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Environment

The modern world has a growing demand for ocean transport. Although shipping is considered the most environment-friendly way of moving goods around the world, considerable challenges must be overcome to ensure that this form of transport takes even better account of environmental considerations.

 

As a company dedicated to ocean transport and logistics, WW’s aim is to reduce the impact of its cargo-carrying operations. Its vision is to improve operations continuously in seeking to achieve zero emissions, and thereby contribute to a cleaner global environment.

 

 

WW environmental initiatives

 Fuel         Carbon dioxide            Sulphur oxides             Nitrogen oxides        

 

Solar power           Energy management        Weather routing 

 

Oil spills              Ship recycling             Ballast water     

 

Waste      Chemicals and refrigerants        Antifouling       Bilge water    

 

Environmental reports

Learn more in our environmental reports about how we are making a positive impact on environmental issues relevant to the maritime industry.

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More environmental stories

Orcelle - a concept vessel

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics (WWL, 50-50 owned by WW and Wallenius Lines) were asked by Toyota to develop an zero emission vessel for Expo 2005 in Japan. The result was E/S Orcelle, developed in cooperation with Wilhelmsen Marine Consultants.

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WW received "Best in class"

On 13 March 2008, WW was awarded the Best in Class symbol from the Storebrand group, a leading player in Norwegian markets for pensions, life and health insurance, banking and asset management.

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Thor Heyerdahl International Maritime Environmental Award

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics (50% owned by WW) has been awarded the Thor Heyerdahl International Maritime Environmental Award 2007 for its commitment to improving the environmental standards in the shipping industry.

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Environmental report

Contact

Benedicte Gude

Communication manager, Corporate communication
Wilh. Wilhelmsen ASA

Telephone:+47 67 58 41 77
Mobile:+47 95 90 79 51
E-mail:
benedicte.gude@wilhelmsen.com