Container shipping Antwerp to Barcelona

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Antwerp to Barcelona (ESBCN)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is great for bulk goods and it has live tracking. Transporting a container by sea with gas-based fuels or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like Matson. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from different types of containers. Transporters make a distinction between (FCL) full containers and a partial filled container (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com you will find actual information for the purpose of international transport Barcelona (ES BCN). We get you practical information about the various sea container types. For this we offer a step-by-step import plan. Send you shipping details and we will prepare a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.

Ocean shipping is a reliable, secure and relatively cheap way to transport large and heavy loads.
When we compare this to air freight, it offers more capacity and value.
Sea freight provides services for international relocations and the transit of breakbulk or bikes.
The Port of Barcelona offers excellent transit options in Spain.
The most commonly used containers are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Barcelona (ESBCN) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your goods are loaded into the container. The middleman (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Barcelona (ES BCN), and will be shipped over the ocean to the customs at the arrival harbour. You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the next section you can read different kind of info about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Barcelona
Country of destination	Spain
Port Code	ESBCN
Transit Time	+/- 6 days
Shipping rates	$
Office address	World Trade Center Barcelona wharf Barcelona 08039 Spain
E-mail address	sau@portdebarcelona.cat
Website	sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es
Telephone number	34932986000

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Barcelona

Cargo details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the arrival harbour. Decide how you want to export: FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load). Also select container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Packing the freight
As a starting point, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
Export documents
When you transport goods to Barcelona (ESBCN), you should organize relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Much chosen incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Live tracking of the shipment
Use container track and trace to see where your load is right now. You can see 24/7 when the load is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Barcelona (ESBCN) to Antwerp (BEANR): match your cargo with container type

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Barcelona – (ES BCN) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is necessary to find the right container type. Based on your load you choose a size (20-ft, 40-ft) and methods (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Cornellá, Sant Just Desvern, Viladecáns, Gavá, Badalona, Sant Cugat del Vallès, Castelldefels, Ripollet, La Llagosta, Rubí, Mollet del Vallès, Sabadell, Premiá de Mar, Montornés del Vallés, Martorell, Terrassa, Sitges, Granollers. In the section below you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. You may also like: Ventilated Container.

Advantages of a 20 FT container

20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are relatively easy to ship, which means they are cheaper to ship. Widely used for transporting furniture or international movings. Some extra info: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is widely used for sending goods overseas.
The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.200 kg.

What you need to know about the 40 FT container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large cargo by sea. What you may not know: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ box. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This way cargo can be stacked high.

They are ideal for big shipments.
It has the following dimensions: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.400 kilogram.

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Information about Full Container (FCL)

When you need a lot of container space, than you can reserve your own full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. All cargo space is used exclusively for you. It is a popular transport method: efficient transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Important to mention: it is not efficient for small cargo types and it is hard to book during peak season. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Barcelona (ESBCN) or Hamburg to Barcelona (ESBCN).

The goal of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Load directly from factory or storage.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, CMA CGM, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd.

Less than container (LCL)

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this 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: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you spend less on inventory space and easy time-management and scheduling. Notable: if you can fill more than half of a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

With LCL transport, you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
The best choice for a charge between 2 m3 & 16,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
Easier to find space during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, HMM, POL.

Alternative container types

There exist a lot of box-types for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are also special possibilities for oils or chemicals, flowers, fruit or very expensive items. We give a short explanation below. You can also look further at transport options in Jacksonville (USJAX), port of Manta (ECMEC), Seattle (USSEA) harbor and terminal Dalian (CNDAL).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
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: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
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.

Main types of ocean freight: what do you want to transport by sea?

Exporting goods by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Barcelona (ESBCN) is very popular because of low prices, best for Bulky Goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: liquid bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, kerosene, diesel, gasoline, chemicals, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and coils, plates, salt, lumber.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: goods like medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, electronic goods, toys, clothes or machines, fashion, drinks, shoes, food.

FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport

What is the transit time from Antwerp to Barcelona?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Barcelona takes approximately 6 days. The total distance is about 1650 nautical miles (M). That is about 3056 kilometers. When you export something, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The actual shipping time depends on draft and speed, weather conditions and port inspection.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to Barcelona (ESBCN)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Barcelona (Spain) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by important aspects like cargo volume and weight, the total distance to the delivery destination and incoterms. Contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

Which customs documents are required for my shipment?

When transporting goods to Barcelona, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, then we advise you to contact the customs of Spain or check the official website for more info (sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es).

What incoterm is best for my business?

Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. For sea transportation, we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter takes care of the transportation to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).