Container shipping Hamburg to Port Chalmers
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Chalmers (NZPOE)? Sea freight is very practical: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it’s transparant and it has live tracking. Shipping a container with sea freight such as refrigerated cargo or cars and other vehicles can be arranged by shipping companies such as CMA CGM. They can get you all kind of containers. Transporters make a distinction between full containers (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport specialists you will find accurate information for international transport Port Otago (NZ POE). We share knowledge and up-to-date information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. You can make use of our practical step-by-step plan. Send you shipping details and we will prepare a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, sure 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 an often chosen option for worldwide relocations and transporting breakbulk or cars and other vehicles.
- The Port of Port Chalmers is one of the most important ports in New Zealand.
- You can choose from the following containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Tank, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Chalmers (NZPOE) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your products are packed tightly in a container. The middleman (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departure port Port Otago (NZ POE), and will be shipped over the ocean to the consignee at the destination harbor. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section we provide you with details about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Port Chalmers |
| Country of destination | New Zealand |
| Port Code | NZPOE |
| Transport Time | +/- 63 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Office address | Beach Street, P.O.Box 8, Port Chalmers, New Zealand |
| pol@portotago.co.nz | |
| Website | www.portotago.co.nz/ |
| Telephone number | 64-3-4727890 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Port Chalmers
- Freight Details
Enter the port of origin and the arrival harbour. Choose how you want to transport: a complete full container (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Freight preparations
Primarily, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs documents and procedures
In the situations that you export cargo to Chalmers (NZPOE), you should organize up-to-date export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing declaration, packing list, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm states who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and duty related matters. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track shipment
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to check where your freight is at this moment. You will get a notification when the shipping is loaded at the POL (port of origin), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Chalmers (NZPOE) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a container that suits your cargo
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Port Chalmers – (NZ POE) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to book the right container for your cargo. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. Below you will find extensive information and advice about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We are happy to provide you with more information about Dry Van Containers.
Important specifications of the 20 ft container
20-foot containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are very efficient, that means they are quite cheap. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal effects or international removals. What you might not know: A TEU is a standard container with a length of 20 feet.
- This box offers a solution for sending goods with transport ships.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.600 kg.
Explanation of the forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They can carry far more cargo at once. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting large loads by sea. In conclusion, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ variant. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Very suitable for high products.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.000 kilogram.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: It allows for a faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and you pay lower price per unit. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and insurance is extra important. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Chalmers (NZPOE) and Rotterdam to Chalmers (NZPOE).
- The meaning of FCL is: you have the entire container space to yourself.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, ONE.
LCL: Less than container
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The meaning of LCL is: you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you pay only for the volume you need, you spend less on inventory space and lower sourcing risk. Important: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping rates are based on the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- LCL means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 2,5 m3 & 14,5 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, POL, HMM, ZIM, Evergreen.
Information about other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, grain, flour, or unique high value cargo. Our specialist has placed a summary below. Also check other destinations such as Misurata (LYMRA), port of Taranto (ITTAR), Paradip Garh (INPRT) harbor and terminal Santo Domingo (DOSDQ).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: perfect for transporting cargo on europellets.
- Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Important types of ocean cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Exporting stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Port Chalmers (NZPOE) has lots of advantages: low rates, it is effective for large quantities of goods and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: containerized, roll on/roll off, break bulk, neo bulk, dry bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, chemicals, biofuels, petroleum, gasoline, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also rods, sugar, sand, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: load like medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, art and antiques, electronic goods, clothes & furniture, fashion, drinks, shoes, food.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Port Chalmers takes around 63 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 14800 nautical miles (M). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 27410 km. When you ship a sea container, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: draft and speed, wind force and direction and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Port Chalmers (New Zealand) are average. The total costs are determined by various parts such as cargo dimension, shipping route and incoterms. Message us for a price proposal and transit times.
When you are sending goods to Port Otago, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are required: Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Packing List. For additional information, you can contact the customs of New Zealand or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.portotago.co.nz/).
Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party arranges the costs of transporting the cargo to the named port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller takes care of the freight until all cargo is on the ship. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).