Container shipping Antwerp to Nouadhibou
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Nouadhibou (MRNDB)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it’s convenient much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a sea container with food or vehicles can be done via e.g. Zim Integrated Shipping Services. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from different types of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) full containers and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our portal we give helpful information for the purpose of international transport Nouadhibou (MR NDB). You will find up-to-date information about the different types of containers. Besides this we share a step-by-step import plan. Send us your details and we will send a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trustworthy and cost-effective way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Advantages compared to air freight: you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide movings and carrying vegetables or personal effects.
- The Port of Nouadhibou is a much-chosen harbor in Mauritania.
- Containers that are often transported are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Nouadhibou (MRNDB) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your products are transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departing port Nouadhibou (MR NDB), and will be shipped by ocean to the addressee at the arrival harbour. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below you will find practical information about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Nouadhibou |
| Country of destination | Mauritania |
| Port Code | MRNDB |
| Transportation time | +/- 10 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$ |
| Office address | BP 236, Nouadhibou, Mauritania |
| mauritania@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | gov.mr |
| Phone | 2225745134 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Nouadhibou
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of origin and the port of destination. Determine your container terms: full containers (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Loading and labeling the freight
First of all, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent accidents, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When you import cargo from Nouadhibou (MRNDB), you should think about up-to-date export documents (for correct national customs papers): certificates of origin, packing list, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract signed by the carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The agreed Incoterm determines who takes care of, among other things, transport, insurance and duty related matters. Frequently used incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your freight is at this moment. You will get a notification when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Nouadhibou (MRNDB) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Nouadhibou – (MR NDB) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Make sure you book the right container for your cargo. Based on your load you choose a size (20-ft, 40-ft) and methods (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the section below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular products. We are happy to provide you with more information about Shipping containers for sale.
Advantages of a 20 ft container
20 ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most common container worldwide. It’s a very common and efficient size, which means they are cheaper to ship. Very suitable for the transport of personal stuff or international removals. Nice to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is often used for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.200 kg.
Important specifications of the 40 foot container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it very economical for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ variant. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
When you need a lot of container space, then you can book your own full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. The advantages are great: ideal transit time, limited damage risk and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to Nouadhibou (MRNDB) and Hamburg to Nouadhibou (MRNDB).
- The concept of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, CMA CGM, ONE, Maersk, MSC.
When is a LCL container a good choice?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. LCL Means that means that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you can send some good in a cheap way, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and easy time-management and scheduling. Watch out: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is a better choice. LCL cost is calculated by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The premise of LCL is that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 4 m3 – 13 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Evergreen, ZIM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.
Various other types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are also special possibilities for oil or petroleum, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. Our specialist has placed a summary below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Barcelona (ESBCN), port of La Pallice (FRLPE), Liverpool (GBLIV) harbor and terminal Freetown (SLFNA).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Importing stuff by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Nouadhibou (MRNDB) has a lot of pluses: it is economical, it is great for transporting bulky goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: dry bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, biofuels, chemicals, gasoline, hydrogen, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sugar, plates, lumber, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: goods like electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, toys, sports equipment, clothes and machines, fashion, drinks, shoes, furniture.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Nouadhibou lasts about 10 days. The distance between the two ports is about 2350 nautical miles (nmi). This is roughly equivalent to 4352 km. If you ship something by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time has several factors: the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Nouadhibou (Mauritania) are slightly above average. The total cost depends on various parts such as type of container, season and conditions. Fill out our form for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When shipping goods to Nouadhibou, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Mauritania or take a look at the website (gov.mr).
Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party bears responsibility for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the supplier to pay for the delivery of the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).