Container shipping Antwerp to Huelva
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Antwerp to Huelva (ESHUV)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is flexible and you can track the cargo in real time. Exporting a container overseas with break bulk or vehicles is easy with shippinglines like COSCO. You can choose from all kind of containers. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport agents we share accurate information regarding international transport Huelva (ES HUV). You can read comprehensive information about the various sea container types. Besides this we share a export plan in 5 steps. Contact u directly and we will prepare a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, staunch and relatively cheap way to export or import international containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is perfect for international movings and importing refrigerated cargo or equipment.
- The Port of Huelva is a frequently chosen port in Spain.
- Frequently used containers types are: 20 footers, 40 footers and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Huelva (ESHUV) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your material is loaded into the container. The middleman (freight forwarder) will book a container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Huelva (ES HUV), and will be shipped over the sea to the addressee at the destination harbor. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the schedule below we provide you with details about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Huelva |
| Country of destination | Spain |
| Port Code | ESHUV |
| Transport Time | +/- 6 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | Av. Francisco Montenegro, S/N, 21001 Huelva, Spanje |
| E-mail address | info@KPA.gov.kw |
| Website | e.gov.kw |
| Telephone number | 965-4812622 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Huelva
- Information about your freight
Enter the origin of shipment and the destination harbor. Also indicate whether you prefer (FCL) full containers or LCL (Less than Container Load). You can choose from a small or large container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Pack you load
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To avoid damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Export documents
In the situations that you export goods to Huelva (ESHUV), you will have to provide several export documents (for correct national customs papers): commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document issued by the carrier or agent confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that everything is ready to ship.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are important to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm shows who is the risk-bearing party for transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track your shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your shipment is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Huelva (ESHUV) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Huelva – (ES HUV) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? The first step is to pick the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to Huelva, Moguer, Punta Umbría, Gibraleón, Cartaya, Lepe, La Palma del Condado, Almonte, Valverde del Camino, Ayamonte, Pilas, Sanlúcar la Mayor, Chipiona, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, La Puebla del Río, Mairena del Aljarafe, Coria del Río, Castilleja de la Cuesta, Tomares, San Juan de Aznalfarache. In the text box below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular products. We also offer more information about Open-Top Container.
Explanation of the twenty foot container
20 ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to load, access, and handle, so the transport costs are quite low. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal stuff or international movings. Pro tip: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is often used for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.500 kg.
Important specifications of the forty foot container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. It is especially intended for shipping large cargo by sea. Moreover, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ box. They are 9’6 tall. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.800 kg.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then a full container is often worth it. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. It is a popular transport method: optimal transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and you pay lower price per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and insurance is extra important. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Huelva (ESHUV) and Hamburg to Huelva (ESHUV).
- The idea of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, COSCO, ONE.
Information about LCL containers
If you do not need a full container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that you share the container with other importers. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you can send some good in a cheap way, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Watch out: 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 volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- With LCL transport, you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- The best choice for a charge between 3 m3 & 13 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, POL, Evergreen, HMM, Yang Ming.
Other types of containers and customization
The range of boxes is very diverse for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Besides this, there are also applications for oils or chemicals, wheat, barley and cocoa or fragile items. We give a short explanation below. Be sure to check out the transport options to AL Khoms (LYKHO), port of Niigata (JPKIJ), Brisbane (AUBNE) harbor and terminal Panjang (IDPNJ).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for the food and beverage industries.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Kind of load: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Importing cargo by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Huelva (ESHUV) has a lot of pluses: low prices, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk, containerized. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, chemicals, hydrogen, gasoline, petroleum, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also cement, lumber, coils, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
- Retail & other: cargo like toys, electronic goods, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques or food, furniture, shoes, fashion, machines.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Huelva takes around 6 days. The distance to be covered is about 1650 nautical miles (nmi). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 3056 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. Shipping time is subject to vessel speed, sea weather condition and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Huelva (Spain) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to various factors such as type of container, shipping time and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Fill in the request form for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When sending goods to Huelva, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading. For more detailed information please contact the customs of Spain or view the website of the port/government (e.gov.kw).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of each the exporter along with the importer of products. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the carriage of the goods up to the required port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller must arrange everything regarding the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).