Container shipping Hamburg to hyderabad

Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is economical and you can track the cargo in real time. Ship a container overseas with break bulk or cars and other vehicles is very easy with e.g. Transworld Group. You can book and a wide range of container types. An important point of attention is (FCL) full containers and a shared container (LCL). Via our portal we share up-to-date information regarding international transport Sanathnagar (IN SNF). We offer practical information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. For this we offer a 5 step export plan. Mail us with your needs and we will send a quote with market prices.

Ocean shipping is a good, safe and relatively cheap way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
When we compare it to air transport, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and exporting liquid bulk or semi-finished goods.
The Port of hyderabad is an important logistics artery in India.
We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Ventilated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your personal stuff is packed in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) will reserve a container for you. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of Sanathnagar (IN SNF), and will be transported by sea to the addressee at the POD. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the list below you will find some basic data of the arrival port.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of hyderabad
Country of destination	India
Port Code	INSNF
Transportation time	+/- 31 days
Shipping costs	$
Port address	Banthala Chirori Loni, Ghaziabad, U.P. – 201102
E-mail address	dkishore@icdloni.com
Website	www.india.gov.in
Phone number	– not available –

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of hyderabad

Information about your freight
Enter the origin of shipment and the destination harbor. Specify your preference: a full container for yourself (FCL) or (LCL) Less Container Load. Also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Loading the freight
To start with, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Your load also need to be labelled in the right way.
Customs documents and procedures
If you are going to transport goods to ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF), you will need several export documents (to the national customs): packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, certificates of origin, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent describing the correct state of goods and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Selecting the best Incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who assumes the risk of, for example, transit, insurance and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB).
Track your cargo
Use container track and trace to check where your container is at this moment. You can see in realtime when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its desired final destination.

Sea freight from ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a container that suits your cargo

You are going to ship a container from port of hyderabad – (IN SNF) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to ask an appropriate container. They are available in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different container agreements (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). Many international shipping lines operate this route. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the text box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Check also more information about Packing list.

Important specifications of the 20 ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to stack, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and household goods and removals. Good to know: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.

One of the most rented boxes for sending goods overseas.
The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.000 kg.

Important specifications of the 40 ft container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They are very suitable for e.g. industrial goods and retail products. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large sea freight. Good to know: there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ choice. Thereby you have a little more height. Stuff can be stacked high.

They are ideal for big shipments.
The format is almost always the same: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.100 kilogram.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?

When you need a lot of container space, it is best to book a full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many pluses: Usually a faster transit time, limited damage risk and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and there is only limited availability. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF) and Rotterdam to ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF).

The idea of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. Maersk, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, ONE.

In which situations do I choose an LCL container?

If you do not need a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The idea of LCL is that you share space with others. There are many benefits like: you can send some good in a cheap way, storage and insurance is advantageous and more options during peak shipping season. Watch out: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The shipping costs are calculated on the basis of the volume in m3 and the weight of the freight.

LCL means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 2 m3 – 16 m3.
Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. HMM, Wan Hai, Evergreen, POL, Yang Ming.

Other types of containers and customization

The range of boxes is very diverse for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. There are also special possibilities for liquid bulk, wheat, barley and cocoa or high class goods. You can read more about it below. You can also read more information about shipments to Hibiki Port (JPHBK), port of Savannah (USSAV), Bahrain (BHBAH) harbor and terminal Belem (BRBEL).

Bulk Containers: very suitable for dry bulk goods such as wheat and other grain crops.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: special roof makes it fairly easier to load and unload the cargo through forklift.
High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: the best option for for organic products.

Cargo types: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Transporting load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to hyderabad (INSNF) has lots of advantages: low tariffs, best for Bulky Goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: roll on/roll off, containerized, dry bulk, break bulk, liquid bulk. Below we give an explanation.

Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, diesel, petroleum, gasoline, chemicals, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also lumber, rods, cement, sand.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
Retail & other: goods like electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, sports equipment, toys + shoes, fashion, machines, furniture, drinks.

FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport

What is the transit time from Hamburg to Sanathnagar?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to hyderabad lasts about 31 days. The distance between the two ports is about 7300 nautical miles (NM). That is about 13520 km. When you ship a sea container, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD is about the expected departure time of the ship. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The precise shipping time depends on draft and speed, wind force and direction and cargo flows.

What are the average costs of shipping a container to ICD Sanathnagar (INSNF)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to hyderabad (India) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various features such as cargo dimension, period of the year and currency. Please contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

What documents do you need for customs?

When transporting goods to Sanathnagar, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents are required: Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Certificate of Origin. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of India or take a look at the website (www.india.gov.in).

What are Incoterms, and which one is the best to ship with

The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party bears responsibility for transportation and insurance to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller has the responsibility for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).