Container shipping Hamburg to Iskenderun
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Iskenderun (TRISK)? Sea freight is very useful: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is flexible and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a sea container with liquid bulk or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like Global Feeder Shipping LLC. There are different types of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) Full Container Load and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we give practical information for the purpose of international transport Iskenderun (TR ISK). We offer extensive information about how to choose a suitable container for your freight. For this we offer a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Send us your details and you will get a competitive quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trouble-free and low cost-way to ship high volume products.
- When we compare this to air freight, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide relocations and the transit of ro-ro or consumer goods.
- The Port of Iskenderun is one of the most important ports in Turkey.
- Containers that are often transported are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Hard-Top, Insulated, Dry Van, Ventilated, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Iskenderun (TRISK) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your cargo is transferred in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will reserve a container for you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure Iskenderun (TR ISK), and will be transported by sea to the terminal at the POD. You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you will find some basic data of the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Iskenderun |
| Country of destination | Turkey |
| Port Code | TRISK |
| Transportation time | +/- 16 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Port address | TCDD Liman Isletmesi Mudurlugu Iskenderun Turkey |
| iskenderunliman@tcdd.gov.tr | |
| Website | www.mfa.gov.tr |
| Phone number | 3266140044 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Iskenderun
- Information about your freight
Enter the origin of shipment and the port of destination. Choose if you want to ship a full container for yourself (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Loading and labeling the freight
As a starting point, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To prevent accidents, we advise you to use pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Customs document
If you are going to transport goods to Iskenderun (TRISK), you should organize required export documents (for the national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, packing list, certificates of origin, bill of lading. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and that everything is ready to ship.
- Determine the desired Incoterm
An incoterm is a set of rules to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm states how much responsibility you have for transit, insurance and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to see where your shipping is right now. You will get a notification when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Iskenderun (TRISK) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Iskenderun – (TR ISK) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is highly recommended to book the right container for your cargo. They are available in different sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and methods (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Popular shipping lines include CMA CGM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Iskenderun, Belen, Dörtyol, Antakya, Osmaniye, Ceyhan, Islahiye, Samandag, Düziçi, Bahçe, Kadirli, Imamoglu, Kilis, Adana, Kozan, Gaziantep, Tarsus, Kahramanmaras, Mersin, Nizip. In the following summary we put everything together and offer information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. We also offer more information about Tank Container.
Explanation about a 20 FT container
20 ft. containers (also known as dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which ensures low handling costs. Very suitable for the transport of household goods and international removals. Some extra info: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.
- A very popular box for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.300 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40ft container
The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large quantities of goods. Also, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ box. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Ideal for tall items.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- It has the following dimensions: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.000 kg.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, it is best to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. There are many advantages to it: Usually a faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and you pay lower price per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: you need large volume to be viable and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Iskenderun (TRISK) and Rotterdam to Iskenderun (TRISK).
- The premise of FCL is that your goods are stored in a fully owned container.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, CMA CGM, Maersk, COSCO.
What does LCL container mean in shipping?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, a shared container can be used. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The meaning of LCL is: you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. There are many benefits like: freight costs are typically based on cargo volume, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it is faster during peak-season. Disclaimer: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The total shipping costs are related to volume and weight.
- The goal of LCL is that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- Ideal for transport volumes between 1,5 m3 – 13 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, POL.
Other container types for special loads
You can choose from many types of boxes for the international transport of your cargo by sea. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. Besides this, there are also applications for liquid bulk, flour, coffee or cocoa or high class goods. We explain everything below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for San Antonio Oeste (AROES), port of Sydney (CASYD), Norfolk (USORF) harbor and terminal Songkhla (THSGZ).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
- High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
- Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: are barrel-shaped vessels serving multi-purposes.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Main types of ocean freight: What do you want to ship?
Exporting stuff by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Iskenderun (TRISK) is very popular because of attractive pricing, it is great for transporting bulky goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. The most important ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: dry bulk, containerized, liquid bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. biofuels, petroleum, hydrogen, kerosene, diesel, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also lumber, salt, sand, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: load like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, toys, clothes or food, drinks, shoes, fashion, machines.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Iskenderun takes around 16 days. The total distance is approx. 3750 nautical miles. Converted that is 6945 kilometers. When you have booked a sea freight you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time has several factors: condition of the hull, sea weather condition and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Iskenderun (Turkey) are relatively cheap. The total cost depends on various factors such as cargo volume and weight, shipping route and currency. Please contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you are sending goods to Iskenderun, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Certificate of Origin. For more detailed information you can contact the customs of Turkey or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.mfa.gov.tr).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? The most common terms for sea transport are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party is responsible for all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the port of origin. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller is responsible for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).