Container shipping Hamburg to Nouadhibou
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Nouadhibou (MRNDB)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is flexible and it is safe. Transporting a container by sea with gas-based fuels or furniture can be outsourced to e.g. IRISL Group. There are a lot of container-types. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: (FCL) full containers and Less Container Load (LCL). Via this website we give helpful information for international transport Nouadhibou (MR NDB). We offer comprehensive information about the different types of sea containers. For this we offer a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and get a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, secure and cost-effective way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for worldwide relocations and transporting container cargo or furniture.
- The Port of Nouadhibou is one of the biggest ports of Mauritania.
- Containers that are often transported are: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
Main topics
Shipping to Nouadhibou (MRNDB) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your personal stuff is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) have a special container prepared. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Nouadhibou (MR NDB), and will be shipped by sea to the recipient at the POD (port of destination). There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below we share facts about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Nouadhibou |
| Country of destination | Mauritania |
| Port Code | MRNDB |
| Transport Time | +/- 12 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$ |
| Port address | BP 236, Nouadhibou, Mauritania |
| E-mail address | mauritania@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | gov.mr |
| Phone number | 2225745134 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Nouadhibou
- Enter freight details
Enter the departing port and the POD. Determine the desired transport method: a complete full container (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Loading the freight
Obviously, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Common Export Documents
When you transport goods to Nouadhibou (MRNDB), you should think about up-to-date export documents (for correct national customs papers): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing list, packing declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm states who is responsible for e.g transit, insurance and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your freight is right now. You can check the status when the ship is registered at the POO (port of load), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Nouadhibou (MRNDB) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container
You are going to ship a container from port of Nouadhibou – (MR NDB) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to pick the right container type. They are available in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the box below you can compare all types and read more about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. Also click further for information about Letter of Credit.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most common and available size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal effects and removals. Pro tip: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.400 kilogram.
Specifications of a 40 ft container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Good to know: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ variant. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Very suitable for high products.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.700 kilogram.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then a full container is often worth it. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many advantages to it: It guarantees a faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: it is expensive for small loads and it is hard to book during peak season. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Nouadhibou (MRNDB) or Rotterdam to Nouadhibou (MRNDB).
- FCL Means that means that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CMA CGM, COSCO, Maersk.
What is a Less than container (LCL)?
If a large full container is unnecessary, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). What we mean by LCL is that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are multiple advantages: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and easy time-management and scheduling. Watch out: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The total shipping costs are related to the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- With LCL transport, your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 3 m3 – 15,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Yang Ming, Evergreen, POL, HMM.
Other container types for special loads
There is a wide range of boxes for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. But there are also specific options for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or very expensive items. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also read more information about shipments to Chennai (INMAA), port of Zaragoza (ESZAZ), Newcastle (AUNTL) harbor and terminal Newark (USEWR).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.
- Open-Top Containers: are able to accommodate much larger objects.
- Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: ventilation is provided by openings in the top and bottom side rails.
Cargo types: what are you going to transport?
Exporting goods by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Nouadhibou (MRNDB) has lots of advantages: low tariffs, best for Bulky Goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: containerized, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, liquid bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: have your vehicle shipped to an international port.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, chemicals, diesel, petroleum, gasoline, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also lumber, rods, sand, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: cargo like art and antiques, electronic goods, clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys or fashion, machines, food, shoes, drinks.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Nouadhibou takes around 12 days. The total distance is approx. 2650 nautical miles. 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 4908 kilometers. When you send something by sea, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The precise shipping time depends on the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Nouadhibou (Mauritania) are slightly above average. The total price tag is determined by various features such as cargo volume and weight, shipping route and the Incoterms you have agreed on. We invite you to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When shipping goods to Nouadhibou, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, then we advise you to contact the customs of Mauritania or view the website of the port/government (gov.mr).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. The most common terms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party is responsible for delivering the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).