Containers
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Is Rotterdam the best choice? It certainly is! The port is a vital hub for freight destined for the Netherlands and Northwest Europe. Every year, over 400 million tonnes of energy, freight and raw materials are transhipped here, including 14 million containers. More than 30% of all container imports and exports for Northwest Europe pass through Rotterdam.
FACTS & FIGURES
We have gathered the most important facts & figures about our container segment. The infographic tells you about our results on important themes; results that show the port of Rotterdam is the preferred container port: fast, efficient and best connected.
The port of Rotterdam boasts an extensive network of intermodal transport links.
- Rail transport: The starting point and final destination for more than 400 international rail links.
- Road transport: A direct connection to the national and European motorway networks.
- Inland shipping: An ideal location for inland shipping, serving as both a departure point and final destination for cargo flows by water.
Terminals & Depots
Why choose Rotterdam?
- Europe's largest container hub: unique combination of services, infrastructure and connections
- State-of-the-art and automated container terminals
- Can accommodate the largest container ships 24/7
- We are collaborating with the companies in the port and the government to create a future-proof port with net-zero CO2 emissions
- Fast, efficient and reliable handling of sea containers
- High-quality and diverse range of value-added services, such as warehousing
- The opportunity to join the Container Exchange Route, facilitating the exchange of containers as efficiently, safely and sustainably as possible
- The port of Rotterdam excels in transhipment and services for the transportation of reefer containers
- More than 20 container depots for storage and services
Want to stay informed?
The port of Rotterdam is the ultimate link in your supply chain. Its services, infrastructure and connections are unrivalled. We also offer smart tools for optimising your logistics processes. Would you like to keep up to date with all the developments? And receive tips on how to optimise your supply chain?
Frequently asked questions and answers
Where can I find information about my container?
You can ask your logistics provider or use Portbase. Portbase is a system used in the port of Rotterdam. For import containers, Portbase offers two services: the free ‘Cargo Release Manager’ and the paid ‘Cargo Controller’. These services provide you with the most up-to-date information on the arrival and status of containers at the terminal.
Would you like to know which vessels are arriving at or departing from Rotterdam in the near future? Please check here.
What storage options are available in Rotterdam?
For more information on freight storage, please check here.
There is also a list of the various providers in the Rotterdam port area.
What is the port performance and/or congestion status in the port of Rotterdam?
f how well the port functions and the details of port activities. The ‘Port Performance’ page is regularly updated with relevant developments and information.
Are you looking for container transport solutions?
Explore all the options for transporting your container door-to-door via our connectivity platform, Routescanner. If you are more interested in the intermodal network within Europe, please check here.
What are the available options for visiting the port?
For more information on visiting the port and all available possibilities, please visit the ‘To Do in the Port’ page. In addition to physically visiting the port of Rotterdam, you can also experience it online.
How can I contact Dutch Customs?
The port of Rotterdam is the external border of the European Union (EU). Freight cleared in Rotterdam is permitted to travel freely across the EU. Customs oversees the release of freight entering or leaving Europe via Rotterdam. Dutch Customs operates 24/7 and is recognised as one of the most efficient customs authorities in the world. More information.
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