Container shipping Hamburg to Almeria
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Puerto de Almeria (ESLEI)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, you have low maintenance costs and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Shipping a container with sea freight such as dry bulk or vehicles can be facilitated by shippinglines like Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. There are and a wide range of container types. Shipping lines offer the choice between a full container for yourself (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our experts we share up-to-date information regarding international transport Almeria (ES LEI). You can read practical information about the different types of sea containers. For this we offer a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and receive a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, trouble-free and relatively cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- When we compare it to air transport, it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and importing liquid bulk or furniture.
- The Port of Almeria is a much-chosen harbor in Spain.
- Containers that are often transported are: twenty footers, forty footers and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Insulated, Ventilated, Tank, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Puerto de Almeria (ESLEI) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your products are put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will book a container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure Almeria (ES LEI), and will be shipped by sea to the terminal at the port of destination. They offer solutions like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below we share important information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Almeria |
| Country of destination | Spain |
| Port Code | ESLEI |
| Transportation time | +/- 8 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | Muelle Levante s/n, Almeria, Almeria 04071, Spain |
| E-mail address | almeria@apalmeria.com |
| Website | www.apalmeria.com/ |
| Phone number | 34950236033 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Almeria
- Freight Details
Enter the origin of shipment and the arrival harbour. Choose how you want to transport: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Pack you load
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Common Export Documents
If you are going to transport goods to Puerto de Almeria (ESLEI), you need to share up-to-date export documents (to the national customs): commercial invoice, packing declaration, bill of lading, packing list, certificates of origin. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are important to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. transit, insurance and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use sea freight tracking to check where your freight is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the shipping is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Puerto de Almeria (ESLEI) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Almeria – (ES LEI) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is crucial to pick the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Several shipping lines operate on this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the next section you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular boxes. Check also more information about Shipping rates.
Details of a 20 FT container
20. ft. containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are quite easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including household goods and removals. Pro tip: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.400 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40ft 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 an excellent choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Also, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ box. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The format is almost always the same: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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FCL: Full Container
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The advantages are great: quick transit time, limited damage risk and and it is cheaper per unit. Of course there are also downsides: it is not efficient for small cargo types and insurance is more expensive. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Puerto de Almeria (ESLEI) or Rotterdam to Puerto de Almeria (ESLEI).
- The premise of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, Maersk.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are multiple advantages: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Important: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The shipping rates are based on the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.
- What we mean by LCL is that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 2,5 m3 and 14,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, HMM, ZIM, Yang Ming, Evergreen.
Other types of containers and customization
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your items. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. There are innovative and special constructions for liquids, flowers, fruit or fragile items. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also read more information about shipments to Salerno (ITSAL), port of Saganoseki (JPSAG), Aden (YEADE) harbor and terminal Antofagasta (CLANF).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- Insulated Containers: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.
Load types: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Almeria (ESLEI) have all kinds of advantages: attractive rates, best for Bulky Goods and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, neo bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- 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 shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, chemicals, petroleum, hydrogen, biofuels, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sugar, coils, sand, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: products like electronic goods, clothes, sports equipment, toys, art and antiques or shoes, drinks, furniture, fashion, food.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Almeria takes on average 8 days. The distance to be covered is about 1750 nautical miles. That is about 3241 kilometers. When you send something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: displacement of the vessel, weather conditions and any technical malfunctions.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Almeria (Spain) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by a number of factors like cargo dimension, the total distance to the delivery destination and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Please contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you send goods to Almeria, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents should be provided: Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit. For questions or additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Spain or view the website of the port/government (www.apalmeria.com/).
The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the selling party takes care of all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).