Container shipping Hamburg to Patras
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Patras (GRGPA)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is economical and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Shipping a container with sea freight such as breakbulk or factory parts can be arranged by shipping companies such as Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines. They can get you a lot of container-types. An important distinction is (FCL) Full Container Load and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will receive up-to-date information about international transport Patras (GR GPA). You can read practical information about the different types of containers. You can make use of our export plan in 5 steps. Send us your details and receive a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, safe and cost-effective way to import and export goods internationally.
- Compared to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is suitable for international relocations and shipping roll on/roll off or cars and other vehicles.
- The Port of Patras is an important hub in Greece.
- Commonly container types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Patras (GRGPA) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your personal stuff is put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder ensures that a container is ready. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Patras (GR GPA), and will be shipped over the ocean to the agent at the arrival port. They can get you services like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section 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 Patras |
| Country of destination | Greece |
| Port Code | GRGPA |
| Transit Time | +/- 14 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Office address | Othonos Amalias and Gounari St, Patras 261 00, Greece |
| info@patrasport.gr | |
| Website | www.patrasport.gr/ |
| Phone number | 302610362648 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Patras
- Freight Details
Enter the departure port and the arrival harbour. Specify your preference: FCL (Full Container Load) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Loading the freight
First of all, make sure the freight is packed securely. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Customs documents and procedures
When exporting goods to Patras (GRGPA), you should think about special export documents (for the national customs): certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing declaration, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The chosen Incoterm decides how much responsibility you have for transit, insurance and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use container track and trace to check where your cargo is at this moment. You will get a notification when the shipping is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Patras (GRGPA) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Patras – (GR GPA) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Make sure you get a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and methods (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Many shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the text box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular products. Also click further for information about Certificate of Origin.
Information and benefits of twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to stack, that means they are quite cheap. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal effects and movings. What you might not know: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box offers a solution for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.600 kilogram.
Specifications of a 40 ft 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 bulk goods by sea. Finally, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ version. They are 9’6 tall. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.800 kilogram.
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What does FCL container mean in shipping?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then a full container is often worth it. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The advantages are great: efficient transit time, less potential for damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and it is hard to book during peak season. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Patras (GRGPA) or Rotterdam to Patras (GRGPA).
- The premise of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, CMA CGM, ONE.
Information about Less than container (LCL)
If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that shipments from various parties are combined to fill up one container. There are multiple advantages: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and it is faster during peak-season. Worth mentioning: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The total costs are calculated based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- The premise of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 3,5 m3 and 16,5 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, Evergreen, ZIM.
Other special types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for international cargo shipping. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, meat, fish and frozen foods or high class goods. Our specialist has placed a summary below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Said (EGPSD), port of Palembang (IDPLM), Jebel Ali (AEJEA) harbor and terminal Puerto Castilla (HNPCA).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk 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: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).
- Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Kind of load: What do you want to ship?
Transporting cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Patras (GRGPA) has many benefits: attractive costs, best for Bulky Goods and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: liquid bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk, dry bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, chemicals, hydrogen, kerosene, biofuels, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and coils, lumber, sand, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: load like clothes, sports equipment, electronic goods, art and antiques, toys or food, furniture, drinks, shoes, machines.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Patras takes about 14 days. The distance between the two ports is about 3250 nautical miles (nmi). This is equivalent to 6019 kilometers. If you choose transport 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 that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The exact shipping time has several factors: the speed of the boat, sea weather condition and delay at the port.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Patras (Greece) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by various ingredients such as type of container, shipping route and currency. Do not hesitate to contact us for a customised quote and extra info.
When transporting goods to Patras, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are required: Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Packing List. For additional information and answers to questions then we advise you to contact the customs of Greece or check the official website for more info (www.patrasport.gr/).
The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party covers the carriage of the goods up to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller is responsible for the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).