Container shipping Hamburg to Westport
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Westport (NZWSZ)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it’s convenient and it is trustworthy. Shipping a container with sea freight such as gas-based fuels or semi-finished goods can be arranged by shipping companies such as Zhonggu Logistics Corporation. You can book various types of containers. An important distinction is a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport agents we give lots of practical information with a view to international transport Westport (NZ WSZ). We offer comprehensive information about the various sea container types. You can make use of our step-by-step import plan. Provide us with your transport details and get a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, staunch and relatively cheap way to import and export goods internationally.
- When we compare this to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight provides services for international movings and carrying ro-ro or furniture.
- The Port of Westport is an important hub in New Zealand.
- Popular container types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Tank, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Westport (NZWSZ) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your cargo is loaded into the container. The middleman (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of Westport (NZ WSZ), and will be shipped over the sea to the agent at the arrival harbour. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the attached table you will find practical information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Westport |
| Country of destination | New Zealand |
| Port Code | NZWSZ |
| Transportation time | +/- 63 days |
| Shipping rates | $$ |
| Port address | P. O. Box 335, Palmerston Street, Westport, New Zealand |
| westportharbour-nz@xtra.co.nz | |
| Website | www.westportharbour.co.nz/ |
| Phone number | 6437888081 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Westport
- Enter freight details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the arrival harbour. Also indicate whether you prefer a complete full container (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Pack you load
To start with, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent damage, it is a good idea to use pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Common Export Documents
If you want to send cargo to Westport (NZWSZ), please pay attention to the necessary relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The chosen Incoterm decides who bears responsibility for e.g. export/import documents, insurances and transport. The most common incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your shipment is right now. You can see 24/7 when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Westport (NZWSZ) to Hamburg (DEHAM): match your cargo with container type
You are going to ship a container from port of Westport – (NZ WSZ) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to book the right container for your cargo. Based on your load you choose a size (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container agreements (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the text box below you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. Also click further for information about Dry Van Containers.
Explanation of the twenty foot container
20 ft. containers (also known as dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are relatively easy to ship, which results in lower shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal items or international movings. Keep in mind: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- A very popular box for transporting cargo by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.800 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40 foot container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Moreover, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ variant. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Stuff can be stacked high.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- It has the following dimensions: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.000 kg.
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What does FCL container mean in shipping?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many advantages to it: Usually a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and and it is cheaper per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: the transshipment is more complex and the financial risk is much greater. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Westport (NZWSZ) and Rotterdam to Westport (NZWSZ).
- The concept of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, MSC, COSCO, CMA CGM, ONE.
Information about LCL containers
With a small freight, you can use be made of a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The goal of LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. The advantages of this option include: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, you can save on inventory costs and it is faster during peak-season. Important: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- With LCL transport, your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3 m3 – 13 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, POL, Yang Ming.
Information about other types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oils or chemicals, grain, flour, or fragile items. You can read more about it below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Genoa (ITGOA), port of AL Khoms (LYKHO), Los Angeles (USLAX) harbor and terminal Rio Haina (DOHAI).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: ventilation is provided by openings in the top and bottom side rails.
Load types: what are you going to transport?
Transporting cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Westport (NZWSZ) have all kinds of advantages: attractive prices, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and very flexible. Much seen ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: roll on/roll off, neo bulk, break bulk, containerized, liquid bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, petroleum, chemicals, diesel, biofuels, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also lumber, plates, salt, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: items like toys, art and antiques, sports equipment, electronic goods, clothes or furniture, drinks, machines, shoes, fashion.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Westport takes about 63 days. The total distance is approximately 14800 nautical miles (nmi). That equates to 27410 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: draft and speed, weather and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Westport (New Zealand) are average. The total sum is determined by various ingredients such as cargo dimension, shipping time and currency. Request a quote without obligation for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you send goods to Westport, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading. For more detailed information then we advise you to contact the customs of New Zealand or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.westportharbour.co.nz/).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the agreed port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).