Container shipping Hamburg to Cumana
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Sucre (VECUM)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship large volumes at low costs, you have low maintenance costs and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container by sea with break bulk or machinery is easy with shippinglines like X-Press Feeders. They offer a lot of container-types. Shipping lines offer the choice between Full Container Load (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via this website we offer dedicated information regarding international transport Cumana (VE CUM). We offer comprehensive information about the various sea container types. You will also find a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Contact u directly and we will send a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a quick, staunch and inexpensive way to transport large and heavy loads.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide relocations and the transit of fruit or bikes.
- The Port of Cumana is an important hub in Venezuela.
- The range of containers includes: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Sucre (VECUM) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your articles are put on a container with pellets. The middleman (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin Cumana (VE CUM), and will be shipped over the ocean to the customs at the POD (port of destination). They offer solutions like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the table below we provide you with details about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Cumana |
| Country of destination | Venezuela |
| Port Code | VECUM |
| Transportation time | +/- 26 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$ |
| Local address | Cumaná 6101, Sucre, Venezuela |
| E-mail address | venezuela@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | www.selinger.com/cumana.htm |
| Telephone number | – not available – |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Cumana
- Details of your shipment
Enter the departing port and the POD (port of destination). Specify your preference: FCL (Full Container Load) or Less Container Load (LCL). Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Pack you load
As a starting point, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent damage, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you are going to transport goods to Sucre (VECUM), you should think about up-to-date export documents (on behalf of national customs): certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, packing declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document signed by the carrier to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm shows who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use cargo tracking to see where your shipping is right now. They will send you a mail when the shipping is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.
Sea freight from Sucre (VECUM) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choose container
You want to ship a container from port of Cumana – (VE CUM) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is necessary to rent a suitable container. Based on your load you choose a size (20ft & 40ft) and different container agreements (LCL shipment or FCL shipment). Many international shipping lines operate this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the following summary you will find useful information about the most popular products. You may also like: Piano transport.
Advantages of a 20 ft container
20. ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items or international removals. Some extra info: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box is often used for transporting goods by means of shipping.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.500 kg.
Explanation of the forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. It is especially intended for shipping large cargo by sea. Also, you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ variant. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The dimensions are standard: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.200 kg.
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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. This has multiple advantages: It allows for a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Sucre (VECUM) or Rotterdam to Sucre (VECUM).
- What we mean by FCL is that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM.
When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, a shared container can be used. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). With LCL transport, you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. The advantages of this option include: you can send some good in a cheap way, less inventory costs & management and it is faster during peak-season. Notable: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is a better choice. The cost of the shipment is determined by the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- The goal of LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- Cost effective for shipments between 3 m3 and 13 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. POL, HMM, Evergreen, ZIM, Wan Hai.
What other types of containers are there
There are many different types of boxes available for the international transport of your cargo by sea. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for liquid bulk, wheat, barley and cocoa or very expensive items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Cristobal (PACTB), port of Apapa (NGAPP), Incheon (KRICH) harbor and terminal Chacabuco (CLPCH).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).
- Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Load types: what are you going to transport?
Transporting load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Cumana (VECUM) has lots of advantages: attractive tariffs, high sea vessel load capacity and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Much seen ocean cargo transported by sea include: liquid bulk, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, containerized. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
- House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, diesel, petroleum, chemicals, biofuels, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also lumber, plates, cement, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: are frequently packaged in smaller boxes: bags, boxes, cartons, crates, drums, or barrels/vats.
- Retail & other: cargo like art and antiques, toys, clothes, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy or food, machines, fashion, shoes, drinks.
FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Cumana takes around 26 days. The distance between the two ports is about 6000 nautical miles (M). This is roughly equivalent to 11112 kilometers. When you export something, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The precise shipping time depends on the speed of the boat, wind force and direction and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Cumana (Venezuela) are slightly above average. The total sum is determined by various ingredients such as type of container, season and pickup charges and Contact us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.
When transporting goods to Cumana, there are documents you need for customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses. For more detailed information please contact the customs of Venezuela or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.selinger.com/cumana.htm).
Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party is responsible for the carriage of the goods up to the port of origin. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).