Container shipping Hamburg to Lanshi
Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to Lanshi (CNLNS)? Sea freight is very practical: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is great for bulk goods and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. Transporting a container overseas with breakbulk or machinery can be outsourced to e.g. Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. They offer various types of containers. You have to choose between a full container for yourself (FCL) and a partial filled container (LCL). Via our freight forwarders you will get lots of practical information regarding international transport Lanshi (CN LNS). You can read comprehensive information about the different types of sea containers. For this we offer a step-by-step import plan. Mail us with your needs and we will prepare a quote with an attractive price and fast transit time.
- Ocean shipping is an innovative, secure and low cost-way to transport bulk containers.
- When we compare it to air transport, there are fewer restrictions and lower emissions.
- Sea freight is great for worldwide removals and the transportation of roll on/roll off or motorbikes.
- The Port of Lanshi offers excellent transit options in China.
- We handle a wide variety of container sizes including: 20 foot, 40 foot and Insulated, Dry Van, Flat Rack, Tank, Refrigerated, Open-Top containers.
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Shipping to Lanshi (CNLNS) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is the process of shipping goods by sea using containers. Your cargo is packed in shipping containers. The freight forwarder company will arrange the container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of departure Lanshi (CN LNS), and will be transported by sea to the agent at the port of destination. You need to make a choose out of: port-to-port, door-to-door, door-to-port or port-to-door. In the attached table 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 Lanshi |
| Country of destination | China |
| Port Code | CNLNS |
| Transportation time | +/- 48 days |
| Shipping prices | $ |
| Office address | China Marine Shipping Agency, Guangdong Foshan Co.,Ltd. |
| E-mail address | liang.zhibiao@keppellog.com.cn |
| Website | www.gov.cn |
| Telephone number | 86-0757-83102562 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Lanshi
- Details of your shipping
Enter the departing port and the arrival port. Also indicate whether you prefer a full container just for your freight (FCL) or a container with combined cargo (LCL). Also select container size (20-foot, 40-foot, or a 40-foot high cube).
- Packing the freight
Obviously, ensure the freight is properly packaged. To avoid damage, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Customs document
In the situations that you export goods to Lanshi (CNLNS), you will need up-to-date export documents (on behalf of national customs): commercial invoice, packing list, packing declaration, bill of lading, export/import customs declaration. The definition of a Bill of Lading is a document issued by the carrier or agent to acknowledge that they have received the goods and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Agree on who bears the risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are important to define the responsibilities and costs between two parties correctly. The agreed Incoterm determines who takes care of, among other things, shipment, insurance, documentation and customs clearance. Much chosen incoterms are Ex Works (EXW), Free On Board (FOB), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF).
- Shipping Container Tracking and Tracing
Use container track and trace to see where your shipping is at this moment. They will send you a mail when the vessel is departed from the port of origin (POO), arrived at Port of Discharge (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.
Sea freight from Lanshi (CNLNS) to Hamburg (DEHAM): find a suitable container
You received an order and want to ship a container from port of Lanshi – (CN LNS) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to ask an appropriate container. They are available in different sizes (20-ft, 40-ft) and different ways to fill a container (FCL shipping or LCL shipping). Several major international shipping lines operate here. Your cargo can be quickly transported to surrounding cities. In the following summary you can read all important information about the most popular container types. You can also click directly to information about Documents.
Specifications of a twenty foot container
20-foot containers (sometimes also called dry van) is the most commonly type for shipment in ocean freight. They are very efficient, which means they are cheaper to ship. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal items and movings. Keep in mind: 1 TEU is the indication for 1 20 foot container.
- This box is often used for the transportation of cargo via ocean shipments.
- A 20-foot container has the following dimensions: 6058mm x 2438mm x 2891mm.
- The container can be loaded with 11 pallets.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.500 kg.
