Container shipping Rotterdam to Ipojuca
Would you like to ship a container from Rotterdam to Suape Marine Terminal (BRIPO)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is great for bulk goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Importing a container overseas with refrigerated cargo or personal goods can be outsourced to e.g. Global Feeder Shipping LLC. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com you will get accurate information for international transport Ipojuca (BR IPO). We provide comprehensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Besides this we share a export plan in 5 steps. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we will send a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, trustworthy and cost-effective way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Compared to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is ideal for international removals and the transit of fruit or bikes.
- The Port of Ipojuca is one of the biggest ports of Brazil.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 footers, 40 footers and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Suape Marine Terminal (BRIPO) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your cargo is transferred in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Ipojuca (BR IPO), and will be shipped overseas to the addressee at the POD (port of destination). You can book various solutions like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, 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 Ipojuca |
| Country of destination | Brazil |
| Port Code | BRIPO |
| Transport Time | +/- 25 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Local address | Suape Port and Industrial Complex, Km 10, Rodovia PE-60, Ipojuca, PE Cep:5590-000, Brazil |
| suape@suape.pe.gov.br | |
| Website | www.suape.pe.gov.br/ |
| Phone | 55(81)35275000 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Ipojuca
- Cargo details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD (port of destination). Determine the desired transport method: a complete full container (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Packing the container
Primarily, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Common Export Documents
When you transport goods to Suape Marine Terminal (BRIPO), please pay attention to the necessary special export documents (to the national customs): packing list, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that everything is ready to ship.
- Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm states who takes care of, among other things, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. The most common incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track your shipment
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to check where your shipment is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Suape Marine Terminal (BRIPO) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick your container
You need to ship a container from port of Ipojuca – (BR IPO) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Compare the options and find the right container type. There are different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and multiple transport options (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. Below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. You can also click directly to information about Incoterms.
What you need to know about the 20ft container
20. ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are relatively easy to ship, that means they are quite cheap. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and international removals. Pro tip: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box offers a solution for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.500 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40ft container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. What you may not know: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ variant. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.400 kg.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many advantages to it: ideal transit time, less potential for damage and you pay lower price per unit. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Suape Marine Terminal (BRIPO) or Hamburg to Suape Marine Terminal (BRIPO).
- The goal of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk.
LCL: Less than container
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you can send some good in a cheap way, the handling and insurance costs are limited and lower sourcing risk. Disclaimer: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is a better choice. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- LCL means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 3,5 m3 & 15,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, POL, Wan Hai, ZIM.
Other types of containers and customization
The range of boxes is very varied for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. But there are also specific options for oils or chemicals, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very expensive items. Our expert has laid out a list below. You can also look further at transport options in Amsterdam (NLAMS), port of Durban (ZADUR), Roseau (DMRSU) harbor and terminal Gentil (GAPOG).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: e.g. for Machinery require space for their tops to stick out.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.
Kind of cargo: What do you want to ship?
Shipping stuff by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Ipojuca (BRIPO) has many benefits: it is economical, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, petroleum, gasoline, kerosene, diesel, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like cement, sand, salt, sugar.
- 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: products like medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, clothes, sports equipment, toys & machines, furniture, shoes, drinks, food.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Ipojuca lasts about 25 days. The distance between the two ports is about 5800 nautical miles (NM). This is equivalent to 10742 kilometers. In case of sea freight, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Ipojuca (Brazil) are relatively expensive. The final invoice amount is determined by important aspects like cargo weight, shipping route and local handling fees. Message us for a customised quote and extra info.
When you are exporting goods to Ipojuca, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are required: Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, then we advise you to contact the customs of Brazil or view the website of the port/government (www.suape.pe.gov.br/).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller is responsible for the transportation to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller must arrange all processes concerning delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).