Container shipping Antwerp to Dakar

Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Dakar (SNDKR)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, you have low maintenance costs and it has live tracking. Shipping a container with sea freight such as ro-ro or semi-finished goods can be arranged by shipping companies such as TS Lines. They offer a lot of container-types. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a full container for yourself (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport specialists we share useful information with a view to international transport Dakar (SN DKR). We share inside-information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Fill out the form and we will prepare a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, sure and relatively cheap way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
Advantages compared to air freight: it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
Sea freight is great for worldwide relocations and the transportation of refrigerated cargo or consumer goods.
The Port of Dakar is one of the biggest ports of Senegal.
Commonly container types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Dakar (SNDKR) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your personal stuff is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will arrange the container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departing port Dakar (SN DKR), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the schedule below you can read different kind of info about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Dakar
Country of destination	Senegal
Port Code	SNDKR
Transit Time	+/- 12 days
Shipping costs	$$$
Port address	Port Autonome de Dakar21, Bd de la Libération – Post Box 3195 Dakar/Sénégal
Mail	pad@portdakar.sn
Website	sec.gouv.sn
Phone number	221338494545

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Dakar

Details of your shipping
Enter the departing port and the port of destination. Decide how you want to export: Full Container Load (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Loading the freight
To begin, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, it is a good idea to use pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
Customs documents and procedures
When you transport your cargo to Dakar (SNDKR), you should organize relevant export documents (for fast customs clearance): packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a required document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, describing the correct state of goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Determine the desired Incoterm
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Much chosen incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
Follow your cargo live
Use cargo tracking to check where your container is at this moment. You can see in realtime when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from Dakar (SNDKR) to Antwerp (BEANR): pick your container

Are you planning to ship a container from port of Dakar – (SN DKR) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Compare the options and book the right container for your cargo. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Examples of shipping lines serving the port are CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC, ZIM. Important towns around the port are Dakar, Pout, Thiès, Mbour, Tivaouane, Khombole, Thiadiaye, Diofior, Mékhé, Bambey, Fatick, Foundiougne, Diourbel, Kébémèr, Gandiaye, Sokone, Passi, Gossas, Kaolack, Kahone. In the text box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Our specialists also provide details about Paintings transport.

Details of a 20 ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (a.k.a. dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are relatively easy to ship, which means they are cheaper to ship. Very suitable for the transport of personal items or international movings. Good to know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.

The most commonly used box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
The size of a 20-foot container is: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.700 kg.

What you need to know about the 40 foot container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it very economical for transporting large loads by sea. Tip: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ choice. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Ideal if you have high cargo.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The format is almost always the same: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.900 kilogram.

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What is a Full Container (FCL)?

If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many advantages to it: Usually a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and and it is cheaper per unit. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and unloading can be a hassle. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Dakar (SNDKR) or Hamburg to Dakar (SNDKR).

FCL Means that means that you have the entire container space to yourself.
Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, CMA CGM, COSCO, Maersk.

When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?

If you don’t prefer a full container, a shared container can be used. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The concept of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are many benefits like: perfect for shipping small loads, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more options during peak shipping season. Pay attention: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is a better choice. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on the volume and weight of the packages.

The premise of LCL is that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 1,5 m3 and 15,5 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Yang Ming, Evergreen, HMM, POL.

Other container types for special loads

There exist a lot of box-types for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Besides this, there are also applications for oils, vegetables and fruit or other special goods. We explain everything below. You can also read more information about shipments to Taranaki (NZNPL), port of Maputo (MZMPM), Palembang (IDPLM) harbor and terminal Said (EGPSD).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.

Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Cargo types: what are you going to transport?

Importing goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Dakar (SNDKR) has a lot of pluses: low cost, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: break bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, neo bulk. Below you can read more information about it.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, petroleum, gasoline, hydrogen, kerosene, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and coils, sand, sugar, lumber.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
Retail & other: products like medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, clothes, electronic goods, toys + fashion, food, machines, drinks, shoes.

Everything about international transportation (FAQ)

How many days does it take to ship from Antwerp to Dakar?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Dakar takes about 12 days. The total distance is about 2750 nautical miles. That equates to 5093 km. When you ship a sea container, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull, weather and type of cargo.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to Dakar (SNDKR)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Dakar (Senegal) are slightly above average. The total cost depends on various components as cargo type, shipping time and currency. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.

What customs documents do i need?

When you are sending goods to Dakar, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit. For more substantive information and tips you can contact the customs of Senegal or check the official website for more info (sec.gouv.sn).

What are Incoterms and which ones should you know?

Incoterms describe the rights and obligations of both seller and buyer. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter pays for covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Free on Board (FOB) means the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).