1. Road Haulage - maximum weight restrictions :
Belgium :
| Container type | 20' | 20RF | 40'GP | 40'HQ | 40'RQ | 45' |
| (*) Max. weight allowed | 44 T | 44 T | 44 T | 44 T | 44 T | 44 T |
| Avg. truck weight | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T |
| Avg. chassis weight | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T |
| Max. container tara weight | 2.24 T | 3.19 T | 4.03 T | 4.2 T | 4.74 T | 4.8 T |
Netherlands :
| Container type | 20' | 20RF | 40' | 40'HQ | 40'RQ | 45' |
| (*) Max. weight allowed | 50 T | 50 T | 50 T | 50 T | 50 T | 50 T |
| Avg. truck weight | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T | 8 T |
| Avg. chassis weight | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T | 5 T |
| Max. container tara weight | 2.24 T | 3.19 T | 4.03 T | 4.2 T | 4.74 T | 4.8 T |
(*) Maximum weight = truck + chassis + container + cargo weight
When in doubt plse call our local customer service desk.
Plse also note that above DO NOT take into account weight restrictions that may apply in foreign trade lanes.
2. Customs Requirements and Port Restrictions
Dutch Customs standards must be followed to the letter. When delivering an export container to terminals, Customs documents must accompany the box, else access will be denied. All imported cargo must be reported 24 hours prior to vessel arrival and non-EC shipments require additional Customs clearance for payment of duties and taxes.
3. DG Restrictions
All Dangerous Goods cargo is acceptable for FCL but IMO 1 and IMO 7 need special application.
For More information please call (31) 10 2248282 / (31) 10 2248283 or e-mail MARRTM@oocl.com.
