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Kubota and Broekman Logistics open new state-of-the art location in Weert

Broekman Logistics and Kubota opened a new distribution centre in Weert on Friday 14 April 2023. In the presence of the Japanese ambassador, a delegation from Kubota and Broekman Logistics performed the opening.

Liebherr starts operations at Broekman Logistics in Born!

The operations for Liebherr at Broekman Logistics in Born have officially started.

Broekman Shipping supports singing event for Daniel den Hoed Family House

Thanks to the support of Broekman Shipping, Arjan Kruis from Akomar Shipping has already raised an amount of €7,000! 

A new beginning starts here!

The last of our Kubota machines have been moved from their previous home in Born to the new Broekman facility in Weert.

Reaching the world from Limburg!

This is the message of our new labour market campaign, which went live this week in the province of Limburg in the Netherlands.

Broekman Logistics strengthens partnership with A2B-Online

Starting this week, the number of A2B-online sailings from between Broekman Distriport (Rotterdam Botlek) and PD Ports (Teesport) will be expanded.

Mitsubishi Electric cooperates with Broekman Logistics

The German branch of Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V., subsidiary of the globally recognized leader in the manufacturing, marketing and sales of electrical and electronic equipment, cooperates with Broekman Logistics as logistics service provider to support  its distribution centres on the Dutch-German border.

Liebherr and Broekman Logistics sign long-term partnership for spare parts logistics services

Broekman Logistics and Liebherr Logistics signed a long-term partnership for value-added logistics services and warehousing at the BAUMA trade fair in Munich, past week.

Broekman Logistics extends its Tcertified status

As part of our Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) program, our Tcertification was renewed in August 2022. Every year, the organization Tcompliance conducts a comprehensive due diligence review (called Tcertification) of our company. 

Global Supply Chain Disruption: Challenges and Opportunities

Influenced by the Covid pandemic and its aftermath, including ongoing blockades in China, and the effects of the Russia-Ukraine crisis, industries and consumers around the world are feeling the impact of a global supply chain crisis. What will be the impact on companies operating in the NL-India trade corridor? Will this crisis offer new opportunities for cooperation?

Strong sales growth for Broekman Logistics in 2021

Rotterdam, 7 September 2022 -- Broekman Logistics, provider of global supply chain solutions, reports strong sales growth for 2021. 

Broekman Logistics extends contract with machine tool manufacturer DMG MORI

Rotterdam, August, 2022 –  Broekman Logistics has extended its contract with leading German - Japanese machine tool producer DMG MORI.

New office for Broekman Logistics Belgium

The International Freight Forwarding office of Broekman Logistics in Belgium moved to a different location within the Port of Antwerp. This is in line with the renewed strategy, where Broekman Logistics is going to focus, among other things, on expanding the internal freight forwarding globally.

Broekman Logistics updates strategy

Broekman Logistics, based in Rotterdam, updates its strategy to answer current and future demands from its clients and the market. By doing so the company aims to strengthen its position as a leader in the European and Indian markets.

Martijn Tasma starts as the new Director International Freight Forwarding at Broekman Logistics

As of April 1st, Martijn Tasma has started as Director of International Freight Forwarding at Broekman Logistics.

Holland Norway Lines appoints Broekman Logistics as its partner in the Eemshaven, Netherlands.

Last Friday, on the 1^st of April, Mv Romantika entered the Eemshaven. She will be prepared for the maiden voyage as roro and passenger ferry on the 7^th of April. Broekman Logistics will be the strategic partner of Holland Norway Lines in the port of Eemshaven.

Broekman Logistics rewarded with 2022 Silver Medal for Sustainability by EcoVadis

With a score of 56 out of 100 points, Broekman Logistics is in the top 11% of logistics service providers rated by EcoVadis. 

Extended cold storage for Blauwhoef warehouse

We tripled the cold storage capacity for our hazardous goods specialised warehouse in Antwerp.

Sandeep Tyagi strengthens the Global Reach of Broekman Logistics

Broekman Logistics’ team Global Networks is key in delivering our logistics services globally. This team ensures that our clients’ goods can be delivered anywhere, anytime.

BASF extends cooperation with Broekman Logistics

Broekman Logistics and BASF are partners for many years and have recently extended the contracts for the bagging and the filling operation we maintain at our sites in Antwerp.

