Container shipping Antwerp to Burgas
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Burgas (BGBOJ)? Sea freight has many pluses: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is efficient and it has live tracking. Transporting a sea container with ro-ro or personal goods can be facilitated by shippinglines like Wan Hai Lines. They offer various types of containers. An important point of attention is (FCL) Full Container Load and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our transport specialists we provide you with dedicated information for international transport Burgas (BG BOJ). We offer inside-information about the various sea container types. For this we offer a 5 step export plan. Share your cargo and transport wishes and receive a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a good, safe and affordable way to transport large and heavy loads.
- Compared to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is perfect for international relocations and transporting refrigerated cargo or personal effects.
- The Port of Burgas offers excellent transit options in Bulgaria.
- You can choose from the following containers: twenty footers, forty footers and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Burgas (BGBOJ) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your products are packed tightly in a container. The middleman (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin Burgas (BG BOJ), and will be shipped over the sea to the terminal at the POD (port of destination). You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the schedule below you can read different kind of info about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Burgas |
| Country of destination | Bulgaria |
| Port Code | BGBOJ |
| Transit Time | +/- 15 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Office address | 1, Prince Alexander Battenberg Str. Bourgas 8000 Bulgaria |
| headoffice@port-burgas.co | |
| Website | www.port-burgas.com |
| Phone | 35956/822222 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Burgas
- Enter freight details
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Decide how you want to export: full containers (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. You can choose from a small or large container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Export documents
In the situations that you export goods to Burgas (BGBOJ), you need to share required export documents (for fast customs clearance): certificates of origin, packing declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document signed by the carrier to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm states who is responsible for e.g transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your shipment is right now. You can check easily when the ship is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Burgas (BGBOJ) to Antwerp (BEANR): choose container
You are going to ship a container from port of Burgas – (BG BOJ) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to find the right container type. They come in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and multiple transport options (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the box below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Also click further for information about Get shipping quote.
Explanation about a 20 foot container
20. ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which results in lower shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal stuff or international movings. Good to know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- A very popular box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.100 kilogram.
Specifications of a 40ft container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Good to know: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ variant. They are 9’6 tall. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.500 kg.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then a full container is often worth it. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many advantages to it: Usually a faster transit time, less potential for damage and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: it is not suitable for small cargo and it is hard to book during peak season. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Burgas (BGBOJ) or Hamburg to Burgas (BGBOJ).
- The goal of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, ONE, COSCO, CMA CGM.
Less than container (LCL)
If you don’t prefer a full container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL Means that means that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many benefits like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and it is more flexible during peak-times. Notable: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on the volume and weight of the packages.
- LCL means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3 m3 and 14 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Evergreen, Yang Ming, ZIM, POL.
Various other types of containers
You can choose from many types of boxes for transporting your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Special boxes are also being used for oils, meat, fish and frozen foods or unique high value cargo. We’ve explained it all below. You can also check more information about shipping to Alicante Port (ESALC), port of Freetown (SLFNA), Casablanca (MACAS) harbor and terminal Venice (ITVCE).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.
- Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Freight types: what are you going to transport?
Importing goods by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Burgas (BGBOJ) is very popular because of it is economical, it is great for transporting bulky goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: containerized, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, break bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- 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, kerosene, petroleum, diesel, hydrogen, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and salt, plates, lumber, cement.
- 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: load like electronic goods, toys, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, art and antiques or shoes, fashion, machines, food, drinks.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Burgas takes around 15 days. The total distance is approximately 3750 nautical miles (NM). That is about 6945 km. When you send something by sea, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull and the propeller, wind force and direction and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Burgas (Bulgaria) are average. The total price tag is determined by various ingredients such as cargo weight, shipping route and freight forwarder handling fees. Message us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When transporting goods to Burgas, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice. For additional information and answers to questions please contact the customs of Bulgaria or take a look at the website (www.port-burgas.com).
The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter bears responsibility for the costs of transporting the cargo to the port of destination specified by the buyer. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).