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02/07/2025
DACHSER Life Science and Healthcare Logistics receives GDP certification at four branches in the Americas

The logistics provider has completed successful audits for good distribution practice (GDP) in three countries throughout the Americas region. The branches in Atlanta and Chicago in the United States, Mexico City in Mexico as well as Campinas in Brazil have received the certification, ensuring that the local sites of DACHSER comply with the regulations related to safe and secure transport chains in the pharmaceutical sector.

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10/11/2024
DACHSER celebrates 50 years in the United States

DACHSER USA Air & Sea Logistics Inc., the US subsidiary of the global logistics provider DACHSER, has celebrated its 50th anniversary on September 16, 2024. Following half a century of being a constant in the US logistics landscape, DACHSER USA is looking into the future with a wealth of growth perspectives – locally in the Americas region and as an indispensable part of DACHSER’s global network. Furthermore, in an ever more globalized world full of new challenges for global supply chains, DACHSER USA will continue to be driven by the company’s core values as a family-owned business, with the principle in mind to remain a reliable constant for customers, employees, and partners alike.

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09/06/2024
DACHSER honored with the Sustainability Excellence Award

At the 12th Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit in Long Beach, California, USA, the international logistics provider DACHSER was honored with the Sustainability Excellence Award.

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07/25/2024
International experience at its best: introducing DACHSER USA’s “Transatlantic Trainee” program

At DACHSER, constant career progression and supporting the individual assets, interests and talents of employees are a central pillar of our corporate culture. With the Transatlantic Trainee program, DACHSER USA has established an opportunity that allows young professionals from Germany to transfer to the United States for a period of 12 to 18 months, at the base of an intercultural exchange program. With the stay of one of the first ever participants coming to an end, we are having a closer look at a unique journey and on future opportunities within the program.

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10/22/2024
DACHSER implements solution for economical driving

DACHSER is equipping its 200 vehicles in its own fleet in Germany with modern connectivity devices from ZF Friedrichshafen by the end of 2024. They enable drivers to optimize their driving style based on data, i.e. to drive more economically and thus also more environmentally friendly. In addition, DACHSER driver trainers train the company's own drivers and, in the medium term, those of its service partners to drive more efficiently.

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09/25/2024
Golden Week 2024 in China

From October 1 to October 7, 2024, most businesses and factories in China will be closed for the National Day Golden Week holiday. This extended shutdown in one of the world’s most important economies can significantly impact international supply chains. It’s important to start preparing early to minimize potential disruptions.

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08/27/2024
Innovation needs change

What is innovation? What does it mean for a long-term thinking family business like DACHSER? And what does it mean for the network? Thoughts from CEO Burkhard Eling.

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07/10/2024
DACHSER obtains TISAX® information security label

Following intensive preparation, DACHSER has obtained TISAX® Level 2 certification, meeting the automotive industry’s stringent IT security requirements. This internationally recognized standard for information security and data protection in the automotive industry is becoming increasingly important in protecting automotive supply chains against cyberattacks. TISAX stands for Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange.

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07/03/2024
DACHSER puts 15 electric trucks from Renault Trucks into operation on German roads

Renault Trucks and DACHSER are cooperating on the gradual decarbonization of road freight transport. In total, the logistics service provider is expanding its fleet by fifteen Renault Trucks vehicles. The all-electric trucks complete local and long-distance transport tours at seven DACHSER locations in Germany every weekday.

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06/24/2024
DACHSER USA expands branch locations in Miami and New York

In the first months of 2024, two branches of DACHSER in the United States have relocated to new facilities to meet the requirements of their current growth. The offices in Miami and New York are now situated in more strategic locations, in line with current customer and market needs.

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06/14/2024
DACHSER once again certified for pharmaceutical logistics

Independent auditors have once again certified DACHSER for the compliant transportation of life science and healthcare products. The branch in Shanghai is recertified according to IATA CEIV Pharma; the locations in Barcelona, Madrid, Mumbai, Frankfurt and the Head Office in Kempten, Germany, according to GDP (Good Distribution Practice). 

