Container shipping Antwerp to Naoshima
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Antwerp to Naoshima (JPNAS)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is great for bulk goods and it has live tracking. Transporting a container by sea with break bulk or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like Sinotrans. You can book all kind of containers. A big difference is being made between (FCL) full containers and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we provide you with up-to-date information about international transport Naoshima (JP NAS). We offer comprehensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. You can make use of our export plan in 5 steps. Fill out the form and receive a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, safe and inexpensive way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide removals and transporting gas-based fuels or factory parts.
- The Port of Naoshima is a popular port in Japan.
- Containers that are often transported are: twenty footers, forty footers and Dry Van, Insulated, Flat Rack, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Naoshima (JPNAS) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your goods are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will book a container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departing port Naoshima (JP NAS), and will be shipped overseas to the recipient at the port of destination. They can get you services like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the list below we offer useful information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Naoshima |
| Country of destination | Japan |
| Port Code | JPNAS |
| Transport Time | +/- 55 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Port address | Port and Harbour Dept, 1-10 Bancho, 4-chome, Takamatsu City, Kagawa 760-0033, Japan |
| japan@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.japan.go.jp |
| Telephone number | 81878311111 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Naoshima
- Cargo details
Enter the departing port and the arrival port. Choose if you want to ship a full container for yourself (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. You can choose from a small or large container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Freight preparations
As a starting point, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Common Export Documents
In the situations that you export cargo to Naoshima (JPNAS), you will have to provide various export documents (for correct national customs papers): packing list, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract that is provided to the shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The agreed Incoterm determines who is the risk-bearing party for transit, insurance and customs clearance. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use sea freight tracking to see where your shipping is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Naoshima (JPNAS) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container type
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Naoshima – (JP NAS) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to find the right container type. They come in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the box below you will find extensive information and advice about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We also offer more information about Documents.
Specifications of a 20 ft container
20 FT containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are very efficient, which results in lower shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and movings. Keep in mind: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box offers a solution for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.900 kg.
Explanation of the 40 ft container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Finally, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ edition. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.300 kilogram.
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What is the meaning of FCL container?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, it is best to book a full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many advantages to it: faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and you pay lower price per unit. Of course there are also downsides: it is expensive for small loads and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Naoshima (JPNAS) and Hamburg to Naoshima (JPNAS).
- FCL means that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Maersk, COSCO, CMA CGM, ONE.
Information about LCL containers
With a small freight, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The premise of LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, the handling and insurance costs are limited and lower sourcing risk. Important: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The cost of LCL is based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- With LCL transport, your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3 m3 & 14 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, ZIM, Wan Hai, HMM.
Other special types of containers
The range of boxes is very varied for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Special boxes are also being used for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or unique high value cargo. You can read all about it in the section below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Rauma (FIRAU), port of Burgas (BGBOJ), Valencia (ESVLC) harbor and terminal Riyadh (SARUH).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Kind of load: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Shipping goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Naoshima (JPNAS) has lots of advantages: low maintenance cost, it is great for transporting bulky goods and eco-friendly. Popular types of ocean cargo transported by sea include: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, containerized, break bulk, dry bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, chemicals, biofuels, petroleum, diesel, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and cement, coils, salt, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: freight like art and antiques, toys, clothes, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy and drinks, furniture, fashion, shoes, food.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Naoshima takes on average 55 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 13000 nautical miles (M). That is about 24076 kilometers. When you export something, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The precise shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, weather and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Naoshima (Japan) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to various parts such as the size of the container, shipping route and local handling fees. Do not hesitate to contact us for a quote for your transport.
When sending goods to Naoshima, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are required: Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For additional information, please contact the customs of Japan or take a look at the website (www.japan.go.jp).
Incoterms are a set of standardized terms of delivery terms used international trade. Common sea freight incoterms are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party is responsible for the costs of transporting the cargo to the agreed port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller takes care of the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).