Container shipping Antwerp to Victoria
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Victoria (CAVIC)? Sea freight has many advantages: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it’s transparant and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Ship a container overseas with refrigerated cargo or semi-finished goods can be done via e.g. Maersk. Shipping lines offer and a wide range of container types. Shipping lines offer the choice between (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via this website we give actual information about international transport Victoria (CA VIC). We provide you with up-to-date information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Send you shipping details and we get you a quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, sure and relatively cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide removals and transporting liquid bulk or bikes.
- The Port of Victoria is an important hub in Canada.
- Containers that are often transported are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Victoria (CAVIC) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your cargo is stored in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder ensures that a container is ready. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Victoria (CA VIC), and will be transported by sea to the agent at the POD (port of destination). You can choose for: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below we share important information about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Victoria |
| Country of destination | Canada |
| Port Code | CAVIC |
| Transport Time | +/- 13 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Office address | 202 – 468 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1W9, Canada |
| E-mail address | gvha@victoriaharbour.org |
| Website | www.victoriaharbour.org/ |
| Phone number | 2503838300 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Victoria
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Determine the desired transport method: (FCL) full containers or partial shipments (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Cargo preparations
To begin, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Common Export Documents
In the situations that you export cargo to Victoria (CAVIC), you will have to provide relevant export documents (for the national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing list, packing declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract that is provided to the shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm defines who assumes the risk of, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your shipment is right now. You will get a notification when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Victoria (CAVIC) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Victoria – (CA VIC) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is necessary to book the right container for your cargo. You can choose from large and small sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and multiple transport options (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Many shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the next chapter we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. Check also more information about Incoterms.
What you need to know about the 20 ft container
20. ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most common and available size. They are very efficient, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal effects and removals. Keep in mind: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box offers a solution for transporting cargo by sea.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 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: +/- 27.400 kg.
Advantages of a forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ version. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Very suitable for high products.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The format is universal: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.300 kg.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The benefits are great: ideal transit time, limited chance of damage and you pay lower price per unit. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it is hard to book during peak season. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Victoria (CAVIC) and Hamburg to Victoria (CAVIC).
- The meaning of FCL is: one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CMA CGM, COSCO.
(LCL) Less than container
If you don’t prefer a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The concept of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. The advantages of this option include: you pay only for the volume you need, less inventory costs & management and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Watch out: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total shipping costs are related to the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- LCL means that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 3 m3 and 13 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM, Yang Ming, HMM.
Information about other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The most common type is the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or other special goods. You can read more about it below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Liverpool (GBLIV), port of Mangalore (INIXE), Mombasa (KEMBA) harbor and terminal Haydarpasa (TRHAY).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Importing stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Victoria (CAVIC) has many benefits: low rates, there are lots of different shipping options and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: containerized, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, diesel, kerosene, biofuels, gasoline, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sand, rods, lumber, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: cargo like sports equipment, toys, electronic goods, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy and shoes, fashion, furniture, machines, food.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Victoria lasts about 13 days. The total distance is about 3150 nautical miles (nmi). This is equivalent to 5834 kilometers. When you send something by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The precise shipping time depends on condition of the hull, weather conditions and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Victoria (Canada) are relatively expensive. The actual costs are determined by various factors such as type of goods transported, transit time and freight forwarder handling fees. Feel free to contact us for a price proposal and transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Victoria, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, you can contact the customs of Canada or view the website of the port/government (www.victoriaharbour.org/).
Incoterms tell us when ownership of the product changes hands. The most common terms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party covers the carriage of the goods up to the named port of destination. Free on Board (FOB) means 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: Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).