Container shipping Antwerp to Belawan

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Antwerp to Belawan (IDBLW)? Sea freight has many pluses: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s convenient and it is eco-friendly. Shipping a container with sea freight such as liquids or cars can be arranged by shipping companies such as Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines. Freight forwarders offer many different sizes and types of shipping containers. You have to choose between (FCL) Full Container Load and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we provide you with helpful information about international transport Belawan (ID BLW). We get you practical information about the various sea container types. For this we offer a practical step-by-step plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with a competitive rate.

Ocean shipping is an innovative, staunch and relatively cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
Compared to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
Sea freight is a solution for worldwide relocations and the transportation of vegetables or cars and other vehicles.
The Port of Belawan is an important logistics artery in Indonesia.
Containers that are often transported are: 20 footers, 40 footers and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Belawan (IDBLW) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your products are loaded into the container. The freight forwarder sends the location details to you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departing port Belawan (ID BLW), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the POD. You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the list below you will find some basic data of the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Belawan
Country of destination	Indonesia
Port Code	IDBLW
Transit Time	+/- 37 days
Shipping prices	$
Port address	Jalan Sumatera No. 1 Belawan, Sumatera Utara 20411 Indonesia
Mail	belawan@inaport1.co.id
Website	belawan.inaport1.co.id
Telephone number	0616941919

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Belawan

Enter freight details
Enter the departure port and the arrival port. Choose if you want to ship a full container for yourself (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Packing the container
As a starting point, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
When exporting goods to Belawan (IDBLW), you should organize various export documents (for correct national customs papers): bill of lading, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing list, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for e.g insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Live tracking of the shipment
Use the track and trace service to see where your load is at this moment. You can check easily when the load is departed from the port of origin (POO), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Belawan (IDBLW) to Antwerp (BEANR): choosing a suitable container

Would you like to ship a container from port of Belawan – (ID BLW) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Make sure you pick the right container type. There are different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Well-known shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, MSC. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Belawan, Labuhan Deli, Medan, Binjai, Sunggal, Stabat, Deli Tua, Tanjung Morawa, Lubuk Pakam, Perbaungan, Tebingtinggi, Kabanjahe, Langsa, Kisaran, Teluk Nibung, Bandar, Rantauprapat, Sibolga, Lhokseumawe, Bireun. In the box below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Also click further for information about Shipping lines.

Explanation of the 20 foot container

20 foot containers (also known as dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to transport, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of household goods and international removals. Keep in mind: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.

A very popular box for shipping freight by sea.
The size of a 20-foot container is: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.800 kg.

What you need to know about the 40 ft container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it a popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Good to know: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ edition. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Stuff can be stacked high.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The format is universal: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.300 kilogram.

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What is a Full Container (FCL)?

If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The benefits are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and it’s more cost-effective. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is expensive for small loads and the financial risk is much greater. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Belawan (IDBLW) and Hamburg to Belawan (IDBLW).

FCL means that the container only holds your cargo.
Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Maersk, COSCO, CMA CGM.

Information about LCL containers

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The premise of LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you can save money on smaller shipments, you spend less on inventory space and more options during peak shipping season. Disclaimer: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the dimensions and weight of the cargo.

What we mean by LCL is that you reserve space in a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 2 m3 – 13,5 m3.
Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
Easier to book during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, HMM, POL, ZIM.

Other types of containers and customization

The range of boxes is very diverse for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for oils, vegetables and fruit or very exclusive stuff. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also read more information about shipments to Acajutla (SVAQJ), port of Gioia Tauro (ITGIT), Huasco (CLHSO) harbor and terminal London gateway (GBLGP).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
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 are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.

Kind of load: What do you want to ship?

Transporting goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Belawan (IDBLW) have all kinds of advantages: attractive prices, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and minimal restrictions. The main categories of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, neo bulk, liquid bulk. Below we give an explanation.

Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, kerosene, petroleum, diesel, chemicals, gasoline.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sand, cement, sugar, coils.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
Retail & other: load like toys, electronic goods, art and antiques, sports equipment, clothes or fashion, drinks, machines, shoes, food.

All about international transport (FAQ)

How long does it take to ship from Antwerp to Belawan?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Belawan takes approximately 37 days. The total distance is approx. 8750 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 16205 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. Shipping time is subject to condition of the hull, weather and berth availability.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Belawan (IDBLW)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Belawan (Indonesia) are relatively cheap. The actual costs are determined by a number of factors like type of container, transit time and incoterms. Contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When you send goods to Belawan, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin. For additional information, please contact the customs of Indonesia or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (belawan.inaport1.co.id).

What are Incoterms and which ones should you know?

Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller arranges the carriage of the goods up to the agreed port. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller must arrange all processes concerning the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).