Import and Export Between Germany and Switzerland
Secure transportation solutions for high-end industrial parts, specialty metals, pharmaceuticals, and regulated goods
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Germany and Switzerland are linked by strong industrial trade ties. Machinery, medications, specialty metals, medical devices, chemicals, and precision parts are transported daily in both directions.
STAR Logistique is the ideal partner for the secure import and export of high-end industrial parts and specialty metals between Germany and Switzerland. The company organizes cross-border shipments of high-value and confidential goods, including secure transport, discreet route planning, and controlled access to the goods.
Temperature-controlled pharmaceutical shipments, including customs clearance, are also part of its range of services. STAR Logistique coordinates refrigerated transport, temperature monitoring, document verification, and cross-border customs procedures for medications, vaccines, samples, and laboratory products.
Secure Transport
With experience dating back to 1988, STAR Logistique ensures the discreet transport of your valuable goods.
Logistics
Our teams prepare e-commerce orders, label them, pack them, and ship them to Switzerland, Europe, and beyond.
Warehousing
Our warehousing solutions in Geneva, Switzerland, and neighboring France offer a tailored solution for trade between Europe and Switzerland.
Customs Clearance
Our customs solutions facilitate your trade with Switzerland, including VAT, tax representation, and commercial domiciliation.
Schedule a shipment directly between Germany and Switzerland
Switzerland is not part of the European Union. Therefore, any shipment between Germany and Switzerland requires coordinated export and import formalities.
STAR Logistique supports manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and importers in the following areas:
- One-time deliveries and regular transport routes
- Urgent shipments and critical replacement parts
- Temperature-controlled pharmaceutical and laboratory shipments
- Secure transport of high-value goods
- ADR shipments and chemicals
- Returns, repairs, and temporary imports
- Customs declarations, shipping documents, and tax matters
Transportation planning takes into account the route, delivery time, type of goods, their value, temperature requirements, and responsibilities according to the agreed-upon Incoterm.
Transportation solutions for every type of cargo
Type of Cargo
Typical Requirements
Protection and Transportation
Customs Services
Industrial Parts and Specialty Metals
High-value goods, confidential information, strict delivery deadlines
Secure vehicles as needed, controlled access, direct transport, and geolocation
Descriptions of goods, values, certificates of origin, and import or export documents
Pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and samples
Controlled temperature, documented transport conditions, and short delivery times
Temperature-controlled transport, monitoring, temperature protocols, as well as refrigerated storage or cross-docking
Temperature-controlled transport, monitoring, temperature protocols, as well as refrigerated storage or cross-docking
Medical and laboratory equipment
Sensitive equipment, agreed-upon installation or maintenance dates
Direct shipments, minimal handling, and careful handling of goods
Shipping documents, cargo classification, and coordination with customs partners
Chemicals and ADR-regulated goods
Classification of dangerous goods, approved packaging, and accompanying documents
ADR-compliant organization and verification of shipping information
Classification, dangerous goods data, and required customs documents
Returns and Goods for Repair
Temporary Movement of Goods, Warranty Claims, or Repairs
Pickup from the Customer or Supplier and Coordinated Return
Documents Related to Repair, Processing, Transformation, or Re-export
Secure transportation for industrial parts and specialty metals
High-end industrial parts, specialty metals, and precision components require protection at every stage of transport. This includes pickup, temporary storage, customs clearance, and delivery.
STAR Logistique organizes secure transportation for:
- precious metals
- titanium and high-performance alloys
- specialty steels
- nickel- or cobalt-based products
- metal powders and semi-finished products
- machined metal parts
- machinery and production equipment
- Engines, pumps, and technical systems
- Precision tools and measuring instruments
- Confidential components and prototypes
Depending on the shipment’s risk profile, the following measures may be implemented:
- Secure or armored vehicles as needed
- Confidential route planning
- Continuous geolocation
- Restricted-access cargo handling
- Staff trained in risk management
- Direct transport with few or no transshipments
- Customized insurance solutions
Learn more about secure transport.
Transportation planning takes into account the value of the goods, packaging, confidentiality, and the shipper’s requirements. This helps control access to the shipment and reduce the risk of loss, tampering, or unnecessary delays.
Pharmaceutical, Cold Chain, and Laboratory Logistics
Pharmaceutical products, vaccines, biological samples, and laboratory products must remain within specified temperature ranges throughout transport.
STAR Logistique organizes temperature-controlled transport for:
- Medications and vaccines
- Active pharmaceutical ingredients
- Biological and clinical samples
- Reagents and laboratory products
- Products intended for clinical trials
- Temperature-sensitive medical devices
- Research and development equipment
- Cosmetic and biotechnology products
Depending on the product, temperature control can be maintained within the positive refrigeration range or down to −20 °C. The exact specifications are defined prior to pickup based on the product’s characteristics and the client’s requirements.
Cold chain management includes:
- Temperature-controlled storage
- Refrigerated transport and cross-docking
- Continuous temperature monitoring
- Temperature reports throughout the supply chain
- Coordination of transfers between the shipper, carrier, and recipient
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In the event of a temperature deviation, the available measurement data must be verified, and the course of action must be agreed upon with the shipper. The final decision regarding acceptance of the product rests with the responsible shipper or recipient.
FAQ about transportation between Germany and Switzerland
STAR Logistique organizes secure domestic and cross-border transport for high-value goods, including specialty metals, precision parts, prototypes, and confidential components. Depending on the level of risk, we use secure or armored vehicles, confidential routes, continuous GPS tracking, restricted-access handling, and trained personnel.
Access to the shipment is restricted throughout the entire transport chain. Routes, vehicle type, cargo transfers, geolocation, and insurance are planned based on the value of the goods and security requirements. Specific measures are agreed upon with the client prior to pickup.
STAR Logistique organizes refrigerated transport, temperature-controlled storage, cross-docking, and the transport of medications, vaccines, biological samples, reagents, medical devices, and research materials. Depending on the product, positive temperature ranges or temperatures as low as −20 °C are specified.
Temperature-controlled shipments are monitored using tracking systems. Transport conditions are recorded throughout the supply chain and compared to product specifications upon pickup and delivery.
STAR Logistique can coordinate customs declarations, transport documents, commercial and pro forma invoices, tax representation, VAT-related matters, and transit assistance. The exact scope of services depends on the mode of transport, the Incoterm, and the agreement reached with the client.
For critical spare parts, maintenance parts, and medical products, scheduled transportation with fixed pickup and delivery time slots is recommended. STAR Logistique then coordinates the handling of the goods, customs documentation, customs clearance at the border, and delivery with the relevant authorities.
Returns, repairs, modifications, and temporary imports require documentation describing the actual purpose of the goods movement. STAR Logistique coordinates the required information with the shipper, the consignee, and its customs partners.
A German-Swiss Partnership with a European Reach
STAR Logistique’s international transportation services connect Swiss import and export operations with other European markets. Shipments between Germany, Switzerland, France, Spain, and other countries can be integrated into a comprehensive logistics plan.
Imports or exports between Germany and Switzerland
Medicines, vaccines, machinery, spare parts, special metals, medical devices, precision components, and goods subject to the ADR require careful planning.
STAR Logistique verifies the route, delivery times, value of the goods, temperature requirements, safety instructions, and customs formalities, then coordinates the next steps.