Container shipping Hamburg to Port Klang
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Klang West (MYPKG)? Sea freight is very useful: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is efficient and it is safe. Transporting containers with freight like gas-based fuels or cars can be done via e.g. Unifeeder. When you are exporting, you can choose from various types of containers. You have to choose between a complete full container (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we provide accurate information regarding international transport Pelabuhan Klang (MY PKG). We provide you with comprehensive information about the various sea container types. For this we offer a step-by-step import plan. Send us your details and you will get a competitive quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, trustworthy and cheap way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare this to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight is ideal for international removals and carrying liquids or factory parts.
- The Port of Port Klang is an important hub in Malaysia.
- You can choose from the following containers: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Klang West (MYPKG) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your goods are packed in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) ensures that a container is ready. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure (POD) Pelabuhan Klang (MY PKG), and will be shipped by ocean to the importer at the arrival port. You can choose for: door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the attached table we share important information about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Port Klang |
| Country of destination | Malaysia |
| Port Code | MYPKG |
| Transportation time | +/- 45 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Office address | Mail Bag Service 202 Jalan Port Klang, Pelabuhan 42005 Malaysia |
| E-mail address | onestopagency@pka.gov.my |
| Website | www.pka.gov.my |
| Phone number | 603-31670211 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Port Klang
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of origin and the POD (port of destination). Decide how you want to export: full containers (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Preparing the cargo
To start with, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To limit damage, we advise to put everything on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Customs document
When exporting cargo to Klang West (MYPKG), you must send special export documents (for the national customs): packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing declaration. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document that is completed by a carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that everything is ready to ship.
- Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm defines who is responsible for e.g shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track shipment
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to check where your shipment is right now. You can see 24/7 when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Klang West (MYPKG) to Hamburg (DEHAM): match your cargo with container type
You are going to ship a container from port of Port Klang – (MY PKG) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Compare the options and rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). Examples of shipping lines serving the port are APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, FESCO, Hapag-Lloyd, K Line, Maersk, MOL, MSC, NYK, OOCL, ZIM. The port offers an excellent connection to Klang, Jenjarom, Shah Alam, Banting, Petaling Jaya, Kuang, Pengkalan Kundang, Batu Arang, Kuala Lumpur, Rawang, Tanjong Sepat, Kuala Selangor, Batang Berjuntai, Serendah, Nilai, Semenyih, Tanjong Karang, Sungai Pelek, Beranang, Seremban. Below you can read all important information about the most popular container types. You may also like: Ventilated Container.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known under the name dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are very efficient, which ensures low handling costs. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items and international removals. Keep in mind: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.400 kg.
Details of a forty foot container
Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. He can hold much more cargo. It is especially intended for shipping large cargo by sea. Good to know: you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ version. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Stuff can be stacked high.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The dimensions are as follows: 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.100 kg.
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When do i need a Full Container Load (FCL)?
When you need a lot of container space, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. There are many advantages to it: efficient transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Klang West (MYPKG) or Rotterdam to Klang West (MYPKG).
- The premise of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, COSCO, MSC.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If you do not need a full container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The premise of LCL is that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You benefit from many advantages: you can save money on smaller shipments, the handling and insurance costs are limited and it is faster during peak-season. Disclaimer: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of the shipment is determined by number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- The meaning of LCL is: a partial container is booker for the freight.
- Cost effective for shipments between 4 m3 – 15 m3.
- You only pay for the space you are using.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, POL, HMM, Evergreen, ZIM.
Information about other types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for the shipment of your goods. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The most common type is the Dry van. There are innovative and special constructions for oil or petroleum, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or fragile items. You can read more about it below. Also check other destinations such as Durban (ZADUR), port of Cat Lai (VNCLI), Le Havre (FRLEH) harbor and terminal Maracaibo (VEMAR).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: perfect for storing goods that need a steady temperature.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Kind of freight: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Importing load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Port Klang (MYPKG) has a lot of pluses: attractive pricing, it is great for transporting bulky goods and it’s better for the environment than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: dry bulk, break bulk, containerized, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: shipping your vehicle to another part of a country or the other side of the world.
- House Moving: fast and cheap way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, biofuels, gasoline, chemicals, hydrogen, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also lumber, salt, coils, rods.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: items like electronic goods, clothes, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, sports equipment + shoes, machines, drinks, fashion, furniture.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Port Klang lasts about 45 days. The distance between the two ports is about 10600 nautical miles (NM). This is roughly equivalent to 19631 km. When you have booked a sea freight you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: condition of the hull, wind force and direction and possible maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Port Klang (Malaysia) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by a number of factors like the size of the container, transit time and exchange rates. Fill in the application form for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When shipping goods to Pelabuhan Klang, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents should be provided: Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. For more information about these duties you can contact the customs of Malaysia or view the website of the port/government (www.pka.gov.my).
Incoterms define the responsibilities and obligations of the buyer and seller. The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter bears responsibility for the costs of transporting the cargo to the required port. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).