Container shipping Hamburg to Cartagena
Would you like to ship a container from Hamburg to Cartagena (COCTG)? Sea freight is very practical: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is economical and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting a sea container with ro-ro or furniture is easy with shippinglines like TS Lines. Freight forwarders offer all kind of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between a full container for yourself (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via this website we provide up-to-date information about international transport Cartagena (CO CTG). You will find inside-information about the different types and ways of sea freight. For this we offer a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and you will get a competitive quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, staunch and cost-effective way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and transporting roll on/roll off or personal effects.
- The Port of Cartagena is a popular port in Colombia.
- The range of containers includes: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
Main topics
Shipping to Cartagena (COCTG) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting items or goods by ship. Your goods are loaded into the container. Your freight forwarder sends the location details to you. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Cartagena (CO CTG), and will be shipped over the sea to the recipient at the arrival harbour. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you can read different kind of info about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Cartagena |
| Country of destination | Colombia |
| Port Code | COCTG |
| Transit Time | +/- 28 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$$ |
| Local address | Manga Terminal Maritimo, Cartagena A.A 7954, Colombia |
| E-mail address | colombia@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | albatros.puertocartagena.com |
| Telephone number | (57)(5)6608071 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Cartagena
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the destination harbor. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also select container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Packing the container
To start with, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To prevent accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Common Export Documents
If you are going to transport goods to Cartagena (COCTG), you should think about relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): packing declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing list, export/import customs declaration. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The chosen Incoterm decides how much responsibility you have for export/import documents, insurances and transport. Popular incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track your cargo
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your load is right now. You can see in realtime when the freight has been loaded at the POL (port of origin), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Cartagena (COCTG) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick your container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Cartagena – (CO CTG) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is highly recommended to pick the right container type. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and methods (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hamburg Sud, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, ZIM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Cartagena, Turbaco, Santa Rosa, Turbaná, Clemencia, Arjona, Villanueva, Santa Catalina, San Estanislao, Mahates, Soplaviento, Repelón, Luruaco, San Pablo, María la Baja, Piojó, Arroyohondo, Manatí, Santa Lucía, San Cristóbal. In the paragraph below you will find extensive information and advice about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You can also click directly to information about Dry Van Containers.
Details of a 20 FT container
20. ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are very efficient, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal items and international removals. Keep in mind: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- This box is often used for transporting goods by means of shipping.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.100 kg.
Explanation of the 40 foot container
The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it very economical for transporting large loads by sea. Good to know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ variant. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Ideal for tall items.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The format is universal: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.400 kg.
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Information about FCL containers
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. The advantages are great: optimal transit time, limited damage risk and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and insurance is extra important. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Cartagena (COCTG) and Rotterdam to Cartagena (COCTG).
- The premise of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC.
What does LCL container mean in shipping?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). With LCL transport, you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight There are many benefits like: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you spend less on inventory space and more options during peak shipping season. Remark: if you can fill more than half of a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The shipping rates are based on the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 1,5 m3 – 16,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Yang Ming, HMM, ZIM, Evergreen.
Other types of containers and customization
There exist a lot of box-types for international cargo shipping. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are innovative and special constructions for oil or petroleum, meat, fish and frozen foods or unique high value cargo. Our specialist has placed a summary below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Tekirdag (TRTEK), port of Livorno (ITLIV), Mejillones (CLMJS) harbor and terminal Tacoma (USTIW).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Kind of load: What do you want to ship?
Importing load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Cartagena (COCTG) have all kinds of advantages: it is very efficient, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The main categories of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: neo bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, liquid bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, diesel, chemicals, gasoline, kerosene, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and cement, plates, salt, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, toys, clothes, art and antiques or furniture, drinks, machines, shoes, fashion.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Cartagena takes on average 28 days. The distance to be covered is about 6500 nautical miles (NM). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 12038 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The exact shipping time has several factors: vessel speed, the sea conditions and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Cartagena (Colombia) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by various features such as the size of the container, shipping route and freight forwarder handling fees. Send us a message for a customised quote and extra info.
When you send goods to Cartagena, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of Colombia or take a look at the website (albatros.puertocartagena.com).
Incoterms define the conditions under which the products must be exported. For sea transportation, we usually use FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party bears responsibility for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of destination specified by the buyer. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller takes care of the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).