Public freight rates

Updated 10 Apr 2026, 07:00

Shanghai (CNSGH) to Rotterdam (NLRTM) freight rates and schedules

Compare live FCL ocean freight from Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China to Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands. Review indicative pricing, transit, schedule context and lane FAQs before sign-in.

Indicative freight

USD 1,152 - USD 1,200

Base freight benchmark visible before checkout.

Transit profile

34 Days 1 Hrs

Carrier-led routing

Schedules

Fresh schedule coverage

Carrier schedules refresh as allocations update.

Carrier coverage

Major global liners

Carrier visibility expands as fresh sailings open.

Lane signals

Lane intelligence, rate fairness and execution signals

Open corridor signals from the live lane APIs, rendered directly on the page for search visibility instead of hiding them inside an app popover.

Market

45–55 days

Rate

↓11% below 6-mo avg

Execution

0%

Schedule

every 6 days • 12mo consecutive

Assured

Back 23-46 CogoPoints

Market

Lane Intelligence

Volume, congestion, and movement signals across this corridor.

Updated 10 Apr 2026, 07:00

6,817

TEU/MONTH

lane volume

Stable

TRANSIT TREND

45–55 days

Port congestion

ShanghaiCongested (5.0d)
RotterdamElevated (3.8d)

Carrier capacity

Others 23%Maersk 20%Mediterranean Shipping 17%Cosco 16%

Container movement

08 Dec 2523 Feb 26
Flow mixExport heavy • 81% export • 19% import
CN→NL45.4d avg
NL→CN52.4d avg
Rate

Rate Fairness

Benchmarking this quote against recent lane history and seasonality.

↓11% below 6-mo avg

Rates are 11.0% below their 6-month average. Rates falling – down 18.2% over the past 3 months. Peak season (Jun-Jul) expected in 2 months.

$1,152

CURRENT

live visible rate

$1,348

6-MONTH AVG

current rate is below average

$0.00

12-MONTH AVG

longer cycle benchmark

12-month trend

Jun 25May 26
3-month trendDown • Down 18.2% over last 3 months
VolatilityStable • under 2.1% deviation over last 3 months
Peak seasonJun-Jul • Peak expected in 2 months • 25.5–40.8% above avg
Execution

Our Track Record: CNSHA → NLRTM

Shipment outcomes and issue-resolution signals for this lane.

0

SHIPMENTS

recent lane executions

32–37d

AVG TRANSIT

selected lane trend

Schedule stability
Docs readiness
Auto-resolved0%
Schedule

Schedule Reliability

Carrier consistency, frequency, and space confidence for the selected option.

92%

ON-SCHEDULE

carrier avg

Low

ROLLOVER RISK

this lane

Weekly

FREQUENCY

every 6 days • 12mo consecutive

Tight

SPACE

38% confidence

CogoAssured

CogoAssured Promise

Commercial protection and payout outcomes tied to this booking.

32–37d

DELIVERY COMMITMENT

lane-led commitment window

23-46 CogoPoints

GUARANTEED VALUE BACK

CogoPoints reward range

Delivered on or before commitmentYou earn 23 CogoPoints
Delivered lateYou get 46 CogoPoints
Unable to deliver as committedFull refund + 23 CogoPoints
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Route selection

Shanghai (CNSGH) to Rotterdam (NLRTM) rates and schedules

Review public rate cards, visible schedules and service context for Shanghai (CNSGH) to Rotterdam (NLRTM) before you sign in to negotiate, hold or book.

Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, ChinaRotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands
Current route
Main ports
Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China (CNSGH)Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands (NLRTM)
FCL FreightAvg transit: 34 Days 1 HrsUSD 1,152 - USD 1,200

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Route brief

Lane overview for Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China to Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands

Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China to Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands is a commercially active FCL ocean freight corridor connecting People's Republic of China and Netherlands. Use this page to benchmark transit, carrier coverage, equipment fit and route structure before moving into execution.

Route structure

Carrier-led routing

Final vessel rotation depends on the selected schedule and carrier allocation.

Equipment profile

20' Standard

Equipment combinations already visible on this lane.

Execution scope

Fcl Freight Local, Fcl Freight, Fcl Customs

The route can be extended beyond ocean freight with operational add-ons in the same flow.

Booking flow

Why teams book Shanghai (CNSGH) to Rotterdam (NLRTM) on Cogoport

This page exposes the commercial context first, then keeps the commitment step behind login. Teams can benchmark the lane publicly, validate cost and schedule fit, and only authenticate when they are ready to hold the rate or proceed to booking.

Transparent rate discovery

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Carrier-backed lane coverage

The lane stays anchored to live carrier and schedule coverage rather than generic static copy.

Execution only when ready

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FAQs for Shanghai (CNSGH) to Rotterdam (NLRTM) shipping

Answers to the most important rate, transit time, schedule and booking questions for this lane.

What is the typical transit time from Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China to Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands?

Transit is 34 Days 1 Hrs based on the latest carrier schedules visible on Cogoport. We keep live sailing analytics on the lane so your team can plan delivery windows with confidence.

How frequently can Cogoport secure sailings out of Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China?

Cogoport continuously checks carrier feeds so you always get the freshest sailing plan for this lane. If you need additional departures, our procurement desk activates carrier partners on demand.

Which carriers operate between Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China and Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands?

Cogoport partners with all major global liners (Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Evergreen and more) and allocates the most reliable vessel for your cargo on this lane.

What container types are available for this FCL lane?

Popular equipment from Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China includes 20' Standard. If you need special gear, Cogoport can activate it through the same booking flow.

What are the main cost components in the Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China to Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands rate card?

Ocean freight typically lands between USD 1,152 and USD 1,200, with THC, documentation, haulage and destination charges quoted transparently inside Cogoport.

How does Cogoport keep rates competitive and transparent?

We pool quotes from liners, NVOCCs and contract partners, benchmark them against market indices and surface a line-item breakup with validity, free days and surcharges so you know exactly what you are paying for.

Does Cogoport offer assured space on this route?

Yes. CogoAssured allocations keep a block of equipment and slots reserved, so even in peak season your boxes load on the nominated vessel.

What origin services can I bundle at Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China?

Alongside ocean freight we can layer services like Fcl Freight Local, Fcl Freight, Fcl Customs, Fcl Cfs, making your Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China to Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands movement truly end-to-end.

What destination services can Cogoport arrange at Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands?

We organise port handling, customs, last-mile haulage, container return and visibility through a single workspace, ensuring a clean handover at Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Can Cogoport handle customs clearance on this lane?

Yes. Our licensed brokers file export and import entries, manage duty payment workflows and keep you compliant with local regulations at both ends.

Which Incoterms are common for Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China to Rotterdam (NLRTM), Rotterdam, Netherlands?

DDP is frequently adopted on this leg, but our team also sees strong traction for FOB, CIF and DAP conversions depending on buyer-seller preference.

What documents should I prepare when exporting from Shanghai (CNSGH), Shanghai, China?

Commercial invoice, packing list, HS codes, booking confirmation and VGM are the essentials. We share editable templates and a document checklist inside every job file.