Freight Services for European SMEs

TradeRoute EU provides a full range of freight forwarding, customs clearance, and logistics services for small and medium-sized businesses trading to and from Germany. Our Germany-based operations team handles every shipment with precision, ensuring compliance with EU customs regulations and delivering transparent, competitive pricing on every lane.

Whether you are an Asian exporter shipping to Germany, a European importer sourcing goods from China or India, or a manufacturer moving components across EU borders, we have the expertise and carrier relationships to manage your freight efficiently. All services are handled by our dedicated Hamburg-based team with direct access to the Port of Hamburg and Frankfurt Airport.

Air Freight

Time-critical shipments demand a reliable air freight partner. TradeRoute EU manages air cargo from major Asian hubs — Shanghai, Shenzhen, Karachi, Mumbai — to Frankfurt, Hamburg, and other German airports. We handle full air cargo handling (HAWB/MAWB), customs clearance on arrival, and final delivery. Whether you need consolidated LCL-equivalent air cargo or dedicated charter solutions, we provide competitive rates with full tracking. Transit times from Asia to Germany typically range from 3 to 7 business days depending on origin and service level. Learn more about Air Freight →

Sea Freight

Ocean freight remains the most cost-effective solution for non-urgent, high-volume cargo. TradeRoute EU offers both FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) sea freight on the major trade lanes: China–Hamburg, India–Hamburg, Pakistan–Hamburg, and intra-European container routes. We handle all documentation including Bills of Lading, ICS2 entry summary declarations, import customs at Hamburg, and delivery to your warehouse or end customer. Learn more about Sea Freight →

Road Freight

For cargo moving within Europe, road freight is often the fastest and most flexible solution. TradeRoute EU coordinates FTL (Full Truck Load) and LTL (Less than Truck Load) road transport across key EU corridors: Germany–Poland, Germany–Netherlands, Germany–Belgium, Germany–France, and Germany–Eastern Europe. We manage CMR documentation, NCTS transit procedures, and cross-border customs formalities. Our network includes bonded hauliers certified for customs transit. Learn more about Road Freight →

Customs Clearance

EU customs compliance is complex — and getting it wrong can mean delays, fines, or seized shipments. TradeRoute EU provides end-to-end customs clearance for both imports and exports through Germany. Our customs team handles EORI registration, ICS2 entry summary declarations, HS code classification, import duty and VAT calculations, and full export declarations. We are fully compliant with the EU Union Customs Code (UCC) and keep up to date with all regulatory changes. Learn more about Customs Clearance →

Warehousing

TradeRoute EU offers both bonded and standard warehousing in Germany. Bonded warehousing allows importers to hold goods in customs suspension — deferring duty and VAT payment until the goods are released for free circulation or re-exported. This is particularly valuable for importers managing cash flow or consolidating shipments before distribution. We also offer standard warehousing with value-added services including labelling, repacking, cross-docking, and distribution across the EU. Learn more about Warehousing →