Container shipping Rotterdam to Yap

You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Tomil Harbour (FMYAP)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it’s convenient and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Transporting a container overseas with liquid bulk or equipment is very easy with e.g. Pacific International Lines. They can get you many different sizes and types of shipping containers. You have to choose between a complete full container (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will receive practical information for international transport Yap (FM YAP). We provide inside-information about the different types and ways of sea freight. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a professional, trustworthy and low cost-way to transport large and heavy loads.
When we compare this to air freight, it offers more capacity and value.
Sea freight is recommended for worldwide removals and the transportation of vegetables or consumer goods.
The Port of Yap is one of the most important ports in Micronesia.
Frequently used containers types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Insulated, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Tank, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Tomil Harbour (FMYAP) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your products are packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company have a special container prepared. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departure port Yap (FM YAP), and will be shipped by sea to the customs at the arrival port. You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below you can read different kind of info about the POD (Port Of Destination).

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Yap
Country of destination	Micronesia
Port Code	FMYAP
Transport Time	+/- 55 days
Shipping costs	$$$$
Local address	PO Box 290, Sea Transportation Office, Yap FM 96943, Micronesia, Federated States of
E-mail address	micronesia@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.fsmgov.org
Phone number	6913502403

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Yap

Enter freight details
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival port. Also indicate whether you choose Full Container Load (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Cargo preparations
To start with, make sure the freight is packed securely. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
Customs Documentation for Exporters
When exporting goods to Tomil Harbour (FMYAP), you will need various export documents (for the purpose of national customs): bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing list, certificates of origin, packing declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document provided by a carrier to a shipper describing the correct state of goods and that everything is ready to ship.
Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The chosen Incoterm decides who assumes the risk of, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Frequently used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
Track your shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your freight is right now. You can see exactly when the freight has been departed from the port of origin (POO), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Tomil Harbour (FMYAP) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a suitable container

You are going to ship a container from port of Yap – (FM YAP) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to rent a suitable container. There are different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section you can read all important information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Rail Freight.

Specifications of a 20 ft container

20 FT containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are relatively easy to ship, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal effects and international removals. Nice to know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is widely used for transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.000 kg.

Important specifications of the 40 foot container

In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it very economical for transporting bulk goods by sea. Moreover, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The dimensions are the same internationally: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.700 kilogram.

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What is the meaning of FCL container?

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, it is best to book a full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many pluses: efficient transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and you pay lower price per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and it is hard to book during peak season. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Tomil Harbour (FMYAP) and Hamburg to Tomil Harbour (FMYAP).

The premise of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd.

What is a Less than container (LCL)?

With a small freight, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are multiple advantages: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, storage and insurance is advantageous and easy time-management and scheduling. Pay attention: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

What we mean by LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 3,5 m3 and 15,5 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, ZIM, POL.

Alternative container types

The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are specially developed transport options for oils, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very expensive items. We give a short explanation below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Paita (PEPAI), port of Los Angeles (USLAX), Salerno (ITSAL) harbor and terminal Bugo (PHBUG).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).

Open-Top Containers: e.g. for Machinery require space for their tops to stick out.
Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Freight types: what are you going to transport?

Importing cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Yap (FMYAP) have all kinds of advantages: low maintenance cost, very safe and secure and eco-friendly. The main categories of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: liquid bulk, containerized, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk. Below we give an explanation.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, kerosene, diesel, chemicals, gasoline, petroleum.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also sugar, salt, rods, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
Retail & other: items like medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, art and antiques, clothes, sports equipment or fashion, drinks, shoes, furniture, food.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport

How long does it take a cargo ship from Rotterdam to Yap?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Yap takes approximately 55 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 13300 nautical miles (M). Converted that is 24632 km. When you ship a sea container, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The actual shipping time depends on condition of the hull and the propeller, weather conditions and delay at the port.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Tomil Harbour (FMYAP)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Yap (Micronesia) are relatively expensive. The total cost is subject to important aspects like cargo dimension, shipping route and other costs like stacking and siting. Do not hesitate to contact us for current rates and transit times.

Which customs documents do I need to provide?

When you are exporting goods to Yap, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. For more detailed information you can contact the customs of Micronesia or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.fsmgov.org).

Which Incoterm is the best to choose for?

Incoterms define who is responsible for each phase of shipping process. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party arranges covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the port of destination specified by the buyer. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller must arrange everything regarding the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).