By boat from USA to Genk, another step toward sustainable logistics

On March 20, 2025, Biesmans Group received Biesmans Group very first container via the new container terminal Port of Limburg in Genk. The container was transported (almost) entirely by water, directly from the United States to our distribution center in Genk. This milestone is tangible proof of our ambition to make our logistics chain more efficient and sustainable.

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Sustainable transportation with strategic advantage

The Port of Limburg container terminal, located on the former Ford site in Genk, offers an environmentally friendly alternative to road transport. By putting maximum effort into water-bound transport, we not only reduce our ecological footprint, but also increase the reliability and flexibility of our supplies.

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"By utilizing the new container terminal, we are taking an important step toward making our transport operations more efficient and environmentally friendly," says Filip Biesmans, director of Biesmans Group chairman of the VIG (United Industrialists of Genk).""As chairman, I support the further expansion of the Port of Limburg, because a strong inland port is essential to our region’s competitiveness. This terminal not only helps reduce traffic congestion on the roads but also lowers transportation costs for businesses and contributes to a more sustainable economy in and around Genk."

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International logistics, locally anchored

As a holding company with international suppliers and strong local roots, Biesmans Group has made a Biesmans Group choice to optimize its logistics with a focus on sustainability. The container of EPDM was transported entirely by water from the United States to the heart of Limburg, just one kilometer from our distribution center.

Within the group, RoofYou, our distribution arm, plays a key role as a hub for EPDM products and more in the Benelux. This sustainable approach strengthens our position as a reliable partner for roofing and facade professionals.

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‍Astep that will not go unnoticed

The arrival of the container did not go unnoticed outside the sector either. Local media, including Het Belang van Limburg and TVL, covered this initiative. This underscores the broader significance of this sustainable logistics choice—not only for Biesmans Group, but for the entire region.

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