Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Global Logistics Partner
Established in 1921 as a Dutch family business, LV Shipping has evolved into a global logistics leader with over 35 offices across four continents. Our operational model combines global reach with local management expertise, ensuring deep cultural and linguistic understanding in every region. With a century of experience, we specialize in end-to-end supply chain solutions for industries including energy, automotive, and pharmaceuticals, prioritizing sustainability through electric fleets, solar energy, and digitalization.Our commitment to client satisfaction is demonstrated through personalized service, technological innovation, and a workforce recognized for professionalism and dedication. As a Royal Warrant holder since 2021, we uphold standards of quality and reliability that have made us a trusted partner for complex logistics challenges worldwide.
Services
Air Freight
Ocean Freight
Road Transport
Customs Management
Warehousing
Project Freight Forwarding
Stevedoring Services
Supply Chain Management
Heavy Lift Transport
Barging Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1921
Highlights and features
- We offer 100+ years of logistics expertise across 35+ international offices
- Our local management model ensures region-specific cultural and regulatory knowledge
- AEO-accredited customs operations guarantee efficient international compliance
- Sustainability-focused initiatives include electric vehicle fleets and solar energy
- Dedicated project teams handle complex cargo for energy and infrastructure sectors
Associations and certifications
- AEO
What people say
Always delivering on their promise
Personal approach and dedication
Dedicated and committed team
Going the extra mile
Global with a personal touch
Services
Air Freight
Our air freight solutions handle cargo from small packages to oversized shipments globally. With partnerships across major airlines and dedicated charter services, we ensure time-sensitive deliveries with real-time tracking. Specialized handling for dangerous goods and perishables meets international regulatory standards while maintaining cargo integrity.
Ocean Freight
Comprehensive ocean freight services manage conventional and Ro-Ro shipments worldwide. Our network secures competitive rates while handling heavy lift cargo and oversized loads. Expert route planning and cargo securing advice ensure safe transportation through complex maritime environments with guaranteed schedule adherence.
Customs Management
AEO-certified customs operations provide import/export compliance solutions at major global ports. Our specialists minimize duty costs through CFSP procedures while ensuring regulatory adherence. Real-time documentation tracking and fiscal representation services streamline cross-border logistics for time-sensitive shipments.
Project Freight Forwarding
End-to-end management of complex project cargo including wind turbines and industrial equipment. Our HSQE-compliant teams handle specialized chartering, offshore express services, and line-item tracking. Customized logistics plans ensure timely delivery of components from single-source or multi-origin shipments to challenging locations.
Warehousing
Secure multipurpose warehousing facilities offer bonded storage, inventory management, and container stuffing services globally. Temperature-controlled environments and web-based tracking systems maintain product integrity. Value-added services include order management, labeling, and fabrication support across consumer goods and heavy industry sectors.
People
Mark van Herk
CEO
Leading LV Shipping since 2022, Mark van Herk combines strategic vision with hands-on logistics expertise. With decades of industry experience, he drives innovation while maintaining family values that prioritize client relationships and sustainable growth across the company's global operations.
Chris Lewin
Chairman
As Chairman, Chris Lewin provides strategic oversight with extensive international logistics experience. His leadership focuses on maintaining operational excellence while expanding the company's footprint in emerging markets through responsible business practices and technological innovation.
Arjan Bos
Co-CEO
Arjan Bos oversees global operations with a focus on technical logistics solutions. With 25+ years in the industry, he specializes in complex project management and supply chain optimization, ensuring delivery of specialized cargo to the most challenging locations worldwide.
Eric Zoetmulder
CFO
Eric Zoetmulder manages financial strategy and sustainability initiatives. His expertise in logistics finance ensures responsible growth while maintaining investment in green technologies that reduce the company's environmental footprint across all operations.
Jonathan Lewin
COO
As COO, Jonathan Lewin directs day-to-day operations with emphasis on service quality and technological integration. His operational leadership ensures consistent delivery of logistics solutions that combine traditional expertise with modern digital tracking systems.
Questions
What industries does Royal Dutch LV Logistics specialize in?
We serve energy (including renewables), automotive, pharmaceutical, steel, petrochemical, and consumer goods sectors with tailored logistics solutions.
How does LV Logistics handle complex cargo transportation?
Our project freight teams manage oversized loads using specialized equipment and route planning, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
What sustainability initiatives are implemented?
We use electric vehicles, solar energy, and digitalization while optimizing transport efficiency to reduce carbon footprint across all operations.
Are customs services available 24/7?
Yes, our AEO-certified customs teams provide round-the-clock support at major global ports for urgent clearance requirements.
How is real-time shipment tracking provided?
Web-based tracking systems offer full visibility with automated updates and exception reporting for all transported goods.
What regions have strongest operational presence?
We maintain 35+ offices across Europe, Asia, Americas, and Middle East with specialized teams in key logistics hubs.
Reviews (1)
Jenny Candler
Jun 22, 2021
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One of the most friendliest, helpful and compassionate teams out there - knowledgeable, professional and quick too! Their drivers are some of the best on the planet!
