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“shipping company” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeːdəˈʁaɪ̯/

Example

Viele Reedereien investieren in energieeffiziente Schiffe.

Many shipping companies are investing in energy-efficient ships.

Illustration for Reederei (shipping company)

How to say “shipping company” in German

“Shipping company” in German is Reederei.

A maritime company managing ships as a coordinated service for freight or travel.

Full entry for Reederei: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Reederei

Die Firma schloss einen Vertrag mit der Reederei ab.

The company signed a contract with the shipping company.

Tips for using Reederei

  • Reederei refers to a company, whereas Werft refers to a shipyard and Spedition usually refers to a freight-forwarding business.

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