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Count on us for your Time-sensitive Automotive Shipments

Whether you are shipping production or service parts, cars, trucks, or electric vehicles, a reliable and experienced shipping partner is a vital link in your uninterruptible automotive supply chain. As the German automotive industry gradually moves into a new, greener era, we understand that your transportation requirements will need to change. When this happens, MSC will be here to provide the fast, flexible, and transparent supply chain solutions you need.

 

 If you are looking to import or export parts or completed vehicles from Germany, contact us today to explore how we can help you find the best transportation solution. From reliable shipping, global network coverage, fast transit times, and exceptional customer support we have a full range for you to effectively ship your automotive cargo worldwide without fear.

  • Specially trained experts

  • Continuous investments in sustainable technologies

  • Tailor-made approach

  • Flexible short-term handling

Personalised, Professional Support

Our specialised automotive team at MSC Germany is committed to getting your automotive cargo where it needs to be safely and efficiently. Work with our dedicated Automotive Desk in Hamburg to take your shipping experience to the next level. This one-to-one communication ensures we create bespoke transportation and logistics solutions for you.
Whether you are shipping spare parts, motorbikes, e-mobility solutions, or oversized cargo, we will find the best way forward for your business.

Inland Transportation Solutions

We also offer overland transportation, logistics, and a growing portfolio of port terminal investments to our customers, allowing us to ship your automotive cargo worldwide, quickly, efficiently, and easily.

Beyond this, MSC currently offers 70 commercial intermodal services across Germany. These commercial services reach all five of the main ports in Europe: Bremerhaven, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Trieste. Whether you need your automotive cargo moved by barge, rail, or truck –
we will find a suitable solution that means an uninterrupted cargo flow.

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A Modern, Efficient Fleet

Shipping your automotive cargo with our modern, efficient vessels equipped with the latest green technologies can help you reduce your supply chain’s carbon footprint. Annually, MSC calls at 520 ports worldwide on 300 global trade routes.

For inland transport we partner with certified railway companies running their locomotives on 100% renewable energy. Our vessels also use shore power in German ports where available.

Because you Need more than
Port-to-Port Services

As a customer of MSC Germany, you benefit not only from our global coverage with fast transit times, direct port calls and the wide availability of equipment, but also from our additional products and services including inland transport, eBL, iReefer, Smart Containers, myMSC, Cargo Insurance/EPR, Biofuel, and our Liquid Cargo solution.

Automotive Shipment FAQs

Read answers to commonly asked questions relating to shipping automotive parts.

What Factors can Impact Automotive Shipping?

As the automotive supply chain is complicated, it’s crucial to partner with a transportation and logistics company that understands the industry and its challenges. At MSC, our specialised automotive team has years of industry experience, enabling them to identify and help you overcome any challenges that may impact your cargo shipment.
These include:
• Environmental responsibility
• Seasonality
• Time-sensitive delivery requirements
• Vehicle size and weight

What are some Automotive Logistics Best Practices?

Effective automotive supply chain management is key in ensuring that delays do not occur. Our experienced and knowledgeable team has been creating transportation and logistics solutions for the automotive industry for decades and understands the importance of always following best practices.
This includes offering:
• Container tracking to enable planning across wider activities within your business.
• Efficient transportation on land and sea.
• Utilising a wide range of technology to create a smooth supply chain.

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