Container shipping Hamburg to Gwangyang

You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Gwangyang (KRKAN)? Sea freight has many advantages: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is efficient and it is trustworthy. Transporting a container overseas with container cargo or semi-finished goods can be outsourced to e.g. Arkas Container Transport. There are all kind of containers. An important point of attention is a full container for yourself (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our freight forwarders we share accurate information for the purpose of international transport Gwangyang (KR KAN). We get you extensive information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Mail us with your needs and we will send a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, sure and cheap way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
When you compare it with air shipments, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight provides services for worldwide removals and shipping break bulk or semi-finished goods.
The Port of Gwangyang is an important logistics artery in Korea.
You can choose from the following containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Insulated, Refrigerated, Tank, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Gwangyang (KRKAN) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your material is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) ensures that a container is ready. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure Gwangyang (KR KAN), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the arrival port. They can get you services like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the attached table you will find some basic data of the port of discharge.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Gwangyang
Country of destination	Korea
Port Code	KRKAN
Transit Time	+/- 54 days
Shipping rates	$$$
Local address	335-1 Sujeong-dong Yeosu City 550-705 Korea, South
E-mail	ohkt@momaf.go.kr
Website	www.portgy.com
Telephone number	061-650-6000

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Gwangyang

Information about your freight
Enter the departing port and the destination harbor. Decide how you want to export: (FCL) full containers or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the dimensions of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
Packing the freight
Primarily, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To prevent accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
Customs documents and procedures
If you ship goods to Gwangyang (KRKAN), you should organize up-to-date export documents (for fast customs clearance): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, bill of lading, packing declaration, export/import customs declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
Determine the desired Incoterm
Incoterms are relevant terms for worldwide shipping to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm shows who is responsible for, for example, insurance, transport and all documents. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Track and Trace shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your container is at this moment. You can check the status when the load is departed from Port of Loading, has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.

Sea freight from Gwangyang (KRKAN) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container

Would you like to ship a container from port of Gwangyang – (KR KAN) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to rent a suitable container. They are available in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Well-known shipping lines are CMA CGM. Major towns near the seaport are Seoul. In the following summary you can read all important information about the most common sizes and types. Check also more information about Cargo types.

What you need to know about the 20ft container

20 FT containers (a.k.a. dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which results in lower shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of furniture and international movings. What you might not know: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is often used for shipping freight by sea.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
You can load it with maximum +/- 27.000 kg.

Important specifications of the 40 ft container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Tip: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ box. You have more height at your disposal. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
It has the following dimensions: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.200 kg.

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(FCL) Full Container

When you want to ship large quantities of goods, 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: quick transit time, less potential for damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not efficient for small cargo types and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Gwangyang (KRKAN) or Rotterdam to Gwangyang (KRKAN).

The premise of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, MSC, ONE, CMA CGM, COSCO.

Information about LCL containers

If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). With LCL transport, you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are multiple advantages: you can send some good in a cheap way, you can save on inventory costs and lower sourcing risk. Notable: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on the volume and weight of the packages.

LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
For low-volume shipments of between 4 m3 – 16 m3.
You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, POL, Evergreen, ZIM.

Various other types of containers

There are many different types of boxes available for ocean transport. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. Besides this, there are also applications for oils, onions, potatoes, vegetables or fragile items. We’ve explained it all below. You can also look further at transport options in Zanzibar (TZZNZ), port of Chalmers (NZPOE), Krishnapatnam (INKRI) harbor and terminal Pemba (MZPOL).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.

Open-Top Containers: perfect when large cargo needs to be loaded safely from above.
Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
Tank Containers: are basically, cylindrical vessels held within a standard 20ft ISO frame.
Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.

Kind of freight: what are you going to transport?

Exporting load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Gwangyang (KRKAN) has many benefits: attractive costs, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: liquid bulk, neo bulk, containerized, break bulk, roll on/roll off. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, diesel, hydrogen, biofuels, petroleum, chemicals.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sand, lumber, salt, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
Retail & other: freight like sports equipment, toys, electronic goods, clothes, art and antiques and drinks, furniture, machines, food, fashion.

FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport

How long does it take a cargo ship from Hamburg to Gwangyang?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Gwangyang takes on average 54 days. The distance between the two ports is about 12600 nautical miles (nmi). This is roughly equivalent to 23335 kilometers. When you ship a sea container, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The actual shipping time depends on draft and speed, sea weather condition and maintenance.

What is the total price of shipping a container to Gwangyang (KRKAN)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Gwangyang (Korea) are slightly above average. The total price tag is determined by important aspects like cargo dimension, period of the year and other costs like stacking and siting. Send us a message for additional information, transit time and current rates.

What customs documents do i need?

When sending goods to Gwangyang, then you should also think about customs clearance. You need to present the following documents: Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, you can contact the customs of Korea or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.portgy.com).

Which incoterm is best for me?

The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. The most commonly used Incoterms are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter arranges covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).