At FDR, we pride ourselves on being an independent, family-owned Dutch maritime broker who truly understands the shipping industry’s ins and outs. With our extensive knowledge and expertise, we can create insurance solutions tailored to your specific needs. Our dedicated team, with over 150 years of combined experience and specialised skills, is available 24/7 to provide unwavering support.
About us
We are here to help
We offer you more than just insurance services. Our commitment extends beyond that – we act as an extension of your team, managing all aspects of risk management. With our direct connections to major global maritime insurance markets, we enhance the speed and efficiency of insurance operations, ensuring fast quotes, seamless policy issuance, and prompt claims resolution for our customers. Our philosophy centres around building strong and collaborative relationships with our clients, and we are fully devoted to your success.
Guiding principles
The guiding principles of FDR serve as the driving force behind our customer-centric approach, fuelling our dedication to your success. It is deeply ingrained within our company culture, shaping every aspect of our operations. Even our name – FDR – embodies the core value we offer our customers: resilient financial stability, thorough due diligence, and comprehensive risk management.
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Our Team
Stefan gained most of his professional experience in the maritime, trading and transport industry. Understanding the challenges customers can face within these industries, Stefan wanted to offer risk management solutions that genuinely spoke to a customer’s risk management needs. His vision for FDR is to establish relationships based on transparency, customer-centricity, and trust so that we can help answer your needs with our bespoke solutions. Do not hesitate to contact Stefan to understand what FDR could offer you.
With almost 30 years of experience in shipping and as broker in maritime insurance, Marcel Krol is a seasoned maritime professional who understands the industry's unpredictable nature and energies. Having worked and lived in leading maritime regions such as Northern Europe, Singapore and the United States, Marcel brings a unique global perspective to his expertise. He specializes in risk management solutions for and in the maritime industry. His insights can provide you with the necessary assurance. Please contact him to assist you with your question.
Els has been working in the insurance industry for 35 years and does this work with great passion. As a Registered Insurance Broker, she is an all-round advisor, but her heart lies in advising Maritime insurance. Which cannot be otherwise with her shipping background. Els is customer-oriented, which translates into long-standing relationships. Investigating all options for the relationship to arrive at the best solution together is her spearhead. Personal contact and good service are of paramount importance. You can always contact her for professional and expert advice.
Armand Lans is a highly accomplished insurance professional with an impressive career spanning over 30 years. With a deep understanding of the sector, Armand has held key positions throughout his career. His ability to tailor insurance packages to meet specific needs stems from his comprehensive understanding of the challenges organizations face. Armand's expertise extends to marine underwriting, where his meticulous attention to detail and profound knowledge of marine insurance principles ensures superior client coverage. If you are seeking insurance solutions that perfectly align with your business requirements, we invite you to contact Armand directly to explore the diverse range of options that our team can provide.
Robert MacKay is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the energy industry, both onshore and offshore. With a robust background in risk management, Robert provides invaluable advice regarding potential risks that could impact a company's profitability and overall existence. With over 20 years of risk management and insurance expertise, Robert possesses knowledge tailored explicitly to the Energy sector, including renewables, marine, logistics, and clean tech. His dedication to putting clients first and ensuring their success drives him. We encourage you to contact Robert directly if you have any questions or would like to learn more. He is available to provide further information and address any inquiries.
Building upon 30 years of experience in the maritime industry, Bas Noorman is a shipping professional with a lot of know-how about the complex and specialised maritime sector. Having a customer-centric approach, Bas strongly focuses on building long-term partnerships. He specialises in risk management solutions for maritime liabilities, logistical liabilities and cargo (dry, break bulk, projects, perishable and frozen cargo). Please do not hesitate to contact Bas if you would like to discuss how he could help answer your risk mitigation questions about marine liability, logistics and cargo.
Philemon van der Bom, an experienced insurance consultant and broker with 20+ years of expertise, brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial background and industry knowledge. With a meticulous approach, he tailors policies to match clients' specific needs across various insurance types. Contact Philemon today for expert advice and personalized coverage that meets your insurance needs with precision and care.
As corporate lawyer Christina Georgiadou plays an important role within the FDR team. With a specialization in maritime and transport law, Christina stands for expert guidance, efficient claims handling and offering the best solutions based on the expectations and ambitions of our clients.
Robert-Jan Wensing is an experienced professional with 25 years of expertise in credit management and finance. At FDR, he manages the financial activities and provides valuable insights that contribute to the optimization of our financial processes. His extensive knowledge enables him to implement strategic improvements that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our financial management. Robert-Jan's passion for finance and his ability to analyze complex financial issues make him an invaluable asset to our team.
Luciano La Paglia plays a pivotal role in overseeing the financial operations of our organization. With a wealth of expertise, Luciano is an invaluable asset to our team, exemplifying unparalleled dedication and skill. Possessing over 25 years of experience in finance, he brings a profound level of knowledge and insight to his role. Contributing to our collective success, we are privileged to have him on our team.
At FDR, Ina den Braber shines as our go-to person for managing accounts payable. With a wealth of diverse experiences, she brings a diverse range of expertise. Ina began her professional journey in administration at a plastic manufacturing factory, where she honed her skills. She then continued her career at a law firm, where she gained valuable insights. Today, we're fortunate to have Ina as an esteemed team member, lending her exceptional administrative acumen to support FDR in every way possible.
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