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Your Trusted Maritime Logistics Partner
Founded in 1898, Wagenborg Shipping North America is a family-owned global maritime logistics leader with 3,000 professionals and an extensive fleet. We deliver safe, sustainable solutions across shipping, offshore services, port operations, and heavy transport. Our 125-year legacy combines innovation with reliability, prioritizing environmental responsibility through a comprehensive ESG strategy targeting 40% GHG reduction by 2030. With operations in 160+ countries, we specialize in dry cargo shipping, walk-to-work offshore solutions, and project cargo logistics. Our certified ISO 9001/14001/18001 systems ensure operational excellence, while our 24/7 port towage and agency services guarantee uninterrupted global support.We invest in next-generation vessels like the EasyMax series, combining ice-class capabilities with fuel efficiency. Our team's expertise extends to decommissioning, renewable energy projects, and complex engineering challenges. As a trusted partner to industries like agriculture, energy, and construction, we maintain 8,000 annual port calls and transport 31 million tons yearly. Our commitment to crew development through programs like the WATER leadership initiative ensures continuous operational improvement.
Services
Dry Cargo Shipping
Offshore Logistics
Port Services
Heavy Transport
Sustainable Solutions
Highlights and features
- 125 years of maritime logistics expertise with third-generation family leadership
- Sustainable fleet with 40% GHG reduction targets aligned with Paris Agreement
- 24/7 port towage service available in Ems region terminals
- Global network covering 160+ countries with local expertise in key markets
- Specialized offshore solutions including walk-to-work vessels and decommissioning services
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- OHSAS 18001
- Achilles
What people say
Excellent quality inspections
Year-round ice-class service
Transparent operations
Specialized offshore solutions
Modern eco-friendly fleet
Services
Dry Cargo Shipping
Our modern fleet of 160+ box-shaped multipurpose vessels provides flexible dry cargo solutions. With ice-class capabilities and tonnage ranging up to 23,000 DWT, we handle both contract and spot shipments globally. Our energy-efficient vessels minimize environmental impact while maintaining year-round reliability through advanced hull design and hybrid scrubber technology.
Offshore Logistics
Specialized offshore services include walk-to-work vessel operations, sea towage, and decommissioning. Our 9 purpose-built offshore vessels support oil & gas, renewables, and construction industries with 93% workability in Southern North Sea conditions. We provide safe crew transfers, rig moves, and complex engineering solutions for offshore infrastructure projects.
Port Services
Comprehensive port services in Delfzijl and Eemshaven include 24/7 tug assistance, warehousing, and agency services. With 390,000 m storage capacity and 31 insulated warehouses, we handle cargo transshipment, vessel husbandry, and customs clearance. Our AEO-certified operations ensure compliance with international security standards across 2,000 annual port calls.
Heavy Transport
Wagenborg Nedlift offers horizontal, vertical, and heavy transport solutions using state-of-the-art equipment. Our engineering team handles complex projects like bridge installations and industrial plant relocations, with capabilities up to 2,500-ton load-outs. We combine SPMT technology with precision planning for safe execution of oversized cargo movements across Europe.
Sustainable Solutions
Our ESG strategy targets 40% GHG reduction by 2030 through fleet modernization and operational efficiency. The EasyMax vessel series reduces fuel consumption by 20% compared to industry standards. We support renewable energy projects with specialized transport solutions and offer CO2 carrier development for carbon capture initiatives.
Questions
What maritime services does Royal Wagenborg offer?
We provide dry cargo shipping, offshore logistics, port services, heavy transport, and sustainable energy solutions through our global fleet of 160+ vessels.
How does Wagenborg support sustainable shipping?
Our ESG strategy includes 40% GHG reduction targets by 2030, modernizing our fleet with energy-efficient vessels like the EasyMax series, and developing CO2 carrier technology for carbon capture projects.
What regions do you operate in?
We maintain a global presence with key operations in Europe, Baltic regions, North America, and specialized offshore projects worldwide.
What specialized offshore capabilities do you have?
We operate 9 purpose-built offshore vessels including walk-to-work ships, provide decommissioning services, and support renewable energy projects with specialized transport solutions.
What career opportunities exist at Wagenborg?
We offer maritime and shore-based positions globally, with development programs like our WATER leadership initiative for seafarers and technical roles in engineering and logistics.
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