Container shipping Hamburg to Balboa

Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Balboa (PABLB)? Sea freight is very useful: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is great for bulk goods and it is safe. Transporting containers with freight like roll on/roll off or machinery is very easy with e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). They can get you many different types of shipping containers. An important point of attention is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our portal we provide dedicated information regarding international transport Balboa (PA BLB). You will find practical information about the different types of containers. For this we offer a step-by-step export plan. Contact u directly and you will get a competitive quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a professional, secure and cost-effective way to import and export goods internationally.
Advantages compared to air freight: it offers more capacity and value.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for worldwide relocations and the transit of refrigerated cargo or cars.
The Port of Balboa is an important logistics artery in Panama.
The most commonly used containers are: twenty footers, forty footers and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Tank, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Balboa (PABLB) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your goods are transferred in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Balboa (PA BLB), and will be shipped by ocean to the agent at the arrival port. You can book various solutions like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, 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 Balboa
Country of destination	Panama
Port Code	PABLB
Transportation time	+/- 30 days
Shipping rates	$$$$
Port address	Arnulfo Arias Madrid Avenue, Building 1501, P.O. Box 0843-00574, Panama, Panama
E-mail address	info@ppc.com.pa
Website	www.presidencia.gob.pa
Phone	507-2075100

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Balboa

Details of your shipment
Enter the port of origin (POO) and destination of shipment. Specify your preference: (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also select container size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
Prepare your package
To begin, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Export documents
If you are going to transport cargo to Balboa (PABLB), you should think about up-to-date export documents (on behalf of national customs): bill of lading, certificates of origin, packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document signed by the carrier describing the correct state of goods and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Find your incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm states who will pay for things like shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Frequently used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
Track Sea Cargo
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your container is at this moment. You can see exactly when the shipping is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Balboa (PABLB) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight

You want to ship a container from port of Balboa – (PA BLB) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to get a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (twenty foot, forty foot) and methods (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Popular shipping lines include APL, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, ZIM. Important towns around the port are Balboa, Ancón, Panamá, Arraiján, Veracruz, Paraíso, San Miguelito, San Vicente de Bique, Vista Alegre, Las Cumbres, Nuevo Guararé, Nuevo Arraiján, Taboga, Nuevo Emperador, Puerto Caimito, La Cabima, Santa Clara, Caimitillo, Chilibre, Calzada Larga. In the section below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular products. You may also like: International Movings.

Explanation of the 20ft container

20-foot containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Very suitable for the transport of personal stuff or international removals. Pro tip: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.

This box is widely used for transporting goods by means of shipping.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.900 kilogram.

Important specifications of the 40 foot container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. What you may not know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ variant. You’ve got just a little extra height. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.300 kilogram.

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Information about Full Container (FCL)

If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then it is usually better to book a full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, less potential for damage and you pay lower price per unit. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and it is hard to book during peak season. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Balboa (PABLB) and Rotterdam to Balboa (PABLB).

What we mean by FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. ONE, COSCO, MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM.

Use a Less than container (LCL)

With a small freight, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The idea of LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and more flexible during intense shipping season. Important: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is probably your best bet. The shipping rates are based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.

LCL means that you reserve space in a partial container.
The best choice for a charge between 3 m3 & 13,5 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
Easier to book during peak season.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, POL.

Other special types of containers

The range of boxes is very varied for shipping your items. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. Special boxes are also being used for liquid bulk, wheat, barley and cocoa or unique high value cargo. We’ve explained it all below. You can also look further at transport options in Haiphong (VNHPH), port of Boston (USBOS), Evyap (TREYP) harbor and terminal Muara (BNMUA).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.

Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.

Kind of load: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Transporting goods by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Balboa (PABLB) is very popular because of low prices, very safe and secure and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Relevant ocean cargo categories exported via sea lines are: roll on/roll off, neo bulk, liquid bulk, break bulk, containerized. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, gasoline, petroleum, diesel, kerosene, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sand, salt, rods, lumber.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
Retail & other: freight like sports equipment, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, toys, art and antiques + machines, shoes, food, fashion, furniture.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

How many days does it take to ship from Hamburg to Balboa?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Balboa takes approx 30 days. The total distance is about 6900 nautical miles. This is roughly equivalent to 12779 km. In case of sea freight, there are 2 important values, 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 has several factors: displacement of the vessel, sea weather condition and type of shipment.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Balboa (PABLB)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Balboa (Panama) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by various parts such as type of goods transported, shipping route and exchange rates. Message us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.

What documents do you need for customs?

When transporting goods to Balboa, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of Panama or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.presidencia.gob.pa).

What Incoterm should i use?

Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the port of origin. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller is responsible for all expenses the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).