Container shipping Antwerp to Marmagao
Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Mormugao (INMRM)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is flexible much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a sea container with food or machinery is easy with shippinglines like Arkas Container Transport. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our freight forwarders we offer helpful information with a view to international transport Mormugao (IN MRM). We share comprehensive information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You will also find a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Fill out the form and get a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, trouble-free and affordable way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- When we compare it to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight provides services for international movings and the transit of refrigerated cargo or motorbikes.
- The Port of Marmagao is one of the most important ports in India.
- Popular container types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Insulated, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Refrigerated, Tank, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Mormugao (INMRM) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your material is packed in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will book a container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Mormugao (IN MRM), and will be shipped over the ocean to the terminal at the port of destination. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below you will find important information about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Marmagao |
| Country of destination | India |
| Port Code | INMRM |
| Transport Time | +/- 29 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Local address | Headland Sada, Goa 403804 India |
| mpt@mptgoa.com | |
| Website | www.mptgoa.com |
| Telephone number | 91-834-512177 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Marmagao
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Also indicate whether you prefer a full container for yourself (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
Primarily, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Export documents
When exporting cargo to Mormugao (INMRM), you need to share several export documents (for correct national customs papers): certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing list, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm determines who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and duty related matters. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your load is at this moment. You can check easily when the ship is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Mormugao (INMRM) to Antwerp (BEANR): choosing a suitable container
You need to ship a container from port of Marmagao – (IN MRM) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is crucial to find the right container type. You can choose from large and small sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. Below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You can also click directly to information about Piano transport.
What you need to know about the twenty foot container
20-foot containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are very efficient, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal items or international movings. Nice to know: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for transporting cargo by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.900 kg.
Specifications of a 40ft container
The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it very economical for shipping large cargo by sea. In conclusion, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ edition. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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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. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. It is a popular transport method: It guarantees a faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and the rates are more favorable. Of course there are also downsides: you need large volume to be viable and you have higher inventory costs. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to Mormugao (INMRM) and Hamburg to Mormugao (INMRM).
- What we mean by FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, CMA CGM, Maersk, ONE.
What is a Less than container (LCL)?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL means that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you’re only charged for the space you are using, storage and insurance is advantageous and it is faster during peak-season. Watch out: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- The concept of LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 4 m3 & 15,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, HMM, Evergreen.
Other container types for special loads
There exist a lot of box-types for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are also special possibilities for liquids, onions, potatoes, vegetables or high class goods. Our expert has laid out a list below. Also check other destinations such as Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE), port of Bell Bay (AUBEL), Hiroshima (JPHIJ) harbor and terminal Gdynia (PLGDY).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for bulk shipping and temporary storage of mixed products.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for the food and beverage industries.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Cargo types: what are you going to transport?
Transporting cargo by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Marmagao (INMRM) have all kinds of advantages: attractive costs, high sea vessel load capacity and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: liquid bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, gasoline, chemicals, petroleum, diesel, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also lumber, rods, cement, coils.
- 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: goods like electronic goods, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, toys + food, shoes, drinks, machines, furniture.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Marmagao takes approx 29 days. The distance to be covered is about 6950 nautical miles (M). That equates to 12871 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the speed of the boat, wind force and direction and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Marmagao (India) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by a number of factors like cargo type, period of the year and supply and demand. Fill in the request form for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you are exporting goods to Mormugao, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of India or view the website of the port/government (www.mptgoa.com).
Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party takes care of the carriage of the goods up to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the selling party is fully liable for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).