Container shipping Antwerp to Puerto Castilla
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Puerto Castilla (HNPCA)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is flexible and it is trustworthy. Transporting a container by sea with liquids or vehicles is very easy with e.g. COSCO. You can book and a wide range of container types. Shipping lines offer the choice between a complete full container (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we offer useful information regarding international transport Puerto Castilla (HN PCA). We provide up-to-date information about the different types of sea containers. On this website you can read a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and you will get a competitive quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, sure and cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- Compared to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is excellent for international movings and exporting dry bulk or personal effects.
- The Port of Puerto Castilla offers excellent transit options in Honduras.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Refrigerated, Tank, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Puerto Castilla (HNPCA) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your articles are stored in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin Puerto Castilla (HN PCA), and will be shipped by sea to the agent at the port of destination. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the following paragraph you will find practical information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Puerto Castilla |
| Country of destination | Honduras |
| Port Code | HNPCA |
| Transit Time | +/- 27 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$$ |
| Port address | CA-13, Puerto Castilla, Honduras |
| honduras@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.enp.hn |
| Telephone number | (504)429-8013 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Puerto Castilla
- Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival harbour. Choose how you want to transport: (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) and partial shipments. You can choose from a small or large container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Packing the freight
Firstly, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Common Export Documents
If you are going to transport cargo to Puerto Castilla (HNPCA), you will need several export documents (for the purpose of national customs): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing list, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a required document signed by the carrier to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The chosen Incoterm decides who is responsible for, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. The most common incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track your cargo
Use the track and trace service to see where your load is at this moment. You will get a notification when the cargo is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Puerto Castilla (HNPCA) to Antwerp (BEANR): pick your container
You want to ship a container from port of Puerto Castilla – (HN PCA) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container specifications (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. Below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. Also click further for information about Bulk Containers.
Specifications of a 20 FT container
20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most common container worldwide. It’s a very common and efficient size, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for all types of cargo, including furniture and movings. Nice to know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is widely used for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.500 kg.
Details of a 40 FT container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Finally, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ deal. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- It has the following dimensions: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then a full container is often worth it. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many pluses: It allows for a faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and it’s more cost-effective. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and the financial risk is much greater. Another departure port? Also check Rotterdam to Puerto Castilla (HNPCA) and Hamburg to Puerto Castilla (HNPCA).
- The premise of FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd.
LCL: Less than container
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are multiple advantages: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you can save on inventory costs and more flexible during intense shipping season. Pay attention: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is probably your best bet. The shipping rates are based on volume and weight.
- The premise of LCL is that you reserve space in a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 4 m3 and 14 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM, Yang Ming.
Various other types of containers
You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your items. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oil or petroleum, flour, coffee or cocoa or unique high value cargo. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also check more information about shipping to Los Angeles (USLAX), port of Kingston (JMKIN), Agadir (MAAGA) harbor and terminal Port-au-Prince (HTPAP).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for bulk shipping and temporary storage of mixed products.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Load types: What do you want to ship?
Importing cargo by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Puerto Castilla (HNPCA) has lots of advantages: low cost, there are lots of different shipping options and very flexible. Relevant ocean cargo categories shipped via sea routes are: dry bulk, neo bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, biofuels, petroleum, chemicals, kerosene, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and salt, rods, sand, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: load like toys, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, clothes, art and antiques & furniture, food, drinks, fashion, shoes.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Puerto Castilla lasts about 27 days. The distance between the two ports is about 6450 nautical miles. This is roughly equivalent to 11945 km. If you make a sea shipment, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The precise shipping time depends on condition of the hull, weather and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Puerto Castilla (Honduras) are relatively expensive. The actual costs are determined by various parts such as container size, shipping time and incoterms. Please contact us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When sending goods to Puerto Castilla, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are required: Letter of Credit, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Honduras or check the official website for more info (www.enp.hn).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. For sea transportation, we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter is responsible for the transportation to the port of destination specified by the buyer. 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. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).