Container shipping Hamburg to Sokhna Port
Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Sokhna (EGSOK)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is flexible and it is eco-friendly. Transporting a sea container with roll on/roll off or cars and other vehicles can be done via e.g. Pacific International Lines. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from all kind of containers. A big difference is being made between full containers (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via our transport specialists you will find practical information regarding international transport Sokhna (EG SOK). We provide comprehensive information about the various sea container types. Besides this we share a 5 step export plan. Share your cargo and transport wishes and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, sure and low cost-way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Compared to air freight, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
- Sea freight provides services for worldwide relocations and importing ro-ro or machinery.
- The Port of Sokhna Port offers excellent transit options in Egypt.
- Containers that are often transported are: twenty footers, forty footers and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Tank, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Sokhna (EGSOK) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective solution for shipping goods across the seas internationally. Your cargo is packed tightly in a container. The intermediary (freight forwarder) will arrange the container. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Sokhna (EG SOK), and will be shipped by ocean to the consignee at the arrival port. You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the attached table you can read different kind of info about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Sokhna Port |
| Country of destination | Egypt |
| Port Code | EGSOK |
| Transit Time | +/- 18 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Port address | Ein El-Sokhna Port, El-Sokhna, Egypt |
| egypt@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.mts.gov.eg |
| Telephone number | 062710322 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Sokhna Port
- Freight Details
Enter the port of departure and the port of destination. Determine your container terms: Full Container Load (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Find a container size that fits your goods (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Freight preparations
As a starting point, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Common Export Documents
When exporting goods to Sokhna (EGSOK), you should organize up-to-date export documents (to the national customs): commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading, packing declaration, certificates of origin. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document provided by a carrier to a shipper to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and confirm that the items are well packed for shipment.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
An incoterm is a set of rules to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm shows who is responsible for, for example, insurance, transport and all documents. Widely used incoterms are Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use cargo and container tracking to check where your cargo is right now. You can see exactly when the ship is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Sokhna (EGSOK) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Sokhna Port – (EG SOK) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is crucial to get a suitable container. They come in different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and different container agreements (LCL shipping or FCL shipment). Many shipping lines operate on this route. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the box below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Get shipping quote.
Important specifications of the 20ft container
20 FT containers (also known as dry van) is the most versatile container type. They are easy to transport, which means they are cheaper to ship. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal effects and international removals. Keep in mind: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- You must take into account a maximum permitted weight of +/- 27.200 kg.
Explanation of the forty foot 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. This makes it very economical for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ choice. They are 9’6 tall. This way cargo can be stacked high.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.400 kilogram.
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Full Container (FCL)
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then you can book your own full container. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). There is no need to share it with other shippers. It is a popular transport method: ideal transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. Pay attention to the disadvantages: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and it is harder to unload the FCL shipment. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Sokhna (EGSOK) or Rotterdam to Sokhna (EGSOK).
- The meaning of FCL is: you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Ideal for cargo with tight delivery schedules.
- It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, COSCO, ONE.
Information about LCL containers
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. LCL Means that means that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. The advantages of this option include: you can save money on smaller shipments, less inventory costs & management and it is more flexible during peak-times. Pay attention: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. The shipping rates are based on the volume and weight of the packages.
- LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 2 m3 and 13,5 m3.
- You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Yang Ming, HMM, ZIM, Evergreen, Wan Hai.
Other container types for special loads
There are many different types of boxes available for ocean transport. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are specially developed transport options for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, vegetables and fruit or unique high value cargo. You can read more about it below. You can also look further at transport options in Amsterdam (NLAMS), port of Sudan (SDPZU), Niigata (JPKIJ) harbor and terminal Turkmanbashi (TMKRW).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: 5 cm wider and are designed for optimal transportation of cargo on EURO pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: ventilation is provided by openings in the top and bottom side rails.
Kind of cargo: what do you want to transport by sea?
Importing load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Sokhna Port (EGSOK) has a lot of pluses: attractive tariffs, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and eco-friendly. Popular types of ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: containerized, dry bulk, neo bulk, break bulk, liquid bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
- House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. kerosene, gasoline, hydrogen, chemicals, petroleum, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like sugar, lumber, sand, plates.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: relates to trades where the cargoes are carried in unitized form.
- Retail & other: load like medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, art and antiques, clothes, electronic goods or fashion, machines, drinks, food, shoes.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Sokhna Port takes around 18 days. The total distance is about 4050 nautical miles (NM). Converted that is 7501 km. If you choose transport by sea, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. 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: displacement of the vessel, wind force and direction and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Sokhna Port (Egypt) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by various components as cargo dimension, shipping route and supply and demand. Please contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When you are sending goods to Sokhna, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are important: Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Egypt or take a look at the website (www.mts.gov.eg).
Incoterms are a set of globally recognized trade rules organized into 11 abbreviated terms. Common used agreement models for international container shipping are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party bears responsibility for the transportation to the agreed port. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).