Broekman Logistics appoints Nicolas Parey as new CFO

Rotterdam, November 8th, 2021 – As of October 15^th, Nicolas Parey (41 years) started as permanent Chief Financial Officer at Broekman Logistics. He assumed his role from Ulrich Steenken, who’s interim assignment ended as planned. Nicolas Parey forms the board of directors together with Rik Pek, Chief Executive Officer.

HG selects Broekman Logistics as a long-term partner

Rotterdam, 2 November 2021 – Recently, HG and Broekman Logistics signed a long-term agreement for warehousing & services in Venlo, the Netherlands.  

Kubota and Broekman Logistics strengthen their long-term partnership

Rotterdam, 21 October 2021 – Kubota and Broekman Logistics have been successful partners for over 15 years and have recently strengthened this partnership with a brand new, to-be-build location in Weert, the Netherlands.     

Offshore Energy 21 Exhibition & Conference

Broekman Logistics will again be at Offshore Energy this year, after a year of absence due to the Covid-19 restrictions. The exhibition will take place on 26 and 27 October in Amsterdam.

Farewell Dieter van Gortel

On Thursday, 30 September, Deputy Mayor Pieter Meekels of the municipality of Sittard-Geleen presented Dieter van Gortel with the 'Speld van Verdienste' (Star of Merit) for his major social contribution.

Broekman Breakbulk Terminals extend their ISO & ISPS certificates!

Broekman Distriport & Broekman Project Services had a successful ISO:9001 and ISO:14001 audit last month. The quality and environmental management system of the terminals have been assessed as effective, as a result of which the certificates have been extended.

Motrac shares customer case about Broekman Logistics in Venlo

At Broekman Logistics in Venlo, dozens of Linde trucks drive on the basis of a full service lease contract. Broekman has been working with Motrac Linde for many years. Recently they have asked us to participate in a customer case which they will mention on their website. Noud Prince, Operations Manager in Venlo, tells Motrac Linde why Linde was chosen and shares his experiences.

Broekman Logistics Europoort and Venlo achieve outstanding scores on March 2021 SQAS Assessment

Following in the footsteps of the 82% score from their colleagues in Antwerp, both Broekman Logistics Europoort and Venlo achieve a 20% improvement on their previous SQAS Assessment scores, resulting in an astounding 85% (BLE) and 88% (BLV) for the organizations.

Broekman Logistics India is now a GDP Certified Company!

Achieving the GDP Certificate means that we can now ship certain pharmaceutical goods that we were not permitted to do before, allowing us to further extend our capabilities and possibilities for our customers.

Green Machine

Our Distriport terminal is becoming even more eco-efficient with the addition of another electric truck, making our multipurpose terminals eco-friendlier and further reducing their environmental impact.

Broekman Logistics announces leadership change whilst staying the course

Broekman Logistics, the global supply chain solutions specialist, headquartered in Rotterdam, announces a leadership change. Sustaining its growth strategy and building on its 60 years of heritage, the company will further intensify its role as logistics services provider in focused end markets, such as the chemical industry and industrial machinery and equipment segment.

Broekman Logistics welcomes Alloga as their first pharmaceutical customer

Lately, the Pharmaceutical market has shown a significant increase in demand for storage of products which are not only classified as GDP (medicines and active substances), but also as dangerous (ADR) goods. 

 

Broekman Logistics IFF Germany one Year

Today, February 1st 2021, marks the one year anniversary of our International Freight Forwarding office in Venlo!

 

Sustainable breakbulk terminal operations - Kalmar & Broekman Logistics

Kalmar and Broekman Logistics announce contract extensions! “To prepare for the future and build a sustainable business, we are willing to invest in new equipment."





 

Broekman Logistics strengthens position in Belgian market as supply chain specialist with acquisition of Ipsen Logistics’ freight forwarding activities.

Broekman Logistics, the global supply chain solutions provider,  announces the acquisition of the Belgian activities of Freight Forwarder Ipsen Logistics.
 

Broekman Logistics and NKC bring 84 motorhomes back home

Broekman Logistics and UTURN make the next step improving the efficiency of container transport

“The implementation of UTURN will support us in optimizing the way we work with current and new transporters and increase the efficiency of our internal processes, paving the way for our ambitious growth”, Nadine Woord – Operational Manager Export Broekman Logistics

Broekman Logistics Czech Republic celebrates 23 years!

