Container shipping Hamburg to Genova
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Genoa (ITGOA)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it’s convenient and it is safe. Exporting a container overseas with gas-based fuels or personal goods can be facilitated by shippinglines like Sinokor Merchant Marine. You can book different types of containers. An important distinction is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we give helpful information regarding international transport Genoa (IT GOA). We provide you with practical information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. For this we offer a step-by-step export plan. Send us your details and we will prepare a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, sure and relatively cheap way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air transport, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide movings and shipping food or personal effects.
- The Port of Genova is an important logistics artery in Italy.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 footers, 40 footers and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Genoa (ITGOA) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your goods are put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder (the middleman) have a special container prepared. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Genoa (IT GOA), and will be shipped overseas to the importer at the POD. You can choose for: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you will find important information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Genova |
| Country of destination | Italy |
| Port Code | ITGOA |
| Transit Time | +/- 16 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Port address | Palazzo San Giorgio – Via della Mercanzia 2 – 16124 Genova, Italy |
| info@porto.genova.it | |
| Website | www.portodigioiatauro.it |
| Phone number | 390102412793 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Genova
- Details of your shipping
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the port of destination. Also indicate whether you choose (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) and partial shipments. Also select the desired size (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Loading and labeling the freight
First of all, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Common Export Documents
When you import cargo from Genoa (ITGOA), you should think about several export documents (for the purpose of national customs): export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing list, packing declaration. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract issued by the carrier or agent describing the correct state of goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are relevant for traders to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. insurance, transport and all documents. Widely used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use sea freight tracking to check where your shipment is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the shipping is loaded at the POL (port of origin), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Genoa (ITGOA) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Genova – (IT GOA) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Compare the options and ask an appropriate container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (twenty foot, forty foot) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Popular shipping lines include APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. Important towns around the port are Genoa, Arenzano, Cogoleto, Recco, Santa Margherita Ligure, Varazze, Rapallo, Ovada, Savona, Chiavari, Lavagna, Novi Ligure, Sestri Levante, Acqui Terme, Cairo Montenotte, Finale Ligure, Tortona, Pietra Ligure, Solaro, Loano. In the section below you will find useful information about the most popular boxes. You may also like: Packing list.
Important specifications of the 20 ft container
20 FT containers (a.k.a. dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are very efficient, which results in lower shipping costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of furniture and international movings. Good to know: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box is often used for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.200 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40 FT container
The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ edition. Thereby you have a little more height. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- It has the following dimensions: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. It is a popular transport method: faster transit time, limited chance of damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are of course also drawbacks: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and you have higher inventory costs. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Genoa (ITGOA) or Rotterdam to Genoa (ITGOA).
- The concept of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, COSCO, Maersk, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd.
LCL: Less than container
If a large full container is unnecessary, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that you share space with others. The advantages of this option include: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, you can save on inventory costs and easy time-management and scheduling. Pay attention: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The total shipping costs are related to volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- The premise of LCL is that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3,5 m3 & 13 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, POL, Evergreen.
Various other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are innovative and special constructions for oil or petroleum, onions, potatoes, vegetables or unique high value cargo. We give a short explanation below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Barranquilla (COBAQ), port of Puerto de Tampico (MXTAM), Tincan (NGTIN) harbor and terminal Niihama (JPIHA).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Exporting stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Genova (ITGOA) have all kinds of advantages: attractive costs, it is effective for large quantities of goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Relevant ocean cargo categories that are transported by sea are: roll on/roll off, neo bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, containerized. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, gasoline, petroleum, kerosene, chemicals, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and cement, sand, lumber, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: cargo like clothes, electronic goods, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, toys + machines, furniture, fashion, drinks, food.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Genova takes approximately 16 days. The total distance is approx. 3550 nautical miles (nmi). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 6575 kilometers. In case of sea freight, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: the speed of the boat, weather and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Genova (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by important aspects like the size of the container, period of the year and other costs like stacking and siting. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When shipping goods to Genoa, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are important: Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Italy or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.portodigioiatauro.it).
Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. Common sea freight incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party is responsible for the carriage of the goods up to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller has the responsibility for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).