Our team operates across four locations in Germany, Luxembourg, Cyprus, and Belgium, with a proven track record of delivering tailored solutions for the inland shipping industry. We support more than 100 vessels with an extensive pool of over 4,000 experienced professionals. Thanks to our wide range of services and the opportunities provided by our various branches, we can optimally staff inland vessels. This allows us to offer payroll solutions not only in Germany but also through our other locations. This creates numerous benefits for both the crew and our clients.

For the crew, this means we can offer tailored working conditions, including salary, pension arrangements, and other benefits that meet their needs. For our clients, we provide the flexibility to offer attractive conditions for their employees while simultaneously reducing administrative burdens and minimizing risks – all at a competitive price.

Additionally, our loyal customers benefit from a unique advantage: they are given priority when new personnel become available. This allows them to have first choice and better meet their crew requirements.
In addition to our own staff, we also rely on a network of trusted partners. This enables us to respond flexibly and quickly to various staffing needs, ensuring that we always provide the right solution – even in the face of unexpected challenges.

As a company, we rely on modern technologies, efficient software systems and relevant (social) media platforms. This enables us to optimize the recruitment and retention of the right personnel. By using these tools effectively, we can respond more quickly to the wishes of our customers and our staff, which contributes to efficient and sustainable collaboration.
Our team is the driving force behind VDB Group’s success. With extensive expertise and experience in the inland shipping industry, our professionals ensure first-class service and personal attention.

Our employees come from different countries and speak several languages, which enables us to communicate effectively and operate smoothly in the markets in which we operate. They have in-depth knowledge of local laws and regulations as well as specific international regulations such as Regulation 883/2004 and specific inland shipping legislation. This extensive expertise enables us to understand the complexity of labor and ship management and, on this basis, to offer optimal solutions that comply with the applicable regulations. By combining this knowledge with a customer-oriented approach, we can offer customized solutions that are precisely tailored to the specific needs of our customers and our personnel.

At VDB Group, we believe in collaboration and commitment. Our team is always ready to advise you, provide support and work together on the development and safety of your inland waterway activities. Together we are building an efficient future for inland shipping.

 
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