Celebration of 10th anniversary of A2B-online Container B.V.

31 October 2024 – Logistics service provider A2B-online is proud to announce the launch of its new train service, the A2B-online Express. This new service will see trains running 3 times a week between Moerdijk (the Netherlands) and Melzo (Italy), with a planned expansion to 4 roundtrips from April 2025.

“With the launch of the A2B-online Express, we offer our customers
a reliable, efficient and sustainable solution
for transport between the Netherlands and Italy”.

Michael van Keulen, Managing Director A2B-online Container B.V.

Supply chain optimization through the A2B-online Express
The A2B-online Express is an important step in strengthening the connections between the Netherlands and Italy and fits seamlessly with A2B-online’s objective of continuously optimizing the supply chain for its customers.

This new service offers A2B-online customers not only faster transit times, but also a more sustainable alternative to road transport, helping to reduce carbon emissions. With this move, A2B-online continues to respond to changing market needs and strengthens its position as a reliable partner in international freight transport.

Partnership with LTE Netherlands B.V.
For the traction of the A2B-online Express, A2B-online works together with LTE Netherlands B.V. LTE is an experienced and reliable supplier in European rail freight transport and specializes in providing flexible and efficient solutions under its own license in 13 countries. With a wide network and a strong focus on customer satisfaction, LTE strives to offer its customers the best service.

Managing director Mark Timmermans of LTE Netherlands B.V. is elated about the partnership with A2B-online: “We are very excited about working with A2B-online. A2B-online’s flexibility, decisiveness and professionalism make this a strong partnership. We look forward to building on this new connection together.”

More information
For more information, please contact A2B-online Container B.V. (+31(0)168 334300)

–  Michael van Keulen, Managing Director (mvkeulen@a2b-online.com)
–  André  Mast, Commercial Director (amast@a2b-online.com) 

On Saturday, October 5th 2024, A2B-online was, of course, present at the Open Port Day in Moerdijk! Our Ship Management department and Containers department participated alongside several other stakeholders around the CCT terminal, including WEC Lines, Euro Nordic, GCA, and Move Intermodal. It was a very successful and sunny day, with hundreds of visitors—including many colleagues and their families—enjoying the various organized activities! Thanks to the Port of Moerdijk and everyone else involved for organizing! 

Reflection on the MATCH Career Event

We look back on a fantastic start to the World Port Days 2024 in Rotterdam. On Friday, September 6, the MATCH Career Event took place at the Nieuwe Luxor Theater. It was the place to be for students, starters, and job seekers interested in a maritime career. The same goes for our A2B-online colleagues (from left to right): Madhevi, Pieter, Paul, Michael, Maroesjka, and Pim. We look back with satisfaction at the many enjoyable interactions and inspiring conversations!

Thank You
A big thank you to all visitors for your interest and enthusiasm; thanks to all partners and fellow participants for your presence and the great atmosphere, and of course, thanks to the World Port Days for the excellent organization and catering!

Missed the MATCH Career Event?
Are you looking for a great job or internship? Did we miss each other today? Maybe A2B-online could be a great fit for you, and you for us! Learn more about working at A2B-online; apply for one of our vacancies, or upload your details for an open application. Because who knows, Your Ambition might also be Our Future! 👉 Learn more >

Today was the day: the steel cutting of our first newbuild vessel, the A2B Vision. We’ve been eagerly looking forward to the steel cutting of our first newbuild vessel, the substantial part of the ship’s construction, the foundation of the construction! In the presence of colleagues, the festive ceremony took place at the shipyard in Turkey this morning (click here to see an impression of the ceremony).

Word of thanks
After the intensive period of preparation, we are delighted and proud to share this milestone with the world outside today. A word of thanks to all involved for their part in making this dream a reality, especially our investors, the Hamburg-based design and engineering company Technolog Services, our yard Sedef Shipyard in Turkey and all colleagues involved. Without their trust, commitment and expertise, we would not have been able to celebrate this milestone today! 

About A2B-online’s fleet revitalisation

Taking a longer-term view, A2B-online is implementing a fleet revitalisation programme. In June 2023, A2B-online announced it had ordered the construction of the first 2 new container ships, with a strong focus on sustainable performance and optimized efficiency. The first newbuild vessel is forecast to be commissioned in autumn 2025. The construction and commissioning of the second newbuild vessel, the A2B Progress will follow three months after the first vessel.   

Sustainable choices
The vessels have an improved intake for 45-feet containers and tanktainers resulting directly into 50% CO2 reduction per container compared to the existing fleet. The vessels are designed with a Methanol based propulsion system enabling us to carry  our clients valuable containers at sea compliant to the most stringent European rules. Next to this future compliant power plant the vessel includes energy reducing features further reducing greenhouse emissions.

Follow the progress of our newbuild!

The keel laying is the next milestone! Would you like to follow our newbuild and read more about it? We will keep you up to date on this via this website page!

Today is a celebration at A2B-online and there is cake at all our offices and ships: our shipping company A2B-online Ship Management is celebrating its fifth anniversary. 

On 1 August 2019, A2B-online started A2B-online Ship Management in order to offer our container customers a stable high(er) quality and to be less dependent on market developments; the start of a wonderful adventure! 

Now 5 years later, our shipping company with 7 owned ships (including maintenance, procurement and crew matters ), 2 ships under construction and 170+ colleagues (office and crew) has become an indispensable link in our services. Many thanks to all 🙏 who have contributed to this! 

Want to read more about our shipping company, fleet and colleagues? 

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https://a2b-online.com/ship-management/

The European Union is implementing a new customs pre-arrival security and safety programme, underpinned by a large-scale advanced cargo information system – Import Control System 2 (ICS2). The implementation of this system at the end of 2024 impacts the information shared between A2B-online and customers. Would you like to know more about ICS2, its impact, the documents required and the timeline?

More information about ICS2 >

In June, 75 new trailers are being introduced into the A2B-online fleet. The first of these trailers are going into service this week. All built to the latest specifications, with the biggest benefit being the improved quality of the floor. These trailers are replacing the oldest ones in the fleet, which are being retired.

With the excellent relationship and past experiences we have chosen to purchase from Krone Trailer.