Built for the niche,

About Us

not the noise.

Built for the niche,

About Us

not the noise.

Built for the niche,

About Us

not the noise.

Sector depth. Growth capability. Full execution. Few firms bring all three to logistics. We do.

Sector depth. Growth capability. Full execution. Few firms bring all three to logistics. We do.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

What Drives Us.

Helm & Harbour was founded by two senior marketing professionals with deep expertise in international marketing and the maritime and logistics industry. Together, they combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution — because in complex industries, marketing needs to deliver more than just visibility.

Mission

We help maritime and logistics companies get seen, get trusted, and get chosen.

Vision

To become the most trusted growth partner for companies in maritime industry.

Values

Reliability. Transparency. Impact.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

What Drives Us.

Helm & Harbour was founded by two senior marketing professionals with deep expertise in international marketing and the maritime and logistics industry. Together, they combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution — because in complex industries, marketing needs to deliver more than just visibility.

Mission

We help maritime and logistics companies get seen, get trusted, and get chosen.

Vision

To become the most trusted growth partner for companies in maritime industry.

Values

Reliability. Transparency. Impact.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

What Drives Us.

Helm & Harbour was founded by two senior marketing professionals with deep expertise in international marketing and the maritime and logistics industry. Together, they combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution — because in complex industries, marketing needs to deliver more than just visibility.

Mission

We help maritime and logistics companies get seen, get trusted, and get chosen.

Vision

To become the most trusted growth partner for companies in maritime industry.

Values

Reliability. Transparency. Impact.

The Team

People You Can Rely On.

Our strength lies in our people — we have an extensive network of specialists.

Charlene brings 15+ years of international marketing and communications experience across maritime, logistics, and corporate environments, including DCSA, Oracle, ABN AMRO, and ING. She specialises in positioning, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement, helping organisations turn complex industry challenges into clear strategies that drive visibility, credibility, and growth.

At Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), she led PR, industry events, and executive thought leadership, including the development of its flagship State of the Industry report. Today, she helps maritime and logistics organisations translate their expertise into commercial and reputational impact.

Charlene Baldinger

Co-Founder & CEO

Marie brings 20+ years of international marketing experience across corporate and entrepreneurial environments. She specialises in building marketing functions from the ground up, with expertise in positioning, CRM, marketing automation, lead generation, and data-driven growth.

At DCSA, she led the digital marketing transformation, from sales funnels to a new website, industry campaigns, and the implementation of Salesforce CRM. As founder of ALMA, a Mexican spirits brand, she also brings hands-on international business experience across China, Mexico, and Europe. Fluent in Spanish, she combines strategic marketing expertise with an entrepreneurial, international perspective.

Marie van Wensen

Co-Founder & COO

Global reach, local strength.

Our Location

We Operate from:

Image of the Rotterdam Headquarters

Amsterdam, Netherlands

European Headquarters

Located in the capital of the Netherlands

Workers moving around on warehouse

Global reach, local strength.

Our Location

We Operate from:

Amsterdam, Netherlands

European Headquarters

Workers moving around on warehouse

Global reach, local strength.

Our Location

We Operate from:

Image of the Rotterdam Headquarters

Amsterdam, Netherlands

European Headquarters

Located in the capital of the Netherlands

Workers moving around on warehouse