Container shipping Hamburg to Tyne
You want to ship a container from Hamburg to Tyne (GBTYN)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it’s convenient and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Ship a container overseas with food or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like Hapag-Lloyd. You can choose from and a wide range of container types. An important distinction is (FCL) Full Container Load and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our portal we provide you with lots of practical information with a view to international transport Tyne (GB TYN). You will find useful information about the various sea container types. Further on you can read a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Provide us with your transport details and receive a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, trustworthy and cost-effective way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is excellent for international relocations and importing liquid bulk or factory parts.
- The Port of Tyne is an important logistics artery in United Kingdom.
- Frequently used containers types are: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Open-Top, Ventilated containers.
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Shipping to Tyne (GBTYN) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your goods are stored in shipping containers. The middleman (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of departure (POD) Tyne (GB TYN), and will be shipped by sea to the importer at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below you will find important information about the port of arrival.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Tyne |
| Country of destination | United Kingdom |
| Port Code | GBTYN |
| Transportation time | +/- 2 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Port address | Maritime House, Tyne Dock, South Shields,, Tyne and Wear NE34 9PT, United Kingdom |
| enquiries@portoftyne.co.uk | |
| Website | www.portoftyne.com/ |
| Phone | 441914552671 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Tyne
- Enter freight details
Enter the departure port and the destination harbor. Decide how you want to export: a complete full container (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the dimensions of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Pack you load
To start with, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To transport the cargo in good condition, make sure everything is securely placed on pallets. For correct handling you must also label all goods.
- Export documents
When exporting goods to Tyne (GBTYN), please pay attention to the necessary special export documents (for the purpose of national customs): packing declaration, packing list, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice. The meaning of a Bill of Lading is a contract issued by the carrier or agent to confirm the goods have been received in good order and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
An incoterm is a set of rules to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The Incoterm determines who bears responsibility for e.g. insurance, transport and all documents. Popular incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Track your cargo
Use the track and trace service to see where your container is right now. You can see exactly when the load is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at Port of delivery (POD) and when the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Tyne (GBTYN) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select your container type
You need to ship a container from port of Tyne – (GB TYN) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is highly recommended to ask an appropriate container. You can choose from large and small sizes (twenty foot, forty foot) and methods (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. Below we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most popular boxes. Our specialists also provide details about Insurance Certificate or Policy.
What you need to know about the 20 ft container
20 ft. containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to load, access, and handle, that means they are quite cheap. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal stuff and movings. Keep in mind: 1 TEU is equivalent to 1 20 feet long container.
- This box is a very suitable choice for sending goods overseas.
- The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
- Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.700 kg.
Advantages of a forty foot container
The 40-foot container is identical to the 20-foot container, but once the size. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it an excellent choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. Finally, 40ft containers are also available as ‘high cube’ version. It has an exterior height of 9’6” (1 foot taller than normal). Ideal for tall items.
- Very suitable for large loads.
- The dimensions of a 40-foot container are: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
- Up to 23 Europallets can be stuffed in a 40′ container.
- The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.100 kg.
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Use a Full Container (FCL)
If you want to ship a lot of cargo, then it is usually better to book a full container. Freight carriers then talk about FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many advantages to it: quick transit time, less potential for damage and you take advantage of economies of scale. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is not suitable for small cargo and it can be a financial risk with a larger inventory. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Tyne (GBTYN) or Rotterdam to Tyne (GBTYN).
- The concept of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Perfect for the transportation of large amounts.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, Maersk, COSCO, ONE, MSC.
In which situations do I choose an LCL container?
When you want to save money and don’t need a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). With LCL transport, you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you can save on inventory costs and lower sourcing risk. Important: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, it is often cheaper to book a full container. The cost of the shipment is determined by volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- LCL means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 1,5 m3 and 13 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, HMM, POL, Wan Hai.
What other types of containers are there
There exist a lot of box-types for ocean transport. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. There are innovative and special constructions for oil, petroleum, and freshwater, onions, potatoes, vegetables or very expensive items. Our specialist has placed a summary below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Louis (MUPLU), port of Kainan (JPKAI), Iwakuni (JPIWK) harbor and terminal Uddevalla (SEUDD).
- Bulk Containers: often used for dry bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for carrying larger sized cargo and storing bigger items.
- Insulated Containers: for e.g. pharmaceutical products, fresh produce, beverages, frozen goods, and chemicals.
- Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed for stowing large quantities of Euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: cold air blows from the refrigeration unit through the vents at the bottom of the reefer.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Main types of ocean freight: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Importing stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Tyne (GBTYN) is very popular because of attractive tariffs, very safe and secure and very flexible. The most important ocean cargo imported via sea shipping includes: liquid bulk, dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, neo bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
- House Moving: advice and support in the field of relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): Ships your household effects / furniture quickly and affordable.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. gasoline, hydrogen, petroleum, diesel, biofuels, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and coils, lumber, sugar, sand.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: freight like medical/pharmacy, clothes, electronic goods, sports equipment, toys or furniture, machines, shoes, fashion, drinks.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Tyne takes about 2 days. The distance to be covered is about 375 nautical miles (NM). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 695 km. When you send something by sea, there are 2 important values, ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The shipping time is determined on the basis of the speed of the boat, weather conditions and type and weight of cargo.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Tyne (United Kingdom) are relatively cheap. The actual costs are determined by a number of factors like type of goods transported, shipping route and exchange rates. Do not hesitate to contact us for the best rates and current transit times.
When you are sending goods to Tyne, there are documents you need for customs clearance. The following documents are required: Letter of Credit, Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin. For additional information, please contact the customs of United Kingdom or take a look at the website (www.portoftyne.com/).
Incoterms are a set of standardized terms of delivery terms used international trade. Two of the most common Incoterms are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party arranges delivering the goods to the required port. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. There are additionally more Incoterms 2000 like Free Carrier (FCA), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Carriage Paid To (CPT) and Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).