Container shipping Hamburg to Galveston
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Galveston (USGLS)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it is flexible and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a sea container with refrigerated cargo or vehicles is very easy with e.g. Wan Hai Lines. They can get you a lot of container-types. Shipping lines offer the choice between a complete full container (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we give accurate information regarding international transport Galveston (US GLS). We share knowledge and comprehensive information about the different types of containers. You can make use of our step-by-step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, trustworthy and cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is perfect for international relocations and the transportation of breakbulk or consumer goods.
- The Port of Galveston is a much-chosen harbor in United States.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Dry Van, Insulated, Flat Rack, Ventilated, Tank, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Galveston (USGLS) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will book a container. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the departure port Galveston (US GLS), and will be shipped by ocean to the terminal at the port of destination. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the attached table you will find practical information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Galveston |
| Country of destination | United States |
| Port Code | USGLS |
| Transit Time | +/- 29 days |
| Shipping rates | $$$$ |
| Local address | P.O. Box 328, Galveston, TX 77553, United States |
| portgalv@portofgalveston.com | |
| Website | www.portofgalveston.com/ |
| Phone number | 4097659321 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Galveston
- Select shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the POD. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or partial shipments (LCL). You also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Loading and labeling the freight
Firstly, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When you transport your cargo to Galveston (USGLS), you will need required export documents (for correct national customs papers): certificates of origin, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a legal document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Selecting the best Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm shows who is responsible for, for example, transport, insurance and duty related matters. The most common incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Follow your cargo live
Use cargo tracking to see where your cargo is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Galveston (USGLS) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick a container
Would you like to ship a container from port of Galveston – (US GLS) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to book the right container for your cargo. They come in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Many shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the section below you can compare all types and read more about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We also offer more information about Insurance Certificate or Policy.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
20 foot containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to stack on the vessel, that means they are quite cheap. Suitable for all types of cargo, including household goods or international removals. What you might not know: The term “TEU” stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit.
- This box offers a solution for transporting cargo by sea.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.400 kg.
Information and benefits of 40 FT container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. This makes it very economical for shipping large sea freight. Moreover, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ deal. You have more height at your disposal. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.700 kilogram.
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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?
f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, then a full container is often worth it. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. It is a popular transport method: efficient transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and it’s more cost-effective. There are of course also drawbacks: it is unsuitable for small goods exporters and insurance is extra important. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Galveston (USGLS) and Rotterdam to Galveston (USGLS).
- The idea of FCL is that you have the entire container space to yourself.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- Recommended for shipments from 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, CMA CGM, ONE, Maersk, COSCO.
What is a Less than container (LCL)?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, then your cargo will be combined with other cargo. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The concept of LCL is that you share space with others. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and it is more flexible during peak-times. Watch out: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The cost of LCL is based on the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- LCL means that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- The best choice for a charge between 1,5 m3 – 16,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Yang Ming, POL, Evergreen, HMM.
Other types of containers and customization
There exist a lot of box-types for shipping your items. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most common type is the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oils, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also look further at transport options in Lobito (AOLOB), port of Punta Arenas (CLPUQ), Ensenada (MXESE) harbor and terminal Damietta (EGDAM).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: maintains the initial temperature and protects the interior from exterior conditions.
- 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: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Main types of ocean freight: what are you going to transport?
Shipping cargo by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Galveston (USGLS) have all kinds of advantages: attractive pricing, very safe and secure and eco-friendly. Popular types of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, containerized, dry bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, gasoline, kerosene, hydrogen, chemicals, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like salt, plates, lumber, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: products like medical/pharmacy, toys, sports equipment, clothes, art and antiques + fashion, shoes, machines, food, drinks.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Galveston takes about 29 days. The distance between the two ports is about 6900 nautical miles (NM). That is about 12779 km. When you export something, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. The exact shipping time depends on condition of the hull, weather and port inspection.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Galveston (United States) are relatively expensive. The final invoice amount is determined by various factors such as cargo volume and weight, the total distance to the delivery destination and pickup charges and Message us for a completely free, no-obligation quote today.
When you send goods to Galveston, then customs clearance is an important step. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Commercial Invoice. For more detailed information please contact the customs of United States or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.portofgalveston.com/).
Incoterms tell us when ownership of the product changes hands. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party takes care of the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the agreed port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the freight until all cargo is on the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Carriage Paid To (CPT), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).