Container shipping Hamburg to Latakia
You are planning to ship a container from Hamburg to Latakia (SYLTK)? Sea freight is a convenient transport solution: e.g. you can transport high volumes for a reasonable price, it is great for bulk goods much more environmental friendly than air freight. Transporting a container by sea with gas-based fuels or factory parts can be arranged by shipping companies such as Unifeeder. They offer many different sizes and types of shipping containers. There is made a difference between full containers (FCL) and a shared container (LCL). Via our transport specialists we offer useful information for the purpose of international transport Latakia (SY LTK). You will find inside-information about the ways in which you can transport cargo by sea. For this we offer a step-by-step export plan. Provide us with your transport details and we will send a quote with a competitive rate.
- Ocean shipping is a very popular, safe and cost-effective way to ship your goods to anywhere in the world.
- Compared to air freight, there are fewer restrictions and it is far cheaper.
- Sea freight is suitable for international removals and shipping liquids or factory parts.
- The Port of Latakia is a much-chosen harbor in Syrian Arab Republic.
- The range of containers includes: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Insulated, Hard-Top, Dry Van, Tank, Ventilated, Refrigerated containers.
Main topics
Shipping to Latakia (SYLTK) from Hamburg (DEHAM)
Ocean freight shipping is a cost-effective option to ship goods internationally. Your products are stored in shipping containers. The freight forwarder will reserve a container for you. A truck transports the cargo to the shipping vessel at the port of Latakia (SY LTK), and will be shipped over the ocean to the customs at the POD. You can choose for: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the attached table we share facts about the port of destination.
| Port of departure | Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) |
| Country of departure | Germany |
| Port of destination | Port of Latakia |
| Country of destination | Syrian Arab Republic |
| Port Code | SYLTK |
| Transport Time | +/- 17 days |
| Shipping costs | $ |
| Office address | P.O.Box 220 Baghdad street Lattakia Syria |
| syrian-arab-republic@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.lattakiaport.gov.sy |
| Phone | 0096341476452 |
Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of Latakia
- Cargo details
Enter the port of origin (POO) and the POD (port of destination). Determine the desired transport method: Full Container Load (FCL) or (LCL) and partial shipments. You also choose the size of the container (20ft, 40ft of 40ft HC).
- Freight preparations
Firstly, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To prevent accidents, it is best to pack the freight on pallets. Don’t forget to label the cargo!
- Customs documents and procedures
When you transport your cargo to Latakia (SYLTK), you should organize special export documents (for correct national customs papers): export/import customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, packing declaration, certificates of origin. A Bill of Lading is a document or contract that is provided to the shipper to confirm the goods have been received in good order and that they are ready to be shipped.
- Find your incoterms
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define the rights and obligations of both the buyer and seller. The Incoterm shows who assumes the risk of, for example, transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. These are the most commonly chosen terms in sea freight: Ex Works (EXW), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB).
- Cargo Track & Trace
Use the track and trace service to see where your load is right now. You can check easily when the load is departed from Port of Loading (POL), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when the carrier arrived at the final location.
Sea freight from Latakia (SYLTK) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick your container
Are you planning to ship a container from port of Latakia – (SY LTK) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? An important starting point is to book the right container for your cargo. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different ways to fill a container (LCL shipment or FCL shipping). Some main shipping lines are CMA CGM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Jablah, Baniyas, Tartus, Masyaf, Safita, Idlib, Salamiyah, Aleppo, Yabrud, Duma, Manbij, Damascus, Jaramana, Qatana, Darayya, Nawá, Abu Kamal. In the paragraph below you can read all important information about the most popular container types. You may also like: Incoterms.
Explanation of the 20 foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (some people call it dry van) are one of the most used container types. They are easy to stack on the vessel, which results in lower shipping costs. Suitable for different kinds of storage including personal items and international removals. Keep in mind: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is often used for transporting goods by means of shipping.
- The size of a 20-foot container is: 5.90m x 2,35m x 2,39m.
- It can contain 11 Euro-pallets on a single level.
- The maximum allowable load is +/- 27.200 kg.
Important specifications of the 40 FT container
A 40 foot container is widely used on (standard) ships. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. All this makes it a very effective means for shipping large quantities of goods. What you may not know: people can also opt for the 40 foot container ‘high cube’ deal. This is one foot taller than a regular 40 ft. Ideal if you have high cargo.
- They are ideal for big shipments.
- The dimensions are the same internationally: L – 12.05M · W – 2.35M · H – 2.23M.
