Container shipping Rotterdam to Lyttelton
Do you need to ship a container from Rotterdam to Lyttelton (NZLYT)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, you have low maintenance costs and it is safe. Shipping a container with sea freight such as breakbulk or cars is very easy with e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). You can book and a wide range of container types. There is made a difference between full containers (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our experts we provide you with lots of practical information for international transport Lyttelton (NZ LYT). We provide you with inside-information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Further on you can read a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Provide us with your transport details and we get you a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, safe and relatively cheap way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight is great for international removals and shipping gas-based fuels or vehicles.
- The Port of Lyttelton is a frequently chosen port in New Zealand.
- The range of containers includes: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Lyttelton (NZLYT) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) ensures that a container is ready. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the departing port Lyttelton (NZ LYT), and will be shipped over the sea to the agent at the destination harbor. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the attached table you will find important information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Lyttelton |
| Country of destination | New Zealand |
| Port Code | NZLYT |
| Transportation time | +/- 62 days |
| Shipping costs | $$ |
| Port address | Private Bag 501 Norwich Quay Lyttelton New Zealand |
| marketing@lpc.co.nz | |
| Website | www.lpc.co.nz |
| Phone number | 033288198 |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Lyttelton
- Freight Details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the destination harbor. Determine the desired transport method: (FCL) full containers or a container with combined cargo (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Packing the freight
Firstly, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Customs documents and procedures
When you import cargo from Lyttelton (NZLYT), you must send up-to-date export documents (for the national customs): packing list, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Incoterms for your freight
An incoterm is a set of rules to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who is the risk-bearing party for export/import documents, insurances and transport. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your container is right now. You can see 24/7 when the vessel is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Lyttelton (NZLYT) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick a container
You are going to ship a container from port of Lyttelton – (NZ LYT) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the paragraph below you can read all important information about the most popular products. Check also more information about Insulated Containers.
Advantages of a 20 FT container
20 ft. containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are very efficient, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including furniture and international movings. What you might not know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.000 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40ft 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. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ edition. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.500 kg.
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Full Container (FCL)
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. There are many advantages to it: Usually a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are of course also drawbacks: it is expensive for small loads and insurance is more expensive. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Lyttelton (NZLYT) or Hamburg to Lyttelton (NZLYT).
- The idea of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, ONE, CMA CGM, COSCO.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). What we mean by LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. You benefit from many advantages: you can send some good in a cheap way, you can save on inventory costs and more options during peak shipping season. Remark: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The cost of the shipment is determined by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- LCL Means that means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3,5 m3 & 15,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, HMM, Evergreen, POL, Wan Hai.
Alternative container types
There exist a lot of box-types for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Special boxes are also being used for liquid bulk, flour, coffee or cocoa or very exclusive stuff. We’ve explained it all below. Also check other destinations such as Stavanger (NOSVG), port of Niigata (JPKIJ), Sines (PTSIE) harbor and terminal Shibushi (JPSBS).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Freight types: what do you want to transport by sea?
Exporting goods by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Lyttelton (NZLYT) has many benefits: you can ship large volumes at low costs, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: neo bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, containerized, liquid bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, petroleum, chemicals, gasoline, diesel, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like sugar, salt, plates, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: items like medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, toys, electronic goods, clothes or fashion, shoes, furniture, machines, drinks.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Lyttelton lasts about 62 days. The total distance is about 14700 nautical miles (M). That is about 27224 km. In case of sea freight, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The exact shipping time depends on the boat speed, weather and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Lyttelton (New Zealand) are average. The total cost depends on various parts such as cargo dimension, period of the year and conditions. Do not hesitate to contact us for current rates and transit times.
When shipping goods to Lyttelton, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You will need the following documentation: Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For more information, you can contact the customs of New Zealand or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.lpc.co.nz).
Incoterms describe who bears the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with a transaction. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party pays for delivering the goods to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).