Container shipping Hamburg to Selat Pandjang
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Selat Panjang (IDSPA)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: large items can be shipped for competitive rates, it’s convenient and it has live tracking. Exporting a container overseas with container cargo or vehicles can be facilitated by shippinglines like Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines. They can get you all kind of containers. An important point of attention is a complete full container (FCL) and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our experts we provide you with accurate information with a view to international transport Selat Panjang (ID SPA). We provide up-to-date information about the different types of sea containers. On this website you can read a 5 step export plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we will send a quote with market prices.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, trouble-free and affordable way to transport bulk containers.
- Compared to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight provides services for international removals and importing liquid bulk or consumer goods.
- The Port of Selat Pandjang is an important logistics artery in Indonesia.
- Frequently used containers types are: 20 foot, 40 foot and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Insulated, Tank, Ventilated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Selat Panjang (IDSPA) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your articles are packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder (the middleman) sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Selat Panjang (ID SPA), and will be shipped by ocean to the consignee at the destination harbor. There are different kind of options: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the attached table you will find practical information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Selat Pandjang |
| Country of destination | Indonesia |
| Port Code | IDSPA |
| Transport Time | +/- 39 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | Selat Panjang, Riau 28753, Indonesia |
| indonesia@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.inaport1.co.id |
| Telephone number | 6276331134 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Selat Pandjang
- Details of your shipping
Enter the port of origin and the destination harbor. Choose how you want to transport: Full Container Load (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Packing the container
Obviously, make sure your goods are tightly packaged. To transport the cargo in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you want to send cargo to Selat Panjang (IDSPA), you should think about various export documents (on behalf of national customs): export/import customs declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, certificates of origin, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a standard-form document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm shows who takes care of, among other things, insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use container track and trace to see where your load is right now. You can check the status when the load 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 Selat Panjang (IDSPA) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight
Would you like to ship a container from port of Selat Pandjang – (ID SPA) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is crucial to ask an appropriate container. Based on your load you choose a size (twenty foot, forty foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the following summary you can read all important information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Hard-Top Container.
Details of a 20 ft container
20 foot containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most popular container size. They are easy to transport, so the transport costs are quite low. Widely used for transporting personal stuff and removals. Some extra info: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for transporting cargo by sea.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.100 kg.
Specifications of a 40ft container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it very economical for transporting bulk goods by sea. Good to know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ box. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.200 kg.
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Information about FCL containers
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then renting a full container is the most interesting. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. All cargo space is used exclusively for you. It is a popular transport method: It guarantees a faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and and it is cheaper per unit. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and insurance is extra important. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Selat Panjang (IDSPA) or Rotterdam to Selat Panjang (IDSPA).
- The goal of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Load directly from factory or storage.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, ONE, COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd.
When is a LCL container a good choice?
If you do not need a full container, you can ship it in a shared container with other shipments. Logistics experts treat that as a LCL (Less Than Container Load) agreement. LCL means that you share space with others. You benefit from many advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, less inventory costs & management and more flexible during intense shipping season. Remark: if you can fill more than half of a container, then you better go for FCL. The total costs are calculated based on the dimensions and weight of the cargo.
- The goal of LCL is that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- For low-volume shipments of between 2 m3 & 13 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- Capabilities at almost all international ports.
- Available at: e.g. ZIM, Wan Hai, Evergreen, Yang Ming, POL.
Other container types for special loads
There exist a lot of box-types for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most common type is the Dry van. Special boxes are also being used for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, onions, potatoes, vegetables or high class goods. You can read all about it in the section below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Omaezaki (JPOMZ), port of Taranaki (NZNPL), Puerto Castilla (HNPCA) harbor and terminal Guayaquil (ECGYE).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
- Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: provides a higher cubic capacity than standard boxes.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are perfect for refrigerated transport of nutritional goods and medicaments.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Kind of cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Shipping goods by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Selat Pandjang (IDSPA) has a lot of pluses: attractive prices, there are lots of different shipping options and minimal restrictions. The most important ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: neo bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, containerized, dry bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): quickly and easily ship your household effects to another city.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, gasoline, biofuels, kerosene, diesel, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, grain, coal and sugar, lumber, salt, coils.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: cargo like clothes, art and antiques, toys, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy + furniture, food, drinks, shoes, fashion.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Selat Pandjang takes on average 39 days. The total distance is about 9100 nautical miles (M). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 16853 km. When you export something, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the date and time that a shipment is predicted to arrive. Shipping time varies from case to case and depends on factors such as: displacement of the vessel, sea weather condition and any technical malfunctions.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Selat Pandjang (Indonesia) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various parts such as the size of the container, shipping time and currency. Feel free to contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When you are sending goods to Selat Panjang, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Letter of Credit. For additional information, please contact the customs of Indonesia or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.inaport1.co.id).
The Incoterms decide which party will cover insurance fees for the shipment. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter covers delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the agreed port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller is responsible for all expenses the cargo until they are handed over to the delivery company. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).