Media Report

Zeebrugge Port’s “Trump Card” Distribution Program

www.shippingchina.com 2009-06-03 09:30:28

     Zeebrugge Port of Belgium is famous for its vitality and flexibility. At “Zeebrugge Port Commercial Function” hosted by Zeebrugge port and organized by SHIPPINGCHINA on June 3rd, Zeeburgge Port’s perfect distribution program won recognition of all delegates.

     Zeebrugge Port is located at the heart of the European consumer and production markets, which considerably adds to its role as distribution point. Since 2003, Zeebrugge is without interruption the largest car handling port in the world. More than 2,000,000 units pas through Zeebrugge every year.
The overall port competitiveness depends on various factors. What makes Zeebrugge so special? According to Zeebrugge Port Commercial Director, Zeebrugge possesses one major trump card, that is, Zeebrugge Port offers the market a ‘total concept’.

     Swift Transport Network

    On the Sea transport, Zeebrugge Port offers the wide range of both intra-European and intercontinental services.65 % of cargo flows result from intense trading with its neighbouring countries such as the UK, France, Germany and the Netherlands, Luxemburg. Its market penetration reaches further out to the North Europe covering Scandinavia, Finland, Russia through the Baltic. Its transport reaches to the south Spain, Portugal and Italy. To the east it reaches Austria, Tschechia, Slovenia and Hungary. On the landside Zeebrugge Port offers a variety of connections to the European hinterland by road, rail and (estuary) barge.
In order to do so, the port of Zeebrugge can rely on an excellent infrastructural network that serves its logistics. And this not only goes to the east but also to connect with the south.

     Transport Frequency and Various Connections to European Hinterland
As the most fast-growing ports between Hamburg and Le Havre, Zeebugge Port has the advanced infrastructure to accommodate ro/ro vessels and container vessels. Zeebrugge Port is s multi-functional port handling traditional cargoes, automotives, high and heavy cargo, dry and liquid bulk cargo and natural gas and providing series of logistic solutions.

     Adequate Warehouse Space

     Zeebrugge Port dedicates no less than 350 hectares to car handling

      Zeebrugge Port offer know-how 

      Zeebrugge integrates into the logistic chain by adapting or preparing a large number of car makes for the local markets. The car manufacturers have shifted added value to the ports. Hence, Zeebrugge houses many car centers which are involved in pre delivery and inspection, car processing, vehicle holding, post production option and direct dealer delivery. Almost 1,000 highly skilled people are involved in the automotive sector in Zeebrugge, guaranteeing the highest productivity. Zeebrugge handles no less than 7,000 cars/ha/year. Zeebrugge is a unique car hub for the world, bringing together maritime services, inland distribution, terminal handling and value-added services for both cars and High&Heavy roro equipment.

     Helping the clients reaching the market in a timely, efficient and cost effective way is major trump card of Zeebrugge Port.

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