How it all began
Steinweg has a long history, that dates back to 1847. Steinweg has since grown to became a global, market-leading partner in the commodity trade. We operate in 55 countries with approximately 6,400 employees. The markets we operate in are constantly evolving, and to keep pace our services are continually evolving in response to international and local trends, changes, and customer needs.
1847
Establishment of C. Steinweg in Rotterdam
By Constantin and Desiderius Steinweg.
1963
The first LME warrants are issued.
Virtually all major metals are traded on the LME.
1970
Start of activities at ‘Seinehaven’
takeover of Pakhoed’s warehousing activities” which started the Chemicals activities.
1981
Opening of the office in Sao Paolo
1984
The first office is opened in Singapore
This is the first LME location in Asia.
1991
Location in Dubai is opened
1994
The first location in China is opened
1996
GMT (Adriatic Coast) is added to the C. Steinweg Group
2000
Opening of the office in Korea
2004
Opening of the port in Oman and the Steinweg terminal
2006
Pol Agent (Poland region) is added to the C. Steinweg Group
2007
Opening of the office in Turkey
2012
Bridge Shipping Group (Pty) (Southern Africa region) becomes part of the C. Steinweg Group
2013
Opening of the office in India
2015
Launch of Steinweg Online
Launched in Singapore to drive digital innovation and enhance consistent customer services across the C. Steinweg network.
2022
Development of Pier 6 in Rotterdam