Container shipping Hamburg to Douala

Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Douala (CMDLA)? Sea freight is very useful: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is economical and it is eco-friendly. Exporting a container overseas with refrigerated cargo or factory parts can be facilitated by shippinglines like TS Lines. When you are exporting, you can choose from all kind of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: a full container for yourself (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport specialists we provide you with actual information with a view to international transport Douala (CM DLA). We provide useful information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You can make use of our practical step-by-step plan. Describe what you want to transport and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a quick, safe and low cost-way to transport bulk containers.
Compared to air transport, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for international removals and the transit of container cargo or motorbikes.
The Port of Douala is an important hub in Cameroon.
Popular container types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Insulated, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Refrigerated, Tank, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Douala (CMDLA) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your articles are wrapped up in shipping containers. The intermediary (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Douala (CM DLA), and will be shipped by ocean to the recipient at the destination harbor. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the schedule below we share facts about the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Douala
Country of destination	Cameroon
Port Code	CMDLA
Transportation time	+/- 22 days
Shipping prices	$$$
Office address	5 Boulevard Leclerc Douala BP 4020 Cameroon
E-mail address	harbourdohaport@qatar.net.qa
Website	www.otal.com/cameroon/index.htm
Phone number	237420133

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Douala

Shipment details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD (port of destination). Choose if you want to ship (FCL) full containers or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Pack you load
Primarily, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
Customs document
If you want to send cargo to Douala (CMDLA), you will need various export documents (to the national customs): packing list, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Find your incoterms
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The chosen Incoterm decides how much responsibility you have for transport, insurance and duty related matters. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Ship Live Tracking
Use cargo tracking to see where your cargo is at this moment. You can check easily when the freight has been 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 Douala (CMDLA) to Hamburg (DEHAM): match your cargo with container type

You need to ship a container from port of Douala – (CM DLA) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to ask an appropriate container. They come in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Popular shipping lines include CMA CGM, Maersk, MOL, MSC. Well-known cities around the harbor are Douala, Bonabéri, Dibombari, Tiko, Muyuka, Mutengene, Buea, Limbe, Yabassi, Edéa, Kumba, Loum, Idenao, Manjo, Nkongsamba, Melong, Kribi, Eséka, Bafang, Bana. In the next section we put everything together and offer information about the most popular container types. You may also like: Ventilated Container.

Explanation about a 20 foot container

20. ft. containers (also known as dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are quite easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects or international movings. What you might not know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is a very suitable choice for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.000 kg.

Explanation about a 40 ft container

A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large quantities of goods. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ edition. You’ve got just a little extra height. Very suitable for high products.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The format is universal: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.400 kilogram.

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Information about FCL containers

If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, than you can reserve your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. The benefits are great: faster transit time, damage is lessened and it’s more cost-effective. Important to mention: 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 Douala (CMDLA) or Rotterdam to Douala (CMDLA).

FCL means that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CMA CGM, Maersk, COSCO.

LCL: Less than container

With a small freight, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The meaning of LCL is: you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you pay only for the volume you need, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more options during peak shipping season. Notable: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then you better go for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.

What we mean by LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3 m3 & 13,5 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, POL, Yang Ming, ZIM, HMM.

Information about other types of containers

There exist a lot of box-types for international cargo shipping. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. But there are also specific options for liquid bulk, flour, coffee or cocoa or high class goods. You can read all about it in the section below. Also check other destinations such as Manila South Harbour (PHMNS), port of Civitavecchia (ITCVV), Brest (FRBES) harbor and terminal Lautoka (FJLTK).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).

Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Load types: what do you want to transport by sea?

Shipping load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Douala (CMDLA) has a lot of pluses: low prices, it is great for transporting bulky goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, break bulk. Below you can read more information about it.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, gasoline, petroleum, hydrogen, kerosene, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and plates, sand, coils, rods.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
Retail & other: goods like toys, art and antiques, sports equipment, clothes, medical/pharmacy + food, machines, shoes, furniture, fashion.

FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport

What is the sea shipping time for goods from Hamburg to Douala?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Douala takes approximately 22 days. The total distance is approximately 5100 nautical miles (NM). That is about 9445 km. When you export something, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull, wind force and wind direction and type of shipment.

What are the average costs of shipping container to Douala (CMDLA)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Douala (Cameroon) are slightly above average. The total cost is subject to various ingredients such as container size, season and incoterms. Fill in the request form for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.

Which customs documents are required for my shipment?

When sending goods to Douala, then there are some important customs clearance documents. You need to present the following documents: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of Cameroon or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.otal.com/cameroon/index.htm).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? Common used agreement models for international container shipping are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller is responsible for transportation and insurance to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the selling party is fully liable for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).