Container shipping Hamburg to Ar Ruways
Are you interested in a way to ship a container from Hamburg to Ruwais (AERUW)? Sea freight is very practical: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is efficient and it has live tracking. Ship a container overseas with liquids or equipment is very easy with e.g. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). There are various types of containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between (FCL) Full Container Load and a shared container (LCL). Via this website we provide dedicated information for the purpose of international transport Ruwais (AE RUW). You can read useful information about the various sea container types. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Contact u directly and we will prepare a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, trustworthy and inexpensive way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
- Compared to air freight, you have lower costs and more time for document processing.
- Sea freight is an often chosen option for international removals and transporting liquids or personal goods.
- The Port of Ar Ruways is a popular port in United Arab Emirates.
- Popular container types are: twenty footers, forty footers and Insulated, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Refrigerated, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Ruwais (AERUW) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your articles are put on a container with pellets. The middleman (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. The cargo is transported by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Ruwais (AE RUW), and will be shipped over the ocean to the terminal at the arrival port. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the list below 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 Ar Ruways |
| Country of destination | United Arab Emirates |
| Port Code | AERUW |
| Transit Time | +/- 30 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Local address | Mwani Qatar HQ, Mesaid, Street 201 |
| info@mwani.com.qa | |
| Website | www.mwani.com.qa |
| Telephone number | 974-40453333 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Ar Ruways
- Freight Details
Enter the port of origin and destination of shipment. Decide how you want to export: (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) Less Container Load. You can also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Pack you load
Primarily, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To prevent damage, it is a good idea to use pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Common Export Documents
When you transport your cargo to Ruwais (AERUW), please pay attention to the necessary required export documents (for correct national customs papers): bill of lading, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing list, certificates of origin. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Choosing the Incoterms
Incoterms are important to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The chosen Incoterm decides how much responsibility you have for transport, insurance and duty related matters. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use sea freight tracking to see where your load is right now. You can see 24/7 when the shipping is departed from Port of Loading, arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Ruwais (AERUW) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Ar Ruways – (AE RUW) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Make sure you book the right container for your cargo. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. From the port, many freights are transported to cities such as Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi. In the box below we put everything together and offer information about the most commonly seen options for sea freight. You may also like: Palletwide Containers.
Information and benefits of 20 FT container
20 ft. containers (some people call it dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are very efficient, which means they are cheaper to ship. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal effects or international movings. Good to know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is widely used for the shipment of goods in ocean freight.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.600 kilogram.
Explanation of the 40ft container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. All this makes it a very effective means for transporting large loads by sea. Tip: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ deal. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- The maximum load is +/- 28.000 kg.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, than you can reserve your own full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The advantages are great: faster transit time, chance of damage is reduced to a minimum and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is expensive for small loads and insurance is extra important. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Ruwais (AERUW) or Rotterdam to Ruwais (AERUW).
- FCL Means that means that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- For shipments that are larger than 10 CBM.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
If your cargo does not fill a whole ocean freight container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The premise of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. The advantages of this option include: you can save money on smaller shipments, storage and insurance is advantageous and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then FCL is a better choice. The cost of LCL is based on the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.
- What we mean by LCL is that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 1,5 m3 and 16,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, ZIM, Wan Hai, POL, Evergreen.
Other types of containers and customization
There exist a lot of box-types for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. A Dry van is the most common type of freight transportation. There are innovative and special constructions for oil or petroleum, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also look further at transport options in Lirquen (CLLQN), port of Mundra (INMUN), Yantian (CNYTN) harbor and terminal Imbituba (BRIBB).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: e.g. for Machinery require space for their tops to stick out.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: if you want to transport a large quantity of liquid as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: are fitted with additional ventilation holes.
Main types of ocean cargo: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Importing load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Ar Ruways (AERUW) has many benefits: it is economical, best for Bulky Goods and the Duty and VAT are much less expensive than air freight. The main categories of ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: dry bulk, containerized, break bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. diesel, biofuels, petroleum, chemicals, kerosene, gasoline.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also rods, lumber, coils, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): one of the most flexible methods of shipping vehicles overseas.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: products like electronic goods, sports equipment, clothes, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques and fashion, machines, drinks, shoes, furniture.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Ar Ruways lasts about 30 days. The total distance is approximately 7150 nautical miles. That equates to 13242 kilometers. When you export something, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The exact shipping time depends on the boat speed, wind force and wind direction and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Ar Ruways (United Arab Emirates) are average. The total cost is determined by important aspects like cargo volume and weight, period of the year and pickup charges and Feel free to contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you send goods to Ruwais, then you must have the administration in order for customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses. For additional information and answers to questions then we advise you to contact the customs of United Arab Emirates or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.mwani.com.qa).
The Incoterms tell us: Who is organising carriage and insurance? Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller bears responsibility for transportation and insurance to the named port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).