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From sea freight and air freight through time-critical express logistics to customs, clearance as well as warehousing and distribution: CGATE Marine offers integrated logistics solutions from a single source. Efficiently planned, precisely executed and transparently managed at all times — for smooth processes along the entire supply chain.
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Services – Complete Solutions for Maritime Spare Parts Logistics

When a ship is waiting for a spare part, it is not only the transport that counts — it is the entire chain. From procurement through storage, the right transport route and customs clearance to handover on board. Every link must work so that in the end you get what you need: your spare part, on time, at the right place.
At CGATE Marine, we do not offer you individual services, but a well-thought-out overall package. We master all disciplines of maritime logistics — from sea freight through time-critical air freight to express delivery, from professional customs clearance to strategic warehousing. And we combine these services so that they work for you. More than 40 years of experience in the maritime world have taught us what matters. We know which transport route is the right one, what customs documents must look like and where strategic warehouses make sense. We put this knowledge to use — so that your ships sail and your business runs.
Why One Partner for
Everything Makes Sense
Many companies work with different service providers: one for sea freight, one for air freight, one for customs, one for warehousing. That sounds like specialisation, but in practice it means coordination problems, loss of information and no one who keeps the overall picture in view. When something goes wrong, everyone points at the others.
At CGATE Marine, you receive all services from a single source. We coordinate, we communicate, we take responsibility. You have one contact person who manages the entire process — from the first inquiry to the final delivery. This reduces complexity, avoids errors and gives you the certainty that everything fits together.
Our Service Spectrum
We offer you five core services that we deploy individually or in combination — depending on your requirements:
Sea Freight
For plannable transports of larger quantities, we offer worldwide sea freight solutions with optimal cost-benefit ratios.
Air Freight
When time is critical, we organize fast air freight transports to all regions of the world.
Express Logistics
For particularly time-critical shipments, we offer express solutions with guaranteed delivery times and 24/7 coordination.
OBC - Onboard Courier
Personal and secure courier service for small express shipments worldwide.
Customs & Clearance
We handle the complete customs clearance for international shipments — professional, error-free and without delays.
Warehousing & Distribution
Through our network, you can strategically stock spare parts and retrieve them quickly when needed.
Sea Freight – Worldwide Transport
by Sea Route
Sea freight is the backbone of global trade — and an essential building block in maritime spare parts logistics. When predictability is given and large quantities or heavy components must be transported, the sea route is often the most economical and sensible solution. At CGATE Marine, we organize worldwide sea freight transports that are reliable, cost-efficient and perfectly tailored to your requirements.
What We Do for You
We coordinate the entire sea freight process: from collection at your supplier through container loading and transport to delivery at the destination port.
We work with renowned shipping lines and have access to regular connections on all major routes — from Europe to Asia, the USA, South America, the Middle East and beyond.
We take care of the booking, the documentation and the communication with everyone involved. You receive a complete package in which you have to worry about nothing — except telling us what needs to go where.
Applications: Sea freight is particularly suitable for plannable transports where time is less critical than cost. Typical applications are:
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Our Sea Freight Options
Depending on volume and requirements, we offer you various options:
FCL (Full Container Load)
You book a complete container exclusively for your shipment. Ideal for larger quantities or when you want maximum control over the cargo.
LCL (Less than Container Load)
Your shipment shares a container with other goods. Cost-efficient for smaller quantities that do not justify a full container load.
Break Bulk / Project Cargo
For particularly heavy, bulky or unusually shaped goods, we organize special transports outside the standard containers.
Your Benefits:
Cost-efficient solution for plannable transports and larger quantities
Worldwide connections on all major sea routes
Complete handling including documentation and customs preparation
Flexible options from part load to full container
Transparent prices with no hidden costs
Combinable with our warehousing for optimized supply chains
Air Freight –
When Time Is Critical
Sometimes sea freight is not enough. When a ship is waiting for an urgently needed spare part, when production deadlines cannot be postponed or when an emergency requires a fast response, air freight is the solution. At CGATE Marine, we organize worldwide air freight transports that bring your parts to their destination quickly and reliably — no matter where.
What We Do for You
We coordinate the entire air freight process: from collection through booking and handling to delivery at the destination.
Through our long-standing partnerships with airlines and carriers, we have access to capacity on all major routes — even at short notice and even in times of high demand.
We handle the complete documentation, take care of customs formalities and coordinate the onward logistics at the destination airport. You receive a seamless door-to-door solution — without gaps, without interface problems, without unpleasant surprises.
Applications: Air freight is the right choice when speed is the priority. Typical applications are:
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Our Air Freight Options
Depending on urgency and volume, we offer various air freight options:
Standard Air Freight
Reliable transport on regular scheduled flights. A good balance of speed and cost for shipments that need to arrive quickly but not immediately.
Express Air Freight
Prioritized handling and the fastest possible connections for urgent shipments. Shorter transit times through optimized routing and preferential treatment.
Charter and On-Board
For absolutely critical shipments, we organize individual solutions: from part charter through full charter to personal accompaniment by a courier who never lets the part out of sight.
