To secure and safeguard the position as one of the largest players in its markets, the aim is to pursue further development of:

• an efficient global organisation 
• new products and expertise 
• market synergies and cross sales

Continued growth is expected in all cargo categories. This expansion will primarily occur in Asia and eastern Europe. With the tonnage position set to remain tight, WW will pursue an active new building programme.

The group is making a strategic and long-term commitment to logistics, and these activities will be further developed.

A high level of activity in the world’s merchant fleet and the new building market is expected to yield good results in the maritime services sector. WMS has completed the integration programme launched in the wake of the Unitor acquisition. A good and effective organisational foundation has been laid for continued growth in volume and market shares.