Container shipping Rotterdam to Muscat

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Rotterdam to Muscat (OMMCT)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is great for bulk goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Transporting a sea container with dry bulk or personal goods can be done via e.g. Pacific International Lines. Shipping lines offer various types of containers. Transporters make a distinction between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our portal we offer helpful information regarding international transport Muscat (OM MCT). You can read useful information about the various sea container types. Further on you can read a step-by-step import plan. Mail us with your needs and we will send a quote with a competitive rate.

Ocean shipping is a smart, staunch and low cost-way to transport large and heavy loads.
When we compare it to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight provides services for worldwide removals and the transit of liquids or cars.
The Port of Muscat is an important hub in Oman.
The most commonly used containers are: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Insulated, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Muscat (OMMCT) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your cargo is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder sends the location details to you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Muscat (OM MCT), and will be shipped over the ocean to the importer at the POD. They provide you options like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below we share important information about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Muscat
Country of destination	Oman
Port Code	OMMCT
Transportation time	+/- 28 days
Shipping prices	$$
Office address	Post Box 133, Muscat 113, Oman
E-mail address	mktg@pscoman.com
Website	www.pscoman.com
Telephone number	96824714000

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Muscat

Select shipment details
Enter the departing port and the arrival harbour. Determine the desired transport method: full containers (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. You can also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Packing the container
First of all, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
Customs documents and procedures
When you transport goods to Muscat (OMMCT), you should think about special export documents (to the national customs): packing declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document that is completed by a carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are important to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for, for example, shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
Ocean freight tracking
Use cargo tracking to see where your shipment is right now. They will send you a mail when the ship is departed from POL (Port of loading), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Muscat (OMMCT) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick a container

You need to ship a container from port of Muscat – (OM MCT) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is necessary to ask an appropriate container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the paragraph below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.

Explanation about a twenty foot container

Twenty Foot Containers (some people call it dry van) is the most common and available size. They are relatively easy to ship, that means they are quite cheap. Widely used for transporting personal items or international movings. Good to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

A very popular box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.600 kilogram.

Information and benefits of 40ft container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large sea freight. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ choice. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

Often chosen for large loads.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.500 kg.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?

If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, than you can reserve your own full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many advantages to it: optimal transit time, less potential for damage and the rates are more favorable. Important to mention: it is expensive for small loads and unloading can be a hassle. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Muscat (OMMCT) and Hamburg to Muscat (OMMCT).

FCL means that you have the entire container space to yourself.
Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, COSCO, ONE, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd.

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

If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The premise of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are multiple advantages: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, storage and insurance is advantageous and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Watch out: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.

With LCL transport, your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 4 m3 and 13,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, POL.

Alternative container types

You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your items. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are innovative and special constructions for oils or chemicals, vegetables and fruit or high class goods. We explain everything below. You can also check more information about shipping to Montreal (CAMTR), port of Tripoli (LBKYE), Lima (PELIM) harbor and terminal Catania (ITCTA).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.

Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Load types: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Shipping cargo by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Muscat (OMMCT) has a lot of pluses: low tariffs, it is effective for large quantities of goods and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: containerized, liquid bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, dry bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, chemicals, diesel, biofuels, gasoline, kerosene.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also cement, sugar, plates, sand.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: products like art and antiques, electronic goods, toys, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment & fashion, furniture, drinks, machines, shoes.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

What is the shipping time from Rotterdam to Muscat?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Muscat takes approximately 28 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 6800 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 12594 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull and the propeller, sea weather condition and type and weight of cargo.

What is the total price of shipping a container to Muscat (OMMCT)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Muscat (Oman) are average. The final invoice amount is determined by various factors such as cargo dimension, season and pickup charges and Contact us for a quote for your transport.

What documents do you need for customs?

When shipping goods to Muscat, then customs clearance is an important step. You need to present the following documents: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading. For questions or additional information, you can contact the customs of Oman or check the official website for more info (www.pscoman.com).

What is the best Incoterm for my shipment?

The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller must arrange everything regarding delivering and loading the product onto the ship. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).