Hapag-Lloyd Mandates Online DG Documentation for Bulgaria Exports

What Happened?

Hapag-Lloyd is mandating a new digital process for submitting Dangerous Goods (DG) documentation for exports originating from Bulgaria, effective 1 November 2026. Customers must use the online Booking Amendment Tool for all submissions, as documentation sent via email or other channels will be rejected. This process change requires shippers and forwarders to adapt their workflows to ensure compliance and avoid shipment delays.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 18, 2026
Effective from
November 1, 2026
Carrier
HLCU
Advisory category
operational_update
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs exporting Dangerous Goods from Bulgaria must adapt to Hapag-Lloyd's new online documentation process.
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