Container shipping Hamburg to Yangzhou
Do you need to ship a container from Hamburg to Yangzhou (CNYZH)? Sea freight has many advantages: it is suitable to ship large volumes for low prices, it is great for bulk goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Ship a container overseas with dry bulk or semi-finished goods is easy with shippinglines like Regional Container Lines. When you want to forward a container, you can choose from many different types of shipping containers. Shipping lines offer the choice between a full container for yourself (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our transport agents we give actual information about international transport Yangzhou (CN YZH). You can read up-to-date information about the different types of containers. On this website you can read a a practical step-by-step plan where we explain everything in 5 steps. Mail us with your needs and we get you a quote with extensive pricing details.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, trouble-free and affordable way to export or import international containers.
- Compared to air freight, it is far cheaper and you can easily transport large shipments.
- Sea freight is excellent for international movings and exporting food or cars and other vehicles.
- The Port of Yangzhou is a popular port in China.
- The range of containers includes: standaard 20 ft, 40 ft and 40 HC and Flat Rack, Hard-Top, Insulated, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Yangzhou (CNYZH) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is one of the most economical forms of transporting goods internationally. Your goods are packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder company will reserve a container for you. The freight goes by truck to the shipping vessel at the port of origin (POO) Yangzhou (CN YZH), and will be shipped over the ocean to the recipient at the port of destination. You can choose for: port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the list below you can read different kind of info about the port of discharge.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Yangzhou |
| Country of destination | China |
| Port Code | CNYZH |
| Transport Time | +/- 48 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Port address | Yusan Hwy, Jiangdu District, Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China, 225215 |
| E-mail address | china@containershippingservice.com |
| Website | www.yangzhou.gov.cn/ |
| Phone number | – not available – |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Yangzhou
- Details of your shipment
Enter the port of departure and the POD. Determine the desired transport method: a complete full container (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). Also choose the desired format (twenty foot, forty foot or a high cube).
- Preparing the cargo
As a starting point, ensure the cargo is packed appropriately for carriage. To transport the cargo in good condition, we advise to put everything on pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
- Customs document
When you import cargo from Yangzhou (CNYZH), you will need relevant export documents (for fast customs clearance): bill of lading, packing declaration, commercial invoice, export/import customs declaration, certificates of origin. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The chosen Incoterm decides who bears responsibility for e.g. shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Popular incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Free On Board (FOB).
- Track your cargo
Use the track and trace service to see where your cargo is at this moment. They will send you a mail when the vessel is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when it has arrived at the final destination.
Sea freight from Yangzhou (CNYZH) to Hamburg (DEHAM): select the container that suits the freight
You want to ship a container from port of Yangzhou – (CN YZH) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is necessary to pick the right container type. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container agreements (FCL shipping or LCL shipment). We cooperate with several international shipping lines. There is a good connection to important cities in the area. Below you will find useful information about the most popular types in the maritime industry. Our specialists also provide details about Shipping containers for sale.
What you need to know about the 20 ft container
20-foot containers (a.k.a. dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are quite easy to transport, which results in lower shipping costs. Widely used for transporting personal items or international removals. Keep in mind: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- A very popular box for shipping freight by sea.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 5898 (l) x 2390 (h) x 2350 (w) mm.
- It can hold between 9 and 11 pallets.
- You can load it with maximum +/- 27.200 kg.
Advantages of a 40ft container
The 40 foot container is the big brother of the 20 foot model. Te 40ft is twice as big as the more standard 20ft. It is especially intended for transporting large loads by sea. What you may not know: there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ box. Thereby you have a little more height. Very suitable for high products.
- Taller and bulkier than the standard containers.
- The format is universal: 12200 mm × 2440 mm × 2590 mm.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.900 kg.
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What is a Full Container (FCL)?
I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then it is usually better to book a full container. This is known as an FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. The benefits are great: It allows for a faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and and it costs less at the bottom of the line. You have to pay attention to a few things: it is unsuitable for Small Packages and insurance is extra important. Departing from another port? Also check out Antwerp to Yangzhou (CNYZH) or Rotterdam to Yangzhou (CNYZH).
- The goal of FCL is that you book a single container exclusively for your cargo transportation only.
- Used by all major manufacturers and shipping companies.
- If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
- Available at: e.g. Maersk, ONE, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO.
What is a LCL container and what are the benefits?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. You choose a LCL (Less Than Container Load) contract. The goal of LCL is that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight You consciously opt for various benefits such as: you can save money on smaller shipments, storage and insurance is advantageous and it is faster during peak-season. Remark: if 50% of the container consists of your goods, then it is usually more interesting to opt for FCL. The total shipping costs are related to the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- LCL means that a partial container is booker for the freight.
- An excellent choice for cargo volumes between 4 m3 and 15,5 m3.
- Cost-effective for freight forwarders with smaller shipment volumes.
- More Availability During Peak Season.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, POL.
Information about other types of containers
There are many different types of boxes available for shipping your items. Each type of cargo requires a different approach. The Dry Van is most commonly used in maritime transport. Besides this, there are also applications for oils or chemicals, flowers, fruit or fragile items. You can read all about it in the section below. You can also look further at transport options in Blair (INIXZ), port of Ambarli (TRAMR), ICD Whitefield Terminal (INBLR) harbor and terminal Samsun (TRSSX).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat and grains.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: with a hard steel roof that can be used or removed.
- High-Cube Containers: an intermodal storage unit with an external height of 9ft. 6in.
- 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: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
- Tank Containers: are used to deliver hazardous and non-hazardous products.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Kind of load: what kind of stuff are you going to ship?
Shipping load by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Yangzhou (CNYZH) has many benefits: low prices, it is effective for large quantities of goods and much more environmentally friendly than e.g. air freight. Frequently chosen ocean cargo shipped via sea routes are: containerized, neo bulk, liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, dry bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: a professional company ships your vehicle internationally.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, biofuels, diesel, kerosene, chemicals, petroleum.
- Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also cement, sugar, plates, salt.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessels that are used to carry wheeled cargo.
- Breakbulk: small containers of freight are unloaded from pallets and packed into the ship’s hold.
- Retail & other: items like electronic goods, sports equipment, toys, medical/pharmacy, clothes and shoes, machines, fashion, furniture, food.
All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Yangzhou takes approximately 48 days. The total distance is approximately 11300 nautical miles (M). That equates to 20928 km. When you export something, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD stands for Estimated time of departure of the ship or truck. ETA means the expected date of arrival of an ocean carrier. The exact shipping time has several factors: draft and speed, sea weather condition and cargo flows.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Yangzhou (China) are relatively cheap. The total sum is determined by various components as cargo type, the total distance to the delivery destination and exchange rates. Feel free to contact us for a customised quote and extra info.
When shipping goods to Yangzhou, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are required: Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate. For more substantive information and tips you can contact the customs of China or visit the website of the port / gouvernment (www.yangzhou.gov.cn/).
Incoterms decide the responsibility of each the exporter along with the importer of products. Common sea freight incoterms are CIF and FOB. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter takes care of the costs of transporting the cargo to the required port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller is responsible for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. Optionally one can also select one of the other Incoterms 2000 such as Carriage Paid To (CPT), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Delivered At Place (DAP), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP).