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Since 1898 family owned and managed
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Environmental-friendly fleet
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~3.000 committed people
Wagenborg. For sure
Founded in 1898, Royal Wagenborg is a global maritime logistics family-business. With 3,000 professionals and an extensive fleet on both land and sea, we deliver safe and sustainable logistic solutions. With confidence, we proudly walk the extra mile to deliver on our promises, whatever the challenge. Our people are the pillar of strength for our customers, each other, the environment and the generations to come. Wagenborg. For sure.
Latest from Royal Wagenborg
Four CO₂ tanks loaded for Carbon Destroyer 1
This week marks an important milestone in the development of the Carbon Destroyer 1, the innovative CO₂ carrier currently under construction at shipyard Royal Niestern Sander in Delfzijl. In Harelbeke, Belgium, four large CO₂ tanks were successfully loaded onto two inland vessels. These tanks are essential components of the carrier’s storage system and will enable the vessel to transport captured CO₂ safely and efficiently.
Mobilisation of Van Oord’s Boreas completed at Wagenborg Terminal Eemshaven
The Wagenborg terminal in Eemshaven once again proved its strategic value in the offshore energy sector. Van Oord’s Boreas—the largest offshore wind installation vessel in its fleet—was demobilised at the terminal following successful operations at the North Sea Cluster. Currently, preparations began for the vessel’s next assignment: the Hollandse Kust West project, where Boreas will install monopiles in the North Sea. Wagenborg is supporting this mobilisation project with a variety of assets and crews.
Lock gate successfully positioned in Eemshaven basin for testing
A significant step was taken in the Brunsbüttel lock gate project in Eemshaven. The massive lock gate, previously transported from Emden to Eemshaven aboard the Wagenborg Barge 10 pontoon, was successfully lifted from the barge and positioned into the water for testing. This operation marks the next phase in a complex and carefully coordinated infrastructure project that showcases Wagenborg’s expertise in heavy transport and lifting.
Our operations are built on sustainability
We are continuously aware of our impact on the environment and people around us. Our drive is to make our business more sustainable every day and to pass this on to future generations.
Stories from our business
Turning challenges into sustainable solutions — Wagenborg. For sure.
Building on a legacy
1898
Founder Egbert Wagenborg settles ashore and started the family company offering shipping, ferry, towage and steveroring services in the first decade of the 20th century.
1950
The Wagenborg was growing significantly with a series of 500 tons vessels, all with a -borg name.
1986
The concession for the ferry connection between Ameland and Schiermonnikoog was awarded privately to Wagenborg by the national government.
2000
After the previous takeovers of multiple crane companies, such as Kramer and Lommerts KSM, the Van Wezel Group was acquired. Wagenborg now was able to offer a national coverage of crane rental and lifting services.
2008
Wagenborg acquires 100% of Royal Niestern Sander resulting in the availability of an in-house shipyard for fleet development, new building and maintenance.
2013
Wagenborg and Shell sign a 10-year contract for the walk to work vessel Kroonborg. This new type of vessels changes the standard for offshore maintenance on the North Sea.
2017
Innovative EasyMax series wins Shipping Award due to its hull shape, latge intake, ice class 1A and minimal engine power resulting in the world’s most energy efficient ship in its segment.
2025
Construction of the first European built dedicated CO2 carrier to serve INEOS Energy in a CCS project on the North Sea.
1924
The first chartering of a sea going vessel involved a cargo of roof tiles for the vessel ‘Weldaad’ of Daniël Pot.
1974
After the Scheldeborg (2.400 dwt) as the first ice-classed box-shaped timber ship, the 3.500 DWT Maasborg was added tot he fleet.
1992
With the introduction of 9,000-tonners, Wagenborg was able to serve the Transatlantic market in addition to its growing presence in the European market with 4,000-tonners.
2003
To be directly present on the Swedish and North American market, Wagenborg starts local chartering branche offices in Malmö and Montréal.
2011
Wagenborg starts crewing offices in Manila and St. Petersburg next to the Delfzijl crewing office to improve the recruitment and development of Wagenborg crew members.
2014
Wagenborg completes a periode of 15 years of shipbuilding at several shipyards resulting in over 100 vessels between 8.000 and 21.000 DWT with the highest Finnish/Swedish 1A ice class.
2022
Acquisition of two 80 tBP ASD tugs tugs to strengthen the position in the Dutch ports of Delfzijl and Eemshaven and its LNG terminal.
2026
Construction of a new generations of fuel flex EasyMax 2.0 vessels. These 14.000 DWT general cargo vessels are prepared for sailing on methanol, ammonia and LNG.
Our business areas
Our services
Dry cargo shipping
Our fleet of box-shaped dry cargo vessels is young and environmentally friendly. With the diversity in type and tonnage, we are flexible for both cargo contracts as well as spot shipments.
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Our services
Port & terminals
From agency services to warehousing and from transshipments to tug assistance. Wagenborg takes care of your business in the ports of Delfzijl and Eemshaven.
Our services
Offshore & Towage
With specialized and custom build vessels Wagenborg supports the offshore industry, resulting in more efficiency, better safety and higher workability.
Our services
Ferry services
Wagenborg operates the ferry service to the Dutch Wadden islands Ameland and Schiermonnikoog with 4 ferries and 2 express services.
Our services
Ship building, repair and conversion
Royal Niestern Sander is a versatile and innovative shipyard specialized in shipbuilding, repair and conversions.
Our services
Heavy lift and transport
Wagenborg Nedlift is your specialist regarding horizontal, vertical and heavy transport.
Our services
Rig services
Wagenborg Foxdrill has performed hundreds of rig moves, built state-of-the-art derrick packages, modified and inspected many rigs and have driven numerous conductors.
