The time taken to ship from Germany to Singapore is determined by the sea route taken by the ship. The route taken is selected depending on the condition of the sea, security considerations and the hull type, urgency of the shipment and speed capability of the vessel. It takes about between 1 – 2 months ship via Suez Canal, Cape of Good Hope and Panama Canal.
Do note that when met with a public holidays in either Germany or Singapore, some shipments may be delayed. There is usually a time lag due to inconvenience brought about by the holiday(s).
Who are these services suitable for?
Expats & Foreigners
For those who just moved into the country (Germany or Singapore) and require your belongings to be shifted from Singapore to Germany or vice versa.
Businesses
For those who require goods/cargos to be sent over in bulk, usually for imports and exports for business purposes.
Travellers or Consumers
For those who shop bulky items in Singapore and wants to transport them back to Germany.
Benefits of having your goods shipped by M&P International Freights
In case you are involved in either the import or export of raw materials or finished goods, engaging a freight forwarder like M&P will be indispensable.
Settle all administrative work
By engaging our services, we will arrange for all cargo insurance and filing of insurance claims. This ensures that you take the best insurance policy and in case of loss, your claims will be followed up by us on your behalf.
Available Storage Facilities
With our own storage and warehouse, your goods will be kept safe before or after the shipment.
Experience and Skillful
We are able to handle all the documentation work needed in exporting as well as choosing the best sea route and vessel to ferry the goods. This eases the work of our clients of moving up and down with the documents and looking for the best company that offers the best sea route and vessel. These unnecessary movements is not only time consuming but also and cost inefficient, which can all be avoided by engaging M&P International Freight.
Freight Consolidation
Freight consolidation refers to containing different batches of goods from different importers at evenhanded rates. Since importers with less than container load (LCL) will not be able to fill up the full container, freight consolidation enables small importers to combine their goods together in one full container load (FCL). This helps importers who have lesser load saves cost since they don’t have to ship a half empty container.
Lowest Rates
Sea freight is considered as one of the cheapest form of transportation compared to air freight. Sea freight is charged based on the sea container rate, whereas air freight is charged based on the weight of the stuff goods. Hence, this allows shippers to ship a wider variety of weighted goods at a competitive rate.
Negotiating Power
As forwarders, we are able to negotiate for the most evenhanded rates to be charged. Our wide coverage and networks helps to fetch for the best shipment charges that are affordable and cheapest for our clients. This is possible due to vast network of freight forwarders as we are usually involved in a couple of transactions with other shipping companies.
How can M&P International Freights Help You?
Great Support
Personal M&P Consultant provides a single point of contact so you are assured of service excellence from the team.
One stop provider
We are a one stop center that offers a full spectrum of services aimed at providing excellent freighting solutions.
Competitive Pricing
Being one of the largest international freight forwarding company, we are able to pass on our over laying low cost to our consumers.
10 Years Experience
Established in 2006, M&P International Freights is a Singapore-based, dedicated freight forwarding company with a global outlook.
Certified Experience
We accredited with SLA, MTO and FIATA.
We got the tools
M & P invest heavily on our equipment and tools so we can provide our customers the smoothest experience.
Process Behind Shipping from Germany To Singapore
Shipping procedures vary from one country to another. This is because there are different rules and regulations that govern the different and distinctive imports and exports required by different countries.
When exporting from Germany, article 161 of the German Customs Code should be perceived and adhered to. The German Trade and Invest office issues authorizations and control documents. Goods such as defense goods and dual-use goods need special authorization.
In Singapore, exports and imports are controlled by the Customs Act through the Regulation of Imports and Exports Act. It is an offence to import goods to Singapore without having secured a Customs permit to authorize the importation.
When moving items from Germany to Singapore, there are multiple routes and options one can take. Here is an example of one of the methods M&P uses: After being engaged by you, we will arrange to send your items via sea freight. We work out the most economical route to send your items to Singapore’s port directly from a port nearby your side in Germany.
What items are commonly being shipped from Germany to Singapore?
Diversity and uniqueness in resources that each country has, is the main motive why countries trade with each other. With the existence of diverse natural resources and human capabilities, trade has been enhanced and has become a popular method of integration. Germany been the largest national economy in Europe needs to trade with other countries such as Singapore. Germany was the largest importer in the last decade and still continues to be among the top exporting countries in the world. Most of the country’s exports to Singapore are;
- Machinery
- Aircraft and space crafts
- Medical, electrical and technical equipment
- Vehicles
- Pharmaceuticals
- Organic chemicals and other chemical goods
These German exports help the country to purchase what they need, and in turn Singapore is able to acquire what they did not have from Germany and other trade partners.
Common prohibited Items to be imported in Singapore
Dumping of goods and entry of all goods into a country has diverse socio-economic effect to a country. To curb such practices in the Singaporean’s economy, the government has put up some prohibition on certain goods. This is to ensure the wellbeing of Singaporeans’ and the economic stability. Some of the goods that are prohibited include;
- Used items shipped without manufacturer’s packaging
- Any type of standalone batteries
- Counterfeit goods
- Treatments containing alcohol for instance Rogaine
- Endangered species of wildlife and any of their by-products
- Any product that can be used in military, chemical or biological weapon
- Narcotic drugs among other numerous products