Rotterdam. Breakbulk capital of Europe
The Rotterdam region is widely regarded as the maritime capital of Europe. But Rotterdam might equally well call itself the breakbulk capital of Europe too! The maritime and industrial ecosystems of the Rotterdam-region – spanning the area of Hoek van Holland to Gorinchem and everything along the Maas and Merwede rivers – have everything to offer that a proper breakbulk hub requires.
Rotterdam's port and surrounding areas contain, operate and manage facilities to handle any type, size or weight of breakbulk and heavy lift cargo. To maintain its competitive advantage, the local Port of Rotterdam Authority constantly invests in adding new facilities and modernising current facilities. This includes both physical facilities (e.g. storage, quaysides and loading devices) as well as maritime services and stimulative regulations.
Below, we highlight 3 major players with relations to the Rotterdam breakbulk industry.
Credit: © Thiemo van Dam
