Share costs, ship affordably. How shared containers work, what you can load and why it's the smartest option for most shipments.
Not everyone has enough goods to fill an entire container — and you don't have to. With a shared container, you split the space and costs with other customers. The result: professional sea freight shipping to Gambia without spending a fortune.
With a shared container (also known as LCL — Less than Container Load), goods from multiple customers are loaded together into a 20ft or 40ft container. Each customer pays only for the space their shipment actually occupies. The container is assembled, managed and shipped to Gambia as a whole by the freight forwarder.
In contrast, a full container (FCL — Full Container Load) is used exclusively by one customer. This only makes financial sense from about 15 cubic metres of cargo.
Shared space, shared costs. Ideal for small and medium shipments. You pay per cubic metre or a flat rate depending on the forwarder.
Exclusive container just for your goods. Makes sense from approx. 15 m³ of cargo. Maximum flexibility in size and loading.
A shared container is the right choice if you want to send a manageable amount of goods to Gambia, for example:
Rule of thumb: if your shipment fits in a garage, a shared container is the right choice. If you can fill a warehouse, a full container makes more sense.
You only pay for the space you actually use — not an entire container. This makes sea freight affordable even for smaller shipments.
Pimex Enterprise regularly organizes shared containers from Baden-Württemberg to Gambia. You don't have to wait until a full container is filled.
Pickup, packing, loading, sea freight, customs clearance in Banjul — one price, one contact person, no hidden costs.
Your goods are packaged and labeled separately from other shipments. Mix-ups are impossible.
Essentially all permitted goods for Gambia can be sent in a shared container. This includes clothing, household items, electronics, tools, building materials, furniture, solar equipment and much more.
Not allowed in the shared container: perishable food, hazardous goods, weapons, drugs and other prohibited items. For a full list, read our article "What Can You Send to Gambia?"
| Criterion | Shared Container |
|---|---|
| Cost per kg | Significantly cheaper |
| Maximum weight | Virtually unlimited |
| Transit time | 4–8 weeks |
| Customs clearance | Handled for you |
| Large/heavy items | No problem |
| Ideal for | Everything from approx. 30 kg |
For individual small parcels under 5 kg, air freight via courier may make sense. For everything else, a shared container is usually the more economical choice — especially if you're sending multiple boxes or bulky items.
How long do I have to wait until the container is full?
At Pimex Enterprise we organize regular departures. You typically don't have to wait long. We transparently inform you about the next scheduled shipping date.
Are my goods safe?
Each shipment is separately packaged, labeled and documented. In the container, shipments are separated from each other. The entire container is also insured during transport.
Can I also send furniture or appliances?
Yes — as long as the items fit in the container and are among the permitted goods. Washing machines, fridges, mattresses and bicycles are no problem.
Pimex Enterprise regularly organizes shared containers from Baden-Württemberg to Gambia. As your local contact in Southern Germany, we offer personal advice, on-site pickup and professional handling all the way to delivery in Banjul. Our own team on the ground ensures smooth customs clearance.
Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote. We'll personally advise you and find the best solution for your shipment.
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