Container shipping Antwerp to Manzanillo
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Manzanillo (CUMZO)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is economical much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a sea container with container cargo or factory parts can be done via e.g. Arkas Container Transport. They offer all kind of containers. Transporters make a distinction between (FCL) Full Container Load and a shared container (LCL). Via our experts you will find dedicated information regarding international transport Manzanillo (CU MZO). We get you inside-information about the various sea container types. For this we offer a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Contact u directly and we will send a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trustworthy and relatively cheap way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is great for international relocations and the transportation of container cargo or personal goods.
- The Port of Manzanillo is one of the most important ports in Cuba.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Manzanillo (CUMZO) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your personal stuff is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will book a container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure Manzanillo (CU MZO), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the arrival port. You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. 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 Manzanillo |
| Country of destination | Cuba |
| Port Code | CUMZO |
| Transportation time | +/- 24 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Office address | 8VWJ 9GJ, Manzanillo, Cuba |
| cuba@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.minrex.gob.cu |
| Phone number | – not available – |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Manzanillo
- Freight Details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the destination harbor. Determine your container terms: a full container for yourself (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. You can also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Prepare your package
Firstly, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Common Export Documents
When you transport goods to Manzanillo (CUMZO), you will have to provide required export documents (to the national customs): commercial invoice, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing list, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document signed by the carrier describing the correct state of goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm states who is responsible for e.g insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Follow your cargo live
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your shipment is at this moment. You will get a notification when the shipping is departed from POL (Port of loading), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Manzanillo (CUMZO) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a suitable container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Manzanillo – (CU MZO) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You can also click through to our page about International Movings.
Explanation about a 20 ft container
20. ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, that means they are quite cheap. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and international removals. Nice to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- The most commonly used box for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.900 kg.
Information and benefits of 40 FT container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large sea freight. Moreover, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ edition. They are 9’6 tall. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.700 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
When you need a lot of container space, than you can reserve your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. This has multiple advantages: optimal transit time, damage is lessened and you pay lower price per unit. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and the financial risk is much greater. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Manzanillo (CUMZO) and Hamburg to Manzanillo (CUMZO).
- The idea of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, ONE.
What does LCL container mean in shipping?
If you do not need a full container, a shared container can be used. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The concept of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You benefit from many advantages: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you spend less on inventory space and more options during peak shipping season. Remark: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is a better choice. The shipping rates are based on volume and weight.
- LCL Means that means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 4 m3 and 14,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM.
What other types of containers are there
The range of boxes is very varied for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oils, meat, fish and frozen foods or other special goods. We explain everything below. You can also check more information about shipping to El Dekheila (EGEDK), port of Oita (JPOIT), Vladivostok (RUVVO) harbor and terminal Cristobal (PACTB).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.
- Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of 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: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Main types of ocean cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Importing stuff by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Manzanillo (CUMZO) is very popular because of attractive prices, high sea vessel load capacity and very flexible. The most important ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, neo bulk, containerized, break bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, gasoline, hydrogen, biofuels, petroleum, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also lumber, cement, sugar, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: load like clothes, toys, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, sports equipment and food, drinks, fashion, shoes, machines.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Manzanillo takes on average 24 days. The total distance is approximately 5750 nautical miles. That is about 10649 km. When you send something by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: draft and speed, wind force and wind direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Manzanillo (Cuba) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by important aspects like type of goods transported, shipping time and local handling fees. Request a quote without obligation for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When transporting goods to Manzanillo, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Cuba or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.minrex.gob.cu).
Incoterms describe the rights and obligations of both seller and buyer. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter covers delivering the goods to the named port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).