Welcome to ShipRush's GLS Germany integration. Below you'll find an overview of the GLS Germany shipping services supported by our application, along with brief descriptions to help you choose the best option for your needs.

Core Delivery Services

• GLS Germany Standard Delivery: Standard parcel delivery within Germany and to European destinations with reliable transit times.

• GLS Germany Express Delivery: Fast delivery service for time-sensitive shipments requiring expedited handling.

• GLS Germany Guaranteed 24: Guaranteed next-day delivery service within Germany for urgent shipments.

Flexible Delivery Options

• GLS Germany Flex Delivery: Flexible delivery service allowing recipients to choose delivery time and location preferences.

• GLS Germany Addressee Only: Delivery exclusively to the named addressee - no delivery to neighbors or substitute recipients.

• GLS Germany Addressee Flex: Combination of flexible delivery options but restricted to addressee only.

Time-Specific Delivery Services

• GLS Germany 08:00: Guaranteed delivery by 8:00 AM for urgent morning deliveries.

• GLS Germany 09:00: Guaranteed delivery by 9:00 AM for early morning requirements.

• GLS Germany 10:00: Guaranteed delivery by 10:00 AM for morning business needs.

• GLS Germany 12:00: Guaranteed delivery by 12:00 PM (noon) for midday requirements.

Specialized Services

• GLS Germany Tyre: Specialized delivery service for tire shipments with appropriate handling.

• GLS Germany Tyre Express: Express delivery service specifically designed for urgent tire deliveries.

• GLS Germany Tyre Flex: Flexible delivery options for tire shipments with recipient choice capabilities.

Weekend & Collection Services

• GLS Germany Saturday: Saturday delivery service for weekend convenience.

• GLS Germany Saturday 10:00: Saturday delivery guaranteed by 10:00 AM.

• GLS Germany Saturday 12:00: Saturday delivery guaranteed by 12:00 PM (noon).

• GLS Germany Pick and Ship: Combined pickup and shipping service for streamlined logistics.

Special Services & Requirements
- Origination: All GLS Germany services in ShipRush require shipments to originate in Germany.
- European Coverage: Standard and Express services extend to most European destinations.
- Time-Definite Options: Multiple time-specific delivery options available for business-critical shipments.
- Flexible Delivery: Flex services allow recipients to redirect deliveries to alternative locations or time slots.
- Specialized Handling: Dedicated tire delivery services with appropriate equipment and handling procedures.
- Weekend Delivery: Saturday delivery options available for enhanced customer convenience.
- Collection Services: Pick and Ship service combines pickup and delivery for efficient logistics management.

Setting Up Your GLS Germany Account in ShipRush

To use GLS Germany shipping services in ShipRush, you must connect your GLS Germany account:

1. Go to Settings:

2. Click "Add Carrier" and choose "GLS Germany" from the list.

3. Enter Account Details:
   Provide your GLS Germany customer number and API credentials.
   You may need your GLS username, password, and business portal access information.

4. After entering your details, click "Save"

If you do not have a GLS Germany account, you can create one:

Creating a New GLS Germany Account

• Visit the GLS Germany Business Portal

• Register for a business account to access GLS shipping services and obtain your customer number and API credentials.

• Once registered, log in to your GLS account and locate your customer number and API credentials.

• Return to ShipRush and follow the steps above to connect your new account.

Note:
Some services (like Express, time-definite deliveries, or specialized tire services) may require specific contract terms or minimum volume commitments. For questions about account setup, please contact GLS Germany customer service.

How to Choose a Service

• Speed: For urgent shipments, choose Express Delivery or Guaranteed 24-hour service.

• Timing: Use time-specific services (08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 12:00) for precise delivery requirements.

• Flexibility: FlexDelivery services offer recipients control over delivery location and timing.

• Security: Addressee Only services ensure delivery only to the named recipient.

• Specialized Items: Use Tyre services for tire deliveries with appropriate handling.

• Weekend Needs: Saturday services provide weekend delivery convenience.

• Logistics: Pick and Ship combines pickup and delivery for streamlined operations.

• Budget: Standard Delivery offers cost-effective shipping for non-urgent shipments.

For more details on each service, visit the official GLS Germany website

If you have questions please contact ShipRush support.