Container shipping Antwerp to Guayaquil
You want to ship a container from Antwerp to Guayaquil (ECGYE)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is efficient and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Importing a container overseas with gas-based fuels or furniture can be done via e.g. Sea Lead Shipping. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from many different types of shipping containers. You have to choose between (FCL) Full Container Load and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport agents you will find dedicated information regarding international transport Guayaquil (EC GYE). You will find comprehensive information about the different types of sea containers. Besides this we share a step-by-step import plan. Send you shipping details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, trouble-free and inexpensive way to export or import international containers.
- When we compare this to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for international removals and exporting breakbulk or cars.
- The Port of Guayaquil is a popular port in Ecuador.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Insulated, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Guayaquil (ECGYE) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your material is put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will reserve a container for you. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Guayaquil (EC GYE), and will be transported by sea to the consignee at the port of destination. You can choose for: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below we offer useful information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Guayaquil |
| Country of destination | Ecuador |
| Port Code | ECGYE |
| Transport Time | +/- 31 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Local address | Guayaquil Ecuador |
| eduardosanchez@puertodeguayaquil.com | |
| Website | www.puertodeguayaquil.com |
| Phone | 59342480120 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Guayaquil
- Shipment details
Enter the origin of shipment and the POD (port of destination). Also indicate whether you choose Full Container Load (FCL) or LCL (Less than Container Load). Also select container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Prepare your package
Primarily, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Common Export Documents
If you ship goods to Guayaquil (ECGYE), you need to share several export documents (for fast customs clearance): certificates of origin, bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a legal document signed by the carrier confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant for traders to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track your cargo
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your load is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the load is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Guayaquil (ECGYE) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container type
You want to ship a container from port of Guayaquil – (EC GYE) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Compare the options and rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and methods (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Some main shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hamburg Sud, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, MOL, MSC, NYK. Important towns around the port are Guayaquil, Santa Lucía, Yaguachi, El Triunfo, Samborondón, Palestina, Daule, Milagro, Naranjito, Lomas de Sargentillo, Coronel Maridueña, Naranjal, Balao, Alfredo Baquerizo Moreno, Pedro Carbo, La Troncal, Babahoyo, Playas, Colimes, Montalvo. In the next section we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular boxes. Also click further for information about Piano transport.
Explanation of the 20 FT container
Twenty Foot Containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal stuff and international movings. Keep in mind: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for sending goods overseas.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40ft container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ box. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Very suitable for high products.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- It has the following dimensions: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.200 kg.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and it’s more cost-effective. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and insurance is extra important. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Rotterdam to Guayaquil (ECGYE) or Hamburg to Guayaquil (ECGYE).
- FCL means that the container only holds your cargo.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, COSCO, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC.
Information about Less than container (LCL)
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The meaning of LCL is: you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many benefits like: you can save money on smaller shipments, storage and insurance is advantageous and lower sourcing risk. Worth mentioning: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of LCL is based on the volume and weight of the packages.
- LCL means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 2 m3 – 16 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, Evergreen, HMM, ZIM.
Alternative container types
The range of boxes is very diverse for freight forwarding. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, vegetables and fruit or fragile items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. Also check other destinations such as Helsingborg (SEHEL), port of Akita (JPAXT), Berbera (SOBBO) harbor and terminal Akita (JPAXT).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: ventilation is provided by openings in the top and bottom side rails.
Main types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Transporting load by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Guayaquil (ECGYE) is very popular because of it is very efficient, high sea vessel load capacity and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The main categories of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: containerized, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, hydrogen, diesel, gasoline, kerosene, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like coils, salt, lumber, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: freight like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, art and antiques, toys & machines, drinks, furniture, shoes, food.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Guayaquil takes about 31 days. The total distance is approximately 7450 nautical miles (M). This is equivalent to 13797 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull, wind force and direction and type of shipment.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Guayaquil (Ecuador) are relatively expensive. The final invoice amount is determined by various components as the size of the container, season and freight forwarder handling fees. Contact us for a customised quote and extra info.
When sending goods to Guayaquil, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are required: Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin. For additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Ecuador or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.puertodeguayaquil.com).
Incoterms describe who bears the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with a transaction. For sea transportation, we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).