Container shipping Antwerp to Napier

You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Napier (NZNPE)? Sea freight has many advantages: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it’s convenient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting containers with freight like refrigerated cargo or machinery can be facilitated by shippinglines like Sinotrans. They offer and a wide range of container types. Transporters make a distinction between (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we provide helpful information for international transport Napier (NZ NPE). You can read practical information about the various sea container types. You can make use of our step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we will send a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.

Ocean shipping is a fast, safe and relatively cheap way to ship high volume products.
When we compare it to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
Sea freight is suitable for international movings and shipping ro-ro or factory parts.
The Port of Napier is a popular port in New Zealand.
Commonly container types are: 20 footers, 40 footers and Hard-Top, Insulated, Flat Rack, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Napier (NZNPE) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your material is wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will book a container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of Napier (NZ NPE), and will be shipped by sea to the terminal at the POD (port of destination). They offer solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you can read different kind of info about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Napier
Country of destination	New Zealand
Port Code	NZNPE
Transit Time	+/- 61 days
Shipping prices	$$
Port address	PO Box 947 Breakwater Road Napier New Zealand
E-mail address	info@portofnapier.co.nz
Website	www.portofnapier.co.nz
Telephone number	6469744400

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Napier

Details of your shipment
Enter the departing port and the POD (port of destination). Choose how you want to transport: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Prepare your package
To start with, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To limit damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Documents Required for Exporting
In the situations that you export cargo to Napier (NZNPE), you need to share up-to-date export documents (for correct national customs papers): export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing declaration, packing list, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a required document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm determines who assumes the risk of, for example, insurance, transport and all documents. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Track your shipment
Use cargo tracking to see where your freight is at this moment. You can see exactly when the cargo is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Napier (NZNPE) to Antwerp (BEANR): choose container

You want to ship a container from port of Napier – (NZ NPE) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and multiple transport options (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include CMA CGM, Hamburg Sud, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL. The port offers an excellent connection to Napier, Hastings, Otane, Wairoa, Frasertown, Tuai, Takapau, Nuhaka, Turangi, Waiouru, Murupara, Taupo, Manutuke, Reporoa, Hunterville, Patutahi, Gisborne, Te Karaka, Halcombe, Waimana. In the next section you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular boxes. You may also like: Container Climate.

What you need to know about the 20 foot container

20 FT containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects and international removals. Nice to know: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is often used for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.800 kg.

Explanation of the 40 FT container

A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. He can hold much more cargo. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large quantities of goods. In conclusion, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ choice. You have more height at your disposal. Very suitable for high products.

Used for dry freight of all kinds.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.800 kg.

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Information about FCL containers

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. All cargo space is used exclusively for you. There are many pluses: optimal transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and there is only limited availability. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Napier (NZNPE) or Hamburg to Napier (NZNPE).

The premise of FCL is that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO, Maersk, ONE.

What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The premise of LCL is that you share the container with other importers. There are multiple advantages: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is more flexible during peak-times. Important: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The shipping rates are based on the dimensions and weight of the cargo.

With LCL transport, your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
The best choice for a charge between 1,5 m3 – 15 m3.
Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, Evergreen, POL, ZIM.

Other special types of containers

There are many different types of boxes available for shipping your items. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Special boxes are also being used for oils, flowers, fruit or unique high value cargo. We’ve explained it all below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Tawau (MYTWU), port of Huangpu (CNHUA), Liverpool (CALIV) harbor and terminal Da Nang (VNDAD).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?

Exporting goods by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Napier (NZNPE) have all kinds of advantages: low cost, it is great for transporting bulky goods and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, containerized, liquid bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, gasoline, biofuels, kerosene, chemicals, diesel.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also lumber, plates, salt, sand.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: cargo like medical/pharmacy, clothes, toys, sports equipment, electronic goods + food, machines, drinks, fashion, shoes.

FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport

How long does it take to ship from Antwerp to Napier?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Napier takes on average 61 days. The distance between the two ports is about 14200 nautical miles. This is roughly equivalent to 26298 km. If you choose transport by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull, the sea conditions and type and weight of cargo.

What are the all-in costs of shipping a container to Napier (NZNPE)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Napier (New Zealand) are average. The final invoice amount is determined by various parts such as cargo dimension, shipping route and local handling fees. Contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When you send goods to Napier, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents should be provided: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses. For more information, you can contact the customs of New Zealand or view the website of the port/government (www.portofnapier.co.nz).

What Incoterm should i use?

The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party covers delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller must arrange all processes concerning the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) + Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).