Overseas logistics

Worldwide operation for you

You have the cargo – we deliver it to the exact location. Whether by sea- or air-freight, whether a consignment of 50 kgs. or 1000 tons, whether standard or project cargo. We offer you the full range of logistics from ex works to final consignee. Our excellent world-wide network and our joint ventures in Asia ensure that your transport order is executed fast, efficiently, environmentally-friendly and exactly.

Above the clouds: Air-freight

If speed is of the essence, air cargo is the first choice for global transports. Speed, though, does not have to mean unaffordable, and this we want to prove to you, as your specialist and neutral handling partner, by organising the efficient air transportation of your goods. Pickups, deliveries, customs handling, etc. – all part of our portfolio as a matter of course.

Transport by water: Sea-freight

To cut costs, to save the environment and to make perfect use of shipping space, we advise and support you in the transport of your sea-freight world-wide. From organisation through transport to processing both imports and exports we are there to assist you. Door-to-door services, both at home and abroad, including settlement of all customs formalities, are part of our daily business. In the area of general cargo shipments we cooperate globally with well-known partners. Whether it is commercial goods, personal effects or shipment of motor vehicles, we guarantee time-saving and flexible transportation.

We offer you:

  • FCL shipments (full container load): your consignment within whole containers
  • LCL shipments (less than container load): your consignment as general cargo

Our carriers

For us a good and trustful collaboration with our carrier partner is essential. As both freight forwarder and terminal operator in the Port of Bonn, we put a high value on neutrality as regards our range of overseas-carriers. In order to give you our utmost world-wide support we work closely with an agency network.

Special equipment

There’s no such thing as “Not” ‒ of that you can be sure. We ensure proper import and export transportation of your non-containerized overheight and/or overwidth cargo. This includes special equipment, stuffing and stripping as well as obtaining exceptional and special permissions. As a “non-vessel-operating common carrier” (NVOCC), we offer you our overseas services, including all liability benefits. Our house bill of lading (HBL) can be used as a straight B/L, order B/L, through B/L or combined transport B/L.

By the way, for us “no risk, no fun” is not something we believe in. We rely on a safe, plannable transport. As a precaution, we recommend taking out suitable transport insurance, such as indemnity for natural hazards like fire, explosion, lightning strike and general average, beforehand.


Door-to-door

Starting ex works abroad, your consignment is in good hands: Am Zehnhoff-Söns receives the cargo and arranges a smooth transport flow up until delivery to the final consignee. In conjunction with our container stuffing and stripping facilities we can offer warehousing and cargo distribution – no matter what the consignment size.

We attach importance to a good and trustworthy cooperation with our partner carriers concerning the oversea section. Thanks to our network of worldwide acting agents and partners we are able to manage your requirements proficiently all over the world – fast, efficiently and resource-saving.

Of course, we also support you in the processing of all customs matters.


Customs consulting and handling

Am Zehnhoff-Söns supports and advises you in the processing of all customs matters, like:
  • Import, export, transit
  • AES / ECS / AIS
  • Customs clearance in the seaport/fiscal representation
  • E-customs clearance
Our specialists are very experienced and settle all customs requirements. As ATLAS system users, we have at our disposal an IT-supported system which guarantees a largely automated process for cross-border transport.
Always and everywhere
available for you.

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Trier terminal

The flagship on the mosel:
multimodal terminal trier

Since January 2015 the Am Zehnhoff-Söns Group offers new attractive transport solutions on the Mosel with the terminal trier. Am Zehnhoff-Söns Multimodal Terminal Trier GmbH operates mainly on container services and a comprehensive door to door service. Since the region is linked to the new scheduled container service, it provided an additional boost to container transactions on the Mosel. Ship transshipment takes place 24/7/365. Weekly 4 arrivals/departures from/to Rotterdam/Antwerp via barge, weekly 2 arrivals/departures from/to Rotterdam via rail and additionally as from January 2019 weekly 2 arrivals/departures Antwerp via Rail. The range of service is completed by a two-weekly block train service between Rotterdam and the multimodal terminal Trier. The „Moselexpress“ starts in Rotterdam every Tuesday connecting Europe’s biggest container port and the Mosel area overnight.
  • 420 metres of quayage

  • Container bridge offering a lifting capacity up to 50 tons

  • Multi-purpose system for general and bulk cargo

  • Storage and transshipment space of 54.000 m²

  • Round-the-clock container handling 365/7/24

Multimodal container logistics

  • Container transshipment and trucking
  • Inland waterway transport
  • Container repairs
  • Rail transshipment
  • Container stuffing & stripping
  • Comprehensive Door-to-door service

