What dbh Logistics does

dbh Logistics IT AG is a German logistics IT company founded in 1973 and headquartered in Bremen, with additional offices in Hamburg and Dortmund. The company develops and operates specialized software for customs clearance, foreign trade compliance, multi-carrier shipping, transport management, and port operations, serving roughly 5,500 customers including international freight forwarders, customs brokers, manufacturers, retailers, and port/terminal operators across Germany.

The product portfolio is anchored by the Advantage suite (Advantage Customs for ATLAS-certified electronic customs declarations, Advantage Compliance for sanctions screening and export control, and Advantage Delivery for multi-carrier shipping with 200+ carrier integrations), the Fiduz transport management system for air and ocean freight forwarding, and the port-economy stack (ALPO for port operations, the Port Community System connecting Bremen/Bremerhaven/Cuxhaven/Wilhelmshaven, PRINOS for port rail, and PortServices for real-time port partner data exchange). All products integrate via certified plug-ins with SAP and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, support multiple EDI formats (EDIFACT, JSON, XML, IDOC, VDA, CSV, ZUGFeRD), and run on an ISO/IEC 27001-certified data center with optional cloud deployment.

The revenue model combines subscription-based software licensing with maintenance and support, implementation and consulting services, managed EDI services via the OSIS platform, and training through the dbh Academy. Distribution is enterprise sales-led with 24-hour inquiry response, supplemented by the SAP and Microsoft partner ecosystems, Microsoft Marketplace listings, and direct carrier partnerships with DHL and DPD. The company holds AEO, ISO 9001, and ISO/IEC 27001 certifications, and is privately held as a German Aktiengesellschaft without disclosed external investors.

Name

dbh Logistics

Legal name

dbh Logistics IT AG

Website

https://dbh.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

dbh Logistics IT AG, founded in 1973 in Bremen, provides SAP- and Microsoft-integrated software for customs clearance, trade compliance, multi-carrier shipping, transport management, and port operations to 5,500+ freight forwarders, manufacturers, and port operators across Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Software

NAICS

Support Activities for Transportation (488)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Customs Declaration & Filing (Import/Export Entry) Platforms (TLAEAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Customs Brokerage Workflow & Case Management Software (TLAEAOAH), Sanctions, Embargo & Export Controls (EAR/ITAR) Compliance Tools (TLAEAOAI), Real-Time Operational Visibility & Exception Management (TLAEAKAC)

Keywords

• Customs clearance software
• Transport management systems
• Port community systems
• Multi-carrier shipping software
• Trade compliance software

Headquarters

HQ city

Bremen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Software Licensing and Subscriptions: Software solutions provided as licensed products with maintenance and support contracts. Includes Advantage Customs, Advantage Compliance, Advantage Delivery, Fiduz, ALPO, Port Community System, PRINOS, and PortServices.
2. Implementation and Consulting Services: Professional services for implementation, configuration, training, and ongoing consulting support. Dedicated project teams handle setup and customer service support.
3. Support Services: Technical and specialist support for all products, available via phone and email with specialized teams for different product areas.
4. EDI and Integration Services: Managed EDI services providing structured data exchange between systems, reducing integration effort and ensuring reliable data flow.
5. Academy and Training: Training seminars, webinars, and information events for product knowledge and continuing education in logistics IT.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

dbh Logistics IT AG develops and sells logistics IT software for the international supply chain, including ATLAS-certified customs clearance (Advantage Customs), trade compliance and sanctions screening (Advantage Compliance), multi-carrier shipping (Advantage Delivery), air and ocean freight transport management (Fiduz), and port operations software (ALPO, Port Community System, PRINOS, PortServices, German Ports). The company also delivers certified SAP and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central plug-ins and managed EDI integration services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Advantage Customs: ATLAS-certified customs and foreign trade software for electronic customs declarations.
• Advantage Compliance
• Advantage Delivery
• Fiduz
• ALPO
• Port Community System
• PRINOS
• PortServices
• German Ports
• dbh Academy
• dbh E-Connect