- The FEU can hold between 20 and 24 pallets.
- Maximum load is about +/- 28.800 kg.
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Details about Full Container (FCL)
If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then it is usually better to book a full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t have to share space with others. This has multiple advantages: It allows for a faster transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and it’s more cost-effective. There are also disadvantages: the transport over land is more complex (truck) and there is only limited availability. Sending the sea freight from another port? Also see Antwerp to Latakia (SYLTK) or Rotterdam to Latakia (SYLTK).
- What we mean by FCL is that the volume is large enough to fill a whole container by one customer.
- Perfect for bulk, expensive and fragile goods.
- Economically viable when the shipment occupies 15 m3 or more.
- Available at: e.g. ONE, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, COSCO.
When do i need a Less than container Load (LCL)?
If you want to transport a small cargo by sea, inquire about the possibilities for a shared container. Transport specialists call this Less Than Container Load (LCL). The concept of LCL is that you have no say about the other type of cargo that’s in the container with your freight There are multiple advantages: you will share all costs with the other suppliers, less inventory costs & management and it is faster during peak-season. Important: when you ship enough volume to fill more than half a container, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The cost of the shipment is determined by the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- With LCL transport, your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- A suitable choice for transport with a size between 3 m3 & 14 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- There is always sufficient availability (every season).
- Available at: e.g. Evergreen, Yang Ming, HMM, ZIM, Wan Hai.
Alternative container types
The range of boxes is very varied for international cargo shipping. There is a suitable solution for every type of cargo. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. But there are also specific options for liquids, grain, flour, or very expensive items. You can read all about it in the section below. Are you looking for another destination? Also look at possibilities for Mizushima (JPMIZ), port of Everglades (USPVS), Tampa Authority (USTPA) harbor and terminal Osaka (JPOSA).
- Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as grain and coal.
- Flat Rack Containers: internationally used when the cargo cannot fit inside a standard box.
- Hard-Top Containers: used for bulk cargo like cement, automotive, construction goods, steel, etc.
- High-Cube Containers: it is 1 foot taller than the standard height of shipping containers.
- Insulated Containers: for shipping of products that need to be maintained at specific temperatures.
- Open-Top Containers: for exporting products that don’t fit in a regular container.
- Palletwide Containers: are non-standard, uncommon containers with varying dimensions.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers are ideal for moving temperature-sensitive cargo.
- Tank Containers: for the transport of liquids, gases and powders as bulk cargo.
- Ventilated Containers: make use of extra fans, air tubes, and ventilation flaps.
Kind of cargo: What do you want to ship?
Shipping stuff by ocean from Hamburg (DEHAM) to Latakia (SYLTK) is very popular because of it is economical, particularly interesting for bulk cargo and eco-friendly. Relevant ocean cargo categories shipped via sea routes are: liquid bulk, roll on/roll off, containerized, break bulk, dry bulk. Below you can read more information about it.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be loaded and shipped to the port of your choice.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. petroleum, biofuels, kerosene, hydrogen, chemicals, diesel.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and salt, sugar, cement, lumber.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): vessel type used for the transportation of cars and other automobiles.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: load like electronic goods, art and antiques, toys, sports equipment, clothes & drinks, furniture, machines, shoes, fashion.
All about international transport (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to Latakia takes around 17 days. The distance to be covered is about 3850 nautical miles (nmi). That is about 7130 kilometers. If you make a sea shipment, you get 2 types of important values: ETD and ETA. Estimated time of departure (ETD) is when the ship is estimated to leave the port. ETA means the Expected or Estimated Time of Arrival. The actual shipping time depends on displacement of the vessel, wind force and wind direction and type of shipment.
Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to Latakia (Syrian Arab Republic) are relatively cheap. The total cost is determined by various features such as the size of the container, transit time and exchange rates. Send us a message for a quote for your transport.
When sending goods to Latakia, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents should be provided: Import/export Licenses, Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, Insurance Certificate, Certificate of Origin. For more substantive information and tips please contact the customs of Syrian Arab Republic or surf to the official website where you can read a lot of info (www.lattakiaport.gov.sy).
Incoterms describe the commercial arrangement between the buyer and the seller. The two most popular Incoterms rules in maritime shipping are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the exporter covers the cost and freight of bringing the goods to the destination port of the buyer’s choosing. Content of a Free on Board (FOB) contract: the seller takes care of the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. One can also choose from one of the alternative Incoterms 2000: Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Ex Works (EXW), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Carrier (FCA) & Cost and Freight (CFR), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU).