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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
Wagenborg executes urgent transport from Genemuiden (NL) to Lindø (DK)
Just before Christmas, Wagenborg received a request to transport two tools including frames by barge from Genemuiden to Lindø, Denmark. The loading date of January 7, 2026, was already fixed when the assignment was confirmed.
A retrospect on 2025
2025 was a year in which we not only achieved goals but also pushed boundaries. We collaborated on innovative solutions, sustainable initiatives, and strong connections both within and outside our organization. Every project, every collaboration, and every step forward contributed to a future in which we can be proud of what we have achieved together. This year demonstrated that growth isn't just about numbers, but about people, ideas, and the power of collaboration. With this energy, we look confidently towards 2026: a year in which we continue to innovate, inspire, and make an impact.
International vessels divert to Delfzijl for full service port call and maintenance
Jan De Nul and BBC Chartering utilize Wagenborg’s private berths and full-service support, ensuring capacity and continuity in the North Sea region.
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.
