Container shipping Antwerp to Zeebrugge

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Antwerp to Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE)? Sea freight is very useful: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is great for bulk goods and it is trustworthy. Transporting containers with freight like liquids or factory parts can be arranged by shipping companies such as Sinokor Merchant Marine. You can choose from all kind of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our freight forwarders we provide up-to-date information about international transport Zeebrugge (BE ZEE). We share knowledge and practical information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and you will get a competitive quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a good, staunch and cost-effective way to import and export goods internationally.
When we compare it to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight is suitable for international movings and importing food or vehicles.
The Port of Zeebrugge is a much-chosen harbor in Belgium.
We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Insulated, Flat Rack, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departing port Zeebrugge (BE ZEE), and will be shipped by ocean to the terminal at the arrival harbour. They offer solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below you will find some basic data of the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Zeebrugge
Country of destination	Belgium
Port Code	BEZEE
Transit Time	+/- 1 days
Shipping rates	$
Local address	P. Vandammehuis, Isabellalaan 1, Zeebrugge B-8380, Belgium
E-mail address	mbz@zeebruggeport.be
Website	www.zeebruggeport.be/
Phone number	3250543211

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Zeebrugge

Details of your shipping
Enter the departing port and destination of shipment. Also indicate whether you choose (FCL) full containers or LCL (Less than Container Load). Also select container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Preparing the cargo
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you want to send goods to Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE), you should think about special export documents (for fast customs clearance): certificates of origin, packing declaration, packing list, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper to acknowledge that they have received the goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Selecting the best Incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Track and Trace shipment
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your container is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading, has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE) to Antwerp (BEANR): match your cargo with container type

You need to ship a container from port of Zeebrugge – (BE ZEE) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? The first step is to rent a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the paragraph below you will find useful information about the most popular products. Also click further for information about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.

Details of a 20ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are quite easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal effects or international movings. What you might not know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.

A very popular box for transporting goods by means of shipping.
The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.000 kg.

What you need to know about the 40 ft container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it a popular choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ variant. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

Often chosen for large loads.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
The maximum load is +/- 28.100 kilogram.

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What is a Full Container (FCL)?

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: optimal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and you have higher inventory costs. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE) and Hamburg to Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE).

FCL Means that means that the container only holds your cargo.
Load directly from factory or storage.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, MSC, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE.

LCL: Less than container

With a small freight, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The concept of LCL is that you share the container with other importers. You benefit from many advantages: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and easy time-management and scheduling. Notable: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. LCL cost is calculated by the dimensions and weight of the cargo.

LCL Means that means that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
A suitable choice for transport with a size between 1,5 m3 and 13,5 m3.
Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
Available at: e.g. HMM, Wan Hai, Evergreen, Yang Ming, POL.

Various other types of containers

There exist a lot of box-types for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or other special goods. Our expert has laid out a list below. You can also look further at transport options in San Antonio Oeste (AROES), port of Annaba (DZAAE), Maracaibo (VEMAR) harbor and terminal El Guamache (VEEGU).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.

Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.

Load types: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Exporting stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Zeebrugge (BEZEE) has lots of advantages: low rates, there are lots of different shipping options and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The most important ocean cargo transported by sea include: liquid bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
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. kerosene, petroleum, biofuels, chemicals, diesel, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also salt, rods, lumber, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: items like electronic goods, toys, art and antiques, clothes, sports equipment and furniture, drinks, shoes, fashion, food.

All about international transport (FAQ)

How long does it take to ship from Antwerp to Zeebrugge?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Zeebrugge takes around 1 days. The distance to be covered is about 50 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 93 km. If you ship something by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: vessel speed, weather and any technical malfunctions.

What is the total price of shipping a container to Bruges-Zeebrugge (BEZEE)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Zeebrugge (Belgium) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various factors such as type of goods transported, season and pickup charges and Contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.

What customs documents do i need?

When you are sending goods to Zeebrugge, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, then we advise you to contact the customs of Belgium or view the website of the port/government (www.zeebruggeport.be/).

What are Incoterms, and which one is the best to ship with

Incoterms describe the rights and obligations of both seller and buyer. For sea transportation, we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the costs of transporting the cargo to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).