Container shipping Antwerp to Norfolk

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Antwerp to Norfolk (USORF)? Sea freight is very practical: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is great for bulk goods and you can track the cargo in real time. Ship a container overseas with food or machinery can be done via e.g. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). They can get you all kind of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a complete full container (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via this website you will find useful information regarding international transport Norfolk (US ORF). You will find extensive information about the various sea container types. You can make use of our a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Send us your details and we will send a quote with market prices.

Ocean shipping is a fast, sure and low cost-way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
Advantages compared to air freight: it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight provides services for worldwide movings and exporting fruit or cars.
The Port of Norfolk is an important hub in United States.
Frequently used containers types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Ventilated, Open-Top, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Norfolk (USORF) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your articles are wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will reserve a container for you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure (POD) Norfolk (US ORF), and will be shipped over the ocean to the terminal at the port of destination. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the list below we share facts about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Norfolk
Country of destination	United States
Port Code	USORF
Transport Time	+/- 27 days
Shipping rates	$$$$
Office address	Address is 15070 Sundew Drive, Carrollton, VA, United States
Mail	POVCustomerService@vit.org
Website	www.usa.gov
Phone number	757-238-8699

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Norfolk

Details of your shipping
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or partial shipments (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Packing the container
Firstly, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
Common Export Documents
In the situations that you export cargo to Norfolk (USORF), you will need special export documents (for the national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, bill of lading, packing list, commercial invoice. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document provided 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.
Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm determines who is the risk-bearing party for transit, insurance and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
Follow your cargo live
Use cargo tracking to check where your freight is at this moment. You can see exactly when the freight has been departed from the port of origin (POO), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Norfolk (USORF) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container

Are you planning to ship a container from port of Norfolk – (US ORF) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Make sure you get a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Major shipping lines that sail here include APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hamburg Sud, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Williamsburg, Virginia Beach, Elizabeth City, Hopewell, Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Chester, Highland Springs, Mechanicsville, East Highland Park, Richmond, Lakeside, Bon Air. In the box below you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. Our specialists also provide details about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.

Details of a 20 ft container

20 ft. containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are very efficient, that means they are quite cheap. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and removals. Good to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

The most commonly used box for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.900 kg.

Information and benefits of 40 ft container

In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. Finally, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ box. You’ve got just a little extra height. Ideal for tall items.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The dimensions are as follows: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.300 kilogram.

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What is a Full Container (FCL)?

If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The benefits are great: efficient transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and it’s more cost-effective. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transshipment is more complex and unloading can be a hassle. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Rotterdam to Norfolk (USORF) or Hamburg to Norfolk (USORF).

FCL means that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, COSCO, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk.

Less than container (LCL)

If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). What we mean by LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are many benefits like: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you spend less on inventory space and more flexible during intense shipping season. Pay attention: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then you better go for FCL. The total shipping costs are related to the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.

With LCL transport, you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
Ideal for transport volumes between 3,5 m3 & 15,5 m3.
Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
Easier to find space during peak season.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, HMM, Yang Ming.

Other special types of containers

The range of boxes is very varied for the international transport of your cargo by sea. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are specially developed transport options for oil or petroleum, onions, potatoes, vegetables or other special goods. We give a short explanation below. You can also check more information about shipping to Jodhpur (INJDG), port of Khalifa (AEKHL), Mizushima (JPMIZ) harbor and terminal Nassau (BSNAS).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.

Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Main types of ocean cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?

Exporting cargo by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Norfolk (USORF) is very popular because of it is economical, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and eco-friendly. Much seen ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: break bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized. You can read more about it in the section below.

Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, biofuels, diesel, hydrogen, chemicals, kerosene.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like lumber, plates, cement, salt.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
Retail & other: products like sports equipment, clothes, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, toys + shoes, furniture, drinks, fashion, food.

FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport

How many days are needed to ship from Antwerp to Norfolk?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Norfolk takes about 27 days. The total distance is approx. 6550 nautical miles. 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 12131 kilometers. In case of sea freight, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The precise shipping time depends on condition of the hull and the propeller, the sea conditions and berth availability.

How expensive is shipping a container to Norfolk (USORF)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Norfolk (United States) are relatively expensive. The actual costs are determined by various factors such as cargo type, period of the year and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Feel free to contact us for a quote for your transport.

What documents do you need for customs?

When you are sending goods to Norfolk, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading. For more information, you can contact the customs of United States or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.usa.gov).

Which incoterm is best for me?

Incoterms describe who bears the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with a transaction. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party bears responsibility for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the required port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller must arrange everything regarding the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).