Container shipping Hamburg to Pemba
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Pemba (MZPOL)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it’s transparant and it is trustworthy. Ship a container overseas with break bulk or furniture is very easy with e.g. Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. There are and a wide range of container types. Transporters make a distinction between a full container for yourself (FCL) and partial shipments (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will receive useful information with a view to international transport Pemba (MZ POL). We share up-to-date information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Besides this we share a practical step-by-step plan. Describe what you want to transport and we get you a quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, secure and low cost-way to import and export goods internationally.
- When you compare it with air shipments, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is perfect for international movings and the transit of dry bulk or furniture.
- The Port of Pemba is one of the most important ports in Mozambique.
- Commonly container types are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Tank, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Pemba (MZPOL) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your products are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company ensures that a container is ready. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Pemba (MZ POL), and will be shipped overseas to the recipient at the POD. They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the table below we offer useful information about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Pemba |
| Country of destination | Mozambique |
| Port Code | MZPOL |
| Transportation time | +/- 36 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$ |
| Office address | Praca dos trabalhadores, C.P. No. 2159, Maputo, Mozambique |
| mozambique@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.cfmnet.co.mz |
| Phone number | 25821327173 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Pemba
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of departure and destination of shipment. Decide if you will ship Full Container Load (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. You also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Cargo preparations
First of all, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Export documents
If you ship goods to Pemba (MZPOL), you will need required export documents (for the national customs): packing declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document or electronic invoice that is provided to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm shows who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Frequently used incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track Sea Cargo
Use the track and trace service to check where your load is right now. You can see exactly when the shipping is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Pemba (MZPOL) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Pemba – (MZ POL) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to get a suitable container. There are different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and multiple transport options (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Several major international shipping lines operate here. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. Below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular container types. You can also click through to our page about Furniture transport.
Explanation of the 20 ft container
20 FT containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to stack, which means they are cheaper to ship. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal stuff and international movings. Keep in mind: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.100 kilogram.
Advantages of a 40ft container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it very economical for shipping large quantities of goods. Also, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ deal. You’ve got just a little extra height. Stuff can be stacked high.
- They are ideal for big shipments.
- The dimensions are standard: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.500 kilogram.
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Information about FCL containers
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, it is best to book a full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The benefits are great: efficient transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and it’s more cost-effective. Important to mention: you need large volume to be viable and insurance is extra important. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Pemba (MZPOL) and Rotterdam to Pemba (MZPOL).
- The goal of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, ONE, MSC.
What is a Less than container (LCL)?
If you don’t prefer a full container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The idea of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. You benefit from many advantages: you’re only charged for the space you are using, less inventory costs & management and more options during peak shipping season. Watch out: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- The meaning of LCL is: your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3,5 m3 and 14 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Evergreen, POL, ZIM, Yang Ming.
Other container types for special loads
You can choose from many types of boxes for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. But there are also specific options for oils, vegetables and fruit or very expensive items. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also check more information about shipping to Tanga (TZTGT), port of Jawaharlal Nehru (INNSA), Cartagena (COCTG) harbor and terminal Lyttelton (NZLYT).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
- High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Main types of ocean freight: What do you want to ship?
Shipping load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Pemba (MZPOL) is very popular because of low cost, best for Bulky Goods and minimal restrictions. Relevant ocean cargo categories transported by sea include: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk, containerized. You can read more about it in the section below.
- Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, kerosene, gasoline, petroleum, biofuels, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like salt, lumber, coils, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: load like sports equipment, clothes, toys, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy and fashion, furniture, shoes, drinks, food.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Pemba takes approx 36 days. The total distance is approximately 8500 nautical miles. That is about 15742 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The actual shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, the sea conditions and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Pemba (Mozambique) are slightly above average. The total cost is determined by various ingredients such as cargo type, period of the year and currency. Fill in the application form for current rates and transit times.
When you send goods to Pemba, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You will need the following documentation: Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses. For more information, you can contact the customs of Mozambique or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.cfmnet.co.mz).
Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party arranges delivering the goods to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller has the responsibility for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).