Container shipping Hamburg to Bangkok
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Bangkok Modern Terminal (THBMT)? Sea freight is very practical: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is great for bulk goods and it is eco-friendly. Shipping a container with sea freight such as roll on/roll off or cars and other vehicles can be done via e.g. Sea Lead Shipping. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from many different types of shipping containers. Transporters make a distinction between (FCL) Full Container Load and partial shipments (LCL). Via our transport agents we provide you with helpful information about international transport Bangkok (TH BMT). You will find practical information about the different types of containers. You will also find a export plan in 5 steps. Send us your details and get a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, sure and low cost-way to import and export goods internationally.
- Compared to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight is perfect for international relocations and carrying ro-ro or equipment.
- The Port of Bangkok is a much-chosen harbor in Thailand.
- Commonly container types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Bangkok Modern Terminal (THBMT) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your material is loaded into the container. Your freight forwarder will book a container. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Bangkok (TH BMT), and will be shipped by sea to the recipient at the arrival harbour. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the next section we offer useful information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Bangkok |
| Country of destination | Thailand |
| Port Code | THBMT |
| Transit Time | +/- 44 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Port address | 120 Suksawad Rd., Mu 2, Pak Khlong Bang Plakot Phra Samut Chedi Samutprakan 10290 Thailand |
| thailand@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.bmt.co.th |
| Phone number | (662)4258999 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Bangkok
- Freight Details
Enter the port of origin and the arrival harbour. Determine the desired transport method: a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Loading the freight
Primarily, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Customs documents and procedures
When exporting goods to Bangkok Modern Terminal (THBMT), you must send several export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, packing declaration, packing list, certificates of origin, bill of lading. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document that is provided to the shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm shows who is responsible for e.g transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track your shipment
Use cargo tracking to check where your shipment is at this moment. You can check the status when the cargo is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Bangkok Modern Terminal (THBMT) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Bangkok – (TH BMT) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is highly recommended to book the right container for your cargo. Based on your load you choose a size (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. In the box below you can compare all types and read more about the most common sizes and types. We also offer more information about Ocean Freight.
What you need to know about the 20 ft container
20 foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most common and available size. They are easy to stack, so the transport costs are quite low. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods or international removals. What you might not know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is widely used for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- You can use 11 pallets on one tier.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.000 kilogram.
Information and benefits of 40ft container
The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. Many types of goods can be shipped within these boxes. This makes it a very popular choice for transporting large loads by sea. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ edition. They are 9’6 tall. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.400 kilogram.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then you can book your own full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The benefits are great: optimal transit time, less potential for damage and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: it is not suitable for small cargo and you have higher inventory costs. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Bangkok Modern Terminal (THBMT) or Rotterdam to Bangkok Modern Terminal (THBMT).
- What we mean by FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, ONE, COSCO.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). What we mean by LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, less inventory costs & management and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total shipping costs are related to volume and weight.
- LCL means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3 m3 – 14 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Evergreen, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM.
Alternative container types
There is a wide range of boxes for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. But there are also specific options for oils or chemicals, vegetables and fruit or fragile items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. You can also check more information about shipping to the Bay of Cadiz (ESCAD), port of Mannheim (DEMHG), Lautoka (FJLTK) harbor and terminal Kingstown (VCKTN).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat and other grain crops.
- 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: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.
Cargo types: what are you going to transport?
Transporting load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Bangkok (THBMT) have all kinds of advantages: attractive tariffs, best for Bulky Goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk, neo bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, biofuels, chemicals, petroleum, kerosene, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like plates, lumber, sugar, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
- Retail & other: freight like toys, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, clothes, electronic goods & food, machines, fashion, drinks, shoes.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Bangkok lasts about 44 days. The total distance is approximately 10600 nautical miles (NM). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 19631 kilometers. If you ship something by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. Shipping time is subject to the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Bangkok (Thailand) are relatively cheap. The actual costs are determined by various factors such as cargo weight, shipping route and pickup charges and Send us a message for a quote for your transport.
When transporting goods to Bangkok, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. Exporters need to include the following documents with their goods: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Insurance Certificate. For more information about these duties please contact the customs of Thailand or navigate to the website of the port or the government (www.bmt.co.th).
Incoterms define the conditions under which the products must be exported. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party takes care of the costs of transporting the cargo to the port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller is responsible for all expenses the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) and Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).