Container shipping Hamburg to Pasir Gudang
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU)? Sea freight is very practical: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it’s transparant and it has live tracking. Transporting a container overseas with container cargo or cars can be done via e.g. CMA CGM. There are different types of containers. An important distinction is (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport specialists you will get accurate information regarding international transport Pasir Gudang (MY PGU). We offer extensive information about the different types of sea containers. For this we offer a step-by-step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and we get you a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a smart, safe and relatively cheap way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air transport, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is ideal for international movings and exporting gas-based fuels or bikes.
- The Port of Pasir Gudang is a popular port in Malaysia.
- Containers that are often transported are: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Dry Van, Flat Rack, Insulated, Open-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your products are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will arrange the container. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Pasir Gudang (MY PGU), and will be shipped by ocean to the agent at the POD. You can choose for: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the next section 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 Pasir Gudang |
| Country of destination | Malaysia |
| Port Code | MYPGU |
| Transportation time | +/- 45 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Local address | PO Box 151, Pasir Gudang, Johor 81700, Malaysia |
| jpb@johorport.com.my | |
| Website | www.johorport.com.my |
| Phone | 607-2535888 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Pasir Gudang
- Information about your freight
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the arrival harbour. Choose how you want to transport: Full Container Load (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Prepare your package
As a starting point, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Common Export Documents
When you transport cargo to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU), you should think about various export documents (for fast customs clearance): packing declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract issued by the carrier or agent to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Freight forwarders make us of incoterms to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm shows who is the risk-bearing party for insurance, transport and all documents. Widely used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use Cargo Track & Trace to check where your freight is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a container that suits your cargo
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Pasir Gudang – (MY PGU) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to rent a suitable container. They come in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different container agreements (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Well-known shipping lines are Evergreen, Hanjin, K Line, MOL, OOCL. Major towns near the seaport are Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru, Ulu Tiram, Sekudai, Kota Tinggi, Senai, Kulai, Pekan Nenas, Kelapa Sawit, Pontian Kecil, Simpang Rengam, Kluang, Parit Raja, Mersing, Yong Peng, Bandar Penggaram, Chaah, Labis, Bukit Bakri, Bandar Maharani. In the box below we put everything together and offer information about the most common sizes and types. Check also more information about Ocean Freight.
Important specifications of the 20 foot container
20. ft. containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are easy to stack, which ensures low handling costs. Widely used for transporting personal items or international movings. Some extra info: A TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box offers a solution for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.600 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40ft container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large cargo by sea. Finally, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ box. Thereby you have a little more height. Stuff can be stacked high.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The format is almost always the same: 12,2 x 2,44 x 2,59 meter.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.900 kilogram.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, it is best to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). All cargo space is used exclusively for you. There are many pluses: Usually a faster transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. There are of course also drawbacks: it is not efficient for small cargo types and insurance is extra important. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) or Rotterdam to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU).
- The idea of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, ONE, CMA CGM, Maersk, MSC.
Use a Less than container (LCL)
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. LCL means that you share the space in the container and the shipping costs, with other businesses. The advantages of this option include: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory space and more options during peak shipping season. Worth mentioning: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is probably your best bet. The total costs are calculated based on volume and weight.
- LCL means that you transport your cargo via a partial container.
- The best choice for a charge between 2,5 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Evergreen, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, HMM.
Special containers for special freight
The range of boxes is very varied for the international transport of your cargo by sea. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. There are also special possibilities for oils, wheat, barley and cocoa or very exclusive stuff. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also check more information about shipping to Wuhan (CNWUH), port of Shanghai (CNSHA), Batumi (GEBUS) harbor and terminal Puerto de Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: have a steel roof instead of a tarp.
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Main types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?
Shipping goods by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Pasir Gudang (MYPGU) has lots of advantages: low maintenance cost, it is effective for large quantities of goods and very flexible. Relevant ocean cargo categories shipped via sea routes are: neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk. Below we explain some goods/cargo.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): your household effects are shipped in a fast and secure manner.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, kerosene, diesel, gasoline, hydrogen, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like coils, salt, rods, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: items like art and antiques, sports equipment, toys, electronic goods, clothes or furniture, drinks, shoes, food, fashion.
FAQ: questions and answers about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Pasir Gudang takes about 45 days. The distance to be covered is about 10600 nautical miles (nmi). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 19631 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. The precise shipping time depends on draft and speed, the sea conditions and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Pasir Gudang (Malaysia) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various features such as the size of the container, shipping time and freight forwarder handling fees. Feel free to contact us for current rates and transit times.
When shipping goods to Pasir Gudang, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Packing List, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice. For more detailed information you can contact the customs of Malaysia or view the website of the port/government (www.johorport.com.my).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of each the exporter along with the importer of products. For transport by ship we usually use CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party bears responsibility for covering the costs, insurance, and freight of the buyer’s shipment while in transit to the named port of destination. Terms of Free on Board (FOB): the seller has the responsibility for the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) + Delivered At Place (DAP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).