Container shipping Antwerp to Thessaloniki

You want to ship a container from Antwerp to Thessaloniki (GRSKG)? Sea freight is very useful: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, you have low maintenance costs much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a container by sea with liquids or machinery is very easy with e.g. Transworld Group. When you are exporting, you can choose from many different sizes and types of shipping containers. Transporters make a distinction between a full container for yourself (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via this website we share accurate information with a view to international transport Thessaloniki (GR SKG). You will find up-to-date information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Send us your details and get a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.

Ocean shipping is an innovative, trustworthy and inexpensive way to transport bulk containers.
Advantages compared to air freight: there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
Sea freight is great for international movings and the transit of break bulk or machinery.
The Port of Thessaloniki is one of the biggest ports of Greece.
The most commonly used containers are: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Tank, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Thessaloniki (GRSKG) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your personal stuff is packed tightly in a container. Your freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure (POD) Thessaloniki (GR SKG), and will be shipped overseas to the addressee at the arrival harbour. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the next section we share important information about the port of arrival.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Thessaloniki
Country of destination	Greece
Port Code	GRSKG
Transit Time	+/- 12 days
Shipping rates	$
Local address	P.O. Box 10467, Thessaloniki GR-541 10, Greece
E-mail	info@thpa.gr
Website	www.thpa.gr
Telephone number	30310593129

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Thessaloniki

Select shipment details
Enter the departure port and the POD (port of destination). Choose if you want to ship Full Container Load (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Preparing the cargo
To begin, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
Customs document
In the situations that you export goods to Thessaloniki (GRSKG), you will need several export documents (for the national customs): bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The chosen Incoterm decides who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and duty related matters. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use cargo tracking to see where your container is right now. You can check easily when the shipping is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.

Sea freight from Thessaloniki (GRSKG) to Antwerp (BEANR): select the container that suits the freight

You are going to ship a container from port of Thessaloniki – (GR SKG) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Compare the options and ask an appropriate container. They are available in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and methods (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Well-known shipping lines are CMA CGM, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Thessaloníki, Sikéai, Políkhni, Triandría, Meneméni, Kalamariá, Pilaía, Kalokhórion, Fíliron, Asvestokhórion, Diavatá, Néa Magnisía, Panórama, Oraiókastron, Layiná, Síndos, Thérmi, Lití, Kavallárion, Pentálofos. In the section below you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. Our specialists also provide details about Packing list.

Information and benefits of 20 ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are easy to transport, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting furniture and removals. Pro tip: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

This box is widely used for shipping freight by sea.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.600 kg.

Advantages of a forty foot container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ deal. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Ideal for tall items.

The ideal means of transport for large loads.
The format is universal: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.600 kg.

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(FCL) Full Container

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then a full container is often worth it. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. This has multiple advantages: It allows for a faster transit time, less potential for damage and the rates are more favorable. Of course there are also downsides: you need large volume to be viable and there is only limited availability. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Thessaloniki (GRSKG) or Hamburg to Thessaloniki (GRSKG).

FCL means that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, ONE.

What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. LCL means that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. The advantages of this option include: perfect for shipping small loads, you spend less on inventory space and more options during peak shipping season. Remark: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the dimensions and weight of the cargo.

The premise of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
Ideal for transport volumes between 2 m3 & 15,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Easier to book during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, HMM, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen.

Other types of containers and customization

There exist a lot of box-types for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. There are also special possibilities for liquid bulk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very expensive items. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also read more information about shipments to Vila (VUVLI), port of Chatham Docks (GBCTM), Xiamen (CNXMN) harbor and terminal Ningbo (CNNGB).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.

Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Cargo types: What do you want to ship?

Importing load by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Thessaloniki (GRSKG) have all kinds of advantages: it is very efficient, there are lots of different shipping options and minimal restrictions. The most important ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: containerized, neo bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off. Below you can read more information about it.

Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, chemicals, diesel, petroleum, kerosene, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like coils, sand, sugar, salt.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: load like toys, medical/pharmacy, clothes, art and antiques, electronic goods or shoes, food, drinks, furniture, fashion.

All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)

What is the transit time from Antwerp to Thessaloniki?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Thessaloniki takes around 12 days. The total distance is approx. 2950 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 5463 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The exact shipping time depends on condition of the hull, weather and type of shipment.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to Thessaloniki (GRSKG)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Thessaloniki (Greece) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by a number of factors like type of container, shipping time and incoterms. Contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.

Which customs documents are required for my shipment?

When sending goods to Thessaloniki, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. For more information, please contact the customs of Greece or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.thpa.gr).

Which Incoterm is the best to choose for?

Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party pays for the costs of transporting the cargo to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).