Container shipping Antwerp to Pictou
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Antwerp to Pictou (CAPTO)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s transparant and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting a container overseas with liquids or vehicles can be arranged by shipping companies such as Maersk. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport agents we provide you with practical information for the purpose of international transport Pictou (CA PTO). We provide useful information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Besides this we share a practical step-by-step plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we get you a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, sure and cost-effective way to import and export goods internationally.
- When we compare this to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for worldwide removals and the transportation of container cargo or motorbikes.
- The Port of Pictou is one of the most important ports in Canada.
- Containers that are often transported are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Tank containers.
Main themes
Shipping to Pictou (CAPTO) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your material is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder sends the location details to you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Pictou (CA PTO), and will be transported by sea to the consignee at the POD (port of destination). You need to make a choose out of: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph you will find some basic data of the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Pictou |
| Country of destination | Canada |
| Port Code | CAPTO |
| Transportation time | +/- 13 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Local address | 37A Water Street, Pictou, Nova Scotia B0K 1H0, Canada |
| straitline@truroreload.com | |
| Website | www.pictoumarineterminals.com/ |
| Phone number | 902485-9280 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Pictou
- Cargo details
Enter the origin of shipment and destination of shipment. Determine the desired transport method: Full Container Load (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. You also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Prepare your package
As a starting point, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent accidents, we advise you to use pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you are going to transport goods to Pictou (CAPTO), you should think about various export documents (for correct national customs papers): certificates of origin, bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, describing the correct state of goods and that everything is ready to ship.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm states who will pay for things like transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Widely used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Follow your cargo live
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your load is right now. You can see 24/7 when the cargo is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Pictou (CAPTO) to Antwerp (BEANR): select the container that suits the freight
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Pictou – (CA PTO) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Make sure you get a suitable container. There are different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. Below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Check also more information about Bill of Lading.
Important specifications of the 20 ft container
Twenty Foot Containers (which is a standard dry van) are one of the most used container types. It’s a very common and efficient size, which results in lower shipping costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal effects and movings. What you might not know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- One of the most rented boxes for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.600 kg.
Details of a 40ft 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 sea freight. What you may not know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ version. Thereby you have a little more height. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- It has the following dimensions: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.400 kilogram.
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Details about Full Container (FCL)
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, it is best to book a full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many advantages to it: optimal transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and the rates are more favorable. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Pictou (CAPTO) and Hamburg to Pictou (CAPTO).
- The idea of FCL is that you have the entire container space to yourself.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, MSC, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE.
Less than container (LCL)
If you do not need a full container, a shared container can be used. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that you share space with others. There are multiple advantages: you pay only for the volume you need, less inventory costs & management and more options during peak shipping season. Disclaimer: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is a better choice. The total shipping costs are related to the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The idea of LCL is that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3 m3 and 15 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, POL, ZIM.
Other types of containers and customization
You can choose from many types of boxes for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are also special possibilities for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, onions, potatoes, vegetables or other special goods. You can read more about it below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Vitoria (SCPOV), port of Santo Domingo (DOSDQ), Toamasina (MGTOA) harbor and terminal Varna (BGVAR).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.
- Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting load by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Pictou (CAPTO) have all kinds of advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, there are lots of different shipping options and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Frequently chosen ocean cargo transported by sea include: dry bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, neo bulk, roll on/roll off. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- 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. diesel, biofuels, petroleum, kerosene, gasoline, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like coils, cement, sugar, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: load like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, art and antiques, toys and furniture, fashion, drinks, machines, shoes.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Pictou takes approximately 13 days. The total distance is approximately 3150 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 5834 km. If you make a sea shipment, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the speed of the boat, weather and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Pictou (Canada) are relatively expensive. The total cost depends on various features such as the size of the container, transit time and local handling fees. Message us for current rates and transit times.
When you are sending goods to Pictou, then the customs clearance will also pass. You will need the following documentation: Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Packing List. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Canada or check the official website for more info (www.pictoumarineterminals.com/).
Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. For sea transportation, we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter arranges the transportation to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for 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), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).