Container shipping Antwerp to Port Said
Do you need to ship a container from Antwerp to Said (EGPSD)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship large volumes at low costs, you have low maintenance costs much more environmental friendly than air freight. Exporting a container overseas with food or cars can be outsourced to e.g. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). Shipping lines offer different types of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between a full container for yourself (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our portal you will find dedicated information for international transport Port Said (EG PSD). We get you practical information about the different types of sea containers. Besides this we share a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Describe what you want to transport and get a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, sure and cheap way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- When we compare it to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is great for international movings and transporting roll on/roll off or furniture.
- The Port of Port Said is an important logistics artery in Egypt.
- The range of containers includes: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Insulated, Hard-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Said (EGPSD) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your products are loaded into the container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) ensures that a container is ready. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure Port Said (EG PSD), and will be shipped over the ocean to the customs at the port of destination. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below we share important information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Port Said |
| Country of destination | Egypt |
| Port Code | EGPSD |
| Transportation time | +/- 16 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Port address | Intersection of Mostafa Kamel and Azmy Street, Port Said, Egypt |
| E-mail address | info@psdports.org |
| Website | www.psdports.org/ |
| Telephone number | 20663348270 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Port Said
- Freight Details
Enter the origin of shipment and the port of destination. Specify your preference: (FCL) full containers or Less Container Load (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Cargo preparations
To start with, make sure the freight is packed securely. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Export documents
If you want to send cargo to Said (EGPSD), you will need relevant export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing list, packing declaration. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract that is completed by a carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Widely used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your load is right now. You can check the status when the shipping is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Said (EGPSD) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container type
You are going to ship a container from port of Port Said – (EG PSD) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is crucial to ask an appropriate container. Based on your load you choose a size (20-ft, 40-ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the next chapter you will find extensive information and advice about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. Check also more information about Collapsible Container.
Specifications of a 20ft container
20-foot containers (some people call it dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are very efficient, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal effects and removals. Some extra info: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.400 kg.
Specifications of a 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 a popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Good to know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ variant. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- It has the following dimensions: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.300 kg.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, it is best to book a full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many advantages to it: optimal transit time, limited chance of damage and it’s more cost-effective. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not efficient for small cargo types and unloading can be a hassle. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Rotterdam to Said (EGPSD) or Hamburg to Said (EGPSD).
- FCL means that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Maersk, COSCO.
What is a Less than container (LCL)?
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). With LCL transport, you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. You benefit from many advantages: perfect for shipping small loads, less inventory costs & management and more flexible during intense shipping season. Disclaimer: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- The meaning of LCL is: your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 2 m3 & 14,5 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Evergreen, HMM, Yang Ming, ZIM.
Other container types for special loads
There is a wide range of boxes for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. Besides this, there are also applications for oils or chemicals, grain, flour, or unique high value cargo. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Rouen (FRURO), port of Chittagong (BDCGP), Nagpur (INNAG) harbor and terminal Takoradi (GHTKD).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.
Freight types: what do you want to transport by sea?
Importing goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Port Said (EGPSD) has many benefits: low cost, best for Bulky Goods and very flexible. Much seen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: liquid bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, chemicals, petroleum, biofuels, gasoline, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and coils, rods, sugar, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: freight like medical/pharmacy, toys, art and antiques, sports equipment, electronic goods & food, fashion, machines, shoes, furniture.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Port Said takes approximately 16 days. The distance between the two ports is about 3750 nautical miles. This is roughly equivalent to 6945 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: displacement of the vessel, the sea conditions and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Port Said (Egypt) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various parts such as cargo volume and weight, shipping route and conditions. Do not hesitate to contact us for current rates and transit times.
When transporting goods to Port Said, then you should also think about customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading. For more detailed information then we advise you to contact the customs of Egypt or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.psdports.org/).
Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party takes care of delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the port of destination. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller is responsible for all expenses the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).