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INTERMODAL LOGISTICS FOR LIQUID CHEMICALS

Liquids

  • Europe-wide transport and logistics solutions for liquid chemicals
  • Logistics outsourcing & on-site logistics
  • Containerisation of product streams
Barry Mol Managing Director BU Liquids

Barry Mol

Managing Director Business Unit Liquids

Bertschi Liquids is the expert in sustainable European transport and secure storage of liquid (hazardous) goods for the chemical industry. Working closely with our supply chain partners, we plan and coordinate every element of intermodal transports for you, enabling smooth and safe movements of chemicals using Europe’s railway, short sea, and road networks.

At Bertschi Liquids, we also work closely with our customers to develop innovative logistics solutions. We proactive identify measures to boost efficiency in the supply chain and implement these in cooperation with you. Bertschi Liquids contributes decades of experience to these projects and thus creates added-value through an optimised and reliable supply chain.

Safety plays a crucial role in the handling of hazardous goods. We continuously invest in the training and development of our employees, as well in our equipment, to satisfy the most demanding customer requirements.

A figure of the 150'000 transports of liquid chemicals that Bertschi carries out every year.

Our equipment

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  • 700 trucks
  • 9'600 tank containers & semi trailers
    • 20' tank containers
    • ww'/24' swap-body tank containers
    • 30' tank containers
    • 45' tank containers

 

 

 

 

 

Our network

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Karte mit Bertschi Niederlassungen in Europa

Our strengths

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  • Long-serving, experienced and motivated employees
  • Our own extensive network across Europe
    • 30 intermodal terminals
    • More than 50 locations in 25 countries
  • Our own hazardous goods warehouses
    • Rotterdam (NL)
    • Tarragona (ES)
    • Schwarzheide (DE)
    • Leverkusen (DE)
    • Teesside, Middlesbrough (GB)
  • Highest possible safety standards (more than 3'500 training days per year)
  • Sustainable logistics concepts
  • Innovative digitalisation solutions
LATEST ARTICLES

Bertschi expands globally and leads the way in decarbonized logistics

In 2024, Bertschi Group expanded its global footprint with new operations launched in Japan, Korea, and India. The company strengthened its commitment to sustainability by engaging in decarbonized logistics and the transport of renewable energy. Customer service was further enhanced through automation and tailored digital solutions, driving greater efficiency and personalized support. Bertschi achieved a turnover of CHF 1.01 billion, marking a 5% increase, though margins remained under pressure. The company invested over CHF 90 million in global expansions, infrastructure for sustainable logistics to meet Europe’s growing import demands, and digitalization initiatives. Additionally, Bertschi co-founded the Women in Logistics consortium to promote diversity and inclusion within the sector.

Bird’s-eye-view of the trimodal Bertschi terminal, plastics hub, and warehouse facility at the Antwerp Zomerweg port

Bertschi expands globally and leads the way in decarbonized logistics

In 2024, Bertschi Group expanded its global footprint with new operations launched in Japan, Korea, and India. The company strengthened its commitment to sustainability by engaging in decarbonized logistics and the transport of renewable energy. Customer service was further enhanced through automation and tailored digital solutions, driving greater efficiency and personalized support. Bertschi achieved a turnover of CHF 1.01 billion, marking a 5% increase, though margins remained under pressure. The company invested over CHF 90 million in global expansions, infrastructure for sustainable logistics to meet Europe’s growing import demands, and digitalization initiatives. Additionally, Bertschi co-founded the Women in Logistics consortium to promote diversity and inclusion within the sector.

Bertschi Launches New Antwerp Zomerweg Dangerous Goods Storage and Trimodal Terminal in Europe’s Largest Chemical Hub

Antwerp, Belgium — Bertschi Group, market leader in intermodal chemical logistics, announces that operations have started at the newly completed Antwerp Zomerweg Terminal (AZT). Strategically located in Europe’s largest integrated chemical cluster, the terminal will be focusing on the storage of Dangerous Goods (DG) and non-DG products in Tank Containers and Trimodal Services by rail, barge and truck.

Bird’s-eye-view of the trimodal Bertschi terminal, plastics hub, and warehouse facility at the Antwerp Zomerweg port

Bertschi Launches New Antwerp Zomerweg Dangerous Goods Storage and Trimodal Terminal in Europe’s Largest Chemical Hub

Antwerp, Belgium — Bertschi Group, market leader in intermodal chemical logistics, announces that operations have started at the newly completed Antwerp Zomerweg Terminal (AZT). Strategically located in Europe’s largest integrated chemical cluster, the terminal will be focusing on the storage of Dangerous Goods (DG) and non-DG products in Tank Containers and Trimodal Services by rail, barge and truck.

SAF, HVO, and Biofuels…What Are These So-Called “Chemicals of Tomorrow” Exactly?

As the demand for sustainable energy solutions accelerates, the decarbonized chemicals market is set to grow rapidly. Key players in this transformation include Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), and other biofuels.

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SAF, HVO, and Biofuels…What Are These So-Called “Chemicals of Tomorrow” Exactly?

As the demand for sustainable energy solutions accelerates, the decarbonized chemicals market is set to grow rapidly. Key players in this transformation include Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), and other biofuels.

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