Container shipping Rotterdam to Naoshima

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Rotterdam to Naoshima (JPNAS)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is great for bulk goods and it is trustworthy. Transporting a container overseas with dry bulk or semi-finished goods is very easy with e.g. Korea Marine Transport Corporation. They offer and a wide range of container types. Transporters make a distinction between a full container for yourself (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport agents we provide you with useful information regarding international transport Naoshima (JP NAS). We provide inside-information about the different types of sea containers. You will also find a step-by-step export plan. Describe what you want to transport and we will prepare a quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a reliable, trouble-free and cheap way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
Compared to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight provides services for worldwide movings and importing food or personal goods.
The Port of Naoshima is one of the most important ports in Japan.
You can choose from the following containers: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Naoshima (JPNAS) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your goods are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will arrange the container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Naoshima (JP NAS), and will be shipped over the sea to the addressee at the POD. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you will find some basic data of the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Naoshima
Country of destination	Japan
Port Code	JPNAS
Transit Time	+/- 56 days
Shipping prices	$
Port address	Port and Harbour Dept, 1-10 Bancho, 4-chome, Takamatsu City, Kagawa 760-0033, Japan
Mail	japan@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.japan.go.jp
Phone	81878311111

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Naoshima

Enter freight details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the arrival harbour. Decide if you will ship full containers (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Freight preparations
Primarily, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
Customs document
When exporting cargo to Naoshima (JPNAS), please pay attention to the necessary several export documents (for correct national customs papers): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, packing list. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document issued by the carrier or agent confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that they are ready to be shipped.
Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The chosen Incoterm decides who takes care of, among other things, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Track Sea Cargo
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your cargo is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.

Sea freight from Naoshima (JPNAS) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick a container

You want to ship a container from port of Naoshima – (JP NAS) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is crucial to ask an appropriate container. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section you will find useful information about the most popular boxes. You can also click directly to information about Container Climate.

Advantages of a twenty foot container

20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to load, access, and handle, so the transport costs are quite low. Particularly suitable for the transport of furniture and removals. What you might not know: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.

This box is a very suitable choice for shipping freight by sea.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.900 kg.

Explanation of the forty foot container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a very popular choice 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 ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The format is almost always the same: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.400 kg.

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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, it is best to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: quick transit time, limited damage risk and it’s more cost-effective. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for small cargo and insurance is extra important. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Naoshima (JPNAS) and Hamburg to Naoshima (JPNAS).

FCL Means that means that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. MSC, ONE, CMA CGM, COSCO, Maersk.

(LCL) Less than container

If a large full container is unnecessary, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). What we mean by LCL is that you share the container with other importers. You benefit from many advantages: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, storage and insurance is advantageous and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Important: if you can fill more than half of a container, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The shipping rates are based on volume and weight.

LCL Means that means that you reserve space in a partial container.
An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3 m3 & 14,5 m3.
Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
Easier to find space during peak season.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, Yang Ming, Evergreen, POL, Wan Hai.

Other types of containers and customization

There exist a lot of box-types for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are specially developed transport options for oils, flowers, fruit or other special goods. We’ve explained it all below. Also check other destinations such as Everglades (USPVS), port of La Guaira (VELAG), Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU) harbor and terminal Bata (GQBSG).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).

Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?

Shipping load by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Naoshima (JPNAS) has a lot of pluses: attractive prices, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and very flexible. Popular types of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: liquid bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, containerized. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, diesel, hydrogen, gasoline, biofuels, kerosene.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and plates, cement, rods, sand.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: products like toys, art and antiques, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, clothes + machines, drinks, fashion, shoes, furniture.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport

How long does it take to ship from Rotterdam to Naoshima?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Naoshima takes around 56 days. The total distance is about 13500 nautical miles (NM). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 25002 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The shipping time is determined on the basis of vessel speed, the sea conditions and delay at the port.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to Naoshima (JPNAS)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Naoshima (Japan) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to various parts such as type of goods transported, transit time and currency. Send us a message for the best rates and current transit times.

What customs documents are needed?

When you are exporting goods to Naoshima, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses. For more detailed information you can contact the customs of Japan or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.japan.go.jp).

What Incoterm should i use?

Incoterms define the conditions under which the products must be exported. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party takes care of the costs of transporting the cargo to the named port of destination. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).