Container shipping Rotterdam to Bejaia
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Bejaia (DZBJA)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is efficient and it is safe. Importing a container overseas with breakbulk or equipment can be done via e.g. Sinokor Merchant Marine. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from various types of containers. An important point of attention is (FCL) full containers and Less Container Load (LCL). Via this website we provide accurate information regarding international transport Bejaia (DZ BJA). You will find comprehensive information about the various sea container types. You will also find a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Mail us with your needs and we will prepare a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, sure and relatively cheap way to ship high volume products.
- When you compare it with air shipments, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight provides services for worldwide relocations and shipping fruit or vehicles.
- The Port of Bejaia is one of the most important ports in Algeria.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 footers, 40 footers and Insulated, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Ventilated, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Bejaia (DZBJA) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your goods are packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder (intermediary) ensures that a container is ready. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departure port Bejaia (DZ BJA), and will be shipped over the ocean to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the following paragraph you will find practical information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Bejaia |
| Country of destination | Algeria |
| Port Code | DZBJA |
| Transportation time | +/- 10 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$ |
| Office address | 13, avenue des freres Amrani Bejaia 06000 Algeria |
| E-mail address | portbj@portdebejaia.dz |
| Website | www.portdebejaia.com.dz |
| Phone number | 21334211807 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Bejaia
- Cargo details
Enter the port of origin and the POD. Choose how you want to transport: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Pack you load
Firstly, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To limit damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When exporting goods to Bejaia (DZBJA), you need to share relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): certificates of origin, packing list, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are important to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Much chosen incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your load is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the cargo is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Bejaia (DZBJA) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): choose container
Would you like to ship a container from port of Bejaia – (DZ BJA) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Compare the options and get a suitable container. They are available in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Well-known shipping lines are MSC. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Timizart, Tazmalt, Tigzirt, Constantine, Algiers, Birin, Médéa, Aflu, Tuggurt, Sidi Ali, Wahran, Warqla, Adrar. In the box below you will find useful information about the most popular boxes. Check also more information about Documentary Credit.
Specifications of a twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and household goods and movings. What you might not know: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- The most commonly used box for transporting goods by means of shipping.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.000 kilogram.
Specifications of a 40 foot container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. They can carry far more cargo at once. It is especially intended for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ box. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Stuff can be stacked high.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The format is almost always the same: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.700 kg.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. It is a popular transport method: faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are of course also drawbacks: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and the financial risk is much greater. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Bejaia (DZBJA) or Hamburg to Bejaia (DZBJA).
- The premise of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, ONE, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC.
(LCL) Less than container
If you don’t prefer a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The meaning of LCL is: you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and easy time-management and scheduling. Pay attention: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is a better choice. The shipping rates are based on volume and weight.
- The idea of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 2,5 m3 – 14 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, POL, Evergreen, Wan Hai, Yang Ming.
Other special types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for freight forwarding. 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 liquids, flowers, fruit or high class goods. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also check more information about shipping to Terminal Fredericia (DKFRC), port of Jawaharlal Nehru (INNSA), Said (EGPSD) harbor and terminal Kpeme (TGKPE).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk 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: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Important types of ocean cargo: what are you going to transport?
Importing load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Bejaia (DZBJA) has a lot of pluses: attractive tariffs, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and minimal restrictions. Much seen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: dry bulk, break bulk, neo bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off. 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): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, hydrogen, diesel, gasoline, biofuels, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like sand, salt, sugar, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: products like art and antiques, electronic goods, sports equipment, clothes, toys + fashion, drinks, machines, shoes, food.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Bejaia takes around 10 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 2400 nautical miles. That equates to 4445 km. When you send something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: vessel speed, weather and any technical malfunctions.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Bejaia (Algeria) are slightly above average. The total cost depends on important aspects like cargo weight, period of the year and currency. Please contact us for a customised quote and extra info.
When you are exporting goods to Bejaia, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit. For additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Algeria or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.portdebejaia.com.dz).
Incoterms describe who bears the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with a transaction. The most common terms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter bears responsibility for the costs of transporting the cargo to the agreed port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller must arrange everything regarding the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).