Looking for an efficient and cost-effective way to transport your goods to and from Belgium? Find out why our groupage service is the ideal solution for your transportation needs.
At Neele-Vat, your specialist in logistics solutions, we understand the challenges of transporting smaller shipments. Groupage is an expertise of ours, combining multiple smaller shipments into one efficient larger load. This approach is ideally suited for companies that do not have the capacity to fill an entire truck. Our specialized groupage services offer a cost-effective and environmentally conscious choice for your international transportation needs.
Groupage to Belgium requires a logistics director who brings volumes together smartly without losing speed. We arrange the entire process, including customs formalities, so your goods reach the border smoothly and on time.
Bundle your shipments with other commodity flows for optimal fill rates and lower costs.
Manage the entire route through fixed departure times and optimized routes.
Your business in motion
Flexible, fast and in full control
With groupage, you only pay for the space your shipment uses. So you transport smaller loads efficiently and reliably, without the cost of a full truck.
Do you have larger or urgent shipments? In that case, we also offer FTL, Express transport, customized transport, or ADR.
Whatever form of transport your cargo requires, we provide a professional and smoothly directed transport route to Belgium.
Do you have specific requirements for your transportation? Talk to our specialists.
Useful to know
Important information about Belgium
Driving bans and accessibility
Belgium has no general weekend or holiday driving ban for regular freight traffic. However, additional restrictions apply to exceptional transport. Vehicles weighing more than 60 metric tons, wider than 3.5 meters, or longer than 27 meters are not permitted to drive between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. In addition, restrictions may apply in the event of slippery conditions or poor visibility, for example, when visibility is less than 200 meters.
For exceptional transport, a weekend restriction also applies from 12:00 p.m. on Saturday to 12:00 a.m. on Sunday. Exceptions are specified for certain crane vehicles weighing up to 96 metric tons or with a width of up to 3.0 meters.
Special circumstances
In addition, maximum standard dimensions apply to freight traffic, including a height of 4.00 meters, a width of 2.55 meters, and 2.60 meters for refrigerated vehicles. For longer or wider shipments, additional markings, lighting, and reflectors may be required. In the case of non-standard dimensions or weights, the route is coordinated in advance to comply with applicable restrictions.
Neele-Vat provides daily road transport to and from Belgium. For full truckloads (FTL), LTL (less-than-truckloads), and groupage shipments, transit time is typically 1 business day. Due to the short distance and daily departures, shipments can be scheduled quickly and flexibly. Time-specific delivery at an agreed-upon time is possible upon consultation.
For exceptional transport, additional rules apply regarding dimensions, weights, and driving times. Restrictions may apply during peak hours and on weekends for very wide, long, or heavy shipments. Neele-Vat takes these factors into account during planning to ensure the most suitable route and departure time are selected.
Shipment Type
What It Entails
Transit time
Explanation
FTL
(Nearly) full truck, drives straight through
1 business day
Suitable for larger loads and full truckloads.
LTL
LTL shipments starting at 3 pallets
1 business day
For shipments that do not require a full truckload.
Groupage
Small shipment, fewer than 3 pallets
1 business day
Due to the short distance, groupage shipments can also be handled quickly.
Departure Dates
Frequency of departures
Every day
FTL and LTL shipments depart daily.
Time-Sensitive Delivery
Delivery at an agreed-upon time
To be determined
A time-specific delivery can be arranged in advance
Exceptional transport
Transportation of oversized or overweight cargo
Route-dependent
Additional driving restrictions apply to wide, long, or heavy loads.
Weekend and time restrictions
Restrictions on Exceptional Transport
Depending on the vehicle and dimensions
For certain exceptional shipments, restrictions apply during rush hour and on weekends.
Useful to know
Important holidays in Belgium
January 1 - New Year's Day
c.a. March/April (date varies) - Easter Monday
May 1 - Labor Day
c.a. May (date varies) - Ascension Day
c.a. May/June (date varies) - Whit Monday
July 21 - National holiday
August 15 – Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
November 1 - All Saints' Day
Nov. 11 - Armistice Day
December 25 - Christmas
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Frequently Asked Questions About Transportation in Belgium
How long does transport from the Netherlands to Belgium take?
For transport to and from Belgium, the transit time at Neele-Vat is typically 1 business day. This applies to groupage, LTL, and full truckload (FTL) shipments.
How often do trucks depart for Belgium?
Neele-Vat provides daily FTL and LTL transportation to and from Belgium. This allows shipments to be scheduled quickly and flexibly.
What is the difference between FTL, LTL, and groupage shipments to Belgium?
In FTL (Full Truck Load), an entire or nearly entire truck is used for a single shipment. LTL (Less Than Truck Load) is suitable for partial loads that share the cargo space with other shipments. Smaller shipments can be combined via groupage. According to Belgian country information, a transit time of approximately 1 business day applies to all three.
Can I arrange for a delivery at a specific time in Belgium?
Yes. A time-specific delivery in Belgium is possible by arrangement. Please provide the desired unloading time in advance so that it can be factored into the transport planning.
What are the maximum standard dimensions for trucks in Belgium?
According to the information on the Belgian country page, the maximum height is 4.00 meters and the standard width is 2.55 meters. For refrigerated vehicles, the maximum width is 2.60 meters.
What are the maximum lengths for freight traffic in Belgium?
For a truck with a trailer, the maximum length is 18.75 meters. For a tractor-trailer, it is 16.50 meters. A single truck or trailer may be no more than 12.00 meters long.
When do time restrictions apply to exceptional transport in Belgium?
According to the available information, vehicles wider than 4 meters or longer than 30 meters are permitted on the road daily between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Additional restrictions apply to certain other heavy or oversized shipments.
Is heavy or oversized transport allowed to operate during rush hour in Belgium?
Not always. Vehicles weighing more than 60 metric tons, wider than 3.5 meters, or longer than 27 meters are not permitted to operate between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Are there weekend restrictions on exceptional transport in Belgium?
Yes. According to the available information, a driving ban applies to exceptional transport from 12:00 p.m. on Saturday until 12:00 a.m. on Sunday.
Is exceptional transport permitted during inclement weather?
For certain heavy, wide, or long shipments, restrictions apply in cases of slippery conditions and poor visibility. In the available information, poor visibility is defined as a visibility distance of less than 200 meters.
Are there any exceptions to the driving restrictions for exceptional transport?
Yes. The information regarding Belgium lists exceptions for certain cranes up to 96 metric tons or up to 3.0 meters wide. Whether an exception applies in a specific situation must be determined in advance.
What additional labeling is required for wide or long shipments in Belgium?
Additional markings may be required for non-standard dimensions. For wider shipments, perimeter lights and reflectors are among the requirements. For longer shipments, a red marker sign with lighting and reflectors may be necessary.
Through the Neele-Vat network, you can ship groupage, partial loads, and full truckloads quickly and reliably to any destination. This also applies to intermodal transport and express shipments.
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