Container shipping Hamburg to Conakry

You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Conakry (GNCKY)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it’s convenient and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Importing a container overseas with container cargo or semi-finished goods can be done via e.g. Regional Container Lines. There are all kind of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between a complete full container (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will get accurate information with a view to international transport Conakry (GN CKY). You can read comprehensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Further on you can read a step-by-step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with market prices.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, staunch and relatively cheap way to transport bulk containers.
When we compare this to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
Sea freight is recommended for international removals and importing food or consumer goods.
The Port of Conakry is an important hub in Guinea.
You can choose from the following containers: twenty footers, forty footers and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Conakry (GNCKY) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your goods are transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of Conakry (GN CKY), and will be transported by sea to the addressee at the arrival harbour. They can get you services like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you can read different kind of info about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Conakry
Country of destination	Guinea
Port Code	GNCKY
Transport Time	+/- 16 days
Shipping prices	$$$
Office address	BP 805 Conakry Guinea
E-mail	guinea@containershippingservice.com
Website	invest.gov.gn
Phone number	224442737

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Conakry

Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Decide how you want to export: full containers (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Packing the container
Firstly, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
Documents Required for Exporting
When you import goods from Conakry (GNCKY), you will need special export documents (for the national customs): certificates of origin, packing list, commercial invoice, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice that is provided to the shipper to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that everything is ready to ship.
Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant for traders to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm shows who will pay for things like insurance, transport and all documents. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
Track your shipment
Use container track and trace to check where your cargo is right now. You can see exactly when the freight has been departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.

Sea freight from Conakry (GNCKY) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight

You want to ship a container from port of Conakry – (GN CKY) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is crucial to get a suitable container. There are different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Examples of shipping lines serving the port are CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC. Important towns around the port are Conakry, Dubréka, Coyah, Forécariah, Boffa, Tondon, Fria, Kindia, Sanguéya, Boké, Télimélé, Mamou, Dalaba, Pita, Labé, Gaoual, Koubia, Tougué, Dabola, Mali. In the section below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular container types. Also click further for information about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.

What you need to know about the twenty foot container

20 ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which means they are cheaper to ship. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal stuff or international movings. Keep in mind: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

The most commonly used box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.600 kilogram.

What you need to know about the 40ft container

A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for shipping large quantities of goods. Tip: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ box. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions are as follows: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.500 kg.

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FCL: Full Container

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you can book your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The advantages are great: ideal transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and the rates are more favorable. Pay attention to the disadvantages: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and it is hard to book during peak season. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Conakry (GNCKY) or Rotterdam to Conakry (GNCKY).

The goal of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, MSC, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM.

(LCL) Less than container

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that you just pay for the amount of space used in a single container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you can save on inventory costs and easy time-management and scheduling. Watch out: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is probably your best bet. LCL cost is calculated by the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.

With LCL transport, you reserve space in a partial container.
The best choice for a charge between 3 m3 – 16 m3.
You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. HMM, POL, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen.

Other special types of containers

The range of boxes is very varied for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Besides this, there are also applications for oils or chemicals, meat, fish and frozen foods or other special goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. Also check other destinations such as Kpeme (TGKPE), port of Nelson (NZNSN), Puerto Cabello (VEPBL) harbor and terminal Miami (USMIA).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as like grain and ore.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.

Freight types: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Exporting goods by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Conakry (GNCKY) has lots of advantages: low maintenance cost, it is effective for large quantities of goods and minimal restrictions. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: containerized, dry bulk, neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, petroleum, hydrogen, chemicals, kerosene, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and salt, lumber, sand, sugar.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
Retail & other: items like clothes, toys, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, sports equipment + furniture, machines, drinks, fashion, shoes.

FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport

How long does it take to ship from Hamburg to Conakry?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Conakry lasts about 16 days. The distance to be covered is about 3550 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 6575 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: condition of the hull and the propeller, wind force and direction and possible maintenance.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Conakry (GNCKY)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Conakry (Guinea) are slightly above average. The final invoice amount is determined by a number of factors like container size, period of the year and freight forwarder handling fees. Feel free to contact us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When you send goods to Conakry, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Insurance Certificate. For additional information and answers to questions you can contact the customs of Guinea or navigate to the website of the port or the government (invest.gov.gn).

Which incoterm is best for me?

Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. The most commonly used Incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter takes care of covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the named port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller has the responsibility for the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) + Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).