Container shipping Antwerp to Puerto Madryn
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Puerto Madryn (ARPMY)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, you have low maintenance costs and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting containers with freight like refrigerated cargo or factory parts is very easy with e.g. Unifeeder. When you are exporting, you can choose from many different sizes and types of shipping containers. Transporters make a distinction between a complete full container (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we offer accurate information regarding international transport Puerto Madryn (AR PMY). You will find inside-information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Besides this we share a export plan in 5 steps. Send you shipping details and get a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a good, sure and relatively cheap way to export or import international containers.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and the transit of roll on/roll off or bikes.
- The Port of Puerto Madryn is a much-chosen harbor in Argentina.
- Popular container types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Puerto Madryn (ARPMY) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your articles are put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder (intermediary) sends the location details to you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the departure port Puerto Madryn (AR PMY), and will be shipped over the ocean to the terminal at the port of destination. They offer solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, 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 Puerto Madryn |
| Country of destination | Argentina |
| Port Code | ARPMY |
| Transport Time | +/- 33 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$ |
| Office address | Muelle Alte. Storni, Ruta Provincial No 1, Madryn, Chubut 9120, Argentina |
| argentina@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.appm.com.ar/ |
| Phone | 02965451-400 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Puerto Madryn
- Select shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the POD. Also indicate whether you choose a full container just for your freight (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Prepare your package
First of all, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To prevent damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Export documents
If you want to send goods to Puerto Madryn (ARPMY), please pay attention to the necessary several export documents (for correct national customs papers): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are important to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm defines 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), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use cargo and container tracking 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 Destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Puerto Madryn (ARPMY) to Antwerp (BEANR): choosing a suitable container
You want to ship a container from port of Puerto Madryn – (AR PMY) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (twenty foot, forty foot) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the text box below you can read all important information about the most common sizes and types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Bill of Lading.
Explanation of the 20 foot container
20. ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are very efficient, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal items and removals. Nice to know: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- This box is widely used for transporting cargo by sea.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.600 kg.
Advantages of a forty foot container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it very economical for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ variant. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The format is universal: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.300 kg.
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What does FCL container mean in shipping?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. There are many advantages to it: efficient transit time, less potential for damage and and it is cheaper per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: the transshipment is more complex and it is hard to book during peak season. There are also other departure ports. See for example Rotterdam to Puerto Madryn (ARPMY) and Hamburg to Puerto Madryn (ARPMY).
- The meaning of FCL is: the container only holds your cargo.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, ONE, COSCO, Maersk, CMA CGM.
Information about Less than container (LCL)
With a small freight, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The goal of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Remark: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then you better go for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- LCL Means that means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 4 m3 and 16,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Evergreen, ZIM, Wan Hai, Yang Ming.
Special containers for special freight
The range of boxes is very varied for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. Besides this, there are also applications for oil or petroleum, flowers, fruit or other special goods. Our expert has laid out a list below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Chacabuco (CLPCH), port of Noumea (NCNOU), Evyap (TREYP) harbor and terminal Manzanillo (MXZLO).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Kind of freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Puerto Madryn (ARPMY) has lots of advantages: attractive tariffs, it is effective for large quantities of goods and it’s better for the environment than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: roll on/roll off, break bulk, containerized, liquid bulk, neo bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, petroleum, gasoline, biofuels, kerosene, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and sugar, sand, cement, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: load like art and antiques, electronic goods, clothes, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy + food, drinks, furniture, shoes, fashion.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Puerto Madryn takes around 33 days. The total distance is about 7850 nautical miles. That equates to 14538 kilometers. When you export something, 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 stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: draft and speed, weather conditions and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Puerto Madryn (Argentina) are slightly above average. The total cost is determined by various ingredients such as type of goods transported, shipping route and incoterms. Please contact us for a quote for your transport.
When sending goods to Puerto Madryn, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. For additional information and answers to questions then we advise you to contact the customs of Argentina or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.appm.com.ar/).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).