More security
through digitalisation
in our harbours
With the German Ports Secure Release Order, the collection processes are
of the German seaports digitised, standardised and secured.
German Ports Secure Release Order
German Ports: Our vision
German Ports is shaping a secure, transparent and digital future for container handling in German seaports. With a standardised digital approval process, we create transparency, increase security and create a reliable basis for future-proof port logistics.
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Digitalised exemption procedure in the German seaports is launched
The registration process for the digital exemption procedure, which will start on 1 October 2025 [...]
FAQ German Ports
German Ports is pursuing the goal of making the collection process for import containers in the German seaports of Bremerhaven, Hamburg and Wilhelmshaven more secure. A standardised, digital collection process is to replace the current exemption PIN with a pin-free, digital collection authorisation. A standardised process that is not only used at all locations, but also by all economic operators in the supply chain, should also strengthen the attractiveness of German seaports in international competition.
A basic monthly fee of € 60.00 per contractual partner (DAKOSY for Hamburg, dbh for Bremerhaven and Wilhelmshaven) is charged for the use of German Ports. In addition, the following costs are charged on a case-by-case basis:
- Creation of a collection right: € 0.80 per creation
- Activation of a pick-up right: € 0.80 per activation
- Forwarding a pick-up right: € 0.40 per forwarding
- Requesting a collection right: € 0.39 per exempted container
Further information can be found here: Prices - German Ports
To be able to use the new digital exemption procedure, companies can first register at Registration for participation in German Ports - German Ports register. They will then receive the contract documents. As soon as DAKOSY or dbh logistics IT receives these signed documents, the technical connection and activation on the web platforms (German Ports, IMP, BIT) can take place.
We recommend that freight forwarders and transport companies allow sufficient time to realise the IT setup and try out the new processes as part of the test phase. The prerequisite for a successful implementation process is that the companies have first harmonised their internal processes with the new exemption process. In addition, a central contact person must be appointed to coordinate the exchange of information with German Ports. Freight forwarders with their own TMS can connect their interfaces (API / EDI) to German Ports. Here it is important to check in advance which adjustments are required in the TMS and to prepare these accordingly.