Welcome to ISL

The Institute of Shipping Economics and Logistics was founded in Bremen in 1954 and has since become one of Europe's leading institutions for research, consultancy and know-how transfer in maritime logistics.

Voices on ISL

Dr. Iven Krämer
Head of Division “Port and Shipping Industry”, City of Bremen

The ISL is an institution within the maritime sector that is always on the cutting edge and which I currently perceive as the central "Institute for Smart SoLutions".

Capt. Runa Jörgens
Head of Issues and Projects/Shipping, German Maritime Centre

As the German Maritime Center, we have found ISL to be a reliable and competent contractor for our studies. The cooperation with the team was very pleasant and efficient.

Stefan Breitenbach
Head of Project Department, Port of Hamburg

Through joint projects we have come to know and appreciate the ISL as an absolute expert and reliable partner. We are looking forward to further collaborative projects!

Jan Wünderlich
Head of Corporate Development, Brüning Group

We appreciate the direct contact with the development team and the expertise tailored to our needs. Thanks to ISL, we are prepared for the future and look forward to further cooperation.

Petra Lüdeke
Managing Director BHV - Bremische Hafen- und Logistikvertretung e.V.

I have come to know ISL as a valuable partner and source of ideas across various areas within maritime logistics. I particularly value their expertise in analysing maritime markets and their contributions to the forward-looking development of our ports.