Container shipping Antwerp to Cadiz
Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to the Bay of Cadiz (ESCAD)? Sea freight has many pluses: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is economical and it has live tracking. Importing a container overseas with break bulk or personal goods can be outsourced to e.g. SM Line. When you are exporting, you can choose from many different types of shipping containers. An important distinction is (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport specialists we offer helpful information regarding international transport Cadiz (ES CAD). You will find comprehensive information about the different types of sea containers. You can make use of our a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Mail us with your needs and receive a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, trouble-free and low cost-way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air transport, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide removals and exporting ro-ro or personal goods.
- The Port of Cadiz is an important hub in Spain.
- The most commonly used containers are: twenty footers, forty footers and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Open-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to the Bay of Cadiz (ESCAD) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your goods are packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departing port Cadiz (ES CAD), and will be transported by sea to the customs at the POD. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below we share important information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Cadiz |
| Country of destination | Spain |
| Port Code | ESCAD |
| Transit Time | +/- 6 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Port address | Pza. de Espana, 17, Cadiz, Cadiz 11006, Spain |
| cadiz@puertocadiz.com | |
| Website | www.puertocadiz.com |
| Telephone number | 34956-240400 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Cadiz
- Details of your shipment
Enter the port of origin (POO) and destination of shipment. Also indicate whether you choose (FCL) full containers or partial shipments (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Pack you load
Firstly, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you want to send cargo to the Bay of Cadiz (ESCAD), you need to share several export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing list, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm states who bears responsibility for e.g. export/import documents, insurances and transport. Much chosen incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track your cargo
Use cargo tracking to check where your container is right now. You can check easily when the ship is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from the Bay of Cadiz (ESCAD) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo
You need to ship a container from port of Cadiz – (ES CAD) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Make sure you book the right container for your cargo. You can choose from large and small sizes (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the text box below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Check also more information about Furniture transport.
Explanation of the twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most popular container size. It’s a very common and efficient size, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including household goods or international removals. Keep in mind: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box is often used for sending goods overseas.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.900 kilogram.
Specifications of a forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ choice. Thereby you have a little more height. Ideal for tall items.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are standard: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.400 kilogram.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you can book your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. It is a popular transport method: ideal transit time, less potential for damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are of course also drawbacks: it is expensive for small loads and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to the Bay of Cadiz (ESCAD) or Hamburg to the Bay of Cadiz (ESCAD).
- FCL Means that means that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, ONE.
Less than container (LCL)
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). With LCL transport, you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are many benefits like: you’re only charged for the space you are using, the handling and insurance costs are limited and easy time-management and scheduling. Pay attention: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is a better choice. The shipping rates are based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- The meaning of LCL is: your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 3 m3 & 13,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, ZIM, POL, Wan Hai, Evergreen.
Special containers for special freight
There are many different types of boxes available for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for oils, meat, fish and frozen foods or fragile items. You can read all about it in the section below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Huelva (ESHUV), port of Wuhan (CNWUH), Santo (VUSAN) harbor and terminal Paramaribo (SRPBM).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).
- Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Kind of load: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Importing goods by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Cadiz (ESCAD) has a lot of pluses: low rates, very safe and secure and eco-friendly. The main categories of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk, containerized, neo bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, chemicals, hydrogen, biofuels, diesel, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and plates, cement, rods, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: cargo like art and antiques, sports equipment, electronic goods, toys, medical/pharmacy & machines, furniture, fashion, shoes, food.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Cadiz takes on average 6 days. The total distance is approx. 1650 nautical miles (NM). That is about 3056 kilometers. When you send something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time is subject to draft and speed, weather and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Cadiz (Spain) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by various components as type of goods transported, the total distance to the delivery destination and supply and demand. Send us a message for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When shipping goods to Cadiz, then you should also think about customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice. For more information, you can contact the customs of Spain or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.puertocadiz.com).
Incoterms define who is responsible for each phase of shipping process. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party is responsible for delivering the goods to the port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller must arrange everything regarding the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).