need to ship a container from Rotterdam to San Juan (PRSJU)? Sea freight has many pluses: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, you have low maintenance costs and it has live tracking. Exporting a container overseas with container cargo or factory parts can be facilitated by shippinglines like Shandong International Transportation Corporation. You can choose from various types of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between full containers (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our portal you will receive lots of practical information for international transport San Juan (PR SJU). You will find up-to-date information about the different types of containers. You can make use of our 5 step export plan. Send us your details and get a quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, secure and inexpensive way to export or import international containers.
- When we compare this to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and transporting refrigerated cargo or motorbikes.
- The Port of San Juan is one of the most important ports in Puerto Rico.
- The range of containers includes: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
Main topics
Shipping to San Juan (PRSJU) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your cargo is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder company have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departing port San Juan (PR SJU), and will be shipped over the ocean to the customs at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below you will find important information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of San Juan |
| Country of destination | Puerto Rico |
| Port Code | PRSJU |
| Transport Time | +/- 23 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$ |
| Port address | Calle Lindbergh #64, San Juan 00907, Puerto Rico |
| webmaster@prpa.gobierno.pr | |
| Website | www.prpa.gobierno.pr |
| Phone number | 787-723-2260 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of San Juan
- Information about your freight
Enter the departing port and the arrival port. Choose if you want to ship a full container just for your freight (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Pack you load
Firstly, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To avoid nasty accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you want to send goods to San Juan (PRSJU), you should organize various export documents (for the purpose of national customs): bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing list. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract provided by a carrier to a shipper describing the correct state of goods and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm shows who is the risk-bearing party for transport, insurance and duty related matters. Frequently used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track your cargo
Use the track and trace service to see where your freight is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the ship is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from San Juan (PRSJU) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select the container that suits the freight
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of San Juan – (PR SJU) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you find the right container type. There are different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the next section you will find useful information about the most popular products. You can also click through to our page about Cargo types.
Details of a 20 FT container
20 ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are quite easy to transport, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items or international movings. What you might not know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box offers a solution for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.900 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40 FT container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it very economical for shipping large cargo by sea. Good to know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ deal. They are 9’6 tall. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- 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.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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Details about Full Container (FCL)
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, it is best to book a full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The benefits are great: quick transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Important to mention: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to San Juan (PRSJU) and Hamburg to San Juan (PRSJU).
- The goal of FCL is that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO.
When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?
If you don’t prefer a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL means that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You benefit from many advantages: perfect for shipping small loads, less inventory costs & management and more options during peak shipping season. Watch out: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The total shipping costs are related to number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- LCL Means that means that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 4 m3 – 16,5 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, ZIM, Yang Ming, HMM, Wan Hai.
Information about other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. Special boxes are also being used for liquid bulk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or fragile items. You can read more about it below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Beira (MZBEW), port of El Dekheila (EGEDK), Taranto (ITTAR) harbor and terminal Wuhan (CNWUH).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Freight types: what do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting goods by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to San Juan (PRSJU) has many benefits: attractive costs, there are lots of different shipping options and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, neo bulk, dry bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, diesel, kerosene, gasoline, chemicals, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like lumber, plates, cement, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, sports equipment, clothes, toys, medical/pharmacy or furniture, machines, food, shoes, drinks.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to San Juan takes around 23 days. The total distance is approximately 5500 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 10186 km. When you ship a sea container, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The exact shipping time has several factors: displacement of the vessel, weather and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to San Juan (Puerto Rico) are slightly above average. The total cost is subject to important aspects like type of container, shipping time and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Feel free to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When sending goods to San Juan, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit. For more detailed information you can contact the customs of Puerto Rico or check the official website for more info (www.prpa.gobierno.pr).
Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. Two of the most common Incoterms are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party covers the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller is responsible for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).