Profile: Reederei Thomas Schulte
people. It is through the complete service that we provide that we have gained a vast and in-depth knowledge of our assets, and we have a very high market penetration when it comes to chartering these ships. We don’t have any personnel fluctuation, highlighted by the team of very skilled professionals that have been here since the very beginning.” Looking ahead, the Thomas Schulte Group is planning to expand its services and fleet under management, through the purchase of second hand ships, but also through the expansion of the services that it offers to clients. “We create added value through our quality management, whether that is buying a ship or providing an individual service for a client. We have a very broad customer base ranging from shipping companies right through to working with banks and institutional investors, and expansion will be across all different areas. It is a focus that has become a cornerstone of our philosophy,” says Alexander. Working on the strategy for growth and the structure of services for the future, the Thomas Schulte Group is in advanced discussions with equity providers, developing in new directions. Drawing the discussion to a conclusion, Alexander summarises: “You have to position yourself so that you can succeed with growing the company and its services. The shipping industry is undergoing probably its biggest change in history and it is of pivotal importance to adapt with a strategy that will enable the company to remain its foothold and to position the group for further growth. l
Reederei Thomas Schulte
www.schulteship.de • Company built on 125 years in shipping • Proven excellent service capabilities • Bulk and container shipping operator
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