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06/06/2024
Impact of Red Sea situation on market dynamics

The situation in the Red Sea is not improving in terms of vessel security. The Houthi rebels are expanding their targets in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, forcing ocean carriers to further adapt and change their network to keep crews and ships save. This situation has led to a wide range of service changes and increased transit times, primary on the trades Europe to and from Asia / India-Pakistan-Bangladesh-Ceylon (IPBC) as well as the Middle East.

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06/04/2024
Global Groupage: When everything that belongs together, comes together

The world is changing constantly. As a result, markets are changing as well. Shifts in geopolitical power and interests combined with supply chains under almost constant strain highlight the need for new concepts. For logistics, this means achieving the best possible integration of global end-to-end transports and contract logistics solutions.

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05/29/2024
Management change at DACHSER in Chile and Peru

Effective April 1, 2024, DACHSER has appointed Eugenio Diaz Velasco as Managing Director for its country organizations in Chile and Peru. With a seasoned management background from several multinational logistics companies, he is responsible for the continued development of DACHSER’s local air and sea freight network in the region.

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05/07/2025
The new DACHSER magazine is here!

It should go without saying that the global community must take consistent action to protect the climate in order to safeguard the livelihoods of future generations. But a look at the news in recent months suggests that the issue of sustainability is no longer top of mind. For example, the United States is withdrawing from the Paris Agreement on climate change and focusing on fossil fuels. And the European Union is revisiting painstakingly crafted agreements on sustainability reporting obligations and discussing whether climate targets that have already been put in place might be too ambitious after all.

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04/03/2025
DACHSER grows through acquisitions

Global logistics provider DACHSER grew significantly in 2024, with sales growth of 13 percent lifting revenue above the 8 billion mark to EUR 8.027 billion. The family-owned company also recorded significant year-over-year increases in other key figures such as headcount (+3,300), locations (+56), and pallet spaces in its warehouses (+720,000).

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03/07/2025
DACHSER drives from Ireland to the European continent

DACHSER is utilizing its customs expertise and its leading European groupage network to introduce the new 'Smart Landbridge Connect' service. As before Brexit, the logistics provider is now once again driving from Ireland across the British landbridge to continental Europe. Compared to ferry connections, this route offers more flexibility, shorter transit times and more frequent departures. This makes DACHSER the first major logistics provider to revive this Pre-Brexit service.

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03/06/2025
DACHSER becomes logistics partner to Tafel Deutschland

Logistics provider DACHSER and Tafel Deutschland, an umbrella organization of food banks throughout Germany, have signed a cooperation agreement that will run until the end of 2027. As part of the collaboration, DACHSER will use the expertise and network of its Food Logistics business line to collect food donations from manufacturers and deliver them to the central distribution points of Tafel’s regional units.

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12/29/2020
Natural remedies on safe paths

Healthy international supply chains are vital to the pharmaceutical sector. In its collaboration with A.Vogel, a manufacturer of natural remedies, DACHSER has applied its own interdisciplinary, quality-driven consulting approach to designing and implementing a value-added logistics solution.

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09/06/2019
Incoterms 2020

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) will release new Incoterms 2020 around the 10th of September, providing certainty and clarity to businesses trading across borders everywhere. The new Incoterms will be effective as of January 1st, 2020. 

Every 10 years, the International Chamber of Commerce evaluates and revises the International Commercial Terms, better known as Incoterms, as a means of creating greater uniformity and effectiveness across the shipping industry. The latest version, Incoterms 2010, will stay in effect until January 2020.

What does "Incoterms" stand for?

It is an acronym standing for international commercial terms. Incoterms is a trademark of the International Chamber of Commerce, registered in several countries.

The Incoterms rules feature abbreviations for terms, like FOB (“Free on Board”), DAP (“Delivered at Place”) EXW (“Ex Works”), CIP (“Carriage and Insurance Paid To”), which all have very precise meanings for the sale of goods around the world. These terms hold universal meaning for buyers and sellers around the world.

