Smarter Imports in Action: Discover What’s Possible with Flowfox
For Ocean Carriers
For Importers
Seamless release management for ocean carriers
Automated Verification
Flowfox verifies B/L surrender and validates the importer’s authority (e.g., Letters of Authority) automatically.
Automated Invoice Process
Generates invoices instantly, customized with the references requested by the importer, and checks credit terms to determine payment requirements.
Instant Release
Issues release in real-time, integrating seamlessly with local protocols.
Streamlined drop-off approvals for carriers
Automated Assignment
Verifies and processes the requested drop-off change, ensuring accuracy and updating all necessary systems
End-to-End Transparency
Flowfox updates both carrier and importer systems in real time to reflect the changes, eliminating confusion
Reuse requests handled with precision
Automatic Processing
Evaluates reuse requests against container status and availability, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
System Updates
Automatically adjusts the container’s journey in the carrier’s system, reflecting the reuse request seamlessly.
Press release: Hapag-Lloyd, Kuehne+Nagel and Flowfox launch pilot to automate import container releases
Hapag-Lloyd and the innovative LogTech startup Flowfox start a pioneering pilot project set to redefine the global import container release processes. This landmark initiative will be initially launched in France with Kuehne+Nagel and in Germany with another major freight forwarder.
Instant Clarity for every importer
Simple Submission
Importers submit a structured container release request through Flowfox, ensuring all mandatory data fields are complete.
Real-Time Updates
Receive immediate confirmation of the release status and access the invoice in real time, with the option to pay instantly if needed.
Changing plans made easy
Seamless Requests
Importers request drop-off location changes directly in Flowfox with just a few clicks.
Immediate Responses
Receive instant confirmation of the updated drop-off location or alternative suggestions.
Instant Reuse Approvals, Zero Friction
Quick Requests
Importers request container reuse within Flowfox, specifying their requirements.
Real-Time Decisions
Receive instant approval or alternative suggestions based on availability and compliance.
Revolutionizing Importers Operations with Flowfox.
A benchmark study conducted in July 2023 with 111 import managers from over 10 leading importers across Europe revealed significant challenges in ocean carriers' import operations. Flowfox addresses these inefficiencies head-on with its solution. By automating the entire operational import container process, Flowfox bridges the gap between importers and ocean carriers, streamlining workflows and eliminating manual processes.
