Container shipping Antwerp to Fortaleza
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Fortaleza (BRFOR)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, you have low maintenance costs and it is safe. Shipping a container with sea freight such as food or cars and other vehicles is easy with shippinglines like CMA CGM. They offer many different types of shipping containers. There is made a difference between a complete full container (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will receive lots of practical information regarding international transport Fortaleza (BR FOR). We offer inside-information about the different types of containers. You can make use of our step-by-step export plan. Send you shipping details and we get you a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, secure and cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- When we compare this to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight is perfect for worldwide removals and transporting breakbulk or bikes.
- The Port of Fortaleza is one of the biggest ports of Brazil.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Tank, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Fortaleza (BRFOR) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your cargo is wrapped up in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Fortaleza (BR FOR), and will be shipped over the ocean to the terminal at the POD (port of destination). They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you will find important information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Fortaleza |
| Country of destination | Brazil |
| Port Code | BRFOR |
| Transport Time | +/- 24 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Office address | Marfisa Maria de Aguiar Ferreira Ximenes, Praca Amigos da Marinha S/n – Mucuripe, Fortaleza, CE 60182 640, Brazil |
| docasdoceara@docasdoceara.com.br | |
| Website | www.docasdoceara.com.br |
| Phone number | 085266-5300 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Fortaleza
- Freight Details
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival harbour. Decide how you want to export: a full container for yourself (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. You can also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Pack you load
Firstly, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise you to use pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Customs documents and procedures
In the situations that you export cargo to Fortaleza (BRFOR), you will have to provide required export documents (for fast customs clearance): export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing list, commercial invoice, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Choose Incoterm
An incoterm is a set of rules to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your load is at this moment. You can see in realtime when the load is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Fortaleza (BRFOR) to Antwerp (BEANR): pick your container
Would you like to ship a container from port of Fortaleza – (BR FOR) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is highly recommended to get a suitable container. Based on your load you choose a size (20ft & 40ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Several major international shipping lines operate here. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section you can compare all types and read more about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You can also click directly to information about International Movings.
Important specifications of the 20 ft container
20 foot containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which ensures low handling costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of furniture and removals. Nice to know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.500 kg.
Details of a 40 foot container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. They can carry far more cargo at once. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large sea freight. Tip: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ deal. They are 9’6 tall. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- They are ideal for big shipments.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.100 kg.
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What is the meaning of FCL container?
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. The benefits are great: quick transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you pay lower price per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and less convenient delivery options. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Rotterdam to Fortaleza (BRFOR) and Hamburg to Fortaleza (BRFOR).
- FCL means that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, MSC, Maersk, ONE, CMA CGM.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If a large full container is unnecessary, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). With LCL transport, you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you’re only charged for the space you are using, storage and insurance is advantageous and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Watch out: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The cost of the shipment is determined by volume and weight.
- LCL means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- For low-volume shipments of between 3,5 m3 & 13 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, HMM, Wan Hai, ZIM.
Other special types of containers
The range of boxes is very varied for transporting your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, flowers, fruit or fragile items. We give a short explanation below. You can also look further at transport options in Lanshi (CNLNS), port of Guanta (VEGUT), Mannheim (DEMHG) harbor and terminal Mina Salman (BHMIN).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.
- Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Kind of freight: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Exporting cargo by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Fortaleza (BRFOR) is very popular because of attractive prices, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories exported via sea lines are: liquid bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, containerized. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, biofuels, petroleum, hydrogen, gasoline, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also coils, salt, plates, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: load like medical/pharmacy, toys, clothes, electronic goods, sports equipment and furniture, drinks, shoes, food, machines.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Fortaleza takes on average 24 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 5550 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 10279 km. If you choose transport by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull and the propeller, wind force and direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Fortaleza (Brazil) are relatively expensive. The total sum is determined by a number of factors like cargo type, season and pickup charges and Fill out our form for current rates and transit times.
When sending goods to Fortaleza, then the customs clearance will also pass. You will need the following documentation: Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Insurance Certificate. For additional information, you can contact the customs of Brazil or take a look at the website (www.docasdoceara.com.br).
Incoterms define the conditions under which the products must be exported. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party arranges the transportation to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller takes care of the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).