Container shipping Hamburg to Lisboa
Do you need to ship a container from Hamburg to Lisbon (PTLIS)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is flexible and it is eco-friendly. Ship a container overseas with ro-ro or factory parts can be arranged by shipping companies such as Pacific International Lines. They can get you many different sizes and types of shipping containers. An important point of attention is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via this website you will receive actual information with a view to international transport Lisbon (PT LIS). We share knowledge and extensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. On this website you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, staunch and cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is perfect for international movings and carrying liquids or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Lisboa is an important logistics artery in Portugal.
- Containers that are often transported are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Insulated, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Lisbon (PTLIS) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your products are wrapped up in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departing port Lisbon (PT LIS), and will be shipped over the sea to the terminal at the destination harbor. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the attached table you can read different kind of info about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Lisboa |
| Country of destination | Portugal |
| Port Code | PTLIS |
| Transit Time | +/- 6 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Port address | Rua da Junqueira, 94 Lisbon, Lisbon 1349-026 Portugal |
| E-mail address | admin.junqueira@portodelisboa.pt |
| Website | www.portodelisboa.com |
| Telephone number | 351213922003 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Lisboa
- Details of your shipment
Enter the origin of shipment and the destination harbor. Decide if you will ship (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) Less Container Load. You can also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Freight preparations
First of all, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is a good idea to use pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Common Export Documents
In the situations that you export goods to Lisbon (PTLIS), you should organize several export documents (for the purpose of national customs): commercial invoice, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing list, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that everything is ready to ship.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who is the risk-bearing party for transport, insurance and duty related matters. The most common incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use sea freight tracking to check where your cargo is at this moment. You can see exactly when the ship is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Lisbon (PTLIS) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choose container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Lisboa – (PT LIS) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is necessary to rent a suitable container. There are different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Major shipping lines that sail here include CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, NYK, ZIM. The port offers an excellent connection to Lisbon, Cacilhas, Barreiro, Almada, Cova da Piedade, Pragal, Corroios, Amora, Alhos Vedros, Moscavide, Arrentela, Aldeia de Paio Pires, Caparica, Sobreda, Santo António da Charneca, Sacavém, Montijo, Moita, Algés, Pontinha. In the next section you can compare all types and read more about the most popular products. Our specialists also provide details about Road Freight.
What you need to know about the 20 FT container
20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most popular container size. They are relatively easy to ship, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for different kinds of storage including household goods and international movings. Some extra info: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Explanation about a 40ft container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. It is especially intended for shipping large quantities of goods. What you may not know: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ box. You have more height at your disposal. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- 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.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: ideal transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and the financial risk is much greater. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Lisbon (PTLIS) and Rotterdam to Lisbon (PTLIS).
- The concept of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Maersk.
Details about Less than container (LCL)
With a small freight, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL means that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. You benefit from many advantages: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, you can save on inventory costs and it is faster during peak-season. Notable: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The cost of the shipment is determined by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- The concept of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 1,5 m3 & 14 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, POL, Evergreen, Wan Hai, ZIM.
Information about other types of containers
You can choose from many types of boxes for international cargo shipping. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are specially developed transport options for oils, grain, flour, or very expensive items. You can read more about it below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ), port of Saint John Port (CASJB), ICD Ahmedabad/Khodiyar (INAMD) harbor and terminal Kotka (FIKTK).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
- Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Main types of ocean freight: what are you going to transport?
Exporting load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Lisboa (PTLIS) has lots of advantages: low maintenance cost, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and minimal restrictions. The main categories of ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, dry bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped precisely and neatly.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, gasoline, biofuels, kerosene, diesel, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like rods, sand, salt, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: items like art and antiques, toys, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, clothes + fashion, shoes, machines, furniture, drinks.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Lisboa takes approximately 6 days. The distance between the two ports is about 1250 nautical miles (NM). This is equivalent to 2315 kilometers. When you send something by sea, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The shipping time is determined on the basis of draft and speed, wind force and direction and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Lisboa (Portugal) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various factors such as cargo weight, shipping route and local handling fees. Do not hesitate to contact us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When sending goods to Lisbon, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Letter of Credit. For more information about these duties you can contact the customs of Portugal or take a look at the website (www.portodelisboa.com).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter is responsible for the costs of transporting the cargo to the port of origin. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller takes care of the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).