Container shipping Hamburg to Stockholm
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Stockholm (SESTO)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is great for bulk goods much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a container by sea with break bulk or semi-finished goods is easy with shippinglines like Ocean Network Express (ONE). Freight forwarders offer a lot of container-types. An important point of attention is a complete full container (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our transport agents we provide helpful information for international transport Stockholm (SE STO). We get you practical information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Besides this we share a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Describe what you want to transport and receive a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, safe and cost-effective way to transport bulk containers.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is suitable for international removals and exporting container cargo or personal goods.
- The Port of Stockholm is one of the most important ports in Sweden.
- The most commonly used containers are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Stockholm (SESTO) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your cargo is packed tightly in a container. The intermediary (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the departing port Stockholm (SE STO), and will be shipped overseas to the terminal at the destination harbor. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the schedule below we share important information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Stockholm |
| Country of destination | Sweden |
| Port Code | SESTO |
| Transport Time | +/- 3 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Port address | Magasin 3, Frihamnen P.O. Box 27314 Stockholm 102 54 Sweden |
| info@stoports.com | |
| Website | www.stoports.com |
| Phone number | 4686702600 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Stockholm
- Enter freight details
Enter the port of origin and destination of shipment. Choose if you want to ship a full container for yourself (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the dimensions of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Packing the container
Obviously, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To prevent damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Common Export Documents
When you transport goods to Stockholm (SESTO), you should organize various export documents (for fast customs clearance): packing list, packing declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract signed by the carrier to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The chosen Incoterm decides who takes care of, among other things, shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use cargo tracking to see where your shipment is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Stockholm (SESTO) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container type
You want to ship a container from port of Stockholm – (SE STO) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to ask an appropriate container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different container specifications (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are MSC. Major towns near the seaport are Stockholm, Solna, Lidingö, Boo, Tumba, Täby, Västerhaninge, Åkersberga, Upplands-Väsby, Vallentuna, Södertälje, Märsta, Bålsta, Nynäshamn, Strängnäs, Norrtälje, Uppsala, Uppsala, Enköping, Nyköping. In the box below you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Tank Container.
Advantages of a 20 FT container
20-foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are quite easy to transport, that means they are quite cheap. Very suitable for the transport of household goods and international removals. Keep in mind: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for sending goods with transport ships.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.800 kilogram.
Specifications of a 40 foot container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large volumes of cargo. What you may not know: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ version. You’ve got just a little extra height. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- It has the following dimensions: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.800 kg.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many advantages to it: efficient transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and insurance is more expensive. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Stockholm (SESTO) or Rotterdam to Stockholm (SESTO).
- The meaning of FCL is: the container only holds your cargo.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, CMA CGM, COSCO, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd.
(LCL) Less than container
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are many benefits like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you can save on inventory costs and it is more flexible during peak-times. Remark: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. The total costs are calculated based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- The meaning of LCL is: your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 2 m3 – 16,5 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, HMM, Evergreen, POL, Wan Hai.
Various other types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for ocean transport. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are innovative and special constructions for liquids, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or high class goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Manaus (BRMAO), port of Ube (JPUBJ), Sohar (OMSOH) harbor and terminal Pointe-a-Pierre (TTPTP).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.
Kind of load: what are you going to transport?
Shipping cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Stockholm (SESTO) has many benefits: low prices, best for Bulky Goods and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: containerized, roll on/roll off, neo bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, gasoline, petroleum, kerosene, biofuels, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like coils, plates, salt, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: cargo like clothes, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, toys, sports equipment and fashion, shoes, food, machines, drinks.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Stockholm takes around 3 days. The total distance is about 575 nautical miles. That is about 1065 km. If you ship something by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The exact shipping time depends on vessel speed, the sea conditions and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Stockholm (Sweden) are relatively cheap. The actual costs are determined by various parts such as type of goods transported, season and incoterms. Send us a message for a price proposal and transit times.
When you are sending goods to Stockholm, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Sweden or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.stoports.com).
Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party takes care of transportation and insurance to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).