Container shipping Antwerp to Gijon
You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Gijon (ESGIJ)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is efficient and it is safe. Transporting containers with freight like food or equipment can be arranged by shipping companies such as Sinotrans. They can get you a lot of container-types. Shipping lines offer the choice between (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport specialists you will find practical information with a view to international transport Gijon (ES GIJ). We provide you with extensive information about the various sea container types. 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 gladly send you a tailor-made offer with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, trouble-free and cost-effective way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Advantages compared to air freight: there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight provides services for worldwide relocations and shipping gas-based fuels or cars.
- The Port of Gijon is an important logistics artery in Spain.
- The range of containers includes: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Hard-Top, Insulated, Flat Rack, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Gijon (ESGIJ) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your material is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will arrange the container. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Gijon (ES GIJ), and will be shipped over the sea to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph you will find important information about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Gijon |
| Country of destination | Spain |
| Port Code | ESGIJ |
| Transportation time | +/- 6 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Office address | Claudio Alvargonzalez 32, Gijon 33201, Spain |
| informacion@puertogijon.es | |
| Website | www.puertogijon.es |
| Phone number | 34985179600 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Gijon
- Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or partial shipments (LCL). Also select the desired size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Pack you load
As a starting point, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Export documents
In the situations that you export cargo to Gijon (ESGIJ), please pay attention to the necessary up-to-date export documents (for the national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing list, certificates of origin, packing declaration, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document issued by the carrier or agent describing the correct state of goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, transport, insurance and duty related matters. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to check where your cargo is at this moment. You can see exactly when the shipping is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Gijon (ESGIJ) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a suitable container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Gijon – (ES GIJ) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to find the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20-ft, 40-ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the following summary you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular container types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Insulated Containers.
Specifications of a twenty foot container
20-foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. It’s a very common and efficient size, which results in lower shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal stuff and removals. Nice to know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box offers a solution for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.100 kilogram.
What you need to know about the 40 FT container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it a popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Also, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ box. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Stuff can be stacked high.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- It has the following dimensions: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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(FCL) Full Container
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: efficient transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and the rates are more favorable. Important to mention: it is not suitable for small cargo and you have higher inventory costs. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Gijon (ESGIJ) or Hamburg to Gijon (ESGIJ).
- The meaning of FCL is: the container only holds your cargo.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, COSCO, ONE.
(LCL) Less than container
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). 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: you pay only for the volume you need, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Worth mentioning: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is a better choice. The total shipping costs are related to the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- LCL Means that means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 2 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. POL, ZIM, HMM, Yang Ming, Evergreen.
Other special types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for international cargo shipping. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. But there are also specific options for oils or chemicals, wheat, barley and cocoa or unique high value cargo. We explain everything below. You can also check more information about shipping to Bintulu (MYBTU), port of Ljubljana (SILJU), Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) harbor and terminal Beira (MZBEW).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: e.g. for Machinery require space for their tops to stick out.
- Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Kind of freight: what are you going to transport?
Exporting stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Gijon (ESGIJ) is very popular because of attractive tariffs, very safe and secure and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: break bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk, dry bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, diesel, petroleum, hydrogen, biofuels, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, sugar, lumber, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
- Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
- Retail & other: items like sports equipment, clothes, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, toys & machines, drinks, food, fashion, shoes.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Gijon lasts about 6 days. The total distance is about 1650 nautical miles (nmi). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 3056 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight you get 2 types of 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 actual shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, sea weather condition and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Gijon (Spain) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by important aspects like container size, shipping time and incoterms. Please contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When you are sending goods to Gijon, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are important: Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses. For more substantive information and tips you can contact the customs of Spain or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.puertogijon.es).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. Popular terms for waterway transportation are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the named port of destination. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the supplier to pay for the delivery of the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).