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Come on a big trip with us!

KD, a traditional company with almost 200 years of experience in passenger shipping, stands for the highest standards of safety, innovation and customer friendliness. As the market leader in the excursion, charter and event segment, KD is the first choice for unforgettable experiences on board.

The KD combines breathtaking views, culinary delights and first-class service with unique moments on the Rhine, creating lasting memories. KD 's vision is to connect people through unforgettable experiences on the water that become #kdmoments. The company attaches particular importance to sustainability, social responsibility and continuous innovation.

The fleet is divided into three areas: Traditional ships such as the historic paddle wheeler "Goethe", event ships such as the "MS RheinMagie", KD's largest ship, and hotel ships such as the "KD Moment", which is used for event cruises, events and as a floating hotel during trade fairs.

KD operates its ships via a Luxembourg subsidiary whose sole shareholder is KD GmbH. In addition to ship operation, the company is successfully active in the rental of landing stages and shore power management, which underlines KD 's sustainable orientation. In 2024, KD received an ESG rating for the first time and was awarded the bronze medal - a further step towards sustainable corporate development.

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Corporate values

Seven KD characterize our corporate culture

Unique

We are unique and create special #kdmoments for employees and guests!

Innovation

We are innovative and set trends for the entire industry.

Passion

We are passionate and love our job!

Fun

We have fun at work and experience special moments with employees and guests!

Respect

We treat employees and guests with respect and as equals!

Sustainability

We are sustainable and treat our environment responsibly!

Welcoming

We welcome employees and guests at any time!

Vacancies

Together as a team we create unique #kdmoments. Jobs at KD are as diverse as our company. We offer you career prospects on land and on the ships on the Rhine, Main and Moselle.

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Education

We train! We are a member of the Cologne Chamber of Industry and Commerce and offer many exciting apprenticeships in inland shipping, gastronomy or in our administration in the best location in Cologne's old town. We look forward to receiving your application!

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Your contact persons

Thank you for your interest in our company. Our colleagues in the HR department will be happy to answer any questions you may have about your application and our company.

Matthias Schmidt

Vacancies on board

KD Europe S.à r.L.
44, Esplanade de la Moselle
L-6637 Wasserbillig

+352 / 26 12 80

recruitment(at)k-d.com

Patrick Stupp

Vacancies on board

Köln-Düsseldorfer
Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH
Frankenwerft 35
50667 Cologne
recruitment(at)kd.com

Mandy Goldemann-Schneider

Vacancies on land

Cologne-Düsseldorfer
Frankenwerft 35
50667 Cologne

application(at)k-d.com