Container shipping Rotterdam to Curacao

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Willemstad (ANCUR)? Sea freight has many pluses: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is flexible and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Transporting containers with freight like food or vehicles can be arranged by shipping companies such as Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines. You can book different types of containers. There is made a difference between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via this website we provide you with helpful information for international transport Curacao (AN CUR). You will find useful information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. For this we offer a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Describe what you want to transport and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with market prices.

Ocean shipping is a fast, trouble-free and inexpensive way to import and export goods internationally.
Compared to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
Sea freight is perfect for international movings and importing fruit or factory parts.
The Port of Curacao is one of the biggest ports of Netherlands Antilles.
Containers that are often transported are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Tank, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Willemstad (ANCUR) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your personal stuff is packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) have a special container prepared. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of Curacao (AN CUR), and will be shipped by sea to the terminal at the POD (port of destination). You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the schedule below you can read different kind of info about the port of delivery.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Curacao
Country of destination	Netherlands Antilles
Port Code	ANCUR
Transport Time	+/- 25 days
Shipping rates	$$
Local address	Werf de Wilde z/n, P.O. Box 689, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles
E-mail address	cpamanag@cura.net
Website	www.curports.com/
Telephone number	599-9434-5999

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Curacao

Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival port. Also indicate whether you choose Full Container Load (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. Find a container size that fits your goods (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Packing the freight
To start with, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you ship goods to Willemstad (ANCUR), you will need various export documents (to the national customs): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing list, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a legal document that is provided to the shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that everything is ready to ship.
Find your incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The chosen Incoterm decides who will pay for things like transport, insurance and duty related matters. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Track your shipment
Use sea freight tracking to check where your load is right now. You can see exactly when the vessel is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Willemstad (ANCUR) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): find a suitable container

You need to ship a container from port of Curacao – (AN CUR) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Compare the options and find the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the paragraph below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular container types. We also offer more information about Shipping rates.

Explanation about a 20 FT container

Twenty Foot Containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, so the transport costs are quite low. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal effects or international removals. Good to know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.

One of the most rented boxes for shipping freight by sea.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.100 kg.

What you need to know about the 40 ft container

A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting large loads by sea. Good to know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ choice. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Stuff can be stacked high.

Often chosen for large loads.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.200 kilogram.

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Full Container (FCL)

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, it is best to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The benefits are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and it’s more cost-effective. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not efficient for small cargo types and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Willemstad (ANCUR) and Hamburg to Willemstad (ANCUR).

The goal of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, CMA CGM.

What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?

With a small freight, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that you share space with others. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you pay only for the volume you need, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more options during peak shipping season. Important: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The cost of the shipment is determined by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.

LCL means that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
For low-volume shipments of between 1,5 m3 and 13 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Easier to book during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, HMM, ZIM.

Various other types of containers

The range of boxes is very diverse for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. Besides this, there are also applications for liquid bulk, wheat, barley and cocoa or fragile items. Our expert has laid out a list below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Vigo (ESVGO), port of Kingstown (VCKTN), Dammam (SADMM) harbor and terminal Chicago (USCHI).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry 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: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.

Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
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: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Kind of load: what do you want to transport by sea?

Exporting cargo by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Curacao (ANCUR) have all kinds of advantages: low rates, there are lots of different shipping options and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: containerized, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, kerosene, biofuels, chemicals, gasoline, petroleum.
Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sand, lumber, sugar, cement.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: items like electronic goods, art and antiques, toys, clothes, medical/pharmacy or furniture, machines, shoes, fashion, drinks.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

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

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Curacao takes approx 25 days. The distance between the two ports is about 6000 nautical miles (NM). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 11112 km. If you make a sea shipment, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull, sea weather condition and delay at the port.

How expensive is shipping a container to Willemstad (ANCUR)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Curacao (Netherlands Antilles) are average. The final invoice amount is determined by a number of factors like type of goods transported, the total distance to the delivery destination and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Fill in the application form for a quote for your transport.

What documents do you need for customs?

When shipping goods to Curacao, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are important: Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice. For more detailed information please contact the customs of Netherlands Antilles or check the official website for more info (www.curports.com/).

What incoterm should I use for shipping?

The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. Common sea freight incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party is responsible for delivering the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).