Container shipping Antwerp to Hull

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Hull (GBHUL)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is efficient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container overseas with refrigerated cargo or factory parts can be facilitated by shippinglines like IRISL Group. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. An important point of attention is a complete full container (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our portal we offer actual information with a view to international transport Hull (GB HUL). We provide up-to-date information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Besides this we share a practical step-by-step plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we get you a quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, trouble-free and inexpensive way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
When we compare this to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for international movings and exporting dry bulk or furniture.
The Port of Hull is one of the most important ports in United Kingdom.
The range of containers includes: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Tank, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Hull (GBHUL) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your cargo is stored in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Hull (GB HUL), and will be shipped over the ocean to the recipient at the arrival port. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the next section we provide you with details about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Hull
Country of destination	United Kingdom
Port Code	GBHUL
Transportation time	+/- 1 days
Shipping prices	$
Office address	PO Box 1, Port House, Northern Gateway, Hull HU9 5PQ, United Kingdom
Mail	hull@abports.co.uk
Website	www.abports.co.uk/custinfo/ports/hull.htm
Phone number	01482327171

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Hull

Select shipment details
Enter the departure port and the destination harbor. Specify your preference: full containers (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Loading and labeling the freight
First of all, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To prevent accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Documents Required for Exporting
When you transport your goods to Hull (GBHUL), you will need required export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document signed by the carrier confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm defines how much responsibility you have for transit, insurance and customs clearance. Widely used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Track and Trace shipment
Use the track and trace service to check where your shipping is right now. You can check the status when the vessel is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Hull (GBHUL) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container type

You are going to ship a container from port of Hull – (GB HUL) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Compare the options and ask an appropriate container. There are different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. Below you can compare all types and read more about the most common sizes and types. You may also like: Hard-Top Container.

Important specifications of the 20 foot container

Twenty Foot Containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are quite easy to transport, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of furniture or international movings. Nice to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.

The most commonly used box for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
The size of a 20-foot container is: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.900 kilogram.

What you need to know about the 40 foot container

The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. It is especially intended for shipping large cargo by sea. In conclusion, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ box. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions are the same internationally: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.600 kg.

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FCL: Full Container

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, it is best to book a full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The benefits are great: ideal transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for small cargo and insurance is more expensive. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Hull (GBHUL) and Hamburg to Hull (GBHUL).

FCL means that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. COSCO, MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, ONE.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?

If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The goal 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, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Important: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. LCL cost is calculated by the volume and weight of the packages.

The meaning of LCL is: you transport your cargo via a partial container.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 3 m3 & 16,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Capabilities at almost all international ports.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Wan Hai, POL, ZIM, HMM.

Information about other types of containers

There are many different types of boxes available for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, vegetables and fruit or very exclusive stuff. Our expert has laid out a list below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Kingstown (VCKTN), port of Xiamen (CNXMN), Derince (TRDRC) harbor and terminal Larvik (NOLAR).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
Insulated Containers: ideal for bulk shipping and temporary storage of mixed products.

Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.

Load types: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Transporting stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Hull (GBHUL) is very popular because of attractive prices, it is great for transporting bulky goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized. Below we explain some goods/cargo.

Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, gasoline, diesel, petroleum, chemicals, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sand, coils, cement, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: freight like toys, clothes, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, sports equipment & shoes, furniture, food, drinks, machines.

All about international transport (FAQ)

What is the transit time from Antwerp to Hull?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Hull takes approximately 1 days. The total distance is approx. 335 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 620 km. If you ship something by sea, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: draft and speed, weather and any technical malfunctions.

How expensive is shipping a container to Hull (GBHUL)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Hull (United Kingdom) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by various parts such as type of goods transported, period of the year and local handling fees. Do not hesitate to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.

Which customs documents do I need to provide?

When transporting goods to Hull, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Insurance Certificate. For additional information, please contact the customs of United Kingdom or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.abports.co.uk/custinfo/ports/hull.htm).

Which Incoterm is the best to choose for?

The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party bears responsibility for transportation and insurance to the agreed port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).