Container shipping Hamburg to Jakarta

Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Jakarta (IDJKT)? Sea freight offers many opportunities: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is efficient and you can track the cargo in real time. Exporting a container overseas with container cargo or personal goods can be done via e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). Freight forwarders offer many different types of shipping containers. An important point of attention is full containers (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our transport agents we provide you with up-to-date information about international transport Jakarta (ID JKT). We share knowledge and inside-information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. You can make use of our practical step-by-step plan. Mail us with your needs and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a professional, safe and inexpensive way to ship high volume products.
Advantages compared to air freight: you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is great for international removals and importing fruit or bikes.
The Port of Jakarta is one of the most important ports in Indonesia.
Frequently used containers types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Open-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.

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Shipping to Jakarta (IDJKT) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most common way to transport cargo globally. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) sends the location details to you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departing port Jakarta (ID JKT), and will be shipped over the sea to the customs at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the attached table we provide you with details about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Jakarta
Country of destination	Indonesia
Port Code	IDJKT
Transportation time	+/- 39 days
Shipping costs	$
Local address	JL.Raya Pelabuhan No.9, Tanjung Priok, Jakarta 14310, Indonesia
E-mail address	priok@inaport2.co.id
Website	indonesia.go.id
Phone number	62-21-4367505

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Jakarta

Cargo details
Enter the departing port and the arrival harbour. Also indicate whether you choose FCL (Full Container Load) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also select container size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
Preparing the cargo
To begin, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
Export documents
When exporting cargo to Jakarta (IDJKT), you must send required export documents (for the national customs): commercial invoice, certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the load is prepared for shipping.
Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The Incoterm defines who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. For freight by sea, these are the most popular terms: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
Track Sea Cargo
Use cargo tracking to check where your container is at this moment. You will get a notification when the cargo is registered at the POO (port of load), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Jakarta (IDJKT) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container

You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Jakarta – (ID JKT) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is highly recommended to rent a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and all kind of container conditions (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Examples of shipping lines serving the port are APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hamburg Sud, Hanjin, K Line, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL. Important towns around the port are Jakarta, Bekasi, Ciputat, Teluknaga, Tangerang, Parung, Pamulang, Sepatan, Curug, Cibitung, Serpong, Cileungsi, Citeureup, Cikarang, Pasarkemis, Cibinong, Tambun, Cikupa, Sawangan, Cisarua. In the box below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular boxes. We also offer more information about Cargo Security.

Explanation of the 20ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (also known under the name dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are quite easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal stuff and international movings. Good to know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.

The most commonly used box for transporting cargo by sea.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.200 kilogram.

What you need to know about the 40 FT container

The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large sea freight. Also, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ version. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Stuff can be stacked high.

Very suitable for large loads.
The format is universal: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
The maximum load is +/- 28.200 kilogram.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?

f you have enough goods to fill one full container load, it is best to book a full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. The benefits are great: optimal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and the rates are more favorable. There are also disadvantages: it is not efficient for small cargo types and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Jakarta (IDJKT) or Rotterdam to Jakarta (IDJKT).

The concept of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Load directly from factory or storage.
Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO.

In which situations do I choose an LCL container?

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). The concept of LCL is that you share the container with other importers. There are many positive aspects to mention like: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, less inventory costs & management and more options during peak shipping season. Disclaimer: if you can fill more than half of a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The total shipping costs are related to number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.

LCL Means that means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
A suitable choice for transport with a size between 4 m3 & 14,5 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, Wan Hai, ZIM, HMM, Evergreen.

Various other types of containers

There is a wide range of boxes for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Special boxes are also being used for oils, grain, flour, or high class goods. Our expert has laid out a list below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Shimizu (JPSMZ), port of Louis (MUPLU), Cristobal (PACTB) harbor and terminal Da Nang (VNDAD).

Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
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 for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: a reefer is capable of refrigeration for the transportation of temperature-sensitive and perishable cargo.
Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
Ventilated Containers: suitable for goods that evaporate a lot of condensation.

Freight types: what are you going to transport?

Exporting load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Jakarta (IDJKT) is very popular because of it is very efficient, there are lots of different shipping options and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: roll on/roll off, dry bulk, break bulk, liquid bulk, containerized. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: transport your vehicle to the other side of the world.
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. chemicals, petroleum, gasoline, hydrogen, biofuels, diesel.
Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and sand, salt, coils, cement.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
Retail & other: load like electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, clothes, sports equipment, art and antiques and drinks, fashion, furniture, food, machines.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

How long does it take for a container ship to go from Hamburg to Jakarta?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Jakarta lasts about 39 days. The total distance is approx. 9100 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 16853 km. When you export something, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The exact shipping time has several factors: draft and speed, the sea conditions and type of shipment.

How expensive is shipping a container to Jakarta (IDJKT)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Jakarta (Indonesia) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to important aspects like type of container, the total distance to the delivery destination and freight forwarder handling fees. Do not hesitate to contact us for a customised quote and extra info.

What customs documents are required for international shipping?

When shipping goods to Jakarta, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents should be provided: Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading. For more information, please contact the customs of Indonesia or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (indonesia.go.id).

Which Incoterm is the best to choose for?

The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller bears responsibility for transportation and insurance to the port of destination specified by the buyer. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for all expenses the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA) & Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).