April 14, 2026
As one of Europe’s key maritime gateways, the Port of Hamburg plays a central role in international supply chains. Supporting cargo flows through this major hub, our German customs team ensures that shipments moving through Hamburg are handled with efficiency and full visibility.
From entry processing to final customs release, the team works with advanced digital solutions and one of the leading logistics and customs software systems, helping to keep goods moving smoothly while maintaining the highest standards of security, both physically and digitally.
Our work in Hamburg regularly involves:
With extensive experience at the port, the team continues to support customers whose cargo moves through Hamburg, ensuring a reliable and compliant customs process.
For all general customs matters in Germany please email: customs.de@mauriceward.com
The first ever ‘cargo only’ flight was recorded in November 1910 in the USA, using a Wright Model B aeroplane that flew 65 miles carrying a package of silk. The business owner used the pioneering transport more as a PR stunt to celebrate the opening of his store, with the bundle of silk cut into individual pieces and glued onto souvenir postcards.
As one of Europe’s key maritime gateways, the Port of Hamburg plays a central role in international supply chains. Supporting cargo flows through this major hub, our German customs team ensures that shipments moving through Hamburg are handled with efficiency and full visibility.
The German port system has recently transitioned to a new release process known as Secure Release Order (SRO). SRO is a new digital, PIN-free, mandatory process for import container releases at major German seaports: Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Wilhelmshaven, introduced to prevent container thefts and smuggling.
In a situation when aircraft is suddenly grounded due to technical issue every second of the technical issues has its effects. This is where MW France AOG services showcase their time-critical, high-impact solutions to manage the issues.