Your Benefits:
Fastest transport option for time-critical shipments
Worldwide reach with access to all major destinations
Flexible options from standard to charter
Complete handling including customs and onward logistics
24/7 booking and coordination — even outside business hours
Real-time tracking for full transparency
Express Logistics –
For Time-Critical Shipments
Sometimes even standard air freight is not fast enough. When a ship is in port and every hour of downtime costs thousands, when a defective part paralyzes the entire operation or when a tight delivery deadline allows no delay, you need more than just fast transport. You need Express Logistics — a solution that knows no compromise. At CGATE Marine, Express Logistics is our supreme discipline. This is where more than 40 years of experience, a global network and absolute 24/7 availability truly show their worth.
What We Do for You
Express Logistics at CGATE Marine is more than just fast shipping. It is a comprehensive concept that optimizes all processes for maximum speed: immediate response to your inquiry, the fastest possible procurement of transport capacity, prioritized customs clearance, seamless monitoring and coordinated delivery — right through to onboard delivery directly aboard your ship.
Our team is ready around the clock. If you call us on a Saturday evening, we are already working on the solution early Sunday morning. We do not wait for the next working day — we act immediately.
This response speed can make the difference between a ship that departs on time and one that is stuck in port for days.
Applications: Express Logistics is used whenever regular transport routes are not enough. Typical applications are:
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Our Express Options
Depending on urgency and requirements, we deploy different means:
Express
Courier Services
Fast collection and prioritized delivery by specialized express providers. Ideal for smaller shipments with high urgency.
On-Board Courier
(OBC)
A personal courier accompanies your spare part on the flight and hands it over directly at the destination. The fastest and most secure option for absolutely critical parts.
Dedicated
Vehicles
For continental deliveries, we deploy dedicated vehicles when needed that transport only your shipment — without detours, without waiting times.
Charter
Solutions
When regular connections are not sufficient, we organize part or full charters by aircraft or helicopter. Not a standard solution, but sometimes the only one that works.
Next-Port-
Delivery
We synchronize the transport so that your spare part is at the port exactly when your ship arrives. Coordination of flight, customs and port logistics from a single source.
24/7 Availability –
Not Just Empty Words
Many talk about 24/7 service — for us it is reality. Our express team is staffed around the clock, every day of the year. We have established emergency processes that enable an immediate response: predefined escalation paths, partnerships with carriers available at any time and the decision-making authority to act even outside office hours.
If you call us at three in the morning, you will not be speaking to an answering machine, but to a person who can decide and act.
Your Benefits:
Maximum speed for time-critical shipments
24/7 response and coordination with no waiting times
Individual solutions instead of standard processes
Onboard delivery directly aboard the ship
Seamless monitoring and real-time communication
One contact person who manages the entire process
Customs & Clearance –
Mastering International Hurdles
International logistics means international regulation. Every country has its own customs regulations, import provisions and documentation requirements. What passes through smoothly in one country can lead to days of delay in another — if the documentation is incorrect, if the wrong procedures are chosen or if deadlines are missed.
What We Do for You
We handle the complete customs clearance for your international shipments. This begins with the correct classification of your goods, continues through the preparation of all required documents and extends to communication with customs authorities and final release. You have to worry about nothing — we navigate you safely through the customs jungle. Our team knows the particularities of different countries, understands the special requirements for technical ship spare parts and knows which procedure is the right one in each situation. This expertise prevents errors, saves time and protects you from unexpected costs or delays. Applications: Professional customs clearance is relevant for all international shipments — but particularly in the following situations:
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Our Customs Services
We offer a complete spectrum of customs services:
Customs Declaration and Clearance
We prepare all required customs declarations and guide your shipment through the clearance process. Import, export, transit — we master all variants.
Document Preparation
From the commercial invoice through certificates of origin to technical certificates — we ensure that all documents are correct, complete and available on time.
Tariffing and Classification
The correct customs tariff number is decisive for correct duties and smooth handling. We classify your goods professionally and optimize customs costs wherever possible.
Transit Procedures
When goods are transported through a country without entering free circulation there, we apply the appropriate transit procedures — from T1/T2 in Europe to international TIR procedures.
Consulting and Compliance
Do you have questions about customs regulations, free trade agreements or sanctions provisions? We advise you and ensure that your logistics are compliant.
Particularities of Ship Spare Parts
Technical ship spare parts are often subject to special regulations. Some parts require end-use declarations, others must provide certain certifications. For deliveries directly on board, special procedures apply, such as the so-called ship's supplies regulation.
Our team knows these particularities and applies the right procedures. We know which documents are required for which parts and how deliveries to ships in port are handled correctly under customs law. This special expertise saves time and prevents errors.
Your Benefits:
Smooth customs clearance without delays
Complete document preparation and verification
Expertise in technical ship spare parts and special maritime procedures
Avoidance of errors, additional claims and penalties
Optimization of customs costs within the regulations
One contact person for all customs questions
Warehousing & Distribution – Strategic Stocking, Fast Delivery
The best logistics begin before transport. Anyone who strategically stocks critical spare parts does not have to wait for procurement and long-distance transport in an emergency, but can react immediately. At CGATE Marine, we offer you a global network of warehouse locations that makes exactly this strategy possible: store parts where you need them — and deliver them at lightning speed when required.
