Container shipping Hamburg to Paramaribo
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Paramaribo (SRPBM)? Sea freight has many pluses: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is great for bulk goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Transporting a container by sea with liquid bulk or machinery can be outsourced to e.g. X-Press Feeders. You can choose from a lot of container-types. Transporters make a distinction between Full Container Load (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we provide you with dedicated information regarding international transport Paramaribo (SR PBM). We provide practical information about the different types of containers. Besides this we share a export plan in 5 steps. Provide us with your transport details and receive a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, safe and inexpensive way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air transport, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide removals and exporting liquids or equipment.
- The Port of Paramaribo is an important hub in Suriname.
- You can choose from the following containers: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Tank, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Paramaribo (SRPBM) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your material is packed tightly in a container. Your freight forwarder will arrange the container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure Paramaribo (SR PBM), and will be transported by sea to the recipient at the port of destination. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the next section we offer useful information about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Paramaribo |
| Country of destination | Suriname |
| Port Code | SRPBM |
| Transportation time | +/- 25 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$ |
| Local address | Van ‘t Hogerhuysstraat, Paramaribo, Suriname |
| smeport@sr.net | |
| Website | www.gov.sr |
| Phone | 597402375 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Paramaribo
- Enter freight details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD. Specify your preference: full containers (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Export documents
If you ship goods to Paramaribo (SRPBM), you should organize up-to-date export documents (for fast customs clearance): bill of lading, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing list, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The chosen Incoterm decides who takes care of, among other things, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Follow your cargo live
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can check the status when the ship is departed from POL (Port of loading), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Paramaribo (SRPBM) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick your container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Paramaribo – (SR PBM) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Compare the options and rent a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container specifications (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the following summary we put everything together and offer information about the most common sizes and types. You can also click directly to information about Container Insurance.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
20. ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to stack, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal items or international removals. Pro tip: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is widely used for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.900 kg.
What you need to know about the 40 ft container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Moreover, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ deal. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The format is almost always the same: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.400 kg.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
When you need a lot of container space, then a full container is often worth it. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The benefits are great: ideal transit time, less potential for damage and and it is cheaper per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: you need large volume to be viable and you have higher inventory costs. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Paramaribo (SRPBM) and Rotterdam to Paramaribo (SRPBM).
- The idea 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.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, COSCO, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd.
What does LCL container mean in shipping?
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL means that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. The advantages of this option include: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, you can save on inventory costs and it is faster during peak-season. Disclaimer: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total shipping costs are related to the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- What we mean by LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 1,5 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, ZIM, Evergreen, POL, HMM.
Special containers for special freight
The range of boxes is very varied for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. But there are also specific options for oil or petroleum, grain, flour, or fragile items. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also read more information about shipments to Juba (SDJUM), port of Haikou (CNHAK), La Spezia (ITSPE) harbor and terminal Pago-Pago (ASPPG).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.
Main types of ocean freight: what do you want to transport by sea?
Importing stuff by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Paramaribo (SRPBM) has many benefits: low maintenance cost, high sea vessel load capacity and eco-friendly. Popular types of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, containerized, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, biofuels, gasoline, chemicals, petroleum, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also lumber, sugar, plates, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: load like medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, clothes, toys, sports equipment & shoes, machines, fashion, food, furniture.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Paramaribo takes about 25 days. The distance between the two ports is about 5800 nautical miles. Converted that is 10742 km. When you have booked a sea freight you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The exact shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, weather conditions and any technical malfunctions.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Paramaribo (Suriname) are slightly above average. The total cost is subject to various parts such as cargo type, the total distance to the delivery destination and conditions. Send us a message for a quote for your transport.
When you are sending goods to Paramaribo, then there are some important customs clearance documents. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses. For additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Suriname or take a look at the website (www.gov.sr).
Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller pays for all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the named port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller takes care of the freight until all cargo is on the ship. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).