Container shipping Hamburg to Pointe a Pierre
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Pointe-a-Pierre (TTPTP)? Sea freight has many pluses: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it’s convenient and it has live tracking. Ship a container overseas with roll on/roll off or cars can be facilitated by shippinglines like COSCO. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from various types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: Full Container Load (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our experts you will find dedicated information with a view to international transport Port of Spain (TT PTP). You can read up-to-date information about the various sea container types. You can make use of our step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Provide us with your transport details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, safe and inexpensive way to ship high volume products.
- When you compare it with air shipments, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for international removals and the transportation of liquids or personal effects.
- The Port of Pointe a Pierre is an important hub in Trinidad and Tobago.
- You can choose from the following containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Ventilated, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Pointe-a-Pierre (TTPTP) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your products are wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will reserve a container for you. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Port of Spain (TT PTP), and will be shipped by sea to the consignee at the destination harbor. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below we share facts about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Pointe a Pierre |
| Country of destination | Trinidad and Tobago |
| Port Code | TTPTP |
| Transportation time | +/- 25 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Office address | Administrative Building, 1 Dock Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago |
| E-mail address | vilmal@patnt.com |
| Website | www.patnt.com/ |
| Phone | 868623-2901 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Pointe a Pierre
- Details of your shipping
Enter the departing port and destination of shipment. Also indicate whether you prefer (FCL) full containers or (LCL) Less Container Load. You also choose the size of the container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Packing the freight
Primarily, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Customs documents and procedures
When you import goods from Pointe-a-Pierre (TTPTP), you need to share special export documents (for fast customs clearance): bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a legal document signed by the carrier to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm shows who assumes the risk of, for example, shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your shipping is at this moment. You can check the status when the load is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Pointe-a-Pierre (TTPTP) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a container that suits your cargo
You are going to ship a container from port of Pointe a Pierre – (TT PTP) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is necessary to ask an appropriate container. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the section below you will find useful information about the most popular container types. We also offer more information about Piano transport.
Information and benefits of 20ft container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known under the name dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects and international removals. Pro tip: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- A very popular box for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.700 kilogram.
Specifications of a forty foot container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Good to know: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. They are 9’6 tall. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.500 kg.
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FCL: Full Container
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. It is a popular transport method: efficient transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are also disadvantages: the transshipment is more complex and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Pointe-a-Pierre (TTPTP) or Rotterdam to Pointe-a-Pierre (TTPTP).
- The idea of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CMA CGM.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
With a small freight, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The goal of LCL is that you share space with others. There are multiple advantages: you pay only for the volume you need, less inventory costs & management and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Notable: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- What we mean by LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 1,5 m3 and 13 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. POL, ZIM, Evergreen, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.
Various other types of containers
The range of boxes is very varied for the international transport of your cargo by sea. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. But there are also specific options for oils, flowers, fruit or unique high value cargo. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also read more information about shipments to Huangpu (CNHUA), port of Hulaylah (AEHTL), Kandla (INIXY) harbor and terminal Grangemouth (GBGRG).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.
Main types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Importing cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Pointe a Pierre (TTPTP) has many benefits: you can ship large volumes at low costs, best for Bulky Goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Popular types of ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: containerized, liquid bulk, break bulk, neo bulk, roll on/roll off. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, gasoline, chemicals, diesel, hydrogen, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also plates, salt, cement, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: freight like art and antiques, clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys, sports equipment and food, shoes, furniture, fashion, drinks.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Pointe a Pierre takes around 25 days. The total distance is approximately 5900 nautical miles (M). That equates to 10927 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, there are 2 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, wind force and wind direction and type of shipment.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Pointe a Pierre (Trinidad and Tobago) are relatively expensive. The total sum is determined by important aspects like cargo weight, season and currency. Fill in the request form for a customised quote and extra info.
When you are exporting goods to Port of Spain, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents are important: Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses. For more detailed information please contact the customs of Trinidad and Tobago or check the official website for more info (www.patnt.com/).
Incoterms define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter bears responsibility for the transportation to the required port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller must arrange everything regarding the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).