Broekman Logistics Czech Republic is celebrating 23 years of logistics services! 

Broekman Logistics in Top-15 of the Logistics Top-100

Broekman Logistics made a good step forward compared to last year's result. Resulting into being the Top 15 Logistics Service Provider in the Netherlands, as they climbed five places on the ranking.

Broekman Logistics Czech Republic continues logistics during challenging times

Broekman Logistics Czech Republic recently arranged transportation of heavy and oversized cargo for ENERGO-PRO.

Broekman Logistics Leadership Change

Rotterdam, May 1st 2020 -  Today Broekman Logistics announces an official leadership change in its senior management. Former Managing Director Forwarding & Shipping, Albert Hoek steps down handing over the helm to Rik Pek.

COVID-19 - Broekman Logistics Update

The safety and well-being of our employees, clients and partners are our main priority. We are available for any questions or support you might need generally speaking, but also regarding COVID-19. Currently, operational as well as practical requests will be handled as is.

Broekman Logistics Antwerp scores above average on SQAS

Antwerp, February 11th 2020 - Broekman Logistics scores above average on the SQAS-results from 2019. A beautiful compliment for Broekman Logistics Antwerp, which shows an increase of 17%, compared to the last test.

New Mobile Crane for Broekman Distriport

“We want our terminal to develop and grow continuously, along with the ambitions of our customers,” says Rob van Dijk, Director of Operations at Broekman Logistics.

Chemie on Tour: Safe techniques in chemical storage

Broekman Logistics announces it will be hosting an event for The Ocean Cleanup at its Distriport terminal

Broekman Logistics proudly announces that The Ocean Cleanup’s event regarding the launch of another plastic pollution invention will take place at our very own Distriport terminal, this Saturday, October 26^th.

Pulling the right strings

Broekman Logistics cordially invites you to attend the strategic thought leadership event: 'Pulling the right strings'. 

Broekman Logistics opens state-of-the-art bagging line for BASF in Antwerp

Antwerp, October 10th 2019 - Broekman Logistics festively opened the hypermodern bagging line for BASF today. In the presence of invited guests the bagging line was taken into operation. A milestone for Broekman Logistics in Antwerp..

Visit Broekman at Project Cargo Summit 2019

On the 11th to the 12th of September, Rotterdam will host the second edition of the Project Cargo Summit. After a successful edition last year, Rotterdam will be again the place for international specialists in Heavy Lift and Project Cargo! 

Worldportdays 2019

Experience the Port of Rotterdam during the Worldportdays. Get the true Breakbulk Experience during a tour at our Broekman Project Services Terminal, located at the Heijplaat. Learn from first-hand experience, as our experts will become tourguides for a day, and see what Breakbulk is all about.

Broekman Logistics reports strong top-line growth and significant increase of bottom-line results

Broekman Logistics, the global supply chain solution provider, headquartered in Rotterdam with branches in India, Czech Republic, Poland, Belgium, Singapore and China, reports a record year with a strong top-line growth from 188 to 200 million euro for 2018. Furthermore, the company managed to improve its bottom-line results as a result of investments. 

Broekman Logistics Market Update

Broekman continuous to strengthen its market leadership position in the storage of hazardous and non-hazardous goods. The past two years have been remarkable and to say the least, challenging, but as for now the results outstand expectations.

Broekman Logistics Exibition Overview

We would like to meet with you at one of the many exhibitons and summits that are attented by our experts. Get in touch with us, and set an appointment. We are ready to help! 
 

Broekman Logistics Will Attend Transport Logistics Munich

Meet Broekman Logistics, part of the European hotspot for logistics, at booth 207/306.

Broekman Logistics and Heylen Warehouses open an ultramodern warehouse in Venlo

Broekman Logistics Venlo is officially openened as of today! Read more about the brand new state-of-the-art warehouse on this page.

Broekman Logistics will attend Breakbulk Europe 2019

Broekman Logistics will again be present at Breakbulk Europe this year! The exhibition will take place on the 21^st, 22^nd and 23^rd of May in Bremen, Germany. The event is known as the largest in project cargo, breakbulk industry and offers connection with more than 11.000 different industrial professionals, including Broekman Logistics.

