Rotterdam Maritime Capital of Europe is committed to unimpeded collaboration with the UK

In the context of the London International Shipping Week 2019, the sector association Rotterdam Maritime Services Community (RMSC), part of the Rotterdam Maritime Capital network, organised a business lunch together with the Dutch Embassy.

More than 40 companies were guests at the residence of the Dutch Ambassador. These include ship owners, insurers, commodity traders, P&I Clubs and consultants.

During the lunch, Barbara Kathmann, Vice Mayor of Rotterdam (Economy), spoke about the development of Rotterdam as Maritime Capital of Europe. “Whatever happens in the future politically we can reach out to each other, form new coalitions and keep the business going.”, said Kathmann. During the lunch, the CEO of Anthony Veder, Jan Valkier, gave his view on what Rotterdam has to offer and the ‘ease of doing business’. Jeroen in ’t Hout from Daamen and Van Sluis and Ben Bidnell from Shipleys, both International accountants, concluded with their vision of the possible impact of Brexit on the maritime sector. Rotterdam Maritime Capital of Europe is committed to the continuation of unimpeded trade with the United Kingdom.