Container shipping Hamburg to Tanger Med
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Tanger Med (MAPTM)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is great for bulk goods and it has live tracking. Transporting a container overseas with food or machinery can be done via e.g. Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. There are many different types of shipping containers. Transporters make a distinction between full containers (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will get helpful information for the purpose of international transport Tanger Med (MA PTM). We share knowledge and extensive information about the different types of sea containers. Further on you can read a 5 step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and get a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a good, safe and affordable way to transport large and heavy loads.
- When we compare this to air freight, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is suitable for worldwide relocations and carrying fruit or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Tanger Med is a much-chosen harbor in Morocco.
- Containers that are often transported are: normal 20 & 40 foot, High Cube and Hard-Top, Insulated, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Tanger Med (MAPTM) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your material is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder (the middleman) ensures that a container is ready. The cargo will be trucked to the shipping vessel at the port of origin Tanger Med (MA PTM), and will be shipped over the sea to the consignee at the arrival harbour. They provide you options like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the attached table we provide you with details about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Tanger Med |
| Country of destination | Morocco |
| Port Code | MAPTM |
| Transit Time | +/- 9 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Port address | Zone Franche de Ksar El Majaz, Oued Rmel, Morocco |
| E-mail address | m_saabou@marsamaroc.co.ma |
| Website | www.marsamaroc.co.ma |
| Phone number | 0212539539337060 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Tanger Med
- Select shipment details
Enter the port of origin and destination of shipment. Also indicate whether you prefer a complete full container (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Freight preparations
To start with, you need to make sure your load is packed correctly. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise you to use pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Export documents
When you transport goods to Tanger Med (MAPTM), you need to share special export documents (for fast customs clearance): certificates of origin, packing list, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration. A Bill of Lading is a legal document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the shipment is received in good order and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm shows how much responsibility you have for the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
- Online Container & Freight Tracking System
Use cargo tracking to check where your freight is at this moment. You can get a sms or mail when the ship is departed from Port of Loading (POL), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Tanger Med (MAPTM) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container
You want to export goods and ship a container from port of Tanger Med – (MA PTM) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to book the right container for your cargo. They come in different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). Popular shipping lines include CMA CGM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Tangier, Asilah, Tétouan, Martil, Wazzan, Sidi Qasim, Tawnat, Kenitra, Fez, Rabat, Nador, Mrirt, Casablanca, Azimur, Asfi, Marrakesh, Tarudant, Agadir, Tiznit. In the section below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. You may also like: Air Freight vs Ocean Freight.
Specifications of a 20ft container
20 FT containers (some people call it dry van) is the most preferred container size. They are relatively easy to ship, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of personal stuff and international movings. What you might not know: TEU is equal to 1 20 Foot container.
- This box is widely used for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.800 kilogram.
Advantages of a 40 FT container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for shipping large cargo by sea. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ deal. They are 1 foot higher than a regular container. Stuff can be stacked high.
- The ideal means of transport for large loads.
- The format is universal: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
- The 40’ft container can hold up to 24 EU pallets.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.800 kg.
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Details about Full Container (FCL)
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then a full container is often worth it. Freight forwarders then refer to it as FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. It is a popular transport method: It allows for a faster transit time, limited chance of damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and it is hard to book during peak season. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Tanger Med (MAPTM) or Rotterdam to Tanger Med (MAPTM).
- The idea of FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, MSC, Maersk, COSCO.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
If you do not need a full container, a shared container can be used. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. There are many benefits like: you pay only for the volume you need, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and it is more flexible during peak-times. Remark: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The shipping rates are based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- LCL means that your cargo is transported in a partial container.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 3,5 m3 & 16 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, ZIM, POL, HMM, Wan Hai.
Alternative container types
You can choose from many types of boxes for shipping your cargo. Each type of cargo has its own characteristics and methods. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. There are innovative and special constructions for liquid bulk, meat, fish and frozen foods or unique high value cargo. We’ve explained it all below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Kingstown (VCKTN), port of Zarate (ARZAE), Puerto de Ita Enramada (PYASU) harbor and terminal Helsingborg (SEHEL).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: for shipping heavy to very heavy cargo.
- High-Cube Containers: ideal for secure storage, particularly of valuable equipment or machinery.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for the food and beverage industries.
- Tank Containers: ideal for transport and distribution of bulk liquids.
- Ventilated Containers: ventilation is provided by openings in the top and bottom side rails.
Important types of ocean cargo: what are you going to transport?
Shipping cargo by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Tanger Med (MAPTM) have all kinds of advantages: it is very efficient, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and very flexible. The most important ocean cargo that are transported by sea are: break bulk, containerized, dry bulk, liquid bulk, neo bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.
- 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): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, diesel, kerosene, petroleum, hydrogen, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: grain, iron ore, grain and salt, coils, lumber, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: common method used to successfully transport cargo or goods that cannot fit in standard-size shipping.
- Retail & other: cargo like electronic goods, clothes, medical/pharmacy, toys, sports equipment & shoes, fashion, food, drinks, machines.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Tanger Med takes approx 9 days. The distance to be covered is about 1850 nautical miles (M). 1 NM is about 1.85 km. The total distance is 3426 km. If you make a sea shipment, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA stands for Estimated time of arrival of the ship or truck. The actual shipping time depends on the boat speed, sea weather condition and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Tanger Med (Morocco) are average. The total cost is determined by various components as the size of the container, the total distance to the delivery destination and incoterms. Fill in the request form for a quote for your transport.
When transporting goods to Tanger Med, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Packing List, Bill of Lading. For more information about these duties then we advise you to contact the customs of Morocco or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.marsamaroc.co.ma).
Incoterms tell us when ownership of the product changes hands. The most common terms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller pays for the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller has the responsibility for the cargo till the moment that it’s all loaded into the vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).