Broekman Logistics concludes integration of VLS-Group

Broekman Logistics announces a major milestone in the integration process of the former VLS-Group. As from today, the 2^nd of April, the location in Rotterdam-Pernis (NL) and the five Antwerp (BE) facilities operate under the Broekman Logistics flag.

Anticipating Brexit; Broekman Logistics creates additional Warehousing Space at its Rotterdam locations

With a view to Brexit the specialist in complex value added logistic solutions, Broekman Logistics, anticipated on the early delivery of its new Venlo facilities to create additional Warehousing Space at its Maasvlakte, Europoort and Spijkenisse locations.

Broekman Logistics at Breakbulk Asia 2019

It’s Breakbulk Asia time! On the 20^th and 21^st of March the Breakbulk Asia Exhibition takes place in the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center (SWEECC) in Shanghai. The location where Asia meets for new project cargo business.

Broekman Logistics will attend the European Coatings Show 2019

Broekman Logistics will be present at the European Coatings Show 2019 in Nuremberg, Germany. If you are experiencing any difficulties regarding your Forwarding or Specialty & Packed Chemicals logistics, visit our experts at stand 9-334...  

Broekman Logistics and STEP

Broekman Logistics started this year with favourable news, the signing of a contract with Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership (STEP). 

Broekman Project Logistics: Soluforce

Broekman Logistics and Soluforce, another great project for Broekman Project Services, the handling of two projects for Soluforce/ Pipelife at the Port of Rotterdam. 

How to optimise your supply chain and logistics after the Brexit?

Will it be a Brexit, a Brino (Brexit In Name Only) with a longer transition period or will the British go for a new referendum? Let's assume a hard Brexit. What should you arrange to ensure that your European Distribution concerns can continue to occur?

Are you a UK-based company currently exporting to Europe, or a non-European company, e.g. from Canada, United States, Japan, India, currently supplying the European market from a UK based EDC, than it might be a good alternative to transfer (part of) your stock to Continental Europe.

Broekman Logistics expands by opening its 15th branch in India

The year has just started and Broekman Logistics is already moving ahead, starting 2019 off with yet another memorable moment; the opening of the 15th branch in India.

According to Albert Hoek, Managing Director International Forwarding & Shipping, “this expansion means we further strengthen our position throughout India, providing tangible evidence for Broekman Logistics’ growth strategy.”

Read the full story here.

Broekman Breakbulk Terminals part of 'Breakbulkcarousel'

Rotterdam, just the container Gateway to Europe? If it is up to Broekman Logistics, that is not so self-evident.

Broekman Logistics' acquisition of VLS-Group's warehousing activities in the BeNeLux

Broekman Logistics, the Rotterdam-headquartered global logistics and supply chain solution provider, today announced the acquisition of the VLS-Group’ warehousing activities in Belgium and The Netherlands. With this purchase, Broekman Logistics further reinforces its market leadership in the warehousing, distribution and value-added logistics of packed and specialty chemicals in the BeNeLux.

Broekman Logistics strengthens position for European distribution in Limburg

Born, 23rd of November 2018 – As part of its BLUE4C strategy, Broekman Logistics once again strengthens its local presence in Limburg...

Black Friday at Broekman Logistics

Save USD 1540! From FOB Chengdu to Tilburg with a transit time of 16 days.
Instead of USD 3490, Black Friday special price: USD 1950 per 40'HQ

Safic-Alcan Necarbo & Broekman Logistics, celebrating 50 years of partnership

Operating as one team since 1968. Broekman is proud to provide warehousing & distribution services and adding more value added services through the years.Safic Alcan Necarbo continues to grow and so does Broekman Logistics, hoping to add more services in the future from our new warehouse in Venlo and hoping for the upcoming 50 years of cooperation to be just as successful!

Broekman Logistics Will be Attending 'Breakbulk Americas 2018'!

From 02- 04 October our Breakbulk team will be present at the Breakbulk Americas, at the George R. Brown Convention Center, in Houston, TX. You can find Broekman Logistics at the Port of Rotterdam Stand, number 925 where we see another great opportunity for our Breakbulk team to introduce people to the well-known ‘Broekman Personal Touch’.

