Container shipping Antwerp to Bushehr

You want to ship a container from Antwerp to Bushehr (IRBUZ)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is efficient and it is safe. Transporting a sea container with liquid bulk or vehicles can be outsourced to e.g. X-Press Feeders. Freight forwarders offer various types of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between (FCL) Full Container Load and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our transport agents we give dedicated information for the purpose of international transport Bushehr (IR BUZ). You will find inside-information about the different types of sea containers. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Send you shipping details and we get you a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a smart, secure and cost-effective way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
Advantages compared to air freight: you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for international removals and importing ro-ro or motorbikes.
The Port of Bushehr is a frequently chosen port in Iran.
The range of containers includes: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Bushehr (IRBUZ) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your products are transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure Bushehr (IR BUZ), and will be shipped over the sea to the recipient at the port of destination. You can book various solutions like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the next section we share important information about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Bushehr
Country of destination	Iran
Port Code	IRBUZ
Transportation time	+/- 28 days
Shipping costs	$$$$
Port address	PO Box 7513749797, Bushehr, Iran
Mail	iran@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.pso.ir/
Telephone number	987712522051

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Bushehr

Cargo details
Enter the departure port and the arrival port. Also indicate whether you choose (FCL) full containers or Less Container Load (LCL). Also select container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Pack you load
Obviously, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, it is a good idea to use pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Documents Required for Exporting
When exporting goods to Bushehr (IRBUZ), you should organize required export documents (to the national customs): packing declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document signed by the carrier describing the correct state of goods and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Find your incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm determines who will pay for things like the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
Track Sea Cargo
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your cargo is right now. You will get a notification when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Bushehr (IRBUZ) to Antwerp (BEANR): match your cargo with container type

You want to ship a container from port of Bushehr – (IR BUZ) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Compare the options and find the right container type. They come in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Several major international shipping lines operate here. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the text box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Furniture transport.

Details of a 20ft container

20 foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items and international removals. Good to know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.

This box is often used for transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.300 kg.

Important specifications of the 40 FT container

A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ edition. You’ve got just a little extra height. This way cargo can be stacked high.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
The dimensions are as follows: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.600 kg.

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Information about Full Container (FCL)

If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. The benefits are great: It allows for a faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it is cheaper per unit. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and you have higher inventory costs. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Rotterdam to Bushehr (IRBUZ) and Hamburg to Bushehr (IRBUZ).

FCL means that you get the universal right to your own container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd.

(LCL) Less than container

If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. You benefit from many advantages: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you spend less on inventory space and it is more flexible during peak-times. Worth mentioning: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. The shipping rates are based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

LCL means that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 2 m3 – 13,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. HMM, Wan Hai, Evergreen, ZIM, POL.

Special containers for special freight

You can choose from many types of boxes for ocean transport. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, vegetables and fruit or very expensive items. Our expert has laid out a list below. Also check other destinations such as Genoa (ITGOA), port of Incheon (KRINC), Marsaxlokk (MTMAR) harbor and terminal Coronel (CLCNL).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and grains.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.

Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Kind of cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Transporting stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Bushehr (IRBUZ) has lots of advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, there are lots of different shipping options and very flexible. Popular types of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off. Below you can read more information about it.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, petroleum, gasoline, diesel, biofuels, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and lumber, cement, sand, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: load like electronic goods, toys, medical/pharmacy, clothes, art and antiques & machines, food, furniture, fashion, drinks.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

What is the sea shipping time for goods from Antwerp to Bushehr?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Bushehr takes on average 28 days. The total distance is about 6750 nautical miles (nmi). This is roughly equivalent to 12501 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. The exact shipping time has several factors: draft and speed, the sea conditions and type of cargo.

What are the average costs of shipping container to Bushehr (IRBUZ)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Bushehr (Iran) are relatively expensive. The total cost is subject to various factors such as container size, transit time and supply and demand. We invite you to contact us for a quote for your transport.

Which customs documents are required for my shipment?

When you send goods to Bushehr, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are important: Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading. For additional information, please contact the customs of Iran or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.pso.ir/).

What is the best Incoterm for my shipment?

Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter is responsible for transportation and insurance to the named port of destination. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller takes care of the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).