Container shipping Hamburg to Visakhapatnam

You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Visakhapatnam (INVTZ)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: you can ship heavy cargo for a good price, it is great for bulk goods and you can track the cargo in real time. Transporting containers with freight like container cargo or semi-finished goods is very easy with e.g. Ocean Network Express (ONE). There are many different sizes and types of shipping containers. Transporters make a distinction between a complete full container (FCL) and Less Container Load (LCL). Via containershippingservice.com we share lots of practical information about international transport Visakhapatnam (IN VTZ). We provide extensive information about the various sea container types. For this we offer a practical step-by-step plan. Send us your details and we get you a quote with low prices and great conditions.

Ocean shipping is a very popular, trouble-free and cost-effective way to ship your goods to the other side of the world.
When you compare it with air shipments, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
Sea freight is an often chosen option for international relocations and the transit of dry bulk or factory parts.
The Port of Visakhapatnam is an important hub in India.
You can choose from the following containers: 20 footers, 40 footers and Flat Rack, Dry Van, Hard-Top, Ventilated, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to Visakhapatnam (INVTZ) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your material is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company ensures that a container is ready. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of origin Visakhapatnam (IN VTZ), and will be transported by sea to the agent at the destination harbor. You can book various solutions like door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, door-to-port. In the schedule below 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 Visakhapatnam
Country of destination	India
Port Code	INVTZ
Transportation time	+/- 31 days
Shipping costs	$
Local address	Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530 035, India
E-mail address	info@vizagport.com
Website	www.vizagport.com/
Phone	918912564841

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Visakhapatnam

Enter freight details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival port. Decide if you will ship a complete full container (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also choose the desired format (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
Prepare your package
To begin, make sure the freight is packed securely. To avoid nasty accidents, we advise to put everything on pallets. You must also put a label on the freight.
Customs documents and procedures
When exporting goods to Visakhapatnam (INVTZ), you need to share various export documents (on behalf of national customs): commercial invoice, packing list, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document provided by a carrier to a shipper confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
Incoterms for transport
Incoterms are suitable terms in the transport-market to agree on the most important contractual terms and obligations for global trade. The Incoterm states who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and duty related matters. Much chosen incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
Live tracking of the shipment
Use cargo and container tracking to see where your shipment is at this moment. You can see exactly when the vessel is departed from POL (Port of loading), has arrived at the destination (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.

Sea freight from Visakhapatnam (INVTZ) to Hamburg (DEHAM): choosing a suitable container

Would you like to ship a container from port of Visakhapatnam – (IN VTZ) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? Compare the options and ask an appropriate container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and different container specifications (FCL shipment or LCL shipment). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the section below you will find extensive information and advice about the most popular products. You can also click through to our page about Insurance Certificate or Policy.

What you need to know about the 20 foot container

20 foot containers (some people call it dry van) is the most versatile container type. It’s a very common and efficient size, that means they are quite cheap. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods and removals. Nice to know: TEU is a standard measurement of volume in container shipping and means 1 20 Foot container.

One of the most rented boxes for shipping freight by sea.
A 20-foot container know the following size description: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.500 kg.

What you need to know about the forty foot container

A40 foot container is standard applied to shipping bulk goods. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. This makes it a very popular choice for shipping large volumes of cargo. Also, there are also special extra tall ‘high cube’ deal. They are 9’6 tall. Ideal for tall items.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions are standard: 12,0 x 2,4 x 2,3 m.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
The max. weight is limited to +/- 28.100 kg.

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Details about Full Container (FCL)

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, it is best 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. The advantages are great: quick transit time, less likely to damage your goods (as the container just contains your goods) and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. Pay attention to the disadvantages: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and less convenient delivery options. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Visakhapatnam (INVTZ) or Rotterdam to Visakhapatnam (INVTZ).

FCL Means that means that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. ONE, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk, CMA CGM.

Information about Less than container (LCL)

When you have too little goods to fill a full container, then your freight will be bundled with other freights. Logistics management organization handles this as a LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL means that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. The advantages of this option include: you can save money on smaller shipments, less inventory costs & management and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Notable: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then FCL is probably your best bet. The cost of the shipment is determined by shipping dimensions, weight, and number of pieces.

The meaning of LCL is: your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 3 m3 – 16 m3.
Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
More Availability During Peak Season.
Available at: e.g. ZIM, Yang Ming, Evergreen, HMM, Wan Hai.

Other special types of containers

There exist a lot of box-types for transporting your cargo. Each type of cargo needs a different solution. The Dry van is suitable for many common goods. But there are also specific options for oils, wheat, barley and cocoa or other special goods. Our expert has laid out a list below. You can also read more information about shipments to Bolama (GWBOL), port of Bugo (PHBUG), Mombasa (KEMBA) harbor and terminal Sfax (TNSFA).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: a type of packaging used to ship temperature sensitive products.

Open-Top Containers: also have end doors, like closed containers, to give flexibility for loading and unloading.
Palletwide Containers: designed to accommodate a larger amount of Euro pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.

Important types of ocean cargo: What do you want to ship?

Exporting load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Visakhapatnam (INVTZ) has a lot of pluses: it is very efficient, it is great for transporting bulky goods and minimal restrictions. Relevant ocean cargo categories imported via sea shipping includes: dry bulk, break bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, neo bulk. Below you will find a brief summary.

Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
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, chemicals, kerosene, diesel, biofuels, gasoline.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also coils, rods, sand, plates.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): the vessel is designed so that vehicles or loads can be entered straight by rolling.
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: goods like toys, clothes, art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, electronic goods and food, drinks, fashion, machines, furniture.

FAQ: questions and answers about international transport

What is the transit time from Hamburg to Visakhapatnam?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Visakhapatnam takes about 31 days. The total distance is approximately 7300 nautical miles (NM). This is equivalent to 13520 km. When you have booked a sea freight you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The exact shipping time depends on the speed of the boat, wind force and wind direction and any technical malfunctions.

What are the all-in costs of shipping a container to Visakhapatnam (INVTZ)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Visakhapatnam (India) are relatively cheap. The total cost is subject to various components as cargo dimension, the total distance to the delivery destination and exchange rates. Fill out our form for additional information, transit time and current rates.

What customs documents do i need?

When transporting goods to Visakhapatnam, then customs clearance is an important step. The following documents are required: Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, Letter of Credit. For additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of India or view the website of the port/government (www.vizagport.com/).

Which incoterm is best for me?

Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporting party covers delivery of the goods to a ship, loading the goods onto the ship, and insuring the shipment until it reaches the port of destination specified by the buyer. By Free on Board (FOB) we mean the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) & Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).