Container shipping Hamburg to Kaliningrad

Are you looking for ways to ship a container from Hamburg to Kaliningrad (RUKGD)? Sea freight has many pluses: you can ship many goods for an attractive price, it is efficient and it’s more than 50% cheaper than air. Transporting a container by sea with container cargo or cars can be arranged by shipping companies such as IRISL Group. They can get you different types of containers. You have to choose between (FCL) Full Container Load and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will get lots of practical information for the purpose of international transport Kaliningrad (RU KGD). We provide you with practical information about the different types and ways of sea freight. On this website you can read a step-by-step plan for starting exporters. Please send us an inquiry with your requirements and we will send a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.

Ocean shipping is a quick, safe and cheap way to ship high volume products.
When we compare it to air transport, it is cheaper and there are less restrictions.
Sea freight is suitable for international relocations and exporting ro-ro or consumer goods.
The Port of Kaliningrad is an important hub in Russian Federation.
You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: twenty footers, forty footers and Dry Van, Hard-Top, Flat Rack, Open-Top, Refrigerated, Tank containers.

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Shipping to Kaliningrad (RUKGD) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your goods are put on a container with pellets. The intermediary (freight forwarder) sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departure port Kaliningrad (RU KGD), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the POD. You can book various solutions like port-to-port, door-to-port, door-to-door, port-to-port. In the table 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 Kaliningrad
Country of destination	Russian Federation
Port Code	RUKGD
Transit Time	+/- 8 days
Shipping costs	$$$
Office address	24, Portvaya Str. Kaliningrad 236003 Russia
E-mail address	scport@ray.ru
Website	www.transmarine.ru/PORTINFO.HTM
Telephone number	70112444306

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Kaliningrad

Shipment details
Enter the port of departure and the arrival harbour. Determine the desired transport method: Full Container Load (FCL) or partial shipments (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Loading and labeling the freight
Firstly, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid nasty accidents, it is a good idea to use pallets. Your cargo must also be easily recognizable with labels.
Common Export Documents
If you ship cargo to Kaliningrad (RUKGD), you should think about several export documents (to the national customs): certificates of origin, packing declaration, packing list, bill of lading, commercial invoice. A Bill of Lading is a required document issued by a Carrier to a Shipper, describing the correct state of goods and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are important to define the seller’s and buyer’s responsibilities. The Incoterm determines who is responsible for, for example, the cost and risk of transportation, insurance, duties payable and clearing customs. Much chosen incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW).
Track your shipment
Use container track and trace to check where your shipment is right now. You can get a sms or mail when the shipping is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and when the cargo was transported to the ultimate recipient.

Sea freight from Kaliningrad (RUKGD) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick your container

Would you like to ship a container from port of Kaliningrad – (RU KGD) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? It is crucial to book the right container for your cargo. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 foot, 40 foot) and all kind of container conditions (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Well-known shipping lines are CMA CGM, MSC, NSC. Important towns around the port are Zelenogradsk, Guryevsk, Vasilkovo, Kaliningrad, Pionerskiy, Primore, Svetlyy, Donskoye, Primorsk, Yantarnyy, Rybachiy, Polessk, Yuzhnyy, Ladushkin, Gvardeysk, Baltiysk, Znamensk, Pravdinsk, Mamonovo, Slavsk. In the paragraph below we put everything together and offer information about the most popular boxes. You can also click through to our page about Shipping lines.

Details of a twenty foot container

20 FT containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most common and available size. They are easy to stack, which means they are cheaper to ship. Particularly suitable for the transport of household goods and removals. What you might not know: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.

A very popular box for shipping freight by sea.
The dimensions of a 20-foot container are: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
A lot can be loaded in terms of goods weight: +/- 27.000 kg.

Details of a 40ft container

Besides the 20-foot, the 40-foot container is another popular option. He can hold much more cargo. This makes it a popular choice for shipping large cargo by sea. In conclusion, you can also choose a higher ‘high cube’ deal. You’ve got just a little extra height. This makes them particularly useful for niche applications.

Very suitable for large loads.
In terms of format, this type comes out to: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.600 kilogram.

