Container shipping Hamburg to Port-of-Spain
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Port-of-Spain (TTPOS)? Sea freight is very useful: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is economical and it is trustworthy. Transporting containers with freight like roll on/roll off or personal goods can be outsourced to e.g. Wan Hai Lines. There are many different sizes and types of shipping containers. An important distinction is (FCL) full containers and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport specialists we share helpful information about international transport Port of Spain (TT POS). We share knowledge and practical information about the different types of sea containers. You can make use of our step-by-step export plan. Send us your details and receive a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a good, secure and low cost-way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- When we compare it to air transport, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is recommended for international relocations and the transit of liquid bulk or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Port-of-Spain is a frequently chosen port in Trinidad And Tobago.
- Popular container types are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Port-of-Spain (TTPOS) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your cargo is transferred in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder will book a container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the departure port Port of Spain (TT POS), and will be shipped by ocean to the importer at the port of destination. You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the table below we share important information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Port-of-Spain |
| Country of destination | Trinidad And Tobago |
| Port Code | TTPOS |
| Transport Time | +/- 25 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Local address | Administrative Building, 1 Dock Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago |
| vilmal@patnt.com | |
| Website | www.patnt.com |
| Phone | 868623-2901 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Port-of-Spain
- Cargo details
Enter the port of origin and the port of destination. Decide if you will ship FCL (Full Container Load) or a shared container (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
- Loading the freight
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To avoid damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
- Export documents
When you import goods from Port-of-Spain (TTPOS), please pay attention to the necessary up-to-date export documents (to the national customs): bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document signed by the carrier to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for e.g transport, insurance and duty related matters. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use the track and trace service to see where your container is at this moment. You can see exactly when the freight has been departed from POL (Port of loading), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Port-of-Spain (TTPOS) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick a container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Port-of-Spain – (TT POS) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to book the right container for your cargo. Based on your load you choose a size (20 ft, 40 ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Well-known shipping lines are CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ZIM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Mucurapo, Tunapuna, Tacarigua, Chaguanas, Arouca, Arima, Couva, Tabaquite, Marabella, San Fernando, Sangre Grande, Princes Town, Débé, Peñal, Point Fortin, Rio Claro, Siparia, Scarborough. In the section below you will find useful information about the most common sizes and types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Open-Top Container.
What you need to know about the 20 ft container
20 ft. containers (a.k.a. dry van) are one of the most used container types. It’s a very common and efficient size, which ensures low handling costs. Very suitable for the transport of personal items and international movings. Pro tip: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- The most commonly used box for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.800 kg.
Information and benefits of 40ft container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Tip: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ version. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Very suitable for high products.
- Used for dry freight of all kinds.
- The dimensions are standard: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.000 kilogram.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, then you can book your own full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, limited damage risk and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. There are also disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Port-of-Spain (TTPOS) or Rotterdam to Port-of-Spain (TTPOS).
- FCL means that you have the entire container space to yourself.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, Maersk, ONE, CMA CGM, MSC.
(LCL) Less than container
With a small freight, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). With LCL transport, you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many benefits like: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and it is faster during peak-season. Worth mentioning: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is a better choice. LCL cost is calculated by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- The goal of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3,5 m3 & 16 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, HMM, Wan Hai, POL, ZIM.
Information about other types of containers
You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your cargo. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, vegetables and fruit or very exclusive stuff. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Malmo (SEMMA), port of Oita (JPOIT), Bremerhaven (DEBRV) harbor and terminal Puerto Rosario Ente Administrador (ARROS).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal when a slightly larger volume capacity is needed.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Kind of load: What do you want to ship?
Importing cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Port-of-Spain (TTPOS) is very popular because of attractive rates, it is effective for large quantities of goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories shipped via sea routes are: containerized, dry bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, liquid bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, diesel, gasoline, chemicals, biofuels, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also rods, lumber, plates, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, clothes, toys or shoes, drinks, food, machines, fashion.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Port-of-Spain lasts about 25 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 5900 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 10927 km. If you choose transport by sea, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: condition of the hull, wind force and direction and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Port-of-Spain (Trinidad And Tobago) are relatively expensive. The total price tag is determined by a number of factors like cargo volume and weight, shipping route and supply and demand. Fill out our form for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When you are sending goods to Port of Spain, there are documents you need for customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, please contact the customs of Trinidad And Tobago or view the website of the port/government (www.patnt.com).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter takes care of delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the required port. 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. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).