Container shipping Antwerp to Alicante
You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Alicante Port (ESALC)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is efficient and it is trustworthy. Ship a container overseas with ro-ro or equipment is very easy with e.g. Zhonggu Logistics Corporation. You can book and a wide range of container types. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our portal we give accurate information about international transport Alicante (ES ALC). We provide inside-information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Send us your details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, trustworthy and cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Advantages compared to air freight: there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight provides services for worldwide relocations and transporting liquids or machinery.
- The Port of Alicante is a much-chosen harbor in Spain.
- Commonly container types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Alicante Port (ESALC) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your products are stored in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will reserve a container for you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Alicante (ES ALC), and will be shipped over the sea to the agent at the POD. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the attached table we share facts about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Alicante |
| Country of destination | Spain |
| Port Code | ESALC |
| Transportation time | +/- 6 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | Muelle de Poniente, 11, Alicante, Alicante 03001, Spain |
| a.portuaria@puertoalicante.com | |
| Website | www.puertoalicante.com/ |
| Phone number | 34965130095 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Alicante
- Freight Details
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival harbour. Also indicate whether you choose a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Prepare your package
To begin, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise you to use pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Common Export Documents
If you are going to transport cargo to Alicante Port (ESALC), you should organize several export documents (for fast customs clearance): commercial invoice, packing list, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document that is completed by a carrier to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Choose Incoterm
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The chosen Incoterm decides how much responsibility you have for insurance, transport and all documents. Widely used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track your shipment
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to check where your shipping is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the freight has been loaded at the POL (port of origin), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Alicante Port (ESALC) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo
You need to ship a container from port of Alicante – (ES ALC) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to book the right container for your cargo. There are smaller and bigger boxes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different container agreements (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the next section you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular boxes. You can also click directly to information about Import.
Information and benefits of 20ft container
Twenty Foot Containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which ensures low handling costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal items and international removals. Nice to know: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box offers a solution for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.600 kilogram.
Information and benefits of forty foot container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. Finally, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ version. You’ve got just a little extra height. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The format is almost always the same: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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(FCL) Full Container
When you need a lot of container space, then you can book your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. This has multiple advantages: efficient transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and it’s more cost-effective. There are also disadvantages: it is not efficient for small cargo types and insurance is extra important. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to Alicante Port (ESALC) or Hamburg to Alicante Port (ESALC).
- What we mean by FCL is that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, ONE, COSCO, Maersk.
When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The meaning of LCL is: shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory space and lower sourcing risk. Worth mentioning: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The shipping rates are based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- The concept of LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- For low-volume shipments of between 3 m3 & 13,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, POL, Wan Hai, Evergreen, HMM.
Other container types for special loads
There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your items. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. But there are also specific options for oils, vegetables and fruit or other special goods. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also look further at transport options in Zeeland Seaports (NLTNZ), port of Surabaya (IDSUB), Roseau (DMRSU) harbor and terminal Belize (BZBZE).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
- Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Kind of freight: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Shipping cargo by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Alicante (ESALC) has lots of advantages: attractive rates, very safe and secure and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: dry bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, neo bulk, roll on/roll off. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, petroleum, chemicals, gasoline, hydrogen, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and cement, lumber, sugar, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
- Retail & other: load like medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, electronic goods, sports equipment, toys & fashion, food, machines, furniture, shoes.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Alicante lasts about 6 days. The total distance is about 1650 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 3056 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The actual shipping time depends on the speed of the boat, weather and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Alicante (Spain) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various ingredients such as type of container, shipping route and freight forwarder handling fees. We invite you to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When sending goods to Alicante, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are required: Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. For additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Spain or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.puertoalicante.com/).
The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party takes care of the transportation to the port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller is responsible for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).