After many years of dedicated commitment, we say goodbye to a valued colleague: instructor Gerard Smit.

Within the inland shipping and maritime sector, the focus on proper crew management is increasing. Not only in terms of planning and availability, but especially due to growing requirements related to compliance, certificates, work and rest hours, and reporting.

A quarter century of commitment to safety, quality and expertise

We are proud to share that our colleague Wesley has been nominated for Young Port Talent 2026! A great recognition for someone who is deeply committed to developing people and organisations within the Port of Rotterdam.

In collaboration with STC Next, Transafe Academy delivered two intensive Terminal Management training programmes for Pertamina employees in Jakarta, Indonesia, in October 2025.

In 2026, Transafe Academy offers a broad and well-structured training programme for professionals in tank storage and terminal operations.

Effective 1 January 2026, the revised ES-TRIN will enter into force. This memo provides an overview of the key updates and the transitional arrangements for existing vessels.

On behalf of the entire Transafe team, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and a healthy, safe and successful 2026.

Important changes have been made to the classification of several Diesels and Gas Oils.
What does this mean for transport and for practical operations on board or at terminals?

Mathias Potvin, Terminal Manager at LBC Rotterdam, has been named Plant Manager of the Year 2025 — an honor that he insists belongs not only to him but to the entire team. We spoke with him about his new title and what it represents.

As the dealer for inland shipping, we listen closely to the challenges faced by end users. Their input shapes how Marad evolves and which functionalities are added.

The success of Marad depends on three factors: stable software, motivated users, and proper implementation. Transafe supports you in all three.