Products and services

• Advantage Customs ATLAS-certified customs and foreign trade software for electronic customs clearance, covering all procedure areas of German customs administration including import, export, transit, and customs warehouse management. Used by customs brokers, freight forwarders, and import/export companies.
• Advantage Compliance Trade compliance software for automated sanctions list screening, export control, tariff classification, supplier declarations, and preference calculation. Integrates directly with ERP systems for real-time compliance checks.
• Advantage Delivery Multi-carrier shipping software supporting over 200 carrier integrations. Includes tracking, freight cost management, dangerous goods handling, and workflow automation for shippers and retailers.
• Fiduz Transport management system for air and ocean freight forwarding, offering centralized control of all forwarding orders and processes across multiple tenants. Used by freight forwarders and transport service providers.
• ALPO (Advantage Logistics and Port Organisation) Port operations software for efficient, secure, and transparent handling of port orders with template-based data entry and XML interfaces. Used by port and terminal operators.
• Port Community System Centralized electronic port communication platform for German North Sea ports (Bremen, Bremerhaven, Cuxhaven, Wilhelmshaven), connecting logistics, rail, and government systems for seamless digital information flow.
• PRINOS Port rail infrastructure software for planning, operational use, billing, and statistical evaluation. Provides real-time slot management and customer portal for rail operators.
• PortServices Real-time port partner networking platform enabling data exchange with all port partners through a single connection. Supports multiple data formats (EDIFACT, JSON, XML, IDOC, VDA, CSV, ZUGFeRD) and protocols (HTTPs, SFTP, FTP, SOAP, OFTP, AS2, KAFKA, EMAIL, JDBC).
• German Ports Digital container release procedure for German seaports, developed jointly with DAKOSY AG. Digitalizes, standardizes, and secures pickup processes for full containers in German seaports.
• SAP Solutions Certified SAP plug-ins and BTP add-ons for customs, foreign trade, and transport logistics. Includes modules for sanctions screening, export control, tariff classification, supplier declarations, preference calculation, shipping, export, import, and VAT ID verification.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Extensions Microsoft-certified extensions for Dynamics 365 Business Central covering sanctions screening, export control, origin/preferences, import/export declarations, tariff numbers, and shipping.
• Managed EDI Service Electronic Data Interchange service using OSIS (Open System Integration Server) for automated exchange of business documents (orders, order confirmations, despatch advices, invoices) between systems in real-time.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200 carrier integrations available in Advantage Delivery
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers41 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability2 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• traide AI GmbHcoreTechnology or Integrationtraide AI integration enables AI-powered customs tariff classification directly in SAP and Microsoft Business Central. The partnership provides automatic classification, increased legal certainty, and significant time savings for tariff determination.
• DSAG (Deutschsprachige SAP-Anwendergruppe e.V.)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerIndependent network for SAP user companies in German-speaking regions. dbh is a member representing interests in customs, foreign trade, and transport logistics.
• SAPcoreTechnology or IntegrationSAP Service Partner with certified plug-ins and BTP add-ons for customs, foreign trade, and transport logistics. dbh extends SAP systems with compliance and logistics functions.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft Solutions Partner with certified extensions for Dynamics 365 Business Central covering customs, compliance, shipping, and transport modules. Listed in Microsoft Marketplace.
• DHLminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDHL partnership for certified integration in Advantage Delivery. Enables seamless DHL shipping solutions for customers.
• DPDminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDPD Gold Partnership - highest DPD certification level in Advantage Delivery. Secure carrier interfaces for shipping operations.
• bremenportscoreStrategic or Co-development Partnerbremenports is the central point for the maritime industry in Bremen ports. They provide nautical-technical and ecological expertise for port projects domestically and internationally.
• Admija SoftwareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSoftware developer for customs, taxes, and transit in Czech Republic and Slovakia. Trusted by local and international companies as well as government institutions.
• Norbert TutschminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndependent business consultant supporting companies with authorizations, AEO certification, and building appropriate customs and export control organization.
• International Port Community Systems Association (IPCSA)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational association connecting port community systems globally. dbh participates in global network for port system interoperability.
• Bundesverband der Zollsoftware-Hersteller (BVZH)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGerman association of customs software manufacturers representing interests in customs software industry.
• Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGerman logistics association with headquarters in Bremen. Promotes logistics knowledge and networking.
• Open Logistics FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation promoting open standards in logistics. dbh contributes to standardized logistics data exchange and interoperability.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• DAKOSY AG: Hamburg-based port community system operator and customs IT provider for German ports; co-developer of the 'German Ports' container release procedure with dbh. Directly comparable in port communication, customs software, and carrier integration for German maritime logistics.
• AEB SE: Stuttgart-based vendor of customs, foreign trade, and logistics compliance software widely used by German exporters and forwarders. Closely comparable product portfolio (export control, sanctions screening, tariff classification) and target customer base.
• MIC Customs Solutions: Austrian provider of customs and trade compliance software with strong DACH presence and global rollout. Directly competes with dbh Advantage Customs and Advantage Compliance across customs declaration, tariff classification, and origin/preference management.
• Riege Software: German vendor of forwarding and customs software (Scope) for air, sea, and road freight. Closely comparable transport management system offering to dbh Fiduz, targeting freight forwarders in DACH and broader Europe.
• Softship AG: Hamburg-based provider of software for shipping lines, NVOCCs, and maritime logistics. Comparable to dbh's port and forwarding solutions with focus on liner operations and maritime document workflows.

Broad incumbents

• WiseTech Global (CargoWise): Global forwarding and customs TMS incumbent (CargoWise) with significantly larger scale and broader geographic footprint. Competes with dbh Fiduz for multinational freight forwarders seeking single-platform TMS.
• Descartes Systems Group: Global trade compliance, customs, and logistics technology provider. Overlaps with dbh's trade compliance and customs offerings as part of a much broader portfolio spanning multiple industries.
• SAP SE: ERP platform incumbent whose Global Trade Services suite and BTP platform compete and partner simultaneously with dbh's SAP plug-ins. Increasingly embeds customs, sanctions, and trade compliance natively.

Emerging players

• KGH Customs Services: European customs broker and trade services provider with proprietary digital customs tools. Adjacent competitor for digitized customs workflows targeting similar mid-market forwarders and shippers.

Regional players

• Customs Support Group: Dutch-headquartered pan-European customs broker group investing in digital customs platforms. Comparable customs-process focus but primarily Benelux/DACH regional presence, overlapping with dbh's core market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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