Countries & regions
Heavy and out-of-gauge transport to the Netherlands
The Netherlands is the origin and destination of many project transports – via the ports and for chemicals, energy and plant engineering. Out-of-gauge and overweight loads need a Dutch exemption permit in addition to the German one.
What matters
- Own permit
- The Dutch exemption is needed in addition to the German decision.
- Ports
- Many project goods arrive at or leave from seaports.
- Bridges and waterways
- Movable bridges and canals shape the route.
- Intra-EU
- No customs between Germany and the Netherlands.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- Where in the Netherlands – port, plant, site?
- Dimensions and weight per piece?
- Is there a sea or inland waterway leg?
- What time window applies?
- Who is the contact at destination?
What we need from you
- Destination
- Dimensions and weight
- Time window
- Further transport legs
Preparation: You hand over the cargo ready for loading with known lifting points – dismantling, assembly and foundation work are handled by your team or your installation partner.
What we do for you
What we organise
- Feasibility check per project with questions on missing values
- Coordination of permits, escort vehicles, route surveys and lifting equipment via partners
- Quote with the agreed scope once the transport can be planned
Good to know
Planning from Berlin, execution with local partners – you have one contact for the whole project.
How it works
- 01
Request
You state the cargo, dimensions and weight per piece with units, rough route and time window – marking anything unknown.
- 02
Review
We check route and permit requirements in both countries and clarify partners.
- 03
Quote
After the feasibility check you receive a quote with the agreed scope, including partner services.
- 04
Execution
Transport with permits from both countries, handover at destination.
Questions and answers: Netherlands
Does a heavy transport to the Netherlands need its own permit?
Yes, in addition to the German permit a Dutch exemption is needed.
Can project cargo be brought to a Dutch port?
Yes, the road leg to the port is common. Further legs are set out in the quote.
Are there customs formalities?
No, transport between Germany and the Netherlands is intra-EU.
Request
Request for this topic: Netherlands
Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Destination
- Dimensions and weight
- Time window
- Further transport legs