Discover Breakbulk Amsterdam
The port of Amsterdam is big in breakbulk: providing efficient and flexible customised solutions to all who need it. Discover Breakbulk Amsterdam.
Why should you choose Amsterdam?

Breakbulk specialists, related service providers, and product suppliers; all located in the same place and all fully equipped to provide service as required. That’s the strength of the port of Amsterdam. With years of experience in handling breakbulk, the companies in the port are highly innovative and provide state-of-the-art solutions to ensure the best service.
Breakbulk specialists in the port of Amsterdam
The port of Amsterdam is more than happy to help you locate the right partners. In this business guide (Portle), you’ll find all the companies based in the port of Amsterdam that are relevant to you.
The core of breakbulk
Breakbulk, also known as general cargo, plays a vital role in the world of transport. Vehicles, steel plates and even paper — all this and more is considered part of breakbulk.

The strength of Amsterdam
The port of Amsterdam and the companies based there have all recognised the importance of breakbulk goods for years. This has led to the port having all the necessary facilities to make the transport of breakbulk as easy as possible. From fast connections to all-weather terminals, the port of Amsterdam has it. Still, certain aspects truly make the port of Amsterdam stand out:
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Capacity and room for growth: no congestion
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A clean and tidy port, which can facilitate project cargo
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Ample (temporary) storage space
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The new sea lock will allow even the largest ships to pass through Amsterdam
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Good hinterland connections, which can be lower in cost when reached via Amsterdam
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24/7 accessibility, whether at low or high tide
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Commercial Manager Offshore & Logistics
allard.klinkers@portofamsterdam.com

Cargo flows in Amsterdam’s port region
RoRo
New or second-hand cars, lorries or machines: the port of Amsterdam, with all its breakbulk facilities, is a great location for roll-on, roll-off logistics.
Project cargo
Equipped with specialised terminals, the port of Amsterdam is a major hub for general and project cargo. Experience it at our port.
Offshore
Due to its favourable location, expertise and infrastructure, Amsterdam’s port region is the ideal location for offshore activities.
Containers
Due to customised short sea activities, we can facilitate a sustainable and reliable alternative to road-based container transport.
Liquid bulk
Whether it's petrol, diesel, paraffin, LPG, biofuels or hydrogen — the port of Amsterdam is a leading player in liquid bulk.
Dry bulk
Our specialised terminals handle the shipping, storage and transport of dry bulk. Find out what we can do for you at the port of Amsterdam.
Cacao
From the storage and transhipment of cocoa to the sustainable development of the cocoa sector, all of this comes together in Amsterdam.
Non-ferro
The port has specialised terminals for non-ferrous materials, including breakbulk and all-weather terminals. Experience it at our port.