Container shipping Hamburg to Vila do Conde
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Vila do Conde (BRVDC)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it is flexible and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Ship a container overseas with container cargo or equipment can be facilitated by shippinglines like Global Feeder Shipping LLC. They can get you different types of containers. Transporters make a distinction between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we provide useful information for the purpose of international transport Vila do Conde (BR VDC). We provide inside-information about the different types of containers. For this we offer a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and receive a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, sure and relatively cheap way to ship high volume products.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it offers more capacity and value.
- Sea freight is suitable for international relocations and importing vegetables or furniture.
- The Port of Vila do Conde is one of the biggest ports of Brazil.
- Containers that are often transported are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Insulated, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Vila do Conde (BRVDC) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your goods are put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder (the middleman) sends the location details to you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Vila do Conde (BR VDC), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the POD. You need to make a choose out of: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the table below we share important information about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Vila do Conde |
| Country of destination | Brazil |
| Port Code | BRVDC |
| Transportation time | +/- 26 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Local address | Endereco Rodovia PA-481, Km 2,3, Vila do Conde, Barcarena, Para CEP: 68.447-000, Brazil |
| gomes@cdp.com.br | |
| Website | www.cdp.com.br |
| Telephone number | 91-3182-9000 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Vila do Conde
- Select shipment details
Enter the port of departure and destination of shipment. Determine your container terms: a complete full container (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. Also choose the desired format (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Cargo preparations
First of all, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Customs document
If you want to send goods to Vila do Conde (BRVDC), you will need several export documents (to the national customs): export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing declaration, packing list. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document signed by the carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm defines who assumes the risk of, for example, insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use cargo tracking to check where your shipping is right now. You can see 24/7 when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Vila do Conde (BRVDC) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container type
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Vila do Conde – (BR VDC) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to pick the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container specifications (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the text box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular container types. You can also click through to our page about Cars transport.
Explanation of the 20ft container
20 FT containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Very suitable for the transport of furniture and movings. Good to know: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box is often used for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.900 kg.
Details of a 40ft container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large volumes of cargo. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ box. Thereby you have a little more height. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The format is universal: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- Important: maximum load weight of +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, 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. It is a popular transport method: It allows for a faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is expensive for small loads and you have higher inventory costs. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Vila do Conde (BRVDC) or Rotterdam to Vila do Conde (BRVDC).
- The meaning of FCL is: the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, ONE.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The meaning of LCL is: you share space with others. There are many positive aspects to mention like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and lower sourcing risk. Important: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping rates are based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- The concept of LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 4 m3 – 13,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, POL, ZIM, Wan Hai, HMM.
What other types of containers are there
The range of boxes is very diverse for freight forwarding. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Besides this, there are also applications for liquids, meat, fish and frozen foods or other special goods. You can read all about it in the section below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Dar es Salaam (TZDAR), port of Agadir (MAAGA), Terminal Fredericia (DKFRC) harbor and terminal Acajutla (SVAQJ).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.
- Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.
Load types: What do you want to ship?
Importing goods by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Vila do Conde (BRVDC) has a lot of pluses: low tariffs, there are lots of different shipping options and very flexible. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: break bulk, neo bulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk, containerized. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals, petroleum, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like coils, salt, cement, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: goods like clothes, electronic goods, toys, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques or drinks, shoes, machines, fashion, furniture.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Vila do Conde takes on average 26 days. The total distance is approximately 5900 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 10927 km. 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. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The precise shipping time depends on the boat speed, weather and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Vila do Conde (Brazil) are relatively expensive. The actual costs are determined by important aspects like cargo weight, period of the year and exchange rates. Feel free to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Vila do Conde, then customs clearance is an important step. You will need the following documentation: Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice. For questions or additional information, you can contact the customs of Brazil or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.cdp.com.br).
The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. Common sea freight incoterms are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter is responsible for 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. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA) and Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).