Container shipping Antwerp to Belize City
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Antwerp to Belize (BZBZE)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is flexible and it is trustworthy. Importing a container overseas with break bulk or machinery is easy with shippinglines like Zhonggu Logistics Corporation. They can get you a lot of container-types. An important point of attention is (FCL) full containers and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our experts we provide you with practical information with a view to international transport Belize City (BZ BZE). We get you inside-information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Besides this we share a practical step-by-step plan. Contact u directly and we get you a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, staunch and relatively cheap way to export or import international containers.
- Compared to air freight, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is perfect for international removals and shipping vegetables or personal goods.
- The Port of Belize City is an important logistics artery in Belize.
- The most commonly used containers are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Refrigerated, Tank, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Belize (BZBZE) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your personal stuff is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will arrange the container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Belize City (BZ BZE), and will be shipped over the sea to the importer at the arrival harbour. You can book various solutions like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the following paragraph we share important information about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Belize City |
| Country of destination | Belize |
| Port Code | BZBZE |
| Transportation time | +/- 28 days |
| Shipping costs | $$ |
| Office address | Caesar Ridge Road, Belize City, Belize |
| portbz@btl.net | |
| Website | mfa.gov.bz |
| Telephone number | 5012272480 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Belize City
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and destination of shipment. Determine the desired transport method: full containers (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Packing the freight
Obviously, make sure the freight is packed securely. To limit damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs documents and procedures
When you import cargo from Belize (BZBZE), please pay attention to the necessary various export documents (on behalf of national customs): packing list, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a legal document provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The chosen Incoterm decides who will pay for things like transit, insurance and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can check the status when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Belize (BZBZE) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container
You want to ship a container from port of Belize City – (BZ BZE) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to find the right container type. Based on your load you choose a size (20 ft, 40 ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Many shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the paragraph below you will find useful information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Our specialists also provide details about Palletwide Containers.
Information and benefits of twenty foot container
20 FT containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which means they are cheaper to ship. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods and international removals. What you might not know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.600 kg.
Explanation of the 40 foot container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Moreover, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. You have more height at your disposal. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.000 kilogram.
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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?
When you need a lot of container space, than you can reserve your own full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: you need large volume to be viable and it is hard to book during peak season. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Belize (BZBZE) or Hamburg to Belize (BZBZE).
- The meaning of FCL is: the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM.
LCL: Less than container
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, a shared container can be used. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). What we mean by LCL is that 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, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more flexible during intense shipping season. Important: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then you better go for FCL. The cost of the shipment is determined by the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- The idea of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 3 m3 – 14 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Yang Ming, Evergreen, POL, Wan Hai.
Various other types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for freight forwarding. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are specially developed transport options for liquids, grain, flour, or unique high value cargo. You can read more about it below. You can also look further at transport options in Baltimore (USBAL), port of Elizabeth (ZAPLZ), Bushehr (IRBUZ) harbor and terminal Pago-Pago (ASPPG).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
- Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.
Load types: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Exporting cargo by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Belize City (BZBZE) has a lot of pluses: attractive rates, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories that are transported by sea are: containerized, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, liquid bulk, break bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, diesel, chemicals, hydrogen, biofuels, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and sugar, coils, lumber, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: products like electronic goods, toys, sports equipment, clothes, medical/pharmacy + drinks, shoes, machines, furniture, fashion.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Belize City takes around 28 days. The total distance is approx. 6550 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 12131 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The exact shipping time has several factors: the speed of the boat, sea weather condition and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Belize City (Belize) are average. The total cost is subject to various parts such as the size of the container, the total distance to the delivery destination and pickup charges and Fill in the request form for a quote for your transport.
When transporting goods to Belize City, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are required: Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin. For more information about these duties you can contact the customs of Belize or navigate to the website of the port or the government (mfa.gov.bz).
The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. The most common terms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of origin. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).