HIGH VALUE

CARGO SECURITY

DB Schenker Secure Transit

When shipping precious metals, security isn’t just a feature—it’s the entire foundation. DB Schenker utilizes a global network of TAPA FSR-A certified facilities (the highest security standard in the logistics industry) to ensure your assets are guarded around the clock. Every high-value shipment is backed by advanced GPS tracking, active real-time monitoring, and dedicated team-driver convoys to mitigate risk at every transit point.

Our Features
Real-Time Vault-to-Vault Tracking

Eliminate the guesswork with active, real-time shipment monitoring. 

TAPA-Certified Global Security

Your cargo is housed and transferred exclusively through DB Schenker’s elite network of certified facilities.

Around-the-Clock Monitoring & Support

Our dedicated high-security support team is available day or night to provide real-time updates, handle urgent routing adjustments.

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Our Services

Services Tailored to You

At DB Schenker, we know that no two high-value shipments are identical. A private wealth repository requires a completely different security matrix than a remote mining operation or an international refinery. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all logistics. We build bespoke, heavily fortified supply chains designed around your unique operational demands, risk profiles,

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Secure Trucking & Land Transport

Our ground network provides maximum security for domestic and cross-border high-value transport.

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Expedited Air Freight

For urgent, ultra-high-value international shipments, our premium air freight solutions offer the shortest transit times.

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Insured Ocean Freight

When shipping large volumes of precious metal ores, industrial silver, or copper anodes, ocean freight provides unmatched economic efficiency.

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For overland long-haul routes, our rail network offers a highly secure and sustainable alternative.

About Us

Securing Global Wealth with
Century-Old Expertise

Founded on a heritage of elite freight forwarders dating back to 2000, we provide specialized, ultra-secure logistics solutions for the world’s most valuable commodities. By pairing deep industry expertise in precious metals with DB Schenker’s world-class global logistics infrastructure, we bridge the gap between high-security vaulting, international refining, and global markets.

We don’t just move cargo we protect wealth. Our end-to-end multi-modal network spans across air, land, and sea, ensuring that gold, silver, platinum, and raw mining ores remain within an unbroken, heavily fortified chain of custody from origin to destination.

Why Choose Us

When transporting wealth,
there is no room for error.

The Highest Standard of Security (TAPA FSR-A)
We don’t just claim to be secure; we are independently certified. Your precious metals route exclusively through facilities holding TAPA FSR-A certification—the highest security designation in the global logistics industry. Armed with biometric access, 24/7 CCTV surveillance, and fortified high-security cages, your assets are heavily guarded at every stop.
Unmatched Global Footprint
Smaller boutique couriers rely on third-party networks, creating dangerous hand-off gaps. Because we plug directly into DB Schenker's massive network of over 1,850 locations across 130 countries, your shipment stays within a single, trusted system from vault to destination. No loose links. No blind spots.
Total Visibility & Smart Monitoring
Keep eyes on your wealth at every mile. We go beyond basic GPS tracking. Every container and armored vehicle is fitted with active IoT sensors that monitor real-time location, light sensitivity (to detect unauthorized container opening), and electronic door-status logs. If a lock is tampered with, emergency response protocols trigger instantly.
Flawless Customs & AML Compliance
High-value shipping frequently gets flagged or delayed at borders due to improper documentation. Our dedicated compliance teams handle complex high-value declarations, international tax regulations, and strict Anti-Money Laundering (AML) legal frameworks. We ensure your bullion or raw ore moves seamlessly across borders without costly bureaucratic delays.
Comprehensive All-Risk Insurance
We provide ultimate financial reassurance. Every precious metal shipment we handle can be backed by tailored, comprehensive cargo insurance covering the full market value of your metals. From physical damage during transit to mysterious disappearance, your financial interests are 100% protected.
Bespoke Account Management
We understand that no two high-value shipments are identical. Every client is assigned a dedicated precious metals logistics specialist who personally oversees your route planning, risk assessments, and scheduling. You have a direct, single point of contact available 24/7 to handle your account with the absolute discretion and precision your assets demand.
FAQ

Everything You Should
Know About
DB SCHENKER Logistics

  • Shipping & Delivery
  • Tracking & Support
  • Billing & DocS
  • Shipping & Delivery
  • What types of precious metals do you transport?
    We transport investment-grade bullion (gold, silver, platinum, palladium), sovereign coins, industrial metals, and unrefined mining materials like dore bars and ore concentrates.
    Do you use armored vehicles for all land transport?
    Yes. All ground movements for high-value precious metals utilize specialized armored vehicles equipped with ballistic protection, dual-driver security teams, and constant satellite tracking.
    Are my shipments fully insured during transit?
    Absolutely. We offer comprehensive, all-risk cargo insurance tailored to the exact market value of your precious metals, covering your assets from the moment of pickup to final vault delivery.
    Can you handle international cross-border deliveries?
    Yes. Leveraging DB Schenker’s global network across 130 countries, we safely manage international secure transport via dedicated air, sea, and land freight corridors.
    What happens if there is an unexpected delay during transit?
    Your cargo is immediately rerouted or held at an ultra-secure, TAPA FSR-A certified facility under 24/7 armed surveillance until transit can safely resume.
  • Tracking & Support
  • How precise is your real-time tracking system?
    We provide active, continuous GPS tracking. Our specialized IoT sensors monitor precise location, ambient light changes (to detect box openings), and electronic door-status logs.
    Who monitors my high-value shipment while it is on the move?
    Shipments are actively monitored 24/7/365 by DB Schenker’s global network of secure Control Towers and dedicated high-security logistics personnel.
    How do I contact support if I have an urgent delivery issue?
    Clients have access to a dedicated 24/7 hotline and a direct account specialist, ensuring you can reach a human operator instantly at any hour of the day or night.
    Will I receive automated alerts during the shipping process?
    Yes. You will receive immediate automated notifications via email or SMS for key milestones: pickup, border customs clearance, transit updates, and final vault arrival.
    Can I integrate your tracking data into my company’s internal system?
    Yes, we offer secure API integration options for enterprise clients, allowing you to feed our real-time tracking and security data directly into your own ERP dashboard.
  • Billing & DocS
  • What documentation is required to initiate a precious metals shipment?
    You will need to provide a commercial invoice, a detailed packing list specifying weights/purity, proof of ownership or commercial intent, and standard high-value declaration forms.
    How do you handle high-value customs clearance and international taxes?
    Our specialized customs brokers handle all international declarations, duties, and strict Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance documentation to ensure smooth border crossing.
    Are your freight rates fixed, or do they fluctuate with metal spot prices?
    Our logistics fees are based on weight, volume, route security, and insurance value. While shipping rates are fixed upon booking, insurance premiums may scale based on current market spot prices.
    What payment methods do you accept for logistics services?
    We accept corporate wire transfers, established corporate credit lines, and specialized secure digital payment methods. All billing is completely transparent with no hidden security fees.
    Do you provide a certified chain-of-custody audit trail upon delivery?
    Yes. Every shipment concludes with a comprehensive, digitally signed chain-of-custody report, detailing every handler, weight verification, and timestamp from origin to destination.

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