The main Incoterms changes that are being considered are as follows:

The removal of FAS (Free Alongside Ship) as it is being used infrequently, separating FCA (Free Carrier) into two separate Incoterms, one for land delivery and one for maritime delivery and the committee is also considering bringing back the terms FOB (Free on Board) and CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight), instead of the FCA and CIP (Cost and Insurance Paid to) used for non-container shipments. There is also a debate about the creation of a new Incoterms called CNI (Cost and Insurance) to bridge the gap between FCA and CFR/CIF (Cost and Freight/Cost, Insurance, Freight). Currently, FCA includes the cost of international insurance on account of the seller-exporter, while CFR/CIF does not include the cost of freight. And lastly, to alleviate questions surrounding the party responsible for paying Customs fees, the ICC will evaluate the creation of 2 Incoterms to replace DDP (Delivered Duty Paid).

Other issues and updates being evaluated during this round include:

  • Transportation security
  • Regulations on transportation insurance
  • Relationship between the Incoterms and the International Sale Contract

We will provide another update once the official Incoterms 2020 rules have been announced by the ICC. Please contact us if you have any questions. 

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    08/25/2020
    Argentine & Chilean varietals continue their appeal to U.S. wine consumption market

    A glass of fine wine may be served during special events or sharing with friends or reading a book in a summer evening. Did you ever wonder how it gets from the vineyards in Argentina or Chile to your table in the United States? It takes a lot more than going to your local wine shop. In fact, it takes specialized logistics expertise and planning in order for it to arrive in its delicious condition.

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    06/24/2019
    A container security service offered by DACHSER locates stolen container with cargo valued at $500,000

    A container security service recently assisted the police in preventing the theft of a container from Port of Callao in Peru with contents valued at more than $500,000. Available throughout Latin America and the US, the container security service offered by DACHSER provides real-time cargo monitoring and data management, which is critical to protecting cargo from theft and damage.

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    09/05/2018
    DACHSER Americas relocates Regional Head Office

    DACHSER, one of Europe´s leading, family-owned logistics suppliers headquartered in Germany has announced the move of its Regional Miami head office to Plantation, a principal Metropolitan city in the Greater Miami/Fort Lauderdale area. The move took place on August 1.

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    11/13/2018
    DACHSER invests in its Karlsruhe, Germany location

    DACHSER is investing more than EUR 20 million in an expansion of its existing logistics center in Malsch, near Karlsruhe. Construction work on a new high bay storage facility covering 21,800 square meters and with approx. 43,000 pallet spaces is in full swing. The specially equipped facility is also designed to permit the safe storage of chemical products and hazardous materials such as paints, coatings, and adhesives. The facility will become operational in the first quarter of 2019.

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    08/02/2019
    Johnston Logistics to become DACHSER Ireland

    Two years ago, DACHSER acquired a majority share in Irish logistics company Johnston Logistics Ltd. The process of fully integrating it into the DACHSER network is now nearing completion with the rebranding and associated name change to DACHSER Ireland Ltd. DACHSER made the official announcement today at the transport logistic trade fair in Munich.

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    10/18/2019
    Incoterms 2020

    A new version of the Incoterms will take effect on January 1, 2020, and will include a number of changes. The terms of delivery issued by the International Chamber of Commerce regulate essential buyer and seller obligations in international trade, such as transfer of goods to the buyer, transport costs, liability for loss of and damage to goods, and insurance costs.

    With the adaptation of the Incoterms 2020 to current global trading practices, the new version is very up-to-date and practice oriented. The aim of the revision was to make the Incoterms clauses more user-friendly. For example, their presentation has been revised to make it easier for users to select the appropriate clause. In addition, the order of the clauses has been changed, and revised user instructions have been added to each clause.

    In terms of contents, significant changes have been made to the Intercoms 2010, in particular the following:

