Container shipping Antwerp to Eastport
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Antwerp to Eastport (USEPM)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s convenient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting containers with freight like ro-ro or vehicles can be outsourced to e.g. Matson. You can book a lot of container-types. Transporters make a distinction between a full container for yourself (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we share dedicated information for the purpose of international transport Eastport (US EPM). We provide up-to-date information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You can make use of our step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Mail us with your needs and we will send a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trustworthy and relatively cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- When you compare it with air shipments, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide movings and exporting breakbulk or consumer goods.
- The Port of Eastport is a frequently chosen port in United States.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Insulated, Hard-Top, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Eastport (USEPM) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your products are packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departing port Eastport (US EPM), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the POD (port of destination). You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the next section you can read different kind of info about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Eastport |
| Country of destination | United States |
| Port Code | USEPM |
| Transportation time | +/- 27 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Port address | 3 Madison Street, PO Box 278, Eastport, ME 04631-0278, United States |
| director@portofeastport.org | |
| Website | www.portofeastport.org/ |
| Telephone number | 207-853-4614 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Eastport
- Enter freight details
Enter the departure port and the destination harbor. Also indicate whether you choose FCL (Full Container Load) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Cargo preparations
Primarily, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To prevent accidents, we advise you to use pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Customs documents and procedures
When you import goods from Eastport (USEPM), you need to share special export documents (for correct national customs papers): export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, certificates of origin, packing list, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm states who is responsible for e.g shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use container track and trace to check where your freight is right now. You can check the status when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Eastport (USEPM) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container type
You are going to ship a container from port of Eastport – (US EPM) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is crucial to book the right container for your cargo. There are different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the box below you can read all important information about the most popular container types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Documentary Credit.
Explanation of the twenty foot container
20 foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, that means they are quite cheap. Very suitable for the transport of household goods and international removals. Keep in mind: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- The most commonly used box for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.100 kg.
Important specifications of the 40 ft container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ deal. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Very suitable for high products.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The format is almost always the same: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.900 kg.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then a full container is often worth it. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. The advantages are great: efficient transit time, damage is lessened and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for small cargo and unloading can be a hassle. There are also other departure ports. See for example Rotterdam to Eastport (USEPM) and Hamburg to Eastport (USEPM).
- The premise of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC.
When is a LCL container a good choice?
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, a shared container can be used. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. With LCL transport, you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. You benefit from many advantages: perfect for shipping small loads, storage and insurance is advantageous and it is faster during peak-season. Pay attention: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- What we mean by LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 1,5 m3 & 13 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai, POL, ZIM.
Other container types for special loads
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are innovative and special constructions for liquid bulk, flour, coffee or cocoa or very exclusive stuff. You can read more about it below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Bahia Blanca (ARBHI), port of Yokkaichi (JPYKK), Montevideo (UYMVD) harbor and terminal Guayaquil (ECGYE).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Cargo types: what are you going to transport?
Transporting stuff by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Eastport (USEPM) has a lot of pluses: low prices, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, containerized, liquid bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, kerosene, hydrogen, gasoline, petroleum, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and rods, salt, sugar, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: load like clothes, electronic goods, art and antiques, toys, medical/pharmacy & machines, drinks, shoes, furniture, food.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Eastport takes approximately 27 days. The total distance is approx. 6550 nautical miles (M). Converted that is 12131 km. When you have booked a sea freight you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: draft and speed, wind force and wind direction and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Eastport (United States) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by various parts such as cargo weight, shipping time and currency. Please contact us for a price proposal and transit times.
When sending goods to Eastport, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of United States or view the website of the port/government (www.portofeastport.org/).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller bears responsibility for the carriage of the goods up to the required port. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller has the responsibility for the freight until all cargo is on 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), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).