Container shipping Hamburg to Freeport
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to FreeContainer Port (BSFPO)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is economical and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container overseas with dry bulk or equipment is easy with shippinglines like Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. When you are exporting, you can choose from a lot of container-types. A big difference is being made between a complete full container (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport specialists you will get helpful information with a view to international transport Freeport (BS FPO). You will find practical information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. For this we offer a practical step-by-step plan. Send you shipping details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, sure and cheap way to ship high volume products.
- Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is excellent for international relocations and the transit of breakbulk or vehicles.
- The Port of Freeport is one of the most important ports in Bahamas.
- Frequently used containers types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Refrigerated, Tank, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to FreeContainer Port (BSFPO) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your products are transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company have a special container prepared. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of Freeport (BS FPO), and will be shipped over the sea to the terminal at the arrival port. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the attached table you will find important information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Freeport |
| Country of destination | Bahamas |
| Port Code | BSFPO |
| Transportation time | +/- 22 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$$ |
| Port address | Container Port Road / Queens Highway, P.O. Box F-42465, Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas |
| E-mail address | bahamas@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | www.freeportcontainerport.com/ |
| Phone number | 242350-8000 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Freeport
- Cargo details
Enter the origin of shipment and the port of destination. Also indicate whether you choose (FCL) full containers or a partial filled container (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Freight preparations
As a starting point, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To limit damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you want to send goods to FreeContainer Port (BSFPO), you will need special export documents (for the purpose of national customs): certificates of origin, packing declaration, bill of lading, packing list, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a legal document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm states who bears responsibility for e.g. shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use container track and trace to check where your shipment is right now. You will get a notification when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from FreeContainer Port (BSFPO) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick your container
Would you like to ship a container from port of Freeport – (BS FPO) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the text box below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular products. Also click further for information about International Movings.
Explanation of the 20 FT container
20 FT containers (also known as dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for different kinds of storage including household goods and international movings. What you might not know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- A very popular box for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40ft container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. Tip: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ version. Thereby you have a little more height. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.300 kg.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then renting a full container is the most interesting. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. There is no need to share it with other shippers. The benefits are great: ideal transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and less convenient delivery options. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to FreeContainer Port (BSFPO) or Rotterdam to FreeContainer Port (BSFPO).
- The goal of FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, CMA CGM, Maersk, COSCO.
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. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The premise of LCL is that you share space with others. You benefit from many advantages: you pay only for the volume you need, storage and insurance is advantageous and easy time-management and scheduling. Disclaimer: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the volume and weight of the packages.
- LCL means that you reserve space in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 4 m3 – 16 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, ZIM, HMM.
Various other 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. The most common type is the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for oils or chemicals, vegetables and fruit or unique high value cargo. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Samsun (TRSSX), port of Hososhima (JPHSM), Zeeland Seaports (NLTNZ) harbor and terminal Kpeme (TGKPE).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Main types of ocean cargo: what are you going to transport?
Importing load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Freeport (BSFPO) has a lot of pluses: it is very efficient, it is effective for large quantities of goods and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. The most important ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, diesel, petroleum, kerosene, chemicals, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and salt, coils, plates, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: products like toys, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, clothes + food, fashion, furniture, shoes, drinks.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Freeport takes approximately 22 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 5050 nautical miles (NM). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 9353 km. When you have booked a sea freight there are 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 date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time has several factors: the speed of the boat, sea weather condition and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Freeport (Bahamas) are relatively expensive. The total costs are determined by a number of factors like cargo dimension, season and incoterms. Message us for a quote for your transport.
When you send goods to Freeport, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Packing List. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of Bahamas or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.freeportcontainerport.com/).
Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party covers delivering the goods to the agreed port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller must arrange all processes concerning the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).