Container shipping Hamburg to Santo Domingo
Would you like to ship a container from Hamburg to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is great for bulk goods and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a container by sea with roll on/roll off or cars is easy with shippinglines like Transworld Group. When you are exporting, you can choose from all kind of containers. An important point of attention is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our transport specialists we share useful information for the purpose of international transport Santo Domingo (DO SDQ). We offer practical information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You can make use of our practical step-by-step plan. Send you shipping details and we will prepare a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, trustworthy and low cost-way to transport large and heavy loads.
- When we compare this to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is ideal for international movings and the transportation of ro-ro or factory parts.
- The Port of Santo Domingo is a frequently chosen port in Dominican Republic.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Refrigerated, Tank, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your cargo is put on a container with pellets. The middleman (freight forwarder) have a special container prepared. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of Santo Domingo (DO SDQ), and will be shipped over the ocean to the agent at the POD (port of destination). There are different kind of options: port-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port. In the attached table you will find some basic data of the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Santo Domingo |
| Country of destination | Dominican Republic |
| Port Code | DOSDQ |
| Transportation time | +/- 25 days |
| Shipping rates | $$ |
| Port address | Santo Domingo 10210, Dominicaanse Republiek |
| dominican-republic@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.apordom.gov.do/ |
| Phone | – not available – |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Santo Domingo
- Details of your shipping
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the arrival port. Choose if you want to ship a full container for yourself (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Packing the container
To begin, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Export documents
If you ship cargo to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ), you will have to provide various export documents (for fast customs clearance): bill of lading, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a legal document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm defines who takes care of, among other things, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Much chosen incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use the track and trace service to see where your container is at this moment. They will send you a mail when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) to Hamburg (DEHAM): match your cargo with container type
You need to ship a container from port of Santo Domingo – (DO SDQ) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to find the right container type. There are different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and methods (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the next section you can read all important information about the most popular boxes. Also click further for information about Import.
What you need to know about the 20ft container
20 ft. containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are easy to stack, that means they are quite cheap. Very suitable for the transport of furniture and international removals. Nice to know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.
- A very popular box for sending goods with transport ships.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.900 kg.
What you need to know about the forty foot container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Good to know: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ choice. You have more height at your disposal. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- The format is universal: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.600 kilogram.
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Information about Full Container (FCL)
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, it is best to book a full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. There are many advantages to it: efficient transit time, limited chance of damage and the rates are more favorable. There are of course also drawbacks: it is not efficient for small cargo types and less convenient delivery options. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) and Rotterdam to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ).
- What we mean by FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, CMA CGM, MSC.
Information about LCL containers
If a large full container is unnecessary, a shared container can be used. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The idea of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. You benefit from many advantages: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory space and it is more flexible during peak-times. Remark: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is a better choice. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- The premise of LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- The best choice for a charge between 2,5 m3 and 14,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Evergreen, HMM, POL, Wan Hai.
Other special types of containers
There is a wide range of boxes for international cargo shipping. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are innovative and special constructions for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, wheat, barley and cocoa or very expensive items. You can read more about it below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Casablanca (MACAS), port of Mar del Plata (ARMDQ), Chittagong (BDCGP) harbor and terminal Sokhna (EGSOK).
- Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- Open-Top Containers: is a shipping box without a roof.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Kind of cargo: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping cargo by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) has many benefits: you can ship large volumes at low costs, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk, containerized. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, gasoline, chemicals, diesel, kerosene, biofuels.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also salt, sand, lumber, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: load like art and antiques, clothes, electronic goods, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy and fashion, machines, shoes, furniture, food.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Santo Domingo takes around 25 days. The total distance is approx. 5800 nautical miles (nmi). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 10742 km. When you send something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The exact shipping time has several factors: vessel speed, wind force and direction and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic) are average. The total cost is subject to important aspects like cargo weight, season and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Message us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When transporting goods to Santo Domingo, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate. For questions or additional information, you can contact the customs of Dominican Republic or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.apordom.gov.do/).
Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party takes care of delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the named port of destination. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).