Container shipping Antwerp to Venezia
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Venice (ITVCE)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is economical and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Transporting a sea container with roll on/roll off or vehicles can be arranged by shipping companies such as Zim Integrated Shipping Services. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from various types of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) full containers and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport agents we provide actual information regarding international transport Venice (IT VCE). We provide you with extensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. For this we offer a export plan in 5 steps. Contact u directly and we get you a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, trouble-free and low cost-way to import and export goods internationally.
- When you compare it with air shipments, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide movings and the transportation of liquid bulk or vehicles.
- The Port of Venezia is one of the biggest ports of Italy.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Tank, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Venice (ITVCE) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your personal stuff is transferred in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder ensures that a container is ready. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the departing port Venice (IT VCE), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the POD. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the next section you can read different kind of info about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Venezia |
| Country of destination | Italy |
| Port Code | ITVCE |
| Transportation time | +/- 14 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Office address | Zatere, 1401, Venezia, VE 30123, Italy |
| E-mail address | apv@porto.venezia.it |
| Website | www.port.venice.it |
| Telephone number | 0414334111 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Venezia
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Determine the desired transport method: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Loading and labeling the freight
To start with, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Export documents
When you import goods from Venice (ITVCE), you will have to provide relevant export documents (for the national customs): packing list, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Incoterms for transport
An incoterm is a set of rules to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm states who is the risk-bearing party for insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use the track and trace service to see where your cargo is right now. You can see exactly when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Venice (ITVCE) to Antwerp (BEANR): pick a container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Venezia – (IT VCE) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is crucial to find the right container type. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to Venice, Marcon, Spinea, Mogliano Veneto, Mira, Mirano, Martellago, Salzano, Preganziol, Dolo, Camponogara, Roncade, Chioggia, Scorzè, Noale, Silea, Santa Maria di Sala, Campolongo Maggiore, Musile di Piave, Treviso. In the box below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular container types. Check also more information about Hard-Top Container.
Explanation of the twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most versatile container type. It’s a very common and efficient size, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal stuff and movings. Pro tip: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box is widely used for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.100 kilogram.
Explanation of the 40 ft container
A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. It is especially intended for transporting large loads by sea. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ edition. You’ve got just a little extra height. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.400 kilogram.
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Information about Full Container (FCL)
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. It is a popular transport method: quick transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are also disadvantages: the transshipment is more complex and insurance is more expensive. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Venice (ITVCE) and Hamburg to Venice (ITVCE).
- The concept of FCL is that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, Maersk, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd.
Information about Less than container (LCL)
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The meaning of LCL is: you share space with others. There are many benefits like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it is more flexible during peak-times. Remark: if you can fill more than half of a container, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of the shipment is determined by shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- The idea of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 4 m3 and 15 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Yang Ming, POL, HMM, ZIM.
What other types of containers are there
The range of boxes is very varied for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are also special possibilities for oils or chemicals, grain, flour, or very expensive items. You can read all about it in the section below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for La Guaira (VELAG), port of San Lorenzo (HNSLO), Rouen (FRURO) harbor and terminal Mangalore (INIXE).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Freight types: what are you going to transport?
Transporting stuff by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Venezia (ITVCE) has a lot of pluses: it is economical, high sea vessel load capacity and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, containerized, neo bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, kerosene, hydrogen, biofuels, gasoline, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and coils, salt, sugar, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: cargo like medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, clothes, sports equipment, toys & shoes, food, machines, furniture, fashion.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Venezia takes on average 14 days. The distance between the two ports is about 3250 nautical miles. That is about 6019 kilometers. When you export something, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time depends on condition of the hull and the propeller, weather conditions and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Venezia (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to various parts such as cargo type, shipping time and supply and demand. Request a quote without obligation for a quote for your transport.
When you are exporting goods to Venice, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents should be provided: Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Italy or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.port.venice.it).
Incoterms describe the roles of the buyer and the seller in an international trade agreement. For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party arranges all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) means the supplier to pay for the delivery of the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).