Container shipping Antwerp to Savannah
Do you need to ship a container from Antwerp to Savannah (USSAV)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is efficient and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a sea container with liquids or machinery is very easy with e.g. Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines. Shipping lines offer many different types of shipping containers. Transporters make a distinction between a full container for yourself (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our transport agents we share up-to-date information for international transport Savannah (US SAV). You can read inside-information about the different types of sea containers. For this we offer a practical step-by-step plan. Send us your details and receive a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trouble-free and low cost-way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- When we compare it to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide removals and importing refrigerated cargo or equipment.
- The Port of Savannah is a much-chosen harbor in United States.
- The range of containers includes: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Insulated, Ventilated, Tank, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Savannah (USSAV) from Antwerp (BEANR)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your personal stuff is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will arrange the container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the departing port Savannah (US SAV), and will be shipped by sea to the consignee at the arrival port. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the following paragraph we share facts about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Antwerp (BEANR) |
| Country of departure | Belgium |
| Port of destination | Port of Savannah |
| Country of destination | United States |
| Port Code | USSAV |
| Transportation time | +/- 27 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Office address | P.O. Box 2406, Savannah, GA 31402, United States |
| E-mail address | info@gaports.com |
| Website | www.gaports.com |
| Phone | 912-964-3811 |
Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Savannah
- Cargo details
Enter the departure port and destination of shipment. Decide if you will ship FCL (Full Container Load) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
Primarily, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When exporting cargo to Savannah (USSAV), you need to share several export documents (for fast customs clearance): bill of lading, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm defines who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Follow your cargo live
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to see where your load is right now. You can check easily when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Savannah (USSAV) to Antwerp (BEANR): pick a container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Savannah – (US SAV) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? An important starting point is to book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Savannah, Garden City, Wilmington Island, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon, Hilton Head Island, Fort Stewart, Hinesville, Beaufort, Statesboro, Jesup, Saint Simons, Brunswick, Vidalia, Charleston, Summerville, North Charleston, Ladson, Hanahan. In the paragraph below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You can also click through to our page about Insulated Containers.
Important specifications of the 20ft container
20 foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most common and available size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal effects and international removals. What you might not know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is a very suitable choice for sending goods overseas.
- 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.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.700 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40 FT container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. They can carry far more cargo at once. It is especially intended for shipping large volumes of cargo. In conclusion, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ edition. You have more height at your disposal. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The format is almost always the same: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.900 kg.
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(FCL) Full Container
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. This has multiple advantages: efficient transit time, limited damage risk and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and it is hard to book during peak season. Departing from another port? Also check out Rotterdam to Savannah (USSAV) or Hamburg to Savannah (USSAV).
- The idea of FCL is that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk.
What is a Less than container (LCL)?
If a large full container is unnecessary, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are many benefits like: you’re only charged for the space you are using, the handling and insurance costs are limited and easy time-management and scheduling. Disclaimer: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total costs are calculated based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- The concept of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 4 m3 & 16 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. POL, ZIM, Evergreen, Yang Ming, HMM.
Other container types for special loads
There is a wide range of boxes for the shipment of your goods. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or high class goods. We explain everything below. You can also look further at transport options in Mobile (USMOB), port of Krishnapatnam (INKRI), Talcahuano (CLTAL) harbor and terminal Boston (USBOS).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Kind of cargo: What do you want to ship?
Shipping goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Savannah (USSAV) has a lot of pluses: low prices, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and very flexible. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: dry bulk, neo bulk, containerized, break bulk, roll on/roll off. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, hydrogen, petroleum, chemicals, diesel, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and coils, rods, lumber, 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: cargo like toys, sports equipment, electronic goods, art and antiques, clothes or furniture, shoes, machines, drinks, fashion.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Savannah takes approx 27 days. The distance between the two ports is about 6550 nautical miles. That equates to 12131 km. If you choose transport by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: draft and speed, weather and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Savannah (United States) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by various ingredients such as type of container, season and supply and demand. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When you send goods to Savannah, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice. For additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of United States or check the official website for more info (www.gaports.com).
Incoterms tell us when ownership of the product changes hands. Two of the most common Incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party pays for the transportation to the port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller must arrange everything regarding the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).