Key Points
- Direct feeder from Lianyungang to Shanghai every Wednesday and Friday for India-bound FCL cargo.
- Coverage for Nhava Sheva, Mundra, Chennai and Kolkata.
- Premium space protection helps reduce rollover and waiting risk at Shanghai transshipment.
- Special rate filing can be requested for shipments of 10+ TEU.
1. Service overview
This Lianyungang to India FCL service connects by feeder to Shanghai and then to ONE and Evergreen (EMC) mainline vessels. The Lianyungang feeder runs every Wednesday and Friday, giving factories in northern Jiangsu a stable way to connect with India sailings.
2. Ports covered and transit time
The Lianyungang to Shanghai feeder takes about 1 day. Shanghai to Nhava Sheva, Mundra and Chennai is about 15 days, while Shanghai to Kolkata is about 20 days. The service covers major west-coast and east-coast India ports.
- Lianyungang feeder to Shanghai: approx. 1 day.
- Shanghai to Nhava Sheva / Mundra / Chennai: approx. 15 days.
- Shanghai to Kolkata: approx. 20 days.
3. Why use this route
Lianyungang local pickup plus Shanghai transshipment can be more cost-effective for northern Jiangsu cargo than routing through other ports. Premium space protection is used to secure the Shanghai mainline connection and reduce rollover risk during peak season.
- Cost advantage for Lianyungang and nearby factory cargo.
- Shanghai connection is managed as the key risk point.
- Volume pricing can be requested for 10+ TEU shipments.
- Twice-weekly feeder schedule gives factories more loading flexibility.
4. Cargo and equipment
The service is suitable for standard dry containers: 20GP, 40GP and 40HQ. Lead-acid batteries can be reviewed as general cargo with a valid Sea Transport Appraisal Certificate and MSDS, subject to carrier approval.
5. Required consignee information for India
Indian customs requires complete consignee details before shipment. Please collect the full company name and address, IEC, PAN, GST and contact email from your buyer. The IEC must match the bill of lading consignee information.
- Full company name and address
- IEC, which must match the B/L consignee registration
- PAN tax number
- GST number
- Contact email for arrival notice and release communication
6. Free time and quotation details
Standard free time at Indian ports is normally about 14 days. Extended free time can be requested before booking for large volumes or shipments with longer customs clearance cycles. For a quote, send commodity, package count, weight, volume, container type, destination port and cargo ready date.
FAQ
Does Lianyungang to India have to transship via Shanghai?
This service is built around the Lianyungang feeder connecting to ONE / EMC mainline vessels in Shanghai. The advantage is local pickup convenience, clear feeder days and access to Shanghai mainline space.
Can lead-acid batteries move as general cargo?
They can be reviewed as general cargo, but the Sea Transport Appraisal Certificate and MSDS are required. Final acceptance depends on carrier and space approval.
Can India destination free time be extended?
Standard free time is normally about 14 days. For large volumes or longer clearance cycles, extended free time should be requested before booking.