WorldPortDays 2018: Energize - Broekman Logistics

This weekend 7, 8 and 9 September, Rotterdam will be all about the World Port Days (Wereldhavendagen). During these days Broekman Logistics will have guided tours at our very own terminal, Broekman Project Services. We are looking forward to meeting you at our terminal at the Heijplaat in the Port of Rotterdam.

Tickets have already sold out, but you can always contact Broekman Logistics and we will explain to you what breakbulk is all about! 

Broekman Logistics Amsterdam: Ready for Take-Off

On August 31, Broekman Logistics will open a new office in Amsterdam. Our Amsterdam office will now be located at the Fokker Logistics Park. We would like to welcome all those who are interested to celebrate together with Broekman and TV-Chef Miljuschka Witzenhausen at the grand opening this Friday.

Broekman Logistics is getting ready for the Project Cargo Summit 2018

Broekman Logistics is participating in the Project Cargo Summit in Rotterdam as exhibitor and official founding partner of the very first edition of this event.

On the 12th and 13th of September 2018, participants will have a chance to take a tour at one of our locations in the port of Rotterdam:  Broekman Project Services. It is also possible to visit our booth at the exhibition and find the best solutions for your complicated Project Logistics challenges.

MacDon selects Broekman Logistics as their prime partner for European Warehousing, Distribution and Assembly

Recently, MacDon and Broekman Logistics signed an agreement for the warehousing, distribution and assembly of MacDon’s agricultural machinery products in the European market. MacDon Industries have recently announced their ambitions for entering the European market. To upscale and accelerate these ambitions, MacDon have selected Broekman Logistics as their prime partner for logistics and assembly services in Europe. 

Broekman Logistics is participating in the Project Cargo Summit 2018

From the 12th to the 13th of September, Rotterdam will host the very first edition of the Project Cargo Summit – an event for international specialists in Heavy Lift and Project Cargo! Broekman Logistics is one of the exhibitors and official partners of this summit.

Broekman Logistics launches the Global Air Charter Desk

Hot on the heels of the dynamic shifts in Air Freight capacity and demand, Broekman Logistics introduces a dedicated Global Air Charter Desk to the benefit of its clients and partners. This new addition to the service package of Broekman Logistics is in line with the new course of the forwarding activities for Broekman Logistics.

Broekman Business Bites 2018

On Monday, 18th of June the very first edition of Broekman Business Bites took place! A group of 38 customers was attending the event, which started at Broekman Distriport.

Broekman Logistics continues its expansion with new warehouse location in Tilburg

Tilburg, 6 June 2018 – In addition to the recent expansion on the Maasvlakte – Rotterdam and in Venlo, Broekman Logistics has now opened a new warehouse location in Tilburg. The total warehouse capacity of 26.000 m2 is suitable for storing general merchandise.

Looking for a break at Breakbulk Europe 2018?

Broekman Logistics will have a booth during Breakbulk Europe 2018, from 28 - 31 May in Bremen Germany. We would like to meet you at our booth 802 , where our team of experts will be ready to answer all your questions! So are you ready for a much needed break between business meetings and conferences? Do not to forget to stop by our booth!

Broekman Logistics sets a new course for its Forwarding activities

The new course of its forwarding activities is the next step for Broekman Logistics, as the company finalizes its transformation towards a client focused, global supply chain solution provider. Exploiting the synergies between its three divisions and with the focus on Broekman Logistics’ global presence the company is set to meet the demands of tomorrow’s clients, today.

A2B-online container and Broekman Distriport start new short sea service from Botlek (NL) to Teesport (UK)

Short sea operator A2B-online acquired an additional container vessel to operate three departures a week from the Broekman Distriport terminal Botlek to PD Ports in Teesport.

Broekman Logistics and Heylen Warehouses start construction of logistics campus in Venlo

Broekman Logistics & Heylen Warehouses are to realise a 63,000m² logistics facility on the former DSM Pharma Chemicals production site. Stephan Satijn (alderman for Venlo) and Twan Beurskens (deputy for the Province of Limburg) gave the official go-ahead for the commencement of construction.

