Container shipping Rotterdam to Sfax
You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Sfax (TNSFA)? Sea freight is very practical: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is flexible and it is trustworthy. Exporting a container overseas with container cargo or cars can be outsourced to e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). They offer different types of containers. There is made a difference between (FCL) Full Container Load and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our transport specialists we share up-to-date information regarding international transport Sfax (TN SFA). We get you extensive information about the different types and ways of sea freight. For this we offer a step-by-step import plan. Contact u directly and receive a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, safe and cheap way to transport large and heavy loads.
- Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is excellent for worldwide movings and importing fruit or factory parts.
- The Port of Sfax offers excellent transit options in Tunisia.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Insulated, Hard-Top, Refrigerated, Tank, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Sfax (TNSFA) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your personal stuff is wrapped up in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Sfax (TN SFA), and will be shipped over the ocean to the consignee at the port of destination. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the next section 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 Sfax |
| Country of destination | Tunisia |
| Port Code | TNSFA |
| Transport Time | +/- 11 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Port address | Administrative building-2060 La Goulette 3029 Tunisia |
| E-mail address | ommp@ommp.nat.tn |
| Website | www.ommp.nat.tn |
| Phone number | 21671735300 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Sfax
- Select shipment details
Enter the port of origin and the port of destination. Decide if you will ship a complete full container (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Loading the freight
Obviously, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To transport the cargo in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Common Export Documents
When you transport your cargo to Sfax (TNSFA), you will need up-to-date export documents (for the purpose of national customs): commercial invoice, packing list, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm states who bears responsibility for e.g. the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Much chosen incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Live tracking of the shipment
Use the track and trace service to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the cargo is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Sfax (TNSFA) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick your container
You need to ship a container from port of Sfax – (TN SFA) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different container specifications (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Safaqis, Jabinyanah, Sidi Bin Nur, Jammal, Manzil Kamil, Tuzah, Qasr Hallal, Tabulbah, Lamtah, Masakin, Qabis, Zawiyat Susah, Sidi Bu Zayd, Susah, Akkudah, Jilmah, Jarjis, Harqalah, Subaytilah, Kasra. In the box below you can compare all types and read more about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We are happy to provide you with more information about Piano transport.
Details of a 20 foot container
20 foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are relatively easy to ship, which results in lower shipping costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items or international movings. Some extra info: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box is widely used for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.100 kilogram.
Details of a 40 FT container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ choice. They are 9’6 tall. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.700 kg.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you can book your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many pluses: faster transit time, damage is lessened and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Important to mention: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Sfax (TNSFA) or Hamburg to Sfax (TNSFA).
- The idea of FCL is that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- 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, ONE, MSC, Maersk.
What does LCL container mean in shipping?
If you don’t prefer a full container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The concept of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and easy time-management and scheduling. Worth mentioning: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- LCL Means that means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 2,5 m3 & 14,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, Evergreen, POL.
Other types of containers and customization
There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The most common type is the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oils or chemicals, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or unique high value cargo. You can read all about it in the section below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Aberdeen Harbour (GBABD), port of Teesport (GBTEE), Yangzhou (CNYZH) harbor and terminal Shuaiba (KWSAA).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting goods by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Sfax (TNSFA) has a lot of pluses: low tariffs, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and minimal restrictions. The main categories of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: liquid bulk, break bulk, dry bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, kerosene, hydrogen, chemicals, petroleum, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like rods, sugar, cement, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: freight like sports equipment, clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys, art and antiques and food, shoes, drinks, fashion, furniture.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Sfax takes around 11 days. The total distance is approximately 2600 nautical miles (M). This is equivalent to 4815 km. If you ship something by sea, 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 means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The exact shipping time depends on the boat speed, the sea conditions and type of shipment.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Sfax (Tunisia) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various features such as cargo volume and weight, the total distance to the delivery destination and exchange rates. Request a quote without obligation for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When transporting goods to Sfax, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of Tunisia or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.ommp.nat.tn).
Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. Two of the most common Incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party takes care of delivering the goods to the agreed port. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).