Container shipping Antwerp to Southampton

You are planning to ship a container from Antwerp to Southampton (GBSOU)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is flexible and you can track the cargo in real time. Ship a container overseas with roll on/roll off or cars can be outsourced to e.g. Unifeeder. They offer a lot of container-types. An important distinction is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we provide practical information for the purpose of international transport Southampton (GB SOU). We provide you with extensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. On this website you can read a export plan in 5 steps. Contact u directly and we will send a quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a quick, safe and cost-effective way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
When you compare it with air shipments, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
Sea freight is excellent for international removals and transporting food or bikes.
The Port of Southampton is a popular port in United Kingdom.
You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Insulated, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.

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Main topics

Shipping to Southampton (GBSOU) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your material is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder will book a container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Southampton (GB SOU), and will be shipped overseas to the agent at the destination harbor. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below 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 Southampton
Country of destination	United Kingdom
Port Code	GBSOU
Transportation time	+/- 1 days
Shipping costs	$
Office address	Ocean Gate, Atlantic Way, Southampton SO14 3QN, United Kingdom
E-mail address	southampton@abports.co.uk
Website	www.abports.co.uk/Our_Locations/Southampton
Phone number	02380488800

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Southampton

Freight Details
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival harbour. Also indicate whether you choose a full container just for your freight (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Loading and labeling the freight
Primarily, make sure the freight is packed securely. To avoid damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Documents Required for Exporting
When you import cargo from Southampton (GBSOU), please pay attention to the necessary several export documents (for the national customs): certificates of origin, packing declaration, bill of lading, packing list, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document provided by a carrier to a shipper describing the correct state of goods and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The chosen Incoterm decides how much responsibility you have for export/import documents, insurances and transport. The most common incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Follow your cargo live
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your load is right now. You can see 24/7 when the shipping 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 Southampton (GBSOU) to Antwerp (BEANR): select your container

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Southampton – (GB SOU) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? Compare the options and book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, NYK, OOCL. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Southampton, Totton, Eastleigh, Winchester, Fareham, Gosport, Newport, Portsmouth, Ryde, Waterlooville, Havant, Christchurch, Salisbury, Andover, Bournemouth, Chichester, Basingstoke, Poole, Farnham, Bognor Regis. In the text box below you will find useful information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You may also like: Container Climate.

Advantages of a 20 foot container

20. ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to load, access, and handle, so the transport costs are quite low. Very 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 transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.600 kg.

Specifications of a 40 FT container

The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it very economical for shipping large cargo by sea. Good to know: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ edition. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Very suitable for high products.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The format is universal: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.500 kg.

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What is the meaning of FCL container?

When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then a full container is often worth it. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many pluses: It guarantees a faster transit time, less potential for damage and the rates are more favorable. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not efficient for small cargo types and unloading can be a hassle. There are also other departure ports. See for example Rotterdam to Southampton (GBSOU) and Hamburg to Southampton (GBSOU).

The meaning of FCL is: one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, MSC, COSCO.

(LCL) Less than container

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. What we mean by LCL is that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. The advantages of this option include: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is more flexible during peak-times. Disclaimer: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is a better choice. The total costs are calculated based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).

The goal of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3,5 m3 – 13,5 m3.
Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Yang Ming, HMM, ZIM, Evergreen.

Other types of containers and customization

You can choose from many types of boxes for ocean transport. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are specially developed transport options for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, grain, flour, or unique high value cargo. We explain everything below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Tripoli (LBKYE), port of Hamad (QAHMD), Napier (NZNPE) harbor and terminal Jakarta (IDJKT).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Kind of cargo: what are you going to transport?

Shipping goods by ocean from Antwerp (BEANR) to Southampton (GBSOU) has a lot of pluses: low cost, very safe and secure and eco-friendly. The main categories of ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, biofuels, hydrogen, chemicals, gasoline, diesel.
Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like salt, sugar, plates, lumber.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: freight like electronic goods, clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys, sports equipment + shoes, furniture, food, fashion, drinks.

All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)

How long does it take for a container ship to go from Antwerp to Southampton?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Southampton takes approximately 1 days. The total distance is approx. 335 nautical miles (M). That is about 620 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull and the propeller, sea weather condition and delay at the port.

What are the average costs of shipping container to Southampton (GBSOU)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Southampton (United Kingdom) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various ingredients such as cargo weight, shipping route and local handling fees. Message us for the best rates and current transit times.

Which customs documents do I need to provide?

When transporting goods to Southampton, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents are required: Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of United Kingdom or take a look at the website (www.abports.co.uk/Our_Locations/Southampton).

What Incoterm should i use?

Incoterms define the responsibilities and obligations of the buyer and seller. The most commonly used Incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the agreed port. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for all expenses the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).