Container shipping Hamburg to Brest

You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Brest (FRBES)? Sea freight has many pluses: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it’s convenient and it is eco-friendly. Shipping a container with sea freight such as container cargo or personal goods can be facilitated by shippinglines like Hapag-Lloyd. They offer and a wide range of container types. An important point of attention is a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will receive actual information for the purpose of international transport Brest (FR BES). We share extensive information about the different types of containers. Besides this we share a step-by-step export plan. Send us your details and receive a quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a reliable, trustworthy and inexpensive way to transport bulk containers.
When we compare this to air freight, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight is perfect for international movings and the transit of ro-ro or personal effects.
The Port of Brest is a popular port in France.
You can choose from the following containers: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Insulated, Tank, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Brest (FRBES) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your cargo is transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) sends the location details to you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Brest (FR BES), and will be shipped by sea to the terminal at the destination harbor. They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the following paragraph 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 Brest
Country of destination	France
Port Code	FRBES
Transit Time	+/- 2 days
Shipping rates	$
Office address	Avenue de KIEL, Brest 29200, France
Mail	service.commercial@port.cci-brest.fr
Website	www.brest.port.fr/
Phone	33298468746

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Brest

Cargo details
Enter the port of origin and the POD (port of destination). Choose if you want to ship Full Container Load (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also select container size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Packing the container
First of all, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you are going to transport goods to Brest (FRBES), you should think about required export documents (on behalf of national customs): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a required document that is provided to the shipper describing the correct state of goods and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The agreed Incoterm determines who takes care of, among other things, transport, insurance and duty related matters. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Track and Trace shipment
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to check where your shipment is at this moment. You can see exactly when the vessel is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Brest (FRBES) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick your container

You are going to ship a container from port of Brest – (FR BES) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to book the right container for your cargo. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Several shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the following summary you will find useful information about the most popular container types. We also offer more information about Open-Top Container.

Specifications of a twenty foot container

20 ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are quite easy to transport, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items and removals. Nice to know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box offers a solution for transporting cargo via the ocean.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.200 kg.

What you need to know about the forty foot container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. He can hold much more cargo. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting bulk goods by sea. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ deal. Thereby you have a little more height. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

Used for dry freight of all kinds.
It has the following dimensions: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.200 kilogram.

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FCL: Full Container

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, it is best to book a full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The advantages are great: efficient transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are of course also drawbacks: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Brest (FRBES) or Rotterdam to Brest (FRBES).

FCL means that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
Load directly from factory or storage.
Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
Available at: e.g. ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO, CMA CGM.

Details about Less than container (LCL)

If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). What we mean by LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are multiple advantages: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, less inventory costs & management and it is more flexible during peak-times. Pay attention: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.

LCL Means that means that you reserve space in a partial container.
The best choice for a charge between 3,5 m3 – 13 m3.
You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, HMM, POL, Yang Ming, Evergreen.

What other types of containers are there

There exist a lot of box-types for freight forwarding. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oils, wheat, barley and cocoa or other special goods. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also check more information about shipping to Shuwaikh (KWSWK), port of Tanjung Sekong (IDTSE), Ranong (THUNN) harbor and terminal Cotonou (BJCOO).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.

Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.

Important types of ocean cargo: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Exporting load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Brest (FRBES) has a lot of pluses: it is economical, it is effective for large quantities of goods and minimal restrictions. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk, neo bulk. Below we give an explanation.

Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, kerosene, petroleum, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, lumber, cement, coils.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: goods like clothes, sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, toys or food, furniture, machines, fashion, drinks.

All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)

How many days are needed to ship from Hamburg to Brest?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Brest takes approximately 2 days. The total distance is about 275 nautical miles. Converted that is 509 km. If you ship something by sea, 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 or Estimated Time of Arrival. The actual shipping time depends on the speed of the boat, the sea conditions and type of shipment.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Brest (FRBES)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Brest (France) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by important aspects like the size of the container, shipping time and conditions. Fill in the application form for a customised quote and extra info.

What documents do you need for customs?

When shipping goods to Brest, then you should also think about customs clearance. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate. For more information, please contact the customs of France or check the official website for more info (www.brest.port.fr/).

What is the best Incoterm for my shipment?

Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller takes care of the costs of transporting the cargo to the named port of destination. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller takes care of the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).