Container shipping Antwerp to Gioia Tauro
Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Gioia Tauro (ITGIT)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is efficient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container overseas with ro-ro or furniture can be outsourced to e.g. X-Press Feeders. You can choose from various types of containers. Transporters make a distinction between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport agents we give accurate information regarding international transport Gioia Tauro (IT GIT). We share extensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. On this website you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Send us your details and we will send a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, trouble-free and inexpensive way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare this to air freight, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide removals and carrying break bulk or bikes.
- The Port of Gioia Tauro is a frequently chosen port in Italy.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Insulated, Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Gioia Tauro (ITGIT) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your products are put on a container with pellets. The intermediary (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the departing port Gioia Tauro (IT GIT), and will be shipped over the sea to the importer at the destination harbor. They can get you services like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph we offer useful information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Gioia Tauro |
| Country of destination | Italy |
| Port Code | ITGIT |
| Transit Time | +/- 14 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Local address | Contrada Lamia, Gioia Tauro, RC 89013, Italy |
| E-mail address | info@portodigioiatauro.it |
| Website | www.portodigioiatauro.it |
| Telephone number | 390966766415 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Gioia Tauro
- Cargo details
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Also indicate whether you prefer a full container for yourself (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Packing the container
As a starting point, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Customs document
When you import cargo from Gioia Tauro (ITGIT), please pay attention to the necessary special export documents (for the national customs): packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a legal document that is provided to the shipper to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm determines who is the risk-bearing party for shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your container is right now. You can check easily when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Gioia Tauro (ITGIT) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container
You are going to ship a container from port of Gioia Tauro – (IT GIT) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? The first step is to book the right container for your cargo. There are different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and methods (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Popular shipping lines include APL, CMA CGM, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. The port offers an excellent connection to Gioia Tauro, Rosarno, Palmi, Taurianova, Polistena, Cittanova, Bagnara Calabra, San Nicola, Vibo Valentia, Villa San Giovanni, Locri, Siderno, Messina, Reggio di Calabria, Melito di Porto Salvo, Milazzo, Soverato, Catanzaro, Amantea, Lipari. In the text box below you can read all important information about the most popular container types. You can also click through to our page about Furniture transport.
Explanation of the 20 FT container
20 ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of furniture and removals. Pro tip: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- A very popular box for transporting cargo by sea.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.500 kg.
Advantages of a 40 foot container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. What you may not know: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ edition. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- It has the following dimensions: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.100 kg.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
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. There are many advantages to it: It guarantees a faster transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and insurance is extra important. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Gioia Tauro (ITGIT) or Hamburg to Gioia Tauro (ITGIT).
- The idea of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, COSCO, Maersk, CMA CGM.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). With LCL transport, you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. You benefit from many advantages: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and more flexible during intense shipping season. Notable: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 3 m3 & 13 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, ZIM, Evergreen, POL, HMM.
Various other types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are innovative and special constructions for oils or chemicals, meat, fish and frozen foods or very expensive items. You can read more about it below. You can also check more information about shipping to Manila South Harbour (PHMNS), port of Melbourne (AUMEL), Vila (VUVLI) harbor and terminal Tunis (TNTUN).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry 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: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: e.g. for Machinery require space for their tops to stick out.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
- 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.
Main types of ocean freight: What do you want to ship?
Exporting stuff by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Gioia Tauro (ITGIT) has a lot of pluses: it is economical, it is effective for large quantities of goods and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: dry bulk, containerized, break bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, hydrogen, chemicals, kerosene, petroleum, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and salt, sand, cement, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: load like sports equipment, clothes, toys, art and antiques, electronic goods and fashion, shoes, food, drinks, machines.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Gioia Tauro takes approx 14 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 3250 nautical miles (M). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 6019 km. If you make a sea shipment, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time is subject to condition of the hull and the propeller, the sea conditions and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Gioia Tauro (Italy) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by various factors such as the size of the container, season and pickup charges and Fill in the request form for the best rates and current transit times.
When transporting goods to Gioia Tauro, then there are some important customs clearance documents. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses. For additional information and answers to questions please contact the customs of Italy or check the official website for more info (www.portodigioiatauro.it).
The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller bears responsibility for all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the required port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).