Container shipping Antwerp to Salalah
You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Salalah (OMSLL)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is great for bulk goods and it is eco-friendly. Ship a container overseas with breakbulk or machinery can be facilitated by shippinglines like Regional Container Lines. You can book and a wide range of container types. There is made a difference between a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport specialists we give practical information for international transport Salalah (OM SLL). We provide you with extensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. You will also find a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Provide us with your transport details and we will prepare a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, trouble-free and relatively cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air transport, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide relocations and importing roll on/roll off or equipment.
- The Port of Salalah is an important hub in Oman.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Salalah (OMSLL) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your cargo is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder company have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Salalah (OM SLL), and will be shipped by ocean to the customs at the destination harbor. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the attached table you will find important information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Salalah |
| Country of destination | Oman |
| Port Code | OMSLL |
| Transportation time | +/- 27 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Local address | P O Box 105, Muscat Postal Code 118, Oman |
| info@salalahport.com | |
| Website | www.salalahport.com |
| Telephone number | 968-24-600586 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Salalah
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of origin and the POD. Choose if you want to ship a full container for yourself (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also select container size (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Freight preparations
Obviously, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Documents Required for Exporting
When you transport cargo to Salalah (OMSLL), you should think about relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing list, bill of lading, packing declaration, commercial invoice. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm shows who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and duty related matters. Widely used incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use sea freight tracking to check where your container is right now. You can see exactly when the ship is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Salalah (OMSLL) to Antwerp (BEANR): choosing a suitable container
You are going to ship a container from port of Salalah – (OM SLL) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. They are available in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include APL, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL. Well-known cities around the harbor are Salalah, Nizwá, Ibra, Sur, Qurayyat, Ruwi, Muscat. Below you can compare all types and read more about the most common sizes and types. You may also like: Road Freight.
Explanation of the 20 FT container
20-foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to stack on the vessel, that means they are quite cheap. Very suitable for the transport of personal effects and international removals. Nice to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is often used for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40 ft container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it an excellent choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. Good to know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ choice. Thereby you have a little more height. Ideal for tall items.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The dimensions are standard: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.600 kilogram.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. It is a popular transport method: It guarantees a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and it’s more cost-effective. Important to mention: it is not suitable for small cargo and unloading can be a hassle. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Salalah (OMSLL) or Hamburg to Salalah (OMSLL).
- FCL means that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, ONE.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
If you do not need a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). What we mean by LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are multiple advantages: you can send some good in a cheap way, storage and insurance is advantageous and more options during peak shipping season. Remark: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total shipping costs are related to the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- LCL means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 3,5 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, HMM, ZIM, Wan Hai, POL.
Other special types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are innovative and special constructions for oils or chemicals, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very expensive items. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Qasim (PKBQM), port of Dalian (CNDAL), Shannon (IEFOV) harbor and terminal Melbourne (AUMEL).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Freight types: what do you want to transport by sea?
Importing goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Salalah (OMSLL) have all kinds of advantages: attractive rates, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, break bulk, containerized. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, petroleum, diesel, gasoline, chemicals, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, cement, plates, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: freight like medical/pharmacy, clothes, electronic goods, toys, sports equipment + food, drinks, machines, shoes, fashion.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Salalah lasts about 27 days. The total distance is approx. 6550 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 12131 km. If you choose transport by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The actual shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, wind force and direction and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Salalah (Oman) are average. The total cost is determined by various features such as cargo type, season and supply and demand. Fill in the request form for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you are sending goods to Salalah, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents are important: Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Oman or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.salalahport.com).
Incoterms define who is responsible for each phase of shipping process. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter covers the costs of transporting the cargo to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).