Container shipping Rotterdam to Napoli

Do you need to ship a container from Rotterdam to Napoli (ITNAP)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s transparant much more environmental friendly than air freight. Shipping a container with sea freight such as refrigerated cargo or cars and other vehicles can be outsourced to e.g. Matson. Freight forwarders offer many different sizes and types of shipping containers. Transporters make a distinction between Full Container Load (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our transport agents you will get dedicated information with a view to international transport Napoli (IT NAP). We share extensive information about the different types of containers. You will also find a export plan in 5 steps. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and receive a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a fast, staunch and cheap way to ship high volume products.
When we compare this to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
Sea freight is recommended for international relocations and exporting breakbulk or bikes.
The Port of Napoli is a much-chosen harbor in Italy.
The most commonly used containers are: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Napoli (ITNAP) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your products are put on a container with pellets. Your freight forwarder sends the location details to you. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Napoli (IT NAP), and will be shipped by ocean to the customs at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph you will find important information about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Country of departure	Netherlands
Port of destination	Port of Napoli
Country of destination	Italy
Port Code	ITNAP
Transport Time	+/- 15 days
Shipping rates	$
Port address	Piazzale Piscane, Naples, NA 80133, Itlay
E-mail	info@porto.napoli.it
Website	www.porto.napoli.it
Telephone number	39081206929

Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Napoli

Details of your shipping
Enter the departure port and the POD (port of destination). Decide how you want to export: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. You can choose from a small or large container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
Packing the freight
Primarily, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
When you import cargo from Napoli (ITNAP), you will have to provide required export documents (to the national customs): certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract that is completed by a carrier describing the correct state of goods and that everything is ready to ship.
Choosing the Incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm determines who is the risk-bearing party for transit, insurance and customs clearance. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Ship Live Tracking
Use cargo tracking to see where your shipping is at this moment. They will send you a mail when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.

Sea freight from Napoli (ITNAP) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick a container

You are going to ship a container from port of Napoli – (IT NAP) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? Make sure you find the right container type. They are available in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container specifications (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Examples of shipping lines serving the port are CMA CGM, Hanjin, K Line, MSC, ZIM. Major towns near the seaport are Naples, San Giorgio a Cremano, Portici, Casoria, Cercola, Ercolano, Marano di Napoli, Calvizzano, Arzano, Melito di Napoli, San Sebastiano al Vesuvio, Mugnano di Napoli, Afragola, Villaricca, Casandrino, Grumo Nevano, Torre del Greco, Pozzuoli, Casalnuovo di Napoli, Giugliano in Campania. Below you will find useful information about the most popular container types. You may also like: Certificate of Origin.

Explanation of the 20ft container

20. ft. containers (also known as dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are quite easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods or international movings. Keep in mind: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.

One of the most rented boxes for transporting goods by means of shipping.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.100 kg.

Explanation about a forty foot container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ deal. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. This way cargo can be stacked high.

Very suitable for large loads.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.100 kg.

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Details about Full Container (FCL)

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, than you can reserve your own full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many pluses: It allows for a faster transit time, less potential for damage and and it is cheaper per unit. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and unloading can be a hassle. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Napoli (ITNAP) and Hamburg to Napoli (ITNAP).

The concept of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. MSC, COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk.

Use a Less than container (LCL)

If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. With LCL transport, shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you can save on inventory costs and it is more flexible during peak-times. Disclaimer: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).

LCL Means that means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 3,5 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. Evergreen, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, POL, ZIM.

Various other types of containers

There is a wide range of boxes for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for oils, meat, fish and frozen foods or very exclusive stuff. We explain everything below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Omaezaki (JPOMZ), port of San Vicente (CLSVE), Belfast (GBBEL) harbor and terminal Dutch Harbor (USUAA).

Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
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: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.

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

Shipping stuff by sea from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Napoli (ITNAP) has a lot of pluses: low cost, it is effective for large quantities of goods and minimal restrictions. Frequently chosen ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: dry bulk, liquid bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, neo 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: solid help and assistance for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, diesel, petroleum, gasoline, hydrogen, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like coils, rods, salt, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
Retail & other: freight like clothes, toys, sports equipment, electronic goods, art and antiques and shoes, drinks, furniture, fashion, food.

Everything about international transportation (FAQ)

How long does it take for a container ship to go from Rotterdam to Napoli?

Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Napoli takes around 15 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 3500 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 6482 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: displacement of the vessel, sea weather condition and possible maintenance.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to Napoli (ITNAP)?

Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Napoli (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by important aspects like cargo weight, shipping time and other costs like stacking and siting. Send us a message for a customised quote and extra info.

What documents do you need for customs?

When you are exporting goods to Napoli, then customs clearance is an important step. You will need the following documentation: Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin. For questions or additional information, please contact the customs of Italy or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.porto.napoli.it).

What are Incoterms, and which one is the best to ship with

Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party covers the costs of transporting the cargo to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).