Container shipping Hamburg to Hibikishinko

Would you like to ship a container from Hamburg to Hibiki Port (JPHBK)? Sea freight has many advantages: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it’s convenient and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting a sea container with break bulk or factory parts is very easy with e.g. Maersk. They offer a lot of container-types. A big difference is being made between a full container just for your freight (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we share up-to-date information regarding international transport Hibiki (JP HBK). You will find comprehensive information about the different types of sea containers. You can make use of our export plan in 5 steps. Contact u directly and we get you a quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is an innovative, sure and cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
When we compare it to air transport, it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
Sea freight is great for worldwide relocations and the transportation of container cargo or vehicles.
The Port of Hibikishinko is a much-chosen harbor in Japan.
Frequently used containers types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Hard-Top, Dry Van, Insulated, Refrigerated, Tank, Ventilated containers.

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Shipping to Hibiki Port (JPHBK) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your articles are transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company ensures that a container is ready. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Hibiki (JP HBK), and will be shipped by ocean to the importer at the POD. You can book various solutions like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the next section we share facts about the POD (Port Of Destination).

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Hibikishinko
Country of destination	Japan
Port Code	JPHBK
Transport Time	+/- 57 days
Shipping costs	$
Local address	1-2-7 Nishi-Kaigan, Moji-Ku, Kitakyushu 801-8555, Japan
Mail	kqport@kitaqport.or.jp
Website	www.kitaqport.or.jp
Phone number	81-93-321-5941

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Hibikishinko

Details of your shipping
Enter the port of origin and the POD (port of destination). Decide if you will ship a complete full container (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also select the desired size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
Loading the freight
Obviously, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To limit damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you ship cargo to Hibiki Port (JPHBK), you should organize required export documents (to the national customs): packing list, commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificates of origin, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to acknowledge that they have received the goods and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm states who is responsible for, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Ocean freight tracking
Use Cargo Track & Trace to see where your container is at this moment. They will send you a mail when the ship is loaded at the POL (port of origin), has been transferred to the POD (port of destination) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Hibiki Port (JPHBK) to Hamburg (DEHAM): match your cargo with container type

You are going to ship a container from port of Hibikishinko – (JP HBK) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is highly recommended to pick the right container type. They are available in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the section below you can compare all types and read more about the most common sizes and types. You can also click directly to information about Container Climate.

Advantages of a twenty foot container

20-foot containers (some people call it dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which ensures low handling costs. Suitable for all types of cargo, including personal items or international removals. Keep in mind: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.

One of the most rented boxes for sending goods overseas.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.400 kg.

Specifications of a 40 ft container

The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. What you may not know: there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ edition. They are 9’6 tall. This way cargo can be stacked high.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
The maximum load is +/- 28.400 kg.

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(FCL) Full Container

If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you better book an exclusive private full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. This has multiple advantages: efficient transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. Of course there are also downsides: you need large volume to be viable and it is hard to book during peak season. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Hibiki Port (JPHBK) and Rotterdam to Hibiki Port (JPHBK).

The goal of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, COSCO, MSC.

Information about LCL containers

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. LCL Means that means that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You benefit from many advantages: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, reduces the costs of keeping a high inventory of goods stored and it is faster during peak-season. Worth mentioning: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. LCL cost is calculated by the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.

The meaning of LCL is: your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
A good solution for shipping volumes between 1,5 m3 & 15 m3.
Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. ZIM, HMM, POL, Yang Ming, Wan Hai.

Various other types of containers

There are many different types of boxes available for the international transport of your cargo by sea. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, flowers, fruit or high class goods. You can read all about it in the section below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Jacksonville (USJAX), port of Xingang (CNXGG), Beira (MZBEW) harbor and terminal Rauma (FIRAU).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

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: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.

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

Exporting goods by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Hibikishinko (JPHBK) is very popular because of you can ship large volumes at low costs, there are lots of different shipping options and eco-friendly. Popular types of ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: containerized, dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk. Below you can read more information about it.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
House Moving: your belongings will be safe and secured with international relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, petroleum, gasoline, diesel, chemicals, biofuels.
Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sand, sugar, salt, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel for wheeled freight-carrying equipment.
Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
Retail & other: load like medical/pharmacy, toys, electronic goods, art and antiques, sports equipment and food, furniture, fashion, shoes, machines.

All about international transport (FAQ)

What is the transit time from Hamburg to Hibiki?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Hibikishinko takes about 57 days. The total distance is about 13600 nautical miles. 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 25187 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: condition of the hull and the propeller, weather conditions and type of shipment.

How expensive is shipping a container to Hibiki Port (JPHBK)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Hibikishinko (Japan) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by various features such as type of goods transported, transit time and freight forwarder handling fees. Feel free to contact us for current rates and transit times.

What customs documents do i need?

When you are exporting goods to Hibiki, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are required: Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate. For additional information and answers to questions you can contact the customs of Japan or check the official website for more info (www.kitaqport.or.jp).

What are Incoterms and which ones should you know?

Incoterms are a set of 11 internationally-recognized rules that define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the agreed port. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller must arrange everything regarding the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).