I want to ship cargo from the port of Antwerp to an overseas destination. Who do I contact?

The on-line shipping database "Antwerp Departure List" allows you to retrieve shipping information for your selected destination and commodity. The query results include full contact details of the shipping agencies that offer departures to your destination. These agencies can inform you about the sea voyage and about the freight rates.
If you want assistance with the organisation of your transport and/or with customs formalities you can call on an Antwerp freight forwarder.

Which overseas ports are served from Antwerp?

The port of Antwerp offers some 300 liner services to over 800 overseas destinations. In order to verify if your destination is served from Antwerp, please consult the "Antwerp Departure List".

Who do I contact for rates and tariffs?

All logistic and transport services in the port of Antwerp are rendered by private companies. These companies work in a very competitive environment where rates are negotiable between the service provider and each individual customer. Because of this system, rates can easily be adapted to the quantity, the frequency and the nature of the cargo.
For information related to charges for ships calling at Antwerp (e.g. tonnage dues, berthing dues, towage and pilot dues…), please contact the Antwerp Port Authority

I need to make a report on the port of Antwerp. Where do I find information?

A lot of information is available on this website. The Index and Search engine might help you find what you are looking for. For very specific information you can send us an e-mail message: info@haven.antwerpen.be .

Who organises guided visits of the port of Antwerp for students and other groups?

Guided visits of the port of Antwerp are organised by the Port Centre Lillo.

How do I get in touch with an Antwerp freight forwarder?

The Antwerp Freight Forwarder's Association offers a searchable database on their homepage with contact details of all their members

How do I get in touch with an Antwerp shipping agency?

The Antwerp Shipping Federation offers a searchable database on their homepage with contact details of all their members.

Who manages the port of Antwerp?

The infrastructure (docks, locks, quay walls, bridges, …) is managed by the Antwerp Port Authority. The port terminals and warehouses are all privately operated and managed by private companies.

How do I ship a car from the port of Antwerp to an overseas destination?

The on-line shipping database "Antwerp Departure List" allows you to retrieve shipping information for your selected destination and cargo type. For the shipment of motor cars we suggest choosing a RO/RO (Roll-On/Roll-Off) vessel.
The query results include full contact details of the shipping agencies that offer departures to your destinations. These agencies can inform you in full detail about the sea voyage and about the freight rates. If you want assistance with the organisation of this transport and/or with customs formalities you can call on an Antwerp freight forwarder.

I am moving to another country. How do I ship my household items?

A number of specialised companies offer international removal services with a full door-to-door service. If you like to organise things yourself you can contact a shipping agency that offers LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments. Please use the "Antwerp Departure List". This on-line shipping database allows you to retrieve shipping information for your selected destination. The query results include full contact details of the shipping agencies that offer departures to your destination. These agencies can inform you about the sea voyage and the freight rates.

I would like to travel as a passenger on a cargo ship. Who do I contact?

Not many shipping lines allow passengers on cargo ships. Please use the "Antwerp Departure List". This on-line shipping database allows you to retrieve shipping information for your selected destinations. The query results include full contact details of the shipping agencies that offer departures to your destinations. These agencies can inform you about the possibility of travelling as a passenger on board the ship.

Where do I find information on cruise ships sailing from the port of Antwerp?

The Antwerp Tourist Office can inform you on cruise ships visiting the port of Antwerp, or you can find the information on this website.

Does the port of Antwerp have a customs area?

In Antwerp the entire port zone is considered a customs area. This means that in hundreds of public and private bonded warehouses goods can be stored, repacked, reconditioned, even processed without paying any customs duties or import taxes. Duties and taxes only apply if the goods are actually imported into the European market.

Where do I find investor information?

Investor information is provided by the Regional Development Authority  for the Province of Antwerp.

Where do I find information on setting up a distribution point in the port of Antwerp?

There are roughly three different distribution formulas in the port of Antwerp. Each of them relates to a different level of financial involvement and co-operation with a local partner.
Basic information can be found on our website. If you have more specific questions or if you are looking for a partnership to set-up your operation, please contacthe PR & Promotion department of the Antwerp Port Federation.

I want to travel to Antwerp. Where do I find information on visa requirements?

Detailed information on visa requirements is provided on the website of the Belgian Diplomatic Service