Container shipping Antwerp to Caucedo

You want to ship a container from Antwerp to Caucedo (DOCAU)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is economical and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Ship a container overseas with break bulk or semi-finished goods can be facilitated by shippinglines like Regional Container Lines. They offer all kind of containers. You have to choose between full containers (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we share up-to-date information for international transport Caucedo (DO CAU). You can read inside-information about the various sea container types. Further on you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Fill out the form and we will send a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.

Ocean shipping is an innovative, staunch and relatively cheap way to export or import international containers.
When we compare it to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight provides services for worldwide movings and exporting liquid bulk or personal goods.
The Port of Caucedo is a frequently chosen port in Dominican Republic.
The range of containers includes: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Caucedo (DOCAU) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your cargo is wrapped up in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Caucedo (DO CAU), and will be transported by sea to the terminal at the port of destination. They offer solutions like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the following paragraph you will find practical information about the port of delivery.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Caucedo
Country of destination	Dominican Republic
Port Code	DOCAU
Transportation time	+/- 23 days
Shipping rates	$$
Local address	Zona Franca Multimodal Caucedo Bldg. ADM. Suite 200, Punta Caucedo Boca Chica Dominican Republic
E-mail	glen.hilton@dpworld.com
Website	www.godominicanrepublic.com
Phone	8093737300

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Caucedo

Cargo details
Enter the origin of shipment and the POD (port of destination). Decide if you will ship (FCL) full containers or LCL (Less than Container Load). Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Packing the container
Obviously, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
Customs document
When you import cargo from Caucedo (DOCAU), you must send special export documents (to the national customs): certificates of origin, packing declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document that is provided to the shipper to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The agreed Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. export/import documents, insurances and transport. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Follow your cargo live
Use sea freight tracking to check where your freight is right now. You can see exactly when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Caucedo (DOCAU) to Antwerp (BEANR): choose container

Are you planning to ship a container from port of Caucedo – (DO CAU) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Compare the options and book the right container for your cargo. They come in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Some main shipping lines are CMA CGM. Major towns near the seaport are Quisqueya, Santo Domingo, San Pedro de Macorís, Bayaguana, Bajos de Haina, Monte Plata, San Cristóbal, Hato Mayor, Sabana Grande de Boyá, Villa Altagracia, La Romana, El Seibo, Baní, Cotuí, Sánchez, San José de Ocoa, Samaná, Pimentel, Bonao, Higüey. Below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. We are happy to provide you with more information about Insulated Containers.

Advantages of a 20 ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are relatively easy to ship, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal stuff and international movings. Pro tip: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

This box offers a solution for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.200 kg.

Advantages of a 40 foot container

In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. Good to know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ box. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Ideal for tall items.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
It has the following dimensions: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.900 kg.

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Information about Full Container (FCL)

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, than you can reserve your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. It is a popular transport method: Usually a faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and insurance is more expensive. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Rotterdam to Caucedo (DOCAU) or Hamburg to Caucedo (DOCAU).

The goal of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. MSC, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, CMA CGM.

When is a LCL container a good choice?

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL Means that means that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. The advantages of this option include: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, storage and insurance is advantageous and easy time-management and scheduling. Disclaimer: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of LCL is based on the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.

The idea of LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
For low-volume shipments of between 2 m3 & 14,5 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, ZIM, HMM, POL.

Other special types of containers

There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your cargo. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. There are also special possibilities for liquid bulk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or unique high value cargo. We’ve explained it all below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Bangkok Modern Terminal (THBMT), port of Tekirdag (TRTEK), Puerto Quetzal (GTPRQ) harbor and terminal ICD Ahmedabad/Khodiyar (INAMD).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
Insulated Containers: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.

Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Cargo types: what do you want to transport by sea?

Shipping goods by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Caucedo (DOCAU) is very popular because of low tariffs, there are lots of different shipping options and eco-friendly. Relevant ocean cargo categories via sea import/export routes are: neo bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, gasoline, petroleum, kerosene, chemicals, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also sand, coils, sugar, lumber.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: freight like electronic goods, clothes, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, sports equipment + drinks, food, fashion, furniture, shoes.

All about international transport (FAQ)

What is the estimated transit time from Antwerp to Caucedo?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Caucedo takes approximately 23 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 5450 nautical miles. That equates to 10093 km. When you export something, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: the speed of the boat, weather conditions and any technical malfunctions.

What is the total price of shipping a container to Caucedo (DOCAU)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Caucedo (Dominican Republic) are average. The final invoice amount is determined by various factors such as cargo type, shipping time and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Fill in the request form for a customised quote and extra info.

What customs documents do i need?

When shipping goods to Caucedo, then you should also think about customs clearance. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice. For additional information, you can contact the customs of Dominican Republic or take a look at the website (www.godominicanrepublic.com).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party pays for the transportation to the port of origin. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).