deep sea vessels
million cars shipped annually
million cars sold annually
Hesnes Shipping was established in 1974
Hesnes Shipping AS has more than 50 years of history as shipbrokers, specialised in automobile transportation and logistics. Today, we are the dominant shipbroker in this field, covering every aspect of the market worldwide.
Since the beginning, the company has been specialized shipbrokers in worldwide automobile transportation. Our start-up coincided with the development of modern oceangoing car transportation, and we have since then been able to maintain a central position in this field.
Our brokers have direct dialogue with all major operators and ship owners in the car carrier industry.
Aim
We aim to be a reliable and valuable resource for our customers in the car carrier market, by combining our in-house knowledge of short and deep sea car transportation. Our philosophy is to run a tight operation with a small number of people, backed by modern technology. We consider our employees to be our biggest asset.
Our business concept has focused on automobile transportation, since the very beginning. We will do our utmost to maintain the support of our customers, also in the years to come, when we intend to offer an even better, more comprehensive service to the industry.
Our business
Chartering
Hesnes Shipping’s brokers are in contact with all owners and operators of car carriers worldwide.
We are in close contact with several car manufacturers and shippers of new and used cars. Our global network ensures our strong position in the car carrier market.
Sale & purchase
Through our global network, our dedicated brokers are able to offer efficient transactions for sale or purchase of car carriers.
Valuation
Hesnes Shipping evaluates a major part of the car carrier fleet annually and has a solid track record with owners and financial institutions offering this service.
Financing/leasing
Our team will be able to assist in securing financing, on any project involving car carriers.
We have a long track record of working with shipping banks. We also work closely with private, as well as public, companies and investors.
Demolition
Our brokers are experienced in scrapping of car carriers and offer reliable solutions.
Newbuildings
Hesnes Shipping has a worldwide contact network of shipyards experienced in building car carriers.
We have also in-depth knowledge of design and technical solutions, enabling us to create and provide the most modern versions of any size and type of car carrier.
Operations
Our Operations department offers supervision and follow-up on all our contracts and charter parties.
Tailor-made solutions can be arranged depending on the individual client’s needs.
Market analysis
Our dedicated market analyst follows the car carrier market closely.
Historical facts and future forecasts are provided on ad-hoc basis supporting our clients.