Rostock, Germany
Air freight in Rostock
Ziem Logistics books air freight to and from Rostock via Rostock-Laage (RLG). We arrange pick-up and delivery in the Rostock area and prepare the customs entries before the cargo flies. For air freight to and from Germany we issue our own air waybills.
Airports, seaports and connections in Rostock
- AirportRostock-Laage
RLG - AirportHamburg
HAM - SeaportPort of Rostock
Rostock-Laage Airport (RLG) is a small regional airport, so most air freight from Rostock is trucked to Hamburg (HAM) or Berlin Brandenburg (BER), or to Frankfurt (FRA) for freighters. The Port of Rostock is one of Germany's main Baltic Sea ports, with frequent ferry and trailer services to Trelleborg in Sweden and Gedser in Denmark, and it handles bulk, project cargo and heavy goods. Deep-sea containers for the region generally move via Hamburg.
The A19 links Rostock with Berlin, and the A20 Baltic Sea motorway runs east towards Poland and west towards Lübeck and Hamburg. The port has rail connections for combined transport, linking ferry traffic from Scandinavia with destinations across Central and Southern Europe.
Operational logistics facts for Rostock
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Port of Rostock | Ferries and trailers to Sweden and Denmark, bulk and project cargo | Road-ferry connections to Scandinavia |
| Wind energy and crane manufacturing | Turbine components and crane parts | NFO and OBC for urgent service parts |
| Hamburg Airport (HAM) | Belly cargo | Main air gateway for Rostock via the A20 and A1 |
Industries in Rostock and how we support them
Rostock is a base for wind energy and maritime industry. Nordex produces wind turbine components in Rostock, Liebherr builds ship and offshore cranes in the port, and shipyards and maritime suppliers are active in the region. The port also serves agricultural bulk exports from Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight under our own air waybills via HAM, BER or FRA, Next Flight Out and On-Board Courier for wind turbine and crane spare parts, sea freight via Hamburg or Rostock, and import and export clearance by our own customs team.
Time-critical air freight in Rostock
For time-critical shipments we compare two options: Next Flight Out via Rostock-Laage (RLG) on the first suitable flight, or an On-Board Courier who hand-carries the goods to the Rostock area. In both cases the customs entries are prepared in advance.
Our own air waybills in Germany
We issue our own air waybills for shipments to and from Germany. We book directly with the airline, control the shipment data and can make changes without waiting for a third party.
Customs clearance in Germany
In-house customs team
Customs clearance in Germany is handled by our own in-house customs team.
For air freight to and from Germany we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Germany need an EORI number issued by German Customs.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport do you use for Rostock air freight?
Rostock-Laage (RLG) has very limited cargo services, so we usually truck air freight to Hamburg (HAM) or Berlin Brandenburg (BER), or to Frankfurt (FRA) for freighter routings. We decide per shipment.
Can you ship wind turbine spare parts urgently from Rostock?
Yes. For turbine downtime we offer Next Flight Out with customs pre-lodged, or an On-Board Courier for smaller components. Larger parts may need freighter capacity, which we check before booking.
Do you collect in Rostock, Wismar and Stralsund?
Yes. We arrange pick-up in Rostock, Wismar, Stralsund and across Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania through trusted road partners and deliver to the departure airport.
How do I get a quote for air freight to or from Rostock?
Send us the origin, destination, goods description, weight and dimensions. Our operations desk replies with a routing via Rostock-Laage (RLG) and an itemised quote.