Container shipping Hamburg to Trieste

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Trieste (ITTRS)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is great for bulk goods and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting a sea container with refrigerated cargo or vehicles is easy with shippinglines like Wan Hai Lines. They can get you and a wide range of container types. Shipping lines offer the choice between full containers (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our transport specialists we offer useful information for international transport Trieste (IT TRS). You will find inside-information about the different types and ways of sea freight. You will also find a step-by-step export plan. Describe what you want to transport and receive a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a fast, secure and relatively cheap way to transport bulk containers.
Compared to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight provides services for international removals and the transit of gas-based fuels or cars and other vehicles.
The Port of Trieste is one of the biggest ports of Italy.
Frequently used containers types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Trieste (ITTRS) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your material is transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) will book a container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Trieste (IT TRS), and will be shipped by sea to the addressee at the arrival harbour. You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the table below you will find important information about the port of arrival.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Trieste
Country of destination	Italy
Port Code	ITTRS
Transportation time	+/- 16 days
Shipping rates	$
Local address	Via Von Bruck, 3, Trieste, TS 34143, Italy
Mail	info@porto.trieste.it
Website	www.porto.trieste.it
Phone	406731

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Trieste

Details of your shipping
Enter the departing port and the arrival port. Determine your container terms: Full Container Load (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also select container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Loading the freight
Primarily, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To avoid nasty 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
In the situations that you export goods to Trieste (ITTRS), you must send up-to-date export documents (for fast customs clearance): packing list, packing declaration, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that everything is ready to ship.
Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm determines who will pay for things like shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. The most common incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
Track your shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your cargo is at this moment. You can see exactly when the freight has been registered at the POO (port of load), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Trieste (ITTRS) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container

Would you like to ship a container from port of Trieste – (IT TRS) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Make sure you find the right container type. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Well-known shipping lines are CMA CGM, Evergreen, MSC, ZIM. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Trieste, Múggia, Monfalcone, Ronchi dei Legionari, Grado, Gorizia, Cervignano del Friuli, Cividale del Friuli, San Michele al Tagliamento, Latisana, Udine, Caorle, Codroipo, Tavagnacco, Concordia Sagittaria, Portogruaro, Rosa, San Vito al Tagliamento, Santo Stino di Livenza, Spilimbergo. In the next section you can compare all types and read more about the most popular products. We also offer more information about Tank Container.

Details of a 20ft container

20. ft. containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most popular container size. They are relatively easy to ship, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including household goods or international movings. Good to know: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

One of the most rented boxes for sending goods overseas.
A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
The maximum load is about +/- 27.000 kilogram.

Specifications of a 40 FT container

The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Good to know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ variant. They are 9’6 tall. Ideal if you have high cargo.

Used for dry freight of all kinds.
The dimensions are standard: 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high.
It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.000 kilogram.

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Information about Full Container (FCL)

If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. This has multiple advantages: ideal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Important to mention: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and the financial risk is much greater. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Trieste (ITTRS) and Rotterdam to Trieste (ITTRS).

FCL Means that means that you temporarily own a complete container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. ONE, CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd.

What does LCL container mean in shipping?

With a small freight, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). With LCL transport, you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are multiple advantages: you pay only for the volume you need, you spend less on inventory space and lower sourcing risk. Disclaimer: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.

LCL Means that means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
For low-volume shipments of between 4 m3 – 14 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. HMM, POL, Wan Hai, Evergreen, ZIM.

Other container types for special loads

You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your cargo. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Besides this, there are also applications for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, grain, flour, or very exclusive stuff. You can read more about it below. Also check other destinations such as Busan (KRPUS), port of Pecem (BRPEC), Tughlakabad (INTKD) harbor and terminal La Guaira (VELAG).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).

Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
Palletwide Containers: are adequate for shipping Euro-pallets because of the interior dimensions.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for storing temperature-sensitive good.
Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.

Freight types: What do you want to ship?

Transporting stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Trieste (ITTRS) has many benefits: attractive costs, it is great for transporting bulky goods and very flexible. Relevant ocean cargo categories via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, containerized, break bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk. You can read more about it in the section below.

Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, chemicals, diesel, gasoline, biofuels, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also sugar, salt, coils, plates.
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 art and antiques, toys, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment and furniture, drinks, shoes, fashion, food.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport

What is the shipping time from Hamburg to Trieste?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Trieste takes on average 16 days. The total distance is approx. 3550 nautical miles (nmi). That is about 6575 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. Shipping time is subject to draft and speed, weather and cargo flows.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Trieste (ITTRS)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Trieste (Italy) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various factors such as container size, shipping route and incoterms. Request a quote without obligation for a quote for your transport.

What documents do you need for customs?

When transporting goods to Trieste, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Certificate of Origin, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. For questions or additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Italy or check the official website for more info (www.porto.trieste.it).

What incoterm is the most appropriate?

Incoterms describe the rights and obligations of both seller and buyer. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller is responsible for covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR).