Container shipping Antwerp to Kotka
You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Kotka (FIKTK)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is flexible and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting containers with freight like breakbulk or personal goods can be arranged by shipping companies such as X-Press Feeders. You can choose from all kind of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport specialists you will find actual information regarding international transport Kotka (FI KTK). You can read comprehensive information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You will also find a step-by-step export plan. Fill out the form and you will get a competitive quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, secure and relatively cheap way to transport large and heavy loads.
- When we compare it to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is great for international relocations and shipping fruit or personal effects.
- The Port of Kotka offers excellent transit options in Finland.
- Popular container types are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Kotka (FIKTK) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your material is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Kotka (FI KTK), and will be transported by sea to the terminal at the POD (port of destination). You can choose for: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section 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 Kotka |
| Country of destination | Finland |
| Port Code | FIKTK |
| Transport Time | +/- 5 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Office address | Laivurinkatu 7, Kotka FIN-48100, Finland |
| E-mail address | office@portofkotka.fi |
| Website | www.portofkotka.fi/ |
| Phone number | 35852344280 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Kotka
- Details of your shipping
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD (port of destination). Also indicate whether you prefer (FCL) full containers or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also select the desired size (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Loading the freight
Obviously, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, it is a good idea to use pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Customs document
When you transport cargo to Kotka (FIKTK), you need to share relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): bill of lading, packing declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The agreed Incoterm determines how much responsibility you have for transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your load is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the shipping is registered at the POO (port of load), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Kotka (FIKTK) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Kotka – (FI KTK) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is crucial to pick the right container type. Based on your load you choose a size (twenty foot, forty foot) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Several major international shipping lines operate here. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the paragraph below you will find useful information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You can also click through to our page about Shipping rates.
Explanation of the 20 FT container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are relatively easy to ship, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal stuff or international movings. Some extra info: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- This box is a very suitable choice for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.900 kilogram.
Information and benefits of forty foot container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large sea freight. Also, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ variant. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Very suitable for high products.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.600 kilogram.
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Full Container (FCL)
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The benefits are great: faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and the rates are more favorable. Important to mention: it is not suitable for small cargo and insurance is extra important. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Kotka (FIKTK) or Hamburg to Kotka (FIKTK).
- The concept of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk.
LCL: Less than container
If you do not need a full container, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The premise of LCL is that you share space with others. The advantages of this option include: you can save money on smaller shipments, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Notable: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 2,5 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, HMM, ZIM, Evergreen.
Other special types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Besides this, there are also applications for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or fragile items. We explain everything below. You can also read more information about shipments to Chiba (JPCHB), port of Umm Qasr (IQUQS), Tanjung Sekong (IDTSE) harbor and terminal Mongla (BDMGL).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk 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: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.
Main types of ocean freight: what are you going to transport?
Shipping goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Kotka (FIKTK) has many benefits: low rates, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and eco-friendly. Much seen ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: containerized, break bulk, neo bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, chemicals, diesel, kerosene, gasoline, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sugar, coils, plates, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: load like electronic goods, art and antiques, clothes, toys, sports equipment + machines, drinks, food, shoes, furniture.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Kotka takes approx 5 days. The distance to be covered is about 1250 nautical miles. Converted that is 2315 km. If you ship something by sea, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time is subject to displacement of the vessel, weather conditions and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Kotka (Finland) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various factors such as type of container, shipping time and conditions. Do not hesitate to contact us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When shipping goods to Kotka, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Insurance Certificate. For additional information, you can contact the customs of Finland or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.portofkotka.fi/).
Incoterms define the responsibilities and obligations of the buyer and seller. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller pays for transportation and insurance to the port of origin. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller has the responsibility for the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).