Container shipping Hamburg to Piyala

Do you need to ship a container from Hamburg to Piyala (INFBE)? Sea freight has many pluses: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, you have low maintenance costs and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container by sea with break bulk or personal goods can be outsourced to e.g. CMA CGM. Freight forwarders offer different types of containers. A big difference is being made between (FCL) Full Container Load and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our freight forwarders we offer actual information regarding international transport Piyala (IN FBE). We share inside-information about the different types and ways of sea freight. On this website you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Describe what you want to transport and we will prepare a quote with extensive pricing details.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, safe and affordable way to import and export goods internationally.
When you compare it with air shipments, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
Sea freight is great for worldwide relocations and importing fruit or motorbikes.
The Port of Piyala offers excellent transit options in India.
We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Insulated, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Piyala (INFBE) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the process of transporting large quantities of goods across the sea. Your personal stuff is loaded into the container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departing port Piyala (IN FBE), and will be transported by sea to the importer at the arrival harbour. You can choose for: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the following paragraph we offer useful information about the POD (Port Of Destination).

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of Piyala
Country of destination	India
Port Code	INFBE
Transport Time	+/- 31 days
Shipping rates	$
Port address	Rail Linked Logistics Park, Piyala, Ballabhgarh, Faridabad 121004
Mail	icdpiyala@gatewayrail.in
Website	www.india.gov.in
Phone	91-129-3055602

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Piyala

Details of your shipping
Enter the origin of shipment and the destination harbor. Decide if you will ship a full container for yourself (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). Also select container size (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
Packing the freight
To begin, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To prevent damage, we advise you to use pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
Documents Required for Exporting
If you ship cargo to Piyala (INFBE), you will have to provide special export documents (on behalf of national customs): bill of lading, certificates of origin, packing declaration, packing list, export/import customs declaration. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Incoterms for your freight
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm defines who will pay for things like insurance, transport and all documents. The most common incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
Ocean freight tracking
Use sea freight tracking to see where your cargo is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the ship is departed from the port of origin (POO), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Piyala (INFBE) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick a container

You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Piyala – (IN FBE) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is crucial to ask an appropriate container. There are different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Many shipping lines operate on this route. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. 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 40-foot Container.

Details of a 20 ft container

20. ft. containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Very suitable for the transport of household goods or international movings. Nice to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

The most commonly used box for transporting goods by means of shipping.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.500 kg.

Explanation of the 40 FT container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. Moreover, there exist a bigger and higher ‘high cube’ edition. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.500 kilogram.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then you better book an exclusive private full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. It is a popular transport method: efficient transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and the rates are more favorable. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not efficient for small cargo types and the financial risk is much greater. Have your cargo depart from another port? See also Antwerp to Piyala (INFBE) and Rotterdam to Piyala (INFBE).

The goal of FCL is that you have the entire container space to yourself.
Load directly from factory or storage.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. ONE, MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, COSCO.

What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?

If a large full container is unnecessary, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. The concept of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. You benefit from many advantages: you can save money on smaller shipments, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and more flexible during intense shipping season. Important: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The total costs are calculated based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).

LCL Means that means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
Cost effective for shipments between 2 m3 and 14 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
Can be booked via practical all shipping lines.
Available at: e.g. HMM, POL, Evergreen, ZIM, Wan Hai.

Other special types of containers

You can choose from many types of boxes for ocean transport. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The most common type is the Dry van. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. Our expert has laid out a list below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Agadir (MAAGA), port of Chicago (USCHI), Colon Container Terminal (PAONX) harbor and terminal Santiago (CLSCL).

Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like grain and coal.
Flat Rack Containers: a flat rack only has walls or support post on the ends.
Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
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: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
Ventilated Containers: also known as passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Kind of freight: which items do you want to transport by sea?

Shipping load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Piyala (INFBE) has many benefits: low tariffs, best for Bulky Goods and eco-friendly. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: break bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, dry bulk, roll on/roll off. You will find all the information in the box below.

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): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, gasoline, kerosene, biofuels, chemicals, hydrogen.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain and things like rods, salt, plates, coils.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
Retail & other: goods like clothes, sports equipment, toys, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy & shoes, food, drinks, fashion, furniture.

FAQ: current topics around international transport

How long does it take a cargo ship from Hamburg to Piyala?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Piyala takes approximately 31 days. The total distance is about 7300 nautical miles. This is equivalent to 13520 km. When you export something, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The actual shipping time depends on condition of the hull and the propeller, weather conditions and delay at the port.

What are the costs of a shipping container to Piyala (INFBE)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Piyala (India) are relatively cheap. The total costs are determined by various factors such as the size of the container, transit time and the Incoterms you have agreed on. Fill in the request form for more information, a price proposal and transit time.

Which customs documents do I need for a shipment?

When shipping goods to Piyala, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of India or view the website of the port/government (www.india.gov.in).

What is the best Incoterm for my shipment?

The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? For sea transportation, we usually use CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller pays for the transportation to the named port of destination. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they have been placed on board of the ship. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).