Container shipping Antwerp to Karachi
Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Karachi (PKKHI)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is economical and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Exporting a container overseas with liquid bulk or semi-finished goods is easy with shippinglines like Maersk. They can get you many different sizes and types of shipping containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between full containers (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our transport specialists we provide up-to-date information regarding international transport Karachi (PK KHI). We share knowledge and useful information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. You will also find a practical step-by-step plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and you will get a competitive quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, secure and cheap way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Compared to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is great for international relocations and the transportation of liquids or personal effects.
- The Port of Karachi is one of the most important ports in Pakistan.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Karachi (PKKHI) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your cargo is transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will arrange the container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Karachi (PK KHI), and will be shipped over the sea to the addressee at the arrival harbour. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the next section 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 Karachi |
| Country of destination | Pakistan |
| Port Code | PKKHI |
| Transport Time | +/- 29 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Port address | Eduljee Dinshaw Road Karachi 74000 Pakistan |
| webmaster@kpt.gov.pk | |
| Website | www.kpt.gov.pk |
| Phone number | – not available – |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Karachi
- Cargo details
Enter the port of departure and destination of shipment. Also indicate whether you prefer full containers (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. You can choose from a small or large container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Freight preparations
To start with, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Export documents
When you transport your goods to Karachi (PKKHI), you should think about several export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing list, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm states who is responsible for e.g export/import documents, insurances and transport. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Track your shipment
Use the track and trace service to check where your shipping is at this moment. You will get a notification when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Karachi (PKKHI) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo
Would you like to ship a container from port of Karachi – (PK KHI) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? It is necessary to ask an appropriate container. They are available in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, Evergreen, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL. Important towns around the port are Karachi, Gharo, Mirpur Sakro, Keti Bandar, Thatta, Thano Bula Khan, Sujawal, Uthal, Daro, Mirpur Bathoro, Bulri, Jati, Kotri, Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Jam, Matli, Bela, Matiari, Sann. In the paragraph below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular container types. We are happy to provide you with more information about LCL Shipping.
Details of a 20ft container
20-foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to stack, which results in lower shipping costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal items and international removals. Keep in mind: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box offers a solution for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.600 kg.
Specifications of a forty foot container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ box. You’ve got just a little extra height. Ideal for tall items.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- It has the following dimensions: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.000 kg.
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Information about Full Container (FCL)
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, damage is lessened and it’s more cost-effective. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and less convenient delivery options. There are also other departure ports. See for example Rotterdam to Karachi (PKKHI) or Hamburg to Karachi (PKKHI).
- What we mean by FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, COSCO.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The idea of LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you pay only for the volume you need, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more options during peak shipping season. Remark: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The total shipping costs are related to the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- The concept of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 3 m3 and 16 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, POL, HMM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.
Other container types for special loads
There is a wide range of boxes for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are also special possibilities for liquids, vegetables and fruit or very expensive items. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also check more information about shipping to Muara (BNMUA), port of Belgrade (RSBEG), Willemstad (ANCUR) harbor and terminal Everglades (USPVS).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Kind of load: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Transporting cargo by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Karachi (PKKHI) is very popular because of it is economical, there are lots of different shipping options and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories via sea import/export routes are: liquid bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, dry 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: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, petroleum, chemicals, kerosene, hydrogen, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like cement, plates, rods, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: products like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, toys, electronic goods, art and antiques or drinks, furniture, food, fashion, machines.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Karachi takes on average 29 days. The distance to be covered is about 6850 nautical miles (nmi). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 12686 kilometers. In case of sea freight, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The precise shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, wind force and direction and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Karachi (Pakistan) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by various factors such as type of goods transported, season and supply and demand. We invite you to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When you are sending goods to Karachi, 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. Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice. For more information about these duties you can contact the customs of Pakistan or check the official website for more info (www.kpt.gov.pk).
Incoterms define who is responsible for each phase of shipping process. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller bears responsibility for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the agreed port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).