Container shipping Rotterdam to Wellington
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Wellington (NZWLG)? Sea freight has many advantages: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is economical and it is safe. Transporting a container overseas with liquid bulk or semi-finished goods can be arranged by shipping companies such as Unifeeder. Freight forwarders offer many different sizes and types of shipping containers. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via our portal you will find useful information for international transport Wellington (NZ WLG). We get you comprehensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Further on you can read a 5 step export plan. Send us your details and receive a quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, trustworthy and affordable way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air freight, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide removals and carrying gas-based fuels or personal goods.
- The Port of Wellington offers excellent transit options in New Zealand.
- Containers that are often transported are: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Ventilated, Tank, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Wellington (NZWLG) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your personal stuff is put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder will book a container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure Wellington (NZ WLG), and will be shipped by ocean to the importer at the POD. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the next section you will find some basic data of the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Wellington |
| Country of destination | New Zealand |
| Port Code | NZWLG |
| Transit Time | +/- 62 days |
| Shipping costs | $$ |
| Port address | CentrePort House, Harbour Quays, Wellington 6011, New Zealand |
| customerservices@centreport.co.nz | |
| Website | www.centreport.co.nz/ |
| Phone number | 6444953800 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Wellington
- Shipment details
Enter the port of origin and the arrival harbour. Also indicate whether you prefer (FCL) full containers or a shared container (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Packing the freight
Firstly, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To limit damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Customs document
When exporting goods to Wellington (NZWLG), you will need up-to-date export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing list, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a legal document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm states who is the risk-bearing party for the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to check where your load is right now. You can see exactly when the shipping is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Wellington (NZWLG) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): match your cargo with container type
You are going to ship a container from port of Wellington – (NZ WLG) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Compare the options and book the right container for your cargo. They come in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular boxes. Also click further for information about Cargo Security.
Explanation of the 20 FT container
20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most preferred container size. It’s a very common and efficient size, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal stuff and international movings. Keep in mind: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- The most commonly used box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.200 kg.
Specifications of a forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. It is especially intended for shipping large quantities of goods. Good to know: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ choice. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Stuff can be stacked high.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.700 kg.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then renting a full container is the most interesting. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: optimal transit time, limited chance of damage and you pay lower price per unit. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and the financial risk is much greater. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Wellington (NZWLG) or Hamburg to Wellington (NZWLG).
- The meaning of FCL is: the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, MSC, COSCO, Maersk.
(LCL) Less than container
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The goal of LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. You benefit from many advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and lower sourcing risk. Important: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then you better go for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The goal of LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 4 m3 and 14 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, Evergreen.
Other special types of containers
There exist a lot of box-types for ocean transport. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are innovative and special constructions for liquids, flowers, fruit or high class goods. We give a short explanation below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Miami (USMIA), port of Papeete (PFPPT), Napier (NZNPE) harbor and terminal Los Angeles (USLAX).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Kind of freight: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Importing load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Wellington (NZWLG) is very popular because of low tariffs, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The most important ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: neo bulk, liquid bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, biofuels, kerosene, gasoline, hydrogen, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also coils, rods, salt, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: items like art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, sports equipment, toys & furniture, food, fashion, machines, shoes.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Wellington takes approx 62 days. The distance to be covered is about 14700 nautical miles (M). Converted that is 27224 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull and the propeller, the sea conditions and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Wellington (New Zealand) are average. The total cost is subject to various components as the size of the container, the total distance to the delivery destination and freight forwarder handling fees. Message us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When shipping goods to Wellington, then you should also think about customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading. For more substantive information and tips you can contact the customs of New Zealand or take a look at the website (www.centreport.co.nz/).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller has the responsibility for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).