What you need to know about the forty foot container
The 40-foot container offers twice as much space as the 20-footer. They can carry between 23 and 24 Europallets in one tier. This makes it a popular choice for transporting bulk goods by sea. Also, people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ version. You have more height at your disposal. Very suitable for high products.
- Perfect for larger shipments.
- The format is universal: 12031 x 2346 x 2383 mm.
- It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
- Pay attention to the weight limit of +/- 28.500 kg.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
When you want to ship large quantities of goods, 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. It is a popular transport method: quick transit time, less potential for damage and you pay lower price per unit. Important to mention: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and the financial risk is much greater. Transporting cargo from another port? Also see Antwerp to Lanshi (CNLNS) and Rotterdam to Lanshi (CNLNS).
- The concept of FCL is that one single container is booked exclusively for the transportation of cargo.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, COSCO, CMA CGM.
When is a LCL container a good choice?
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, it is often a good idea to pick a shared container. This is known as LCL (Less Than Container Load). LCL Means that means that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight There are multiple advantages: it’s perfect for shipping small loads, you spend less on inventory space and it offers consistent weekly sailing schedules for sea freight. Important: 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 the volume and weight of the packages.
- LCL means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
- Cost effective for shipments between 2,5 m3 and 16,5 m3.
- Freight costs are typically based on cargo volume.
- Wide availability in all months of the year.
- Available at: e.g. HMM, POL, ZIM, Evergreen, Wan Hai.
Alternative container types
There are many different types of boxes available for shipping your items. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. There are specially developed transport options for liquid bulk, flowers, fruit or other special goods. Below you will find all common types in 1 overview. You can also look further at transport options in Niihama (JPIHA), port of Cork (IEORK), Berbera (SOBBO) harbor and terminal Paita (PEPAI).
- Bulk Containers: used in for transporting bulk cargo like wheat, rice and corn.
- Flat Rack Containers: the walls allows for the loading of cargo from the top and/or sides.
- 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: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.
- Open-Top Containers: ideal for bulky cargo such as machinery.
- Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: is used for cargo which needs ventilation.
Main types of ocean freight: what are you going to transport?
Exporting stuff by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Lanshi (CNLNS) has many benefits: it is very efficient, it is effective for large quantities of goods and eco-friendly. The most important ocean cargo transported by sea include: roll on/roll off, break bulk, containerized, liquid bulk, neo bulk. Below we tell you everything about it.
- Car shipping: you can ship your vehicle practically anywhere in the world.
- House Moving: affordable and reliable way for international relocations.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects transported with great care.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, gasoline, biofuels, chemicals, diesel, hydrogen.
- Dry Bulk: grain, coal, iron ore but also sugar, sand, coils, cement.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
- Breakbulk: goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
- Retail & other: items like toys, clothes, electronic goods, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment & shoes, furniture, machines, fashion, food.
FAQ: current topics around international transport
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Lanshi takes about 48 days. The distance to be covered is about 11300 nautical miles. That equates to 20928 kilometers. If you choose transport by sea, you will receive updates about the ETD and ETA. ETD means the Estimated Time Of Departure. ETA It is the date and time that the vessel has been scheduled to arrive into port. There are many factors that determine the final shipping time: the speed of the boat, wind force and direction and maintenance.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Lanshi (China) are relatively cheap. The total price tag is determined by various factors such as cargo weight, shipping route and currency. Feel free to contact us for current rates and transit times.
When you are exporting goods to Lanshi, then the customs clearance will also pass. The following documents are needed for the customs handling procedure: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Letter of Credit, Certificate of Origin, Import/export Licenses. For questions or additional information, then we advise you to contact the customs of China or check the official website for more info (www.gov.cn).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. For transport by ship we usually use FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter takes care of the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the named port of destination. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller is responsible for the entire logistics process for the goods until they are loaded on a shipping vessel. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Free Carrier (FCA), Carriage Paid To (CPT), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Ex Works (EXW) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Cost and Freight (CFR).