Container shipping Antwerp to Riyadh

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Riyadh (SARUH)? Sea freight is very useful: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is great for bulk goods and it is trustworthy. Transporting a sea container with gas-based fuels or personal goods is very easy with e.g. HMM Co. Ltd.. You can choose from different types of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport agents you will receive up-to-date information for international transport Riyadh (SA RUH). We provide you with useful information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You can make use of our step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Mail us with your needs and you will get a competitive quote with great prices and shipping conditions.

Ocean shipping is a professional, trustworthy and inexpensive way to ship high volume products.
Compared to air transport, it offers more capacity and value.
Sea freight is excellent for worldwide removals and importing breakbulk or bikes.
The Port of Riyadh is an important hub in Saudi Arabia.
Frequently used containers types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Riyadh (SARUH) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your cargo is packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will reserve a container for you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure Riyadh (SA RUH), and will be shipped by ocean to the customs at the port of destination. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the schedule below you can read different kind of info about the port of delivery.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Riyadh
Country of destination	Saudi Arabia
Port Code	SARUH
Transportation time	+/- 30 days
Shipping costs	$$
Port address	Umar ibn Khattab Road, Al Sina’iyah, Riyadh 12844, Saoedi-Arabië
E-mail address	Mawanicare@mawani.gov.sa
Website	www.my.gov.sa
Telephone number	966-2-6471200

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Riyadh

Details of your shipment
Enter the departing port and the POD (port of destination). Decide if you will ship FCL (Full Container Load) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also choose the desired format (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
Loading and labeling the freight
To begin, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
When you import cargo from Riyadh (SARUH), you will have to provide various export documents (for correct national customs papers): export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing list, commercial invoice, certificates of origin. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Incoterms for transport
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm shows who assumes the risk of, for example, export/import documents, insurances and transport. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Live tracking of the shipment
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your freight is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the shipping is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Riyadh (SARUH) to Antwerp (BEANR): pick your container

You want to ship a container from port of Riyadh – (SA RUH) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to ask an appropriate container. Based on your load you choose a size (20 foot, 40 foot) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the paragraph below you will find useful information about the most popular products. Our specialists also provide details about Shipping lines.

Explanation about a 20 foot container

Twenty Foot Containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most popular container size. It’s a very common and efficient size, which means they are cheaper to ship. Very suitable for the transport of personal stuff and international removals. What you might not know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.

A very popular box for transporting goods by means of shipping.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.700 kilogram.

Details of a 40 FT container

A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. It is especially intended for transporting large loads by sea. What you may not know: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ version. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Ideal for tall items.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
The format is universal: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.700 kg.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then a full container is often worth it. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. All cargo space is used exclusively for you. It is a popular transport method: ideal transit time, damage is lessened and and it is cheaper per unit. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is not efficient for small cargo types and you have higher inventory costs. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Riyadh (SARUH) or Hamburg to Riyadh (SARUH).

The premise of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, ONE.

(LCL) Less than container

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The concept of LCL is that you share the container with other importers. You benefit from many advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, storage and insurance is advantageous and it is faster during peak-season. Worth mentioning: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then you better go for FCL. The cost of the shipment is determined by volume and weight.

The premise of LCL is that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 1,5 m3 – 16 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Capabilities at almost all international ports.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, Wan Hai, POL, Evergreen, HMM.

Alternative container types

The range of boxes is very varied for shipping your items. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. But there are also specific options for liquids, onions, potatoes, vegetables or other special goods. We give a short explanation below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Moresby (PGPOM), port of Rashid (AEDXB), Jeddah (SAJED) harbor and terminal Baltimore (IEBTM).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as wheat and grains.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Freight types: What do you want to ship?

Importing goods by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Riyadh (SARUH) has lots of advantages: low cost, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: neo bulk, containerized, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.

Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, petroleum, diesel, chemicals, hydrogen, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and rods, sand, sugar, salt.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
Retail & other: freight like electronic goods, art and antiques, clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys & drinks, machines, fashion, furniture, food.

Everything about international transportation (FAQ)

How long does it take for a container ship to go from Antwerp to Riyadh?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Riyadh takes approximately 30 days. The distance to be covered is about 7150 nautical miles (nmi). That is about 13242 km. If you choose transport by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and type of shipment.

What is the total price of shipping a container to Riyadh (SARUH)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) are average. The final invoice amount is determined by various features such as cargo weight, shipping time and supply and demand. Please contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

What customs documents do i need?

When you send goods to Riyadh, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Insurance Certificate. For additional information, please contact the customs of Saudi Arabia or check the official website for more info (www.my.gov.sa).

Which Incoterm is the best to choose for?

Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party is responsible for delivering the goods to the named port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller is responsible for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).