Container shipping Antwerp to Teesport

Would you like to ship a container from Antwerp to Teesport (GBTEE)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s convenient and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a sea container with liquids or personal goods can be outsourced to e.g. Ocean Network Express (ONE). Freight forwarders offer and a wide range of container types. An important distinction is (FCL) full containers and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport specialists we provide lots of practical information for international transport Teesport (GB TEE). We provide inside-information about the different types and ways of sea freight. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and we will prepare a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is an innovative, trouble-free and cheap way to ship high volume products.
Advantages compared to air freight: it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
Sea freight is perfect for international relocations and importing liquid bulk or bikes.
The Port of Teesport is an important logistics artery in United Kingdom.
You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Teesport (GBTEE) from Antwerp (BEANR)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your articles are packed tightly in a container. Your freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Teesport (GB TEE), and will be shipped overseas to the recipient at the arrival harbour. You need to make a choose out of: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below you will find practical information about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Antwerp (BEANR)
Country of departure	Belgium
Port of destination	Port of Teesport
Country of destination	United Kingdom
Port Code	GBTEE
Transportation time	+/- 1 days
Shipping costs	$
Local address	17-27 Queen’s Square, Middlesbrough TS2 1AH, United Kingdom
Mail	Trevor.Meredith@pdports.co.uk
Website	www.pdports.co.uk/
Phone	441642877000

Freight Forwarder Antwerp – port of Teesport

Shipment details
Enter the origin of shipment and the POD (port of destination). Choose how you want to transport: full containers (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also select the desired size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
Prepare your package
Obviously, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you are going to transport goods to Teesport (GBTEE), you need to share relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document signed by the carrier to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm states who is the risk-bearing party for shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
Follow your cargo live
Use container track and trace to see where your freight is right now. They will send you a mail when the vessel is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from Teesport (GBTEE) to Antwerp (BEANR): find a container that suits your cargo

You need to ship a container from port of Teesport – (GB TEE) to port of Antwerp – (BE ANR)? The first step is to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and multiple transport options (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the section below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular products. You can also click directly to information about Palletwide Containers.

Information and benefits of twenty foot container

20. ft. containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which means they are cheaper to ship. Very suitable for the transport of personal items or international removals. Good to know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.

The most commonly used box for transporting cargo by sea.
The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.100 kg.

What you need to know about the 40 foot container

A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large cargo by sea. What you may not know: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ deal. They are 9’6 tall. Very suitable for high products.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
The dimensions are the same internationally: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.700 kg.

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What does FCL container mean in shipping?

If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then you can book your own full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. There are many advantages to it: optimal transit time, limited damage risk and you pay lower price per unit. There are also disadvantages: the transshipment is more complex and you have higher inventory costs. There are also other departure ports. See for example Rotterdam to Teesport (GBTEE) and Hamburg to Teesport (GBTEE).

The premise of FCL is that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, COSCO, MSC.

What is the meaning of LCL container?

If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). With LCL transport, multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. The advantages of this option include: you can save money on smaller shipments, the handling and insurance costs are limited and easy time-management and scheduling. Notable: if you can fill more than half of a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).

With LCL transport, you reserve space in a partial container.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 3,5 m3 & 14 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, POL, HMM, Yang Ming, ZIM.

Information about other types of containers

There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are innovative and special constructions for oils or chemicals, wheat, barley and cocoa or very exclusive stuff. We’ve explained it all below. Also check other destinations such as Hamad (QAHMD), port of Tincan (NGTIN), Wuhan (CNWUH) harbor and terminal Yangzhou (CNYZH).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.

Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Freight types: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Shipping cargo by sea from Antwerp (BEANR) to Teesport (GBTEE) has many benefits: it is economical, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and it’s better for the environment than air freight. The most important ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: liquid bulk, break bulk, containerized, neo bulk, dry bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, chemicals, biofuels, kerosene, gasoline, petroleum.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and lumber, sand, rods, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
Retail & other: load like art and antiques, sports equipment, electronic goods, clothes, medical/pharmacy & shoes, food, furniture, machines, drinks.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

What is the sea shipping time for goods from Antwerp to Teesport?

Shipping a container from Antwerp (BE) to Teesport takes approx 1 days. The distance between the two ports is about 335 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 620 km. If you choose transport by sea, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The precise shipping time depends on the speed of the boat, weather and port inspection.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Teesport (GBTEE)?

Shipping rates from Antwerp (Belgium) to Teesport (United Kingdom) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various parts such as cargo type, shipping time and pickup charges and Do not hesitate to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.

What customs documents do i need?

When you send goods to Teesport, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin. For more detailed information then we advise you to contact the customs of United Kingdom or take a look at the website (www.pdports.co.uk/).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller covers the costs of transporting the cargo to the port of origin. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).