Contact

  • Am Moselkai 4, D-54293 Trier
  • +49 (0) 651 200 625 0
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Conventional logistics:

  • Transshipment of bulk- and part-loads (steel, billets, rolled wire, gravel, sand, stones and a lot more)
  • Heavy-load transshipment or project consignment (more than 20,000 m² of heavy-load transshipment space with high point-loading capacity)
  • Outdoor storage
  • Goods distribution
  • Customs clearance

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Types of container & Solas

The different types of container

Containers are worldwide standardized boxes/units which enable easier handling as well as smoother transportation of goods. Most common ISO containers are 8 ft. wide (2.44m) and either 20 ft. (6.096 m.) or 40 ft. (12.19 m.) long ‒ hence the abbreviations TEU (twenty-foot equivalent unit) or FEU (forty-foot equivalent unit).

20'

Container

  • 20' Dry Van (20DV)

    Ext. dimensions: L 6060mm / W 2440mm / H 2590mm
    Int. dimensions: L 5900mm / W 2352mm / H 2395mm 
    Door opening: W 2340mm / H 2292mm

  • 20' Flat (20FL)

    Ext. dimensions: L 6038mm / W 2438mm / H 2233mm
    Int. dimensions: L 5638mm / W 2438mm / H 2233mm

  • 20' Hard Top (20HT)

    Ext. dimensions: L 6060mm / W 2440mm / H 2590mm
    Int. dimensions: L 5886mm / W 2342mm / H 2313mm
    Door opening: W 2336mm / H 2276mm
    Roof opening: L 5590mm / W 2208mm

  • 20' Open Top (20OT)

    Ext. dimensions: L 6060mm / W 2440mm / H 2590mm
    Int. dimensions: L 5900mm / W 2350mm / H 2370mm 
    Door opening: W 2340mm / H 2280mm 
    Roof opening: L 2230mm / W 5338mm

  • 20' Plate (20PL)

    Ext. dimensions: L 6058mm / W 2438mm / H 336mm 
    Int. dimensions: L 6058mm / W 2438mm / H 335mm

  • 20' Tank (20TK)

    Ext. dimensions: L 6058mm / H 2438 - 2591mm / T 2438mm

  • 20' Reefer Container (20RF)

    Ext. dimensions: L 6058mm / W 2438mm / H 2591mm
    Int. dimensions: L 5479mm / W 2238mm / H 2257mm

40'

Container

  • 40' Dry Van (40DV)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12190mm / W 2440mm / H 2590mm
    Int. dimensions: L 12032mm / W 2352mm / H 2395mm
    Door opening: W 2340mm / H 2292mm

  • 40' Flat (40FL)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12192mm / W 2438mm / H 2591mm
    Int. dimensions: L 11832mm / W 2228mm / H 1981mm

  • 40' High Cube (40HC)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12190mm / W 2440mm / H 2900mm
    Int. dimensions: L 12032mm / W 2350mm / H 2700mm
    Door opening: W 2340mm / H 2597mm

  • 40' High Cube Flat (40HCFL)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12048mm / W 2347mm / H 2265mm
    Int. dimensions: L 11652mm / W 2347mm / H 2265mm

  • 40' Hard Top (40HT)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12190mm / W 2440mm / H 2590mm
    Int. dimensions: L 12020mm / W 2342mm / H 2313mm
    Door opening: W 2336mm / H 2276mm
    Roof opening: L 11724mm / W 2208mm

  • 40' Hard Top (40HTHC)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12190mm / W 2440mm / H 2900mm
    Int. dimensions: L 12032mm / W 2352mm / H 2620mm
    Door opening: W 2340mm / H 2581mm
    Roof opening: L 11724mm / W 2212mm

  • 40' Open Top (40OT)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12190mm / W 2440mm / H 2590mm
    Int. dimensions: L 12029mm / W 2350mm / H 2380mm
    Door opening: W 2340mm / H 2276mm
    Roof opening: L 11552mm / W 2230mm

  • 40' Open Top (40OTHC)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12190mm / W 2440mm / H 2900mm
    Int. dimensions: L 12029mm / W 2352mm / H 2649mm
    Door opening: W 2352mm / H 2683mm
    Roof opening: L 11552mm / W 2192mm

  • 40' Plate (40PL)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12192mm / W 2438mm / H 609mm
    Int. dimensions: L 12192mm / W 2438mm / H 610mm

