Deactivation of the Downgrade to PIN Feature
Dear all,
as almost all terminals are now participating in the Secure Release Order process and the majority of relevant market participants have been successfully onboarded, the Downgrade to PIN function will be deactivated on a location specific basis.
The deactivation will take place on the following dates:
Hamburg: 09.02.2026 (Eurogate Hamburg, HHLA Containerterminal CTT, HHLA Containerterminal CTB)
Bremerhaven: 16.02.2026
Wilhelmshaven: Date to follow and will be published on the website
From the respective deactivation date onwards, container pick up will only be possible on the basis of a valid Pick Up Right.
The use of the PIN based procedure will no longer be available from that point onwards. However, PINs generated prior to the respective deactivation date will remain valid beyond the cut off date.
For HHLA Container Terminal CTA, the Downgrade to PIN function will remain available after 09 February 2026.
By deactivating the PIN based alternative, a uniform pick up process is being established, improving both security and traceability.
We kindly ask you to review your internal processes accordingly and to ensure that, from the respective date onwards, only digital Pick Up Rights are used.
Please also ensure that all existing legacy codes, namely the TR02 Trucker Code, CODIS Code and TR02 Carrier Code, are fully and correctly maintained in your German Ports account.
This is the only way to ensure that your processes can continue without interruption. Should you have any questions, our German Ports Support team will be happy to assist you.
About dbh Logistics IT AG
Since its foundation in Bremen in 1973, dbh Logistics IT AG has developed into one of the leading companies for software and consulting in the areas of customs and foreign trade, compliance, shipping and transport management, port management, SAP and cloud services. With its comprehensive portfolio, the IT specialist offers fully integrated solutions for reliably functioning logistics chains worldwide: its services range from strategy and process consulting, software development and implementation to support and hosting in its own ISO/IEC 27001-certified, secure and highly available data centres. In addition to its headquarters in Bremen, dbh Logistics IT AG is represented at 5 other locations in Germany. The company currently employs around 300 people, who are committed to more than 3,000 customers from industry and trade, freight forwarding and logistics, as well as shipping and harbours. Further information can be found at www.dbh.de
Contact person
Gerrit Naß, Team Leader Marketing dbh Logistics IT AG
Phone: +49 421 30902103
E-mail: presse@dbh.de
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About DAKOSY Datenkommunikationssystem AG
As one of the leading software houses for logistics, DAKOSY has been providing digital solutions for international freight forwarding and customs clearance as well as supply chain management for over 40 years. In addition, DAKOSY operates the Port Community System (PCS) for the Port of Hamburg and, through the allivate joint venture with Fraport AG, administers the Cargo Community System (FAIR@Link) for Frankfurt and Hamburg airports. All companies and authorities involved in import and export processes can use these digital platforms to handle their transport processes quickly and with maximum automation.
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Katrin Woywod, Press DAKOSY AG
Phone: +49 40 37003320
e-mail: woywod@dakosy.de