The roots of Swiss Inland Solutions go back to 2006, when brothers Rick and Bart van den Boomgaard started working together in European inland shipping.

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What began on board developed over the years into extensive hands-on experience across the international shipping industry.

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Rick built his career in European inland shipping, progressing through various operational roles to become a captain. With nearly two decades of hands-on experience, he developed extensive knowledge of navigation, vessel operations and the challenges of the inland shipping industry.

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Beyond his experience on board, Rick has also been involved in the ownership and commercial operation of several inland vessels. This has given him a broader perspective on the industry, combining practical experience as a captain with the responsibilities of a vessel owner and operator, including commercial management, chartering, personnel, financial performance and operational coordination.

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Bart's career extended beyond European inland shipping into the international maritime industry. His experience includes seagoing shipping and the global marine fuel and bunkering sector, where he held a position as Superintendent for a multinational company. This role provided him with valuable experience in international maritime operations, technical coordination, operational management and working within complex international organisations.

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Together, their backgrounds combine hands-on navigation, vessel ownership, commercial ship operations and international maritime management — providing a practical understanding of the shipping industry from the wheelhouse to the boardroom.

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In 2022, Rick and Bart met Frits Bazen. With more than 25 years of experience in the Swiss transport and logistics industry, Frits brought a different but complementary perspective: extensive knowledge of the Swiss business environment, a strong professional network and many years of experience in management, company development and quality management.

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His background, supported by a Master of Science in Total Quality Management, brought additional expertise in organisational development, professional management and quality standards.

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It quickly became clear that these two worlds were a natural fit.

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Rick and Bart brought practical experience in European inland shipping and international maritime operations. Frits brought the experience, network and business environment of Switzerland. Together, they developed a clear vision:

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To combine hands-on shipping experience with the professional

and international business environment of Switzerland.

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That vision became the foundation of Swiss Inland Solutions.

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What started as a collaboration has since developed into a growing organisation with specialists in vessel operations, corporate management, HR and payroll, accounting, taxation, safety, compliance and other disciplines essential to modern inland shipping.

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Today, Swiss Inland Solutions brings these specialists together under one roof and supports shipping companies, vessel owners and maritime professionals throughout Europe.

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Through Swiss Inland Shipping, Swiss Inland Support and Swiss Inland Crewing, we combine practical experience on board with professional expertise ashore.

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One organisation, built around the needs of European inland shipping.

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