Container shipping Hamburg to Lobito
Do you need to ship a container from Hamburg to Lobito (AOLOB)? Sea freight is very useful: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, you have low maintenance costs and it has live tracking. Transporting containers with freight like roll on/roll off or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like IRISL Group. Freight forwarders offer many different sizes and types of shipping containers. An important point of attention is a full container for yourself (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we give actual information for international transport Lobito (AO LOB). We get you useful information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. On this website you can read a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and you will get a competitive quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a reliable, safe and cost-effective way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is perfect for worldwide removals and carrying fruit or cars.
- The Port of Lobito offers excellent transit options in Angola.
- You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 footers, 40 footers and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Tank, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Lobito (AOLOB) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the departing port Lobito (AO LOB), and will be shipped by ocean to the consignee at the POD. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you will find important information about the port of delivery.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Lobito |
| Country of destination | Angola |
| Port Code | AOLOB |
| Transportation time | +/- 25 days |
| Shipping prices | $$$ |
| Office address | Avenida da Independencia, CP 16, Lobito, Angola |
| angola@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | governo.gov.ao |
| Telephone number | 24472223439 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Lobito
- Shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the POD (port of destination). Specify your preference: FCL (Full Container Load) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also select container size (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Prepare your package
To start with, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To prevent accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
When exporting goods to Lobito (AOLOB), you should think about relevant export documents (for the purpose of national customs): bill of lading, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing declaration, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that everything is ready to ship.
- Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your shipping is at this moment. They will send you a mail when the cargo 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 Lobito (AOLOB) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Lobito – (AO LOB) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Make sure you book the right container for your cargo. Based on your load you choose a size (20 foot, 40 foot) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next chapter we put everything together and offer information about the most popular boxes. You may also like: Air Freight.
Explanation of the 20ft container
20 ft. containers (sometimes also called dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including household goods and international removals. Some extra info: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.
- A very popular box for sending goods overseas.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.700 kg.
Specifications of a 40 FT container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Moreover, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ version. You’ve got just a little extra height. Ideal for tall items.
- They are ideal for big shipments.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.300 kilogram.
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When is a FCL container a good choice?
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: Usually a faster transit time, limited damage risk and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are of course also drawbacks: the transshipment is more complex and insurance is more expensive. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Lobito (AOLOB) and Rotterdam to Lobito (AOLOB).
- The idea of FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, Maersk, CMA CGM.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
If a large full container is unnecessary, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The idea of LCL is that you share space with others. There are many positive aspects to mention like: perfect for shipping small loads, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and lower sourcing risk. Watch out: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total shipping costs are related to the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- The goal of LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 2 m3 – 14 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, Evergreen, HMM, Yang Ming, ZIM.
Various other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. But there are also specific options for oils, flowers, fruit or very exclusive stuff. We give a short explanation below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Puerto Deseado (ARPUD), port of Huelva (ESHUV), Nagoya (JPNGO) harbor and terminal Sydney (CASYD).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: the roof can be removed if necessary.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for bulk shipping and temporary storage of mixed products.
- 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: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.
Important types of ocean cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Exporting load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Lobito (AOLOB) has a lot of pluses: low cost, it is great for transporting bulky goods and it’s better for the environment than air freight. The most important ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: break bulk, containerized, neo bulk, liquid bulk, dry bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, biofuels, petroleum, chemicals, diesel, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like plates, lumber, sand, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): means that the cargo is moved on and off the vessel on wheels.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: freight like art and antiques, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, toys and fashion, food, shoes, machines, drinks.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Lobito takes about 25 days. The distance to be covered is about 5900 nautical miles (nmi). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 10927 km. When you have booked a sea freight you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The shipping time is determined on the basis of vessel speed, wind force and direction and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Lobito (Angola) are slightly above average. The final invoice amount is determined by various factors such as cargo weight, the total distance to the delivery destination and freight forwarder handling fees. Please contact us for a quote for your transport.
When transporting goods to Lobito, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin. For more information, please contact the customs of Angola or take a look at the website (governo.gov.ao).
Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter bears responsibility for covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller must arrange everything regarding 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), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).