Container shipping Hamburg to Bolama
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Bolama (GWBOL)? Sea freight has many pluses: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is efficient and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container overseas with liquids or machinery can be outsourced to e.g. Transworld Group. You can book different types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will receive helpful information for the purpose of international transport Bolama (GW BOL). You can read comprehensive information about the different types of containers. You will also find a 5 step export plan. Contact u directly and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, safe and low cost-way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
- Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is ideal for international removals and the transit of dry bulk or motorbikes.
- The Port of Bolama is one of the biggest ports of Guinea-Bissau.
- Frequently used containers types are: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Tank, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Bolama (GWBOL) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your material is stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will reserve a container for you. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Bolama (GW BOL), and will be shipped by ocean to the addressee at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the schedule 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 Bolama |
| Country of destination | Guinea-Bissau |
| Port Code | GWBOL |
| Transit Time | +/- 15 days |
| Shipping costs | $$$$ |
| Local address | CP 25, c/o Bissau Port Authority, Bissau, Guinea-Bissau |
| guinea-bissau@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.guinebissaurepublic.com |
| Phone | – not available – |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Bolama
- Details of your shipping
Enter the departure port and the port of destination. Decide how you want to export: Full Container Load (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the size of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Loading and labeling the freight
Obviously, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Customs documents and procedures
If you are going to transport goods to Bolama (GWBOL), you should think about various export documents (on behalf of national customs): certificates of origin, packing list, bill of lading, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are important to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The chosen Incoterm decides who is responsible for e.g shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Widely used incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your load is at this moment. You can see 24/7 when the shipping is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Bolama (GWBOL) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container type
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Bolama – (GW BOL) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is crucial to find the right container type. They come in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the text box below you will find useful information about the most popular products. You may also like: Furniture transport.
Information and benefits of 20 ft container
20 FT containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are relatively easy to ship, which ensures low handling costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal effects and international removals. Keep in mind: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for transporting goods by means of shipping.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.800 kg.
Advantages of a 40 foot container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. In conclusion, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ version. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- 1 FEU fit up to 20 Standard Pallets, and 24 Euro Pallets.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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Information about FCL containers
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, 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 your container with anyone else. This has multiple advantages: quick transit time, less potential for damage and and it is cheaper per unit. Important to mention: the transshipment is more complex and insurance is extra important. Do you want to send items from another port? Check also Antwerp to Bolama (GWBOL) and Rotterdam to Bolama (GWBOL).
- FCL means that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The meaning of LCL is: you share the container with other importers. You benefit from many advantages: you can send some good in a cheap way, storage and insurance is advantageous and more options during peak shipping season. Worth mentioning: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- LCL Means that means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 3,5 m3 – 16,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, ZIM, Yang Ming, HMM, POL.
Other types of containers and customization
There are many different types of boxes available for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are also special possibilities for oils or chemicals, meat, fish and frozen foods or very expensive items. We’ve explained it all below. Also check other destinations such as Niigata (JPKIJ), port of Gioia Tauro (ITGIT), Bristol (GBBRS) harbor and terminal AL Khoms (LYKHO).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Kind of freight: What do you want to ship?
Importing load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Bolama (GWBOL) is very popular because of it is very efficient, best for Bulky Goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Popular types of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, dry bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
- House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, biofuels, gasoline, diesel, petroleum, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sand, cement, rods, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, toys, sports equipment, art and antiques, clothes & food, fashion, drinks, machines, furniture.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Bolama takes around 15 days. The total distance is about 3450 nautical miles (M). Converted that is 6389 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: displacement of the vessel, the sea conditions and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Bolama (Guinea-Bissau) are relatively expensive. The total price tag is determined by a number of factors like container size, period of the year and incoterms. Feel free to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When sending goods to Bolama, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are important: Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Guinea-Bissau or view the website of the port/government (www.guinebissaurepublic.com).
Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party arranges the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Free on Board (FOB) means the selling party is fully liable for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).