    • Different coverage levels in CIF and CIP: As in the past, the seller is still obliged in the Incoterms 2020 to take out transport insurance at their own expense in clauses CIF (Cost Insurance Freight) and CIP (Carriage Insurance Paid). In contrast to the Incoterms 2010, however, the two clauses now provide for different minimum coverages. The minimum coverage to be observed when the CIF clause has been agreed remains unchanged. The transport insurance to be taken out by the seller must continue to at least correspond to the coverage in accordance with the (C) clauses of the Institute Cargo Clauses or similar clauses (insurance of named risks). If the CIP clause is agreed, the seller must now provide insurance coverage in accordance with the (A) clauses of the Institute Cargo Clauses (all-risk coverage). Both the CIF clause and the CIP clause allow the parties to the contract to agree on insurance coverage that differs from this.
    • Inclusion of security-related requirements: Security-related requirements for the transport of goods have now been included in Rules A 4 and A 7 of each Incoterms 2020 clause. As with other the Incoterms clauses, it should be noted that the Incoterms clauses only directly apply to the parties to the sales contract and are not the subject of the contract of carriage.
    • The Incoterms 2020 contain regulations for transporting with one’s own means of transport in FCA, Delivery at Place (DAP), Delivery at Place Unloaded (DPU), and Delivered Duty Paid (DDP).
    • For goods sold under the FCA (Free Carrier) clause and intended for sea transport (such as goods in containers), FCA is stipulating a new option in the future. The buyer and seller may agree that the buyer shall instruct its freight carrier to issue an on-board bill of lading to the seller after the goods have been loaded. At the same time, the seller is obliged to hand over this on-board bill of lading to the buyer. This is typically done through participating banks.
    • Renaming of DAT to DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded). According to the Incoterms 2010 DAT clause, the seller delivered the goods as soon as they were unloaded from the means of transport at a “terminal.” However, according to the Incoterms 2010 application notes, the term “terminal” was not to be understood from a technical point of view but meant any unloading location. This fact was taken into account in the Incoterms 2020 by renaming the previous DAT clause to DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded) for the sake of clarity. That means that in the future, any (agreed) place can be the place of destination.

    The Incoterms apply between the parties of a (national or international) sales contract and address – but are not limited to – special rights and obligations within this contractual relationship. On the basis of a uniform definition guaranteed in this way, subsequent problems of interpretation or discrepancies between the parties to the sales contract are to be avoided. It should be noted that the Incoterms, due to their character as GT&C-like provisions, do not constitute statutory provisions and thus only become legally binding if they have been effectively agreed between the parties to the sales contract by means of a corresponding reference (for the Incoterms 2020, this is also possible before 1/1/2020). Irrespective of this, in individual cases conflicting statutory provisions still take precedence over an Incoterm clause.

    The Incoterms were revised by 500 experts from more than 40 countries.The clauses are recognized worldwide and are in use in more than 30 different languages.

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    06/21/2019
    DACHSER Air & Sea Logistics launches operations in Sweden

    DACHSER Air & Sea Logistics launches of an office for air and sea freight in Gothenburg, Sweden, which has the largest export harbor in Northern Europe. Sweden’s top exports include machinery and automobiles.  

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    09/20/2019
    Plan ahead for the Golden Week holidays in China

    China celebrates its National Day on October 1, followed by a week-long holiday. During the Golden Week from October 1 to 7, many businesses will be closed; factories and production sites will stop their operations. Some of them may resume work later than the official holidays.

    Therefore, the pre-holiday period is busy for logistics and transportation, as factories tend to speed up their production before the holiday starts. In terms of air and sea freight transportation, space will be getting tight; trucking services will also be in a great demand.

    It is important to plan ahead in order to keep your supply chain uninterrupted.

    • Impact on sea freight

    Most of the sea freight carriers have blank sailings not only during the Golden Week period, but also before and after the holidays to adjust their services in accordance with the weak market demand.

    Some carriers implement westbound blank sailings as early as week 39. In general, there are blank sailings in week 40 and 41; sailing schedule gradually resumes normal in week 43. It is suggested to place your booking as soon as possible to avoid additional cost and to secure space. Please be aware of the booking cut off time.

    You are welcome to get in touch with your DACHSER representative for updates on particular routes and discuss your planning.

    • Impact on air freight

    During the holiday period, air freight operations in local branches will be either closed or operating with very limited manpower.

    For air import, only pre-booked shipment will be handled, please arrange the arrival date as early as September 25 in order to have enough time for customs clearance.

    For air export, air freight space will be very tight and shipping equipment will be in great demand during the pre-holiday period. Please confirm with your local DACHSER representative for a precise cut off time.

    • DACHSER Branches in China

    DACHSER branches in China will be closed from October 1 to 7, and resume work on October 8.

    If you have urgent shipment or wish to discuss any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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