SDG 7. Affordable and clean energy

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SDG 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure

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SDG 11. Sustainable cities and communities

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SDG 12. Responsible consumption and production

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SDG 13. Climate Action

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SDG 14. Life below water

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What We Deliver

Sustainable maritime solutionsDamen’s work on the electrification of the maritime industry falls under the so-called E3 umbrella. That is, environmentally friendly, efficient in operation and economically viable. The shipyards group is currently working on a number of projects for electric vessels.

Sustainable solutions

Building a Sustainable Future

We are committed to integrating sustainability into our solutions. This includes focusing on emissions reduction, circular design, collaboration, implementing new financial models and production methods that take into account the full lifecycle of our products and services.

Key ambitions

We strive to work with partners to drive innovation and improve infrastructure for the benefit of all.
Our commitment drives us to build vessels that emit zero harmful emissions and utilise clean energy sources.
We design solutions with a focus on making a positive impact on local communities.
Our approach is centres ensures that our vessels have a minimal impact on the environment throughout their lifecycle.
We invest in research, development, and innovation to future-proof our designs.
We optimise every aspect of our design, production, and performance to minimise our impact on the environment.

Electric tugs

Electric ferries

Sustainable crew transfer

NOx reduction system

Sustainable innovation

Ballast Water Treatment systems

Building a Sustainable Future

Zero Emissions
We develop adaptable green solutions, reducing emissions and operating costs while improving energy efficiency and gaining a competitive advantage. Our solutions are future-ready, incorporating the use of alternative and renewable energy sources.
Cradle-to-cradle
Design for sustainability goes beyond environmental consciousness, shifting from linear to circular business models. At Damen, our Financial Services, Shiprepair & Conversion, Services, Trading, Repair & Services and DMS teams offer potential for circular solutions.
Innovation
Innovation in partnership is key to a sustainable future. We prioritise adapting and integrating new technologies into our designs for future success.

Advancing Zero-Emissions

Zero emissions

We’re committed to developing solutions that reduce emissions. Our focus includes noise, vibration, heat, and cold emissions. We measure our performance with our E3 label, representing Environmentally friendly, Efficient in operation, and Economically viable solutions.

Creating a Sustainable Future

Recycling to Reimagining

Designing for sustainability requires a circular approach. Our goal is to keep products in use, share, reuse, and change their purpose. With circular design principles, we can reduce our environmental impact and operate more efficiently, while gaining a competitive advantage.

Ensuring sustainability together

Innovation

Our Research, Development and Innovation department is at the forefront of our sustainability effort. We work closely with partners towards sustainable innovations. We have created the Lighthouse experience centre, providing a space to gain familiarity with future technologies.

UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s)

Projects

Zero emissions

Sustainable stories

Navigating to Zero

Let’s raise the bar in sustainability, together. Contact Damen and get in touch with our experts. Our team is happy to help you.

Sustainable solutions

Building a Sustainable Future

Key ambitions

Building a Sustainable Future

Zero Emissions

Cradle-to-cradle

Innovation

Zero emissions

Recycling to Reimagining

Innovation

Projects

Building efficient vessels with clean energy.

Products linked to this SDG:

Think Global, Act Local. Tailoring solutions towards sustainability.

Products linked to this SDG:

Responsible sourcing and 100% circularity of Damen vessels.

Products linked to this SDG:

Zero emissions - for both vessels and production facilities.

Design, production and product performance are optimized towards low environmental impact.

Sustainable stories

Encouraging the next generation – a new approach by Damen Maaskant Shipyards Stellendam

Working for sustainability at Damen Shipyards Changde

Damen Shipyards Changde - supporting its local community

Navigating to Zero