Container shipping Hamburg to Pago Pago
You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Pago-Pago (ASPPG)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it’s convenient and it is eco-friendly. Exporting a container overseas with roll on/roll off or cars is easy with shippinglines like Zhonggu Logistics Corporation. Shipping lines offer various types of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) Full Container Load and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via this website you will find practical information about international transport Pago-Pago (AS PPG). We get you useful information about the different types of sea containers. Besides this we share a export plan in 5 steps. Send you shipping details and receive a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, sure and low cost-way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is ideal for international relocations and exporting ro-ro or personal effects.
- The Port of Pago Pago offers excellent transit options in American Samoa.
- The range of containers includes: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Pago-Pago (ASPPG) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your personal stuff is put on a container with pellets. Your freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Pago-Pago (AS PPG), and will be shipped overseas to the addressee at the arrival port. They can get you services like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below we share important information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Pago Pago |
| Country of destination | American Samoa |
| Port Code | ASPPG |
| Transport Time | +/- 57 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Port address | Territory of American Samoa, Pago-Pago 96799, American Samoa |
| american-samoa@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.americansamoa.gov/ |
| Phone | 684633-4251 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Pago Pago
- Shipment details
Enter the departure port and destination of shipment. Specify your preference: a full container for yourself (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
To start with, make sure the freight is packed securely. To avoid nasty accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Export documents
When you transport cargo to Pago-Pago (ASPPG), you should think about required export documents (for the purpose of national customs): bill of lading, packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document that is completed by a carrier to confirm the goods have been received in good order and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The agreed Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Much chosen incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to see where your load is at this moment. You can check easily when the shipping is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Pago-Pago (ASPPG) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight
You want to ship a container from port of Pago Pago – (AS PPG) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to pick the right container type. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and multiple transport options (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Many shipping lines operate on this route. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section you can read all important information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You can also click through to our page about Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
20 FT containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are quite easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of household goods and movings. Pro tip: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is often used for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.500 kg.
Advantages of a 40ft container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting large loads by sea. Tip: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ version. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- It has the following dimensions: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then it is usually better to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). There is no need to share it with other shippers. This has multiple advantages: faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and and it is cheaper per unit. There are also disadvantages: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Pago-Pago (ASPPG) or Rotterdam to Pago-Pago (ASPPG).
- The premise of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, ONE, MSC, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd.
Details about Less than container (LCL)
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. LCL means that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are many benefits like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Watch out: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then you better go for FCL. The cost of the shipment is determined by the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- The meaning of LCL is: your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 2 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, HMM.
Information about other types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your items. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are innovative and special constructions for liquid bulk, meat, fish and frozen foods or very expensive items. We give a short explanation below. You can also read more information about shipments to Lae (PGLAE), port of Jeddah (SAJED), Laem Chabang (THLCH) harbor and terminal Zarate (ARZAE).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- 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: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- 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?
Importing goods by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Pago Pago (ASPPG) has a lot of pluses: attractive prices, best for Bulky Goods and eco-friendly. Popular types of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: dry bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off. Below you can read more information about it.
- 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): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, gasoline, chemicals, hydrogen, kerosene, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like sand, sugar, lumber, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: cargo like toys, sports equipment, art and antiques, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy & shoes, fashion, drinks, machines, food.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Pago Pago lasts about 57 days. The distance to be covered is about 14100 nautical miles (NM). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 26113 km. When you ship a sea container, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The shipping time is determined on the basis of vessel speed, sea weather condition and type of shipment.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Pago Pago (American Samoa) are relatively expensive. The total cost is determined by various parts such as the size of the container, season and local handling fees. Message us for a price proposal and transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Pago-Pago, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are important: Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate. For questions or additional information, you can contact the customs of American Samoa or take a look at the website (www.americansamoa.gov/).
The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller arranges the costs of transporting the cargo to the required port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).