Container shipping Rotterdam to Kolkata
You are planning to ship a container from Rotterdam to Kolkata (INCCU)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is efficient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container overseas with gas-based fuels or vehicles is very easy with e.g. Sinokor Merchant Marine. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from various types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: (FCL) full containers and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport agents we offer useful information about international transport Kolkata (IN CCU). You can read practical information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Further on you can read a 5 step export plan. Send you shipping details and get a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, safe and low cost-way to export or import international containers.
- Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is perfect for worldwide removals and carrying ro-ro or factory parts.
- The Port of Kolkata is an important logistics artery in India.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Flat Rack, Insulated, Hard-Top, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Kolkata (INCCU) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your products are put on a container with pellets. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Kolkata (IN CCU), and will be shipped by sea to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). You can choose for: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you will find some basic data of the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Kolkata |
| Country of destination | India |
| Port Code | INCCU |
| Transportation time | +/- 30 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | 15 Strand Road Kolkata 700 001 India |
| portofcalcutta@portofcalcutta.com | |
| Website | www.kolkataporttrust.gov.in |
| Telephone number | 91-332230-3451 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Kolkata
- Information about your freight
Enter the origin of shipment and the port of destination. Choose if you want to ship Full Container Load (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Prepare your package
Primarily, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you ship cargo to Kolkata (INCCU), you should organize special export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, packing declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document that is completed by a carrier confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
- Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The chosen Incoterm decides who will pay for things like shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Widely used incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to see where your load is at this moment. You can see exactly when the shipping is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Kolkata (INCCU) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): select the container that suits the freight
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Kolkata – (IN CCU) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is important to book the right container for your cargo. They come in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Well-known shipping lines are CMA CGM. The port offers an excellent connection to Calcutta, Haora, Santoshpur, Dum Dum, Garui, Baranagar, Bankra, Bally, Rajpur, Masila, Mahiari, Kamarhati, Sankrail, Raghudebbati, Panihati, Bhandardaha, Krishnapur, Barasat, Konnagar, Fort Gloster. In the following summary you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular types in the maritime industry. We are happy to provide you with more information about Container types.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most popular container size. They are quite easy to transport, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal effects and international removals. Keep in mind: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.600 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40 foot container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. Good to know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ edition. They are 9’6 tall. Very suitable for high products.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.200 kg.
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Information about Full Container (FCL)
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, than you can reserve your own full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. There is no need to share it with other shippers. The benefits are great: It allows for a faster transit time, less potential for damage and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: the transshipment is more complex and it is hard to book during peak season. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Kolkata (INCCU) or Hamburg to Kolkata (INCCU).
- The premise of FCL is that you have the entire container space to yourself.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CMA CGM, ONE.
Use a Less than container (LCL)
If you don’t prefer a full container, a shared container can be used. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The meaning of LCL is: multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. The advantages of this option include: you can save money on smaller shipments, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and lower sourcing risk. Remark: if you can fill more than half of a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The cost of the shipment is determined by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The idea of LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 3 m3 and 14,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Evergreen, ZIM, Yang Ming, HMM.
Alternative container types
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. But there are also specific options for liquid bulk, flowers, fruit or very exclusive stuff. Our specialist has placed a summary below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Nouadhibou (MRNDB), port of Rota West Harbor (MPROP), Masan (KRMAS) harbor and terminal Rio Grande (BRRIG).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like 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: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Load types: what are you going to transport?
Shipping cargo by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Kolkata (INCCU) has many benefits: attractive costs, high sea vessel load capacity and very flexible. Frequently chosen ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, dry bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, petroleum, hydrogen, gasoline, biofuels, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also cement, lumber, plates, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: items like toys, medical/pharmacy, clothes, art and antiques, sports equipment + drinks, food, furniture, shoes, fashion.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Kolkata lasts about 30 days. The total distance is approx. 7200 nautical miles. That is about 13334 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The exact shipping time has several factors: draft and speed, weather conditions and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Kolkata (India) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by important aspects like type of container, shipping time and conditions. We invite you to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When transporting goods to Kolkata, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, then we advise you to contact the customs of India or view the website of the port/government (www.kolkataporttrust.gov.in).
Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party takes care of transportation and insurance to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).