Container shipping Rotterdam to Toamasina
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Toamasina (MGTOA)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s transparant and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Ship a container overseas with food or vehicles is very easy with e.g. Shandong International Transportation Corporation. You can book many different types of shipping containers. An important distinction is a complete full container (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via this website you will get up-to-date information regarding international transport Toamasina (MG TOA). We offer practical information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, secure and relatively cheap way to import and export goods internationally.
- Compared to air transport, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and shipping food or cars and other vehicles.
- The Port of Toamasina is a popular port in Madagascar.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Toamasina (MGTOA) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your personal stuff is loaded into the container. The middleman (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Toamasina (MG TOA), and will be shipped overseas to the consignee at the arrival harbour. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the following paragraph we offer useful information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Toamasina |
| Country of destination | Madagascar |
| Port Code | MGTOA |
| Transport Time | +/- 32 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$$ |
| Office address | Soc d Exploitation du Port, Toamasina, Madagascar |
| madagascar@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.presidence.gov.mg |
| Telephone number | 261532155 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Toamasina
- Freight Details
Enter the departing port and destination of shipment. Determine the desired transport method: (FCL) full containers or (LCL) Less Container Load. Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Freight preparations
First of all, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Customs document
When you transport your goods to Toamasina (MGTOA), you will have to provide relevant export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing declaration, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Find your incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm shows how much responsibility you have for transit, insurance and customs clearance. Much chosen incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your load is right now. You can see in realtime when the load is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Toamasina (MGTOA) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Toamasina – (MG TOA) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to rent a suitable container. There are different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different container agreements (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include CMA CGM, Maersk, MOL, MSC. Major towns near the seaport are Toamasina, Vavatenina, Fenoarivo Atsinanana, Vohibinany, Andevoranto, Ambatondrazaka, Amparafaravola, Soanierana Ivongo, Ambodifototra, Andilamena, Moramanga, Anjozorobe, Manjakandriana, Mahanoro, Antananarivo, Mananara, Tsaratanana, Ankazobe, Ambatolampy, Antanifotsy. In the next chapter we put everything together and offer information about the most common sizes and types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Open-Top Container.
Important specifications of the twenty foot container
20-foot containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. It’s a very common and efficient size, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal items and movings. Keep in mind: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- This box offers a solution for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.600 kg.
Explanation of the 40 foot container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. What you may not know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ version. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The format is almost always the same: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.200 kg.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, than you can reserve your own full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many advantages to it: faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is not efficient for small cargo types and insurance is extra important. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Toamasina (MGTOA) and Hamburg to Toamasina (MGTOA).
- The meaning of FCL is: you have the entire container space to yourself.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, COSCO, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL Means that means that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, less inventory costs & management and more flexible during intense shipping season. Remark: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- LCL means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 4 m3 – 15 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM.
Other container types for special loads
There is a wide range of boxes for ocean transport. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for liquids, vegetables and fruit or fragile items. You can read more about it below. You can also read more information about shipments to Aratu (BRARB), port of Baltimore (USBAL), Semarang (IDSRG) harbor and terminal Napoli (ITNAP).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Exporting cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Toamasina (MGTOA) has a lot of pluses: it is very efficient, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and very flexible. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: break bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, liquid bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, hydrogen, chemicals, petroleum, biofuels, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like salt, plates, coils, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: products like toys, art and antiques, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods + drinks, machines, shoes, furniture, fashion.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Toamasina takes approx 32 days. The total distance is approx. 7800 nautical miles (M). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 14446 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: draft and speed, wind force and wind direction and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Toamasina (Madagascar) are relatively expensive. The total cost depends on various factors such as type of goods transported, transit time and freight forwarder handling fees. Feel free to contact us for a price proposal and transit times.
When you send goods to Toamasina, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses. For questions or additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Madagascar or check the official website for more info (www.presidence.gov.mg).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter arranges delivering the goods to the port of destination. Free on Board (FOB) means the selling party is fully liable for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA) + Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).