What We Do for You
We offer you more than just storage space for pallets. Our warehousing is a well-thought-out system of strategic planning, professional management and fast distribution. We advise you on which parts to stock where, take over the complete warehouse management and ensure the fastest possible delivery when needed — right through to onboard delivery.
You retain full visibility at all times: through our own warehouse software, you can see in real time which stock is available where, when parts were moved and when replenishment is needed. This transparency gives you planning reliability and enables proactive action. Applications: Strategic warehousing makes sense in many situations:
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Our Warehouse Network
Through our network, we have access to warehouse capacity in all relevant regions:
Europe
In Germany, the Netherlands and Poland, we operate warehouse locations that enable fast delivery to European ports. From here, we reach Rotterdam, Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Antwerp and all other major seaports of the continent in the shortest possible time.
Asia
Through our partners in Singapore, Korea and China, we have access to warehouses in the most important Asian hubs. Singapore, as one of the largest ports in the world, is strategically ideal for the entire region.
Middle East
Dubai gives us access to warehouse capacity covering the Middle East, North Africa and the Indian Ocean.
Middle East
Dubai gives us access to warehouse capacity covering the Middle East, North Africa and the Indian Ocean.
Our Warehouse Services
We offer a complete spectrum of warehousing and distribution services:
Storage and Inventory Management
We receive your parts, check them for completeness and store them safely and in an orderly manner. Every movement is documented and can be viewed in real time.
Picking and Packing
When you need a delivery, we assemble the parts, pack them securely for transport and prepare the shipment. From individual parts to complex assemblies.
Consolidation
We bundle shipments from different sources, check them for completeness and deliver them in a coordinated manner. This saves costs and reduces complexity.
Distribution and Shipping
From our warehouses, we organize worldwide shipping — by sea freight, air freight or express, depending on requirements.
Inventory Management
We monitor your stock and inform you in good time when replenishment is needed. On request, we also organize automatic reordering.
Our Own Warehouse Software for Full Transparency
With our digital warehouse system, you have an overview at all times: stock, movements, delivery history — everything is available at a glance. You can place orders, track shipments and retrieve documents. This transparency makes you independent of inquiries and gives you control over your supply chain.
Your Benefits:
Faster availability through strategic pre-stocking
Global network with locations in all relevant regions
Professional warehouse management with real-time transparency
Flexible distribution by sea freight, air freight or express
Consolidation and picking from a single source
Scalable capacity that grows with your needs
What All Our
Services Have in Common
Whether sea freight or express, whether customs clearance or warehousing — certain qualities are something you always receive at CGATE Marine. These cross-service strengths are the foundation of our work and the reason why customers do not just give us individual assignments, but work with us over the long term.
24/7 Availability – Real People, Reachable at Any Time
The maritime world knows no business hours — and neither do we. No matter which service you need: we are reachable. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. No answering machine, no automated replies — but real people who listen, understand and act.
This availability is not a luxury, but a necessity. An emergency on the weekend, an urgent inquiry at night, a problem on a public holiday — all of this happens regularly in shipping. And that is exactly when we are there.
Global Network – Local Expertise Everywhere
From Hamburg, we manage a worldwide network of partners, warehouses and contacts. In Europe, Asia, America and the Middle East, we have access to resources and know-how. For you, this means: no matter which service you need and wherever it takes you — we can deliver.
What makes us special: our local partners are not anonymous subcontractors. They are long-standing cooperation partners who share our standards and know the local conditions. They speak the language, understand the processes and know how to act effectively on site. This combination of global reach and local expertise makes us fast and reliable.
40+ Years of Experience – Expertise You Can Feel
Our team brings an average of more than 40 years of experience in maritime logistics. This experience shows in every service we provide: in selecting the right transport route, in correct customs documentation, in strategic warehouse planning, in coordinating time-critical shipments.
For us, experience means: we have seen almost everything before. We know what works and what does not. We recognize problems before they arise and find solutions where others give up. You feel this expertise in every contact with us — in the right questions, the fast answers, the pragmatic solutions.
Personal Service – Your Contact Person for Everything
No matter which service you use: you have a personal contact person who knows you and keeps track of everything. No anonymous ticket systems, no passing from department to department — but one person who takes responsibility.
Your contact person internally coordinates all necessary steps, brings in the right experts and keeps you informed. You have a direct line to us — and we to you. This personal support builds trust and makes the collaboration efficient.
Integration Instead of Isolated Solutions
What makes CGATE Marine special: all our services interlock. Sea freight and customs, air freight and warehousing, express and distribution — we do not think in individual services, but in complete solutions. When you have a complex requirement that needs several building blocks, we coordinate everything from a single source.
This integration saves you time, avoids interface problems and gives you the certainty that all parts fit together. You tell us what you need — we take care of the rest.
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Whether an urgent ship spares delivery, a customs inquiry or a complete marine logistics solution — simply send us your request. Our team responds quickly and connects you directly with the right contact person.
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We are available for you Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. — for your ship spares and marine logistics.
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