German Ports - Change in the Import Pickup Process

The pickup process for import containers at German seaports is undergoing a significant change. This only applies to import transactions and will be mandatory from 1st October 2025, by German Ports, a joint project of DAKOSY and dbh Logistics.

Starting from October 2025, the current PIN-based release process will be replaced by the new digital and fee-based procedure “German Ports Secure Release Order”, an electronic collection authorization will repleace the current PIN-based release. The pick up process will be standardized and digital via the German Ports platform.

All details about the new process, including webinars and the registration option, can be found directly on the official German Ports website.

We recommend registering early to ensure your import clearance runs smoothly.

We are happy to answer any questions you may have.