At Royal Den Hartogh Logistics, we recently showcased our commitment to smart, safety-driven logistics solutions through a challenging operation in Brazil. One of our valued customers in the chemical industry faced potential production cutbacks due to critical space shortages and high tariffs imposed by carriers. This situation threatened not only their business continuity but also the opportunity for growth in a competitive market.
Understanding the urgency of the situation, our customer partnered with us for the first time to address their sea freight requirements. The complexity of their needs called for a solution beyond the ordinary – the safe and efficient transportation of bulk liquid chemicals using ISO Tanks. Our extensive experience and technical knowledge in managing ISO Tank operations were crucial in this operation.
Faced with significant initial obstacles, including a lack of available carrier space from Santos to Europe, we turned to our long-standing partner, Grimaldi. By leveraging our previous working relationship, we successfully negotiated favorable terms that not only offered competitive pricing but also secured the necessary vessel space, demonstrating our proactive approach and adaptability in dynamic market conditions. Our team coordinated every aspect of the ISO Tank shipment. This included arranging and positioning ISO Tanks at the customer's facility, ensuring compliance with international safety standards for transporting chemicals, and optimizing the loading process. Our goal was to ensure a seamless flow from factory to ship, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational continuity.
Despite facing numerous logistical and operational challenges, our dedicated team managed to streamline financial approvals and seamlessly integrate new carrier details into our systems, showcasing exceptional adaptability. This agile response enabled us to provide a rapid and effective solution, ultimately facilitating the successful shipment of 30 ISO Tanks from Santos to Antwerp within a tight timeframe and in a cost-effective manner.
Our customer was very pleased with the outcome, which not only met but significantly exceeded their expectations, thereby solidifying Den Hartogh’s reputation as more than just a service provider, but as a trusted partner capable of resolving complex logistical challenges through innovative, reliable solutions.
This operation is a testament to Royal Den Hartogh Logistics' dedication to operational excellence and our ability to deliver complex logistics solutions under pressure. It reinforces our position as a leader in global logistics, driven by over a century of experience and a profound commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
At Den Hartogh, we are more than logistics providers; we are partners in your success, ready to tackle the complexities of global supply chains with expertise and innovation. Contact us today to discover how we can enhance your logistics operations with our tailored, customer-focused solutions.
Intermodal transport is the preferred way to move freight over longer distances.
It optimally combines various modes of transport.
This method has proven to be a safe, cost-effective, flexible and sustainable way to ensure that shipments are efficiently carried to their destinations.
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Owning over 600 trucks, we can provide both regional as well as international transport.
So no matter where your products need to go, we’ll make sure they get there.
Every year, the fleet is expanded with dozens of high-standard new trucks, which are then provided with annual functionality updates by Den Hartogh’s dedicated M&R department.
