Container shipping Antwerp to Lagos
Do you need to ship a container from Antwerp to Tincan (NGTIN)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is efficient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting containers with freight like breakbulk or furniture can be arranged by shipping companies such as TS Lines. You can choose from all kind of containers. There is made a difference between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our transport agents you will get accurate information regarding international transport Tincan (NG TIN). We share knowledge and comprehensive information about the different types of containers. For this we offer a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Contact u directly and we will prepare a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, safe and affordable way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- When we compare this to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is a solution for international relocations and carrying break bulk or machinery.
- The Port of Lagos is one of the biggest ports of Nigeria.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Hard-Top, Insulated, Flat Rack, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Tincan (NGTIN) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your material is wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder have a special container prepared. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Tincan (NG TIN), and will be shipped by ocean to the customs at the arrival port. You can choose for: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below you will find practical information about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Lagos |
| Country of destination | Nigeria |
| Port Code | NGTIN |
| Transit Time | +/- 19 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$ |
| Port address | P.M.B 1201, Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria |
| tincan@nigerianports.org | |
| Website | www.nigerianports.org |
| Phone number | 23415873210 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Lagos
- Details of your shipping
Enter the port of departure and the port of destination. Also indicate whether you choose a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). You can choose from a small or large container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Freight preparations
As a starting point, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Customs documents and procedures
If you are going to transport cargo to Tincan (NGTIN), please pay attention to the necessary special export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The chosen Incoterm decides who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and duty related matters. The most common incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use cargo tracking to check where your container is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the ship is departed from POL (Port of loading), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Tincan (NGTIN) to Antwerp (BEANR): select the container that suits the freight
You are going to ship a container from port of Lagos – (NG TIN) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is highly recommended to get a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different container specifications (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Well-known shipping lines are CMA CGM. The port offers an excellent connection to Lagos, Ikorodu, Ifo, Shagamu, Epe, Abeokuta, Igbo Ora, Eruwa, Ibadan, Apomu, Ikire, Lalupon, Modakeke, Fiditi, Olupona, Okitipupa, Gbongan, Iwo, Oyo, Iseyin. In the paragraph below you can compare all types and read more about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We also offer more information about Insulated Containers.
Important specifications of the 20ft container
20 FT containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to transport, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items and international movings. Some extra info: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- A very popular box for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.000 kilogram.
Details of a 40 foot container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Good to know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ version. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Ideal for tall items.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The format is almost always the same: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.000 kg.
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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, 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. The advantages are great: Usually a faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it is cheaper per unit. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and insurance is more expensive. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Tincan (NGTIN) and Hamburg to Tincan (NGTIN).
- What we mean by FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, ONE.
(LCL) Less than container
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, a shared container can be used. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL Means that means that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight The advantages of this option include: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, less inventory costs & management and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Notable: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- With LCL transport, your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 3 m3 & 13 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, HMM, POL, Wan Hai, ZIM.
What other types of containers are there
There is a wide range of boxes for international cargo shipping. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The most common type is the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, onions, potatoes, vegetables or high class goods. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also look further at transport options in Wilmington (USILM), port of Nouakchott (MRNKC), Puerto de Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC) harbor and terminal Agadir (MAAGA).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- 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: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.
Main types of ocean cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting stuff by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Lagos (NGTIN) has lots of advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: liquid bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, containerized. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, biofuels, kerosene, petroleum, hydrogen, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like plates, coils, salt, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, art and antiques, clothes, toys, sports equipment & furniture, food, fashion, machines, shoes.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Lagos takes about 19 days. The total distance is approx. 4550 nautical miles (nmi). That is about 8427 km. If you make a sea shipment, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time is subject to draft and speed, sea weather condition and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Lagos (Nigeria) are slightly above average. The total cost depends on various ingredients such as type of goods transported, period of the year and currency. Do not hesitate to contact us for current rates and transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Tincan, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents are required: Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate. For more information, you can contact the customs of Nigeria or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.nigerianports.org).
Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. Two of the most common Incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party pays for transportation and insurance to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the selling party is fully liable for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).