Container shipping Antwerp to Koper
Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Koper (SIKOP)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, you have low maintenance costs and it is safe. Importing a container overseas with break bulk or machinery can be done via e.g. Evergreen Marine Corporation. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. An important point of attention is (FCL) Full Container Load and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our transport agents we provide up-to-date information for the purpose of international transport Koper (SI KOP). We offer useful information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Further on you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Send you shipping details and you will get a competitive quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, trustworthy and inexpensive way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and carrying container cargo or motorbikes.
- The Port of Koper is one of the biggest ports of Slovenia.
- Popular container types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Ventilated, Tank, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Koper (SIKOP) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your products are transferred in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the departure port Koper (SI KOP), and will be transported by sea to the customs at the POD (port of destination). They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the schedule below you will find important information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Koper |
| Country of destination | Slovenia |
| Port Code | SIKOP |
| Transport Time | +/- 14 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Port address | Vojkovo nabrezje 38 Koper 6501 Slovenia |
| PortKoper@luka-kp.si | |
| Website | www.luka-kp.si |
| Phone number | 38656656100 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Koper
- Details of your shipping
Enter the departure port and the arrival harbour. Specify your preference: a complete full container (FCL) or LCL (Less than Container Load). Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Packing the container
To begin, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To prevent damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When exporting goods to Koper (SIKOP), you need to share required export documents (to the national customs): packing declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are important to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The agreed Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Widely used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use cargo tracking to see where your container is right now. You can check the status when the ship is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Koper (SIKOP) to Antwerp (BEANR): choose container
You are going to ship a container from port of Koper – (SI KOP) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? The first step is to get a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are CMA CGM, Evergreen, MSC, ZIM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Koper, Izola, Jagodje, Ankaran, Lucija, Portoroz, Piran, Sezana, Ilirska Bistrica, Pivka, Rence, Ajdovscina, Vrtojba, Sempeter, Postojna, Kromberk, Nova Gorica, Solkan, Rakek, Cerknica. In the section below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular boxes. You can also click directly to information about Certificate of Origin.
Details of a 20ft container
20-foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most common and available size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal effects or international movings. What you might not know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.100 kilogram.
Advantages of a 40 FT container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ choice. They are 9’6 tall. Very suitable for high products.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.600 kg.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then it is usually better to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many pluses: quick transit time, less potential for damage and you pay lower price per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is expensive for small loads and unloading can be a hassle. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to Koper (SIKOP) and Hamburg to Koper (SIKOP).
- FCL means that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, COSCO.
Information about LCL containers
If a large full container is unnecessary, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. You benefit from many advantages: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Watch out: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of volume and weight.
- The meaning of LCL is: your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 4 m3 & 15,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, Yang Ming.
Other container types for special loads
The range of boxes is very diverse for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, flour, coffee or cocoa or fragile items. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also read more information about shipments to Haldia (INHAL), port of Toyohashi (JPTHS), Baltimore (IEBTM) harbor and terminal Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for bulk shipping and temporary storage of mixed products.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Kind of cargo: what are you going to transport?
Shipping goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Koper (SIKOP) is very popular because of attractive rates, best for Bulky Goods and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, break bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, diesel, chemicals, petroleum, hydrogen, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and sand, coils, plates, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: load like sports equipment, art and antiques, toys, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy & food, machines, fashion, furniture, drinks.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Koper takes around 14 days. The total distance is approximately 3250 nautical miles (nmi). This is equivalent to 6019 km. When you export something, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The precise shipping time depends on vessel speed, weather conditions and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Koper (Slovenia) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to a number of factors like cargo dimension, shipping time and pickup charges and Contact us for a price proposal and transit times.
When transporting goods to Koper, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of Slovenia or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.luka-kp.si).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. The most common terms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter pays for all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the required port. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller has the responsibility for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).