Container shipping Antwerp to Paramaribo
You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Paramaribo (SRPBM)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, you have low maintenance costs and it has live tracking. Transporting a container overseas with ro-ro or vehicles is very easy with e.g. Hapag-Lloyd. They can get you different types of containers. A big difference is being made between a full container for yourself (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our transport agents you will get up-to-date information for international transport Paramaribo (SR PBM). We get you extensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. You can make use of our a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Provide us with your transport details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, sure and inexpensive way to ship high volume products.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide removals and transporting container cargo or cars and other vehicles.
- The Port of Paramaribo is an important hub in Suriname.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Insulated, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Paramaribo (SRPBM) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your material is packed in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will reserve a container for you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Paramaribo (SR PBM), and will be shipped by ocean to the importer at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below you will find important information about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Paramaribo |
| Country of destination | Suriname |
| Port Code | SRPBM |
| Transportation time | +/- 23 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$ |
| Local address | Van ‘t Hogerhuysstraat, Paramaribo, Suriname |
| E-mail address | smeport@sr.net |
| Website | www.gov.sr |
| Phone number | 597402375 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Paramaribo
- Cargo details
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival port. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or a partial filled container (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Loading and labeling the freight
Obviously, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, we advise you to use pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you want to send goods to Paramaribo (SRPBM), you must send special export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing list, packing declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, describing the correct state of goods and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm determines who will pay for things like insurance, transport and all documents. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use container track and trace to check where your freight is right now. You can check easily when the load is departed from Port of Loading, has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Paramaribo (SRPBM) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container type
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Paramaribo – (SR PBM) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to book the right container for your cargo. They come in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. You can also click directly to information about Household Goods transport.
Important specifications of the 20 ft container
20. ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are very efficient, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and movings. Nice to know: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- This box is often used for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.900 kilogram.
Explanation of the 40 ft container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it an excellent choice for transporting large loads by sea. Moreover, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ choice. You’ve got just a little extra height. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- They are ideal for big shipments.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.100 kg.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many advantages to it: quick transit time, damage is lessened and you take advantage of economies of scale. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Rotterdam to Paramaribo (SRPBM) and Hamburg to Paramaribo (SRPBM).
- The goal of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, ONE, Maersk, COSCO, CMA CGM.
Information about Less than container (LCL)
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The meaning of LCL is: you share the container with other importers. The advantages of this option include: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, you spend less on inventory space and more options during peak shipping season. Disclaimer: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The total costs are calculated based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- LCL means that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 2,5 m3 and 14 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Wan Hai, Evergreen, Yang Ming, HMM.
Other container types for special loads
You can choose from many types of boxes for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Besides this, there are also applications for oils, flowers, fruit or very expensive items. We’ve explained it all below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Blair (INIXZ), port of Pago-Pago (ASPPG), Lirquen (CLLQN) harbor and terminal Los Angeles (USLAX).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Main types of ocean freight: What do you want to ship?
Exporting cargo by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Paramaribo (SRPBM) has many benefits: attractive tariffs, it is effective for large quantities of goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off. You can read more about it in the section below.
- 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. biofuels, diesel, hydrogen, chemicals, gasoline, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and salt, sugar, plates, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
- Retail & other: cargo like sports equipment, electronic goods, art and antiques, clothes, medical/pharmacy & shoes, drinks, machines, fashion, furniture.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Paramaribo takes approximately 23 days. The distance to be covered is about 5450 nautical miles (nmi). That is about 10093 km. If you choose transport by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the boat speed, weather conditions and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Paramaribo (Suriname) are slightly above average. The total price tag is determined by various parts such as type of goods transported, season and conditions. We invite you to contact us for current rates and transit times.
When sending goods to Paramaribo, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents are important: Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of Suriname or check the official website for more info (www.gov.sr).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller bears responsibility for the carriage of the goods up to the named port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller is responsible for the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).