Container shipping Rotterdam to Haldia

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Haldia (INHAL)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, you have low maintenance costs much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a container overseas with dry bulk or vehicles is easy with shippinglines like Sinotrans. When you are exporting, you can choose from different types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via this website we give accurate information for international transport Haldia (IN HAL). We share knowledge and extensive information about the different types of containers. Besides this we share a step-by-step import plan. Send you shipping details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with the best rates and fastest transit times.

Ocean shipping is a fast, trouble-free and cost-effective way to ship high volume products.
When we compare this to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and importing ro-ro or machinery.
The Port of Haldia is an important logistics artery in India.
The range of containers includes: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Insulated, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Haldia (INHAL) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your personal stuff is packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Haldia (IN HAL), and will be shipped over the ocean to the terminal at the port of destination. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the next section we provide you with details about the port of arrival.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Haldia
Country of destination	India
Port Code	INHAL
Transit Time	+/- 30 days
Shipping rates	$
Office address	Haldia, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal 721657, India
E-mail address	haldia.dock@nic.in
Website	www.india.gov.in
Telephone number	91-03224263-114

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Haldia

Details of your shipping
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD (port of destination). Specify your preference: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Preparing the cargo
Obviously, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
When you transport your cargo to Haldia (INHAL), you need to share relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract signed by the carrier to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
An incoterm is a set of rules to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm states who assumes the risk of, for example, export/import documents, insurances and transport. Widely used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Track your cargo
Use container track and trace to see where your container is at this moment. You can check the status when the vessel is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Haldia (INHAL) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select the container that suits the freight

Would you like to ship a container from port of Haldia – (IN HAL) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? An important starting point is to book the right container for your cargo. Based on your load you choose a size (20-ft, 40-ft) and methods (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Popular shipping lines include APL, CMA CGM, MSC, OOCL. The port offers an excellent connection to Haldia, Monoharpur, Mahishadal, Diamond Harbour, Harindanga, Tamluk, Jafarpur, Jaynagar-Majilpur, Bishnupur, Contai, Amtala, Pujali, Ulubaria, Baj Baj, Baruipur, Nabagram, Fort Gloster, Rajpur, Sahapur, Raghudebbati. In the next chapter you can read all important information about the most popular products. You can also click directly to information about Collapsible Container.

Explanation about a 20 foot container

20. ft. containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal items or international movings. Some extra info: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

This box is a very suitable choice for transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.600 kilogram.

Specifications of a 40 foot container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it an excellent choice for transporting large loads by sea. Tip: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ edition. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal for tall items.

Often chosen for large loads.
The dimensions are standard: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.500 kg.

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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?

When you want to ship large quantities of goods, 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. There are many advantages to it: It guarantees a faster transit time, damage is lessened and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and there is only limited availability. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Haldia (INHAL) or Hamburg to Haldia (INHAL).

FCL means that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Maersk.

Details about Less than container (LCL)

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are multiple advantages: you can send some good in a cheap way, less inventory costs & management and more options during peak shipping season. Watch out: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. LCL cost is calculated by the volume and weight of the packages.

The meaning of LCL is: you transport your cargo via a partial container.
Ideal for transport volumes between 1,5 m3 and 15,5 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
Easier to find space during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Evergreen, POL, Yang Ming, ZIM.

Information about other types of containers

The range of boxes is very varied for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are specially developed transport options for liquids, flour, coffee or cocoa or other special goods. We give a short explanation below. You can also look further at transport options in Manaus (BRMAO), port of Ube (JPUBJ), Toamasina (MGTOA) harbor and terminal Zaragoza (ESZAZ).

Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.

Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?

Shipping stuff by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Haldia (INHAL) has a lot of pluses: low maintenance cost, it is great for transporting bulky goods and minimal restrictions. Much seen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: dry bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, break bulk, liquid bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, petroleum, hydrogen, biofuels, gasoline, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and sand, lumber, salt, rods.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
Retail & other: load like art and antiques, sports equipment, clothes, electronic goods, toys & machines, fashion, shoes, furniture, drinks.

Everything about international transportation (FAQ)

What is the transit time from Rotterdam to Haldia?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Haldia takes on average 30 days. The distance to be covered is about 7200 nautical miles (nmi). Converted that is 13334 km. In case of sea freight, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The shipping time is determined on the basis of draft and speed, sea weather condition and delay at the port.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Haldia (INHAL)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Haldia (India) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various ingredients such as container size, period of the year and local handling fees. Fill out our form for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.

Which customs documents do you need?

When transporting goods to Haldia, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading. For more substantive information and tips you can contact the customs of India or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.india.gov.in).

What incoterm is best for my business?

Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller covers the costs of transporting the cargo to the required port. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller takes care of the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).