Container shipping Hamburg to Lirquen
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Lirquen (CLLQN)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is flexible and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting a container by sea with roll on/roll off or equipment is very easy with e.g. TS Lines. There are various types of containers. An important distinction is full containers (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our freight forwarders we provide you with up-to-date information about international transport Lirquen (CL LQN). We get you practical information about the different types of containers. Further on you can read a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we will prepare a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, sure and inexpensive way to import and export goods internationally.
- When we compare it to air transport, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is ideal for international relocations and carrying ro-ro or bikes.
- The Port of Lirquen is an important logistics artery in Chile.
- Frequently used containers types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Insulated, Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Lirquen (CLLQN) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your articles are put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will book a container. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Lirquen (CL LQN), and will be shipped by sea to the importer at the port of destination. You can choose for: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the attached table we provide you with details about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Lirquen |
| Country of destination | Chile |
| Port Code | CLLQN |
| Transportation time | +/- 39 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Port address | Casilla 937, RCTO Portuario s/n, Concepcion, Chile |
| cplirquen@directemar.cl | |
| Website | www.gob.cl |
| Phone number | 56412385136 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Lirquen
- Freight Details
Enter the departure port and the POD. Determine your container terms: a complete full container (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. You can choose from a small or large container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
To begin, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To prevent accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Export documents
When exporting cargo to Lirquen (CLLQN), please pay attention to the necessary up-to-date export documents (for fast customs clearance): commercial invoice, packing list, certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a required document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that everything is ready to ship.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm determines who is the risk-bearing party for transit, insurance and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to check where your load is right now. You can check easily when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading, has arrived at the destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Lirquen (CLLQN) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container
You are going to ship a container from port of Lirquen – (CL LQN) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is necessary to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the paragraph below you can compare all types and read more about the most popular products. Also click further for information about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.
Explanation about a 20 FT container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to stack, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for all types of cargo, including furniture and movings. Keep in mind: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- The most commonly used box for shipping freight by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.700 kg.
Information and benefits of forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. It is especially intended for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ box. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, than you can reserve your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many advantages to it: Usually a faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it is cheaper per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: it is expensive for small loads and unloading can be a hassle. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Lirquen (CLLQN) or Rotterdam to Lirquen (CLLQN).
- The idea of FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, ONE.
Information about Less than container (LCL)
If you don’t prefer a full container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The premise of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are many benefits like: perfect for shipping small loads, the handling and insurance costs are limited 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. The total shipping costs are related to the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- LCL Means that means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3,5 m3 and 14 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, Wan Hai, HMM, ZIM.
Other special types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are innovative and special constructions for liquid bulk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also read more information about shipments to Puerto de Mazatlan (MXMZT), port of Tomil Harbour (FMYAP), Omaezaki (JPOMZ) harbor and terminal San Antonio Oeste (AROES).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for bulk shipping and temporary storage of mixed products.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: ventilation is provided by openings in the top and bottom side rails.
Kind of cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping cargo by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Lirquen (CLLQN) has a lot of pluses: attractive prices, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories shipped via sea routes are: dry bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk, break bulk, liquid bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, petroleum, kerosene, hydrogen, diesel, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and coils, sugar, plates, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: cargo like clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys, sports equipment, art and antiques and fashion, machines, food, shoes, furniture.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Lirquen takes approximately 39 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 9400 nautical miles (nmi). This is roughly equivalent to 17409 km. In case of sea freight, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time is subject to condition of the hull and the propeller, wind force and direction and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Lirquen (Chile) are relatively expensive. The total cost is determined by various ingredients such as type of goods transported, shipping route and currency. Do not hesitate to contact us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you send goods to Lirquen, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit. For additional information and answers to questions please contact the customs of Chile or view the website of the port/government (www.gob.cl).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party takes care of the carriage of the goods up to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).