Container shipping Antwerp to Wuhu
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Antwerp to Wuhu (CNWHI)? Sea freight is very useful: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it’s transparant and it is safe. Importing a container overseas with liquids or machinery is very easy with e.g. Arkas Container Transport. You can choose from and a wide range of container types. A big difference is being made between a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our experts we offer useful information for the purpose of international transport Wuhu (CN WHI). We share knowledge and up-to-date information about the various sea container types. You will also find a step-by-step export plan. Mail us with your needs and you will get a competitive quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a good, safe and low cost-way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is recommended for international relocations and transporting container cargo or equipment.
- The Port of Wuhu is a much-chosen harbor in China.
- The range of containers includes: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Wuhu (CNWHI) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your goods are loaded into the container. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will book a container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Wuhu (CN WHI), and will be shipped over the sea to the terminal at the port of destination. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the next section we share facts about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Wuhu |
| Country of destination | China |
| Port Code | CNWHI |
| Transport Time | +/- 46 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Port address | Port Administration Office, 32 Jiang’an Rd, Wuhu, Anhui 241000, China |
| china@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.gov.cn |
| Telephone number | 865533839153 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Wuhu
- Details of your shipment
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the destination harbor. Choose how you want to transport: (FCL) full containers or a partial filled container (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Prepare your package
Firstly, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Common Export Documents
If you are going to transport cargo to Wuhu (CNWHI), please pay attention to the necessary various export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing list. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document that is provided to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The chosen Incoterm decides who is responsible for e.g export/import documents, insurances and transport. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your load is at this moment. You can see in realtime when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Wuhu (CNWHI) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo
Would you like to ship a container from port of Wuhu – (CN WHI) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the next chapter you will find useful information about the most popular products. You can also click through to our page about Tank Container.
Advantages of a 20 ft container
20 foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most popular container size. They are very efficient, which means they are cheaper to ship. Particularly suitable for the transport of furniture or international movings. Good to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- The most commonly used box for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.900 kg.
Specifications of a 40 FT container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large sea freight. Good to know: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ box. You have more height at your disposal. Ideal for tall items.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The format is universal: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.400 kg.
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Information about FCL containers
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. It is a popular transport method: efficient transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and unloading can be a hassle. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Wuhu (CNWHI) and Hamburg to Wuhu (CNWHI).
- FCL Means that means that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, COSCO, CMA CGM, ONE, Maersk.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The idea of LCL is that you share the container with other importers. The advantages of this option include: you’re only charged for the space you are using, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and easy time-management and scheduling. Worth mentioning: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- LCL means that you reserve space in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3 m3 & 14,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, POL, ZIM, Evergreen, HMM.
Other container types for special loads
There exist a lot of box-types for shipping your items. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are also special possibilities for liquids, wheat, barley and cocoa or other special goods. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also look further at transport options in Beira (MZBEW), port of Latakia (SYLTK), Saint Petersburg (RULED) harbor and terminal East London (ZAELS).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.
Cargo types: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Importing stuff by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Wuhu (CNWHI) has a lot of pluses: it is very efficient, there are lots of different shipping options and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, liquid bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, gasoline, kerosene, biofuels, petroleum, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also lumber, cement, salt, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: products like electronic goods, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, toys or shoes, machines, furniture, food, drinks.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Wuhu takes around 46 days. The total distance is approx. 10700 nautical miles (nmi). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 19816 km. If you make a sea shipment, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The actual shipping time depends on the boat speed, weather and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Wuhu (China) are relatively cheap. The actual costs are determined by various parts such as cargo dimension, shipping time and freight forwarder handling fees. Fill out our form for a price proposal and transit times.
When sending goods to Wuhu, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of China or take a look at the website (www.gov.cn).
Incoterms tell us when ownership of the product changes hands. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller arranges the transportation to the port of origin. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).