Container shipping Hamburg to Bremen

You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Bremen (DEBRE)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s transparant and you can track the cargo in real time. Exporting a container overseas with refrigerated cargo or vehicles is easy with shippinglines like Zhonggu Logistics Corporation. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from and a wide range of container types. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via our portal you will find practical information for international transport Bremen (DE BRE). We provide you with practical information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. For this we offer a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Share your cargo and transport wishes and get a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, trustworthy and affordable way to transport bulk containers.
When we compare this to air freight, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
Sea freight is excellent for worldwide relocations and the transportation of liquid bulk or bikes.
The Port of Bremen is an important logistics artery in Germany.
Frequently used containers types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Bremen (DEBRE) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your products are stored in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin Bremen (DE BRE), and will be shipped over the sea to the customs at the destination harbor. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the schedule below you will find some basic data of the POD (Port Of Destination).

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Bremen
Country of destination	Germany
Port Code	DEBRE
Transportation time	+/- 2 days
Shipping prices	$
Office address	Hansestadt Bremisches, Ueberseetor 2, Bremen, Germany
E-mail address	bremen-port@hbh.bremen.de
Website	www.bremen-ports.de
Phone number	494213618504

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Bremen

Details of your shipping
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival harbour. Decide if you will ship FCL (Full Container Load) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Cargo preparations
Obviously, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
Common Export Documents
When exporting goods to Bremen (DEBRE), you should organize relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): bill of lading, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing declaration, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a required document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper describing the correct state of goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are important to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, export/import documents, insurances and transport. Much chosen incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Live tracking of the shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your container is right now. You can check easily when the load is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Bremen (DEBRE) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choose container

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Bremen – (DE BRE) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is necessary to book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and methods (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Major shipping lines that sail here include NSC. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Bremen, Ritterhude, Stuhr, Lilienthal, Delmenhorst, Osterholz-Scharmbeck, Schwanewede, Worpswede, Ganderkesee, Hude, Oyten, Achim, Elsfleth, Syke, Ottersberg, Hatten, Bassum, Brake, Wildeshausen, Langwedel. Below you will find useful information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. We are happy to provide you with more information about Insulated Containers.

Advantages of a 20ft container

20. ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for all types of cargo, including household goods and international movings. Nice to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.

A very popular box for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.200 kg.

Important specifications of the forty foot container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. In conclusion, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ version. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Ideal if you have high cargo.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions are standard: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
The maximum load is +/- 28.200 kilogram.

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Use a Full Container (FCL)

If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. This has multiple advantages: It allows for a faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it is cheaper per unit. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and the financial risk is much greater. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Bremen (DEBRE) or Rotterdam to Bremen (DEBRE).

The goal of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, ONE, COSCO, MSC.

When is a LCL container a good choice?

If you don’t prefer a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The concept of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. The advantages of this option include: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, you spend less on inventory space and it is faster during peak-season. Watch out: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. LCL cost is calculated by the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.

LCL Means that means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 3,5 m3 & 15 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, HMM.

Alternative container types

The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Besides this, there are also applications for oils or chemicals, grain, flour, or high class goods. Our expert has laid out a list below. You can also look further at transport options in Khalifa (AEKHL), port of Galveston (USGLS), Puerto de Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC) harbor and terminal Izmir (TRIZM).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.

Open-Top Containers: ideal for logs, machinery, and odd-sized items.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.

Load types: What do you want to ship?

Exporting goods by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Bremen (DEBRE) has lots of advantages: attractive prices, there are lots of different shipping options and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: break bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
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, chemicals, biofuels, gasoline, hydrogen, diesel.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and rods, plates, salt, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: freight like toys, sports equipment, art and antiques, clothes, electronic goods + shoes, fashion, food, machines, furniture.

All about international transport (FAQ)

What is the estimated transit time from Hamburg to Bremen?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Bremen lasts about 2 days. The distance between the two ports is about 50 nautical miles. Converted that is 93 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: draft and speed, weather and type and weight of cargo.

What are the all-in costs of shipping a container to Bremen (DEBRE)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Bremen (Germany) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by various factors such as cargo type, shipping time and supply and demand. Feel free to contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

What documents do you need for customs?

When transporting goods to Bremen, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You need to present the following documents: Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate. For more information, please contact the customs of Germany or view the website of the port/government (www.bremen-ports.de).

Which Incoterm is the best to choose for?

The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. For sea transportation, we usually use CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party pays for delivering the goods to the port of origin. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller has the responsibility for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).