Container shipping Antwerp to Salerno
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Salerno (ITSAL)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is great for bulk goods and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Importing a container overseas with dry bulk or equipment can be outsourced to e.g. Maersk. You can book many different sizes and types of shipping containers. A big difference is being made between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our experts we give up-to-date information with a view to international transport Salerno (IT SAL). We offer comprehensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. On this website you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Provide us with your transport details and receive a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, safe and inexpensive way to ship high volume products.
- When we compare this to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide removals and the transportation of break bulk or equipment.
- The Port of Salerno is an important logistics artery in Italy.
- The range of containers includes: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Insulated, Flat Rack, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Salerno (ITSAL) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your material is packed tightly in a container. Your freight forwarder will book a container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Salerno (IT SAL), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the POD (port of destination). You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below we share facts about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Salerno |
| Country of destination | Italy |
| Port Code | ITSAL |
| Transit Time | +/- 14 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Local address | Via A Sabatini 8, Salerno, SA 84121, Italy |
| E-mail address | cpsalerno@libero.it |
| Website | www.salute.gov.it |
| Telephone number | 390892588111 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Salerno
- Freight Details
Enter the departing port and the port of destination. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load). You also choose the size of the container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Packing the freight
First of all, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To limit damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you want to send goods to Salerno (ITSAL), you will need several export documents (for the national customs): certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm states who assumes the risk of, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use container track and trace to see where your container is at this moment. You will get a notification when the load is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Salerno (ITSAL) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container type
Would you like to ship a container from port of Salerno – (IT SAL) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is important to rent a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Many shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the following summary you will find useful information about the most common sizes and types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Incoterms.
What you need to know about the twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known as dry van) is the most common and available size. They are very efficient, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal stuff and movings. Nice to know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- The most commonly used box for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.900 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40ft container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it very economical for shipping large quantities of goods. Finally, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ box. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are standard: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.600 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then you can book your own full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The benefits are great: Usually a faster transit time, damage is lessened and you pay lower price per unit. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and there is only limited availability. Another departure port? Also check Rotterdam to Salerno (ITSAL) and Hamburg to Salerno (ITSAL).
- The idea of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If you do not need a full container, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). With LCL transport, shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you can save on inventory costs and more flexible during intense shipping season. Watch out: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is probably your best bet. The shipping rates are based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- The premise of LCL is that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 1,5 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, Evergreen.
Special containers for special freight
There is a wide range of boxes for transporting your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are specially developed transport options for liquids, meat, fish and frozen foods or very exclusive stuff. We’ve explained it all below. Also check other destinations such as Batumi (GEBUS), port of Cristobal (PACTB), Manzanillo (MXZLO) harbor and terminal Aliaga (TRALI).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Kind of freight: What do you want to ship?
Shipping load by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Salerno (ITSAL) is very popular because of it is very efficient, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, diesel, hydrogen, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and coils, cement, plates, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: items like toys, art and antiques, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, clothes & drinks, fashion, shoes, machines, food.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Salerno takes about 14 days. The total distance is about 3250 nautical miles (nmi). This is roughly equivalent to 6019 km. If you choose transport by sea, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The precise shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, weather conditions and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Salerno (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by a number of factors like cargo volume and weight, period of the year and currency. Do not hesitate to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When you send goods to Salerno, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of Italy or take a look at the website (www.salute.gov.it).
Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party bears responsibility for the transportation to the required port. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).