Container shipping Hamburg to Piraeus

Would you like to ship a container from Hamburg to Piraeus (GRPIR)? Sea freight is very practical: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is economical and you can track the cargo in real time. Ship a container overseas with ro-ro or semi-finished goods can be outsourced to e.g. Zim Integrated Shipping Services. They offer all kind of containers. There is made a difference between a complete full container (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our portal we share up-to-date information about international transport Piraeus (GR PIR). We provide up-to-date information about the different types and ways of sea freight. On this website you can read a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Provide us with your transport details and receive a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, trouble-free and affordable way to transport bulk containers.
When we compare it to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight provides services for international relocations and carrying breakbulk or furniture.
The Port of Piraeus is one of the most important ports in Greece.
Containers that are often transported are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Piraeus (GRPIR) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your articles are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will book a container. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Piraeus (GR PIR), and will be shipped over the sea to the agent at the arrival port. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the list below we provide you with details about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Piraeus
Country of destination	Greece
Port Code	GRPIR
Transportation time	+/- 14 days
Shipping prices	$
Local address	10 Akti Miaouli, Piraeus 185 38, Greece
Mail	olp@apopsinet.gr
Website	www.olp.gr
Telephone number	2104550229

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Piraeus

Cargo details
Enter the port of departure and the POD. Decide if you will ship Full Container Load (FCL) or Less Container Load (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
Packing the freight
Firstly, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To prevent accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Common Export Documents
When you transport goods to Piraeus (GRPIR), please pay attention to the necessary special export documents (for the national customs): certificates of origin, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, packing list, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that everything is ready to ship.
Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm states who is the risk-bearing party for shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Ship Live Tracking
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your load is right now. You can see 24/7 when the ship is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.

Sea freight from Piraeus (GRPIR) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container type

You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Piraeus – (GR PIR) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to book the right container for your cargo. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Examples of shipping lines serving the port are CMA CGM, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MSC, OOCL, ZIM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Keratsínion, Níkaia, Moskháton, Ayía Varvára, Aigáleo, Kallithéa, Palaión Fáliron, Pérama, Néa Smírni, Kalamákion, Selínia, Ambelákia, Peristérion, Athens, Kipséli, Víron, Ellinikón, Galátsion, Eleusis, Salamís. In the box below you can compare all types and read more about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You can also click through to our page about Certificate of Origin.

Advantages of a twenty foot container

20 foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which means they are cheaper to ship. Very suitable for the transport of personal stuff and movings. Pro tip: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

One of the most rented boxes for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.400 kg.

Information and benefits of 40 foot container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Tip: 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. You’ve got just a little extra height. Stuff can be stacked high.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.300 kg.

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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?

When you need a lot of container space, then you can book your own full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. This has multiple advantages: faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are also disadvantages: it is expensive for small loads and the financial risk is much greater. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Piraeus (GRPIR) and Rotterdam to Piraeus (GRPIR).

What we mean by FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, ONE, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd.

Information about Less than container (LCL)

When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. You benefit from many advantages: you can save money on smaller shipments, you can save on inventory costs and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Disclaimer: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the volume and weight of the packages.

LCL Means that means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 3,5 m3 – 13 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
Capabilities at almost all international ports.
Available at: e.g. HMM, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, POL.

Alternative container types

You can choose from many types of boxes for transporting your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are also special possibilities for liquid bulk, flowers, fruit or very exclusive stuff. You can read all about it in the section below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Itajai (BRITJ), port of Davao (PHDVO), Bridgetown (BBBGI) harbor and terminal Navegantes (BRNVT).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
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: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.

Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Main types of ocean freight: What do you want to ship?

Importing cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Piraeus (GRPIR) has a lot of pluses: low prices, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The main categories of ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk, dry bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
House Moving: solid help and assistance for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, kerosene, hydrogen, chemicals, biofuels, gasoline.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also rods, salt, sugar, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: goods like medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, sports equipment, electronic goods, clothes + food, machines, furniture, drinks, fashion.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport

How many days are needed to ship from Hamburg to Piraeus?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Piraeus takes around 14 days. The total distance is approx. 3250 nautical miles (NM). This is equivalent to 6019 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the speed of the boat, wind force and wind direction and any technical malfunctions.

What is the total price of shipping a container to Piraeus (GRPIR)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Piraeus (Greece) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various features such as container size, transit time and freight forwarder handling fees. Fill in the application form for the best rates and current transit times.

What customs documents are needed?

When you are sending goods to Piraeus, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You will need the following documentation: Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of Greece or take a look at the website (www.olp.gr).

What incoterm should I use for shipping?

Incoterms describe the roles of the buyer and the seller in an international trade agreement. Two of the most common Incoterms are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party takes care of delivering the goods to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).