Internship @ MPL (testimonial)
I'm Vincent Vekemans and I'm currently in the last year of my bachelor's degree in Logistics Energy Management at KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts. During the past 8 weeks, I did an internship as a forwarder at Manuport Logistics (MPL for short) in Antwerp. It was an unforgettable experience and I learned a lot of new skills.
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When I first entered the MPL building for the interview, I felt the warm and welcoming atmosphere that defines the MPL family. All the employees made sure that I felt at home. Everyone was very sociable, and kind. MPL even organized a COVID-friendly lunch for all interns and a few employees.
During the first few days, I got to observe and analyze the work flow of a forwarder. The other interns and I followed a short course on the company's LQS system. Shortly after, I got the opportunity to prepare files for customers and communicate with them. After only three weeks, I was functioning on my own, with the necessary support from my mentor.
During those 8 weeks, I learned a lot about forwarding. Besides developing hard skills, I also got to work on my soft skills. At the end of my internship, I was able to communicate independently with customers and I could plan transport myself.
My personal and professional development is all thanks to the autonomy and opportunities that MPL offered me. They supported me better than I could have ever imagined. If you are looking for an internship company that creates opportunities, supports you to develop yourself, and leaves you free to challenge yourself and others within the working environment, Manuport Logistics is definitely the company to go to.
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MPL and Belgian Sugar Exports Accelerate as Harvest Yields Strong Results
With the start of the sugar campaign just behind us, Belgian sugar exports are gaining momentum. During the previous sugar season, Belgian freight forwarder Manuport Logistics (MPL) transported 28,599 containers, representing 719,000 tons of sugar. The forwarder plays a key role in Belgian sugar exports, which remained stable at 112 kilotons in July 2025 but were 43 percent lower than a year earlier. Expectations are higher for the current season, partly due to favorable weather conditions and rapid initial growth of the beets.
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Market Situation – Compass – September '25
As part of our commitment to our partners, we share information and try to provide you with some context with periodic reports like the following, with relevant information on the logistics industry. To keep some overview, we have broken this report down into geographical regions and into bullets. Although not all trades are in the report, similar trends apply. If you require more detailed info on a specific trade or topic you can always reach out to your usual Manuport contact.
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