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Only by paying attention to what is effectively achieved and contracted does one acquire a firm grip on the complex maritime world. R. Westphal & co. follows the market attentively and has the flair and intuition to do the right thing at the right moment. Call it experience.

The rustling sea whispering in our ear. Our inspiration.


R. Westphal & co. covers 'ship brokerage' as well as 'cargo brokerage', whereas 'maritime brokers' as a rule offer only one of both services.


One fourth of the total world fleet, roughly 10,000 cargo ships, can be leased. Our staff knows all the features of every single ship, knows when and where they are available and draw conclusions.

The charter for one and the same ship at the same point in time may greatly differ in different waters. It is not unusual for empty ships to ballast from cheaper to more lucrative ports. That makes the market so sensitive. The international charter market is also probably the last one ruled exclusively by the law of offer and demand.

Therefore, being well informed is a must!

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Generaal Lemanstraat 82-92 - 2600 Berchem (Antwerp) - Belgium
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