Container shipping Hamburg to Oakland
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Oakland (USOAK)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is economical much more environmental friendly than air freight. Shipping a container with sea freight such as liquid bulk or equipment is very easy with e.g. Evergreen Marine Corporation. There are a lot of container-types. Shipping lines offer the choice between a complete full container (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our transport specialists you will receive dedicated information with a view to international transport Oakland (US OAK). You can read useful information about the various sea container types. You will also find a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Send us your details and you will get a competitive quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, staunch and low cost-way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for international relocations and carrying container cargo or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Oakland is an important hub in United States.
- The range of containers includes: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Oakland (USOAK) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your articles are stored in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure (POD) Oakland (US OAK), and will be shipped by ocean to the terminal at the POD (port of destination). There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below you will find practical information about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Oakland |
| Country of destination | United States |
| Port Code | USOAK |
| Transport Time | +/- 29 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Office address | 530 Water Street, Oakland, CA 94607, United States |
| marineinfo@portofoakland.com | |
| Website | www.portofoakland.com |
| Phone | 5106271339 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Oakland
- Enter freight details
Enter the port of origin and destination of shipment. Also indicate whether you choose a complete full container (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. Also choose the size of the container (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Loading and labeling the freight
Firstly, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To prevent accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Customs documents and procedures
When exporting cargo to Oakland (USOAK), you need to share various export documents (for fast customs clearance): bill of lading, packing declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract signed by the carrier to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who is responsible for e.g the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Frequently used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use cargo tracking to see where your shipment is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the vessel is departed from the port of origin (POO), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Oakland (USOAK) to Hamburg (DEHAM): match your cargo with container type
You need to ship a container from port of Oakland – (US OAK) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to get a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are APL, China Shipping, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Oakland, Berkeley, Albany, Piedmont, Alameda, El Cerrito, Orinda, Richmond, San Francisco, Tiburon, San Pablo, Moraga, El Sobrante, Lafayette, San Leandro, Pinole, Daly City, Hercules, South San Francisco, Walnut Creek. In the paragraph below you can read all important information about the most popular boxes. We are happy to provide you with more information about Documents.
Specifications of a 20 FT container
20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which ensures low handling costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal stuff and movings. Good to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- The most commonly used box for sending goods overseas.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.800 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40 ft container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They can carry far more cargo at once. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large volumes of cargo. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ box. You have more height at your disposal. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- 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 +/- 28.900 kilogram.
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(FCL) Full Container
When you need a lot of container space, then a full container is often worth it. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many advantages to it: efficient transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it is cheaper per unit. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Oakland (USOAK) or Rotterdam to Oakland (USOAK).
- The idea of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, ONE.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, a shared container can be used. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The premise of LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. You benefit from many advantages: you can send some good in a cheap way, you spend less on inventory space and easy time-management and scheduling. Pay attention: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is a better choice. LCL cost is calculated by the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- LCL means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 1,5 m3 & 15 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Wan Hai, Evergreen, HMM, Yang Ming.
What other types of containers are there
There is a wide range of boxes for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are innovative and special constructions for oils, flour, coffee or cocoa or fragile items. You can read more about it below. You can also check more information about shipping to Douala (CMDLA), port of Chatham Docks (GBCTM), Antofagasta (CLANF) harbor and terminal Tema (GHTEM).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for the food and beverage industries.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Shipping goods by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Oakland (USOAK) have all kinds of advantages: it is very efficient, very safe and secure and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk, containerized, neo bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, petroleum, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and plates, coils, cement, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: goods like sports equipment, toys, electronic goods, clothes, art and antiques or furniture, machines, drinks, food, shoes.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Oakland takes approx 29 days. The total distance is approx. 6900 nautical miles (M). That equates to 12779 km. When you ship a sea container, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The shipping time is determined on the basis of condition of the hull and the propeller, wind force and wind direction and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Oakland (United States) are relatively expensive. The actual costs are determined by various factors such as cargo weight, season and pickup charges and Request a quote without obligation for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you send goods to Oakland, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You will need the following documentation: Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin. For more information, please contact the customs of United States or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.portofoakland.com).
The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the named port of destination. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller takes care of the freight until all cargo is on the ship. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) + Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).