Container shipping Hamburg to Tekirdag
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Tekirdag (TRTEK)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s transparant and it has live tracking. Transporting a container by sea with food or semi-finished goods is very easy with e.g. Antong Holdings (QASC). Freight forwarders offer various types of containers. There is made a difference between (FCL) full containers and Less Container Load (LCL). Via this website we share helpful information for the purpose of international transport Tekirdag (TR TEK). We provide you with extensive information about the various sea container types. Further on you can read a 5 step export plan. Mail us with your needs and you will get a competitive quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, safe and relatively cheap way to import and export goods internationally.
- Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
- Sea freight is recommended for worldwide movings and exporting refrigerated cargo or semi-finished goods.
- The Port of Tekirdag is a popular port in Turkey.
- The most commonly used containers are: twenty footers, forty footers and Insulated, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Ventilated, Tank, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Tekirdag (TRTEK) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your personal stuff is put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder company ensures that a container is ready. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of departure (POD) Tekirdag (TR TEK), and will be shipped by sea to the importer at the arrival harbour. They can get you services like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the next section you can read different kind of info about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Tekirdag |
| Country of destination | Turkey |
| Port Code | TRTEK |
| Transportation time | +/- 16 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | Barbaros Yolu Uzeri, Liman, Tekirdag, Turkey |
| E-mail address | akport@akport.com.tr |
| Website | www.akport.com.tr |
| Telephone number | 902822610800 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Tekirdag
- Details of your shipment
Enter the port of departure and the destination harbor. Determine your container terms: (FCL) Full Container Load or (LCL) and partial shipments. Also choose the size of the container (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Freight preparations
As a starting point, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Customs Documentation for Exporters
In the situations that you export goods to Tekirdag (TRTEK), you must send required export documents (to the national customs): certificates of origin, export/import customs declaration, packing declaration, bill of lading, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a legal document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge the receipt of cargo and that the freight has been booked correctly.
- Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm shows who is responsible for, for example, insurance, transport and all documents. Widely used incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
- Track and Trace shipment
Use container track and trace to see where your container is right now. You can check the status when the ship is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Tekirdag (TRTEK) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Tekirdag – (TR TEK) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is important to rent a suitable container. There are different sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and multiple transport options (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the text box below you will find useful information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Our specialists also provide details about Dry Van Containers.
Advantages of a 20 ft container
20 foot containers (also known as dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items or international movings. What you might not know: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- One of the most rented boxes for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5,9 x 2,4 x 2,4 meter.
- A 20’ft container can hold eleven pallets.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.200 kg.
Advantages of a forty foot container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it very economical for transporting bulk goods by sea. Moreover, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ edition. You’ve got just a little extra height. Stuff can be stacked high.
- Very popular with large and bulky goods.
- The format is universal: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- It allows the transport of up to 28 pallets.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.300 kg.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
If your goods don’t fit in a small (shared) container, then it is usually better to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t need to share it with other merchandise. The benefits are great: faster transit time, limited chance of damage and you pay lower price per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: you need large volume to be viable and insurance is extra important. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Tekirdag (TRTEK) or Rotterdam to Tekirdag (TRTEK).
- What we mean by FCL is that you get the universal right to your own container.
- Very suitable for goods with a large dimension.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Maersk, MSC.
Details about Less than container (LCL)
If you don’t prefer a full container, your goods will be shipped with other cargo. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL Means that means that you share the container with other importers. The advantages of this option include: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you spend less on inventory warehousing space and easy time-management and scheduling. Pay attention: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then you better go for FCL. The total costs are calculated based on number of pieces, weight, volume, packaging.
- LCL means that your cargo is shipped in a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 2,5 m3 and 14,5 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, HMM, POL.
Various other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is the variant that most people will recognize. There are specially developed transport options for liquids, flour, coffee or cocoa or unique high value cargo. We explain everything below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Sodertalje (SESOE), port of Burgas (BGBOJ), Pyeongtaek (KRPTK) harbor and terminal Gunsan (KRKUV).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as like grain and ore.
- Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
- Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
- High-Cube Containers: are similar in structure to standard boxes, but a little taller.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Storage or Shipping Dry Goods.
- Open-Top Containers: for the transportation of goods like glass and marble blocks.
- Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods that need to be temperature controlled.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.
Load types: what are you going to transport?
Exporting stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Tekirdag (TRTEK) has a lot of pluses: attractive rates, best for Bulky Goods and very flexible. The most important ocean cargo exported via sea lines are: containerized, roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, dry bulk, break bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, gasoline, hydrogen, biofuels, diesel, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also salt, plates, coils, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: ships carrying break-bulk cargo are often called general cargo ships.
- Retail & other: items like sports equipment, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, art and antiques, toys + fashion, shoes, machines, food, furniture.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Tekirdag takes approximately 16 days. The total distance is approximately 3750 nautical miles (M). That equates to 6945 km. If you choose transport by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the speed of the boat, wind force and wind direction and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Tekirdag (Turkey) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to various ingredients such as the size of the container, period of the year and freight forwarder handling fees. Please contact us for additional information, transit time and current rates.
When shipping goods to Tekirdag, then the customs clearance will also pass. You will need the following documentation: Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Letter of Credit, Commercial Invoice. If you are not sure whether you will be charged extra or not, please contact the customs of Turkey or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.akport.com.tr).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. The most commonly used Incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party is responsible for transportation and insurance to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the selling party is fully liable 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), Ex Works (EXW), Free Carrier (FCA) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP).