Container shipping Hamburg to Ensenada
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Ensenada (MXESE)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s convenient and it is safe. Transporting a container by sea with roll on/roll off or equipment can be outsourced to e.g. SM Line. They offer all kind of containers. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our portal we give accurate information for international transport Ensenada (MX ESE). We provide you with practical information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. Further on you can read a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and get a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, safe and cheap way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Compared to air transport, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is perfect for international removals and transporting container cargo or equipment.
- The Port of Ensenada is an important hub in Mexico.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Ensenada (MXESE) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your products are packed tightly in a container. Your freight forwarder have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departing port Ensenada (MX ESE), and will be shipped overseas to the addressee at the destination harbor. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the attached table we provide you with details about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Ensenada |
| Country of destination | Mexico |
| Port Code | MXESE |
| Transport Time | +/- 27 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Office address | Blvd. Teniente Azueta No. 224 Recinto Portuario Ensenada, Baja California C.P. 22800 Mexico |
| E-mail address | informacion@apiensenada.com.mx |
| Website | www.puertoensenada.com.mx |
| Phone | 52646178-2860 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Ensenada
- Cargo details
Enter the departure port and the arrival harbour. Specify your preference: a full container for yourself (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also select container size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Pack you load
Primarily, make sure the freight is packed securely. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Customs document
If you are going to transport goods to Ensenada (MXESE), you should think about various export documents (to the national customs): export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing declaration, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a required document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The agreed Incoterm determines who takes care of, among other things, transport, insurance and duty related matters. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use cargo tracking to check where your load is right now. You can see 24/7 when the ship is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Ensenada (MXESE) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container
You are going to ship a container from port of Ensenada – (MX ESE) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is highly recommended to find the right container type. There are different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container specifications (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Some main shipping lines are APL, CMA CGM, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk. The port offers an excellent connection to Ensenada, El Sauzal, Maneadero, Primo Tapia, Rosarito, La Joya, Tecate, Tijuana, Camalú, Progreso, Vicente Guerrero, Mexicali, Puebla, Delta, Guadalupe Victoria, Estación Coahuila, San Quintín, Ejido Hermosillo, San Luis Río Colorado, San Felipe. In the section below we put everything together and offer information about the most common sizes and types. Also click further for information about Refrigerated Containers.
Explanation about a 20ft container
20-foot containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are quite easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and household goods and international movings. Nice to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- This box offers a solution for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.700 kg.
Specifications of a 40ft container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting bulk goods by sea. Tip: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ deal. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.400 kilogram.
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FCL: Full Container
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then a full container is often worth it. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. It is a popular transport method: It allows for a faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you pay lower price per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Ensenada (MXESE) or Rotterdam to Ensenada (MXESE).
- The meaning of FCL is: the container only holds your cargo.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, MSC.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of LCL containers?
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, a shared container can be used. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The meaning of LCL is: you share space with others. There are multiple advantages: you pay only for the volume you need, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Remark: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- LCL means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 2 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM, HMM.
Other types of containers and customization
The range of boxes is very diverse for freight forwarding. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are innovative and special constructions for liquid bulk, meat, fish and frozen foods or very expensive items. We’ve explained it all below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Cat Lai (VNCLI), port of Rio Grande (BRRIG), Castries (LCCAS) harbor and terminal Djibouti (DJJIB).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.
Kind of cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Ensenada (MXESE) is very popular because of it is very efficient, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories transported by sea include: break bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, containerized, neo bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, gasoline, hydrogen, kerosene, diesel, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and rods, sand, cement, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: freight like medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, art and antiques, electronic goods, clothes & fashion, food, machines, shoes, furniture.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Ensenada takes about 27 days. The total distance is approximately 6300 nautical miles (M). That equates to 11668 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The shipping time is determined on the basis of draft and speed, weather and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Ensenada (Mexico) are relatively expensive. The total cost depends on various ingredients such as type of container, period of the year and supply and demand. Please contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When transporting goods to Ensenada, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice. For additional information, you can contact the customs of Mexico or take a look at the website (www.puertoensenada.com.mx).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).