Container shipping Antwerp to Dammam

You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to King Abdul Aziz Port (SADMN)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is great for bulk goods and it has live tracking. Transporting containers with freight like roll on/roll off or furniture is very easy with e.g. Pacific International Lines. They can get you all kind of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) full containers and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport specialists we offer actual information for international transport Dammam (SA DMN). You can read inside-information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Send you shipping details and we get you a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, safe and inexpensive way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
Advantages compared to air freight: you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
Sea freight is suitable for worldwide removals and the transit of ro-ro or personal effects.
The Port of Dammam offers excellent transit options in Saudi Arabia.
The most commonly used containers are: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to King Abdul Aziz Port (SADMN) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your cargo is transferred in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Dammam (SA DMN), and will be shipped by sea to the terminal at the destination harbor. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the list below we offer useful information about the port of arrival.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Dammam
Country of destination	Saudi Arabia
Port Code	SADMN
Transportation time	+/- 30 days
Shipping costs	$$
Port address	P.O. Box 28062, Dammam 31188, Saudi Arabia
Mail	saudi-arabia@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.ports.gov.sa/
Phone	966-3-8583199

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Dammam

Details of your shipment
Enter the port of departure and the arrival port. Decide how you want to export: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Pack you load
As a starting point, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To prevent accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you want to send cargo to King Abdul Aziz Port (SADMN), please pay attention to the necessary several export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for, for example, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Track Sea Cargo
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your shipment is right now. You can see 24/7 when the ship is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from King Abdul Aziz Port (SADMN) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a suitable container

You need to ship a container from port of Dammam – (SA DMN) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to ask an appropriate container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. Also click further for information about Documents.

Information and benefits of 20 FT container

20-foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal items and movings. Keep in mind: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.

This box is widely used for sending goods overseas.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.400 kilogram.

Advantages of a 40ft container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ deal. You’ve got just a little extra height. Stuff can be stacked high.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The format is universal: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.400 kg.

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When is a FCL container a good choice?

If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t have to share space with others. The benefits are great: optimal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it is cheaper per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and there is only limited availability. Another departure port? Also check Rotterdam to King Abdul Aziz Port (SADMN) or Hamburg to King Abdul Aziz Port (SADMN).

FCL Means that means that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
Available at: e.g. MSC, ONE, COSCO, Maersk, CMA CGM.

(LCL) Less than container

With a small freight, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The goal of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and lower sourcing risk. Important: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.

The concept of LCL is that you reserve space in a partial container.
For low-volume shipments of between 4 m3 and 13 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, HMM, Wan Hai, Evergreen, ZIM.

Information about other types of containers

You can choose from many types of boxes for international cargo shipping. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. But there are also specific options for oils, grain, flour, or other special goods. You can read more about it below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Shimizu (JPSMZ), port of Paradip Garh (INPRT), Nueva Palmira (UYNVP) harbor and terminal Riga (LVRIX).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
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: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
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.

Main types of ocean cargo: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Importing stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Dammam (SADMN) is very popular because of it is economical, best for Bulky Goods and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: neo bulk, break bulk, containerized, dry bulk, liquid bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, diesel, kerosene, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and lumber, cement, salt, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: goods like toys, sports equipment, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods + fashion, furniture, machines, food, shoes.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

What is the sea shipping time for goods from Antwerp to Dammam?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Dammam takes on average 30 days. The total distance is approx. 7150 nautical miles. That is about 13242 km. When you ship a sea container, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time depends on the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and type and weight of cargo.

What are the average costs of shipping container to King Abdul Aziz Port (SADMN)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Dammam (Saudi Arabia) are average. The total costs are determined by various components as cargo weight, shipping time and conditions. Message us for current rates and transit times.

Which customs documents do you need?

When transporting goods to Dammam, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are important: Packing List, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin. For more detailed information please contact the customs of Saudi Arabia or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.ports.gov.sa/).

What incoterm is best for my business?

Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. The most commonly used Incoterms are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter covers delivering the goods to the required port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the supplier to pay for the delivery of the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).