Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner in Global Logistics Solutions
Established in 1911, we are a globally recognized leader in international freight forwarding and logistics solutions. Our expertise spans over a century of delivering specialized transportation services for complex projects, including energy industry construction, U.S. Embassy developments, and government aid shipments. With a focus on risk mitigation and timely delivery, we leverage our extensive global network to serve clients across the Middle East, Europe, Russia, and beyond.Our 230,000 sq ft warehouse and 4-acre outdoor storage facility in Hanover, Maryland, support comprehensive logistics needs. As former members of the ZB European Organization, we maintain the highest standards of operational excellence and client-centric service.
Services
Ocean Freight
Air Freight
Warehousing
Project Freight Forwarding
Agent Support
Details
- Year established: 1911
Highlights and features
- We have over 110 years of experience in international logistics
- We offer 230,000 sq ft of warehouse space with 4 acres of outdoor storage
- Our team specializes in complex project freight for energy infrastructure
- We maintain a global network for seamless international transportation
- Our Hanover, MD facility serves as a strategic East Coast logistics hub
Services
Ocean Freight
Our ocean freight expertise minimizes administrative delays while optimizing delivery schedules for international shipments. Specializing in oversized cargo and project freight, we manage complex logistics for energy infrastructure and construction projects. With strategic port connections across six continents, we ensure reliable transportation of heavy machinery and industrial equipment.
Air Freight
Our global air freight network enables door-to-door delivery to any international destination. We specialize in time-sensitive shipments for government agencies and energy sector clients. Through strategic carrier partnerships, we maintain capacity for urgent cargo ranging from critical infrastructure components to humanitarian aid supplies.
Warehousing
Our Maryland facility provides 230,000 square feet of secure warehouse space complemented by four acres of outdoor lay-down area. This infrastructure supports inventory management, cargo consolidation, and customs clearance operations for both domestic and international shipments. The facility serves as a critical hub for East Coast distribution and project staging.
People
Robert Shoemaker
Co-Owner
With decades of experience in international logistics, Robert Shoemaker co-owns and manages operations at Zust Bachmeier. His expertise in project freight forwarding and global supply chain management has driven the company's success since becoming an independent entity in 1992.
Thomas Graefe
Co-Owner
Thomas Graefe brings extensive international shipping knowledge to his role as co-owner of Zust Bachmeier. His leadership focuses on maintaining the company's century-old commitment to excellence while adapting to modern logistics challenges through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships.
Questions
What types of freight do you specialize in?
We specialize in project freight for energy infrastructure, government shipments, and construction materials. Our expertise includes handling oversized cargo for international projects.
Do you handle international customs clearance?
Yes, we provide comprehensive customs clearance services with expertise in complex international regulations and documentation requirements.
What warehouse facilities do you offer?
Our Hanover, MD facility includes 230,000 sq ft of warehouse space and 4 acres of secure outdoor storage for cargo staging and inventory management.
How long have you been in business?
We've been providing logistics solutions since 1911, making us one of the most experienced freight forwarding companies in the industry.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate globally with particular expertise in Middle East, European, Russian, and North American shipping routes.
Are you a standalone company or part of a network?
We've been an independent operation since 1992 while maintaining strategic partnerships that enable global service delivery.