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Full Container (FCL)

I case you are going to ship a lot of stuff, then it is usually better to book a full container. Transport specialists call this Full Container Load (FCL). You don’t have to share space with others. It is a popular transport method: faster transit time, limited damage risk and and it is cheaper per unit. There are of course also drawbacks: it is not suitable for small cargo and unloading can be a hassle. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to Kaliningrad (RUKGD) and Rotterdam to Kaliningrad (RUKGD).

The goal of FCL is that an exporter is fully booking one or more shipping containers.
Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
It is cheaper when the shipment uses more than 10 pallets.
Available at: e.g. COSCO, ONE, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM.

Use a Less than container (LCL)

With a small freight, aks our freight forwarders to possibilities for a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that you only pay for the space you need in a shipping container. There are many benefits like: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, you can save on inventory costs and more options during peak shipping season. Worth mentioning: if your shipment takes up more than half a container, then you better go for FCL. LCL cost is calculated by the dimensions of the package i.e. the length, width.

The concept of LCL is that you make use of a partial container for the transportation.
A suitable choice for transport with a size between 2,5 m3 & 14 m3.
You only pay for the space you are using.
Wide availability in all months of the year.
Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, ZIM, HMM, Wan Hai.

Other types of containers and customization

The range of boxes is very diverse for the international transport of your cargo by sea. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are innovative and special constructions for liquids, flowers, fruit or unique high value cargo. We explain everything below. We also provide more information about sea transportation to Beira (MZBEW), port of Kotka (FIKTK), Manta (ECMEC) harbor and terminal Yangon (MMRGN).

Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
Flat Rack Containers: usually used for the transportation or storage of cargo with unique dimensions.
Hard-Top Containers: for shipping a wide range of dry cargo and mass freight.
High-Cube Containers: are used to carry lightweight, high volume cargo (with extra height).
Insulated Containers: for transporting goods with the need of low temperature for a short distance.

Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
Palletwide Containers: specially designed to accommodate more number of Euro-pallets.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for cold storage like perishables, frozen goods and pharmaceutical products.
Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
Ventilated Containers: for cargoes that require ventilation in transit.

Main types of ocean freight: what are you going to transport?

Shipping goods by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Kaliningrad (RUKGD) is very popular because of you can ship large volumes at low costs, high sea vessel load capacity and very flexible. The main categories of ocean cargo transported by sea include: break bulk, liquid bulk, containerized, dry bulk, roll on/roll off. You will find all the information in the box below.

Car shipping: your vehicle (car/motorcycle) will be shipped safely and relatively cheaply.
House Moving: choose reliable transport options for personal items (relocation).
Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects delivered quickly and reliably to another house.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, petroleum, kerosene, diesel, hydrogen, gasoline.
Dry Bulk: iron ore, coal, grain but also sugar, lumber, salt, rods.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel has facilities to enable road or rail vehicles to roll on and roll off.
Breakbulk: For the transport of cargo that don’t fit in standard-size shipping containers or cargo bins.
Retail & other: cargo like medical/pharmacy, toys, clothes, sports equipment, art and antiques + furniture, machines, food, shoes, fashion.

FAQ: frequently asked questions and answers regarding international transport

How long does it take for a container ship to go from Hamburg to Kaliningrad?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Kaliningrad takes approximately 8 days. The total distance is approximately 1650 nautical miles (nmi). This is roughly equivalent to 3056 km. When you send something by sea, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The exact shipping time depends on vessel speed, the sea conditions and possible maintenance.

How much does it cost to ship a container to Kaliningrad (RUKGD)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Kaliningrad (Russian Federation) are slightly above average. The actual costs are determined by various components as cargo type, transit time and supply and demand. We invite you to contact us for a price proposal and transit times.

What customs documents are needed?

When shipping goods to Kaliningrad, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents are important: Letter of Credit, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, Insurance Certificate. For more substantive information and tips then we advise you to contact the customs of Russian Federation or check the official website for more info (www.transmarine.ru/PORTINFO.HTM).

What is the best Incoterm for my shipment?

Incoterms are a widely used system to define, simplify and clarify transactions between an exporter and an importer. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporter bears responsibility for transportation and insurance to the required port. With Free on Board (FOB), we mean that the seller has the responsibility for delivering and loading the product onto the ship. 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) + Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).