Container shipping Rotterdam to Tripoli

You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Tripoli (LBKYE)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is great for bulk goods and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Ship a container overseas with refrigerated cargo or equipment can be arranged by shipping companies such as Matson. When you are exporting, you can choose from and a wide range of container types. Shipping lines offer the choice between (FCL) full containers and a shared container (LCL). Via our experts we provide practical information for international transport Tripoli (LB KYE). We share inside-information about the different types of sea containers. For this we offer a step-by-step export plan. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we will prepare a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, trouble-free and cost-effective way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
Compared to air transport, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
Sea freight is excellent for international relocations and importing roll on/roll off or motorbikes.
The Port of Tripoli is a popular port in Lebanon.
Frequently used containers types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Insulated, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Tripoli (LBKYE) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your goods are put on a container with pellets. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will reserve a container for you. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Tripoli (LB KYE), and will be shipped over the sea to the terminal at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below you will find practical information about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Tripoli
Country of destination	Lebanon
Port Code	LBKYE
Transportation time	+/- 16 days
Shipping prices	$$
Port address	FR2J 47G, Tripoli, Libanon
E-mail address	info@oept.gov.lb
Website	http://www.oept.gov.lb
Phone number	961.6.220180

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Tripoli

Select shipment details
Enter the port of origin and destination of shipment. Choose if you want to ship full containers (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Pack you load
To begin, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To limit damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
Export documents
If you ship goods to Tripoli (LBKYE), you should organize up-to-date export documents (for the national customs): packing list, bill of lading, packing declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Incoterms for your freight
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm determines who will pay for things like transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Track your cargo
Use the track and trace service to check where your cargo is right now. You can check easily when the cargo is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Tripoli (LBKYE) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select the container that suits the freight

You need to ship a container from port of Tripoli – (LB KYE) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and methods (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the following summary you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. You can also click directly to information about Household Goods transport.

Specifications of a 20 foot container

20. ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are very efficient, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal stuff and international removals. Some extra info: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.

This box is widely used for transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.000 kg.

Explanation about a 40 foot container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. Also, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ edition. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. This way cargo can be stacked high.

Perfect for larger shipments.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.500 kg.

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Use a Full Container (FCL)

If you want to ship a lot of cargo, than you can reserve your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: optimal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Tripoli (LBKYE) and Hamburg to Tripoli (LBKYE).

What we mean by FCL is that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC, ONE, CMA CGM.

LCL: Less than container

If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). What we mean by LCL is that you share the container with other importers. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you can save money on smaller shipments, storage and insurance is advantageous and lower sourcing risk. Remark: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of the shipment is determined by the dimensions and weight of the cargo.

LCL Means that means that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
The best choice for a charge between 3 m3 and 13 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Capabilities at almost all international ports.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, HMM, Evergreen, ZIM.

Special containers for special freight

There exist a lot of box-types for ocean transport. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Besides this, there are also applications for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, wheat, barley and cocoa or unique high value cargo. We give a short explanation below. You can also look further at transport options in Marseille (FRMRS), port of Kota Kinabalu (MYBKI), Acajutla (SVAQJ) harbor and terminal Ravenna (ITRAN).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.

Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.

Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?

Shipping goods by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Tripoli (LBKYE) is very popular because of attractive pricing, it is great for transporting bulky goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Popular types of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: containerized, break bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, hydrogen, petroleum, gasoline, diesel, kerosene.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and coils, rods, sand, cement.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
Retail & other: freight like art and antiques, electronic goods, toys, clothes, sports equipment & machines, furniture, shoes, food, fashion.

All about international transport (FAQ)

What is the shipping time from Rotterdam to Tripoli?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Tripoli takes approx 16 days. The total distance is about 4000 nautical miles (nmi). Converted that is 7408 kilometers. 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. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull and the propeller, the sea conditions and type and weight of cargo.

What is the total price of shipping a container to Tripoli (LBKYE)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Tripoli (Lebanon) are average. The total cost is subject to various ingredients such as container size, season and incoterms. Contact us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.

What customs documents are required for international shipping?

When shipping goods to Tripoli, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are important: Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit. For additional information, you can contact the customs of Lebanon or view the website of the port/government (http://www.oept.gov.lb).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of origin. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).