SHIPPING COMPANY

Christoph Burmester
Tank- und Fracht­schiff­fahrt

We have been passionately on the water for you for over 85 years. As a 3rd generation family business, we set standards with modern inland tankers in Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France and Switzerland. With us, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. Welcome on board!
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Liquid goods in motion

We transport a variety of liquid goods via canals & rivers in Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France and Switzerland. The waterways of Europe are our home and we offer reliability where you need it.

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Charter with diversity

Our functional fleet is all-time ready for effective operations. Whether charter in the Canal region, ARA area, France and Switzerland or individual time charter contracts - we are always safe and professional.

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Liquid goods in motion

We transport a variety of liquid goods via canals & rivers in Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France and Switzerland. The waterways of Europe are our home and we offer reliability where you need it.

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Charter with diversity

Our functional fleet is all-time ready for effective operations. Whether charter in the Canal region, ARA area, France and Switzerland or individual time charter contracts - we are always safe and professional.

What we transport

In our modern, double-walled tankers, we primarily move mineral oil products, biodiesel and chemical goods across the European waterways. The Burmester shipping company stands for reliability, quality and trust – a heritage that characterizes each of our journeys. With our fleet, we offer our customers a wide range of transportation options. We go above and beyond the usual: if required, we also cover special transports. Each of these is individually discussed and carefully planned to ensure maximum efficiency and safety.

Our transports are not just a business, but a long-term partnership. Together with our close partners, we place great importance to innovation and sustainability.
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What we transport

In our modern, double-walled tankers, we primarily move mineral oil products, biodiesel and chemical goods across the European waterways. The Burmester shipping company stands for reliability, quality and trust – a heritage that characterizes each of our journeys. With our fleet, we offer our customers a wide range of transportation options. We go above and beyond the usual: if required, we also cover special transports. Each of these is individually discussed and carefully planned to ensure maximum efficiency and safety.
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Our transports are not just a business, but a long-term partnership. Together with our close partners, we place great importance to innovation and sustainability.
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Modern

Maximum safety thanks to innovative technologies – our constantly modernized tank fleet sets standards for contemporary and sustainable transport solutions, including product heaters.

Efficient

Our motor tankers focus on low consumption and increased carrying capacity. Efficiency is not only a top priority here – it is our fuel.

Future orientated

Innovation and sustainability are part of our daily practice. In the same way, the focus is always on continuous further development and training – and has been since 1939, when the MS Paul Burmester was the first tanker to be launched.

Modern

Maximum safety thanks to innovative technologies – our constantly modernized tank fleet sets standards for contemporary and sustainable transport solutions, including product heaters.

Efficient

Our motor tankers focus on low consumption and increased carrying capacity. Efficiency is not only a top priority here – it is our fuel.

Future orientated

Innovation and sustainability are part of our daily practice. In the same way, the focus is always on continuous further development and training – and has been since 1939, when the MS Paul Burmester was the first tanker to be launched.

Overview of our fleet

Our fleet currently consists of 10 ships, all of which bear the tradition of the Burmester family in their names. State-of-the-art technology characterizes our double-hull ships, which not only offer maximum safety, but also comfortable space for our staff.

We pay special attention to our latest achievements – the Sunrise series ships. These are characterized by significant advantages over conventional double-hull ships and have proven to be extremely economical and low-emission in recent years.
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Lightweight & strong

Low weight for maximum efficiency & environmental friendliness.

Higher loading volume

Thanks to lightweight, high-strength steel, it can carry loads of up to 180 tons.

Perfect for canal areas

Optimally tailored to the requirements of the canal districts, for efficient & reliable journeys

Up to 30% fuel savings

Optimized engine equipment for effective fuel savings

Optimal for low water

Optimized utilization for reliable transport even in low water.

Overview of our fleet

Our fleet currently consists of 10 ships, all of which bear the tradition of the Burmester family in their names. State-of-the-art technology characterizes our double-hull ships, which not only offer maximum safety, but also comfortable space for our staff.

We pay special attention to our latest achievements – the Sunrise series ships. These are characterized by significant advantages over conventional double-hull ships and have proven to be extremely economical and low-emission in recent years.
Contact data for the fleet

Lightweight & strong

Low weight for maximum efficiency & environmental friendliness.

Higher loading volume

Thanks to lightweight, high-strength steel, it can carry loads of up to 180 tons.

Perfect for canal areas

Optimally tailored to the requirements of the canal districts, for efficient & reliable journeys

Up to 30% fuel savings

Optimized engine equipment for effective fuel savings

Optimal for low water

Optimized utilization for reliable transport even in low water.

Area of services

Our large shipping area includes Luxembourg, the ARA ports (Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp), the northwest German canal area and extends to Belgium, France and Switzerland.
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Over 85 years of family tradition in tanker shipping

For over 85 years, Tank- und Frachtschifffahrt Christoph Burmester has been shaping the German and European tanker shipping industry and impresses with its quality and passion. Carried on by the 3rd generation, we are proud of our development and the commitment of our more than 60 international employees. Together with long-standing partners, we are committed to ongoing innovation and sustainability, and continuously invest in growth, safety and quality.
  • Family business in 3rd generation
  • Well-trained & experienced employees
  • Sustainable & innovation-driven

Over 85 years of family tradition in tanker shipping

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For over 85 years, Tank- und Frachtschifffahrt Christoph Burmester has been shaping the German and European tanker shipping industry and impresses with its quality and passion. Carried on by the 3rd generation, we are proud of our development and the commitment of our more than 60 international employees. Together with long-standing partners, we are committed to ongoing innovation and sustainability, and continuously invest in growth, safety and quality.
  • Family business in 3rd generation
  • Well-trained & experienced employees
  • Sustainable & innovation-driven

1935

Foundation

Christoph Burmester founds the shipping company in Lauenburg on the Elbe. The first ship is the barge Charlotte. This is followed by MS Niederrhein and MS Ludwig Burmester

1939

The first tank ship

The freighter MS PAUL BURMESTER is the first tanker in the fleet to be launched. It is equipped with oil tanks and chartered out. Hard times follow due to the war. The remaining fleet is utilized for passenger transport and towing services.

1952-77

Restructuring for tanker shipping

The poor situation of dry goods shipping due to the war encourages Christoph Burmester to take a new, bold and far-sighted step: tanker shipping. By 1960, a total of eight motor tankers had been built.

1988

Takeover by Burmester daughters

After the death of Christoph Burmester, his three daughters take over the shipping company. Hanna Krützfeldt takes over the management of the company.

1996

New location

The location is successfully relocated to Luxembourg, where the efficiency and sustainability of the ships is further optimized.

2001

Takeover Christian Büchting

Christian Büchting, a trained shipping merchant, takes over the management and initiates a consistent course of consolidation and modernization.

2009

Double-hull tanker in use

The first double-hull tanker, „Christoph Burmester“, goes into operation. Further double-hull tankers follow, as does the first ship in the Sunrise series: „Georg Burmester“ (2012).

2014

The Sunrise construction series convinces

The successful launch of the Sunrise series continues. The second ship, „Nicole Burmester“, confirms the reliability, ease of maintenance and fuel efficiency of this fleet.

Today

Successful passing

The fleet now consists of 10 ships, 2 double-hull tankers and 8 ships of the Sunrise series in service. Welcome on board for a voyage based on tradition, quality and future prospects!

Become part of our fleet!

We are always looking for new committed employees (m/f/d), please get in touch if you are interested:

Become part of our fleet!

We are always looking for new committed employees (m/f/d), please get in touch if you are interested: