Container shipping Antwerp to Shimizu
You want to ship a container from Antwerp to Shimizu (JPSMZ)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is efficient and it is trustworthy. Transporting a container by sea with container cargo or factory parts can be facilitated by shippinglines like Ocean Network Express (ONE). They can get you different types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a full container just for your freight (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport specialists we share practical information about international transport Shimizu (JP SMZ). You can read useful information about the different types of sea containers. On this website you can read a step-by-step import plan. Send us your details and receive a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, staunch and cost-effective way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- When you compare it with air shipments, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide removals and the transit of ro-ro or furniture.
- The Port of Shimizu is one of the most important ports in Japan.
- Commonly container types are: 20 footers, 40 footers and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Insulated, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Shimizu (JPSMZ) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your goods are packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder ensures that a container is ready. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of Shimizu (JP SMZ), and will be shipped by sea to the addressee at the destination harbor. You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you will find practical information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Shimizu |
| Country of destination | Japan |
| Port Code | JPSMZ |
| Transportation time | +/- 55 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Office address | 9-25 Hinode, Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture 424-0922, Japan |
| port@mail.wbs.ne.jp | |
| Website | www.portofshimizu.com/ |
| Telephone number | 81-543-53-2203 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Shimizu
- Details of your shipment
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Determine the desired transport method: a complete full container (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also select the desired size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Packing the container
Obviously, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To prevent accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Export documents
In the situations that you export cargo to Shimizu (JPSMZ), you will need up-to-date export documents (for fast customs clearance): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing list, packing declaration, bill of lading. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document that is provided to the shipper describing the correct state of goods and that everything is ready to ship.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm defines how much responsibility you have for insurance, transport and all documents. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use the track and trace service to check where your shipping is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the shipping is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Shimizu (JPSMZ) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo
You are going to ship a container from port of Shimizu – (JP SMZ) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is highly recommended to get a suitable container. Based on your load you choose a size (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. Our specialists also provide details about Documentary Credit.
Specifications of a 20 FT container
20-foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including household goods or international movings. Good to know: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is widely used for sending goods overseas.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.200 kg.
Explanation about a 40ft container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ choice. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- It has the following dimensions: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then you can book your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. The benefits are great: efficient transit time, limited chance of damage and you pay lower price per unit. There are also disadvantages: you need large volume to be viable and unloading can be a hassle. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to Shimizu (JPSMZ) and Hamburg to Shimizu (JPSMZ).
- The meaning of FCL is: the container only holds your cargo.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, ONE.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If you do not need a full container, a shared container can be used. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The idea of LCL is that you share the container with other importers. The advantages of this option include: you pay only for the volume you need, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and more options during peak shipping season. Worth mentioning: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- The premise of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Yang Ming, Evergreen, HMM, POL.
Other container types for special loads
There exist a lot of box-types for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are also special possibilities for liquids, meat, fish and frozen foods or unique high value cargo. You can read more about it below. You can also look further at transport options in Guanta (VEGUT), port of Lyttelton (NZLYT), Cat Lai (VNCLI) harbor and terminal Cape Town (ZACPT).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of 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: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Important types of ocean cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Importing goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Shimizu (JPSMZ) has many benefits: it is very efficient, high sea vessel load capacity and minimal restrictions. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, dry bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, gasoline, kerosene, petroleum, diesel, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also salt, sugar, rods, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: cargo like toys, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, art and antiques & furniture, machines, drinks, fashion, shoes.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Shimizu takes approx 55 days. The total distance is approximately 13000 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 24076 km. If you ship something by sea, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull and the propeller, sea weather condition and any technical malfunctions.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Shimizu (Japan) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various components as type of container, transit time and conditions. Feel free to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When you send goods to Shimizu, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Certificate of Origin. For questions or additional information, please contact the customs of Japan or take a look at the website (www.portofshimizu.com/).
The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. For sea transportation, we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party takes care of delivering the goods to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller has the responsibility for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).