Container shipping Rotterdam to Berbera

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• Ship a container to harbor Berbera from Rotterdam (Netherlands)
• Tips for exporting containers in May 2024
• Select the suitable container
  • Details of a 20 FT container
  • Important specifications of the 40 FT container
  • Information about FCL Shipment
  • Positive aspects of Less than container (LCL)
  • Other special types of containers
• Overview freight types for ocean shipping
• FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

Specifications of a 20 ft container

20 FT containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to stack on the vessel, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for different kinds of storage including furniture and international removals. Some extra info: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.

• A very popular box for transporting goods by means of shipping.
• A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
• It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
• The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.400 kilogram.

Information and benefits of forty foot container

The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Also, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ box. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Ideal if you have high cargo.

• The ideal means of transport for large loads.
• The dimensions are as follows: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
• It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
• The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.400 kg.

What is a Full Container (FCL)?

When you want to ship large quantities of goods, than you can reserve your own full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: efficient transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and and it is cheaper per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: it is expensive for small loads and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Berbera (SOBBO) and Hamburg to Berbera (SOBBO).

• The concept of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
• Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
• When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
• Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, ONE, COSCO, Maersk, MSC.

When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?

If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, a shared container can be used. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The idea of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are many benefits like: you can send some good in a cheap way, you can save on inventory costs and it is more flexible during peak-times. Disclaimer: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of the shipment is determined by volume and weight.

• The premise of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
• Cost effective for shipments between 3 m3 – 16 m3.
• Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
• There is always sufficient availability (every season).
• Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, POL, HMM.

Special containers for special freight

There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your cargo. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are also special possibilities for oil or petroleum, onions, potatoes, vegetables or very expensive items. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also check more information about shipping to Santander (ESSDR), port of Talcahuano (CLTAL), Vitoria (BRVIX) harbor and terminal Saganoseki (JPSAG).

Freight types: What do you want to ship?

Exporting goods by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Berbera (SOBBO) have all kinds of advantages: low maintenance cost, it is effective for large quantities of goods and minimal restrictions. Relevant ocean cargo categories transported by sea include: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, containerized. You will find all the information in the box below.

• Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
• House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
• Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
• Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, diesel, hydrogen, petroleum, biofuels, gasoline.
• Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and coils, salt, plates, lumber.
• Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
• Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
• Retail & other: load like medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, clothes, art and antiques, electronic goods or food, machines, fashion, shoes, drinks.