ABOUT OBA
OBA is a multipurpose terminal in the Port of Amsterdam, with short communication lines and a flat and dynamic organizational structure. Our staff is the foundation of our company. Every day, these driven employees use their expertise and knowledge in strengthening our leading position in the ARA area (Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp).
We do this for international customers from a variety of sectors: energy and steel, animal feedstuff, chemical, building and recycling. Handling some 20 million products yearly, we are the largest transhipment company in the region.
SHAREHOLDERS
HSSE
SAFETY FIRST!
At OBA, a safe work environment and care for the surroundings is paramount. We have extensive safety regulations for our staff, visitors and suppliers. Besides complying with legal standards, we often go the extra mile. By strictly adhering to the safety regulations we can create the safest possible working environment. With these standards, we ensure that strict safety regulations are enforced enabling a safe workenvironment.
OBA is a logistics service provider for cargo owners and not the final consumer of the cargo. The operational management is aimed at keeping the energy usage and the footprint (emissions) as low as possible, and we continuously monitor that.
We do this out of respect for our surroundings and our environment (People Planet Profit).
OBA is certified for ISO 9001 Quality management (including the BLu (Bulk Loading and Unloading) code), ISO 14001 Environmental management, GMP+ B1 Feed (production, trade and services of feedproducts) and ISPS (International Ship and Port facility Security) Code.
HSSE
SAFETY FIRST!
At OBA, a safe work environment and care for the surroundings is paramount. We have extensive safety regulations for our staff, visitors and suppliers. Besides complying with legal standards, we often go the extra mile. By strictly adhering to the safety regulations we can create the safest possible working environment. With these standards, we ensure that strict safety regulations are enforced enabling a safe workenvironment.
OBA is a logistics service provider for cargo owners and not the final consumer of the cargo. The operational management is aimed at keeping the energy usage and the footprint (emissions) as low as possible, and we continuously monitor that.
We do this out of respect for our surroundings and our environment (People Planet Profit).
OBA is certified for ISO 9001 Quality management (including the BLu (Bulk Loading and Unloading) code), ISO 14001 Environmental management, GMP+ B1 Feed (production, trade and services of feedproducts) and ISPS (International Ship and Port facility Security) Code.
FUTUREPROOF
IN THE ENERGY STRANSITION
The energy transition – a transition involving the use of fossil fuels and not the transportation thereof – is here to stay, and that is an important and positive reality. OBA adapts its portfolio to meet market demand. For instance, we invest in covered storage capacity in which we focus on new products and services as well as play a role in the circular economy. OBA has proven as no other, that it’s capable of providing storage and adapting to strong fluctuations in our customers’ storage and transhipment needs. Our customers often operate in volatile markets as well. Our strength lies in our strategic location, our flexibility, knowledge and reliability. In addition, we maintain the highest standards in terms of quality, environment and safety. The sustainable operation of our terminal is also a top priority.
FUTUREPROOF
IN THE ENERGY STRANSITION
The energy transition – a transition involving the use of fossil fuels and not the transportation thereof – is here to stay, and that is an important and positive reality. OBA adapts its portfolio to meet market demand. For instance, we invest in covered storage capacity in which we focus on new products and services as well as play a role in the circular economy. OBA has proven as no other, that it’s capable of providing storage and adapting to strong fluctuations in our customers’ storage and transhipment needs. Our customers often operate in volatile markets as well. Our strength lies in our strategic location, our flexibility, knowledge and reliability. In addition, we maintain the highest standards in terms of quality, environment and safety. The sustainable operation of our terminal is also a top priority.
THE HISTORY
OF OBA
OBA’s success is partly due to the opening of the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal in 1952. During the 1950s and 1960s, the West German steel industry’s demand for iron ore was especially high. These products were imported mainly from countries of origin because this was less expensive than importing from European countries. Once the channel was opened, the connection between Amsterdam and the German hinterland greatly improved. Supplying iron ore and other raw materials became easier. Two years later Overslagbedrijf Amsterdam (OBA) was established. Within three years, OBA’s transhipment doubled and laid this customer-oriented logistical service provider’s foundation. OBA has proven during the past years that it responds well to market developments. It is therefore our ambition to develop from a leading dry bulk terminal to a leading multipurpose terminal.
THE HISTORY
OF OBA
OBA’s success is partly due to the opening of the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal in 1952. During the 1950s and 1960s, the West German steel industry’s demand for iron ore was especially high. These products were imported mainly from countries of origin because this was less expensive than importing from European countries. Once the channel was opened, the connection between Amsterdam and the German hinterland greatly improved. Supplying iron ore and other raw materials became easier. Two years later Overslagbedrijf Amsterdam (OBA) was established. Within three years, OBA’s transhipment doubled and laid this customer-oriented logistical service provider’s foundation. OBA has proven during the past years that it responds well to market developments. It is therefore our ambition to develop from a leading dry bulk terminal to a leading multipurpose terminal.