Container shipping Hamburg to Amsterdam
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Amsterdam (NLAMS)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it’s transparant and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting a sea container with refrigerated cargo or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like Ocean Network Express (ONE). When you want to forward a container, you can choose from many different sizes and types of shipping containers. You have to choose between (FCL) full containers and a shared container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we provide accurate information for international transport Amsterdam (NL AMS). We provide you with up-to-date information about the different types of sea containers. For this we offer a 5 step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and we get you a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a good, sure and low cost-way to transport bulk containers.
- When you compare it with air shipments, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide relocations and shipping dry bulk or personal effects.
- The Port of Amsterdam is a frequently chosen port in Netherlands.
- You can choose from the following containers: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Flat Rack, Insulated, Hard-Top, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Amsterdam (NLAMS) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your personal stuff is transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will reserve a container for you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departure port Amsterdam (NL AMS), and will be transported by sea to the importer at the destination harbor. There are different kind of options: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the attached table we provide you with details about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Amsterdam |
| Country of destination | Netherlands |
| Port Code | NLAMS |
| Transit Time | +/- 2 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Port address | De Ruyterkade 7, 1013 AA Amsterdam, Postbus 19406, Amsterdam 1000 GK, Netherlands |
| marketing@amsterdamports.nl | |
| Website | www.amsterdamports.nl |
| Telephone number | 3120-5234500 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Amsterdam
- Shipment details
Enter the departing port and the arrival port. Choose if you want to ship FCL (Full Container Load) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also select the desired size (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Freight preparations
To begin, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Customs document
If you are going to transport cargo to Amsterdam (NLAMS), you must send several export documents (to the national customs): packing declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading, packing list, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that everything is ready to ship.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The agreed Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use cargo tracking to check where your shipment is at this moment. You will get a notification when the ship is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Amsterdam (NLAMS) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick a container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Amsterdam – (NL AMS) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is necessary to ask an appropriate container. They come in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container specifications (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Many international shipping lines operate this route. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the following summary you can read all important information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You can also click directly to information about Furniture transport.
Explanation about a 20ft container
Twenty Foot Containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are quite easy to transport, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal items and removals. What you might not know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- The most commonly used box for transporting cargo by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.100 kilogram.
Advantages of a 40 foot container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. What you may not know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ version. They are 9’6 tall. Very suitable for high products.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.700 kilogram.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, than you can reserve your own full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. The advantages are great: optimal transit time, limited chance of damage and it’s more cost-effective. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transshipment is more complex and unloading can be a hassle. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Amsterdam (NLAMS) or Rotterdam to Amsterdam (NLAMS).
- FCL Means that means that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO, CMA CGM.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, a shared container can be used. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The idea of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. The advantages of this option include: you pay only for the volume you need, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and easy time-management and scheduling. Worth mentioning: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- LCL means that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 4 m3 and 13 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai, HMM, ZIM.
Information about other types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. There are specially developed transport options for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, flowers, fruit or high class goods. You can read more about it below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Khorramshahr (IRKHO), port of King Abdullah (SAKAC), Wellington (NZWLG) harbor and terminal El Guamache (VEEGU).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Freight types: what are you going to transport?
Importing cargo by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Amsterdam (NLAMS) has many benefits: attractive pricing, high sea vessel load capacity and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories shipped via sea routes are: containerized, break bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, diesel, petroleum, hydrogen, biofuels, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and lumber, cement, plates, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: freight like sports equipment, art and antiques, electronic goods, clothes, medical/pharmacy and furniture, machines, shoes, food, fashion.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Amsterdam takes on average 2 days. The total distance is approximately 175 nautical miles. Converted that is 324 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, you have to take into account 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. The exact shipping time depends on draft and speed, wind force and wind direction and any technical malfunctions.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Amsterdam (Netherlands) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by various components as the size of the container, shipping time and currency. Send us a message for a quote for your transport.
When transporting goods to Amsterdam, there are documents you need for customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin. For additional information and answers to questions please contact the customs of Netherlands or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.amsterdamports.nl).
Incoterms describe the rights and obligations of both seller and buyer. The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the agreed port. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller is responsible for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).