About us
As part of the MPC Capital Group, Harper Petersen provides a comprehensive range of shipbroking services to the maritime industry, specializing in container, bulk and tanker shipping. As a highly diversified broking house, we are headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, with branch offices in Shanghai, China; Singapore; and Rhoon, Netherlands.
Our extensive experience across different segments enables us to offer clients personalized, efficient, and independent services. We are a first-class partner with deep market insight and comprehensive industry coverage, maintaining a close, personal, and reliable network within the maritime sector.
History
Harper Petersen has a rich history in the maritime industry. Over the decades, we have adapted to the evolving dynamics of global trade and shipping, becoming a trusted partner for shipowners, operators, and charterers worldwide.
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1943
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2007
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2015
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2019
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2023
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2024
1943
Foundation of Harper Petersen in the United Kingdom and establishment as one of the leading chartering agents in the 1980s.
2007
Establishment of Harper Petersen & Co. (Asia) Ltd.
2015
Setting up a bulk desk at Harper Petersen.
2019
Zeaborn and MPC Capital merge their shipping activities in shipbroking, chartering and commercial management under the Harper Petersen brand.
2023
MPC Capital acquires all remaining shares in Harper Petersen.
2024
Merger of the tank, bulk, and sale & purchase activities of Albis Shipping into Harper Petersen.
Chartering
maintains and advances good relationships with global market participants like owners, charterers and brokers. It identifies market trends and opportunities, aligns ships with market requirements, negotiates and concludes charter contracts and secures optimal employment under both, short and long-term contracts.
Operations
handles day-to-day business, maintaining communication between Owners and Charterers during and after charters. This includes providing instructions to vessel command, coordinating delivery and re-delivery, vessel repair and maintenance, managing off-hire phases, and handling claims, casualties, complaints, and disputes.
Future Fuels & Compliance
supports customers in decarbonizing vessel operations. The Marine Decarbonisation Team develops solutions to reduce carbon footprints, ensuring regulatory compliance and offering green transport services. We adopt a holistic approach, focusing on efficiency improvements, fuel choices, and stakeholder engagement.
