Container shipping Antwerp to Chennai

Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Chennai (INMAA)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is flexible and it is eco-friendly. Shipping a container with sea freight such as ro-ro or semi-finished goods can be done via e.g. Sinotrans. They offer a lot of container-types. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: (FCL) full containers and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via containershippingservice.com we share helpful information with a view to international transport Chennai (IN MAA). We provide you with inside-information about the different types of containers. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and receive a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.

Ocean shipping is a good, safe and inexpensive way to export or import international containers.
Compared to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight is ideal for worldwide relocations and carrying container cargo or furniture.
The Port of Chennai is an important logistics artery in India.
You can choose from the following containers: twenty footers, forty footers and Hard-Top, Insulated, Dry Van, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Chennai (INMAA) 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 freight forwarder (the middleman) sends the location details to you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Chennai (IN MAA), and will be shipped by ocean to the terminal at the destination harbor. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you will find important information about the port of delivery.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Chennai
Country of destination	India
Port Code	INMAA
Transit Time	+/- 29 days
Shipping costs	$
Local address	1 Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001, Tamil Nadu, India
E-mail address	info@chennaiport.gov.in
Website	www.india.gov.in
Phone	914425312000

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Chennai

Shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the port of destination. Decide if you will ship full containers (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Loading the freight
Firstly, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To limit damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
Documents Required for Exporting
When you transport your cargo to Chennai (INMAA), you will need relevant export documents (for the purpose of national customs): certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that everything is ready to ship.
Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Frequently used incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
Track Sea Cargo
Use the track and trace service to check where your cargo is right now. You can see in realtime when the shipping is departed from POL (Port of loading), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Chennai (INMAA) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a suitable container

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Chennai – (IN MAA) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is necessary to book the right container for your cargo. There are different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Well-known shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK. Important towns around the port are Madras, Chetpet, Madhavaram, Manali, Nerkunram, Tiruvottiyur, Alandur, Saint Thomas Mount, Kattivakkam, Naravarikuppam, Pallavaram, Avadi, Minjur, Ambattur, Ponneri, Tambaram, Tinnanur, Vandalur, Gummidipundi, Sriperumbudur. In the next section we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular products. Our specialists also provide details about Hard-Top Container.

Explanation about a 20 foot container

20 foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal items and international removals. Some extra info: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is widely used for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.500 kilogram.

What you need to know about the 40 foot container

A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ edition. You’ve got just a little extra height. Ideal for tall items.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The dimensions are the same internationally: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.200 kilogram.

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Full Container (FCL)

If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then you can book your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. The benefits are great: quick transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and the rates are more favorable. Important to mention: it is expensive for small loads and it is hard to book during peak season. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Chennai (INMAA) and Hamburg to Chennai (INMAA).

The goal of FCL is that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
Available at: e.g. ONE, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CMA CGM.

Less than container (LCL)

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). What we mean by LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. The advantages of this option include: perfect for shipping small loads, you can save on inventory costs and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. The cost of the shipment is determined by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

The idea of LCL is that you reserve space in a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 4 m3 – 14,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, POL, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.

Alternative container types

The range of boxes is very diverse for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, grain, flour, or fragile items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also read more information about shipments to Antofagasta (CLANF), port of Norfolk (USORF), Buenaventura (COBUN) harbor and terminal Paranagua (BRPNG).

Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Kind of cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Shipping load by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Chennai (INMAA) have all kinds of advantages: attractive tariffs, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: dry bulk, break bulk, containerized, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
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. gasoline, hydrogen, chemicals, kerosene, diesel, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also cement, rods, salt, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
Retail & other: products like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, clothes, electronic goods, art and antiques and drinks, shoes, machines, fashion, food.

FAQ: current topics around international transport

What is the sea shipping time for goods from Antwerp to Chennai?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Chennai takes approx 29 days. The distance to be covered is about 6950 nautical miles. 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 12871 kilometers. When you send something by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: the boat speed, the sea conditions and any technical malfunctions.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Chennai (INMAA)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Chennai (India) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various features such as cargo volume and weight, shipping route and local handling fees. Fill in the request form for a price proposal and transit times.

What customs documents do i need?

When you are exporting goods to Chennai, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You will need the following documentation: Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses. For more detailed information please contact the customs of India or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.india.gov.in).

What incoterm is the most appropriate?

The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party arranges the transportation to the port of destination specified by the buyer. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).