Container shipping Hamburg to Tughlakabad
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Tughlakabad (INTKD)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is economical and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting containers with freight like liquids or machinery is easy with shippinglines like Korea Marine Transport Corporation. Freight forwarders offer different types of containers. An important point of attention is Full Container Load (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com you will get dedicated information about international transport Tughlakabad (IN TKD). We get you practical information about the various sea container types. You will also find a step-by-step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and we will gladly send you a tailor-made offer with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, sure and cost-effective way to ship high volume products.
- Compared to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is excellent for worldwide relocations and the transportation of breakbulk or motorbikes.
- The Port of Tughlakabad is one of the most important ports in India.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Insulated, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Tughlakabad (INTKD) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the container freight transportation of cargo by shipping lines. Your articles are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder have a special container prepared. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the departing port Tughlakabad (IN TKD), and will be transported by sea to the agent at the POD. They offer solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the following paragraph we share facts about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Tughlakabad |
| Country of destination | India |
| Port Code | INTKD |
| Transportation time | +/- 31 days |
| Shipping rates | $ |
| Office address | Container Corporation of India Ltd. Inland Container Depot, Tughlakabad, New Delhi-110020 |
| mail-to:icdtkd-exp-cusdel@gov.in | |
| Website | www.india.gov.in |
| Telephone number | 011-26368083 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Tughlakabad
- Cargo details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival harbour. Also indicate whether you prefer a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Also select container size (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Pack you load
Primarily, make sure the freight is packed securely. To prevent accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. Make sure your cargo is labelled correctly.
- Documents Required for Exporting
If you are going to transport cargo to Tughlakabad (INTKD), you will have to provide relevant export documents (on behalf of national customs): packing declaration, certificates of origin, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, bill of lading. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract signed by the carrier to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that the load is prepared for shipping.
- Choose Incoterm
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who is responsible for e.g insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use the Ocean Shipment Tracking to see where your container is right now. You can see exactly when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Tughlakabad (INTKD) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Tughlakabad – (IN TKD) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to rent a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. The port offers an excellent connection to surrounding cities. In the next section you will find useful information about the most popular products. We are happy to provide you with more information about Cargo types.
What you need to know about the 20 ft container
20-foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to stack, which results in lower shipping costs. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods and removals. Nice to know: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- This box offers a solution for sending goods with transport ships.
- A 20-foot container know the following size description: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.200 kilogram.
Important specifications of the 40 ft container
In addition to the small one, there is also a larger 40 foot container. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. This makes it an excellent choice for shipping large sea freight. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ choice. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Stuff can be stacked high.
- They are ideal for big shipments.
- It has the following dimensions: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- It can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier.
- In terms of goods, there is a weight limit of +/- 28.400 kg.
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What is a FCL container and what are the benefits?
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share your container with anyone else. The advantages are great: Usually a faster transit time, less potential for damage and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. You have to pay attention to a few things: the transshipment is more complex and less convenient delivery options. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Tughlakabad (INTKD) or Rotterdam to Tughlakabad (INTKD).
- The idea of FCL is that the container only holds your cargo.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- When you send more than 10 standard pallets.
- Available at: e.g. MSC, COSCO, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk.
What is the meaning of LCL container?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). The idea of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many positive aspects to mention like: you’re only charged for the space you are using, less inventory costs & management and it is more flexible during peak-times. Important: if you have a cargo load that is more than half a container unit, then you better go for FCL. The shipping rates are based on shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.
- The concept of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- The best choice for a charge between 3,5 m3 – 14 m3.
- You only pay for the space you need in a shipping.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Wan Hai, ZIM, POL, Yang Ming.
What other types of containers are there
There exist a lot of box-types for transporting your cargo. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. But there are also specific options for liquids, onions, potatoes, vegetables or high class goods. You can read more about it below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Hambantota (LKHBA), port of Ningbo (CNNBG), Everglades (USPVS) harbor and terminal Batumi (GEBUS).
- Bulk Containers: used for transportation of dry bulk cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: it is flat and cargo can be loaded either from the sides or from the top.
- Hard-Top Containers: the walls are generally made of corrugated steel.
- High-Cube Containers: similar in structure to standard containers, but taller.
- Insulated Containers: are often used in the retail market (extra dry & great stable temperature).
- Open-Top Containers: the top is open and is covered with a strong rubber tarpaulin rather than a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Kind of freight: What do you want to ship?
Shipping cargo by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Tughlakabad (INTKD) has a lot of pluses: attractive costs, you can ship easily big and high volume cargo and very flexible. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, break bulk, dry bulk, containerized. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: reliable import and export of a vehicle via sea shipping.
- House Moving: excellent logistic support in case of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, gasoline, kerosene, biofuels, petroleum, chemicals.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, plates, coils, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
- Breakbulk: consists of goods transported, stored and handled piecemeal to some degree.
- Retail & other: items like clothes, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods, toys and machines, food, furniture, shoes, drinks.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Tughlakabad takes approximately 31 days. The distance between the two ports is about 7300 nautical miles. This is roughly equivalent to 13520 km. When you ship a sea container, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD provides information on the date and time the ship will leave the seaport. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. Shipping time is subject to displacement of the vessel, wind force and wind direction and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Tughlakabad (India) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by important aspects like cargo dimension, shipping time and supply and demand. Feel free to contact us for a customised quote and extra info.
When you are sending goods to Tughlakabad, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. You will need the following documentation: Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Packing List, Letter of Credit. For additional information, you can contact the customs of India or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.india.gov.in).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the selling party takes care of the costs of transporting the cargo to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) means the seller has the responsibility for the goods until they are on the vessel at the outbound port. Other popular Incoterms 2000 are: Ex Works (EXW), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Delivered At Place (DAP).