With a focus on the Cape/Panmax segment, ERNST RUSS is one of Europe's top ten chartering brokers for grain. In 2002, we managed over 6 million tons of bulk grain worldwide. Within our shipping network, we strive to develop new ways to add value to the traditional process of shipbroking. Our international network of expert brokers is just a mouse click away!

Germany has been a leader in the international shipping and container chartering industry from the beginning.
The majority of German ship owners and leading international liner companies benefits from our independent market expertise.

Excellent customer contacts provide steady growth and in-depth knowledge of the container trades and other logistical challenges. Along with ten other leading German brokers, ERNST RUSS is a member of the Hamburg Container Index Group.

Specialising in the Handymax/Handy class, our team of experts places high priority on long-term, intensive customer relations. We serve local owners and charterers and as well in Greece and in other parts of the world. At the same time, we are continuously developing our scope of activities in the emerging markets including China, the Baltic States and Russia.

ERNST RUSS offers customers the services of highly specialised staff experienced in the different segments. These experts have direct access to market information provided by a modern ship, fixture and position database that is updated daily.

Having concentrated on this niche market for more than 50 years, we have evolved to become the leading independent broker in this segment. We are one of the world's few chartering brokers in a position to offer customers comprehensive, made to measure services in the complex MPP/Tweendecker market. In contrast to most of our competitors, we cover all of the typical segments in this highly specialised market for you.

ERNST RUSS is recognised as one of the world's top three reefer brokers. We have maintained direct business contacts with the leading fruit traders for many years. Each week, we manage the chartering for ships transporting nearly one million boxes of bananas from Central America to Europe and Asia.

In a market threatened by containerisation and consolidation, you need a powerful, reliable partner who believes in the future of conventional reefer trade. Our team includes some of the most highly regarded brokers in the reefer industry and is well known for its ability to react quickly and efficiently.

We enable you to focus on the essentials of your business and remain steps ahead of the competition. At the same time, we help you reduce costs by managing your daily operations.

As a pioneering company, ERNST RUSS played an important role in the establishment of the car carrier market. We have been serving Europe's leading car manufacturers for many years. As an internationally recognised car carrier/Ro-Ro chartering company, we place the highest priority on perfectly organised transport operations while keeping damage to an absolute minimum. The experienced specialists from ERNST RUSS are widely regarded as experts in this important market segment.

Working for owners of PCTC/PCC and Ro-Ro vessels of all sizes, we cover the markets for vehicle transport, rolling cargo and high/heavy units in short sea as well as deep sea trades. From car carriers, to Ro-Ro and reefer vessels, we consistently respond to the needs of our customers by offering a full range of services and the most cost-effective means of transport.

We manage your shipments - worldwide. ERNST RUSS works for charterers as well as for ship operators/owners. We provide a comprehensive range of services and individualised chartering solutions to some of the largest fleets in Europe. Our company organises shipments of virtually all raw materials and commodities ranging from grain and minerals, to coal, iron ore and steel.

Our close charterers and owners benefit from highly personalised services structured according to their needs for high quality, cost-effective shipping. Our state-of-the-art post fixture support saves you time and money. We sharpen your competitive edge by providing you timely, relevant market information.