Container shipping Hamburg to Vizag
You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Vizag (INVIZ)? Sea freight is very practical: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, you have low maintenance costs and it is eco-friendly. Importing a container overseas with dry bulk or equipment can be outsourced to e.g. Matson. Freight forwarders offer different types of containers. You have to choose between full containers (FCL) and (LCL) Less Container Load. Via our freight forwarders we offer accurate information regarding international transport Vizag (IN VIZ). We provide you with practical information about the different types of sea containers. Further on you can read a practical step-by-step plan. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and receive a quote with low prices and great conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a fast, secure and cheap way to export or import international containers.
- Compared to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is great for international removals and the transit of breakbulk or personal goods.
- The Port of Vizag is one of the most important ports in India.
- Containers that are often transported are: twenty footers, forty footers and Insulated, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Ventilated, Open-Top, Tank containers.
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Shipping to Vizag (INVIZ) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the most economical mode of global transportation. Your goods are stored in shipping containers. Your freight forwarder will arrange the container. A shipping vessel will be ready for your goods at the port of origin Vizag (IN VIZ), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the destination harbor. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the attached table we share facts about the arrival port.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Vizag |
| Country of destination | India |
| Port Code | INVIZ |
| Transportation time | +/- 31 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Local address | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530 035, India |
| info@vizagport.com | |
| Website | www.vizagport.com |
| Phone | 918912564841 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Vizag
- Details of your shipment
Enter the departure port and the port of destination. Also indicate whether you prefer a complete full container (FCL) or a shared container (LCL). Besides this, also choose a suitable container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Pack you load
Primarily, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent damage, ensure that your cargo is always placed on pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
- Documents Required for Exporting
When you transport your cargo to Vizag (INVIZ), you should organize special export documents (on behalf of national customs): packing declaration, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin, packing list. A Bill of Lading is a required document released by a shipping agency or carrier to the shipper to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that everything is ready to ship.
- Make a choice for Incoterms
An incoterm is a set of rules to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who will pay for things like transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Much chosen incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ship Live Tracking
Use sea freight tracking to check where your shipment is at this moment. You can see exactly when the freight has been departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.
Sea freight from Vizag (INVIZ) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Vizag – (IN VIZ) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to get a suitable container. There are different sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container agreements (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). You can have your cargo transported by multiple shipping lines. The port has a good connection with surrounding cities. In the next chapter we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most common sizes and types. You can also click directly to information about Inspection Certificate.
Important specifications of the 20ft container
Twenty Foot Containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most commonly used size. They are very efficient, which results in lower shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items or international removals. Keep in mind: The acronym TEU stands for Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- The most commonly used box for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container has a surface area of: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- The maximum load is about +/- 27.000 kg.
What you need to know about the 40 ft container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They can carry far more cargo at once. This makes it a popular choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. Good to know: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ choice. Thereby you have a little more height. Stuff can be stacked high.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.200 kilogram.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of FCL containers?
When you need a lot of container space, then a full container is often worth it. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. This has multiple advantages: quick transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and you take advantage of economies of scale. Of course there are also downsides: you need large volume to be viable and insurance is extra important. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Vizag (INVIZ) and Rotterdam to Vizag (INVIZ).
- The goal of FCL is that you temporarily own a complete container.
- Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. CMA CGM, ONE, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If you don’t prefer a full container, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The concept of LCL is that you pay per m3 or per metric ton for space inside a complete container. The advantages of this option include: you’re only charged for the space you are using, the handling and insurance costs are limited and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is a better choice. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).
- What we mean by LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 3 m3 and 16 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Easier to book during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. POL, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, Evergreen, ZIM.
Special containers for special freight
The range of boxes is very varied for shipping your items. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The most popular version is of course the Dry van. Besides this, there are also applications for liquids, flour, coffee or cocoa or fragile items. We give a short explanation below. You can also check more information about shipping to Fos sur Mer (FRFOS), port of Chittagong (BDCGP), Fos sur Mer (FRFOS) harbor and terminal Le Verdon (FRLVE).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and other grain crops.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: the latter has a removable roof due to which the door header can be pivoted outside.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect when some extra height is required.
- Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof.
- Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers can hold cargo above or below freezing point.
- Tank Containers: suitable for different modes of transportation, and built to carry hazardous cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: used to transport cargo with good moisture contents which requires ventilation while transit.
Kind of freight: What do you want to ship?
Shipping load by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Vizag (INVIZ) has many benefits: low maintenance cost, it is great for transporting bulky goods and minimal restrictions. The main categories of ocean cargo transported by sea include: containerized, neo bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, dry bulk. Below we give an explanation.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: your international relocation will be less time-consuming and more efficient.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, kerosene, chemicals, diesel, biofuels, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also rods, sand, coils, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a combination of road and sea transport for wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: load like sports equipment, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, art and antiques, toys & fashion, machines, shoes, drinks, furniture.
FAQ: everything you need to know about international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Vizag takes on average 31 days. The total distance is about 7300 nautical miles (NM). 1 nautical mile is equivalent to 1.85 km. That makes the distance 13520 kilometers. When you send something by sea, you will have to deal with ETD and ETA. ETD means the expected departure time of the vessel. ETA is the date that the shipment arrives in the destination country. The exact shipping time has several factors: vessel speed, sea weather condition and berth availability.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Vizag (India) are relatively cheap. The final invoice amount is determined by a number of factors like type of goods transported, shipping time and exchange rates. Fill out our form for a price proposal and transit times.
When you send goods to Vizag, then you should also think about customs clearance. The following documents are required: Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, Letter of Credit, Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Commercial Invoice. For additional information and answers to questions you can contact the customs of India or view the website of the port/government (www.vizagport.com).
The incoterms define the role between seller and buyer at an international transaction. Popular terms for waterway transportation are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the seller takes care of the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the port of origin. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the supplier to pay for the delivery of the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. Other Incoterms 2000 you can choose from are: Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) and Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).