Container shipping Antwerp to Chittagong
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Chittagong (BDCGP)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is flexible and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Ship a container overseas with liquids or furniture is easy with shippinglines like Zim Integrated Shipping Services. Shipping lines offer all kind of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a complete full container (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our experts we provide actual information with a view to international transport Chittagong (BD CGP). We share extensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. You can make use of our a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Send you shipping details and we will send a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a good, safe and affordable way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air freight, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is excellent for worldwide removals and carrying breakbulk or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Chittagong is a popular port in Bangladesh.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Insulated, Dry Van, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
Main topics
Shipping to Chittagong (BDCGP) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your articles are stored in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder will arrange the container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of origin (POO) Chittagong (BD CGP), and will be transported by sea to the consignee at the POD (port of destination). You need to make a choose out of: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the list below 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 Chittagong |
| Country of destination | Bangladesh |
| Port Code | BDCGP |
| Transportation time | +/- 37 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$ |
| Office address | Bandar Bhaban, P. O. Box 2013 Chittagong-4100, Bangladesh |
| E-mail address | info@cpa.gov.bd |
| Website | www.bangladesh.gov.bd |
| Telephone number | 880-31-2522200-29 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Chittagong
- Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the port of destination. Specify your preference: a complete full container (FCL) or LCL (Less than Container Load). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Packing the freight
Obviously, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you ship cargo to Chittagong (BDCGP), you need to share several export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificates of origin, packing declaration, packing list. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract issued by the carrier or agent describing the correct state of goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The agreed Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and duty related matters. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use sea freight tracking to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can see in realtime when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Chittagong (BDCGP) to Antwerp (BEANR): select the container that suits the freight
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Chittagong – (BD CGP) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to find the right container type. There are different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and multiple transport options (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, MOL, MSC. Well-known cities around the harbor are Patiya, Raozan, Bandarban, Fatikchhari, Manikchhari, Ramgarh, Chhagalnaiya, Feni, Khagrachari, Lalmohan, Lakshmipur, Laksham, Bhola, Ramganj, Raypur, Mehendiganj, Hajiganj, Chandpur, Barisal, Nalchiti. In the next section you can compare all types and read more about the most popular boxes. We are happy to provide you with more information about FCL Shipping.
Specifications of a 20 FT container
20-foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most common and available size. They are relatively easy to ship, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items and international movings. Keep in mind: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is often used for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.800 kilogram.
Advantages of a 40ft 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 quantities of goods. Also, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ variant. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Very suitable for high products.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The dimensions are standard: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.300 kilogram.
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What is the meaning of FCL container?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then a full container is often worth it. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t have to share space with others. It is a popular transport method: optimal transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and it is hard to book during peak season. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Chittagong (BDCGP) or Hamburg to Chittagong (BDCGP).
- FCL means that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, ONE.
Information about Less than container (LCL)
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). What we mean by LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are multiple advantages: you pay only for the volume you need, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and lower sourcing risk. Important: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then you better go for FCL. The total costs are calculated based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- The concept of LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 4 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, ZIM, POL, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.
What other types of containers are there
The range of boxes is very varied for shipping your items. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. But there are also specific options for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, meat, fish and frozen foods or very exclusive stuff. We give a short explanation below. You can also check more information about shipping to Maputo (MZMPM), port of Puerto Barrios (GTPBR), Port-au-Prince (HTPAP) harbor and terminal Livorno (ITLIV).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: e.g. for Machinery require space for their tops to stick out.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for the food and beverage industries.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Exporting load by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Chittagong (BDCGP) has a lot of pluses: attractive tariffs, very safe and secure and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Popular types of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: break bulk, containerized, neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, biofuels, petroleum, gasoline, hydrogen, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like coils, sugar, cement, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: cargo like art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, toys, electronic goods and fashion, food, furniture, shoes, machines.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Chittagong takes approximately 37 days. The total distance is about 8850 nautical miles (NM). Converted that is 16390 kilometers. When you export something, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The shipping time is determined on the basis of vessel speed, wind force and direction and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Chittagong (Bangladesh) are slightly above average. The total price tag is determined by various features such as cargo dimension, period of the year and other costs like stacking and siting. Fill in the application form for a price proposal and transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Chittagong, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Import/export Licenses. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of Bangladesh or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.bangladesh.gov.bd).
Incoterms are a set of standardized terms of delivery terms used international trade. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party arranges covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).