  • 40' Reefer Container (40RF)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12192mm / W 2438mm / H 2591mm
    Int. dimensions: L 11192mm / W 2286mm / H 2240mm

  • 40' Palletwide (40PW)

    Ext. dimensions: L 12192mm / W 2500mm / H 2591mm 
    Int. dimensions: L 11998mm / W 2420mm / H 2350mm

45'

Container

  • 45' High Cube (45HC)

    Ext. dimensions: L 13716mm / W 2438mm / H 2896mm
    Int. dimensions: L 13556mm / W 2345mm / H 2695mm

  • 45' Palletwide (45PW)

    Ext. dimensions: L 13716mm / W 2500mm / H 2591mm
    Int. dimensions: L 13556mm / W 2420mm / H 2350mm

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Solas/Containerweights

New rules for Verified Gross Mass (VGM) SOLAS

Since 01.07.2016 every export container must be verified weighted before shipment. This is mandatory according to the security agreement of SOLAS. (Safety of life at sea - UN Convention on ship safety) If at the time of “VGM cut off” the VGM has not been provided, a container must not be loaded. For more official information please see the website: http://www.deutsche-flagge.de/en/safety-and-security/cargo/containers/containers?set_language=en

What do you need to do since July 1st 2016?

The VGM details need to be provided to us sufficiently in advance of vessel loading. The responsibility for obtaining and providing the verified gross mass lies with the shipper.

How to determine the VGM?

The SOLAS regulations prescribes two methods by which you as the shipper may obtain the verified gross mass of a packed container.

  • As shipper you weigh the packed and sealed container using calibrated and certified equipment.
  • As shipper you add the weight of each package stuffed in the container, add the packing and securing material and add the tare weight of the utilized container. The method itself needs to be certified and approved by a national regulatory body.

An estimated weight is not permitted. The weight so obtained shall be submitted to us in writing signed by an authorized person. An electronic submission of the document is also possible. In any case it must be clear stated in the document that it is the VGM - Verified Gross Mass.

The Am Zehnhoff-Söns Group has own port facilities in Bonn and Trier with a calibrated weighing stations. VGM Container weighing can be arranged inclusive issuing accurate weighing notes for your export container(s).

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Service

Worth knowing & interesting

In our service section we deal with several topics. Would you like to log in to one of our partner portals? Or are you looking for current water levels? Here you will find the right links.

These pages also give you an overview of the different types of containers. It also gives all the information about our popular truck models. Enjoy browsing.

Types of container

More information

Download all important documents

More information


Current water levels

By using „ELWIS“ – the electronic water level information system – you can view current water levels.

Customerportal

Use our partner portal to find out about our most favourable freight rates via our electronic distance calculation software.

Login to Customerportal

Carrierportal

As our partner (e.g. carrier, freight-forwarder) you can easily report operational data via internet.

Login to Carrierportal


Actual Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF)

The calculation of BAF surcharge based on the gasoil index published by the Centraal Bureau voor de Rijn- en Binnenvaart (CBRB).

Current Fuel Surcharge (DS)

The current fuel surcharge is based on the published average price of Wirtschaftsverband Fuels und Energie e.V. (en2x) of the previous month applicable to the month following publication.

DS Bonn & Trier

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Intermodal logistics

Multimodal container logistics by Am Zehnhoff-Söns

Short distance by truck, long distance by barge or rail are two of Am Zehnhoff-Söns’ main focuses. Economical and environmentally friendly – these are the great advantages of our services in the field of container transport. With our effective and modern handling equipment like container gantries, multi-purpose cranes and reach-stackers we guarantee fast and efficient handling. A state of the art truck fleet, which is renewed regularly, completes the services offered by a full-service provider.

Our range includes:

  • Container-terminal operator
  • Container-trucking
  • FCL and LCL loadings
  • Barge transport
  • Rail transshipment
  • Container depot
  • Container stuffing and stripping
  • Short-sea transport
  • Inland waterway transport
  • Door-to-door service
  • Bulk-container
  • Container repair
  • Container lease and sales
  • Customs services

Bulk and inner liner

This special form of container is an alternative to the conventional silo truck but can be used very variedly and more easily. Today 20 ft. standard containers are increasingly being used for deep-sea bulk transport. For this kind of transport you need an “inner liner”, which is a flexible plastic container designed for bulk cargo by Am Zehnhoff-Söns and is certified. Distribution is to well-known shippers in the chemical industry. After once-only use the inner liner will be recycled, thus enabling our customer to dispense with expensive and cost-intensive packaging together and at the same time achieve higher payloads.

