Container shipping Rotterdam to Genova

Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Rotterdam to Genoa (ITGOA)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s convenient and it has live tracking. Transporting containers with freight like breakbulk or semi-finished goods can be done via e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). They offer a lot of container-types. You have to choose between Full Container Load (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our portal you will get dedicated information for the purpose of international transport Genoa (IT GOA). We get you useful information about the various sea container types. On this website you can read a step-by-step export plan. Fill out the form and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a fast, trouble-free and affordable way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
When we compare this to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is great for international relocations and exporting refrigerated cargo or vehicles.
The Port of Genova is one of the biggest ports of Italy.
The most commonly used containers are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Insulated, Tank, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Genoa (ITGOA) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your goods are wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder sends the location details to you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure Genoa (IT GOA), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the POD (port of destination). You can choose for: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the attached table we share facts about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Genova
Country of destination	Italy
Port Code	ITGOA
Transit Time	+/- 15 days
Shipping prices	$
Office address	Palazzo San Giorgio – Via della Mercanzia 2 – 16124 Genova, Italy
E-mail address	info@porto.genova.it
Website	www.portodigioiatauro.it
Phone number	390102412793

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Genova

Information about your freight
Enter the port of origin and the arrival port. Determine your container terms: (FCL) full containers or a partial filled container (LCL). Also select the desired size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Prepare your package
Obviously, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Export documents
When you transport your goods to Genoa (ITGOA), please pay attention to the necessary several export documents (for fast customs clearance): certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing declaration, packing list, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a legal document that is completed by a carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that they are ready to be shipped.
Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm shows who will pay for things like transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
Track Sea Cargo
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your container is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Genoa (ITGOA) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): match your cargo with container type

You need to ship a container from port of Genova – (IT GOA) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is important to ask an appropriate container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Popular shipping lines include APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. Important towns around the port are Genoa, Arenzano, Cogoleto, Recco, Santa Margherita Ligure, Varazze, Rapallo, Ovada, Savona, Chiavari, Lavagna, Novi Ligure, Sestri Levante, Acqui Terme, Cairo Montenotte, Finale Ligure, Tortona, Pietra Ligure, Solaro, Loano. In the paragraph below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular types in the maritime industry. We are happy to provide you with more information about Letter of Credit.

What you need to know about the 20 FT container

20 ft. containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are quite easy to transport, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal effects and international movings. Pro tip: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.

This box is a very suitable choice for transporting cargo via the ocean.
The size of a 20-foot container is: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.300 kg.

Explanation of the 40 foot container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it very economical for transporting large loads by sea. Finally, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ variant. Thereby you have a little more height. This way cargo can be stacked high.

Very suitable for large loads.
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.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.900 kg.

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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?

If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, it is best to book a full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: Usually a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and the rates are more favorable. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and less convenient delivery options. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Genoa (ITGOA) or Hamburg to Genoa (ITGOA).

FCL means that you have the entire container space to yourself.
Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. MSC, Maersk, ONE, COSCO, CMA CGM.

What is the meaning of LCL container?

If you don’t prefer a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The concept of LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are many benefits like: you’re only charged for the space you are using, less inventory costs & management and it is more flexible during peak-times. Worth mentioning: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of LCL is based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.

The concept of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
Ideal for transport volumes between 4 m3 & 16,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. HMM, Evergreen, ZIM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.

Various other types of containers

You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are also special possibilities for oils or chemicals, meat, fish and frozen foods or other special goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also look further at transport options in Las Palmas (ESLPA), port of AL Khoms (LYKHO), Sokhna (EGSOK) harbor and terminal Burgas (BGBOJ).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.

Freight types: What do you want to ship?

Importing cargo by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Genova (ITGOA) is very popular because of low cost, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, containerized, break bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, kerosene, diesel, gasoline, petroleum, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and sand, plates, coils, lumber.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: items like sports equipment, toys, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods & machines, fashion, furniture, shoes, food.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

What is the transit time from Rotterdam to Genoa?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Genova takes around 15 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 3500 nautical miles (nmi). That is about 6482 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, you get 2 types of important values: 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 actual shipping time depends on the speed of the boat, wind force and wind direction and type of cargo.

What are the average costs of shipping container to Genoa (ITGOA)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Genova (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by various factors such as container size, shipping route and exchange rates. Message us for additional information, transit time and current rates.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When sending goods to Genoa, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Letter of Credit. For more detailed information you can contact the customs of Italy or check the official website for more info (www.portodigioiatauro.it).

What incoterm is best for my business?

Incoterms define the conditions under which the products must be exported. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter is responsible for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the named port of destination. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).