Key hubs for European supply chains
The Netherlands is a key logistics hub for Europe, boasting world-class ports and airports that facilitate vast volumes of goods and passengers.
This strategic advantage is further supported by the country’s solid infrastructure, efficient transportation networks, and proximity to key European markets.
13 seaports
5 major airports
No 1 port of Europe
Port of Rotterdam: Europe’s largest seaport
The Port of Rotterdam is the largest seaport in Europe and a global leader in cargo handling. With its deep waters, the port can accommodate the world’s largest vessels, making it a key gateway for goods entering and leaving Europe. It handles a diverse range of cargo, including crude oil, containers, and chemicals.
The port’s vast storage facilities, state-of-the-art terminals, and efficient inland shipping and rail connections enhance its status as a crucial link in European and global supply chains.
Key facts:
- Total cargo throughput: 438.8 million tonnes
- Port area: 12,500 ha of land and water, of which over 6,000 ha is industrial sites
- Length of the port area: over 40 km
- Shipping: approximately 28,000 seagoing vessels and 90,000 inland vessels annually
Schiphol airport
Schiphol is not just a passenger hub; it’s also one of Europe’s busiest cargo airports. With over 1.44 million tons of cargo handled annually, Schiphol facilitates the movement of high-value goods such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, and perishables. It offers extensive cargo connections to key global markets, supported by a seamless multimodal transport system that integrates road, rail, and air.
Its proximity to other major European markets makes it a top choice for cargo distribution in the region.
Key facts:
- 305 direct destinations from Schiphol worldwide
- 441,969 air transport movements in 2023
- 1.38 million tonnes of cargo in 2023
- 120 airlines fly directly from and to Schiphol
European transport and distribution
With a total of 85,000 miles of public roads, 1,750 miles of railway and 3,235 miles of waterways, the Netherlands is connected to the European hinterland by all modalities (road, rail, inland waterways and shortsea). Custommers throughout Europe can be reached in the most efficient way using the large number of transportation options that are available in the country. Over 500 miljon clients can be reached within 24 hours.
Strategic location in Europe
High volume cargo hubs
Integrated multimodal transport
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