Container shipping Antwerp to Niihama
You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Niihama (JPIHA)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, you have low maintenance costs and it is eco-friendly. Shipping a container with sea freight such as food or factory parts can be outsourced to e.g. Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. They offer all kind of containers. An important distinction is Full Container Load (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our portal you will find dedicated information about international transport Niihama (JP IHA). You can read extensive information about the different types of sea containers. Further on you can read a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Share your cargo and transport wishes and receive a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, trustworthy and affordable way to ship high volume products.
- When we compare it to air transport, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide removals and shipping container cargo or personal effects.
- The Port of Niihama is a frequently chosen port in Japan.
- Frequently used containers types are: 20 footers, 40 footers and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Niihama (JPIHA) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your material is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will arrange the container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure Niihama (JP IHA), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the POD (port of destination). They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. 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 Niihama |
| Country of destination | Japan |
| Port Code | JPIHA |
| Transit Time | +/- 55 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Office address | 5-1 Ikku-cho, 1-chome, Niihama City, Ehime 792-0025, Japan |
| japan@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.japan.go.jp |
| Telephone number | 81897335151 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Niihama
- Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Choose how you want to transport: Full Container Load (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Packing the freight
Firstly, make sure the freight is packed securely. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Customs documents and procedures
If you are going to transport goods to Niihama (JPIHA), please pay attention to the necessary up-to-date export documents (for fast customs clearance): packing declaration, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for, for example, export/import documents, insurances and transport. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your cargo is right now. You will get a notification when the shipping is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Niihama (JPIHA) to Antwerp (BEANR): choosing a suitable container
You want to ship a container from port of Niihama – (JP IHA) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is crucial to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Many international shipping lines operate this route. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the text box below we put everything together and offer information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We also offer more information about Insulated Containers.
Specifications of a 20 ft container
20 ft. containers (also known as dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which ensures low handling costs. Very suitable for the transport of household goods or international removals. Nice to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- This box offers a solution for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40 FT container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. Moreover, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ version. You have more height at your disposal. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.700 kg.
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What is the meaning of FCL container?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The advantages are great: faster transit time, limited chance of damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Important to mention: it is expensive for small loads and unloading can be a hassle. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to Niihama (JPIHA) or Hamburg to Niihama (JPIHA).
- The idea of FCL is that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, CMA CGM.
When is a LCL container a good choice?
With a small freight, a shared container can be used. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The concept 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 lower sourcing risk. Watch out: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The cost of the shipment is determined by the volume and weight of the packages.
- The concept of LCL is that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 4 m3 – 15,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, HMM, Yang Ming, ZIM, Wan Hai.
Alternative container types
The range of boxes is very diverse for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are innovative and special constructions for liquids, wheat, barley and cocoa or high class goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also check more information about shipping to Tokyo (JPTYO), port of Varna (BGVAR), Jaipur (INJAI) harbor and terminal Omaezaki (JPOMZ).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
- Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Main types of ocean freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Niihama (JPIHA) is very popular because of it is economical, high sea vessel load capacity and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, containerized, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, chemicals, kerosene, biofuels, gasoline, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and rods, salt, cement, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: freight like art and antiques, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, toys & drinks, fashion, machines, furniture, shoes.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Niihama takes approximately 55 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 13000 nautical miles (M). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 24076 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The shipping time is determined on the basis of displacement of the vessel, wind force and wind direction and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Niihama (Japan) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various factors such as cargo dimension, shipping route and supply and demand. Request a quote without obligation for current rates and transit times.
When you are sending goods to Niihama, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate. For more information, please contact the customs of Japan or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.japan.go.jp).
Incoterms describe the roles of the buyer and the seller in an international trade agreement. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the required port. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller has the responsibility for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).