Ocean Freight Route

ChennaiShanghai

INMAA
CNSHA
Distance
2,517 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

IN
Origin Port

Chennai

Infrastructure Highlights

  • A range of container berths equipped with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Purpose-built automobile and Ro-Ro handling facilities for finished vehicles
  • Direct rail sidings connecting to the Indian Railways network for inland container movement
  • Enhanced container freight stations and off-dock yards supporting customs clearance and consolidation

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive componentsTextiles and garmentsLeather products and footwearEngineering goods and machineryChemicals and pharmaceuticals

Export Compliance

All export consignments must adhere to Indian Customs regulations, including electronic shipping bill filing and advance documentation submission.

CN
Destination Port

Shanghai

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive container terminals with large-vessel berths
  • Advanced ship-to-shore gantry cranes and highly mechanized yard equipment
  • Integrated intermodal links to national rail and expressway networks
  • Dedicated terminals for liquid bulk, dry bulk, and Ro-Ro

Key Imports

Crude oil and refined petroleum productsIron ore and industrial raw materialsAgricultural commodities and food productsHigh-tech components and capital equipmentChemicals and plastics

Import Regulations

Inbound cargo is governed by Chinese customs, quarantine, and inspection rules, with potential CIQ inspection and testing.

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