Container shipping Hamburg to Point Lisas

Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Point Lisas (TTPTS)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is economical much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a sea container with ro-ro or factory parts can be facilitated by shippinglines like Matson. You can choose from various types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: full containers (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport agents we share useful information with a view to international transport Point Lisas (TT PTS). We provide up-to-date information about the various sea container types. Besides this we share a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Describe what you want to transport and receive a quote with a competitive rate.

Ocean shipping is a quick, trouble-free and affordable way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
When you compare it with air shipments, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
Sea freight provides services for worldwide relocations and the transit of food or personal goods.
The Port of Point Lisas is one of the most important ports in Trinidad and Tobago.
You can choose from the following containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Insulated, Flat Rack, Tank, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.

Get shipping prices

Main topics

Shipping to Point Lisas (TTPTS) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your products are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will book a container. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the departure port Point Lisas (TT PTS), and will be shipped by sea to the addressee at the arrival harbour. They offer solutions like port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below you can read different kind of info about the POD (Port Of Destination).

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Point Lisas
Country of destination	Trinidad and Tobago
Port Code	TTPTS
Transportation time	+/- 25 days
Shipping prices	$$$$
Port address	Orinoco Drive, Point Lisas Industrial Estate, Couva, Trinidad and Tobago
Mail	trinidad-and-tobago@containershippingservice.com
Website	www.plipdeco.com/
Phone number	868-636-2201

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Point Lisas

Details of your shipping
Enter the port of departure and the POD. Specify your preference: full containers (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Pack you load
To start with, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To limit damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
Documents Required for Exporting
When you import cargo from Point Lisas (TTPTS), you must send up-to-date export documents (to the national customs): packing list, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a legal document signed by the carrier to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that everything is ready to ship.
Make a choice for Incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for e.g transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. The most common incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
Track and Trace shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your load is right now. You can check easily when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading (POL), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Point Lisas (TTPTS) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight

You want to ship a container from port of Point Lisas – (TT PTS) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Compare the options and find the right container type. Based on your load you choose a size (twenty foot, forty foot) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the text box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You can also click through to our page about Open-Top Container.

Details of a 20ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. It’s a very common and efficient size, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for different kinds of storage including furniture and removals. Keep in mind: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is a very suitable choice for sending goods overseas.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.400 kilogram.

What you need to know about the 40 ft container

The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. What you may not know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ version. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal if you have high cargo.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.400 kg.

Ocean Freight Cost Calculator: get shipping rates

Compare costs from popular international transport companies

Request cheap transport

What is a Full Container (FCL)?

If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, than you can reserve your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. It is a popular transport method: Usually a faster transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: you need large volume to be viable and less convenient delivery options. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Point Lisas (TTPTS) or Rotterdam to Point Lisas (TTPTS).

The goal of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. MSC, COSCO, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk.

Information about LCL containers

If you do not need a full container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The meaning of LCL is: you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you’re only charged for the space you are using, you spend less on inventory space and more options during peak shipping season. Pay attention: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is a better choice. LCL cost is calculated by volume and weight.

With LCL transport, you reserve space in a partial container.
For low-volume shipments of between 2,5 m3 & 16,5 m3.
Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, POL, Wan Hai, HMM, Evergreen.

Information about other types of containers

There exist a lot of box-types for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. Besides this, there are also applications for oils, flour, coffee or cocoa or fragile items. We’ve explained it all below. You can also look further at transport options in Mannheim (DEMHG), port of Pointe Noire (CGPNR), Gothenburg (SEGOT) harbor and terminal Moss (NOMSS).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
Insulated Containers: for shipping fresh products and keep up their freshness.

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 ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Kind of load: What do you want to ship?

Shipping stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Point Lisas (TTPTS) has many benefits: it is economical, there are lots of different shipping options and minimal restrictions. The main categories of ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: containerized, liquid bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off. You can read more about it in the section below.

Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, chemicals, gasoline, diesel, biofuels, petroleum.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also salt, sugar, cement, lumber.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: items like sports equipment, art and antiques, electronic goods, toys, medical/pharmacy and furniture, drinks, shoes, machines, fashion.

All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)

What is the shipping time from Hamburg to Point Lisas?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Point Lisas takes around 25 days. The total distance is approx. 5900 nautical miles. That is about 10927 kilometers. In case of sea freight, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time is subject to condition of the hull, the sea conditions and type of cargo.

How expensive is shipping a container to Point Lisas (TTPTS)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Point Lisas (Trinidad and Tobago) are relatively expensive. The total price tag is determined by various features such as the size of the container, transit time and exchange rates. Send us a message for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.

What documents do you need for customs?

When shipping goods to Point Lisas, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents should be provided: Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin. For more substantive information and tips you can contact the customs of Trinidad and Tobago or view the website of the port/government (www.plipdeco.com/).

What are Incoterms, and which one is the best to ship with

Incoterms decide the responsibility of both the exporter and also the importer of goods. The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of destination specified by the buyer. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).