Mr A.G.F. Toet P.O. Box 6622 3002 AP Rotterdam The Netherlands T: +31 (0)10 25 21 111 F: +31 (0)10 25 21 100 E: info@portofrotterdam.com I: www.portofrotterdam.com

The Port of Rotterdam Authority has a staff of over 1,250 employees, with widely varying commercial, nautical and infrastructure-related responsibilities. The Port Authority is the authority that develops, manages and operates the port of Rotterdam effectively and efficiently. The Port Authority also promotes the interests of the port community and helps strengthen the port's competitive position. The scope of the Port Authority 's activities is safety, quality of life, employment and sustainability.

The port of Rotterdam, which covers some 10,500 hectares, is a major factor in the national and regional economy. The port is a hub in the international freight flows, and a business location for industry and logistics services.

Every year, some 35,000 deepsea ships and 130,000 inland waterway vessels call at the port of Rotterdam. The Port of Rotterdam Authority is responsible for the efficient, safe and reliable handling of all this deepsea and inland shipping. We do so using an advanced radar system, patrol boats, and inspectors who keep a close eye on the transport of dangerous freight. Attention for safety and the environment is crucial for the Port Authority.

As the manager of the port, the Port of Rotterdam Authority leases sites amounting to around 5,000 hectares to businesses. The Port of Rotterdam Authority also provides the infrastructure of waterways, roads, quays and other services for the users of the port area.

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