Container shipping Hamburg to Saint-John

You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Saint John Port (CASJB)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is economical and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting a container by sea with refrigerated cargo or equipment is very easy with e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). When you are exporting, you can choose from a lot of container-types. There is made a difference between a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport specialists we share useful information for the purpose of international transport Saint John (CA SJB). We share up-to-date information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. You will also find a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we will prepare a quote with the best rates and fastest transit times.

Ocean shipping is a reliable, safe and inexpensive way to transport large and heavy loads.
Advantages compared to air freight: it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight is a solution for international removals and shipping vegetables or cars and other vehicles.
The Port of Saint-John is an important logistics artery in Canada.
We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Insulated, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Saint John Port (CASJB) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your products are wrapped up in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) ensures that a container is ready. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin Saint John (CA SJB), and will be shipped by ocean to the recipient at the arrival harbour. They can get you services like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the list below you will find practical information about the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Saint-John
Country of destination	Canada
Port Code	CASJB
Transport Time	+/- 15 days
Shipping rates	$$$$
Office address	111 Water St., Saint John, New Brunswick E2L 0B1, Canada
E-mail address	port@sjport.com
Website	www.sjport.com/
Phone	506-636-4869

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Saint-John

Select shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Also indicate whether you choose (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) and partial shipments. Also select container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Preparing the cargo
To start with, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To limit damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
Customs documents and procedures
When you transport goods to Saint John Port (CASJB), you should organize up-to-date export documents (to the national customs): bill of lading, packing declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, packing list. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for, for example, export/import documents, insurances and transport. Frequently used incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
Live tracking of the shipment
Use cargo tracking to see where your load is right now. You can check easily when the load is registered at the POO (port of load), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when it has arrived at the final destination.

Sea freight from Saint John Port (CASJB) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Saint-John – (CA SJB) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to get a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. Below you can compare all types and read more about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You may also like: Container Climate.

Specifications of a twenty foot container

Twenty Foot Containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including household goods and international removals. Nice to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

This box offers a solution for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.300 kilogram.

Information and benefits of forty foot container

The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large cargo by sea. Also, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ deal. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Very suitable for high products.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The dimensions are standard: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.100 kilogram.

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Information about FCL containers

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The advantages are great: It guarantees a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and the rates are more favorable. Important to mention: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Saint John Port (CASJB) or Rotterdam to Saint John Port (CASJB).

The premise of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, ONE.

When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?

If your cargo does not fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The concept 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 spend less on inventory warehousing space and more options during peak shipping season. Watch out: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The cost of LCL is based on the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.

LCL means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 4 m3 and 13 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, POL.

What other types of containers are there

The range of boxes is very diverse for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. But there are also specific options for liquid bulk, vegetables and fruit or other special goods. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also read more information about shipments to Huelva (ESHUV), port of Haldia (INHAL), Tanjung Sekong (IDTSE) harbor and terminal The Ghent (BEGNE).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
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: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Cargo types: What do you want to ship?

Shipping goods by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Saint-John (CASJB) has many benefits: attractive rates, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and it is much more environmentally friendly than air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo transported by sea include: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, neo bulk, containerized, dry bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, biofuels, petroleum, hydrogen, kerosene, diesel.
Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and sugar, coils, lumber, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: freight like toys, electronic goods, clothes, art and antiques, sports equipment or food, fashion, drinks, machines, furniture.

FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport

How long does it take to ship from Hamburg to Saint John?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Saint-John takes on average 15 days. The ship has to cover a distance of about 3450 nautical miles. This is roughly equivalent to 6389 km. In case of sea freight, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time depends on draft and speed, wind force and wind direction and cargo flows.

What are the average costs of shipping container to Saint John Port (CASJB)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Saint-John (Canada) are relatively expensive. The final invoice amount is determined by a number of factors like container size, shipping time and conditions. Please contact us for current rates and transit times.

Which customs documents do you need?

When you are sending goods to Saint John, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are required: Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Packing List. For more information, you can contact the customs of Canada or take a look at the website (www.sjport.com/).

What are Incoterms and which ones should you know?

Incoterms define who is responsible for each phase of shipping process. For sea transportation, we usually use CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the transportation to the named port of destination. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller must arrange all processes concerning the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).