Container shipping Hamburg to Mannheim
Would you like to ship a container from Hamburg to Mannheim (DEMHG)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is flexible and it is trustworthy. Importing a container overseas with container cargo or factory parts can be facilitated by shippinglines like Evergreen Marine Corporation. You can book many different types of shipping containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport agents we share accurate information with a view to international transport Mannheim (DE MHG). We share up-to-date information about the various sea container types. You will also find a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we will send a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, sure and cheap way to export or import international containers.
- When you compare it with air shipments, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is great for international removals and exporting liquids or personal effects.
- The Port of Mannheim is a popular port in Germany.
- The most commonly used containers are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Mannheim (DEMHG) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your products are packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) ensures that a container is ready. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the departing port Mannheim (DE MHG), and will be shipped over the ocean to the addressee at the arrival harbour. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below 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 Mannheim |
| Country of destination | Germany |
| Port Code | DEMHG |
| Transportation time | +/- 2 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Local address | Rheinvorlandstrasse 5 Mannheim 68159 Germany |
| hafen.mannheim@t-online.de | |
| Website | www.bundesregierung.de |
| Phone number | 496212922166 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Mannheim
- Details of your shipping
Enter the port of departure and destination of shipment. Decide if you will ship a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also choose the desired format (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Prepare your package
To start with, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Customs document
When exporting cargo to Mannheim (DEMHG), please pay attention to the necessary special export documents (for fast customs clearance): export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, bill of lading, packing list, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm shows who takes care of, among other things, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the load is departed from the port of origin (POO), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Mannheim (DEMHG) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choose container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Mannheim – (DE MHG) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to find the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. Major towns near the seaport are Mannheim, Viernheim, Friesenheim, Ludwigshafen, Lampertheim, Heddesheim, Ladenburg, Frankenthal, Edingen-Neckarhausen, Bobenheim-Roxheim, Weinheim, Hemsbach, Bürstadt, Schriesheim, Lorsch, Limburgerhof, Mutterstadt, Worms, Birkenau, Brühl. In the section below you can read all important information about the most popular products. You can also click through to our page about Container Insurance.
Advantages of a 20 foot container
20-foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. It’s a very common and efficient size, that means they are quite cheap. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items and international removals. What you might not know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for transporting cargo by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Details of a 40 FT container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. What you may not know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ version. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Stuff can be stacked high.
- The ideal means of transport 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.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.100 kg.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
When you need a lot of container space, then renting a full container is the most interesting. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many advantages to it: quick transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you pay lower price per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and insurance is more expensive. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Mannheim (DEMHG) and Rotterdam to Mannheim (DEMHG).
- The goal of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd.
What is a Less than container (LCL)?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The idea of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you’re only charged for the space you are using, storage and insurance is advantageous and lower sourcing risk. Worth mentioning: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is a better choice. The total costs are calculated based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- The goal of LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 1,5 m3 and 16 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, POL, Yang Ming, HMM.
Alternative container types
There are many different types of boxes available for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Besides this, there are also applications for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, meat, fish and frozen foods or fragile items. We explain everything below. You can also check more information about shipping to Damietta (EGDAM), port of Puerto de Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC), Lyttelton (NZLYT) harbor and terminal Shenzhen (CNSNZ).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: ideal for transporting euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Kind of cargo: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Importing stuff by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Mannheim (DEMHG) has a lot of pluses: attractive costs, there are lots of different shipping options and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The most important ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: break bulk, dry bulk, containerized, neo bulk, roll on/roll off. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, gasoline, kerosene, hydrogen, chemicals, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like coils, salt, cement, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
- Retail & other: products like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, clothes, toys, electronic goods & fashion, furniture, machines, food, shoes.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Mannheim takes approx 2 days. The total distance is about 50 nautical miles (nmi). Converted that is 93 km. 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. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: the speed of the boat, weather and type of shipment.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Mannheim (Germany) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various components as cargo volume and weight, period of the year and supply and demand. We invite you to contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you send goods to Mannheim, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents should be provided: Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Packing List. For more detailed information then we advise you to contact the customs of Germany or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.bundesregierung.de).
Incoterms are a set of standardized terms of delivery terms used international trade. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter pays for covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the port of destination. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for all expenses the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).