Broekman Logistics opens new warehouse Maaslvlakte

During the official opening of the warehouse in the Maasvlakte industrial area, the new BLUE4C concept was unveiled. With this concept, Broekman Logistics addresses four important trends in the field of warehousing & logistics, and takes the next step in the combined storage of hazardous and safe products at a single location.

Sea-Cargo reaches milestone of 2 million tonnage handled via Broekman Logistics in Rotterdam

Since April 2015 Sea-Cargo and Broekman Logistics started a close  collaboration. Investments in the past years, such as an the expansion in ship capacity of Sea-Cargo, resulted in this year’s milestone of 2 million tons of transshipments via Rotterdam.

New General Manager Heavy Lift Centre Broekman Project Services

According to Rik Pek, Managing Director Breakbulk Terminals, the expertise of Frenk will help with the realization of the objective of Broekman Project Services:

Project Logistics: Control Tower in actie!

Broekman Project Logistics recently executed a project from St. Nazaire to Rotterdam to ship 8 engines of 325 ton. The customer requested the shipment of 8 engines to a Northern European port, with the critical condition of inside storage.

Mv. Thorco Reef chartered by Broekman Logistics on account for LMC.

Lignes Maritimes Congolaises, also known as the Congo National Shipping Line, has chartered the mv. Thorco Reef for their service, in close cooperation with chartering & brokering of Broekman Logistics

Breakbulk Americas 2017

Broekman Logistics attends the annual event: Breakbulk Americas 2017 in Houston. The exhibition starts from 17th until 19th of October and it is the largest conference for both Americas about Project Cargo and Breakbulk.

Let's meet at Agritechnica 2017

Want to improve your competative advantage? Let us improve your ‘growth potential’. With Broekman Logistics you will be able to start or expand your European operations and concentrate on your core business.

Broekman Logistics attends Offshore Energy 2017

This annual event associates all kinds of business related to the Offshore energy markets like oil & gas industry, wind or marine energy.

Broekman Logistics invests in the future: Foundation of ‘Warehouse Zwitserland’

Today the beginning of the structural foundation for the expansion of one of Broekman Logistics’ terminal (Broekman Distriport) has started.

Let's meet in person at EPCA 2017!

Are you looking for a specialist in warehousing and distribution of packed chemicals? Broekman Logistics can provide European supply chain solutions to the chemical industry.

Broekman Logistics starts vlogging

Broekman Logistics starts vlogging, a nice oppurtunity to show the outside world what a ‘personal touch’ means. To show more of our brand, ways of work and to show our team, we introduce ‘Broekman Logistics vlog’.

Broekman Logistics attends China Machninex 2017

On 6-8 June this year. Polish producers will be able to acquaint themselves with the Chinese offer of the latest machines for food processing.

Transport & Logistic München 2017

Broekman Logistics is represented at Transport & Logistic in Munchen 2017 from 9 – 12 May.

Broekman Logistics attends FESPA DIGITAL 2017

Today and tomorrow, Broekman Logistics will attend FESPA DIGITAL 2017, an international fair for wide format digital machinery, consumables & inks, narrow format machinery and inkjet technologies.

Broekman Logistics supports BYD Forklifts in Rotterdam to serve European clients

BYD Europe BV (BYD) has chosen Broekman Logistics as its strategic partner for the warehousing and distribution of its range of pure electric forklift trucks.

When big needs personal attention

Broekman Logistics will have a booth during Breakbulk Europe 2017, from 24 - 26 May in EXPO Antwerp. We would like to meet you at our booth 121, Hall 4 where our team of experts will be ready to answer all your questions!

New location for ADR storage in Rotterdam

Broekman Logistics and Dudok Logistiek Vastgoed have established a new 12,500 m2 warehouse at Maasvlakte.

Broekman Logistics participating breakbulk in China 2017

Broekman Logistics is participating in Breakbulk China 2016. Breakbulk China is the largest conference & exhibition in Asia addressing the needs of the traditional breakbulk and project cargo industry.

Meet us at Fruit Logistica 2017

Broekman Logistics is visiting the Fruit Logistica 2017. The exhibition is from 8 till 10 February in Berlin.

Vote for Broekman Logistics: Dusk to dawn photo contest

Broekman Logistics is participating in the Breakbulk China photo contest: Dusk to Dawn.

Light-to-Light System live in Venlo