Before you can enter the terminal, you need all of the following:
Safety Induction
Everyone visiting APM Terminals Gothenburg is required to complete the safety induction before entering the terminal. The course is available in Swedish or English and takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. You can complete this digitally or at Port Entry (see map).
Pass card/PIN-code
To enter the terminal, you need a valid pass card. At Port Entry you can apply for and collect your pass card, or a temporary PIN-code. Both pass card and PIN-code requires completed Safety Induction and a valid photo ID. PIN-codes are active for four hours, thereafter you must go to Port Entry to update it again. Learn more about Terminal Passcards and download an application form.
Visit code
Drivers dropping off or picking up containers at the terminal need a confirmed visit code, which contains information about your appointment. You get the visit code from your trucking company.
Safety clothing
Safety is our top priority, therefore every person in the production area must wear safety clothing, for his or her own security. Please make sure you have this before entering the terminal.
All drivers visiting APM Terminals Gothenburg needs to fulfill the following PPE requirements, this includes safety helmet, safety vest, and safety shoes:
• High-visibility clothing: Must have continuous reflective bands visible from all sides. Minimum EN ISO 20471 Class 2. Small reflective details only are not accepted.
• Helmet: Only approved industrial helmets (EN397 or equivalent) are allowed. “Cap helmets” are not permitted.
Drivers without correct PPE will be asked to use approved equipment. Repeated non-compliance may result in denied entry.
Drivers entering the terminal are required to proceed with the check-in process without delay. Upon arrival, the driver must use their access card to initiate the terminal procedure.
Taking breaks or remaining idle within the terminal grid area is not permitted. Drivers should ensure they are prepared to continue the process immediately upon arrival.
This policy is in place to maintain efficient terminal operations and to avoid unnecessary delays for other drivers awaiting service.
Trucks arriving at the terminal must be equipped with chassis that can be securely locked at each corner using twist locks.
Other chassis types are not permitted, and drivers with non-compliant equipment may be denied service.
This policy is in place to ensure safety and efficient operations at the terminal.
Please watch the short film below to familiarise yourself with how our new self-service gates operate.
Screens outside the gate show drivers how long we estimate that the assignment inside the terminal will take. The estimated TTTT time (Total Truck Turnaround Time) is automatically retrieved from our new Gate system every 30 minutes. The information will be displayed separately for Gate 3 and for Gate 4. For Gate 3, an average time for loaded and empty units as well as dual-moves (loaded + empty units) is shown.
All empty units for depot are delivered/picked up in Gate 3 (see map). Before delivery, empty units must be inspected at Conspect (see map).
Security In
Swipe your card/enter PIN-code to open the gate. Confirm your truck´s license number.
OCR In
Drive at constant speed through portal. The OCR will provide container number, ISO-type and placards to gate clerk.
Gate In Select lane for Empty, swipe your card/enter PIN-code. Enter visit code and confirm details. Follow the instructions on the screen. If problems occur, please contact the gate clerk through the intercom next to the screen.
Truck Grid
Proceed to an empty grid lane, turn off the truck and unlock twistlocks. When it is safe to load/unload, go to the booth and swipe your card/enter PIN-code to start the job. Remain in the booth until loading/unloading is complete.
For safe handling in the grid and to ensure that the driver is seen and safe, the driver shall move around the truck in the pattern shown in the image to the right.
OCR Out: Drive at constant speed through portal.
Gate Out: Swipe your card/enter PIN-code.
If something should go wrong
Switch on the orange lamp to notify the straddle carrier driver. Wait until the straddle carrier has reversed away from the truck before correcting the fault.
Loaded containers are delivered/picked up in either Gate 3 (see map) or Gate 4. Your trucking company will advise which gate your appointment is for.
Security In
Swipe your card/enter PIN-code to open the gate. Confirm your truck´s license number.
OCR In
Drive at constant speed through portal. The OCR will provide container number, ISO-type and placards to gate clerk.
Gate In
Select lane for Export/Import (Gate 3). Swipe your card/enter PIN-code. Enter visit code and confirm details. Follow the instructions on the screen. If problems occur, please contact the gate clerk through the intercom next to the screen.
Truck Grid
Proceed to an empty grid lane and reverse into place. Turn off the truck and unlock twistlocks. When it is safe to load/unload, go to the booth and swipe your card/enter PIN-code to start the job. Press the green button. Remain in the booth until loading/unloading is complete.
For safe handling in the grid and to ensure that the driver is seen and safe, the driver shall move around the truck in the pattern shown in the image to the right.
If picking up import unit, note seal number as this is required at Gate Out.
OCR Out
Drive at constant speed through portal.
Gate Out
Swipe your card/enter PIN-code. When picking up import units, seal number must be entered at Gate Out.
If something should go wrong
Switch on the orange lamp to notify the straddle carrier driver. Wait until the straddle carrier has reversed away from the truck before correcting the fault.
All container-, flatbed units and similar interlocked piles must be in compliance with ISO standard 668 and normative references including CSC (Convention for safe Containers) with valid ACEP to be handled as such unit according to the ISO standard 3874:6.2 (top lift spreader).
There could be exceptions in cases when combinations of container types, size, load design and operating condition could not be taken into account. Such situations should be specially notified and carefully evaluated by those competent to do so in order to decide whether a safe and satisfactory operation can be assured.
All and non ISO 668 standard units must be able to withstand forces similar to the ISO standard 1496.
If you are driving an electric truck, you will now be able to access the terminal via a ‘Priority Lane’ and you will be given priority within the terminal area.
To utilise this prioritisation offer, please follow the instructions below.
1. The driver enters the terminal through Gate 4 and proceeds to the designated EV lane.
2. The driver continues along the standard route and follows the green priority markings displayed on the roadway.
3. Upon reaching the designated area, the driver reverses the vehicle in an available parking grid and swipes their access card. The electric truck will then be assigned priority handling.
4. Once handling is complete, the driver exits as usual.
1. Föraren kör in på terminalområdet via Gate 4 och fortsätter till den anvisade EV-filen.
2. Därefter följer föraren ordinarie körväg och följer de gröna prioriteringsmarkeringarna på vägen.
3. Vid ankomst till det avsedda området backar föraren i en ledig ruta och drar sitt kort. Det elektriska lastfordonet tilldelas därefter prioriterad hantering.
4. När hanteringen är slutförd lämnar föraren terminalområdet enligt ordinarie utfartsprocess.