Flexible response –
the container depot and repair

Numerous carrier and container lease companies make use of Am Zehnhoff-Söns depot space. So they can respond flexibly to regional market requirements. By using the CODECO system our customers will be kept informed about current container levels daily.

Modern water-transport logistics –
Short sea shipping

By enlarging our service portfolio we now also offer short sea transport. The intermodal transport chain truck – barge – coaster in particular scores by reliability, huge capacity and environmental aspects. As a service provider directly located on the River Rhine we connect the Middle Rhine area with Europe.

Containerrental and -trading

We buy and sell all types of containers from 10 feet to 45 feet, from standard to special containers. Alternatively you can also rent containers from us at an affordable price, regardless of whether they are for your personal effects or the storage of an entire steel plant. We offer you a complete range of possibilities for storage in accordance with the goods being stored.

Rhine River Kilometer 658 –
lots of action at the terminal

Our terminal is located directly on the River Rhine. Thanks to modern, IT-supported gantry and multi-purpose cranes – all linked to a computerized storage location management system we guarantee a quick and save handling of your cargo. With more than 50 arrivals and departures per week from/to the seaports Rotterdam, Antwerp and Amsterdam the Port of Bonn offers an above-average sailing frequency. Due to short transit times we ensure that over 85 % of all containers are transported in the combined way.

To Bonn terminal

The Moselexpress –
All tracks lead to Trier

Fast and reliable for an optimal price. The Moselle Express transports containers by rail from Trier to Rotterdam and vice versa in 12 hours. You can reach Rotterdam’s deep sea links within 24 hours. Rotterdam’s ultra-modern terminals ensure fast and skilled handling of all containers. The last mile from Trier is optimised with smart logistics. This enables you to serve the large industrial area between Eifel, Saarland and Luxembourg with ease.

azs-moselexpress.de

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Conventional logistic

Active world-wide and renowned within the industry

With its many years of experience Am Zehnhoff-Söns covers the whole field of conventional logistics, using the latest technology and highly trained staff. Rely on our century of experience in transport logistics and look forward to a flexible and reliable collaboration.
  • 111

    Years tradition

  • 300.000

    TEU

  • 1.340.000

    tons handling

  • 130.000

    m² logistics area

  • >50

    barge and rail connections per week

  • 350

    employees


Going all ways:
Our fleet

Am Zehnhoff-Söns offers a fleet of truck tractors (exclusively EURO VI) and chassis, among other things Tautliners, telescoping trailers (24 m.), open trailers and gooseneck trailers. As a successful international operating freight forwarder with our own truck fleet, we transport goods ranging from general cargo to full truck loads. Do you expect the highest standards and maximum efficiency? Then we are the right partner for you. By the way, we are experts in the field of building construction and contract logistics. Am Zehnhoff-Söns’ own house fleet makes many things possible: environmentally friendly, reliable and always to the latest standards. Of course anybody can say that, but we prove it. We regularly renew our fleet by adapting it to comply with the latest environmental standards.

Overheight, overlength, overwidth?
special transports

The more specialized, the better, because your special loads are our everyday business. Whether it’s contacting authorities, transport security or choosing the right transport route, we smooth the way for successful shipment. To do so we make use of our own truck fleet, for which we have all the necessary authorisations.

Fast & efficient:
Our handling logistic

Latest handling equipment combined with manoeuvrable and flexible clearing equipment – that is the formula for successful and innovative handling at Am Zehnhoff-Söns. These factors guarantee a fast and efficient workflow both on quay as well as on-board ship.

Space for the essential:
warehouse logistics

As we are working with recent equipment and an IT-based warehouse management system, your goods are with us in good hands. At each location we offer modern warehousing. Placement in and withdrawal from storage can be undertaken fast and flexibly by our truck fleet.

Day after day
the best service.

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Am Zehnhoff-Söns GmbH
International Logistic Services

Port of
Bonn

Terminal Bonn

Hafenstraße 1
DE-53117 Bonn
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Tel.: +49 (0) 228 6893-0

Head Office and
warehouse Bornheim

Logistics center

Marie-Curie-Strasse 2-10
DE-53332 Bornheim
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Tel.: +49 (0) 2227 92007-0

Branch
Hamburg

Sales North

Sperberhorst 6-8
DE-22459 Hamburg
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Am Zehnhoff-Söns
Multimodal Terminal Trier GmbH

Port of
Trier

Terminal Trier

Am Moselkai 4
DE-54293 Trier
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Tel.: +49 (0) 651 200 625-0


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