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since 1895...
And tomorrow!
In 2022, Plouvier Group transitioned from a chartering and commissioner to a fully integrated owner-operator. As part of this evolution, Plouvier Transport was renamed Plouvier Chartering NV, marking a new chapter in our journey. This strategic move enables us to shape the future of inland transport on the Rhine with a modern fleet averaging less than 10 years in age and a commitment to continuous investment in young tonnage and the latest technology.
Sustainability, safety, and excellence are at the core of our operations. We uphold the highest standards of professionalism, leadership, and integrity, ensuring reliability and efficiency for our customers. Above all, we recognize that our greatest asset is our people. Through dedicated training and development, we equip our teams with unparalleled expertise, encouraging a culture of ownership, vigilance, and respect.
By embracing innovation and environmental responsibility, we are not just navigating the Rhine — we are paving the future of sustainable inland transport.
The Plouvier Group is a major player in inland tanker shipping in Europe 🇪🇺.
Specializing in the transportation of mineral oil products across the entire European waterway network, the group relies on several strategic subsidiaries to ensure efficient and secure service.
Plouvier Chartering NV (Antwerp)
Plouvier Chartering NV manages chartering and operations in the ARA (Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp) region. Based in Antwerp, it oversees route planning, cargo allocation, and client commitments, ensuring efficient and reliable transport solutions.
Intertrans AG
(Birsfelden)
Intertrans AG handles chartering and operations for our Swiss clients. Located in Zug, it ensures seamless logistics, client coordination, and the reliable execution of transport commitments.
RP Tankschiffahrt AG (Zug)
is the Group’s ship management arm, based in Basel. It is responsible for fleet maintenance and crew operations, ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our vessels and crew pool.
Due to well-structured organization, the Plouvier Group guarantees efficient, reliable,
and regulation-compliant transport service. The company continues to invest in modern
technologies and infrastructure to enhance its performance and meet market demands.
Do you want to join the Plouvier team? Check out our current job offer!
P.L.O.U.V.I.E.R
Core Values
Professionalism & quality
Upholding the highest standards, we exemplify the essence of excellence in every task, ensuring unparalleled quality in our operations within the inland waterway sector
Leadership
Guiding the future of inland waterway transport, we continuously set unparalleled benchmarks, leading with innovation and expertise
Ownership
Every voyage, every interaction, every decision – we take full responsibility, ensuring our partners and customers trust in our unparalleled dedication
Unparalleled Talent Management
Championing the growth of our team, we invest in continuous learning and personal development, fostering a culture of knowledge and advancement.
Vigilance & safety
Safety isn’t just a protocol; it’s our promise. We remain vigilant, ensuring the wellbeing of our crew, customers, and the environment in every voyage
Integrity
At our core lies an unwavering code of ethics, ensuring transparency and honesty in all our dealings
Environmental care
More than just a duty, preserving our waters and the world around us is our profound commitment.
Respect
We value every voice, understanding that mutual respect is the cornerstone of lasting partnerships.
A brief history
1895
Creation of the Plouvier company
The Plouvier inland waterways activities originated when Prosper Plouvier senior invested in several barges. At the beginning of the 20th century branches in Germany and Holland were founded and managed by Prosper junior and Desiré Plouvier. By the outbreak of World War 1 the Plouvier Group was well established and owned a considerable number of barges.
1918 - 1950
After World War I
The group soon recovered its elan profiting from the
reconstruction of Western Europe. When Prosper Plouvier senior died in 1936, his two children Prosper junior and Desiré took over the business.
1950 - 1965
After the 2nd World war
The Plouvier organization developed rapidly peaking around 500-600 privately owned barges. Further steps were taken to invest in sea-going vessels when several ships with approx. 16t gross tonnage were built.
1974
By the time of the first oil crisis
At the time of the oil crisis a large part of the fleet was reduced and sold. A number of large tankers remaining in possession of the company limited inland shipping activities to Plouvier Transport in Antwerp and VOLA Transport Company in Rotterdam. Chartering became main core.
1990
During the 90’s
Plouvier invested in 4 large inland tank barges each with a loading capacity of 3000 or more tons. This was the beginning of the Plouvier Transport era which is still a renowned broker in inland tanker chartering today.
1995 to 2022
In the present days
After the takeover of several chartering companies (EICC, Swintank, Intertrans Tankschiffahrt and Verol Chartering) Plouvier fulfilled its intentions to continue playing a major role in international tanker chartering by investing in new double-hulled ships operating
under own management as well as in cooperation with private owners
2022 to now
In the present days
In 2022, Plouvier Group transitioned from a charter and
commissioner company to a fully integrated owner-operatoring company. As of then, Plouvier Transport NV was renamed Plouvier Chartering NV, marking a new chapter in our journey. This strategic move has enabled us to shape the future of inland transport on the Rhine with a modern fleet of ships as well as a commitment to continuously invest in current tonnage and the latest technology. Sustainability, safety, and excellence are of core interest in our operations. We uphold high standards of professional leadership and integrity, ensuring reliability and efficiency for our customers.
Above all, we acknowledge that our greatest asset is our employees. Through dedicated training and development, we update our teams with unparalleled expertise to encourage a culture of commitment, vigilance, and respect. By embracing innovation and environmental responsibility, we are not just navigating the Rhine — we are paving the future for sustainable inland transport.
