Container shipping Antwerp to Gavle
Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Gavle (SEGVX)? Sea freight is very practical: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is great for bulk goods and you can track the cargo in real time. Exporting a container overseas with roll on/roll off or equipment can be arranged by shipping companies such as Transworld Group. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from and a wide range of container types. There is made a difference between Full Container Load (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via this website you will get actual information with a view to international transport Gavle (SE GVX). You can read up-to-date information about the different types and ways of sea freight. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Contact u directly and get a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, trouble-free and inexpensive way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- When we compare this to air freight, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is perfect for worldwide movings and the transit of roll on/roll off or factory parts.
- The Port of Gavle is an important hub in Sweden.
- Popular container types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Insulated, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Gavle (SEGVX) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your goods are packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder company sends the location details to you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Gavle (SE GVX), and will be shipped over the sea to the addressee at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below we provide you with details about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Gavle |
| Country of destination | Sweden |
| Port Code | SEGVX |
| Transit Time | +/- 1 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Office address | Fredriksskans Gavle 805 95 Sweden |
| gavle.hamn@gavle.se | |
| Website | www.gavle.se |
| Telephone number | 4626178843 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Gavle
- Shipment details
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival harbour. Decide if you will ship FCL (Full Container Load) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Find a container size that fits your goods (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Cargo preparations
To begin, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs document
When you transport your cargo to Gavle (SEGVX), please pay attention to the necessary required export documents (for correct national customs papers): packing declaration, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document released by a shipping agency or carrier 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
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for, for example, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Much chosen incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your freight is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Gavle (SEGVX) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Gavle – (SE GVX) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to pick the right container type. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include CMA CGM, MSC, OOCL. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Gävle, Sandviken, Söderhamn, Avesta, Falun, Bollnäs, Sala, Uppsala, Uppsala, Borlänge, Fagersta, Hudiksvall, Enköping, Bålsta, Västerås, Märsta, Ludvika, Norrtälje, Upplands-Väsby, Vallentuna. Below we put everything together and offer information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We are happy to provide you with more information about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.
Specifications of a 20 foot container
20 foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most common and available size. They are easy to transport, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items and removals. What you might not know: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- A very popular box for transporting cargo by sea.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.000 kg.
Advantages of a forty foot container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it an excellent choice for transporting large loads by sea. Finally, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- It has the following dimensions: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.700 kilogram.
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When is a FCL container a good choice?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are of course also drawbacks: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and insurance is more expensive. There are also other departure ports. See for example Rotterdam to Gavle (SEGVX) or Hamburg to Gavle (SEGVX).
- The idea of FCL is that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, ONE, MSC, COSCO, Maersk.
(LCL) Less than container
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, less inventory costs & management and more options during peak shipping season. Pay attention: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The shipping rates are based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- LCL Means that means that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 1,5 m3 & 14,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, POL, Evergreen.
Other container types for special loads
There are many different types of boxes available for international cargo shipping. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. But there are also specific options for oils or chemicals, wheat, barley and cocoa or high class goods. We explain everything below. You can also check more information about shipping to Nacala (MZMNC), port of Fuzhou (CNFOC), Amsterdam (NLAMS) harbor and terminal New York (USNYC).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Main types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Exporting load by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Gavle (SEGVX) is very popular because of low tariffs, best for Bulky Goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Popular types of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: liquid bulk, dry bulk, containerized, neo bulk, break bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
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- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, chemicals, petroleum, biofuels, hydrogen, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also salt, sand, rods, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: freight like electronic goods, toys, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, clothes or drinks, shoes, machines, furniture, food.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Gavle takes around 1 days. The total distance is approx. 525 nautical miles (nmi). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 972 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time is subject to condition of the hull, the sea conditions and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Gavle (Sweden) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by various components as cargo volume and weight, shipping time and incoterms. We invite you to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When you are exporting goods to Gavle, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents are required: Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Sweden or view the website of the port/government (www.gavle.se).
Incoterms define the responsibilities and obligations of the buyer and seller. Common sea freight incoterms are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the named port of destination. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).