Container shipping Antwerp to Xiamen
Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Xiamen (CNXMN)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is economical and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Importing a container overseas with container cargo or personal goods is very easy with e.g. Arkas Container Transport. Freight forwarders offer and a wide range of container types. Transporters make a distinction between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via containershippingservice.com we share practical information for international transport Xiamen (CN XMN). We provide inside-information about the different types of sea containers. You can make use of our 5 step export plan. Send you shipping details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, safe and cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- When we compare this to air freight, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is ideal for worldwide movings and transporting vegetables or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Xiamen is a popular port in China.
- You can choose from the following containers: 20 footers, 40 footers and Dry Van, Insulated, Hard-Top, Tank, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Xiamen (CNXMN) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder have a special container prepared. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the departure port Xiamen (CN XMN), and will be shipped overseas to the consignee at the POD. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the schedule 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 Xiamen |
| Country of destination | China |
| Port Code | CNXMN |
| Transport Time | +/- 46 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Office address | 127 Dongdu Road, Xiamen, Fujian 361012, China |
| E-mail address | xpgco@public.xm.fj.cn |
| Website | www.gov.cn |
| Phone number | 865925614889 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Xiamen
- Enter freight details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival port. Specify your preference: a complete full container (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Pack you load
Firstly, make sure the freight is packed securely. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is a good idea to use pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Customs document
In the situations that you export goods to Xiamen (CNXMN), you will have to provide required export documents (for the national customs): packing list, commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificates of origin, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
- Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use the track and trace service to see where your container is right now. You can see exactly when the load is departed from Port of Loading, has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Xiamen (CNXMN) to Antwerp (BEANR): match your cargo with container type
You want to ship a container from port of Xiamen – (CN XMN) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? The first step is to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Well-known shipping lines are APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. Major towns near the seaport are Xiamen, Shima, Zhangzhou, Ximei, Quanzhou, Luoyang, Bantou, Longyan, Jiangkou, Chaozhou, Chenghai, Anbu, Yongan, Rongcheng, Rongcheng, Haimen, Sanming, Fuzhou, Liusha, Huicheng. Below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular products. Also click further for information about Documents.
Explanation about a 20ft container
20 FT containers (also known as dry van) is the most common and available size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which means they are cheaper to ship. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods and movings. Good to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- This box offers a solution for shipping freight by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.100 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40ft container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it a popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. In conclusion, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ choice. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal for tall items.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.000 kilogram.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The advantages are great: ideal transit time, less potential for damage and the rates are more favorable. Of course there are also downsides: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and there is only limited availability. There are also other departure ports. See for example Rotterdam to Xiamen (CNXMN) and Hamburg to Xiamen (CNXMN).
- FCL means that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, CMA CGM.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). What we mean by LCL is that you share the container with other importers. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and more options during peak shipping season. Important: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of the shipment is determined by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- What we mean by LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 2 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Yang Ming, POL, HMM, Wan Hai.
Alternative container types
The range of boxes is very diverse for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. But there are also specific options for liquid bulk, meat, fish and frozen foods or very expensive items. We’ve explained it all below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Tuticorin (INTUT), port of Khor Fakkan (AEKLF), Tanjung Pelepas (MYTPP) harbor and terminal Manaus (BRMAO).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Freight types: what are you going to transport?
Shipping goods by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Xiamen (CNXMN) has many benefits: low maintenance cost, it is effective for large quantities of goods and very flexible. Popular types of ocean cargo transported by sea include: containerized, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, liquid bulk, break bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
- 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. diesel, gasoline, hydrogen, petroleum, kerosene, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like salt, lumber, plates, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, art and antiques, toys, medical/pharmacy, clothes + fashion, machines, shoes, furniture, drinks.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Xiamen lasts about 46 days. The distance to be covered is about 10700 nautical miles (M). That is about 19816 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time is subject to the boat speed, weather and type of shipment.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Xiamen (China) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by important aspects like cargo volume and weight, shipping time and local handling fees. Send us a message for a quote for your transport.
When you are exporting goods to Xiamen, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, then we advise you to contact the customs of China or take a look at the website (www.gov.cn).
Incoterms define the conditions under which the products must be exported. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party bears responsibility for transportation and insurance to the agreed port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller takes care of the freight until all cargo is on the ship. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).