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INTERMODAL LOGISTICS FOR DRY BULK CHEMICALS

Dry Bulk

  • Sustainable, intermodal transport and logistics solutions
  • Flexible and innovative storage concepts
  • Customized value-added logistics
Alain Hadorn

Alain Hadorn

Managing Director Business Unit Dry Bulk

Sustainable transport, individual storage concepts and innovative logistics solutions: business unit Dry Bulk is your partner for dealing with dry bulk products for the chemical industry.

As the market leader for intermodal logistics, Bertschi Dry Bulk combines the strengths of rail, short sea, and road to provide the ideal sustainable transport route. Overall, 90% of all shipments are conducted by rail or sea. This benefits not only the customer, but also the environment and society as a whole.

We work together with our customers to develop intelligent logistics and storage concepts. The high degree of volatility in the chemical industry demands flexible logistics solutions – Bertschi Dry Bulk implements container-based storage concepts with no fixed costs.

As a result, the different requirements of production and distribution can be decoupled, allowing production to be optimised and enabling just-in-time supply to end-customers.

We develop – in close cooperation with our customers – bespoke concepts offering added-value. Whether it is the handling of imported products, on-site solutions in chemical plants or intermodal value chains, we have the expertise and the equipment to make your supply chain sustainable.

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Our equipment

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  • 300 trucks
  • 11,700 bulk container
    • 30' bag-in-box containers
    • 30'/33'/40' pressurised containers
    • High cube box containers
    • Specialist equipment

Our network

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Our Strengths

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  • Long-serving, experienced and motivated employees
  • Highest possible safety standards (>3,000 internal safety checks per year
  • Our own network across Europe
    • 30 intermodal terminals
    • More than 50 locations in 25 countries
  • Our own tilting equipment for unloading dry bulk goods
  • 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 Group celebrates arrival of its 1,500th DAF truck

October 2024 – The Bertschi Group has proudly received its 1,500th DAF ever. This New Generation DAF 480 FT 4x2 tractor joins the international Bertschi fleet, ensuring timely chemical distribution across Europe.

DAF and Bertschi executives shaking hands in front of a Bertschi truck with 1500 written on the windshield

Bertschi Group celebrates arrival of its 1,500th DAF truck

October 2024 – The Bertschi Group has proudly received its 1,500th DAF ever. This New Generation DAF 480 FT 4x2 tractor joins the international Bertschi fleet, ensuring timely chemical distribution across Europe.

From the driver's seat to the workbench, safety is always on duty!

As a leader in intermodal logistics, Bertschi knows that our employees - whether drivers, technical staff or office personnel - are our most valuable asset. Workplace safety is a core value that shapes our daily operations. In the field of chemical logistics, where the handling of sensitive substances involves significant risks, the importance of high safety standards is crucial requiring the highest levels of care and attention.

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From the driver's seat to the workbench, safety is always on duty!

As a leader in intermodal logistics, Bertschi knows that our employees - whether drivers, technical staff or office personnel - are our most valuable asset. Workplace safety is a core value that shapes our daily operations. In the field of chemical logistics, where the handling of sensitive substances involves significant risks, the importance of high safety standards is crucial requiring the highest levels of care and attention.

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