Container shipping Antwerp to Manila
You want to ship a container from Antwerp to Manila (PHMNL)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is flexible and it is eco-friendly. Ship a container overseas with container cargo or cars and other vehicles can be arranged by shipping companies such as Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines. Shipping lines offer different types of containers. An important point of attention is full containers (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via this website we provide you with dedicated information regarding international transport Manila (PH MNL). We provide inside-information about the various sea container types. On this website you can read a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Send you shipping details and we will send a quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, sure and relatively cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- Advantages compared to air freight: there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is excellent for worldwide movings and shipping refrigerated cargo or machinery.
- The Port of Manila is a much-chosen harbor in Philippines.
- The most commonly used containers are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Insulated, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Manila (PHMNL) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your material is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder (intermediary) sends the location details to you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Manila (PH MNL), and will be shipped over the ocean to the importer at the arrival port. 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 port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Manila |
| Country of destination | Philippines |
| Port Code | PHMNL |
| Transit Time | +/- 45 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Port address | PNR Building, South Harbor, Manila, Philippines |
| ppa_manila@ppa.com.ph | |
| Website | www.ppa.com.ph/ |
| Phone number | 527-44-14 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Manila
- Details of your shipping
Enter the departing port and the arrival port. Determine your container terms: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Freight preparations
Primarily, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Common Export Documents
When exporting cargo to Manila (PHMNL), you will have to provide required export documents (for correct national customs papers): certificates of origin, packing declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract that is provided to the shipper describing the correct state of goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm defines who will pay for things like transit, insurance and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use sea freight tracking to check where your container is right now. You can check the status when the load is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Manila (PHMNL) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a suitable container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Manila – (PH MNL) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is necessary to get a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the following summary you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular boxes. Also click further for information about Inspection Certificate.
Specifications of a 20 ft container
Twenty Foot Containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are easy to transport, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects or international movings. What you might not know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- This box offers a solution for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.400 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40 FT container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. It is especially intended for shipping large quantities of goods. Finally, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ deal. They are 9’6 tall. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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Details about Full Container (FCL)
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then you can book your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. There are many pluses: Usually a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and it’s more cost-effective. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and you have higher inventory costs. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Manila (PHMNL) and Hamburg to Manila (PHMNL).
- FCL Means that means that the container only holds your cargo.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, MSC, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE.
LCL: Less than container
If a large full container is unnecessary, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The idea of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are many benefits like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it is more flexible during peak-times. Watch out: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of the shipment is determined by the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- The idea of LCL is that you reserve space in a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 2 m3 & 13,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, HMM, POL, ZIM, Evergreen.
Alternative container types
You can choose from many types of boxes for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most common type is the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for liquid bulk, flour, coffee or cocoa or high class goods. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also look further at transport options in Gioia Tauro (ITGIT), port of Mobile (USMOB), Rashid (AEDXB) harbor and terminal Masan (KRMAS).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.
Important types of ocean cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Manila (PHMNL) is very popular because of low tariffs, very safe and secure and minimal restrictions. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: roll on/roll off, neo bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, dry bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, kerosene, gasoline, diesel, biofuels, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and rods, sugar, plates, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: freight like toys, clothes, electronic goods, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy & furniture, shoes, food, fashion, drinks.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Manila takes approximately 45 days. The total distance is approximately 10500 nautical miles (M). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 19446 kilometers. When you export something, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time is subject to vessel speed, weather conditions and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Manila (Philippines) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by various ingredients such as cargo dimension, shipping route and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Fill in the request form for a quote for your transport.
When shipping goods to Manila, then the customs clearance will also pass. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, you can contact the customs of Philippines or take a look at the website (www.ppa.com.ph/).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the selling party is fully liable for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).